Emma Marie Melcher
Mar 29, 2026
With a life that spanned nearly a century, Emma Marie Melcher brought a unique blend of German heritage and American spirit to all she did. A resident of Grand Haven, Michigan, she passed away peacefully at the age of 97 on March 29, 2026, at Robinswood Assisted Living.
Born Emma Marie Fischer on February 11, 1929, in the small town...
Paul David Malone
Mar 27, 2026
Beloved father, partner, brother, and friend, Paul David Malone, passed away on March 27, 2026, in Muskegon, Michigan. Born on January 13, 1969, in Macon, Mississippi to O.C. and Roxie (Rogers) Malone, Paul carried his Southern roots with him throughout his life-steady, loyal, and kind.
A proud graduate of Motley High School in Mississippi and a longtime member of Oakland...
Deborah Kay Golightly
Mar 26, 2026
Deborah "Deb" Kay Golightly Council, 71, of Muskegon, Michigan, passed away unexpectedly on March 26, 2026, following a sudden illness.She was born April 17, 1954, in Shelby, Michigan, to Eugene and Virginia (Rash) Golightly. Deb graduated from Reeths-Puffer High School in 1972 and earned a degree in office management from Baker College. She worked in office administration for several organizations,...
Louise Summers
Mar 25, 2026
Louise Summers, age 86, passed away Wednesday, March 25, 2026. A full obituary will be published soon.
Robert Lee Kramer
Mar 25, 2026
Robert "Bob" Lee Kramer, age 82, of Muskegon, passed away peacefully at his home on Tuesday, March 25, 2026.
Bob was born on April 10, 1943, in Muskegon, Michigan, to Louis and Lois (Bowen) Kramer. A lifelong resident of the area, he graduated from Muskegon High School in 1961. Bob proudly served his country in the U.S. Army from 1966...
William Bernard Taylor
Mar 20, 2026
William "Bill" Bernard Taylor, 68, of Muskegon, Michigan, passed away on March 20, 2026.
Born in Roanoke, Virginia, on January 18, 1958, he was a son of the late Clarence William Taylor and Polly Jane Taylor-Phelps. Known to his family as Bernard and to his friends in Michigan as Bill, he was a proud graduate of Cave Spring High School,...
Frederick Joseph Bartunek
Mar 19, 2026
Frederick "Fred" Bartunek, 81, of Grand Haven, Michigan, passed away on March 19, 2026. Born on April 4, 1944, in Grand Haven to Frank and Josephine (Babcock) Bartunek, Fred was a lifelong West Michigander whose life reflected the virtues of quiet routine, practicality, and steadfast independence.
Fred graduated from Grand Haven High School and went on to work in manufacturing,...
Ronald MIchael Kurtzweil
Mar 15, 2026
Ronald "Ron" Michael Kurtzweil, age 78, a lifelong resident of Muskegon, Michigan, passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 15, 2026, just shy of his 79th birthday. He was born in Muskegon on March 19, 1947, to the late Damian Joseph and Vida June (Walker) Kurtzweil.
Ron was a dedicated worker, spending his career as a machine operator at several area...
Dorothy Miller Argue
Mar 15, 2026
Dorothy Miller Argue, age 97, passed away Sunday, March 15, 2026. She was born in Philadelphia, PA on February 15, 1929 to Francis & Freda (Brinkman) Miller and married Donald Argue on August 13, 1949. Dorothy was a long-time member of Central United Methodist Church and a past member of the Muskegon Elks Lodge with her husband. She was an...
Sharon Lee Dutcher
Mar 15, 2026
Obituary for Sharon Lee Dutcher
November 14, 1949 - March 15, 2026
With heavy hearts, the family of Sharon Lee Dutcher announces her passing on March 15, 2026, at the age of 76. Sharon lived a life defined by fierce independence, and a spirit that never stopped seeking adventure.
Born on November 14, 1949, Sharon grew into a woman known...
Trina Marie Richmond
Mar 13, 2026
Trina Marie Richmond, age 69, passed away Friday, March 13, 2026. She was born in Grand Rapids, MI on March 13, 1957 to Frank & Evelyn (Duncan) Sobula and graduated from Rockford High School in 1975. She had been employed as a secretery and office assitant for the City of Grand Rapids for over 15 years until retiring. Trina was...
Heather Lee Skiles
Mar 13, 2026
Heather Lee Skiles, age 45, passed away on March 13, 2026, after a brief battle with cancer. Born on October 23, 1980, Heather grew up in Muskegon, Michigan, where she spent her childhood with her family and many early memories along the Lakeshore. She graduated from Muskegon High School in 1998 and attended Muskegon Community College for a time. Heather...
Shirley Anne Wells
Mar 10, 2026
Shirley Anne Wells, age 96, of Grand Haven, Michigan, passed away peacefully at her home on March 10, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family. Born on October 19, 1929, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, to Albert Mason and Edna Etta (Carey) Mason, Shirley lived a full and remarkable life that spanned nearly a century of cherished memories, enduring relationships,...
Jacquelyn Ann Booher
Mar 6, 2026
Jacquelyn "Jackie" Ann (Sorensen) Booher, 79, of Hesperia, Michigan, passed away peacefully at home on Friday, March 9, 2026, surrounded by family after a long battle with heart disease. Born January 21, 1947, in Fremont, Michigan, to Christian "Chris" and Mildred "Millie" (Heinbaugh) Sorensen, Jackie spent her childhood in Seward, Alaska, before returning to Michigan for schooling after the 1964...
Tywayne Danodus Jones
Mar 2, 2026
Tywayne Danodus Jones, age 62, a lifelong resident of Muskegon, passed away unexpectedly on March 2, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of resilience and skilled craftsmanship.Born on November 18, 1963, in Muskegon Michigan to Clara Mae Johnson and Jesse James Jones. Tywayne was known for his spirited nature. He attended Muskegon Heights Schools and then Job Corps, where he proudly...
David John Fortenbacher
Mar 2, 2026
David John Fortenbacher, 88, passed away peacefully at his home in Grand Haven, Michigan, on March 2, 2026.David was born on February 11, 1938, in Muskegon, Michigan, to Lee and Aloise Fortenbacher. He graduated from Muskegon Heights High School in 1956 and proudly served his country in the U.S. Navy for two years. After his service, he attended Parks College,...
Michael Andrew Hansen
Mar 2, 2026
Michael (Mike) Andrew Hansen, lovingly known as "The Bread Man," was born December 16, 1951, to Wallace and Beryl Hansen in Fruitport. He passed away unexpectedly, surrounded by his family, on March 2, 2026.
Mike graduated from Fruitport High School and later from the University of Michigan. He lived on the cherished family farm, later fondly known as "The Marsh...
Robert Vaughn Hubbard
Mar 1, 2026
Mr. Robert V. Hubbard, age 98, of Whitehall, MI passed away Sunday, March 1, 2026 at home. He was born in Toledo, OH on December 30, 1927 to Henry & Ruth (Bell) Hubbard.He enjoyed fishing at the channel on White Lake and on Big Platte Lake in Honor Michigan. He loved photography, chasing trains, bird watching and traveling the United...
Helen Patricia Dewind
Feb 27, 2026
Helen "Pat" (Panzl) DeWind passed away February 27, 2026. Born April 27, 1926, she lived all her life in Whitehall. She was preceded in death by her husband Gale, son Gary, daughter Dona (Smith) and son-in-law Raymond Smith. Pat is survived by her daughter Kerry DeWind, and grandsons Jacob (Lisa), Matt (Miranda), and David (Michelle), 4 great-granddaughters, and Louanne Fairbanks,...
Douglas Scott Gleason
Feb 24, 2026
Douglas Scott Gleason, January 13, 1963, to February 24, 2026
Douglas Scott Gleason, age 63, transitioned from his earthly home to his eternal one on February 24, 2026.
Doug was born in Erie, PA, on January 13, 1963. His passions included NASCAR racing (specifically Jeff Gordon), WWF wrestling, and AC/DC.
Doug lived in Atlanta for many years and became friends...
