Barbara Berg Harwood
Dec 31, 2006
It is not often, if ever, that you hear, "You know what happens to little boys who lie? They grow up to be weathermen;" or "I'll bet you a cookie you won't do that." Unless, that is, you knew Barbara Berg Harwood. Evident from her funny sayings, Barb was a very clever woman, with an intellect that could only...
Corinti, Patricia Ann
Dec 31, 2006
Mrs. Patricia Ann Corinti, age 73, passed away Sunday, December 31, 2006 at a local hospital. She was born May 23, 1933 in Muskegon to Fred J. and Evelyn R. (Chaney) Kenny and lived in the area her entire life. On June 13, 1953, she married Robert "Tony" Corinti in Muskegon and he preceded her in death July 11,...
Buck, Amber L
Dec 30, 2006
Amber Lynn Buck died Saturday, December 30, 2006 in her home at the age of 25 years. Amber was born May 9, 1981 in Fort Wayne, Indiana. A 1999 graduate of Whitehall High School, Amber earned an Associate Degree in journalism from Muskegon Community College in 2001. Amber loved her family and enjoyed writing and reading. She was especially...
Hawkins, Carolyn A.
Dec 29, 2006
Carolyn A. Hawkins passed away at home, under the loving care of her family, on December 29, 2006 at the age of 84. She was preceded in death by her husband, Paul; a daughter, Marilyn Smith, and a granddaughter, Trista Hawkins. Carolyn is survived by a daughter, Peggy (Larry) Harpe of Muskegon; two sons, William L. (Vicki) Hawkins of...
Onolee M. "Lee" Tuller
Dec 28, 2006
Onolee Tuller was a remarkable lady who lived an exceptional life. She was a beautiful lady in both body and spirit. Onolee was a devoted and loving daughter, sister, wife, mother and grandmother. Most of all Onolee was a woman who believed in her self and loved and appreciated every moment of her life. Onolee never gave into pain...
Knoll-Hornak, Catherine Ann
Dec 27, 2006
Ms. Catherine Ann Hornak-Knoll, age 59, passed away at a hospice residence on December 27, 2006 in Sarasota, FL following a long illness. Catherine was born in Muskegon on February 2, 1947 to Paul and Ann (Kibby) Hornak. Following her graduation from Mona Shores High School in 1965, she became an airline stewardess for United Airlines. Returning to West...
Cryderman, Beverly J.
Dec 26, 2006
Beverly Jean Cryderman went to be with Jesus on December 26, 2006. Celebrating her passage to heaven are husband, Lynn Cryderman, and children, Sherry Collins (fiance' Wade Hetherington) and Irving Cryderman (wife Joan). Beverly was blessed to have three grandchildren, Lonn Collins, Irving Cryderman Jr. (wife LeAnn) and Kristen Cryderman (fiance' Chad Sliter). In this past year the joy...
Elizabeth "Betty" Daniels
Dec 26, 2006
Elizabeth "Betty" Daniels was a strong, enterprising woman who combined the best of family life and business success. She was a partner in love and life with her husband Amos. They thoroughly enjoyed each day they were given. Betty truly loved her family and made life sweet for those around her. Betty was born at a time when much...
Bloomquist, Myrtle I.
Dec 24, 2006
Myrtle I. Bloomquist, 86, died December 24, 2006 at Hillcrest Nursing Home. Born January 19, 1920 to Thomas & Celia Kring in Catawba, Wisconsin. She lived in the White Lake area for most of her life. She retired from Teledyne Continental Motors where she supervised the data processing department. She also owned Old Channel Inn for many years and...
Carson, Demari Jayshon
Dec 24, 2006
Demari Jayshon Carson, 2 days old, joined God on December 24, 2006. Services will be held Wednesday, January 3, 2006, 1pm, at Toombs Chapel with visitation also on Wednesday, 10am-1pm, and a eulogy by Pastor Rev. Clarence Guy. Baby Demari leaves to cherish his memory his mother, Monique Atkinson; his father, Woodrow Carson III; 1 brother, Devontay; 7 aunts...
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....
