Jessie C. Apel
May 27, 2006
Jessie Apel devoted her life to her family, and her role as a daughter, wife, mother, grandma, and great-grandma was her "full-time job." With her familiar smile and her compassionate ways, Jessie formed many close relationships. She was always the life of the party, and each day she tried to share her happiness with the many people she loved....
Philip W. Young, Sr.
May 24, 2006
Philip Young was a deeply devoted, loyal, lovable man, and a man who always knew what was most important. He lived a full, wonderful life, a life full of love and family and friendship, of warm memories and fun-filled days. Philip worked hard for what he had, and truly deserved the life he enjoyed. In so many ways, Philip...
Nancy Lee Neuman
May 21, 2006
Nancy Neuman was a woman of conviction and vigor who loved her family deeply and gave to everyone generously. Nancy was born at a time when the United States was heavily invested in the war in Europe, and the Allied Forces were nearing a long-awaited victory. While men sacrificed abroad, women worked valiantly at home to assist the war...
Charles "Charlie" I. Opitz
May 21, 2006
Charlie Opitz devoted his life to the Church, and each day he tried his hardest to live up to his Lord's proud example. He loved to share the Word with his family, friends, and congregations, and his faith was an inspiration to many. Charlie never lost focus on the many blessings in his life, and each day he rejoiced...
Evelyn Overkamp
May 20, 2006
OVERKAMP, MRS. EVELYN E. Carson City, NV (formerly of North Muskegon) Mrs. Evelyn E. Overkamp, age 84, died Monday, May 22, 2006. Born September 4, 1921 in Muskegon Ht's., MI to Victor & Catherine (Begus) Laban; she married Richard Overkamp August 30, 1941 in North Muskegon. He preceded her in death October 23, 2000. Evelyn had been employed as...
Robert "Tick" Tickner
May 19, 2006
A moment that is left idle is one less chance we will have to make an impression and change the lives of those around us. This is how Robert "Tick" Tickner lived everyday, from the moments he spent enjoying his family, to the years he spent in dedicated service to his country and his fellow man, Bob never let...
Richard Alexander
May 18, 2006
ALEXANDER, MR. RICHARD H. Muskegon Mr. Richard H. Alexander, age 81, died Thursday, May 18, 2006. He was born in Muskegon, MI on November 6, 1924 to Edward L. & Cora (Shurkamp) Alexander and married the former Helene Loraine Oberloh on July 10, 1971. Mr. Alexander had been employed at Brunswick for 40 years and was well known for...
Luanne Leatherman
May 16, 2006
LEATHERMAN, MRS. LUANNE M. Muskegon Mrs. Luanne M. Leatherman, age 44, died Tuesday, May 16, 2006. She was born in Lansing, MI on April 18, 1962 to Morris D. & Anna (Halverson) Stevenson and married Daniel B. Leatherman on June 16, 1984. Luanne was a great example of courage to her family and many friends. She bravely faced all...
Violet A. Tyler
May 16, 2006
TYLER, MRS. VIOLET A. Muskegon Mrs. Violet A. Tyler, age 92, died Tuesday, May 16, 2006. She was born in Dalton Township, MI on February 17, 1914 to John & Mary (McRea) Swanson and married James L. Tyler on September 3, 1936. Mrs. Tyler had been employed as a Crossing Guard for Muskegon Public Schools for many years. She...
Jack Shelburne
May 16, 2006
JACK R. SHELBURNE Mr. Jack R. Shelburne, age 80, of Grand Haven, died Tuesday, May 16, 2006 at his home. He was born in Dugger, Indiana on January 3, 1926 to Harold and Luna (Turner) Shelburne and married the former Alice Humphreys on November 27, 1948 in Muskegon. He served his country in the US Marine Corps. during WWII....
Dorothy M. Humphreys
May 16, 2006
No one ever saw Dorothy Humphreys walking. She was always running. But Dorothy was never in a great hurry - she was just excited to experience life's next moment. Dorothy was an optimistic, cheerful woman who tried each day to share her happiness with her beloved family. She was a source of joy for everyone who knew her. With...
Alta M. Tate
May 15, 2006
TATE, MRS. ALTA Spring Lake Mrs. Alta Tate, age 72, died Monday, May 15, 2006. She was born in Muskegon, MI on April 24, 1934 to Thomas & Berniece (York) White & married Jimmie F. Tate in Washington on November 9, 1951. Mrs. Tate had been employed as a machine operator as a Automotive Sub- Assembly worker & homemaker....
Salvatore A. Ruberto
May 15, 2006
RUBERTO, MR. SALVATORE "SAL" A.. Grand Haven, MI On Monday, May 15, 2006, Salvatore "Sal" Alfred Ruberto, 65, passed away after a long struggle as a cancer survivor. Sal was born to Alfred C. and Rose (Gionfriddo) Ruberto on Feb. 8, 1941 in Middletown, CT. He graduated from Middletown High and enlisted in the US Air Force. He finished...
Colleen Lois Johnson
May 15, 2006
Some people define themselves by their successes, by what they have, or by what they do. But some of us, the rarest of us, are defined not by what we have, but by what we earn in life. Colleen Johnson was one such individual, a woman who always did things the right way, with sweat on her brow and...
Lawrence J. Ritter
May 14, 2006
Lawrence J. Ritter RITTER, MR. LAWRENCE J. Muskegon Mr. Lawrence J. Ritter, age 91, died Sunday, May 14, 2006. He was born in Muskegon, MI on September 21, 1914 to Irving & Karen Marie (Paulsen) Ritter and married Marjorie M. Johnson on May 29, 1941 in Muskegon. Mr. Ritter had been employed as a tool designer at Shawbox Crane,...
Jessie Mabel Pierce
May 14, 2006
In life there are two paths, you can either make choices for yourself or wait for opportunities to come along and allow your life to choose for you. Jessie Mabel Pierce made her own opportunities and, with a desire for something better, she chose what her life would become and let nothing get in her way. As Jessie's son...
Duane Miles
May 13, 2006
MILES, MR. DUANE L. Grand Haven Mr. Duane L. Miles, age 71, of Grand Haven, died Friday, May 13, 2006 at North Ottawa Care Center. He was born in Ionia, MI on February 12, 1935 to Frederick and Mariane (Robinson) Miles and married the former Gwendolyn Hamm on May 2, 1957. He served his country in the US Army...
Darleen Loss
May 13, 2006
LOSS, DARLEEN Fruitport Darleen Loss, age 59, died Saturday, May 13, 2006. She was born in Muskegon, MI on February 15, 1947 to Robert & Dorothy (Hogan) Loss. Darleen had been employed as a Cook at Idle Hour Restaurant, Spring Lake. She was a member of Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses and loved animals. SURVIVORS 1 sister, Sherrie Loss...
Joyce Utzinger
May 13, 2006
Utzinger, Joyce I. Las Vegas, NV, Formerly of Muskegon Joyce Utzinger, widow of Chet; mother of Lue and Lyn. Service: Saturday, July 1, 2006, 11:00 AM, Hope Reformed Church, Muskegon, with Rev. Steven Hyma officiating. It will be followed by a social gathering. Memorial: Hope Reformed Church, Muskegon, MI, Youth Memorial Fund.
Scott H. Fuller
May 13, 2006
Scott H. Fuller FULLER, MR. SCOTT H. Muskegon Mr. Scott H. Fuller, age 49, died Saturday, May 13, 2006. He was born in Muskegon, MI on September 29, 1956 to Gale & Jean (Ayres) Fuller. SURVIVORS Mother, Jean Fuller; 1 daughter, Celia Joann Fuller; 2 sisters, Janis (Raymond) Pendrys of Houghton Lake, Kay Poll of Colorado Springs, CO. He...
