Xavier Lenoria Petty
Jun 15, 2026
Matthew 11:28-29
"Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls."
Xavier Lenoria Petty, known as "Zay," passed away on June 15, 2026, at 64. He was born...
Nancy Ladine Eaton
Nov 20, 2025
Nancy Ladine Eaton, wife, mother and grandmother passed away on Thursday, November 20 at the age of 88. Born on September 15, 1937, Nancy was the youngest child of George and Bess (White) Balcom. Being the only girl with a crew of older brothers was the genesis of Nancy's scrappy, vibrant energy.
Born and raised in Muskegon, Nancy attended Muskegon...
Dorothy Miller Argue
Mar 15, 2026
Dorothy Miller Argue, age 97, passed away Sunday, March 15, 2026. She was born in Philadelphia, PA on February 15, 1929 to Francis & Freda (Brinkman) Miller and married Donald Argue on August 13, 1949. Dorothy was a long-time member of Central United Methodist Church and a past member of the Muskegon Elks Lodge with her husband. She was an...
June Marilyn Torrey
Apr 12, 2026
"Thy word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path". It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of June M. Torrey. She went home to her Lord on April 12, 2026, with her son Peter and family by her side. She was born on June 22, 1935, to H.T. (Ted) and Marguerite (Hansen)...
Robert Edward Maus
Jun 26, 2026
Service will be held at the Clock Chapel on Saturday July 11, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. with a visitation on hour prior.
-----------------Robert Edward Maus, age 90, passed away Friday, June 26, 2026. A full obituary will be published soon.
Kathryn Joyce Billips
Jun 25, 2026
Kathryn Joyce Billips, age 76, passed away Thursday, June 25, 2026. A full obituary will be published soon.
Burrell John Fenner
Jun 21, 2026
Mr. Burrell J. Fenner passed away peacefully on June 21, 2026 at Harbor Terrace Senior Living in Muskegon.
He was born at home in Muskegon, Michigan, on August 18, 1931, to Burrell and Ella (Meurer) Fenner. He graduated from North Muskegon High School in 1949. He married Enid (Poole) Fenner on September 13, 1952.
Burrell attended classes at Muskegon Community...
Charles Alexander Hill
Jun 21, 2026
Charles Alexander Hill "Chuck", passed away peacefully June 21st, Father's Day, after a bile cancer diagnosis (bile duct cancer and his liver was barely seen on x-ray), a month prior. His doctor said "go home and enjoy the time you have left" and we did. Chuck held on as long as he could and we handled everything with humor. He...
Kermit Edwin Smith III
Jun 19, 2026
Kermit "Bud" Edwin Smith III, 59, of Twin Lake, passed away on Friday, June 19, 2026, after a battle with cancer. Born on August 21, 1966, in Wichita Falls, Texas, he was the son of Kermit Edwin Smith Jr. and Dolores Ann (Maberry) Smith.
Bud grew up with the rhythm of a military family and graduated from Rome Free Academy...
Judy Ann VanArman
Jun 16, 2026
Judy Ann Van Arman, 81, of Muskegon, passed away on Tuesday, June 16, 2026.
Born in Muskegon on November 22, 1944, to Clayton and Goldie (Strayer) Norton, Judy was a lifelong area resident who grew up on the same family farm her whole life. She was the youngest of four sisters. Judy attended school through the tenth grade before getting...
Nancy Josephine Michels
Jun 15, 2026
Nancy Josephine Michels, 82, of Muskegon, Michigan, passed away, leaving behind a legacy of creativity, warmth, and unmistakable flair. Born to Joseph and Jeanne (Blasco) Baum on October 25, 1943, in Canton, Ohio, Nancy lived a vibrant life adorned with "bling" from head to toe. For many years, she resided in Columbus, Ohio, with her beloved husband, the late Clark...
Jorge Mario Chacon
Jun 15, 2026
Jorge Mario Chacon Jr., 36, of Muskegon, passed away on Monday, June 15, 2026, unexpectedly at his home. He was born on July 10, 1989, in Chicago, Illinois, at Mercy Hospital to Jorge Mario Chacon Sr. and Mayra Concepcion Carranza-Solis.
Jorge was a man of many talents whose hands were described as magic. A talented and dedicated chef, he was...
Susan Kay Buckley
Jun 15, 2026
Susan K. Buckley, 69, of Muskegon, passed away on Monday, June 15, 2026.
Born on July 12, 1956, in Muskegon, she was the daughter of Robert and Patricia (Paggeot) Bulson. Susan graduated from Muskegon Catholic Central in 1974 and later took classes at Baker College. She had been employed for many years as a buyer at Michigan Spring, making sure...
Ricky James Nicholl
Jun 15, 2026
-----------------Ricky James Nicholl, age 67, passed away Monday, June 15, 2026.
Gloria Mathilde Koschmann
Jun 13, 2026
Gloria Smith Koschmann went on to her eternal reward on Saturday, June 13, 2026 at Poppen Hospice House in Muskegon, Michigan. Having been brought up in the midst of the great depression she professed a philosophy of "Use it up, wear it out, make it last." She not only abided by this adage, but applied it to her life as...
Elaine Joy Hiller
Jun 12, 2026
Elaine Joy Hiller
September 18, 1974 - June 12, 2026
Elaine Joy Hiller, age 51, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, June 12, 2026.
Born in Grand Rapids, Michigan, on September 18, 1974, Elaine was the beloved daughter of Lenys W. Straight and the late Wilma Ann (Navis) Straight. She grew up in the Grand Rapids area, graduating from Wyoming Park...
Vivian Marie Netzler
Jun 11, 2026
Vivian Marie Netzler (Dumaw) went to be with our Lord and Savior on June 11, 2026, in Muskegon, MI. She was born on October 19, 1940, to Lester and Sarah Dumaw, also in Muskegon.
Vivian was the devoted wife of Kenneth Netzler and a beloved Mom, Grandma, Great‑grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend to many. Her family was her world. She...
Vickie Lou Witham
Jun 11, 2026
Vickie Lou Witham 76, passed away Thursday, June 11, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on January 31, 1950, in Cadillac, Michigan, to Paul and Betty Witherspoon (Maddox).
She married David Witham in 1970. Vickie enjoyed a simple life, and was happiest as long as she was with family. She enjoyed wintering with David in Bullhead City,...
John Robert Shepherd
Jun 10, 2026
Mr. John Robert Shepherd, age 84, passed away Wednesday, June 10, 2026. He was born in Muskegon, Michigan on December 26, 1941 to Robert and Eleanor (Kosminski) Shepherd, the first of four children.
He graduated from Muskegon Catholic Central in 1960 and immediately joined the army which he served for three years in Hawaii. After service he attended college for...
Faith Ann Wright
Jun 8, 2026
Faith Ann Wright, age 67 passed away on June 8, 2026 at Trinity Health Muskegon Hospital. She was born November 15, 1958 to Gilbert Sr. and Marjorie (Lockard) Newton. Faith worked hard for her family and friends. She worked as a quality inspector for Herman Miller (Meridian) until 2005. Even after her back surgery left her disabled she tried to...
