Death Notices

Recent death: Josephine Ganns, 95, of Mears

November 9, 2026

Josephine Ganns, 95, of Mears, died Sunday, November 8, 2026. She was born May 8, 1931, in Chicago, the daughter of Thomas and Josephine (Monnier) Stringos. Her spirit has been set free. In accordance with Josephine’s wishes, cremation has taken place and a Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Beacon Cremation & Funeral Service, King-Hart Chapel,…

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Recent death: Carol Marlene Dodds, 86, of Hart

November 5, 2026

  Carol Marlene Dodds, 86, of Hart, died on Tuesday, November 3, 2026. She was born March 7, 1940, in Hart, the daughter of Clayton and Anna (Graff) Nixon. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m., Thursday, November 12, 2026, at Beacon Cremation & Funeral Service, King-Hart Chapel, 2370 N. 72nd Ave, Hart with Pastor Jean Lamahieu presiding, visitation…

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Recent death: Graciela Esqueda, 64, of Shelby

October 29, 2026

Graciela Esqueda, 64, of Shelby, died unexpectedly Tuesday, October 27, 2026. Memorial services will be held at 5 p.m., Saturday, October 31, 2026, at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses, 4725 Russell Road, Muskegon. The family will receive friends from 4 p.m. until time of services. Final interment will be in Hart Cemetery. Beacon Cremation & Funeral Service, King-Hart Chapel…

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Recent death: Dennis Mitchell Best, 57, of Hart

October 21, 2026

Dennis Mitchell Best, 57, of Hart, died on Friday, October 16, 2026, at home.  He was born February 4, 1969, in Shelby, the son of Charles and Betty (Achterhoff) Best. Cremation has taken place and a celebration of Dennis’ life will be held at a later date. Beacon Cremation & Funeral Service, King-Hart Chapel.. www.beaconfh.com   Listing of 2026 deaths.…

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Recent death: Robert Lewis Schultz, 79, of Pentwater

October 12, 2026

Robert Lewis Schultz, 79, of Pentwater, died on Sunday, October 11, 2026. A memorial service will be held on Friday, October 23, 2026, at noon, at Grace Funeral Home, with visitation beginning at 11 a.m. at the funeral home. Arrangements by Grace Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Ludington, www.GraceCremations.com. Listing of 2026 deaths. Listing of 2025 deaths. Listing of…

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