Obits

Obituary: Otto Heimann, 70, of Hart and Ludington

January 6, 2026

Otto Kurt Heimann, affectionately known as Kurt and nicknamed “Buster,” passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, December 20, 2025, at his farm. Kurt was the son of Otto and Laverne Heimann. He was born on Nov. 10, 1955, at St. Francis Hospital in Evanston, Ill. His parents raised him in Palatine, Ill, along with his only sister, Barb. It was there…

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Obituary: George Edwin Kieft Jr., 44, of Shelby

January 2, 2026

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of George Edwin Kieft Jr., of Shelby. George was born on October 31, 1981, in Muskegon and passed away on Saturday, December 27, 2025 surrounded by family. George had been through many trials and tribulations throughout his life due to his ongoing medical needs but he never complained or let…

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Obituary: David Rex Hulett, 82, of Mears

December 23, 2025

David Rex Hulett, 82, of Mears, passed away Sunday, December 21, 2025, at his home. He was born June 3, 1943, in Grand Rapids, the son of Irwin and Marion (Hoyt) Hulett. David enjoyed the great outdoors, spending a lot of time fishing, as well as caring for and watching deer and other wildlife. He also liked to complete crossword…

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Obituary: Cindy Fethke, 62, of Shelby, formerly of Hart

December 12, 2025

Cindy Fethke, 62, of Shelby, formerly of Hart, passed away on Friday December 5, 2025 at Trinity Health Muskegon Hospital, surrounded by all of her loved ones. Cindy was born in Shelby and was the daughter of George and Darlene (Gebhart) England. In the summer of 1979, at the Charles Mears State Park in Pentwater, she met the man who would…

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Obituary: Beverly Jean Eitniear, 90, of Hart

December 12, 2025

Beverly Jean Eitniear, 90, of Hart, passed away Thursday, December 11, 2025, at the Oceana County Medical Care Facility in Hart. She was born December 26, 1934, in Hart, the daughter of Monroe and Phronie (Wehry) Sutherland. Beverly enjoyed crafting items for people and was skilled in knitting, crocheting, and sewing. She also enjoyed playing games with family and friends…

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