Bettie Marie Schultz
Dec 23, 2006
Bettie Schultz was a remarkable woman, who led a remarkable life, a life full of love, faith and family. She was such a vibrant woman, so compassionate, supportive and loving, a devoted wife, loving mother and grandmother, and a friend to so many. Most of all, Bettie was a woman who treated each of her many days as a...
Edward W. Bujak
Dec 23, 2006
Some people achieve greatness by some notable act, something that is recognized in the newspapers and on the radio. Others, like Edward Bujak, are quiet heroes, whose great deeds are softly given to the people fortunate enough to have him in their lives. Edward was born on February 28, 1923, in Cincinnati, Ohio, to proud parents, Emery and Wilhemina...
Provonche, Richard L. "Dick"
Dec 22, 2006
Richard L. Provonche died peacefully at Brookhaven Medical Facility with the love of his life and companion, Sandy Wright, by his side. "Dick" was born on February 8, 1928 i Grand Rapids, and graduated from Grand Rapids Ottawa Hills High in 1946. Dick was retiree from Michcon and owner of Consolidated Climate Control. His interests were classic cars, boating,...
Edward A. Dagen
Dec 21, 2006
DAGEN, MR. EDWARD A. "ED" Twin Lake Mr. Edward A. "Ed" Dagen, age 72, died Thursday, December 21, 2006 in Mesa, AZ. He was born August 17, 1934 in Muskegon to Albert Edward & Agnes (Sorensen) Dagen (both deceased). He married Joan Annette Sorenson November 6, 1954 in Fremont, MI. She preceded him in death October 28, 1997. Mr....
Rhonda Sue Fialek
Dec 21, 2006
Rhonda Sue Fialek was a vigorous woman who had a heart as big as all outdoors. In fact, she loved the out-of-doors and all the time she spent enjoying nature with her family. Rhonda gave of herself to her husband and son and supported them in whatever they pursued. She delighted in life and lived it fully. Rhonda was...
Kops, Herbert E.
Dec 20, 2006
Mr. Herbert E. Kops, age 78, died Wednesday morning, December 20, 2006. He was born April 15, 1928 in Muskegon to Albert and Ida (Kollack) Kops and had been a life resident of the area. From 1946-1949 he served in the U.S. Air Force. He attended Western Michigan University and graduated with a teaching degree. Mr. Kops worked as...
Fortenbacher, Muriel B. "Sis"
Dec 20, 2006
Mrs. Muriel "Sis" B. Fortenbacher, age 90, died Wednesday, December 20, 2006. She was born in Muskegon, MI on July 14, 1916 to Victor Hugo & Marie Rose (Poulin) Geisler and married Robert "Bob" Fortenbacher on June 26, 1937 in Muskegon. Mrs. Fortenbacher had been employed as a purchaser for Smith Carriage House, she was co-owner of Kid's Stop...
Witt, Michael A.
Dec 20, 2006
Mr. Michael A. Witt, age 64, died Wednesday, December 20, 2006. He was born in Pontiac, MI on July 4, 1942 to Alvin & Sophie (Pike) Witt. Mr. Witt had been employed as an insurance agent and later became self employed as a printer operating Witt Business Forms and most recently owner of Witt Painting. He was a former...
Bitson, Raymond B.
Dec 19, 2006
Mr. Raymond B. Bitson, age 76, passed away Tuesday, December 19, 2006 in Muskegon. He was born in Muskegon on December 19, 1930 to Edward and Violet (Wright) Bitson, and was a life resident of the area. Mr. Bitson was employed at Don Nap Auto Service and retired from Jesse's Used Cars where he had been employed as a...
Jack "Gard" Brandt
Dec 19, 2006
When you try to define the sort of person Jack "Gard" Brandt was to his family and friends, you imagine someone who is an all around good person, who loves his family unconditionally, and always makes himself available when he is needed. This is how Gard will be remembered, as a man whose heart was certainly his strongest muscle....
Mervau, Mildred M.
Dec 18, 2006
Mildred M. Mervau, age 98, passed away early Monday morning, December 18, 2006 in Muskegon. She was born July 13, 1908 to Hiram and Johanna (Snell) Horton in Muskegon, and lived in Grand Haven and Muskegon for most of her life. Mildred worked as an accountant for the Grand Haven Treasurer's office, and was a member of the Viking...
Joellen "Joey" Sibley
Dec 18, 2006
Joellen Sibley was a woman with a powerful love inside her, a love for family, for friends, and for life. She was passionate about so many things, from her glorious garden, to her parade of pets, to simply making each of her days meaningful, and memorable. Joey was a devoted wife, loving mother and doting grandmother, who made each...
Warner, Carl
Dec 18, 2006
Mr. Carl Werner, age 89, passed away at a local hospital December 18, 2006, following a short illness. He was born March 22, 1917 in Muskegon to William and Pauline (Krause) Werner. He married the former Helen Kuczapski in Muskegon on May 4, 1946 and she preceded him in death on August 6, 2003. An avid sports fan, Carl...
Petersen, Louise
Dec 18, 2006
Louise (Bytwerk) Petersen, age 86, of Grand Haven passed away Monday, December 18, 2006, at her home. The service for Louise will be held Thursday at 11:00 a.m. at First Christian Reformed Church in Grand Haven with Rev. Richard Hamstra and Rev. Leonard Riemersma officiating. Friends may meet the family Wednesday 5-8 p.m. at VanZantwick, Bartels, Kammeraad in Grand...
Richter, Geraldine F.
Dec 18, 2006
Mrs. Geraldine F. Richter, age 75, passed away at a local hospital December 18, 2006, following a long illness. She was born February 12, 1931 in Malden, MO to Carl and Anna (Stinson) Horn and moved to Muskegon in 1950. She married John Russell in 1963 and he passed away in 1984. She later married Conrad Richter in Muskegon...
Gould, Camrem Matthew
Dec 16, 2006
Camren Matthew Gould was born and died on December 16, 2006 at Mercy Special Delivery Birthing Center. He was preceded in death by his Great-Uncle Jeremy Gould and Great-Great-Uncle Mike Gould. Camren is survived by his mother, Lennea Gould: grandparents, Joy & Jack (II) Gould; great-grandparents, Pat & Edward Archambeau and Judy & Jack (I) Gould; aunts & uncles:...
Caughey, Donna J.
Dec 16, 2006
Mrs. Donna J. Caughey, age 87, died Saturday afternoon, December 16. 2006, in Muskegon. She was born June 25, 1919 in Muskegon to Arthur A. and Alice M. (Fuller) Anderson and had been a life resident of the area. On June 20, 1970 she married Robert J. Caughey and he preceded her in death on June 7, 1996. Donna...
Hedt, Melva
Dec 16, 2006
Mrs. Melva Hedt, age 94, died Saturday, December 16, 2006. She was born in Montague, MI on February 22, 1912 to Melvin Thomas & Ellen Edith (Wier) Dowling and married William Hedt on February 14, 1933. Mrs. Hedt had been employed as a nurse at Hackley Hospital for 40 years until retiring in 1980. She was a member of...
Starr, Donald R.
Dec 15, 2006
Donald R. Starr, age 63, unexpectedly passed away at his home on December 15, 2006. He was born August 31, 1943, in Muskegon, to Raymond and Florence (Carlson) Starr. On January 22, 1962, he married the former Carole Stevens. He was employed by the Alstrom Construction Co. where he incurred spinal injuries in 2001, leaving him disabled. He was...
Sharon "Sherry" Miller
Dec 15, 2006
Sharon "Sherry" Miller was a passionate, strong and caring lady, who loved her family and her God. She selflessly gave much of her time and talents to others, especially her beloved family. Throughout her life, Sherry was a model of devotion and love, and illuminated and touched many lives. 1939 was a tumultuous year for many worldwide. After enjoying...