Obits

Obituary: Elsa F. Creed, 75, of Hart

June 30, 2025

Elsa F. Creed, laid down her sword for the final time on Wednesday, June 25, 2025, in her fierce fight against cancer.  She did not lose the battle, but simply grew too weary to carry on. Elsa Flores made her debut on July 5, 1949, in Alice, Texas, to Catalina and Ernesto.  She was the third child in a family…

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Obituary: Frank C. Powers Jr., 96, of Hart

June 25, 2025

Frank C. Powers Jr., a lifelong resident of Oceana County, passed away Wednesday, June 25, 2025. He was born July 7, 1928, in Hart, the son of Frank Sr. and Thelma (Lentz) Powers. Frank retired from the Oceana County Road Commission after 42 years of service. He and his wife, June, were well known vendors at the Muskegon Farmers’ Market…

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Obituary: Arlen Thomas McCloskey, 76, of Scottville

June 24, 2025

Arlen Thomas McCloskey, 76, of Scottville went to be with his Lord and Savior on Saturday, June 21, 2025. Arlen was born April 24, 1949 in Hart the son of Orville and Margrete (Verschueren) McCloskey. Being raised on the 80 acre family property on Black Lake, summers were filled with swimming, fishing and lots of mischief. Fall and winters were…

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Obituary: Julie Ann Cross, 65, of Hesperia

June 23, 2025

Julie Ann Cross, 65, of Hesperia, passed away Saturday, June 21, 2025, at the Newaygo County Compassion Home in Fremont. Julie is survived by her husband, Ronald Cross; as well as many family and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, Jay and Barb Muusse. In accordance with Julie’s wishes, cremation has taken place, and services will be…

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Obituary: Daniel John Shugars, 82, of Walkerville

June 16, 2025

Daniel John Shugars, Sr., 82, of Walkerville,  passed away peacefully on the morning of Wednesday, June 11, 2025, with his family by his side, after being cared for at his home during a very unexpected and brief battle with cancer.  He is now in the presence of his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Daniel was a veteran of the U.S.…

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