Allen Sturgis Sr.
Jun 27, 2007
Allen L. Sturgis, Sr., age 56, was born on July 14, 1950, and passed away on June 27, 2007. He is survived by his children, Kimberly "Kimmy" and her fiance', Jeremy Muscato; and son, Allen, Jr. "AJ" and his fiancee', Sheila Wilson; four grandchildren, ReAnna, Kalei, Cole, and Chaz; five brothers, and three sisters. He was preceded in death...
Marjorie Dykhouse
Jun 27, 2007
Marjorie May "Albright" Dykhouse, age 46, died Wednesday, June 27, 2007 unexpectedly at home. Marjorie M. Albright was born on August 24, 1960 in Muskegon, Michigan to James W. and Nancy L. (Larabee) Albright. Marjorie is survived by her mother, Nancy L. Albright of Ravenna; 2 sons, Joshua J. and Angela K. Ryan of Lake Bluff, Illinois and Kevin...
Estella Thies
Jun 27, 2007
Mrs. Estella L. (Walker) Thies, age 85, of Muskegon, passed away June 27, 2007 at University Park Living Center. She was born February 11, 1922 in Grand Rapids, MI, to the late William and Rachel (VanderWest) Walker. Estella married Leonard Thies on June 25, 1938. They enjoyed 62 years together before Leonard preceded her in death in October, 2000....
Ivaleen Brink
Jun 27, 2007
Mrs. Ivaleen Fay Brink, age 70, went to be with her Lord on June 27, 2007. She was born September 26, 1936 in Reed City, Michigan to Arbor and Cristel (Hicks) Moreen. She married Robert J. Brink in 1954. Prior to her retirement she was in management in local industries. She was elected President of the purchasing management association...
Gilbert Pinter
Jun 27, 2007
Gilbert Michael Pinter (Gil), age 64, entered his eternal rest on Wednesday, June 27, 2007 in Ann Arbor. He was born in Danville, IL on September 15, 1942 to Emmanuel and Mary Ann (Baic) Pinter and married Bonnie Lou (Love) Pinter on September 23, 1960 in Muskegon, MI. Gil owned and operated G. Pinter Construction, Inc. for 30 years...
Robert Bourdage
Jun 27, 2007
Mr. Robert J. Bourdage, age 64, passed away Wednesday morning, June 27, 2007 in Muskegon. He was born February 12, 1943 to Leo F. and Elsie E. (Reed) Bourdage in Ludington, and lived over 20 years in the Muskegon area. Bob served in the Army National Guard, was employed at Haworth, and previously worked at Plumbs, Frito-Lay, and in...
Wilma Hekkema
Jun 26, 2007
Mrs. Wilma G. "Billie" Hekkema, age 82, passed away Tuesday, June 26, 2007. She was born June 21, 1925 in Muskegon to Jacob and Hattie (Boerema) Herlein and lived in the area all of her life. On June 21, 1946, she married William "Bill" Hekkema and he preceded her in death on January 24, 2003. She was a member...
Eveline Kurtweil
Jun 26, 2007
Mrs. Eveline (Ackerberg) Kurtzweil, age 91, passed away Tuesday, June 26, 2007 at a local nursing home. Mrs. Kurtzweil was born July 1, 1915 to Albert and Elizabeth (Bodga) Pulaski in Whitehall. She lived most of her life in the Fruitland Township area where she was a charter member of Fruitland Evangelical Covenant Church serving as a deaconess, Sunday...
Jean Ruth Fuller
Jun 26, 2007
Jean Fuller was a woman who devoted her life to making a difference in the lives of others. She succeeded in so many ways, as a beloved wife, mother, grandmother and friend, and as a longtime hospital volunteer. More than anything, Jean was a woman who always gave of herself willingly, graciously, and selflessly, and taught us to do...
Michael Wright
Jun 25, 2007
Michael A. Wright, age 53, passed away on June 25, 2007 after a long and courageous battle with liver cancer. He was born on December 3, 1953 in Muskegon, Michigan to Harry and Theresa (Campagna) Wright. On July 7, 2000 he married the former Julie Blamer in Las Vegas, Nevada. Survivors include his wife Julie, and her children, Christopher...
Irene Jackson
Jun 25, 2007
Mrs. Irene Jackson, age 78, passed Monday at her residence. She was a retired cook from the Hillcrest Nursing Home. She is survived by 3 sons, George, Earl (Terri), and Louis Jackson; and 6 daughters, Jackie (Willie) Bauregard, Lois, Charlene, Earnestine (Greg) Collins, Ruby, and Sharon. Services will be held Monday, 12 noon, at Phillip Chapel, A.M.E. Pastor Emanuel...
Beverly Berg
Jun 25, 2007
Mrs. Beverly A. Berg, age 79, died Monday, June 25, 2007. She was born in Muskegon, MI on December 3, 1927 to Gerald & Lila (Glaud) Beardsley and married Minard "Mike" F. Berg on April 7, 1947. Beverly was a member of the Grand Haven Eagles # 925 and the Grand Haven D.A.V. SURVIVORS 2 sons, Ricky (Deb) Berg...
Delores Nordstrand
Jun 25, 2007
Delores Jane Nordstrand was a creative woman who delighted in beauty. She captured it on canvas and explored it in nature. Yet, for Delores, there was no greater joy than her family. She showed deep love for her husband and children and delighted in her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She nurtured friendships, served her church, and supported the community...
Jill Stevens
Jun 24, 2007
Mrs. Jill H. Stevens, age 62, passed away Sunday morning, June 24, 2007 at her home. She was born February 4, 1945 to William and Wilma H. (Ashley) McCartney in Traverse City, and lived almost all of her life in the Muskegon area. Jill loved her family, and loved being with her grandchildren. On January 23, 1965 she married...
John Bar
Jun 24, 2007
Mr. John Bar aged 89 of Nunica passed away Sunday June 24, 2007 at his home. He is survived by his loving wife Sophia, his son John (Barbara) Bar of Nunica, his daughter Carole (Robert) Coffield of Midland, 5 grandchildren Joe Bar, Steve Bar, Ann (Brian) Hemmeke, Tracey Coffield, and Kimberly (Matt) West, great grandson Tyler Hemmeke, 3 sisters...
Tyler Booth
Jun 23, 2007
Tyler Booths greatest treasure was his family. He was a romantic husband and an incredible father. The mere mention of his family would put a smile on his lips. He lived each day to the fullest, and he was thankful for the many blessings in his life. In Muskegon, Michigan, Frank Booth and his wife Phyllis Race eagerly awaited...
Alfred Panozzo
Jun 23, 2007
Mr. Alfred Panozzo, age 92, died Saturday evening, June 23, 2007. He was born November 10, 1914 in Blue Island, IL to John and Lucy Panozzo. Mr. Panozzo worked for Teledyne Continental Motors for 30 years before retiring in 1971. He was a member of St. Thomas Catholic Church. Mr. Panozzo enjoyed playing his accordion, gardening, and wood carving....
Orie Panici
Jun 23, 2007
PANICI, MR. ORIE T. Muskegon Mr. Orie T. Panici, age 83, died Saturday, June 23, 2007. He was born in Muskegon, MI on January 26, 1924 to August & Santa Panici and married the former Verna Palmatter on August 14, 1948. He served his Country in the U.S. Army during WWII where he was awarded two gold stars. Mr....
Gertrude Verschueren
Jun 23, 2007
Gertrude Helen Verschueren, age 84, died Saturday, June 23, 2007 at Butterworth Hospital. Gertrude is survived by 4 daughters, Mary Anna Chenier of Grand Rapids, Phyllis and Ray Rasch, Dorothy Jean and Phil Brown, both of Conklin, and Theresa and Don Fenske of Gran; 10 grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; and 1 brother, Raymond and Julia Maleski of Ravenna. Gertrude was...
Donald Devogelaere
Jun 22, 2007
Mr. Donald DeVogelaere, age 82, died Friday, June 22, 2007. He was born in Oak Park, Illinois on December 3, 1924 to Joseph & Marie (Keiffer) DeVogelaere and married the former Helen Cumings on April 19, 1952. Mr. DeVogelaere served his Country in the U.S. Air Force during WWII. He attended the University of Illinois earning his Bachelor's degree....