Mrs. Carol B. Anderson of Ft. Wayne, IN (formerly of Montague) 

Carol B. Anderson, age 83, loving wife of Donald Anderson for 62 years, married on February 14, 1948, entered into Heaven on Friday, March 26, 2010, at 4:40 PM. She was born on  February 26, 1927, in Muskegon, to Albert and Constantina (Lederle) Sutter. She had been a homemaker all her life, formerly a resident of Montague, currently residing in Ft. Wayne. She had formerly been a member of St. James Lutheran Church in Montague and was currently a member of Holy Cross Lutheran Church in Fort Wayne. She was preceded in death by a brother, Glenn Sutter, and a sister, Esther Fulljames.

She is survived by her husband, Donald; her children, Cathy (Mike) Lipka, Steven (Cindy) Anderson and Judy (Edward) Gee; grandchildren, Will (Taylor) Lipka, Wess (Kelsey) Lipka, Michael Anderson, Joel Anderson and Megan Anderson; great-grandchildren, Lex Lipka and Madeline Morgan.

SERVICE: Wednesday, March 31, 2010, at 11:00 AM, at St. James Lutheran Church, 8945 Stebbins St., Montague, with the Rev. John W. Brooks officiating. Interment will be made in Oakgrove Cemetery-Montague.

VISITING HOURS: Tuesday, 6-8 PM, at Clock Funeral Home, 413 S. Mears Ave., Whitehall.

DONATIONS: American Lung Association of the Midland States, 25900 Greenfield Rd., Suite 401, Oak Park, MI 48237-1267.
 

Mr. Gordon A. Anderson of Whitehall 

Gordon A. Anderson went to his final home with his Lord surrounded by his family, September 28, 2009. He was born to Axel and Ida Anderson on March 21, 1925. He married Betty Todd on April 16, 1955. Gordon loved spending time with his wife, often taking long car rides together. He also enjoyed time with his growing family of three children, eight grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren. He was an IBEW electrician for 39 years out of Local 275. He is survived by his wife, Betty, of 54 years, daughters, LuAnn (John) Place and Karen (Dan) Reister, son, David (Kelly) Anderson, grandchildren, Trisha (Jason) Nutt, Candice and Kelee Place, Jeremy (Monique) Reister and Kristin (Chris) Zatalokin, Josh Anderson, Andrew and Sissy Stewart, great-grandchildren, Shea Place, Natalie Zatalokin and Daila Reister, and a sister, Eva Ackerberg. He was preceded in death by an infant daughter, Marlene, a grandson, Andy Reister and a brother, Cliff Anderson. Mr. Anderson served in the US Army.

SERVICE: Thursday, October 1, 2009, at 6:00 PM, at Evangelical Covenant Church of Whitehall, 900 S. Warner St., Whitehall, with the Rev. Thomas G. Beeghley and Pastor Bob Wood officiating. Interment will be made in Sunrise Memorial Gardens, Muskegon.

VISITING HOURS:  Thursday, 2-4 PM, at Evangelical Covenant Church of Whitehall.

DONATIONS:  Harbor Hospice, 1050 W. Western Ave., Suite 400, Muskegon 49441 or Memorial Fund of Evangelical Covenant Church of Whitehall, 900 S. Warner St., Whitehall 49461.
 

Kristy L. Anderson of Montague

Kristy L. Anderson, age 46, died April 8, 2010. She was born August 3, 1963, in Shelby, to Glen and Jean (Long) Anderson. A graduate of Montague High School, she had worked as a chef at Old Channel Inn for 30 years, retiring in 2009.

FAMILY: Her parents, Glen and Jean Anderson; a sister, Kathy Anderson of Alaska.

SERVICE: Monday, April 12, 2010, at Clock Chapel-Whitehall, with Mr. James K. Tanis officiating. Interment will be made in Oakgrove Cemetery, Montague.

VISITING HOURS: Monday, 12:00 PM SERVICE TIME at 1 PM at the Clock Funeral Home in Whitehall.

DONATIONS: Anderson Family Expense Fund, c/o Clock Funeral Home of White Lake, Box 128, Whitehall 49461.
 

Mr. Ronald W. Armstrong of Manistique (currently of Whitehall) 

Ronald W. Armstrong, age 84, died January 28, 2010, in Muskegon. A long-time resident of Manistique, Mr. Armstrong had lived in the Whitehall area a short time. Born September 9, 1925, in Woodbridge, Ontario, Canada, to James E. and Lillian E. (Marshall) Armstrong, he had lived in Canada prior to moving to the United States. On October 4, 1946, in Windsor, Canada, he married the former Mary E. Martin, who preceded him in death. Mr. Armstrong was a lithograper in the printing industry for 30 years, retiring in 1985. He served in the Canadian Navy during World War II.

FAMILY: His children, M. Susan (Greg) Hauler of Whitehall, Douglas R. (Kathy) Armstrong of Manistique, James S. (Marie) Armstrong of Capac, and Stewart A. Armstrong of Rochester; 9 grandchildren; 9 great-grandchildren.

SERVICE: Sunday, January 31, 2010, at 1 PM, at Clock Chapel-Whitehall, with Pastor Gary Cooper officiating. Interment will be made in Fairview Cemetery-Manistique.

VISITING HOURS: Sunday, 11:00 AM to service time, at Clock Funeral Home in Whitehall.

DONATIONS: Johnson Family Cancer Center, 1440 E. Sherman Blvd., Muskegon, MI 49444 or Harbor Hospice, 1050 W. Western Ave., Suite 400, Muskegon, MI 49441
 

Mr. William C. Armstrong Jr. of Montague 

Mr. William C. "Bill" Armstrong Jr., age 70, died April 15, 2010. He was born February 19, 1940, in Chicago, to William Sr. and Julia (Sherman) Armstrong, and moved to the White Lake area as a child. On December 12, 1959, he married the former Diane Loomis in Muskegon. A member of White Lake Eagles Aerie #3214, he had worked for Local 174 Plumbers Fitters & Service Trades for many years until retiring in 1995.

FAMILY: His wife, Diane; 1 daughter, Michelle Armstrong of Muskegon; 3 sons, Bill (Cheryl) Armstrong of Whitehall and Bruce (JoAnn) Armstrong of Montague and Bryan (Renae) ARmstrong of Montague; 7 grandchildren; 1 great-grandchild; 1 sister, Nancy Arzuaga of Montague; 1 brother, Terry (Mary) Armstrong of Montague.

MEMORIAL SERVICE: Monday, April 19, 2010, at 11:00 AM, at Clock Chapel-Whitehall, with the Rev. Jonathan D. Rager officiating.

VISITING HOURS: Sunday, 5-7 PM, at Clock Funeral Home, 413 S. Mears Ave., Whitehall.

DONATIONS: MHP VNS & Hospice, 888 Terrace St., Muskegon 49441 or Memorial Fund of White Lake Baptist Church, 5280 Dowling St., Montague 49437.
 

Dr. James W. Barnes of Whitehall 

James W. (Jim) Barnes M.D., age 84, died November 12, 2009 at the VNS Hospice in Muskegon, MI. He was born on February 10, 1925, in Middletown, Ohio, to Forrest and Betty Barnes. After service in the US Army in both Europe and the Pacific during World War II, in 1949, he married the former Frances Mirus.

Jim attended school and attained his medical degree from the University of Cincinnati before relocating to Michigan. A White Lake area resident for 55 years, Dr. Barnes was a general practitioner in family medicine in Montague, and later, joined with Dr. A.D. Engstrom in Whitehall, until he retired in 1995. He was a charter member of the American Board of Family Practice, a Past President of the Muskegon County Medical Society and served on the Montague Public School Board of Education.

FAMILY: His wife, Fran; 4 sons, Jim (Ruthie) of Empire, MI, Bill (Elizabeth) of Browntown, WI, Dave (Denice) of Fibre, MI, and Bruce of Grand Rapids, MI; 9 grandchildren; 7 great-grandchildren; sister-in-law, Martha; niece, Betsy. Jim was preceded in death by his brother, Bill and niece, Barbara.

SERVICE: Private services have been held.

DONATIONS: White Lake Community Fund, Box 42, Whitehall 49461.
 

Mrs. Clara A. Barrett of Whitehall (widow of Harry) 

Clara A. Barrett, age 91, was born January 10, 1919, in Dunkirk, NY, to Daniel and Anna (Dillenburg) Ott. On June 7, 1941, in Westminster, MD, she married Harry M. Barrett, who preceded her in death in 2009. A homemaker all her life, Mrs. Barrett was an active member of St. Mary of the Woods Catholic Church in Lakewood Club. She was preceded in death by a granddaughter, Catherine Porter, a great-grandson, Coty Swanson and two brothers.

FAMILY: 2 sons, Harry (Denise) Barrett of Flint and Joe (Peggy) Barrett of Montague; 4 daughters, Kathleen (Guy) Quinn, Barbara Barrett, Patricia Turner and Elizabeth (Timothy) Bloomberg, all of Whitehall; 14 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; 1 sister, Agnes Moore of NY; 1 brother William Ott of NY.

FUNERAL LITURGY: Saturday, June 26, 2010, at 11:00 AM, at St. Mary of the Woods Catholic Church, 150 Church St., Lakewood Club, with the Rev. Fr. Donn P. Tufts presiding.

VISITING HOURS: Saturday, 10 AM until service time at the church in Lakewood Club.

DONATIONS: Memorial Fund of St. Mary of the Woods Catholic Church, 150 Church St., Twin Lake 49457 or Harbor Hospice, 1050 W. Western Ave., Suite 400, Muskegon 49441.
 

Mr. Harry M. Barrett of Whitehall 

Mr. Harry M. Barrett, age 91, died July 28, 2009. He was born February 12, 1918, in London, England, to Harry D. and Jeanette (Phillips) Barrett. Coming to the United States at the age of 5, he married the former Clara A. Ott on June 7, 1941, in Westminster, MD, and then proudly served in the US Army, from 1941-1945, during World War II. Harry was owner and operator of Western Electronics in Muskegon for 33 years, retiring in 1983. He ran the sound system for the annual Chicken Dinner at St. Mary of the Woods Catholic Church for over 30 years, set up the sound system for White Lake Memorial Day parades for over 50 years, was active in White Lake Showboat musicals for many years, gladly led sing-alongs at nursing homes in Muskegon and Whitehall, and was a member of Muskegon Amateur Radio Club, White Lake VFW Post #3256 and Algot Johnson American Legion Post #69. He was preceded in death by a granddaughter, Catherine Porter, and a sister, Audrey Kolk.

FAMILY: His wife, Clara; 2 sons, Harry (Denise) Barrett of Flint and Joe (Peggy) Barrett of Whitehall; 4 daughters, Kathleen (Guy) Quinn, Barbara Barrett, Elizabeth (Timothy) Bloomberg and Patricia Turner, all of Whitehall; 14 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; 1 niece.

MEMORIAL SERVICE: Saturday, August 1, 2009, at 11:00 AM, at St. Mary of the Woods Catholic Church, 150 Church St., Lakewood Club, with the Rev. Fr. Donn P. Tufts officiating.

DONATIONS: Heartland Health Care Center, 916 E. Lewis St., Whitehall 49461.
 

Mr. Laurence C. "Larry" Barry of Whitehall 

Mr. Barry was born in Detroit on March 24, 1926. He died December 24, 2009, at age 83.

Following graduation from high school in 1944, he enlisted in the Navy V-12 College Training Program, through which he attended Western Michigan University and Northwestern University. He was discharged in June, 1946. Larry married Mary Meneghini in September 1946. He attended Ohio State University under the G.I. Bill and graduated in June 1950. Larry's 35 years experience in personnel/industrial relations culminated in the post of Corporate Vice-President of Industrial Relations at Learjet Corporation in Wichita, Kansas, where he recorded ten years of labor relations without a strike or grievance. Larry married Katherine Clark RN in November, 1981. He retired from American Coil Spring Company of Muskegon in 1988 as Director of Employee Relations.

Larry was pre-deceased by his first wife Mary, who died in August, 1981, and Katherine, who died in February, 2004. He is survived by his six sons: Craig (Judy) of CA, David (Rita) of Muskegon, Thomas, Steven and James (Diane), all of CA, and Ronald (Emma) of FL, and three step-children, Greg Clark, Lisa (Tom)Metzdorf and Jeff Clark, all of Muskegon. He is also survived by his brother, Patrick (Dolores) Barry of SC and a sister, Kathleen (Gene) Persinger of OH; 21 grandchildren; 5 great-grandchildren. He was a member of St. Mary of the Woods Catholic Church. Larry has been cremated in accordance with his wishes. Private services have been held.

Memorial donations to Harbor Hospice, 1050 W. Western Ave., Suite 400, Muskegon, MI 49441.
 

Mr. Robert R. Bartlett of Whitehall

Mr. Bartlett, age 84, died November 3, 2009. He was born January 9, 1925, in Allentown, Pennsylvania, to Herbert C. and Bess (Caldwell) Bartlett. On January 1, 1951, in Balsam Lake, WI, he married the former Jean D. Gustafson, who preceded him in death in 2001. After coming to the White Lake area, he became owner and operator, with his wife, of Bartlett Hardware Store, until he retired. Mr. Bartlett served in the US Army Air Corps during World War II. He was a Life member and Past Commander of Algot Johnson American Legion Post #69 in Whitehall, was a member of the Old Newsboys, and a long-time member of the Montague-Whitehall Lions Club, where he was named the 2009 Lion of the Year.

FAMILY: 1 daughter, Theresa Bartlett, of Royal Oak; 2 grandsons, Ray Kniga-Bartlett and Austin Kniga-Bartlett; 2 sisters, Barbara Tallman of Jackson and Nancy (Karl) Vorres of AZ.

SERVICE: Saturday, November 7, 2009, at 11:00 AM, at Lebanon Lutheran Church, in Whitehall, with the Rev. Douglas M. Ogden officiating. Interment will be made in Oakhurst Cemetery-Whitehall. A MILITARY SALUTE will be conducted at the cemetery by the Honor Squad of Algot Johnson American Legion Post #69.

VISITING HOURS: Friday, 6-8 PM, at Clock Funeral Home in Whitehall.

DONATIONS:  Memorial Fund of Lebanon Lutheran Church, 1101 S. Mears Ave., Whitehall 49461.
 

Miss Romanza L. "Bonnie" Beebe of Hart  

Miss Romanza L. "Bonnie" Beebe, age 78, died Sunday, July 12, 2009. She was born March 9, 1931, in Muskegon, and had lived in Hart since 1968. She had worked as a nurse aide at Oceana Medical Care Facility for 21 years, retiring in 2006. She was preceded in death by an infant daughter, and her parents, Nelson & Evelyn Weeks.

FAMILY: Her children, Jane (Bob) Warren of Mattawan, Paula White of Grovetown, GA, Steve (Jane) Beebe of Scottville, Kathy Beebe of Hart, Diane (Jay) Petters of Scottville and Martha (Bob) Carlson of Hart; her beloved grandchildren, Jennifer Owens, Kirstin & Kyle Taylor, Brandon & Jason Petters, Kaylee, Megan & Hannah Kuipers, Kade Carlson, Samantha Klepper, Miranda Beebe, Bill & Kristy Brinks and Jennifer, Tia & Chaz White; great-grandson, Cache Pierson.

MEMORIAL GATHERING: Thursday, July 16, 2009, from 6-8 PM, at (note location) TATE-KING FUNERAL HOME, 2370 N. 72nd AVE., HART.

DONATIONS: St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, Memorial & Honor Program, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105-1905.
 

Mrs. Dorothy J. (Schlick) Beesing of Whitehall 

Mrs. Dorothy Jane (Schlick) Beesing passed away on March 8, 2010. She was born in Cleveland, Ohio, on November 26, 1914. On August 9, 1941, she married her beloved husband of 68 years, Sheldon K. Beesing.

Sheldon survives along with 2 sons, Jon E. (Kathleen) Beesing of New York and Ross (Kathleen) Beesing of Denver, and a daughter, Karen Beesing St. Amand of Whitehall; 6 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Kathryn Lindgren.

The Beesing family would like to acknowledge and thank Harbor Hospice for their care and attention, especially her nurse, Erin Hicks and her caregiver, Traci VanGeison, and special friends, Jo Houghteling and Kathleen Harrie.

According to her wishes, there will be no services. Cremation has taken place.
 

Mr. Robert G. "Bob" Belinger, of  Montague 

Mr. Bob Belinger, age 69, died Friday, October 23, 2009. He was born December 13, 1939, in Wheaton, Illinois, to Edwin G. and Loretta C. (O'Connor) Belinger.  On October 17, 1958, he married the former Dorothy "Dottie) L. Kroll in Montague. He had been self-employed in the plumbing and maintenance business. A long-time charter boat captain, of the "Lady Lou", Bob was an avid fisherman & hunter, was a fabulous cook and committed family man. He was also a member of the White Lake Charter Boat Association, White Lake Eagles Aerie #3214, White Lake VFW #3256 Auxiliary.

FAMILY: His wife, Dottie; 3 sons, Steve (Jean), Mark (Karen Morris) and Bruce; his grandchildren, Katrina, Laketon, Bruce (Sasha), Daniel (Aleece) and Joshua; 2 great-grandchildren, Evan and Charli Rae; 2 brothers, John "Jack" (Elaine) Belinger and Edwin "Grant" (Jinny) Belinger.

MEMORIAL SERVICE: Tuesday, October 27, 2009, at 3:00 PM, at Clock Chapel-Whitehall, with Mr. James K. Tanis officiating.

DONATIONS: Belinger Family Expense Fund, c/o Clock Funeral Home, Box 128, Whitehall 49461.
 

Mrs. Patricia A. Bihler of Whitehall 

Patricia A. Bihler, age 58, died April 29, 2010. She was born March 19, 1952, in Muskegon, to Raymond J. and Dorothy M. (Shall) Green. On September 29, 1971, she married Frank E. Bihler, in Muskegon Heights, and had been a homemaker all her life. Pat was a loving mother and wife, and had a passion for horses, who also enjoyed reading and bird watching, however, her greatest joy was being with her family. She was preceded in death by her parents and a brother, Alan Green.

FAMILY: Her husband, Frank; her children, Jason Bihler of TN, Nicholas Bihler of Grand Rapids, Holly Bihler of KY, Jaime Grieve of Whitehall; 2 grandchildren, Christian Bihler and Solstice Ribianszky Bihler; 1 sister, Shirley Hill of Kalkaska; 4 brothers, Bob Green of MO, David Green of Livonia, Matthew Green of KY and Roy Green of AR.

MEMORIAL GATHERING: Sunday, May 2, 2010, from 2-4 PM, at the Gillette Nature Center, Hoffmaster State  Park, 6585 Lake Harbor Rd., Norton Shores.

DONATIONS: MHP VNS & Hospice, 888 Terrace St., Muskegon 49440-1221 or Pancreatic Cancer Action Network, 2141 Rosecrans Ave., Suite 7000, El Segundo, CA 90245.
 

Mr. Virgil H. Bliss of Montague 

Mr. Bliss, age 88, died February 10, 2010. He was born August 28, 1921, to Frank and Eliza (Wilson) Bliss in Fruitport. On March 8, 1940, in North Muskegon, he married the former Mamie Zika. After proudly serving in the US Army in the Pacific in World War II, he worked in the auto parts business, opening and owning a NAPA store in Frankfort. He later worked for and retired from D & R Automotive in Frankfort in 1994. He was preceded in death by 2 sisters and 2 brothers.

FAMILY:  His wife, Mamie; 2 sons, Robert (Vera) Bliss of Howard City and Donald (Karen) Bliss of Nunica; 4 grandchildren; 8 great-grandchildren.

MEMORIAL GATHERING: Sunday, February 14, 2010, from 2-5 PM, at Clock Funeral Home in Whitehall.

DONATIONS: Harbor Hospice, 1050 W. Western Ave., Suite 400, Muskegon 49441.
 

Mr. John A. Bolema Jr. of Fremont

Mr. Bolema, age 85, died May 13, 2010. He was born August 9, 1924, in Muskegon, to John A. Sr. and Hilda (Jannenga) Bolema. Retired from the US Postal Service, working out of the Muskegon Heights office, Mr. Bolema was an active Red Cross volunteer for many years after his retirement. He proudly served his country in the US Army, in Europe, during World War II. Mr. Bolema was preceded in death by a son, Stephen Bolema, a grandson, Mark Bolema Jr, and 2 sisters, Gertrude Scully and Kathryn Garvey.

FAMILY: 1 son, Mark Bolema of TX; a grandson, Blair Bolema of HI; 1 sister, Gloria Klemp of Muskegon; 2 brothers, Bill Bolema of Muskegon and Dick Bolema of Grand Rapids.

MEMORIAL GATHERING: Friday, May 21, 2010, from 2-3 PM, at Clock Funeral Home, 413 S. Mears Ave., Whitehall. A MILITARY SALUTE will be conducted at the funeral home, at 3:00 PM, by the Muskegon County Veteran Council.

DONATION: American Red Cross, Muskegon-Oceana Chapter, 313 W. Webster Ave., Muskegon 49440.
 

Mr. Donald G. Bowlin of Montague 

Mr. Bowlin, age 70, died May 21, 2010. Born May 13, 1940, in St. Louis, Michigan, to U. L. and Gladys (Gordon) Bowlin, he had lived in this area the past 54 years. In 1987, he married the former Debra Rosenfeldt. Mr. Bowlin had worked for Plumb's as a meat cutter for 30 years, retiring in 2000. He was preceded in death by his father.

FAMILY: His wife, Debra; 2 daughters, Cindy (Mark) Stoffer and Christine (George) Goudie; a number of grandchildren; his mother, Gladys Bowlin of Muskegon; 3 sisters, Peggy McKee of MO, Sue Flowers of AZ and Beverly Fairchild of IN; a brother, Kenneth (Carolyn) Bowlin of Muskegon; nieces & nephews.

Mrs. Janet E. Boyden (Wife of Ted) of Montague 

Mrs. Boyden, age 69, passed away at home on June 5, 2010. She was born on March 3, 1941, to Burr and Moneita Jackson, in Lake Odessa, MI. On December 18, 1994, she married Theodore F. "Ted" Boyden. She was previously married to Burton Lepard and Jack Redican. Mrs Boyden was an artist who decorated candles and cards from flowers and leaves from her garden and woods. She was a member of Montague United Methodist Church and sang in the choir for many years.

She is survived by her husband, Ted, a sister, Judy (Rev. Keith) Laidler of Holland and a brother, Burwayne (Anne) Jackson of Fallbrook, CA. She is also survived by three sons, Mark Lepard of Lake Odessa, Luke (Kim) Lepard of of Harve De Grace, MD and Matthew (Rebecca) Redican of Bella Vista, AR. She has seven grandchildren and one great grandchild.

MEMORIAL SERVICE: Saturday, June 12, 2010, at 11:00 AM, at Montague United Methodist Church, 8555 Cook St., Montague, with the Rev. Randall Hansen and Mr. James K. Tanis officiating.

VISITING HOURS: Saturday, 9-11 AM, at Montague United Methodist Church.

DONATIONS: Memorial Fund of Montague United Methodist Church, 8555 Cook St., Montague 49437.
 

Mr.Robert R. Brouhard of Muskegon 

Mr. Brouhard, age 89, died June 11, 2009. He was born September 11, 1919, Fair Oaks, Indiana, to Laura and Edith (Alberson) Brouhard. On July 5, 1939, in Muskegon, he married Natalie G. Dulyea, who preceded him in death on March 15, 2009. He worked for Bishop Furniture Co. in Muskegon, and later for Alesko Co., in Alaska, retiring as warehouse supervisor. He was a member of the Eagles. Mr. Brouhard served in the US Army during World War II and was preceded in death by a grandson, Michael O'Connor.

FAMILY: 2 daughters, Marilynn McDermott of Whitehall and Jacquelynn Patch of Muskegon; 2 sons, Larre (Joyce) Brouhard of Eau Claire, WI, and Harold "Tuck" (Selma) Brouhard of Twin Lake; 13 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; 1 great-great-grandchild.

SERVICE: Private services have been held.

DONATIONS: Alzheimer's Association, 549 Seminole Rd., Suite 102, Muskegon, 49444 or American Cancer Society, 12723 N. Bellwood, Suite 20, Holland 49424.
 

Mr. Thomas Heath Brownell of Whitehall

Thomas Brownell, died on May 2, 2009, of complications arising from Multiple Systems Atrophy, a rare neurological disease that blends the symptoms of Parkinson's Disease and Lou Gehrig's Disease. A Memorial "Graduation" Service will be held at Windy Cove Condominiums, 1198 S. Lake St., Whitehall, on Sunday, July 19, 2009, from 1-3 PM.

He was born in Syracuse, NY, on June 6, 1941, to Wayne J. and Margaret Leslie Brownell. He is named after the original Brownell ancestor in North America, who arrived in the Massachusetts Bay Colony on the ship "Whale" in 1638. Thomas was raised in the fruit farming region of New York State along Lake Ontario, and graduated from Dartmouth College and Ohio University. Before pursuing his career as a technical writer and teacher of technical writing, he was employed by Pan American World Airways on the Atlantic Guided Missile Test Range, in the Bahamas, by the NCR Corporation of Cambridge, Ohio, and St. Johnsbury Academy in St. Johnsbury, Vermont.

His educational studies took him through sojourns in law and graduate history, but his true interest was writing. He authored 18 books, mainly on automotive topics, and taught technical writing and journalism as a full, tenured professor at Ferris State University.

For over 25 years, Mr. Brownell authored the "Questions & Answers" column for Old Cars Weekly magazine. He was founding editor of Vintage Truck magazine, and had been a syndicated columnist for Motor News Media syndicate. His writing received awards from the International Automotive Media Association.

He met and married Joyce Tarrier while teaching in Vermont. They have two sons, Nathan and Anthony. He is survived by his loving wife of 40 years, their sons and daughters-in-law, 4 grandchildren, and a sister, Ann Kulik of Omaha, Nebraska. Mr. Brownell was a member of Ferry Memorial Reformed Church in Montague.

A physically active person for much of his life - at Ferris, he was known as the professor with the automotive passion who always rode a bike - during summers he hiked the White Mountains of New Hampshire and he once skied the challenging Tuckerman's Ravine headwall on Mount Washington, though he contended in his retirement years with increasingly debilitating MSA.

DONATIONS: Memorial Fund of Ferry Memorial Reformed Church, 8669 Old Channel Trail, Montague, MI 49437.
 

Mr. Harvey J. Budnik of Whitehall 

Mr. Budnik, age 93, died March 11, 2010. He was born May 28, 1916, in Ludington, to John and Helen (Zywicki) Budnik. On July 27, 1968, in Whitehall, he married the former Goldie Bahr Arnouts. Mr. Budnik proudly served in the US Army Air Corp, an air crew chief, he was stationed at Clark Air Force Base, in the Phillipines during World War II. Mr. Budnik worked as a machinist at Teledyne Continental Motors for 34 years, retiring in 1975. An avid fisherman, he loved fishing on the Lake Michigan, loved to dance, his favorite music Polka Music, and wintering in Arizona. Mr. Budnik was a member of Algot Johnson American Post #69, a Life member of White Lake Eagles Aerie #3214, a Life member of the Moose Lodge and a Life member of White Lake VFW Post #3256. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Edward Budnik and Emery Budnik.

FAMILY: His wife, Goldie; his children, Janice (Tom) Kelly, Sharon (Chet) Reed and Lloyd (Maria) Budnik; step-children, Gerald (Vicki) Arnouts, Ronald (Loydell) Arnouts, Lola (Waymon) Ellis, Michael (Cheri) Arnouts and Bonnie (Larry) Damm; 23 grandchildren; 33 great-grandchildren; 1 great-great-grandchild; 3 sister-in-laws, Natalie Budnik, Carol Harrigan & Mildred Bahr; 1 brother-in-law, Robert Landis.

MEMORIAL GATHERING & MILITARY SALUTE: Will be held, Sunday, April 25, 2010, from 1:00-3:00 PM, at White Lake VFW Post #3256, 9370 Walsh Rd., Montague, with a Eulogy and Military Salute to begin at 3:00 PM.

DONATIONS: MHP Visiting Nurses & Hospice, 888 Terrace St., Muskegon, 49441.
 

Mr. Matthew R. "Matt" Cabala Of Whitehall 

Matthew R. "Matt" Cabala, age 58, died May 22, 2010. He was born January 8, 1952, in Shelby, to Albert and Donna (Gibbs) Cabala. A graduate of Central Michigan University, Matt had worked for Muskegon County Friend of the Court, retiring in 2007. He was a member of St. James Catholic Church in Montague.

FAMILY: 1 son, Earl Cabala of Grand Haven; 1 daughter, Taylor Cabala of Grand Rapids; a sister, Karen (Ron) Barrs of Montague; a brother, Ken Cabala of Grand Haven.

SERVICE: Private services have been held.
 

Mr. Joseph A. Carlson "The Formica Man" of  Twin Lake 

Mr. Carlson, age 69, died March 10, 2010. He was born June 7, 1940, in Grand Haven, to Carl and Josephine (Rosneck) Carlson. After proudly serving in the US Army, on December 8, 1962, he married the former Muriel "Doty" Lowden. He was self-employed for over 20 years, known as "The Formica Man", retiring in 2005. Mr. Carlson was an avid outdoorsman, with a passion for hunting and fishing and was a member of the American Quarter Horse Association. He was preceded in death by his parents and 2 brothers.

FAMILY: His wife, Doty; 2 daughters, Carmen (Will) Berghuis and their children, Marie & Michael, and Elizabeth Hoppa, and her children, Jake & Olivia; 1 sister, Patricia (Donald) Brown; 1 brother, Richard (Lois) Carlson; nieces & nephews.

MEMORIAL VISITATION: Friday, 6-8 PM and Saturday, 1-3 PM, at Clock Funeral Home, 413 S. Mears Ave., Whitehall.

MILITARY SALUTE: Following prayer by Rev. Ben Jansen Jr., White Lake VFW Post #3256 will conduct a Military salute, at the funeral home in Whitehall.

DONATIONS: American Cancer Society, 12723 N. Bellwood, Suite 20, Holland 49424.
 

Mrs. Rosella G. Chaffee of Muskegon (formerly of Whitehall)  

Mrs. Chaffee, age 67, passed away Tuesday, January 5, 2010. She was born February 21, 1942, in Muskegon, to Jesse and Gladys (Olson) Franklin. On July 15, 1967, in Whitehall, she married Robert G. Chaffee. Mrs.  Chaffee had worked at American Coil Springs Co. for 17 years, retiring in 1976. She was an active member of Evangelical Covenant Church of Whitehall. She was preceded in death by a son, Bruce Chaffee and a grandson, Eric Chaffee.

FAMILY: Her husband, Robert; her children, Robert Chaffee Jr. of Muskegon, Brenda Chaffee of Whitehall, Cindy (Joe) Miesch of Holton, Judith (Larry) Thomas of Fremont, Peter Chaffee of Kalamazoo, Jeff (Laura) Chaffee of Muskegon, Jonathan (Ria) Chaffee of Kenosha, WI and Timothy Chaffee of Muskegon; her grandchildren, Kyle Harned, Amanda Anderson, Bessie Simmons, Barb Simmons, Joe Miesch Jr., Elizabeth Oudsema, Amber Chaffee, Alec Chaffee, Rebecca Chaffee, Chanda Chaffee and Benjamin Chaffee; 6 great-grandchildren.

SERVICE: Saturday, January 9, 2010, at 11:00 AM, at Evangelical Covenant Church of Whitehall, 900 S. Warner St., Whitehall, with the Rev. Thomas G. Beegley and Pastor Robert Woods officiating.

VISITING HOURS: Friday, 6-8 PM, at Clock Funeral Home in Whitehall.

DONATIONS: Evangelical Covenant Youth, c/o Evangelical Covenenant Church of Whitehall, 900 S. Warner St., Whitehall 49461.
 

Mrs. Dorothy J. Clements of Montague 

Mrs. Dorothy J. Clements, age 72, died March 29, 2010. She was born August 7, 1937, in Chicago, to Raymond and Lillian (Throw) Schiller. She had lived in the area for 48 years, coming here from Chicago. On October 22, 1954, in Montague, she married Lorrel Clements. Mrs. Clements was a LPN and worked at Muskegon General Hospital for 40 years, retiring in 2005. She had also worked as a care-giver and hospice nurse for a number of years. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Deborah Clements, and a granddaughter, Autumn Clements.

FAMILY: Her husband, Lorrel; 4 sons, Jesse C. Clements of Montague, Mark Clements of OR, Phillip Clements of NC and Joshua Clements of Montague; 3 grandchildren, Jennifer Kroll of Hesperia, Jesse A. Clements and Travis Clements, both of Rothbury; a sister, Betty Daily of Shelby.

Private services have been held.

DONATIONS: Harbor Hospice, 1050 W. Western Ave., Suite 400, Muskegon 49441.
 

Mr. William C. "Bill" Collard (husband of Pat) 

Mr. Bill Collard, age 85, died April 22, 2010. Born October 3, 1924, in Detroit, to Douglas and Dorothy (Abraham) Collard, he had lived in the White Lake area the past 55 years. On August 27, 1949, in Lansing, he married the former Patricia Palmer. Mr. Collard worked for and retired as branch manager of Comerica Bank in Montague in 1988. Proudly serving in the US Navy during World War II, he was a communicant member of St. James Catholic Church, a member of White Lake VFW Post #3256, had served on the White Lake Chamber of Commerce, and had been a member of and was a past-Treasurer of the Montague-Whitehall Rotary Club. Bill was an avid golfer and had held memberships at Old Channel Trail Golf Course and Lincoln Golf Club. He was preceded in death by a sister, Shirley Goulet.

FAMILY: His wife, Pat; his children, Christine (Randy) DeKuiper of Hesperia, Rebecca Collard of Walker, Karen (Larry) Noordhoff of Muskegon, and Mark (Donna) Collard of FL; 3 grandchildren; 1 great-grandchild; 1 sister, June (Dick) Howe of Hart; 1 brother, Charles (Dawn) Collard of Hart.

FUNERAL LITURGY: Monday, April 26, 2010, at 11:00 AM, at St. James Catholic Church, 5179 Dowling St., with the Rev. Fr. Donn P. Tufts presiding. A MILITARY SALUTE will be conducted, at the church, by White Lake VFW Post #3256.

VISITING HOURS: Sunday, April 25, from 4-6 PM, at St. James Catholic Church in Montague.

DONATIONS: American Heart Association, Midwest Affiliate, Memorials & Tributes Program, Dept. 77-3968, Chicago, IL 60678-3968
 

Mr. Terry E. Collins of Battle Creek (formerly of Montague)

Mr. Collins, age 67, died September 27, 2009, in Muskegon. He was born July 17, 1942, in Mishawaka, IN, to Earl D. and Bessie I. (Genson) Collins. Mr. Collins earned his GED and had worked on the railroad and as a meat cutter. He was preceded in death by a brother, Gary, in 1952.

FAMILY: His children; 2 sisters, Sharol Overbey of Indianapolis and Valarie Mills of Muskegon; 1 brother, Charles Collins of Battle Creek.

MEMORIAL SERVICE:  Wednesday, November 4, 2009, at 11 AM, at Clock Chapel-Whitehall, with Mr. Charles Collins officiating.

DONATIONS: Collins Family Expense Fund, c/o Clock Funeral Home, Box 128, Whitehall 49461.
 

Mr. William D. Conwill of Whitehall  

William David Conwill, of Whitehall , died unexpectedly on Monday morning at his home in Fruitland Township .  He was 63.

Born October 2, 1946 in Flint , Michigan to William Conwill and Kathleen Noyle, he had moved to Whitehall in 1991 from Muskegon .  Mr. Conwill is survived by his wife of 32 years, Martha Ruth Markey.

He was preceded in death by his father, and an infant daughter, Kathleen Ruth Conwill.

Also surviving Mr. Conwill are his two sons William David Conwill II ( Crystal ) of Caro , Michigan ; and Christopher Markey Conwill of Whitehall ; and two granddaughters Cathleen Ruth Conwill and Eleanor Adelle Conwill, of Caro.

Mr. Conwill was the Muskegon Terminal Manager for Lafarge Corporation from 1987 until his retirement in 2004.  He also served as a Planning Commissioner for Fruitland Township. He proudly served in the US Air Force during the Vietnam Conflict. Mr. Conwill was affiliated with the White Lake Congregational United Church of Christ through his wife.

SERVICE: Friday, June 18, 2010, at 1:00 PM, at White Lake Congregational UCC, 1809 S. Mears Ave., Whitehall, with Rev. Keith Koebel and Rev. Pam Koebel officiating. A Military Salute will be held at the church at the time of service.

VISITING HOURS: Thursday, 6-8 PM, at Clock Funeral Home, 413 S. Mears Ave., Whitehall.

DONATIONS: Memorial Fund of White Lake Congreational Church, 1809 S. Mears Ave., Whitehall, 49461, Muskegon Humane Society-Animal Rescue, Box 93, Muskegon 49443-0093 or a no-kill animal shelter of your choice.
 

Mrs. Donna L. Cook of Montague 

Mrs. Cook, age 74, died Saturday, October 17, 2009. She was born July 12, 1935, in Hinsdale, IL, to Fredrick and Elsie (Flaus) Barber. She was married to J. F. "Terry" Cook on September 19, 1957, in Hinsdale, and had lived in the White Lake area since 1970.

FAMILY: Her husband, Terry; 2 daughters, Amy (Matthew Millar) Cook of Fennville and Bethany (David) Pluymers, and their children, Alleia and Johanna, of Madison, WI; 2 brothers, Frederick (Darlene) Barber of FL and John (Marlene) Barber of of UT.

SERVICE: A memorial service will be held in July, 2010 and announced prior to that time.

DONATIONS: MHP Visiting Nurses & Hospice, for Scolnik Hospice House, 888 Terrace St., Muskegon 49441.
 

Mr. Leon G. Cook of Twin Lake 

Mr. Cook, age 66, died Monday, October 19, 2009. He was born October 13, 1943, in Muskegon, to George M. and Laurel D. (Thompson) Cook. On October 30, 1964, he married the former Kathleen F. Hoover in Muskegon. Mr. Cook had worked at Port City Machine Co. and later, Erdman Machine Co., retiring in 2002. He was a member of St. Mary of the Woods Catholic Church. Mr. Cook was preceded in death by 1 sister and 3 brothers.

FAMILY: His wife, Kathleen; 2 sons, John (Linda) Cook and Joseph (Joy) Cook; 1 daughter, Michelle (Jay) Goodrich; his grandchildren, Christopher (Natalie) Goodrich, David Goodrich, Eric Goodrich, Edward Cook, Sarah (Keenan) Jewkes, Katy Cook, Andie Cook, Faith Cook, Mason Cook and Autumn Cook.

SERVICE: Friday, October 23, 2009, at 3 PM, at Rothbury Community Church, 2440 Winston Rd., Rothbury, with the Rev. Jonathan D. Rager officiating.

VISITING HOURS: Thursday, 6-8 PM, at Clock Funeral Home, 413 S. Mears Ave., Whitehall. A ROSARY will be recited, at the funeral home, in Whitehall, at 7 PM.

DONATIONS: MHP VNS and Hospice, 888 Terrace St., Muskegon, 49440
 

Mr. Dale  F. Crevier "K8PY" of  Whitehall

Mr. Dale F. Crevier, age 66, has reached his lifetime goal of faith, and went to be with his Lord on November 12, 2009. He was born May 20, 1943, in Muskegon, to Emil and Loretta (Brooks) Crevier. He was a 1961 graduate of Shelby High School, had attended Muskegon Community College, and had completed an electronics correspondence course. On April 8, 1967, he married Carol J. Bluhm. Together, they built their own home on 12 acres in the White Lake area.

Dale was employed for 29 years by the Burns International Security  Agency, retiring as a Field Supervisor, with his main office located at the former Sealed Power Corp. Dale was a lifelong amateur radio hobbyist - Call sign K8PY - obtaining his first license at the age of 15, progressing to achieve the highest license possible - "Extra Class". He was active in the Muskegon Amateur Radio Council and was also part of many Field Day events, earning many "contact awards". he also enjoyed fishing, camping, the family cats and his very special children, Dean Pesch, Laura (Greg) Jehnke, Terri (Steve) Slater, god-son, Kurt (Liz) Pesch, Peter Pesch, and god-son, Michael Policka,all of whom gave great joy and meaning to his and Carol's life. He was preceded in death by his parents, grandparents and a God-father, Russ Crevier.

FAMILY: His wife of 42 years, Carol; mother-in-law, Margarette H. Bluhm of Muskegon; the Pesch family of Muskegon; many numerous special friends; cats, Molly, Symon and Coco.

MEMORIAL SERVICE: Monday, November 16, 2009, at 11:00 AM, at St. James Lutheran Church, 8945 Stebbins St., Montague, with the Rev. John W. Brooks officiating.

VISITING HOURS: Monday, 10:00 AM until service time, at St. James Lutheran Church.

DONATIONS: Muskegon Area Amateur Radio Council, Box 691, Muskegon 49443 or Memorial Fund of St. James Lutheran Church, 8945 Stebbins St., Montague, 49437.
 

Mr. Carl Brown Cross of Montague 

Carl Cross, age 27, son of the William & Priscilla (Hellman) Cross, died November 3, 2009. Carl was born June 14, 1983, in Muskegon, and attended Wesley School until graduating in 2007 He was a member of St. Peter's by-the-Lake Episcopal Church in Montague. He was preceded in death by his father, Bill, and two brothers, Jack Vanderstelt and Joe Vanderstelt.

FAMILY:  His mother, Priscilla; brothers & sisters, Richard (Gloria) Vanderstelt, Darla (Scott) Genson, Carla Heacock (fiance, Russ Lichner), Cheryl (Victor) Williams, Asil Cross, Terry Cross, Aleah Cross and Tyler Cross; his God-Mother, Carlis Johnson; an aunt, Nancy (Jack) Parker; many nieces & nephews and friends.

SERVICE: Sunday, November 8, 2009, at 4 PM, at St. Peter's By-the-Lake Episcopal Church in Montague, with the Rev. Fr. Everett H. Klein officiating.

VISITING HOURS:  Saturday, 3-5 PM, at Clock Funeral Home in Whitehall.

DONATIONS: Memorial Fund of St. Peter's Episcopal Church, 8435 Old Channel Trail, Montague 49437
 

Mr. William I. Cross Jr. of Montague 

Mr. Cross, age 66, died Thursday, June 25, 2009. He was born July 21, 1942, in Muskegon, to William Sr. and Irene (Timmer) Cross. He served in the US Army, during the Vietnam Conflict, from 1961 to 1966. On June 24, 1967, in Muskegon, he married the former Priscilla A. Hellman.  He had worked as a furnace operator, at Howmet Corp. for 35 years, retiring in 2001. Mr. Cross served on the Montague Fire Department from 1976 to 1992, retiring as a Lieutenant. He was a member of St. Peter's By-the-Lake Episcopal Church and a Life member of White Lake VFW Post #3256. He was preceded in death by two sons, Joseph "Beets" VanderStelt and Jack VanderStelt, and a granddaughter, Nicole Williams.

FAMILY: His wife, Priscilla; 9 children, Richard (Gloria) VanderStelt, Darla (Scott) Genson, Carla Heacock (fiance, Russ Lichner), Cheryl (Victor) Williams, Carl Cross, Asil Cross, Terry Cross, Aleah Cross and Tyler Cross; 11 grandchildren; 6 great-grandchildren; a sister-in-law, Nancy (Andy) Parker; extended family, Jennifer and Aaron Justice; special friends, Big Butch and Ken.

SERVICE: Tuesday, June 30, 2009, at 11:00 AM, at St. Peter's By-the-Lake Episcopal Church, 8435 Old Channel Trail, in Montague, with the Rev. Fr. Everett H. Klein officiating.

VISITING HOURS: Monday, 2-4 & 6-8 PM, at Clock Funeral Home in Whitehall. On Monday, a salute will be extended at 4:00 PM, by the Montague Fire Department, at the funeral home. At 8:00 PM, at the funeral home, a Military Salute will be offered by White Lake VFW Post #3256.

DONATIONS: Memorial Fund of St. Peter's By-the-Lake Episcopal Church, 8435 Old Channel Trail, Montague 49437.
 

Mrs. Nina J. Cullen of Montague/Whitehall 

Nina went to Heaven to meet her Lord and loved ones, both young and old, on June 21, 2010. Nina lived life to the fullest with and for her family, Don, her husband of 58 years, and her children, Donna and Bill, Jenna, Eric and Cullen; Tom and Kristi, Stephanie and Jeremy, David and Stephanie; Cheryl; John and Tanya, Ryan, Samantha and Spencer; Christopher and Deanna, Jordan, Ashley, Morgan, Tate and Stevie; and Nina's lifelong friend, Lois, with whom she swam and sailed with on White Lake the Beautiful; along with her extended family, Jack and Joan; Jo; and many fun relatives.

Nina loved many more children including those on her Montague School bus to which she drove for 13 years.

Nina was born to Adolph and Jennie Roberts in 1923. Her brothers and sisters who were waiting for her to join them were Howard, Adolph Jr., Marion, Bette and Edward. Nina loved her Lord and was baptized, confirmed, married and was a communicant member of St. James Lutheran Church. She demonstrated her love by working in and supporting the food pantry through LOVE, Inc. of the White Lake area.

Nina attended the White Lake School District #6, and later was an outstanding athlete at Montague High School. She graduated from MHS in 1942, serving as the Class Secretary.

Nina loved to play golf, to which she and Don inspired "the love of the game" in their children and other young golfers. Although Don could not coach Nina, they held the low score of 34 at Grand Haven's back nine in an alternate shot event while playing with dear friends, Bill and Ruth Kowalski. It was even whispered that Nina told a "fib" to a police officer to get to a tournament on time. Good times were had by Nina at White Lake GC, Lincoln and Old Channel Trail GC, including Club Championships. Nina was the Muskegon City Golf Champion in 1956 and 1959. In the winter months, she bowled, had fun, and drank beer, winning the 1972 GMWBA singles actual with a 619 and the handicapped division as well with a 706.

Nina was instrumental in equal education opportunities for learning challenged children. Strong willed and devoted, Nina, with equally determined Don, carpooled with other parents to Muskegon so that their children could attend school and participate in the Special Olympics.

Nina loved to bake. Her remarkable fudge and flaky crust apple pies were delicious gifts to many people. Dr. Engstrom and his staffr would receive such gifts on the birth dates of Nina's five children every year.

Nina lived her last four and one half years at Heartland of Whitehall, where she received numerous cards from Mike and Mary Ann, Bebe, Turtlellen and her St. James family. She enjoyed her life there with many old friends and new, and we thank you for your friendship, love and care bestowed on her there, especially to Nina's caregivers, (her ladies and gentlemen of 400 hall) who truly are angels on earth. We love you!

Please send your MEMORIALS to: Heartland Health Care Center, for Resident Christmas Party Gifts, 916 E. Lewis St., Whitehall 49461 or St. James Lutheran Church, for New Youth Center, 8945 Stebbins St., Montague 49437.

Finally, Nina...we love you and will say our goodbyes to you on FRIDAY, JUNE 25, 2010, at St. James Lutheran Church, 8945 Stebbins St., Montague...until we hug and kiss you again in Heaven.

VISITATION will be at the church, in Montague, Friday, from 1:00 PM until SERVICE TIME, at 2:00 PM, at the church, with luncheon to follow.
 

Mr. Jack W. Daily of Shelby 

Mr. Daily, age 71, died Friday, January 22, 2010.

He was born September 2, 1938, in Muskegon, to Floyd E. and Rozella (Gravengood) Daily. On July 23, 1960, he married the former Betty Schiller in Montague. Mr. Daily worked for Verizon until retiring in 1994 and was a member of Montague United Methodist Church. He also served in the US Navy. He was preceded in death by a brother, Charles Daily.

FAMILY: His wife, Betty; 1 daughter, Leann Daily of IL; 2 sons, Jack Daily of WA and Dean Daily of Lapeer; 7 grandchildren; 1 great-grandchild.

MEMORIAL SERVICE: Monday, January 25, 2010, at 1:00 PM, at Shelby Congregational Church, 51 E. Third St., Shelby, with the Rev. Ruth D. Fitzgerald officiating.
 

Mrs. Marilyn D. Davis of  Whitehall 

Mrs. Davis, age 67, died July 11, 2009. She was born June 29, 1942, in Hesperia, to Melbourne and Vera (Croff) Beebe. She moved to the White Lake area in 1975, coming from Florida. On April 29, 1975, she married David A. Davis, and had been a homemaker all her life. She was preceded in death by a sister, Janet.

FAMILY: Her husband, David; adopted children, Roy & Iola Bromley; 1 brother, Bud Beebe of GA; 4 sisters, Carol Miller of Whitehall, LaVerle Beebe of FL, Sandra Hanson of MN and Helen Joyce Hanson of Jackson; numerous nieces & nephews.

MEMORIAL SERVICE: Tuesday, July 14, 2009, at 2:00 PM, at Faith Baptist Church, 3593 Whitehall Rd., North Muskegon (Dalton) with the Rev. James A. Swierenga officiating.

DONATIONS: Davis Family Expense Fund, c/o Clock Funeral Home of White Lake, Box 128, Whitehall 49461.
 

Mrs. Delores E. "Dee" DeWind of Holton 

Mrs. Dee DeWind, age 78, died Monday, October 26, 2009. She was born May 2, 1931, in Muskegon, to Clifford W. and Laverna (Covell) Cloud. On June 21, 1958, she married Marvin "Doc" DeWind, in Florida. Dee was a certified nursing assistant and had worked at Mercy Hospital as well as being a homemaker. She was preceded in death by a grandson, Ryan Braafhart, and 1 sister.

FAMILY: Her children, Jerry De Wind, Steve (Ramona) Lambert, Kathy (Robert) Crockett, Beth (Carl) Hislop, Craig (Mary) DeWind, Cheryl (Jack) Anderson, Marla (Bill) Harrington, Lisa (Shattuck) Braafhart and Wendy (Randy) Carlson; 17 grandchildren; 9 great-grandchildren; 2 sisters; 3 brothers.

SERVICE: Private services have been held.

DONATIONS: DeWind Family Expense Fund, c/o Clock Funeral Home of White Lake, Box 128, Whitehall 49461
 

Mrs. Dorothea E. Draper of Montague (widow of Clarence) 

Dorothea E. Draper, age 100, passed away August 11, 2009. She was born on May 14, 1909, to Albert and Alvina (Voss)

Koepke, in Tolleston (pre-Gary), Indiana.

Besides being a homemaker, she was very active in two communities, Gary, IN, and Montague. She was a Girl Scout leader and Waterfront Director at Camp Tepicon in Indiana. She was a Water Safety Instructor for the American Red Cross for 45 years, teaching swimming, diving and canoeing. After she and her husband, Clarence, (who preceded her in death in 1983) retired to Montague. Dorothea was active in the Montague Museum, White Lake Historical Society, White Lake Garden Club, White Lake Women's Club, White Lake Area Sportfishing Association, Friends of the Library and White Lake Senior Center. She was also an avid fisherman, an avid golfer and a member of the Old Channel Trail G. C. Women's League. She was preceded in death by 2 sisters and 2 brothers.

She was a member of St. James Lutheran Church of Montague.

FAMILY: 1 daughter, Diana Draper of Las Vegas, NV; 1 granddaughter, Kimberly Ferrari of MS; great-grandchildren, Diana Purick of NY, and Tara Purick & Dalton Ferrari, both of MS; niece and nephews.

SERVICE: Friday, August 14, 2009, at 11 AM, at St. James Lutheran Church, 8945 Stebbins St., Montague, with the Rev. John W. Brooks officiating. Interment will be made in Ridgelawn Mount Mercy Memorial Park in Gary, IN.

VISITING HOURS: Thursday, 6-8 PM, at Clock Funeral Home in Whitehall.

DONATIONS: White Lake Senior Center, 8741 Ferry St., Montague 49437 or Montague Museum, c/o City of Montague, 8776 Ferry St., Montague 49437.
 

Mr. William D. "Duffy" Townsend of Montague 

William D. Townsend, of Montague, passed away Saturday, June 26, 2010, at Poppen Hospice House of Muskegon. He was born November 26, 1930, in Hesperia, the son of Richard and Blanche Townsend. William married Charlotte Hall in Muskegon on February 10, 1951. He was preceded in death by his wife of 52 years in 2003. They were members of Shelby United Methodist Church. William served in the US Army during the Korean Conflict and had worked at Hooker Chemical Co. in Montague for 28 years. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and spending time with his grandchildren. He served on the White River Zoning Board of Appeals and had served as township Constable for a few years. He loved lively conversation at township board meetings.

He is survived by 3 sons, Bruce & Doris Townsend of Montague, Sam & Francene Townsend of Hallandale Beach, FL and Andy & Laurie Townsend of Montague; 11 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; 2 sisters, Beverly Gerrans and Barbara Sprague, both of Muskegon; 1 brother, Robert Townsend Sr. of Ruby Creek.

A MEMORIAL SERVICE will be held Monday, July 5, 2010, at 11:00 AM, at Montague United Methodist Church, 8555 Cook St., Montague, with the Rev. Randall R. Hansen officiating.

DONATIONS may be made to the Townsend Family Expense Fund, c/o Clock Funeral Home of White Lake, Box 128, Whitehall 49461.
 

Mr. Hurl E. "Peck" Dunlap Of Muskegon 

Mr. Dunlap, age 61, died August 10, 2009. He was born February 13, 1948, in Muskegon, to James and Irene (Hoffman) Dunlap. On December 14, 2002, he married the former Natalie Sills in Grand Haven. Mr. Dunlap had been a self-employed carpenter for most of his life, and was a member of the Thursday Night Men's Card Club. He was preceded in death by 3 sisters, Daisy Scheiderer, Shirlene Murdzia and Jean Krise.

FAMILY: His wife, Natalie; 2 sons, Scott (Sharon) Dunlap of Whitehall and Timothy Wilson (Karrie Morrin), both of Whitehall; 3 daughters, Sherry Dunlap and Brandy Dunlap, both of Whitehall and Stacy (David) Bryan of Orlando, FL; grandchildren, Coty Norris, Jordan Harris, Brandon Kersting, Phillip Hackney and Brittney Swihart, all of Whitehall; great-grandson, Maliki Swihart of Whitehall.

1 sister, Christine Dunlap (Kirk Creighton) of Dalton; 3 brothers, Jesse (Bonnie) Dunlap and Herb (Nancy) Dunlap, both of Dalton, and John (Judy) Dunlap of Rothbury.

MEMORIAL SERVICE:  Monday, August 17, 2009, at 1:00 PM, at  White Lake Baptist Church, 5280 Dowling St., Montague, with Rev. Steven L. Rodenburg officiating.

VISITING HOURS: Monday, 12:00 PM (noon) until service time, at the church, in Montague.

DONATIONS: Dunlap Family Expense Fund, c/o Clock Funeral Home of White Lake, Box 128, Whitehall 49461.
 

Mrs. Margaret H. Eicke of Whitehall (widow of Henry) 

Mrs. Eicke, age 90, died Tuesday, July 21, 2009. She was born June 10, 1919, in Reed City, to Willam and Cora (King) Ellis. On August 28, 1948, she married Henry W. Eicke, who preceded her in death in 1998. A member of Montague United Methodist Church, she was a Past-President of White Lake VFW Post #3256 Auxiliary and a Past Worthy Matron of White Lake OES Chapter #201. Mrs. Eicke was preceded in death by 2 granddaughters and 7 sisters. The family will like to recognize and say a special "thank you" to caregivers at Christian Care Assisted Living Home and at Brookhaven Medical Care Facility.

FAMILY: 1 son, William (Janice) Street of Montague; 1 daughter, Cora (Anson) Farmer of Muskegon; 9 grandchildren; many great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren.

GRAVESIDE INTERMENT SERVICE: Interment of cremated remains, and OES Memorial Service will be held, Tuesday, July 28, 2009, at 11:00 AM, at Oakgrove Cemetery - Montague, conducted by White Lake Chapter OES #201.

DONATIONS: White Lake Chapter OES #201, c/o Masonic Temple, 5425 Dowling St., Montague 49437.
 

Mr. J. John Eilers of Montague 

Mr. J. John Eilers, age 83, retired and former City Manager for the City of Montague, died April 14, 2010. He was born March 17, 1927, in Claybanks Township, to Louis and Ethel (Schultz) Eilers. Onl April 7, 1951, in Muskegon, he married to the former Floye Omness, who preceded him in death on March 18, 1986. On September 27, 1986, he married the former Louise Wahl, who survives. Mr. Eilers had worked as City Manager for the City of Montague for 28 years, retiring in 1992. He was a communicant member of St. James Catholic Church, was a member and a Past Commander of White Lake VFW Post #3256, and proudly served his country in the US Army in Europe during World War II. Mr. Eilers was preceded in death by a grandson, Jonathan Eilers, 1 sister, Marilyn Kocher, a brother, Francis Eilers, and sister-in-laws, Jeri Mackey and Ginger Gunn.

FAMILY: His wife, Louise; his children, James Eilers of North Muskegon, Thomas (Jo) Eilers of Montague, Susan Poynter of Grand Rapids, Rev. Gregory (Julie) Eilers of Port Hope, David (Debbie) Eilers of TN, Mark Eilers of Montague and Allison (Bryan) Henry of Troy; 15 grandchildren; 3 great-grandchildren; 4 sisters, Betty (Bill) Field, Barb (Roy) Cheever, Pat (Lane) White and Margaret (Jerry) Leutzinger; 1 brother, Russell (Paula) Eilers; 3 sister-in-laws, Barbara Schucker, Barbara Bouska and Donna Gottsacker; 1 brother-in-law, Robert (Barb) Vogel; many nieces & nephews.

FUNERAL LITURGY: Saturday, April 17, 2010, at 1:00 PM, at St. James Catholic Church, 5179 Dowling St., Montague, with the Rev. Fr. Thomas A. Schiller presiding. Interment will be made Mt. Calvary Cemetery-Montague. A MILITARY SALUTE will be made by White Lake VFW Post #3256 at the cemetery.

VISITING HOURS: Friday, 2-4 & 6-8 PM, at St. James Catholich Church in Montague. A VIGIL SERVICE will be held a 8 PM, at the church.

DONATIONS: Eilers Family Expense Fund (for John's medical expenses), c/o Clock Funeral Home of White Lake, Box 128, Whitehall 49461.
 

Mrs. Doralea J. Eldred of  Twin Lake 

Doralea, age 78, died Saturday, July 18, 2009, at her home, surrounded by her family. She was born September 15, 1930, in Belding, to Leonard and Merle (Mumby) Miller. On May 23, 1980, she married Wayne Eldred, who preceded her in death in 2000.  

A member of Local 539, she worked at CWC for 10 years, then moved to Saint Marys Lake and worked at Memorial Medical Center in Ludington for 10 years, retiring in 1992. For years, she loved to bowl and paint cermaics and was very good at both. Doralea was preceded in death by a brother, Leonard "L.G." Miller. 

FAMILY: A daughter, Cindy (David) Smith of Twin Lake; a son, Dale Bunnell (friend, Anita O'Brien) of Fruitport; 5 grandchildren; Debbie & Tom Maycroft of Muskegon, Wayne & Angie Bunnell of Texas, Craig Smith & Jimmie Pickell and Colette & Jeremy Gee, all of Twin Lake;  4 great-grandchildren; Brooke & Brennen Bunnell, Savannha Maycroft and Cameron Gee; 1 sister, Betty Jean (George) Stark  of Alto; 1 brother, Keith (Nina) Miller of Whitehall. 

MEMORIAL GATHERING: Friday, July 31, 2009, beginning at 1:00 PM, at the Smith Residence, 2980 Fifth St., Twin Lake.
 

Mr. Wayne W. Erdman of New Era 

Wayne W. Erdman, age 56, died June 28, 2010. He was born April 2, 1954, in Muskegon, to Keith A. and Jean L. (Harmston) Erdman. Mr. Erdman had attended Michigan Tech University and had worked for the past 32 years for the United States Postal Service. Wayne particularly enjoyed riding his motorcycle with his partner, Diane Hradsky, always looked forward to the Sandy Corley Memorial Run and was a member of the Fremont Chapter of HOG. His parents preceded him in death.

FAMILY: His children, Wayne Jr. (Stacy) Erdman of AL, Matthew (Tricia) Erdman of NC, Emilee Erdman and Andrew Erdman, both of Shelby Township; 2 grandchildren; 2 sisters, Anita (Rusty) Rowe of Montague and Eileen (Tony) Dinicola of CT; 3 brothers, Keith (Connie) Erdman of Mears, Kenneth (Carol) Erdman of Montague and Scott (Nancy) Erdman of Whitehall; a multitude of nieces & nephews; his soul-mate, Diane Hradsky.

SERVICE: Tuesday, July 6, 2010, at 11:00 AM, at White Lake VFW Post #3256, 9370 Walsh Rd., Montague, with the Rev. Douglas M. Ogden officiating.

VISITING HOURS: Monday, July 5, from 5-8 PM, at Clock Funeral Home, 413 S. Mears Ave., Whitehall.

DONATIONS: White Lake Community Food Pantry, c/o Lebanon Lutheran Church, 1101 S. Mears Ave., Whitehall 49461.
 

Mrs. Frances D. M. "Marie" Eyestone of North Muskegon (widow of Leonard) 

Mrs. Marie Eyestone, age 87, died Tuesday, August 18, 2009. She was born December 20, 1921, in Hesperia, to George W. and Helen (Golden) Chester. She was married in South Carolina on June 9, 1943, to Leonard R. Eyestone, who preceded her in death in 1981, and had worked as a cook at Sorrento's Restaurant for 40 years, retiring in 1975. She was preceded in death by 2 sisters and 4 brothers.

FAMILY: 6 children, Lynn (Dennis) Young, Kathy (Michael) Holman, Richard (Sandra) Eyestone, Lee (Marcia) Eyestone, Lori (Tim) Hayes and Lisa (Jerome) Wisniewski; 12 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; 2 sisters, Mona (Gary) Scouten and Marjorie (David) Watkins; 2 brothers, Robert (Midge) Chester and David (Maudie) Chester.

SERVICE: Monday, August 24, 2009, at 12:00 PM (Noon), at River of Life Fellowship, 4860 Holton Rd., Twin Lake, with Pastor Donald L. Benedict officiating. Interment will be made in East Dalton-Oakhill Cemetery.

VISITING HOURS: Sunday, August 23, 2-4 & 6-8 PM, at Clock Funeral Home in WHITEHALL.

DONATIONS: MHP VNS & Hospice, 888 Terrace St., Muskegon 49440-1220.
 

Mr. Kenneth A. "Kenny" Fisk of Whitehall
Kenny Fisk, age 23, died Saturday, December 19, 2009, in Whitehall. He was born December 11, 1986, in Muskegon, to Kenneth and Sharon (Jasick) Fisk. His father preceded him in death. He had worked as furniture restorer at Wildflower Antiques in Whitehall.
FAMILY: His mother, Sharon; grandparents, Art & Arlene Jasick; aunts & uncles, Gary & Cathy Jasick, Michael Jasick,  Guy & Rhonda Jasick, Al & Pat Fisk; many cousins, extended family members and many friends.

MEMORIAL SERVICE: Tuesday, December 29, 2009, at 3:00 PM, at Clock Chapel-Whitehall, with Pastor Adrian Thorne officiating.

VISITING HOURS: Tuesday, from 1-3 PM, at Clock Funeral Home in Whitehall.

DONATIONS: Teen Challenge, 440 E. Pontaluna Rd., Muskegon 49444.