Mrs Barbara A. MacArthur of  Whitehall 

Mrs. MacArthur, age 73, died October 7, 2009. She was born September 25, 1936, in Pentwater, to Lester B. and Vivan A. (Moreen) Marcellus. On July 12, 1958, she married Hugh MacArthur in Scottville. Mrs. MacArthur worked as a secretary for 35 years, last working at Howmet Corp., retiring in 1998. She adored her grandchildren, enjoyed sports and arts & crafts, and liked taking nature walkes. She was preceded in death by her parents and a sister, Betty.

FAMILY: Her husband, Hugh; 2 sons, Dion MacArthur of Whitehall and Brent (Rashel) MacArthur of Onekama; 1 granddaughter, Cassandra MacArthur; 3 grandsons, Curt (Gretchen) MacArthur, Cameron MacArthur and Jordan MacArthur; a daughter-in-law, Carmella MacArthur of Perth, Australia; a sister, Lois (Mel) Takes of Ludington; a brother, Larry Lents of Pentwater; "adopted" sons, Darren Frazier of WA and Al Bloom of Shelby.

SERVICE: Private services have been held.

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

JoAnn Machuk, age 58, died September 5, 2011. She was born April 3, 1953, in Flint, to Tony and Joan (Howell) Machuk. She had worked for AAA of Michigan in Flint and later for the Muskegon AAA office. JoAnn was preceded in death by her parents, Tony and Joan, a step-father, Frank Howell, and a step-mother, Pat Machuk, and brothers, Tom Machuk and Bill Howell.

FAMILY: 1 son, Kevin Saunders; sisters, Mickey, Toni, Sherry, Kellie, Karen and Libbie; brothers, Ron, Frank, Allen, Tommy Jack.

MEMORIAL SERVICE: Sunday, September 11, 2011, at 3:00 PM, at Clock Funeral Home, 413 S. Mears Ave., Whitehall.

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

Mrs. Arlene J. Manny of Whitehall (widow of Neil)　

Arlene June Manny, died Sunday, August 23, 2009, at Bush Creek Manor in Whitehall, Mi., at the age of 86.

Born Arlene Feeley on August 21, 1923 in Oak Park, IL, to George and Eleanor Feeley of Chicago, she married Neil G. Manny on September 14, 1946. While raising her family in River Forest, IL, she was active in the local Infant Welfare organization. She spent summers at White Lake,  MI,  enjoying her family and many friends at the White Lake Yacht Club and the White Lake Golf Club, moving permanently to White Lake in the early 1980s. She was an avid bridge player and known never to pass up playing a few hands. She is preceded in death by her husband Neil G. Manny and her brother Robert G. Feeley. She is survived by her three children, Neil R. (Skip) (Joan) Manny, Carol Muriello (Dan) and Robert Manny and by her three grandchildren, Shawn Manny (Stephanie), Alyson Martinez, and Christopher Martinez. A private graveside service will be held at a later date in Chicago, her favorite city and where she always wanted to return.

DONATIONS can be made in her name to Bush Creek Manor, 1023 E. Alice St. Whitehall, MI. 49461 or to Harbor Hospice, 1050 W. Western Ave., Suite 400, Muskegon 49441.
 

Mr. Daniel R. Markley of Whitehall  

Daniel R. Markley, age 57, died January 27, 2011, in Grand Rapids after a long battle with cancer. He was born July 9, 1953, in Great Lakes, IL, to Robert H. and Gloria M. (Kapella) Markley. A graduate of Whitehall High School, Mr. Markley was a tool & die maker and had worked for Viking Tool Co. for 30 years. He loved fishing on White Lake with his dad and boys and sharing his sense of humor with friends and family.

FAMILY: He is survived by 2 sons, Brian Markley of San Francisco, CA and Jeff (Kelly) Markley of Montague; 2 grandsons, Miles and Leo Markley; his parents, Bob & Gloria Markley of Whitehall; 3 sisters, Cindi (Michael) Pollo of Muskegon, Janet Rice of Whitehall, and Diana (Rick) Lewis of Spokane, WA; a brother, Mark Markley of Whitehall; and many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews.

MEMORIAL GATHERING & DINNER: Saturday, February 5th, 2011, 2-4 PM, at White Lake Eagles Aerie #3214, 1204 S. Lake St., Whitehall.

DONATIONS: Memorial contributions may be directed to the American Cancer Society, 12723 N. Bellwood, Suite 20, Holland 49424 or visit https://www.cancer.org/involved/donate/donateonlinenow/index

In honor of Dan's decision to aid in saving other lives himself, the family asks you consider making your own commitment to: Gift of Life-Michigan, 3861 Research Park Dr., Ann Arbor 48108 (800/482-4881) or visit http://www.giftoflifemichigan.org/
 

Mr. C. Robert Martin of Montague  

He served as President of the Board of Lake Harbor Methodist Church and Claybanks Methodist Church. 

Mr. C. Robert Martin, age 98, died June 30, 2011.  He was born February 26, 1913 in Muskegon , Michigan to E. Harvey Martin and Rena (Thompson) Martin.  He attended elementary schools, Hile and Churchill in Norton Township .  Mr. Martin graduated from Muskegon Heights High School in 1931 and from Ferris State Institute in 1933.  He was employed by Muskegon Heights Schools as maintenance supervisor for 38 years.  On June 17, 1939, he married the former Alma Ernst in Saline, Michigan .  He was an active member of the Muskegon Optimist Club and led the annual Christmas tree sale.  He also served as President of the Muskegon County Museum and was active with and a Past-President of the Jaycees. He retired to take up farming and to build his own home.  He grew Christmas trees for many years and was an avid fisherman and golfer.  He was preceded in death by his parents, his brother, Harvey, and a sister, Bertha (Martin) Holcomb.

FAMILY: He is survived by his wife, Alma and sister, Helen, age 101.  His is also survived by 3 children, Marti (Martin) Balgooyen RPT (Ric), of Muskegon ,  Charles R. Martin CPA (Ruthanne), of Marco Island, FL, and Elaine A. Martin PHD, of Tuscaloosa , AL .    He is also survived by 5 grandchildren, Chris Martin of Cleveland, Julie Fisher (David) of Chicago, Jason Balgooyen (Susan) of Dallas, Kevin Martin of Columbus, and Betsy Keller ( Kent ) of Chicago .  He is also survived by 6 great grandchildren. 

VISITATION:  Saturday, July 2, from 3:00 to 5:00 PM at Clock Funeral Home, 413 S. Mears Ave., Whitehall.

MEMORIAL SERVICE:  Sunday, July 3, 2:00 PM, Claybanks United Methodist Church , 56th Ave, Montague, Michigan .

MEMORIALS:  Claybanks United Methodist Church, c/o Whitehall United Methodist Church, 117 S. Division St., Whitehall 49461  or MHP VNS & Hospice, 888 Terrace St.  Muskegon  49440.
 

Mr. Donald L. Mason of Whitehall 

Donald L. Mason, age 79, died June 28, 2010, in England, while vacationing. He was born July 4, 1930, in Hart, to Loren and Dorothy M. (Snow) Mason. He met the former Jean M. Drinkall, in England, while serving in the US Air Force during the Korean Conflict, and married her in Whitehall on December 10, 1955. He worked in maintenance at Hooker Chemical Co. for 32 years before retiring.  Mr. Mason had interests in hunting, camping, stained glassmaking, snowmobiling, woodworking and was a Civil War history buff.  He was a long-time communicant member of Faith Lutheran Church and was preceded in death by two sons, Mark Mason and Kevin Mason.

FAMILY: His wife, Jean; 1 son, Gary (Kim) Mason; 1 daughter, Julia (Rich) Maziasz; 9 grandchildren; 6 great-grandchildren; 2 sisters, Helen Eilers and Joanne Dyer; 1 brother, Milton "Bud" Mason.

SERVICE: Saturday, July 10, 2010, at 11:00 AM, at Faith Lutheran Church, 707 E. Alice St., Whitehall, with the Rev. Micheal D. Kroll officiating. Interment will be made in Oakhurst Cemetery-Whitehall.

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

Mrs. Mary Jane D. May of Whitehall 

Mary Jane D. May, age 81, of Whitehall, formerly of Livonia, died Wednesday, November 25, 2009. She was born December 19, 1927, in Ontario, Canada, to Honoruis and Ida (Desjarais) Garneau. She was married to Raymond J. May, February 4, 1956, in Ontario, and he preceded her in death. She had worked for the Canteen Co. at Ford Motor Company, retiring in 1988. Mrs. May had been a member of St. Edith Catholic Church in Livonia and more recently, was a member of St. James Catholic Church in Montague. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Gabrielle May.

FAMILY: 3 daughters, Monica & Tim Terry, and their children, Leigh, Scott & Laura, of Grand Haven, Marlene & Mark Rainko, and their son, Mark, of Clinton Township, and Melanie & Darrel Copley, and their children, Rachel, Raymond & Brianna, of Whitehall; 2 brothers, Hector Garneau and Bernard Garneau, both of Canada.

FUNERAL LITURGY: Saturday, November 28, 2009, at 11:00 AM, at St. James Catholic Church, 5179 Dowling St., Montague, with the Rev. Fr. Donn P. Tufts presiding.

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

DONATIONS: Alzheimer's Association, 549 Seminole Rd., Suite 102, Muskegon 49444.
 

Mr. Nicholas J. Mccabe of Whitehall/New Era 

He was loved by many close friends and hated by a few but in his own words "I am a redneck asshole and proud of it!"

Nicholas J. McCabe, age 29, died Saturday, March 27, 2010. He was born April 26, 1980, to Dana and Maureen (Henagin) McCabe. A graduate of Whitehall High School, he had worked for Fred Summerfield Painting & Drywalling for many years. He had started working last year at New Era Canning Co. and was laid off for the winter.

FAMILY: 1 daughter, Sydney McCabe; his mother, Maureen (David) Freeman; his father, Dana McCabe; grandparents, Leonard & Nora Henagin and Earl & Rosemary McCabe; many aunts, uncles and cousins.

Nick was preceded in death by his stepfather Bob Petty.  

Blue Jean MEMORIAL SERVICE  Friday, April 2, 2010, at 2:00 PM, at Clock Funeral Home, 413 S. Mears Ave., Whitehall, with Pastor Fred Summerfield officiating.

VISITING HOURS: Friday, 1:00 PM until service  at Clock Funeral Home in Whitehall.

There will be a CELEBRATION OF LIFE Benefit Pig Roast done by his closest friends on April 24th, 2010, at 2:00 PM, at his mother's house, 7088 Meinert Park Rd., Montague, weather permitting.

DONATIONS: McCabe Family Expense Fund (for Sydney), c/o Clock Funeral Home of White Lake, Box 128, Whitehall 49461.
 

Mrs. Ruth G. Mcclellan of Rothbury

Ruth G. McClellan, age 75, died October 26, 2011. She was born May 8, 1936, in Muskegon, to Gustave and Pauline (Miel) Johnson. In 1957, she married Ferdell McClellan, who preceded her in death in 1975. Mrs. McClellan had worked at a number of local canning factories as well as being a homemaker. She was preceded in death by 2 sons, Karl and Micheal, a granddaughter, Crystal, and 3 brothers, Melvin Johnson, Harvey Carson and Leo Johnson.

FAMILY: 2 sons, Ronald (Ingrid) McClellan and Larry (Freida) McClellan; 3 daughters, Brenda (Rod) Epplett, Carol (Tom) Epplett and Mary Jo Lewis; 17 grandchildren; 30 great-grandchildren; 3 sisters, Bessie (Merle) Bernhardt, Mary (Ken) Bernhardt and Donna Hein; 2 brothers, Paul (Patsy) Carson and Chuck Carson.

SERVICE: Tuesday, November 1, 2011, at 11:00 AM, at Clock Funeral Home, 413 S. Mears Ave., Whitehall, with Mr. Jimmy E. Epplett officiating.

VISITING TIME: Sunday, 4-7 PM and Monday, 1-4 PM, at the funeral home in Whitehall.

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

Mr. William J. McGoran of Montague 

William J. McGoran, age 86, died September 13, 2010. He was born August 26, 1924, in Brunswick, to Joseph and Beulah (Brink) McGoran. A graduate of Montague High School, after proudly serving his country in the US Army, in the 101st Airborne Division, in Europe, during World War II, he returned home and married the former Betty Kroll in Montague, on October 17, 1947. She preceded him in death in 2004. After serving his apprenticeship with Local 319, he became a lather working for Local 1028-L, as well as working for Carpenter's Local 1045 until retiring in 1986. Mr. McGoran was a Life member of the VFW, a Past-Commander of Don Rea VFW Post #8846 and currently a member of White Lake VFW Post #3256, a member of the United Brotherhood of Carpenters and was a member of the Buckhorn Lodge. He was preceded in death by 2 brothers, Michael McGoran and Ted Lanning, and many dear friends.

FAMILY: 3 daughters, Betty (James) Ginn of Rothbury, Roseann (Joe) Kelly of AZ and Marilyn (James) Benovic of Montague; grandchildren, James Ginn, Jeff Ginn and Kelly Yost, Maureen Kelly Borsodi and Sara and Melissa Benovic; great-grandchildren, Lindsey, Nicholas, J. J., Aiden and Carson Ginn; 3 sisters, Maxine Archambault, Mae Harris and Betty Howard; 1 brother, Jerry McGoran; a sister-in-law, Julia Lanning.

SERVICE: Thursday, September 16, 2010, at 11:00 AM, at Clock Chapel, 413 S. Mears Ave., Whitehall, with the Rev. Bruce A. Beach officiating. Interment will be made in Oakgrove Cemetery-Montague, where a MILITARY SALUTE will be conducted by the White Lake VFW Post #3256 Honor Squad.

VISITING HOURS: Thursday, 10:00 AM until service time at the Clock Funeral Home in Whitehall.

DONATIONS: McGoran Family Expense Fund, c/o Clock Funeral Home of White Lake, Box 128, Whitehall 49461 or Harbor Hospice, 1050 W. Western Ave., Suite 400, Muskegon 49441
 

Mrs. Lucille J. Mcpheron of Montague 

Mrs. Lucille McPheron, age 81, died on April 22, 2010. She was born October 16, 1928, in Manton, to Leo and Lulu (Mathews) Burns. A homemaker all her life, Mrs. McPheron had been active in the Women's Bowling Association, March of Dimes and with UNICEF. A daughter, Suzanne Hunt, preceded her in death. 

FAMILY: Her children, Michael (Mary Ann) McPheron, Diana McPheron and Jeffrey (Penny) McPheron, all of Montague, Randall (Renee) McPheron of TN and Jeanne (Mark) Malter of IL; 16 grandchildren; 7 great-grandchildren.

MEMORIAL SERVICE: Monday, April 25, 2010, at 5:00 PM, at White Lake Congregational UCC, 1809 S. Mears Ave., Whitehall, with Rev. Keith Koebel and Rev. Pam Koebel officiating, and Mr. James Tanis as Eulogist.

DONATIONS: Charity of your choice.
 

Mrs. Wilma I. Mears of Rothbury

Wilma I. Mears, age 84, went Home to be with the Lord on October 13, 2011, with family at her side. She was born August 1, 1927, in Yorkville, Ohio, to Edward and Katheryn (Kiss) Briggs. A homemaker all her life, on April 4, 1945, she married James F. Mears, who preceded her in death. Mrs. Mears was also preceded in death by a son, John Mears Sr., and 3 brothers.

FAMILY: A daughter-in-law, Phyllis Mears of Rothbury; grandchildren, John Mears Jr., Paula (Robert) Zimmer and Fran (Al) Beaton, all of Muskegon; 5 great-grandchildren, Julie, Rachel, Kristie, Hailey & Vanessa; a great-great-grandson, Evan James; 2 sisters, Charlotte Briggs and Betty (Les) Douglas, both of Ohio.

SERVICE: Private services have been held.

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

Mr. Robert H. Medema of Muskegon 

Robert H. Medema, age 80, died April 18, 2011. He was born April 4, 1931, in Muskegon, to Jake and Henrietta (Doorenbos) Medema. He had worked as a truck driver for TNT Holland until retiring. On May 31, 1958, he married the former Sydney May, who preceded him in death in 1992. Mr. Medema proudly served in the US Army during the Korean Conflict. He was a member of White Lake VFW Post #3256, White Lake Lodge #198 F & AM and White Lake Eagles Aerie #3214. He was preceded in death by a sister, Henrietta Poel, and two brothers, Fred Medema and John Medema.

FAMILY: 2 daughters, Susan (William) Darke and Robin Falbe (R. Michael Hardy); 5 grandsons, Dennis (Kristen) Darke, William Jr. (Jessica) Darke, Stephen (Cara) Darke, Robert 

Darke and Vern (Jenelle) Darke; 8 great-grandchildren; a sister, Gladys Olthof, and a brother, Don (Joan) Medema; special companion, Patricia Russell.

MEMORIAL SERVICE & MILITARY SALUTE: Monday, April 25, 2011, at 11:00 AM, at White Lake VFW Post #3256, 9370 Walsh Rd., Montague.

DONATIONS: Harbor Hospice, 1050 W. Western Ave., Suite 400, Muskegon 49441 or Memorial Fund of White Lake VFW Post #3256, 9370 Walsh Rd., Montague 49437.
 

Mr. Darren B. Mengel of North Muskegon 

Darren B. Mengel, age 43, died January 6, 2010.  He was born June 20, 1966, in Muskegon, to Bernard and Beatrice (Bitson) Mengel. He had worked at Structural Concepts for 14 years, retiring in 2008.

FAMILY: His parents, Bernard & Bea Mengel; 4 brothers, Tim Mengel of AZ, and Terry (Diane) Mengel, Jeff Mengel and Jody Mengel, all of Muskegon.

SERVICE: A private family service will be held at a later date.
 

Mrs. Cecilia J. Meyer of Muskegon and White Lake

Cecilia J. Meyer, age 92, died December 12, 2011. She was born September 12, 1919, in Muskegon, to Oliver and Minnie (Jenson) Jaunese. In 1964, she married Arthur Meyer, who preceded her in death. Cecilia owned and operated Wayside Inn Bar & Grill in Montague for 37 years, retiring in 1987. She was preceded in death by a son, Thomas Liskey, 3 sisters and 2 brothers.

FAMILY: Her children, Robert (Cherie) Liskey of North Muskegon, Gregory (Mary Beth) Liskey of Norton Shores, Marie Daugherty of Norton Shores, daughter-in-law, Pauline Liskey of Twin Lake, step-daughter, June (Glen) Champline of Shelby and step-daughter, Helen Woirol of Ludington; 18 grandchildren; 3 great-grandchildren.

SERVICE: Wednesday, December 14, 2011, at 11:00 AM, at Clock Funeral Home, 413 S. Mears Ave., Whitehall.

VISITING TIME: Wednesday, 10:00 AM until service time at the funeral home in Whitehall.

DONATIONS: Hospice of MI, 33 W. Main St., Fremont 49412
 

Mr. Donald E. Michaelsen of Rowland Heights, CA (formerly of Whitehall)

Donald E. Michaelsen, age 60, passed away unexpectedly on October 17, 2011. He was born August 5, 1951 to Arthur "Mike" and Donna (Erickson) Michaelsen. He graduated from Whitehall High School in 1969. He worked as a Process Engineer at Consolidated Precision Products in California. He was a devoted son, brother and father. Don was preceded in death by his grandparents, Donald & Dorothy Erickson, and two uncles.

FAMILY: His children, Christopher (Danyelle) Michaelsen, Starr Michaelsen (Mike Tremore), Max Michaelsen and Fritz Michaelsen; grandchildren, Maggie, Mason, Amelia and Olive; his parents, Mike & Donna Michaelsen; a sister, Linda Michaelsen (Terry Rice); many nieces, nephews, grandnieces & grandnephews.

MEMORIAL SERVICE: Thursday, October 27, 2011, at 11:00 AM, at White Lake Congregational UCC, 1809 S. Mears Ave., Whitehall.

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

Mrs. Donna Faye Mikkelson R.N. of Whitehall 

Donna Faye Mikkelson, age 74, went to be Home with her Lord and Savior on December 30, 2010. She was born March 17, 1936, in Snover, Michigan, to Vivian E. and Isla M. (Moore) Dorman. A graduate of Hackley School of Nursing, she had worked as a Registered Nurse and retired as Director of Nursing from Oceana County Medical Care Facility in 1996. She was married to Robert J. "Spin" Mikkelson on August 15, 1964, in Hart, and was a cherished Wife, Mom and Grandma. Donna Faye was a member of Montague United Methodist Church. She was loved by many and she loved her Lord and family. Family gatherings were always a time of bonding for the large gatherings of her children, grandchildren, siblings, aunts, uncles, nieces & nephews.

Donna Faye enjoyed traveling, gardening, sewing, knitting, crocheting, making clothes for her grandkids, dining out and being technological.

She was preceded in death by her parents, a sister, Kaye Rinn, and a brother, Tom Dorman.

FAMILY: Her husband, Spin; 1 daughter, Susie (Tim) Tubbs; 3 sons, David (Kathleen) Mikkelson, Kirk (Sherri) Mikkelson and Brett (Allison) Mikkelson; grandchildren, Emmitt Mikkelson, Kylar Mikkelson, Evan Mikkelson, Hunter Tubbs, Michael Tubbs, Maranda Mikkelson, Taylor Mikkelson and Jaden Mikkelson; 2 brothers, Larry (Carol) Dorman and Bill (Sue) Dorman.

SERVICE: Tuesday, January 4, 2011, at 11:00 AM, at Montague United Methodist Church, 8555 Cook St., Montague, with the Rev. Randall R. Hansen and Mr. James K. Tanis officiating. Interment will be made in Oakgrove Cemetery-Montague.

VISITING HOURS: Monday, January 3, 5-8 PM, at Clock Funeral Home, 413 S. Mears Ave., Whitehall.

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

Mr. David W. Miller of Rothbury 

David W. Miller, age 61, died April 18, 2011. He was born November 10, 1949, in Bridgeport, CT, to Wilfred A. and Dorothy (Tolles) Miller. On April 7, 1978, he married the former Phyllis Harrison in Holland. Mr. Miller worked as an electrical engineer for Teledyne Continental/General Dynamics Land Systems for 37 years. He was a member of White Lake Baptist Church and Muskegon Area Amateur Radio Council (W8ZHO). He was preceded in death by a brother, Kenneth Miller.

FAMILY: His wife, Phyllis; 3 sons, Stephen Miller of MD, Timothy Miller of Rothbury and Michael (Megan) Miller, and their daughter, Elizabeth, of IL; a sister, Marjorie Miller of Muskegon; a brother, Edward (Elyse) Miller of TN; a sister-in-law, Louise Miller; 1 niece, Eileen Miller; 2 nephews, Eric (Shree) Miller, and their daughter, Mia, and Brian (Caren) Stratton; the kitty, Chessie.

SERVICE: Friday, April 22, 2011, at 3:00 PM, at White Lake Baptist Church, 5280 Dowling St., Montague, with Rev. Steven L. Rodenburg officiating. Interment will be made in Oakgrove Cemetery-Montague.

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

DONATIONS: Memorial Fund of White Lake Baptist Chuch, 5280 Dowling St., Montague 49437.
 

Mrs. Edna M. Miller of Whitehall 

Edna M. Miller, age 94, died Tuesday, April 5, 2011. She was born October 28, 1916, in North Muskegon, to Harrison and J. Maud (Wilson) Olson. In 1941, she married John Miller, who preceded her in death in 1988. She had worked at Pitkin Drug Store in Whitehall for a number of years. Mrs. Miller was a communicant member of Lebanon Lutheran Church, had been a Sunday School teacher for a number of years, and had been a member of Northside Seniors. She was preceded in death by a son, Norman Miller, a grandson, a granddaughter, 2 sisters, Irene Case and Gladys Franklin, and a brother, Harold Olson.

FAMILY: 3 daughters, E. Irene (John) Parks, Mary Carlson (Terry Beekman) and Ann (Mark) Brooks, all of North Muskegon; 6 grandchildren; 9 great-grandchildren; a daughter-in-law, Pam Miller of Twin Lake.

MEMORIAL SERVICE: Will be held later at Lebanon Lutheran Church, 1101 S. Mears Ave., Whitehall, with the Rev. Douglas M. Ogden officiating, with the time and date published at that time. Interment was made in Laketon Township-Bear Lake Cemetery, North Muskegon.

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

Mrs. Eleanor F. Mindham (widow of Charlie) of Montague

Eleanor F. Mindham, age 90, left us to join her husband of 66 years, Charles F. "Charlie", on October 17, 2011, at her home. She was born September 30, 1923, in Niagara Falls, New York, to Albert and May (Morris) Homewood. She was married to Charles F. "Charlie" Mindham, who preceded her in death in 2008. Eleanor had worked as a para-professional for Community Mental Health Services for 11 years. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Susan Mindham, a granddaughter, Tracey Mindham, a daughter-in-law, Marilyn Mindham, and a sister, Mary McPherson. The Mindham family would like to extend a special thank-you to Dr. Levasseur and staff, Todd Pharmacy, Heartland Hospice, especially Bonnie and Sarah for their care, the neighbors for all their loving care over the years and a special thanks to Lois Larson and Lois Hickman for their love and friendship.

FAMILY: A daughter, Janet, of Montague; a son, Ronald, of Arizona; grandchildren, Robin (Mark), Cassi, Tyler, Miranda and Basil.

SERVICE: Private services have been held.
 

Mr. Walter R. Misze  (Husband of Mary Ann) of Whitehall 

Mr. Walter R. Misze, age 84, died Saturday, December 19, 2009. He was born on February 13, 1925, in Fountain, to Phillip and Mary Miszewski. In 1983, he married the former Mary Ann Wisniewski. Mr. Misze was retired owner & operator of Misze Sand Mine in Fruitland Township and was a member of St. Mary of the Woods Catholic Church. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by 2 sisters and 4 brothers.

FAMILY: His wife, Mary Ann; his children, Jeff (Cathy) Misze of Whitehall, Wayne (Diane) Misze of Dalton, Tony Misze of Otsego, Tom Misze of Grand Rapids, Chuck Misze of Muskegon, Dan Misze and Carol Misze, both of Florida; step-children, Shelley (Toby) Eyestone of Whitehall, Hope Sarber of Muskegon, Joe Pennington of Virginia and Bruce (Jeanette) Cook of Oregon; 11 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; a sister, Rose Mahoney of Muskegon; 3 brothers, Edward Miszewski of Fountain, Bill (Threasa) Misze of Midland and Jim Misze of Florida; a brother-in-law, Ron (Juanita) Wisniewski of Walkerville; and, Brownie.

MEMORIAL FUNERAL MASS:  Monday, December 28, 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 presiding.

DONATIONS: St. Mary of the Woods Catholic Church, 150 Church St., Twin Lake 49457.
 

Mrs. Nettie Moehlman of North Muskegon

Nettie Moehlman, age 90, died November 1, 2011. She was born June 9, 1921, in Pentwater, to Anton and Ruby (Rosner) Van Bavel. She was married in 1957 to Harold Moehlman, who preceded her in death. Nettie was homemaker all her life and a dedicated member of Fruitland Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Sue Howell, in 2005.

FAMILY: 2 sons, Michael Moehlman and Harold Moehlman; a sister, Vera Bray; a brother, Orland Van Bavel.

SERVICE: Saturday, November 12, 2011, at 1 PM, at Fruitland Baptist Church, 4611 Orshal Rd., Whitehall, with Rev. Gene Walter officiating.

VISITING TIME: Saturday, 11:00 AM to service time, at the church on Orshal Rd.

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

Mr. John E. Mears of Rothbury 

Mr. Mears, age 62, died October 3, 2009. He was born February 7, 1947,  Martins Ferry, Ohio, to James and Wilma (Briggs) Mears. On November 18, 1966, he married the former Phyllis Muckey. Always interested in electronics, he had worked at Hi Lite International until retiring in 2008. Proudly serving in the US Navy during the Vietnam Conflict, Mr. Mears was a member of White Lake VFW Post #3256 and had been a lifelong amateur radio afficionado and operator (Ham), call sign WA8NQO.

FAMILY: His wife, Phyllis; 1 son, John Jr. of Muskegon; 2 daughters, Paula (Robert) Zimmer and Frances (Al) Beaton, both of Muskegon; 5 beautiful granddaughters, Julie, Kristie, Hailey, Rachel & Vanessa; his mother, Wilma Mears of Whitehall; special friend, David Vanderplow; extended family in Ohio.

SERVICE: Thursday, October 8, 2009, at 2 PM, at Clock Chapel-Whitehall, with the Rev. Bruce A. Beach officiating. A MILITARY SALUTE will be extended by White Lake VFW #3256 Honor Guard, at the funeral home at the time of the service.

VISITING HOURS: Thursday, 1 PM until service time, at the funeral home in Whitehall.

DONATIONS: Mears Family Expense Fund, c/o Clock Funeral Home, Box 128, Whitehall 49461 or Harbor Hospice, 1050 W. Western Ave., Suite 400, Muskegon 49441.
 

Mr. Gerald Lee Moore of Battle Creek 

Gerald Lee Moore, of Battle Creek, died July 3, 2010. He was born July 2, 1947, to James and Marian Moore in Portage, PA. He was a Vietnam veteran where he served in the US Navy. After the service, he attended Kent State University where he earned a Bachelor of Business Administration degree.

He is survived by his daughter, Lisa Kate Moore of Florida, his mother, Marian Moore of Whitehall, a sister, Nancy Peterson of Montague, and a brother, James (Cathy) Moore of South Carolina, plus many nieces & nephews, and his former wife, Liddy Cuellar of Florida. He was preceded in death by a sister, Judy Zaman, his father, James Moore, and a niece, Debbie Peterson.

MEMORIAL SERVICE: Thursday, August 19, 2010, at Lebanon Lutheran Church, 1101 S. Mears Ave., Whitehall, with the Rev. Douglas M. Ogden officiating. A Military Salute will be conducted at Oakgrove Cemetery, Montague, at the time of burial of cremated remains by the Muskegon County Veteran Council.

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

Mrs Lucille M. Moore, of Montague (widow of Harvey)

Mrs. Moore, age 88, died June 3, 2009. She was born April 6, 1921, in Fountain, to John and Josephine (Osesic) Budzynski. On June 7, 1941, in Freesoil, she married Harvey Moore, who preceded her in death in 2005. She had worked as a teacher aide at NBC School in Montague. was a member of St. James Catholic Church and was a member of White Lake VFW Post #3256 Auxiliary. Mrs. Moore was preceded in death by a daughter, Linda Osborn, a grandson, Michael Rutzen, a great-granddaughter, Loralie Rutzen, and 7 brothers, Joseph, Frank, Aloysie, Harry, Edward, Anthony and Chester Budzynksi.

FAMILY: 2 daughters, Judy (Roger) Rutzen and Pamela (Tyrus) Hansen; 9 grandchildren, Scott (Terri) Rutzen, Jennifer (Matthew) Kline, Christopher (Carrie) Rutzen, Nathan (Chevon) Harrington, Justin Hansen, Zachery Hansen, Kimberly (Scott) Penland, Kenneth McClain and Nickolas (Kristin) McClain; 9 great-grandchildren, James, Kaitlyn & Tyler Rutzen, Caleb Hansen,  Amanda, Michael & Spencer Penland and MacKenzie & Madalyn Kline; 1 sister, Florence Deering.

FUNERAL LITURGY: Saturday, June 6, 2009, at 11 AM, at St. James Catholic Church, in Montague, with the Rev. Fr. Donn P. Tufts presiding.

VISITING HOURS: Friday, 5-8 PM, at Clock Funeral Home in Whitehall.

DONATIONS: Memorial Fund of St. James Catholic Church, 5179 Dowling St., Montague 49437 or VNS & Hospice, 888 Terrace St., Muskegon 49440.
 

Mrs. Marian R. Moore of Montague 

Marian R. Moore, age 94, died July 6, 2011. She was born February 15, 1917, in Glasgow, Pennsylvania, to John C. and Vida (Keller) McCartney. On February 22, 1936, in Glasgow, Pennsylvania, she married James E. Moore, who preceded her in death. A homemaker all her life, she had also worked as a retail associate for K Mart in Ohio. She was a member of Lebanon Lutheran Church in Whitehall and White Lake Senior Citizens. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Judy Zaman, a son, Gerald Moore, a granddaughter, Deborah Peterson, and 4 sisters.

FAMILY: 1 daughter, Nancy Peterson of Montague; 1 son, James (Catherine) Moore of SC; many grandchildren; many great-grandchildren; many nieces & nephews.

SERVICE: Tuesday, July 12, 2011, at 11:00 AM, at Lebanon Lutheran Church, 1101 S. Mears Ave., Whitehall.Interment will be made in Mount Moriah Cemetery, Blair County, Pennsylvania.

Mrs. Pansy A. Moore  (Widow of Ira) of Whitehall 

Pansy A. Moore, age 91, died August 14, 2011. She was born February 19, 1920, in Joyfield Township, Benzie County, to Ira L. and Mary (Carhartt) Moore. On September 18, 1937, she married Ira A. Moore, who preceded her in death in 1988. Mrs. Moore had been a homemaker, and had also worked in the finishing department at Howmet Corp. for 27 years, retiring in 1982. She had been a member of Fruitland Baptist Church for many years. She was preceded in death by a son, Dallas Moore in 1964, 3 sisters and 1 brother. 

FAMILY: 2 daughters, Fidelia Brow of Muskegon and Carolyn (Bert) Jackson of Whitehall; 2 sons, Ronald (Norma) Moore of North Muskegon and Russell Moore of Muskegon; 11  grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren; 6 great-great-grandchildren.

MEMORIAL GATHERING: Thursday, August 18, 2011, from 11:00 AM until 1:00 PM, at Clock Funeral Home, 413 S. Mears Ave., Whitehall. Interment will be made in Fruitland Township Cemetery.

DONATIONS: Memorial Fund of Fruitland Baptist Church, 4611 Orshal Rd., Whitehall 49461.
 

Mr. Allen C. Morey of Montague 

Allen C. Morey, age 71, died March 8, 2011. He was born September 15, 1939, in Scottville, to Otis and Ella (Englebrecht) Morey. On April 28, 1984, he married the former Marcia Backa. He had worked at Howmet Corp. for 35 years. Mr. Morey served in the US Army Reserve Corp., was a member of White Lake Wesleyan Church, and was a member of Local 1243 U.A.W.

FAMILY: His wife, Marcia; his children, Jeanette (Eddie) Amos of Whitehall, James Morey of Whitehall and Jason Morey of Montague; a granddaughter, Jasmine Amos; a sister, Ruth Ann Morey of Scottville.

MEMORIAL SERVICE: Tuesday, April 26, 2011, at 1 PM, at White Lake Wesleyan Church, 503 S. Division St., Whitehall, with the Rev. Thomas Coffey officiating.

VISITING HOURS: Tuesday, 11:30 AM until service time at White Lake Wesleyan Church.

DONATIONS: Morey Family Expense Fund, c/o Clock Funeral Home of White Lake, Box 128, Whitehall 49461 or Memorial Fund of White Lake Wesleyan Church, 503 S. Division St., Whitehall 49461.
 

Mrs. Evelyn E. Morningstar of Whitehall 

On June 8, 2010, at Christian Care Nursing Center in Muskegon, Evelyn Elaine Morningstar went to Heaven surrounded by her family. She was born January 25, 1931, in Wayland, to Clarence F. Sr. and Vera M. (Taylor) Johnson. She had lived most of her life in Whitehall and Dalton areas.

Evelyn was a member of Faith Baptist Church in Dalton and had been a teacher and helper for Awana Pee Wees. Her witness for Christ was well-known in the community. She also had rental property that she called her "Mission Field". Mrs. Morningstar loved her flower gardens, children, good movies, her birds, her church family and family dinners. She was preceded in death by her husband, Harold Morningstar Jr., daughter, Ilene, 2 grandchildren, 1 great-grandchild, her parents, several sisters and 2 brother-in-laws.

Evelyn is survived by her children, Russel (Nan) Schneider of Whitehall, Franklin Morningstar of Muskegon, Kristina (David) Jibson of Whitehall, Anson L. Morningstar of FL and Lonny J. Morningstar of Grand Rapids; 16 grandchildren; 25 great-grandchildren; 1 brother, Clarence (Delores) Johnson of North Muskegon; 3 sisters, Virginia (Marvin) LaNore  of North Muskegon, Beverly (Herb) Meiner of Holland and Helen Mortenson of IL; faithful friend, Jack Johnson.

SERVICE: Friday, June 11, 2010, at 11:00 AM, at Faith Baptist Church, 3593 Whitehall Rd., North Muskegon, with Rev. James A. Swierenga officiating. Interment will be made in Oakhurst Cemetery-Whitehall.

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

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

Mr. Leon M. "Lee" Moss of Twin Lake 

Lee Moss, age 73, died September 26, 2010. He was born to Fred and Thelma (Roup) Moss on January 29, 1937, in Grand Rapids. A graduate of Michigan State University with a Master's Degree, he worked in social work for 49 years, retiring in 2002 from the Muskegon County Department of Community Mental Health. On September 9, 1994, he married the former Sheryl Urban. In his spare time, Lee enjoyed gardening and was an avid reader.  He also enjoyed spending time with his dogs.

 Mr. Moss proudly served his country in the US Army. He was preceded in death by a sister, Mary Moss, and a brother, Don Moss.

FAMILY: His wife, Sheryl; his children, Denise Moss of OH, John (Julie) Moss of MT, Kathy (Jimmy) Pope of TX, Dan (Jackie) Moss of Traverse City and Jeff (Kate) Moss of Leslie; 12 grandchildren; 3 great-grandchildren; 2 brothers, Fred Moss and Tom Moss; several nieces & nephews.

MEMORIAL SERVICE: Sunday, October 3, 2010, at 2:30 PM, at Ferry Memorial Reformed Church, 8669 Old Channel Trail, Montague, with the Rev. Dick Klaver officiating.

DONATIONS: The Lemonade Stand, 1192 Jefferson St., Muskegon 49441 or Muskegon Rescue Mission, 1691 Peck St., Muskegon 49441.
 

Mr. Charles A. "Charlie" Moulds  of Shelby 

Charles A. "Charlie" Moulds, age 59, died Tuesday, April 5, 2011, at his home, surrounded by his loving family. He was born May 31, 1951, in Muskegon, to John W. and Jacqueline (Esklidsen) Moulds. A graduate of Muskegon High School, and a long-time Muskegon resident, he worked in maintenance at Howmet Corp. for 40 years, retiring in 2009. Charlie was a member of UAW Local 1243 and a member of Benona Shores Golf Course. He had a love of hunting, fishing, golf, and bowling, enjoyed watching his grandchildren play and was an avid Detroit Tigers fan. Charlie was preceded in death by his beloved grandson, Caleb Genson.

FAMILY: His wife, Linda; daughters, Tina (Ken) Stafford of Grand Haven, Tricia (Steve) Nash of Whitehall and Melissa (David) Auble of Shelby; grandchildren, Tyler & Kaelyn Stafford, Kyle, Justin & Jordan Waruszewski and Connor Nash, and David Jr., Ryan & Lucas Auble; his parents, John and Jackie Moulds of Shelby; 2 sisters, Diana Strohm and LuAnne (Larry) Kennedy; 3 brothers, Michael Moulds, Richard Moulds and David (Sylvia) Moulds; sister-in-laws, Dixie (Tom) Paniucki and Brenda (Bill) Huffman; brother-in-law, William (Kim) Lee; his best friend, Buddy.

MEMORIAL GATHERING: Friday, April 8, 2011, 5-8 PM and Saturday, April 9, 11 AM-2 PM, at Clock Funeral Home of White Lake, 413 S. Mears Ave., Whitehall.

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

Mrs. Dorothy E. Mura "Mama" of Twin Lake (formerly of Whitehall) 

Mrs. Mura, age 77, died July 6, 2009, at her home. She was born October 20, 1931, in Union Town, Pennsylvania, to Ora and Josephine (Savidge) Rice. She had worked as a nurse aide in private home health care and for nursing homes for over 25 years. Mrs. Mura was preceded in death by a granddaughter, Andrea Mura, and a loving daughter-in-law, Jenae Mura. The Mura family would sincerely like to recognize and thank a special close friend and caregiver, Jodi Wright.

FAMILY: 3 sons, William Mura of Whitehall, Robert (Marjorie) Mura of Muskegon and John (Leah) Mura of Twin Lake; 3 daughters, Karen (Doug) Shumway of West Lynn, OR, Joan Mura of Twin Lake and Laura (Brian) Zenker of Fruitport; 13 grandchildren; 8 great-grandchildren; 1 brother; 1 sister.

MEMORIAL GATHERING: Thursday, July 9, 2009, from 6-8 PM, at Clock Funeral Home, 413 S. Mears Ave., Whitehall.

DONATIONS: Mura Family Expense Fund, c/o Clock Funeral Home, Box 128, Whitehall 49461 or Harbor Hospice, 1050 W. Western Ave., Suite 400, Muskegon 49441.
 

Mr. Robert J. Myers Jr. of North Muskegon 

Mr. Myers, age 70, died June 5, 2009. He was born February 2, 1939, in Grand Rapids, to Robert J. Sr. and Florence (Verseput) Myers. He attended Grand Rapids Junior College and on July 14, 1962, in Cedar Grove, WI, married the former Sharon Harmelink.

Mr. Myers had worked in sales and was Food Service Director for Montague Public Schools and Whitehall Public Schools for 11 years, retiring in 1998. He was a member of Trinity Presbyterian Church in Venice, FL, and attended Community United Methodist Church in North Muskegon. Bob always had a special place in his heart for his eight grandchildren. He loved old cars, to cook, to fish and spend winters in Florida. He had a wonderful contagious sense of humor and loved to tell jokes. Mr. Myers proudly served in the United States Air Force.

FAMILY: His wife, Sharon; 3 daughters, Suzanne (Tom) DeGram of Naples, FL, Jillanne (Mike) Fricano of Grand Haven and Melissa Myers (Chad Randl) of Ithaca, NY; 8 grandchildren, Alyssa, Tessa, Sara, Robert, Sean, Lucy, Eleanor and Laney.

SERVICE: Tuesday, June 9, 2009, at 11:00 AM, at Community United Methodist Church, 1614 Ruddiman Ave., North Muskegon, with Rev. Robert Lynch officiating. Interment will be made in Fruitland Township Cemetery.

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

DONATIONS: Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation, 383 Main Ave., 5th Floor, Norwalk, CT 06851.
 

SGT. Michael A. Nafe of Muskegon

SGT. Michael A. Nafe, age 29, died August 27, 2011. He was born on June 7, 1982, in Muskegon, to John Nafe and Margaret (Doran) Nafe. SGT. Nafe was making a career of the military, proudly serving his country as a Scout in Bravo Troop of the 126th Cavalry of the Michigan National Guard. Already serving a tour in Iraq in 2008/2009, he was set to deploy to Afghanistan in October. He was a member of VFW Post 3195 in Muskegon and was preceded in death by his grandfather, John Nafe.

FAMILY: His mother, Margaret (Michael) Everling; his father, John (Shirley) Nafe; 2 brothers, SSgt. David (Chrissy) Nafe and Ryan Felan; grandparents, Betty Nafe and Kenneth & Anne Doran; a niece, Chloe; aunts, uncles & cousins; his troopers, 1 - 126 Cavalry, Bravo Troop, Michigan National Guard.

SERVICE: Friday, September 2, 2011, at 11:00 AM, at Clock Funeral Home of White Lake, 413 S. Mears Ave., Whitehall, with the Rev. Fr. Anthony M. Pelak officiating. Interment will be made in Flower Creek Township Cemetery-Claybanks Township. Full MILITARY HONORS will be afforded by the Honor Squad of the Michigan National Guard at the cemetery.

VISITING HOURS: Thursday, 5-8 PM, at Clock Funeral Home in Whitehall.

DONATIONS: Wounded Warriors Project, 4899 Belfort Rd., Suite 300, Jacksonville, FL 32256.
 

Mr. Harold A. Nelson of Montague 

Harold A. Nelson, 88, of White River Township, Montague, passed away Friday, December 17, 2010, after a brief illness. A lifelong White River Township resident, he was born July 7, 1922, to Arvid and Nellie (Erickson) Nelson. He attended the Pershing School and Montague High. A World War II veteran serving in the US Navy, he was a Life member of White Lake VFW Post #3256.

Mr. Nelson was an avid hunter and enjoyed his many years of going to his cabin that he built in the U. P. He enjoyed camping and travel ling and many winters spent in Texas. He also was an avid NASCAR fan. He was employed at DuPont for 29 years, retiring in 1984.

On May 1, 1948, he married Matilda J. "Tillie" Machovsky at Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic Church in Rothbury. He was a communicant member of St. James Catholic Church in Montague, where he served on the cemetery board for many years.

He is survived by is wife of 62 years, Tillie; his children, Jane (Rick) Fekken, Arved (Marta) Nelson and Delores "Dee" DeMorrow, all of White River Township. Also surviving are his eight grandchildren, Erich (Melanie) Fekken, Natalie (Dan) Roesler, Stacie Nelson, Nick DeMorrow, Deanna Nelson, Holly (Cam) Personette, Jeff (Amy) Nelson and Melissa DeMorrow; his three great-grandchildren, Tehya, Karissa and MariKathleen. He was preceded in death by a daughter, Marie, a granddaughter, Jennifer and a sister, Marie Hague.

A MASS OF CHRISTIAN BURIAL will be held at 11:00 AM on Wednesday, December 22, 2010, at St. James Catholic Church, 5179 Dowling St., Montague, with the Rev. Fr. Donn P. Tufts presiding. Interment will be made in Mt. Calvary Cemetery-Montague. A MILITARY SALUTE will be conducted, at the church, by White Lake VFW Post #3256.

VISITATION will be held at St. James Catholic Church on Tuesday, December 21, 2010, from 5-8 PM, with a VIGIL SERVICE held at 7 PM at the church, and one hour prior to the service on Wednesday.

DONATIONS: St. James Catholic Church Endowment Fund, c/o 5179 Dowling St., Montague 49437.
 

Mr. Roger A. Nelson of North Muskegon 

Mr. Nelson, age 84, died May 5, 2010. He was born November 22, 1925, in Montague, to Allen and Hilda (Peterson) Nelson. Mr. Nelson worked at Teledyne Continental Motors for over 40 years, retiring in 1994 as a Quality Inspector. He proudly served in the US Army during the Korean Conflict. On November 2, 1963, he married the former Jacqueline K. Larson. Mr. Nelson had attended both Lebanon Lutheran Church in Whitehall and First Lutheran Church in North Muskegon. He was preceded in death by a sister, Helen Bates.

FAMILY: His wife, Jacqueline; a daughter, Marianne (Stephen) Custer of OH; 2 sons, Jamey Nelson, and his children, Eric & Emma, of Muskegon and Brian Nelson of PA.

SERVICE: Monday, May 10, 2010, at 11:00 AM, at Lebanon Lutheran Church, 1101 S. Mears Ave., Whitehall. Interment will be made in Oakhurst Cemetery-Whitehall. A MILITARY SALUTE will be extended at the cemetery by the Muskegon County Veteran Council.

VISITING HOURS: Sunday, 2-5 PM, at Clock Funeral Home, 413 S. Mears Ave., Whitehall.

DONATIONS: Muskegon Rescue Mission, 1691 Peck St., Muskegon 49441.
 

Mr. Ronald G. Nelson of Whitehall 

Ronald G. Nelson, age 67, died August 5, 2011. He was born June 28, 1944, in Flint, to Kenneth and Katherine (Hurley) Nelson. Proudly serving in the US Navy during the Vietnam Conflict, on June 25, 1966, he married the former Alice Konicki in Livonia. A member of Montague United Methodist Church, he worked as a pressman at the Muskegon Chronicle newspaper until retiring. He was preceded in death by a brother, Richard Nelson.

FAMILY: His wife, Alice; 2 daughters, Anne Marie (Merlyn) Coy of WI and Suzanne (Dan) Shannon of WA; 3 grandchildren, McKenna Coy, Naomi Shannon and Charlie Shannon; 1 sister, Patricia Quimby of Coldwater; 1 brother, Robert Nelson of Coldwater.

GRAVESIDE INTERMENT SERVICE: Friday, August 12, 2011, at 1:00 PM, at Card Cemetery, Bethel Township, Branch County.

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

Mrs. Violet F. Nelson of Whitehall 

Violet died peacefully in her sleep at the home of her son and daughter-in-law in Columbus, Ohio, on February 16, 2010. She was born 85 years ago on April 12, 1924, in London, England, to Charles and Rose Lorraine. During World War II, she met the love of her life, Intelligence Officer Warren D. Nelson, and they were married on July 7, 1945, in London. As a courageous war bride, Violet said goodbye to her parents and 11 siblings (including a twin brother) and journeyed to America to join her husband on March 22, 1946, making Whitehall her beloved home town.

Violet deeply loved her family and her friends, her home and her church, the Evangelical Covenant Church of Whitehall. She enjoyed working in many capacities in her community, always in the area of hospitality. She had fond memories of her years working in area restaurants, Whitehall Schools, and most recently, Del Foods and Plumb's.

She will forever be remembered for her endearing British ways, her fun sense of humor, her warm hospitality centered around her delicious meals, her untiring work ethic and her God-given gift of helpfulness. She was a consummate care-giver to her husband, Warren, who died on October 13, 1985, and her mother-in-law, Edna Nelson, who passed away at 101 years of age, on November 9, 1997. She was preceded in death by her parents, 7 brothers and 4 sisters, all of England. Vi's family holds many fond memories of their visits to and from her British siblings.

Violet will lovingly be remembered by her children, Lorraine (Robert) Goryl of North Muskegon, Bruce (Joanne) Nelson of Columbus, Ohio, and Delores (Mitchell) Hain of Sarasota, Florida, as well as 5 grandchildren and 1 great-grandson.

VISITING HOURS: Thursday, May 27, 2010, 6-8 PM, at Clock Funeral Home in Whitehall.

CELEBRATION OF LIFE: Friday, May 28, 2010, at 11 AM, at Clock Chapel-Whitehall, with Dr. Bruce Haight officiating.

DONATIONS: Reading is the Key Scholarship Fund, Community Foundation for Muskegon County, 425 W. Western Ave., Muskegon 49441 or Memorial Fund of Evangelical Covenant Church of Whitehall, 900 S. Warner St., Whitehall 49461.
 

Mr. Richard A. "Shorty" Nyquist of Hart 

Mr. Richard A. "Shorty" Nyquist, age 66, died January 23, 2010. He was born February 14, 1943, in Muskegon, to Alfred and Ethel (Johnson) Nyquist. He had attended Ferris State University, and had worked for Port City Cab and Western Union, and was a member of Fruitland Evangelical Covenant Church of Whitehall. Mr. Nyquist was preceded in death by his father, Alfred Nyquist, and a brother, Robert Nyquist.

FAMILY: A daughter, Jill (Kevin) VanDerZanden, and their children, Kaitlyn, Tayte & Kyrsten, all of Hart; a son, Todd (Michelle) Nyquist, and their children, Michaela & Samantha, all of Grand Rapids; his mother, Ethel Nyquist of Whitehall; 2 sisters, Ruthe (Larry) Gebhart of North Muskegon and Susan Vanderlaan of Whitehall; nieces & nephews.

MEMORIAL SERVICE: Saturday, February 13, 2010, at 11:00 AM, at Fruitland Evangelical Covenant Church, 4283 N. Weber Rd., Whitehall, with the Rev. Brian L. Kyle officiating.

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

Mr. James L. Ohman of North Muskegon 

Mr. James L. Ohman, age 67, died September 1, 2009.

SERVICE: Private services have been held.

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

Mrs. Jean M. Omness of Whitehall (widow of Willard) 

Mrs. Omness, age 83, died July 10, 2009. She was born December 27, 1925, in Muskegon, to Chester T. and Lila (Johnson) Spicklemire. A graduate of Whitehall High School, she was married to Willard H. Omness, who preceded her in death in 2003. Mrs. Omness worked at Howmet Corp. for 33 years, retiring in 1989, and was a member of Lebanon Lutheran Church. She was preceded in death by a grandson, Matthew Brockman, and a brother, Todd Spicklemire.

FAMILY: 1 son, David Omness of Tucson, AZ; 1 daughter, Wendy (Michael) Brockman of Edina, MN; 2 grandsons, Joshua Moschke and David Brockman, both of Minneapolis, MN; 3 sisters, Lila (John) Holmblade of TX, RoseMary Von Destinon of AZ and Ellen (Steve) Fisher of Saginaw.

SERVICE: Private services have been held.

DONATIONS: Heartland Hospice, c/o Heartland of Whitehall, 916 E. Lewis St., Whitehall 49461.
 

Mrs. Lena M. Osborne of Montague 

Mrs. Osborne, age 82, died May 20, 2010. She was born June 4, 1927, in Muskegon, to Roy and Hulda (Bose) Stout and had lived in Claybanks Township all her married life. As a child, Lena made a decision for Christ at Dalton Baptist Church in North Muskegon, and is joyfully home with Our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. She worked for Weesies Brothers, and later, graduated Valedictorian from Muskegon Community College School of Nursing and worked as an LPN at Mercy Hospital, retiring in 1992. On November 28, 1947, in Muskegon, she married Stanley Osborne, who preceded her in death in 2001. Mrs. Osborne was a member of Claybanks United Methodist Church, active with Methodist Church Women and was a member of White Lake VFW Post #3256 Auxiliary. Lena donated to many causes. She was preceded in death by a brother, Richard Hunt.

FAMILY: 1 daughter, Linda (Larry) Summey of Walker; 1 son, Terry (Deborah) Osborne of Rothbury;  2 sisters, Joyce Kroll of Montague and Glena Stout of Muskegon.

SERVICE: Monday, May 24, 2010, at 1 PM, at Claybanks United Methodist Church, with the Rev. Gayle S. Berntsen officiating. Entombment will be made in Montague Mausoleum.

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

DONATIONS: Memorial Fund of Claybanks United Methodist Church, c/o Whitehall United Methodist Church, 117 S. Division St., Whitehall 49461 or ASPCA, Box 92240, Washington, D. C. 20090
 

Jane A. "Jamie" Pallay, age 65, died June 19, 2011. She was born April 3, 1946, in Dearborn, to Ernest and Ruth Ann (Yelvington) Pallay. Earning a Bachelor degree at Michigan State University, she then earned a Masters degree at Central Michigan University. Jamie had worked as a Physical Education teacher and an Athletic Director for Montague Area Public Schools for 32 years, retiring in 1998. An avid bicyclist, she was a Life member of League of Michigan Bicyclists, where she had been Education and Safety Director for many years, and had actively participated in the annual Shoreline Bicycle Tour West, where she served as Tour Director for 11 years and the annual Michigander Bicycle Tour. She was also a member of League of American Bicyclists, the Rails to Trails Conservancy and White Lake Eagles Aerie #3214 Auxiliary.

Jamie was preceded in death by her parents, 2 brothers, Jeff and Jimmy, and a cherished friend, Rhonda Hendrixon.

FAMILY: Jamie was devoted to her sister, Jill Pallay, of Muskegon; an aunt, Marj Early of CA; cousins, Mark (Rhonda) Early and Susan Cobb of CA and Rick Arzet of GA;

MEMORIAL GATHERING: Saturday, July 2, 2011, from 11:00 AM until 1:00 PM, at Clock Funeral Home, 413 S. Mears Ave., Whitehall.

DONATIONS: League of Michigan Bicyclists, 416 Cedar St., Suite A, Lansing, MI  48912.
 

Mrs. Virginia G. Parker of North Muskegon 

Virginia G. Parker, age 93, died March 16, 2011. She was born July 28, 1917, in Muskegon, to Paul and Ida (Streu) Zemke. The former Virginia G. L. Zemke was married to Clarence "Jiggs" Parker on Septemer 25, 1965, in Blue Lake Township. Mrs. Parker had worked at Howmet Corp. in the finishing department for 27 years, retiring in 1981. She was preceded in death by 2 sisters and 2 brothers.

FAMILY: Her husband, Clarence "Jiggs"; 4 daughters, Elaine Galindo of TN, Ida (Charles) Sternburgh of Muskegon, Sandra (Michael) Dagen of Twin Lake and Charlotte Robinson of TN; 2 sons, Farrell Robinson of CA and David Robinson of TN; 23 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren; 16 great-great-grandchildren.

SERVICE: Saturday, March 19, 2011, at 1 PM, at Clock Chapel-Whitehall, with the Rev. Bruce A. Beach officiating. Interment will be made in Fruitland Township Cemetery.

VISITING HOURS: Saturday, 11:30 AM until service time, at Clock Funeral Home, 413 S. Mears Ave., Whitehall.

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

Mrs. Lucy J. Chilgren Peterson of Wilmette, IL (Summer resident of Whitehall, MI) 

Lucy Peterson, age 78, longtime resident of Winnetka, IL, died Wednesday, August 26, 2009, at her summer home in Whitehall. She was born August 14, 1931, in Evanston, IL to Arthur and Jean (Howell) Chilgren. A graduate of Smith College, she had worked at Harris Trust Bank prior to becoming a homemaker. On November 3, 1956, in Winnetka, she married David D. Peterson. Mrs. Peterson was a member of Christ Church of Winnetka, the Christ Church Bell Choir, the Winnetka Garden Club and the Green Meadows Garden Club.

FAMILY: Her husband, David Peterson; her children, David Jr. (Lisa) Peterson of Winnetka, Jean (Stephen) Ashmore of Kenilworth, IL and Douglas (Kim) Peterson of Winnetka; 9 grandchildren.

MEMORIAL SERVICE: Wednesday, September 2, 2009, at 3:00 PM, at Christ Church, 784 Sheridan Rd., Winnetka, IL, 60093. DONATIONS: Benevolence Fund of Christ Church, 784 Sheridan Rd., Winnetka, IL 60093.
 

Mrs. Edythe, R. Peterson of Whitehall

Edythe Ruth Peterson, 88, long time resident of Whitehall , Michigan , went to be with her Lord Tuesday, January 12, 2010. Edythe was born July 8, 1921, in Muskegon to Johanna (DeReus) and Raymond Halgren. She graduated from Muskegon High School and Moody Bible Institute in Chicago , IL . She married Donald E. Peterson at Dalton Baptist Church on September 28, 1946.  Edythe enjoyed cooking and baking for her family and tending her vegetable and flower gardens.  She was active in teaching Sunday School classes at both Fruitland and Whitehall Covenant Churches as well as Dalton Baptist Church . She also participated in the ministry of Child Evangelism Fellowship of Muskegon County. Edythe was preceded in death by her parents, husband, and brothers, Raymond, Robert and Russell Halgren.

She is survived by her sister Doris (Russ) Johnson of Mason, MI, brother Roger (Bev) Halgren of Whitehall, MI, and children, Darlene (Arne) Anderson of Duluth, MN, David (Becky) Peterson of Churubusco, IN, Jim (Laurie) Peterson of Whitehall, MI, Jean (Dave) Streeting of Muskegon, MI, John (Wendy) Peterson of Montague, MI, Ron Peterson of Twin Lake, MI, and Don (Kristen) Peterson of Montague, MI., 18 grandchildren and 22 great-grandchildren.

VISITING HOURS:  6 to 8 pm on Friday, January 15 at Clock Funeral Home, Whitehall.

SERVICE: Saturday, January 16, 2010, at 1 PM, at Fruitland Covenant Church, 4283 N. Weber Rd., Whitehall, with the Rev. Brian D. Kyle officiating.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Child Evangelism Fellowship of Muskegon County, 1274 Shettler Road , Muskegon 49444.

Mr. Tad Peterson, age 63, died August 26, 2010. He was born September 23, 1946, in Shelby, to George and Dorothy (Grover) Peterson. He attended Western Michigan University and earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of New Mexico. He had taught school, primarily Spanish, in the Chicago area for a number of years. A member of St. James Lutheran Church in Montague, he proudly served in the US Marine Corps during the Vietnam Conflict, and was a member of Disabled American Veterans. Mr. Peterson was preceded in death by his father and a brother, Rodney Peterson.

FAMILY: His mother, Dorothy Klaus of Montague; 1 sister, Bonnie (John) Engstrom of Dexter; 2 brothers, Randall (Bonnie) Peterson of Green Bay, WI, and Scott (Carrie) Aitken of Copemish; 1 niece and 5 nephews.

MEMORIAL SERVICE: Monday, August 30, 2010, at 2:00 PM, at St. James Lutheran Church, 8945 Stebbins St., Montague, with the Rev. John W. Brooks officiating. Interment in Oakgrove Cemetery-Montague.

DONATIONS: Memorial Fund of St. James Lutheran Church, 8945 Stebbins St., Montague 49437.
 

Mr. Robert L. Peterson of Montague 

Robert L. Peterson, age 88, died September 29, 2010. He was born November 22, 1921, in Muskegon, to Arthur and Laura (Zarn) Peterson. On October 27, 1953, in Muskegon, he was married to the former Dorothy Jeffery, who preceded him in death in 2008. Mr. Peterson proudly served in the US Navy, Seabees, attaining the rank of BM2, during World War II, seeing action in Europe and in the Pacific. He served in Iceland, survived buzz bombing in England, took part in the Normandy invasion via a LST and helped ferry German POWs back to the US on the USS West Point. He then transferred to the Pacific, making his way to the Carolina Islands, the Phillipines and Okinawa. Medals and ribbons earned included US Forces in England, French Jubilee in WWII, Pacific-American Campaign, European Campaign with Bronze Star, Asiatic-Pacific Campaign with Bronze Star, Phillipine Independence, Pacific Victory 1945, Combat Action Ribbon and Ruptured Duck.

Mr. Peterson operated Pete's Shell Station in Muskegon and Whitehall for 20 years, operated Gamble's stores in Kingsley, drove school bus for Whitehall and Montague schools and had been a groundskeeper at White Lake Golf Club. He was a Life member of White Lake VFW Post #3256 and a member of Algot Johnson VFW Post #69.

He was preceded in death by a son, Tony, and 2 sisters, Evelyn and Lois.

FAMILY: 1 son, Robert (Sheila) Peterson; 3 daughters, Gailenne Pickel of NC, Sheila Stewart of TX and Patricia (Ron) Olsen of North Muskegon; a step-daughter, Valerie Victor of AZ; 7 grandchildren; 8 great-grandchildren; a sister, Ruth Bennetts of Muskegon.

MEMORIAL SERVICE: Saturday, October 9, 2010, at 1:00 PM, at Shiloh Tabernacle, 460 E.  Tyler Rd., North Muskegon, with the Rev. Verne D. Wright officiating. A Military Salute will be conducted at the church by White Lake VFW Post #3256.

DONATIONS: Food Pantry of Shiloh Tabernacle, 460 E. Tyler Rd., North Muskegon 49445.
 

Mr. Thomas J. Pfeiffer of Twin Lake 

Mr. Pfeiffer, age 75, passed away December 25, 2010. He was born June 19, 1935, in Cedar Creek Township, to Paul and Jessie (Mason) Pfeiffer. He married the former Mona Burkett, who preceded him in death in 2006. Mr. Pfeiffer worked for Bennett Pump for 42 years, retiring in 1997. He was preceded in death by 2 sisters and three brothers.

FAMILY: 1 daughter, Julie (Ernest) St. John of Montague; 4 sons, Thomas Jr. (Karen) Pfeiffer of TX, David (Teresa) Pfeiffer of Twin Lake, Joseph Pfeiffer of Twin Lake and Mark Pfeiffer of Holton; 7 grandchildren; 1 sister, Anna (Robert) Nelson of FL; 1 brother, Einar (Carolyn) Ness of North Muskegon; a very special friend and companion, Marian Hanke.

SERVICE: Thursday, December 30, 2010, at 3 PM, at Clock Chapel - Whitehall, with the Rev. Fr. Anthony M. Pelak officiating.

VISITING HOURS: Thursday, 2 PM until service time, at Clock Funeral Home, 413 S. Mears Ave., Whitehall.

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

Mrs.Beth E. Pflaum of Muskegon 

Beth E. Pflaum, age 83, died August 9, 2010. Born November 16, 1926, in Northfield, Minnesota, to Jacob and Anna (Thompson) Dale. She was married to Dr. Bryron C. Pflaum D.O. , who preceded her in death. She had lived in the area for many years. She was a Past President of The Women's American Osteopathic Association of Michigan Auxiliary. Mrs. Pflaum enjoyed playing bridge, was an avid reader and with a love a travel, especially enjoyed her trips to Las Vegas.  Mrs. Pflaum was preceded in death by a son, Dr. Bradford Pflaum D. O., a grandson, Nicholas Pflaum, and 4 brothers and 1 sister.

She was a loving wife, mother and grandmother and her family includes her children, Dr. Byron C. II "Buzz" (Sue) Pflaum D. O. of Franklin, MI, Borghild (Dennis) Dilley of Kentwood and Barbara Pflaum of Muskegon; grandchildren, Adrienna (Steve) Martin, Jason (Helen) Pflaum, Elizabeth Dilley, Bri Dilley, Taylor Dilley, Christopher VanderVen, Anna VanderVen, Sydney Pflaum, Ashley Pflaum and Hailey Pflaum; great-grandchildren, Kaitlin Martin, Carter Martin and Cooper Martin. The Pflaum family would like to sincerely thank and extend their appreciation to the staff and caregivers at Seminole Shores Assisted Living Center in Norton Shores for their care and assistance over Beth's three years living there, as well as a special thank you to Dr. Nancy Brenneman for her valued care for their mother over the years.

SERVICE: Private services have been held.

DONATIONS: Harbor Hospice, 1050 W. Western Ave., Suite 400, Muskegon 49441 or American Heart/American Stroke Association, Greater Midwest Affiliate, Memorials and Tributes Lockbox, 3816 Paysphere Circle, Chicago, IL 60674
 

Mr. Peter E. Picard of Muskegon

Peter E. Picard, age 52, died May 19, 2010. He was born June 4, 1957, in Shelby, to Robert J. and Bertha M. (Puffer) Picard. Mr. Picard was a proud member of the Ottawa Indian nation, had worked as a roofer for a number of years and had been attending St. Michael's Catholic Church. He was preceded in death by his father, Robert, and a brother, Kenneth Sharlow.

FAMILY: 2 sons, Peter Picard of AR and Matthew Picard of Muskegon; 3 daughters, Jodi (Michael) Picard-Ramey and Tara Picard, both of Muskegon, and Jennifer Picard of Manistee; 9 grandchildren; his mother, Bertie Picard of Norton Shores; his grandmother, Geraldine Burford of Whitehall; 1 sister, Anna (Asa) Bays of Montague; 3 brothers, Mark (Sandy) Picard of Muskegon and Robert (Lisa) Sharlow of Whitehall and Mitchell Sharlow of WI; many nieces & nephews.

NATIVE AMERICAN RITES: Sunday, May 23, 2010, at 3:00 PM, at Clock Chapel-Whitehall, with Deb Gutowski, Native American Spiritual Leader and Ceremonial Pipe Bearer  officiating.

VISITING HOURS: Sunday, 2-3 PM, at Clock Funeral Home, 413 S. Mears Ave., Whitehall.

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

Mr. Laverne L. "Vern" Pierce of Twin Lake 

LaVerne L. "Vern" Pierce, age 57, died December 1, 2010, at his home. He was born September 26, 1953, in Muskegon, to Willie and Vivian (Sheneman) Pierce. On March 24, 1970, he married the former Betty Jo Scott. Proudly serving in the US Army during the Vietnam Conflict, Mr. Pierce was a self-employed contractor for many years until retiring. He loved the outdoors and had been an avid hunter and fisherman. Vern was preceded in death by a brother, Gary Pierce, and 2 sisters, Theresa Black, and Jacqueline Pierce.

FAMILY: His wife, Betty; 1 son, Mitchell Pierce; 1 daughter, Michele (Adam) Sanders; 3 grandchildren, Derrick Eklund, Lucus Eklund and Austin Holy; 1 great-grandson, Blaine Palmar; siblings, Shirley Orcutt of TX, William Pierce of Muskegon, Ardis Easton of AZ, David (Ruth) Leedy of Muskegon, Sandra Montonati of Muskegon, Pat Walker of Whitehall, Milo "Mike" (Georgia) Pierce of New Era, Laura Reardon of CA and Dennis (Kimberly) Pierce of SC; many nieces & newphews.

SERVICE: Tuesday, December 7, 2010, at 11:00 AM, at Clock Chapel-Whitehall, with the Rev. Jonathan D. Rager officiating. Interment will be made in Bridgeton Township Cemetery.

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

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

Mrs. Vida Labelle Pothoff (widow of Gerrit) of Newaygo 

Vida LaBelle Pothoff, age 96, died July 27, 2011. She was born December 8, 1914, in Camden, Michigan, to Ira and Nellie (Metzger) Huggett. On October 9, 1942, in Lansing, she married Gerrit Pothoff, who preceded her in death in 2004. A homemaker all her life, Mrs. Pothoff was a Charter member of Fruitland Evangelical Church. She was preceded in death by 3 sisters and 1 brother.

FAMILY: 1 daughter, Kay (Ray) Beaty of Clermont, FL; 1 son, Roger (Ginger) Pothoff of Muskegon; 5 granddaughters; 11 great-grandchildren; 1 brother, Richard (Vi) Huggett; 2 sister-in-laws, Marie Pothoff and Janet Pothoff.

SERVICE: Monday, August 1, 2011, at 11 AM, at Fruitland Evangelical Church, 4283 N. Weber Rd., Whitehall, with the Rev. Brian L. Kyle officiating. Interment will be made in Fruitland Township Cemetery.

VISITING HOURS: Monday, 10 AM until service time, at the church.

DONATIONS: Memorial Fund of Fruitland Evangelical Covenant Church, 4283 N. Weber Rd., Whitehall 49461 or Harbor Hospice, 1050 W. Western Ave., Suite 400, Muskegon 49441.
 

Mrs. Jean L. Potter of Whitehall (widow of Robert) 

Mrs. Potter age 81, died Wednesday, June 24, 2009, at home, surrounded by her family. She was born March 29, 1928, in Muskegon, to Albert and Clara (Wolffis) Vriesman. On November 29, 1957, she married Robert W. Potter. A homemaker all her life, Jean and husband, Robert, owned and operated the Bonne Vista Resort on White Lake and Potter's Putter Miniature Golf course, until his passing in 1998. Jean continued to live at Bonne Vista where she enjoyed crocheting and spending time with her family. Mrs. Potter had been a member of VFW Post #8846 Auxiliary and later was a member of the Algot Johnson American Legion Post #69 Auxiliary. She was preceded in death by two sons, Rolland Van Hemert, and Alvin Van Hemert, a grandson, Rolland Van Hemert Jr., and a brother, Gordon Vriesman.

FAMILY: Step-daughter, Joy (Wayne) Fisher of Dickenson, ND, daughter, Mary Lou (Marvin) Pike of Muskegon, step-son, Wayne (Leonore) Potter of Bemidji, MN, daughter, Linda Seastrom of Whitehall and son, Robert (Jane) Potter of Grand Rapids; 13 grandchildren; 7 step-grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; 1 great-great-grandchild; a daughter-in-law, Jennie Van Hemert; siblings, Grace (Otto) Hopma of Muskegon, Dick (Nell) Vriesman of Lynden, WA, and Robert (Haila) Vriesman of Grand Rapids.

VISITING HOURS: Friday, June 26, 2009, from 6-8 PM, at Clock Funeral Home in Whitehall, 413 S. Mears Ave..

MEMORIAL SERVICE: Monday, July 6, 2009, at 11:00 AM, at Whitehall United Methodist Church, 117 S. Division St., Whitehall, with the Rev. Gayle S. Berntsen officiating.

DONATIONS: Harbor Hospice, 1050 W. Western Ave., Suite 400, Muskegon 49441 or Memorial Fund of Whitehall United Methodist Church, 117 S. Division St., Whitehall 49461.
 

Mrs. Violet J. "Vi" Pratt of Whitehall 

Vi Pratt, age 67, died Monday, April 18, 2011. She was born March 26, 1944, in Shelby, to Harold W. and Lena C. M. (Baade) Brown. On July 22, 1967, in Whitehall, she married Howard Pratt. Vi was a communicant member of Faith Lutheran Church in Whitehall and had been a homemaker all her life. She was preceded in death by her parents and a brother, William Brown.

FAMILY: Her husband, Howard; her children, Aaron Pratt of OH, Janet Jahnke of Montague and Daniel (Rebecca) Pratt of Muskegon; a step-daughter, Carol (Larry) Ditkof of Grand Rapids; 2 grandchildren, Mallory Pratt and Jaden Jahnke; her siblings, Arwin (Betty) Brown of Montague, Lillian (Robert) Kirk of New Era, Marilyn Brown of Whitehall, Fran Brown of Whitehall and Carol (Jerry) Tate of FL; aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews.

MEMORIAL SERVICE: Monday, April 25, 2011, at 3:00 PM, at Faith Lutheran Church, 707 E. Alice St., Whitehall, with the Rev. Blaine Jorg officiating.

VISITING HOURS: Monday, 2:00 PM until service time, at Faith Lutheran Church.

DONATIONS: Pratt Family Expense Fund, c/o Clock Funeral Home of White Lake, Box 128, Whitehall 49461 or American Diabetes Association, Grand Rapids Office, 3940 Broadmoor Ave. SE, Suite 100, Grand Rapids 49512.
 

Mrs. Violet M. Promer of Montague 

Violet M. Promer, age 93, died August 4, 2011. She was born February 18, 1918, in Williamston, to Archie and Blanche (Smith) Leach and had been a longtime Lansing resident. On June 23, 1934, in Lansing, she married Raymond Promer. She had been a homemaker all her life. She was preceded in death by 2 grandsons, Jeffrey and James, and 3 sisters.

FAMILY: Her husband, Raymond, a daughter, Linda Promer Middleton of Battle Ground, WA; 2 sons, Roger (Jeri) Promer of Lansing and Lawrence (Priscilla) Promer of Montague; 9 grandchildren; 9 great-grandchildren; 4 great-great-grandchildren; 1 brother, Russell Leach.

Mr. Roy A. Price of Rothbury

Roy A. Price, age 79, died January 3, 2012. He was the son of Zada and Pauline (Gonyon) Price and had retired from DuPont de Niemors, Inc. On November 10, 1956, he married the former Delores Trumbell. Mr. Price was a member of Shiloh Tabernacle and was preceded in death by his parents, a sister and a brother.

FAMILY: His wife, Delores; 5 children, Allen Price, Kathy Johnson, Suzanne Price, David Price and Shelly Tjapkes; 12 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; 3 foster grand-children; 2 sisters, Elaine Larson of Frankfort and Thelma Stuart of Portland, OR.

MEMORIAL SERVICE: Saturday, January 7, 2012, at 11:00 AM, at Shiloh Tabernacle, 460 E. Tyler Rd., North Muskegon.

VISITING TIME: Saturday, 10 AM until service time at the church in North Muskegon.

DONATIONS: Shiloh Tabernacle Food Pantry, 460 E. Tyler Rd., North Muskegon, 49445 or Oceana Co. Jail Ministry, Box 807, Hart 49420.
 

Mr. Dick G  Prosch of Montague 

Mr. Dick Prosch, age 88, died October 10, 2009. Born in Logansport, Indiana, to George and Margaret (Gangloff) Prosch, he grew up in Berwyn, a Chicago suburb and married his childhood sweetheart, Charlaine. They married on December 29, 1945, after Dick returned as a Navy Lieutenant from World War II, having served in both the Pacific and Atlantic theaters, including D-Day.

Dick owned several pharmacies in the Chicago suburbs for 28 years, then founded and operated Prosch Medical Supply in Muskegon, Michigan, for another 10 years.

Dick will be best remembered for his service to the community, including Commodore of White Lake Yacht Club, Kiwanis and a variety of business area beautification projects in Chicago and Montague.

Dick and wife, Sharky (who died in 2007), were active and enthusiastic members of Montague United Methodist Church. At one of his last church services before his death, he introduced his two week old great-grandson, Gabriel, to the congregation.

FAMILY: 3 sons, Timothy (Pam) of Chicago, S. Douglas (Sue) of St. Louis and Thomas (Chris) of Annandale, Virginia; 6 grandchildren, Dakota Prosch (Fernando Regueiro) of Chicago, Elizabeth Prosch of St. Louis, Troy Stanger of Champaign, IL, Scott and Graham Prosch of Annandale, VA, and Allison Prosch of Chicago.

MEMORIAL SERVICE: Saturday, November 7, 2009, at 1:00 PM, at Montague United Methodist Church, 8555 Cook St., Montague, with the Reverend Randall Hansen and Mr. James K. Tanis officiating.

RECEPTION: Saturday, at the Prosch Residence, 6811 Sunset Lane, Montague, immediately following the service.

DONATIONS: Harbor Hospice, 1050 W. Western Ave., Suite 400, Muskegon, MI 49441 or National Multiple Sclerosis Society, Michigan Chapter, Inc., 21311 Civic Center Dr., Southfield, MI 48076-3911.
 

Mr. David M. H. Rager of Whitehall 

David Melvin Harry Rager, age 81, met the goal of his faith, and went home to be with his Savior, on July 1, 2011. He was born June 24, 1930, in White River Township, to Frank J. and Ruth A. (Nelson) Rager. A graduate of Montague High School, he proudly served his country in the US Army during the Korean Conflict. On October 15, 1951, in Montague, he married the former Patsy Ann LaFevre. Working for 26 years as a machine operator at Howmet Corp., he retired in 1994. A Charter member of White Lake Baptist Church, Mr. Rager had attended Shelby Road Baptist Church, and currently was a member of Cloverville Baptist Church. He also was a member of Algot Johnson American Legion Post #69. He was preceded in death by 2 sisters, Elaine Rager and Irene Wenzloff, and 3 brothers, Clark Rager, Irvin Rager and Kenneth Rager.

FAMILY: His wife, Patsy; 1 son, Rev. Jonathan D. (Trish) Rager of Grant; 3 grandchildren, Rev. Joshua N. (Leillani) Rager of Muskegon, Rebecca (David) Furst of IN, and Bethany (Corey) McGlinchey of Auburn Hills; great-grandchildren, Matthew, Julia & Tabitha Rager, Josiah, Abby & Micah Furst and Ezekiel McGlinchey.

SERVICE: Wednesday, July 6, 2011, at 11:00 AM, at White Lake Baptist Church, 5280 Dowling St., Montague, with the Rev. Robert D. McNeil and the Rev. Jonathan D. Rager 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 of Whitehall.

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

DONATIONS: Memorial Fund of Cloverville Baptist Church, 4345 Heights-Ravenna Rd., Fruitport 49415.
 

Mrs. Florence E. Ramthun Of Montague 

Mrs. Ramthun, age 86, died Friday, June 5, 2009. She was born October 21, 1922, in Montague, to Fred and Anna (Fehrenbach) Kroll. On May 15, 1945, she married Ralph C. Ramthun, in Montague. During World War II, she worked at Montague Post Office, then becoming a farm wife and helpmate to her husband on their dairy farm.

Mrs. Ramthun was a member of St. James Lutheran Church, where she was active in Sunday School, Altar Guild and the LWML. She loved to garden - flowers and stones were her passion - with sewing and crocheting her hobbies, along with raising her 5 children and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a brother, Robert Kroll and a sister, Elaine Jacobs.

FAMILY: Her husband, Ralph; 1 son, David (Tina) Ramthun; 4 daughters, Patricia (Wayne) Lohman, Susan (Don) Jancek, Jane (Jerry) Arends and Eileen (Paul) Schroeder; 15 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren; 2 sisters, Laura Jacobs and Mildred Hildman; a sister-in-law, Margaret Kroll; brother & sister-in-law, Marvin & Virginia Ramthun.

SERVICE: Sunday, June 7, 2009, at 4 PM, at St. James Lutheran Church in Montague, with the Rev. John W. Brooks officiating.

VISITING HOURS: Sunday, 3-4 PM, at the church.

DONATIONS: Memorial Fund of St. James Lutheran Church, 8945 Stebbins St., Montague 49437 or Alzheimer's Association,  549 Seminole Rd., Suite 102, Muskegon 49444.
 

Shawn Ramthun of Montague 

Shawn Ramthun, age 48, died December 25, 2010. She was born November 14, 1962, in Chicago, to David and Margaret (Johnston) Torrey. On August 3, 2000, she married Terry Ramthun, in Sturgis, SD. A self-employed home healthcare provider, Shawn was a member of HOG (Harley Owners Group). She was preceded in death by her parents, one sister and one brother.

FAMILY: Her husband, Terry; a daughter, Alicia Ramthun of Montague; a son, Hal Forbes Jr. of Plainwell; 2 grandchildren; in-laws, Ken & Pat Ramthun of Montague; 2 brothers; 3 sisters; nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, & cousins.

CELEBRATION OF LIFE: Sunday, January 16, 2011, from 2-5 PM, at White Lake Eagles Aerie #3214, 1204 S. Lake St., Whitehall.

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

Mr. R. Thomas Reese of Montague

Mr. R. Thomas "Tom" Reese, age 63, died August 23, 2010. He was born April 20, 1947, in Niagara Falls, NY, to Richard and Mary (Kiser) Reese.

He moved to the White Lake area in 1954 with his parents when his dad was transferred to the Hooker Chemical Co. plant in Montague. He attended Montague Schools and went on to graduate from Michigan Tech University with a Bachelor degree in Engineering. Upon college graduation he began his career as a facilities engineer at Howmet Corp. in Whitehall until retiring in 2008 as Facility Engineering Manager. During his career, he got his license as a Professional Engineer.

On September 22, 2001, he married the former Barbara Jenkins VanEe. Serving on the Whitehall TIFA Board and the Whitehall LFDA Board, he also was a member of the American Professional Engineering Association. Tom loved fishing, boating, duck hunting with his friends, downhill skiing and golfing. He is greatly loved and will be greatly missed. He was preceded in death by his parents and an uncle, Hank Kiser. 

FAMILY: His wife, Barb; 1 daughter, Wendy (Bobby) DeCair; father-in-law, Carl Jenkins; sister-in-laws, Carla (Mike) Windover, Janet Schenck, Marilyn (Gil) Springman and Lorna (Pete) Bonjernoor; brother-in-laws, Garth (Debra) Jenkins, Richard Jenkins, Gordon (Sue) Jenkins and Bill (Kim) Jenkins; cousins, Marjorie Gray, Barbara Stanard, Robert Reese, Willard Evans and James Reese.

SERVICE: Saturday, August 28, 2010, at 11 AM, at Montague United Methodist Church, 8555 Cook St., Montague, with the Rev. Randall R. Hansen and Mr. James K. Tanis officiating. Interment will be made in Oakgrove Cemetery-Montague.

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

DONATIONS: Memorial Fund of Montague United Methodist Church, 8555 Cook St., Montague 49437 or American Red Cross, Muskegon-Oceana Chapter,  313 W. Webster Ave., Muskegon 49440.
 

Mrs. Geraldine V. Reilly of Lakewood Club 

Mrs. Reilly, age 87, died November 16, 2009. She was born October 31, 1922, in Muskegon, to Aton and Mildred (Fors) Josephson. On November 9, 1940, she married Harold Reilly, who preceded her in death in 1978, and had been a homemaker all her life. She was also preceded in death by a daughter, Barbara Reilly-Nichols, and 3 brothers & 3 sisters.

FAMILY:  Her children, Ronald (Judi) Reilly of IN, Patricia Hawkins of Hesperia, Mary Sheparski of Holton, Marva Pike of Whitehall, Debra (Daniel) Chingman of North Muskegon, Elaine Reilly of New Era, Jeryl Reilly of Whitehall and John Reilly of Lakewood Club; 20 grandchildren; 42 great-grandchildren; 6 great-great-grandchildren; 1 brother, Charles (Amy) Josephson.

MEMORIAL GATHERING: Friday, November 20, 2009, from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM, at Clock Chapel-Whitehall.

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

Mr. Ralph B. Ridderman of Whitehall 

Mr. Ralph Ridderman, age 72, died Friday, October 23, 2009. He was born March 29, 1937, in Detroit, to John and Anna (Meyers) Ridderman. He was married to the former Mary L. Bonter and had worked in maintenance at Sappi Fine Paper Co. until retiring in 1998. Mr. Ridderman served in the US Air Force. He was preceded in death by a sister, Arlene.

FAMILY: His wife, Mary; 3 daughters, Darcy (Andrew) Olsen of Whitehall, Debra Cahill of NY and Dawn (Dennis) Clark of WY; 2 grandsons, Skylar Dixon and Zachary Dixon; 1 brother, Jack (Gena) Ridderman of Plainwell.

MEMORIAL GATHERING: Saturday, October 31, 2009, from 1-5 PM, at Clock Funeral Home, 413 S. Mears Ave., Whitehall.

DONATIONS:  Lakeshore Lung Program, c/o Muskegon Community Health Project, 565 W. Western Ave., Muskegon 49440 or MHP Visiting Nurses & Hospice, 888 Terrace St., Muskegon 49440-1221.
 

Mr. Ronald D. "Ron" Robbins of Montague 

Ron Robbins, age 73, died at home, surrounded by his loving family, October 17, 2010. He was born May 22, 1937, in Munising, to Kline and Jeanette (Morin) Robbins. On September 19, 1987, in Montague, he married the former Sandra Lanning. Ron worked at Old Century Forge for many years until retiring. He was preceded in death by a grandson, Joshua Thies, and a brother, Art Robbins.

FAMILY: His wife, Sandy; 2 sons, Richard (Kathy) Robbins of Detroit and Rodney Robbins of Montague; 3 daughters, Michelle (Craig) Thies of Montague, Michelle Molhoek of Twin Lake and Denise Rumsey of Montague; 13 grandchildren, Chad & Sean Robbins, Ashley & Riley Robbins, Mariah, Adam & Arriana Thies, Jessica (Bryan) VanDyken, Jared Molhoek, Megan, Nicole,  Claudia & David Rumsey; 6 sisters, Carol Robbins of Muskegon, Loretta Miller (Leroy Meinders) of Rothbury, Donna (Roger) Berg of Montague, Linda (John) Dyer of Montague, Sandra (William) Drent of Sparta and Edith (William) Fekken of Rothbury.

SERVICE: Thursday, October 21, 2010, at 11:00 AM, at Lebanon Lutheran Church, 1101 S. Mears Ave., Whitehall, with the Rev. Douglas M. Ogden officiating. Interment will be made in Oakgrove Cemetery, Montague.

VISITING HOURS: Wednesday, 4-8 PM, at Clock Funeral Home, 413 S. Mears Ave, Whitehall.

DONATIONS: American Diabetes Association, Grand Rapids office, 3940 Broadmoor Ave. SE, Grand Rapids 49512 or National Kidney Foundation of MI, 1169 Oak Valley Dr. Ann Arbor 48108.
 

Dolores Evelyn (Zajicek) Roberts, age 92, passed away Sunday, December 13, 2009. She was born March 3, 1917, in Chicago, to Frank and Katherine (Sidlo) Roberts. Dolores moved to Muskegon as a child and graduated from Muskegon High School. She worked for General Telephone Co. as a bookkeeper for 26 years until retiring. She moved to Whitehall in 1978. Dolores loved animals and was a founding member of the Muskegon County Humane Society, of which she was very proud. She was a devoted Catholic and member of St. James Catholic Church in Montague. She was preceded in death by her parents, a sister, Helen Miller, and a brother, Robert Roberts.

FUNERAL LITURGY: Wednesday, December 16, 2009, at 1:00 PM, at St. James Catholic Church, 5179 Dowling St., Montague, with Rev. Fr. Donn P. Tufts presiding.

VISITING HOURS:  Wednesday, 11:00 AM until service time, at St. James Catholic Church, in Montague.

DONATIONS: Humane Society-Animal Rescue, Box 93, Muskegon, 49443; Pet's Best Friends, Box 66, Montague 49437 or NOAH Project, 5205 Airline Rd., Muskegon 49444.
 

Mr. Thomas L. Robinson Sr. of Whitehall 

Thomas L. Robinson, Sr., age 66, died September 7, 2009. He was born November 18, 1942, in Hart, to James and Bessie (Robinson) Thatcher. On August 27, 1999, he married the former Luanne Thorndill in Muskegon. Mr. Robinson had worked for White Lake Landco for 15 years and was also a self-employed auto mechanic. He was preceded in death by 2 daughters, Sally Robinson and Rhonda Morgan, a grandson, Dustin Robinson, 2 sisters, Edith and Brenda, and a brother, Allan.

FAMILY: His wife, Luanne; 12 children, Edith Robinson, Elita Robinson, Kaillou Robinson, Kamron Robinson, T.J. Robinson, Tommy Robinson Jr., all of Whitehall, Todd Robinson, Tessie Tovar of MO, Randy Russell of North Muskegon, and Elaine Rolfe, Electra Rolfe and Paul Jackson, all of Grand Rapids; 6 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; a brother, Walley; 2 sisters, Jo-Jo and Janice; a daughter-in-law, Janet Robinson of Whitehall; good friends, Tom Currier, Bill Tiggelman and Kevin Lentz; many nieces, nephews, cousins and extended family, all of whom he loved dearly.

SERVICE: Sunday, September 13, 2009, at 3 PM, at Clock Chapel-Whitehall, with Deb Gutowski as Service Leader and Ceremonial Pipe Bearer and Robert Sharlow as Ceremonial Chant & Drum Leader. Interment will be made in Elbridge Cemetery in Hart.

VISITING HOURS: Sunday, 1-3 PM, at Clock Funeral Home, 413 S. Mears Ave., Whitehall.

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

Mr. Donald E. Roesler of Montague
 
Donald E. Roesler answered the final alarm and went peacefully to Heaven, on Saturday, September 24, 2011. Don was born September 17, 1931 to Henry and Gladys (Nelson) Roesler in Chicago, Illinois. He graduated from Montague High School in 1949 and joined the United States Navy where he served for 4 years.  He married Valerie Schmiege August 28, 1954 and together raised 5 children. Val preceded him in death in 2008. Don was a mechanic by trade and had a family owned service station in downtown Montague for many years.  Later he worked for Hunts Sales and Service and Boyd Earls Lakeshore.  Don was a member of the Montague Fire Department for 52 years.  He served the fire department in many capacities over the years including Assistant Fire Chief. He also was a Life member of White Lake Lodge #198. F & AM. Don will be remembered for his love of community, his kind and unselfish heart and his love of the Montague Wildcat football team.

FAMILY: Don is survived by his children Pam (John) Degen, Dan (Lisa) Roesler, Don (Cim) Roesler, Dennis (Vanessa) Roesler and Darric (Dawn) Roesler, all of Montague;  18 grandchildren; 18 great grandchildren; his brothers Henry (Velma) Roesler and Wayne (Sue) Roesler.

VISITING TIME: A visitation will be held at the Montague Fire Department Fire Station, 5085 Wilcox St., Montague, Monday September 26, at 6 - 8 pm. At 8 PM, a Masonic Memorial Service will be conducted, followed by a Military Salute, conducted by White Lake VFW Post #3256, at the Fire Station in Montague.

MEMORIAL SERVICE: The Memorial Service will be held on Tuesday, September 27, 2011, at 5 PM, at St. Peter's By-the-Lake Episcopal Church, 8435 Old Channel Trail, Montague, with the Rev. Fr. Everett H. Klein officiating. A Fire Fighter's Salute will be conducted, at the church, by the Montague Fire Department.

DONATIONS: Montague Fire Department, 5085 Wilcox St., Montague, 49437 or Montague Athletic Boosters, c/o Montague Public Schools, 4882 Stanton Blvd., Montague 49437.
 

Mr. Henry E. Roesler Jr.

Henry E. Roesler Jr., age 84, Mayor of the City of Montague, died November 1, 2011. He was born January 31, 1927, in Chicago, to Henry E. Sr. and Gladys (Nelson) Roesler. A graduate of the University of Chicago, he also graduated from Worsham College of Mortuary Science and was a licensed funeral director. On May 15, 1954, he married the former Velma J. Walgren in Whitehall. He proudly served his country in the US Army during World War II, and was a member of White Lake VFW Post #3256 and Algot Johnson American Legion Post #69. Dedicated to people and public service, Mr. Roesler was currently Mayor of the City of Montague, where he also had served as a police officer and was a former Police Chief. A communicant member of Lebanon Lutheran Church, he was a member of the MI Association of Police Chiefs, was a charter member and Past-President of the Montague Museum Board, was a former Scoutmaster for the Boy Scouts of America, where he also was an Eagle Scout Mentor. Mr. Roesler was a member of White Lake Lodge #198 F & AM and White Lake OES Chapter #201. Mr. Roesler was preceded in death by a brother, Donald Roesler.

FAMILY: His wife, Velma; 2 daughters, Linda Everitt Squires and Cindy (Jim) Frale; 5 sons, David (Nanci) Roesler, Doug (Kristen) Roesler, Dean (Anne) Roesler, Dwight (Michelle) Roesler and Darrin (Leanne) Roesler; 14 grandchildren, Brittney, Matt, Amanda, Brianne, Molly, Dustin, Bethany, Angela, Dylan, Devin, Christopher, Nathan, Cole, and Conner; 1 brother, Wayne (Sue) Roesler.

SERVICE: Saturday, November 5, 2011, at 11:00 AM, at Lebanon Lutheran Church, 1101 S. Mears Ave., Whitehall, with the Rev. Douglas M. Ogden officiating. Interment will be made in Oakgrove Cemetery, Montague. A MASONIC MEMORIAL SERVICE will be conducted Friday, at 8:00 PM, at Lebanon Lutheran Church, by White Lake Lodge #198 F & AM. A MILITARY SALUTE will be conducted, at the cemetery in Montague, by VFW Post #3256.

VISITING TIME: Thursday, 6-8 PM, and Friday, 2-4 & 6-8 PM, at Lebanon Lutheran Church in Whitehall.

DONATIONS: Roesler Memorial Scholarship Fund, Box 257, Montague, MI 49437.
 

Mr. Regis F. Roth of Whitehall 

Mr. Roth, age 74, died September 3, 2009. He was born on June 1, 1935, in Canonsburg, PA, to Frank and Elizabeth (Carter) Roth. On March 30, 1957, he married the former Elizabeth "Betty" McConnell, in Pittsburgh, PA, and had lived in the White Lake area the past 42 years. He retired in 1992 as General Manager of the Titanium Ingot Plant at Howmet Corp., after 25 years of service. Mr. Roth was a member of White Lake Eagles Aerie #3214 and had proudly served in the US Army. He was preceded in death by a son, Rege Jr., in 1957.

FAMILY: His wife, Betty; 1 daughter, Patricia Kelly of Whitehall; 5 sons, Richard (Susan) Roth of PA, Donald Roth of Montague, James (Angie) Roth of IN, Timothy Roth of Whitehall and Daniel (Tarise) Roth of Montague; 22 grandchildren; 1 great-granddaughter; 2 brothers, James (Elva Mae) Roth of PA and Robert (Dorothy) Roth of MN.

SERVICE: Sunday, September 6, 2009, at 4:00 PM, at Clock Chapel-Whitehall, with the Rev. Fr. Donn P. Tufts officiating. A Military Salute will be conducted by the Muskegon County Veteran Council on Sunday, at the time of the service, at the funeral home in Whitehall.

VISITING HOURS: Sunday, 2-4 PM, at Clock Funeral Home in Whitehall.

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

Mr. Peter C. Rolewicz of Montague, MI (former resident of Tinley Park, IL) 

Mr. Rolewicz, age 72, died Sunday, September 6, 2009, at his home in Montague, MI. He was born on August 14, 1937, in Chicago, to Harry J. and Lucille (Slomka) Rolewicz, and was a long-time resident of Tinley Park, IL, and Montague, MI. After overcoming polio as a child, Peter attended Brown University, graduating with a Bachelor Degree in Economics. He received his Juris Doctor degree from Chicago Kent College of Law. He married his wife, the former Janet West, in 1965, and started a family in 1967. While practicing law independently and was the CEO and on the Board of Directors of Royal Savings Bank, Peter's family grew through the addition of biological and adopted children, as well as being a foster parent to many babies. He retired and moved back to the family home in the White Lake area.  Mr. Rolewicz was a member of St. James Catholic Church of Montague, a member of the American Bar Association, a member of the South Chicago Bar Association and had served on the Kirby District #140 School Board. He was preceded in death by a son, Timothy Rolewicz, a grandson, Ethan Rolewicz, a sister, Anita George, and a brother, Harry Joseph Rolewicz II.

He is SURVIVED by his wife of 44 years, Janet (West) Rolewicz; his children, Peter C. Jr. (Elizabeth) Rolewicz, Jennifer (Nick) Iannucilli, Andrew (Kerry) Rolewicz, Lori (Mark) Newell, Jonathan (Carey) Rolewicz, David (Jeannine) Rolewicz, Harry III (Kirsten) Rolewicz, Thaddeus John Rolewicz and Casey Rolewicz; 14 grandchildren; 3 brothers, Paul (Joan) Rolewicz, Dr. Thomas (Patricia) Rolewicz and Rev. Richard Rolewicz.

FUNERAL LITURGY: Wednesday, September 9, 2009, at 3:00 PM, at St. James Catholic Church, 5179 Dowling St., Montague, MI, with the Rev. Fr. Donn P. Tufts presiding. Interment will be made in Mt. Calvary Cemetery-Montague.

VISITING HOURS: Wednesday, 1-3 PM, at St. James Catholic Church in Montague.

DONATIONS: MI Parkinson Foundation, 30400 Telegraph Rd., Suite 150, Bingham Farms, MI 48025-5819 or Heartland Hospice, 3230 Eagle Park Dr. NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49425.
 

Mrs. Donna M. Roltsch of  Montague 

Donna M. Roltsch, age 88, died October 30, 2010. She was born August 1, 1922, in Muskegon, to Alva and Viva M. (Laubach) Auble. On August 24, 1940, she married Walter C. Roltsch. Mr. Roltsch preceded his wife in death on May 17, 2003. Mrs. Roltsch had been a homemaker all her life. She was preceded in death by a brother, Alva Auble Jr..

FAMILY: 1 son, Eugene Roltsch of Muskegon; 5 daughters, Roseann Roltsch of Montague, Charlotte (Dennis) Hagner of Montague, Marsha (Greg) Ritter of Whitehall, Sandra Roltsch of Muskegon and Barbara Albright of Muskegon; 10 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; 2 sisters, Dolores Asmussen of AZ and Mary DeYoung of Muskegon; 1 brother, Herb (Phyllis) Auble of Rothbury; nieces, nephews & cousins.

SERVICE: Tuesday, November 2, 2010, at Clock Chapel-Whitehall, with the Rev. Bruce A. Beach officiating. Interment will be made in Oakgrove Cemetery-Montague.

VISITING HOURS: Tuesday, 12:00 PM (noon) until service time at Clock Funeral Home in Whitehall.

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

Mr. Michael G. Rudd  of Whitehall 

Mr. Michael G. Rudd, age 58, passed away September 4, 2010, at Mercy Hospital. Mr. Rudd was born September 25, 1951, in Muskegon, to Arthur G. and Jean (Keurth) Rudd and was a lifelong resident of the area. He attended Mona Shores and Ludington High Schools and attended West Shore Community College in Scottville. He earned a degree in Drafting and then formed his own construction firm as a licensed contractor for many years. On January 6, 1979, in Manistee, he married the former Arta M. Speed. Mr. Rudd greatly enjoyed the outdoors, and was an avid hunter and fisherman, a member of several outdoors organizations. He was preceded in death by his mother.

He is survived by his wife, Arta; his children, Lee Jay (Kim) Rudd and Marlene Rudd; grandchildren, Skylar Brant and Landyn Rudd; his father, Arthur Rudd.

MEMORIAL SERVICE: Thursday, September 9, 2010, at 11:00 AM, at Clock Chapel-Whitehall, 413 S. Mears Ave., Whitehall, with the Rev. Bruce A. Beach officiating.

DONATIONS: American Diabetes Association, Grand Rapids MI Office, 3940 Broadmoor Ave. SE, Suite 100, Grand Rapids 49512.
 

Judith A. Rupar of North Muskegon 

Judith A. Rupar, age 66, died Monday, March 22, 2010. She was born July 12, 1943, in Muskegon, to Bernard and Irene (Kruska) Pawlowski. She earned a Bachelor degree from Aquinas College and taught school at St. Michael Catholic School in Brunswick for over 30 years, retiring in 2007. Judith was a communicant member of Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church in Muskegon. She was preceded in death by a son, Scott Rupar, her parents, Bernard & Irene Pawlowski, a brother, David Pawlowski, and two brother-in-laws, Jerry Earhart and Steve Mazurkiewicz.

FAMILY: A daughter, Tracie (Brent) Wolffis of Muskegon; 2 grandchildren, Emily Wolffis and Adam Wolffis; 5 sisters, Joan (Ernest) Turmell of Pinconning, Antoinette Pawlowski of Pentwater, Theressa Mazurkiewicz of North Muskegon, Nancy Vader of Kalamazoo and June Earhart of Muskegon; 3 brothers, Michael (Anne) Pawlowski of Twin Lake, Thomas (Judith) Pawlowski and Ted (Cindy) Pawlowski, both of Montague; numerous nieces & nephews.

FUNERAL LITURGY: Thursday, March 25, 2010, at 1:00 PM at St. James Catholic Church, 5179 Dowling St., Montague, with the Rev. Fr. Donn P. Tufts presiding. Interment will be made in Mt. Calvary Cemetery-Montague.

VISITING HOURS: Wednesday, 6-8 PM, at Clock Funeral Home in Whitehall. A ROSARY will be recited Wednesday, at 8 PM, at the funeral home in Whitehall.

DONATIONS: Helen DeVos Children's Hospital, 100 Michigan Ave. NE, Grand Rapids, MI  49503.