Obits

Obituary: Allen Burrington, 73, of Hart

January 22, 2025

Allen Joseph Burrington, 73, of Hart, went to Heaven on Friday, January 17, 2025, in Muskegon. He was also born in Muskegon on July 23, 1951, to his mother, Maudie Lathrop Burrington. Allen, the middle sibling to Marguerite, Michael, Gary, and Diane, was raised only by their hardworking, faithful, and loving mother in Elbridge, near the Lathrop family farm, his…

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Obituary: Robert Lee Wrench, 81, of Hesperia

January 17, 2025

Robert “Bob” Lee Wrench, 81, of Hesperia, passed away Monday, January 13, 2025. Bob was born November 3, 1943, in Lansing, son of William H. and Marian L. (Manning) Wrench. He graduated from Lakeview Community Schools on June 2, 1961, then enlisted in the United States Marine Corps on July 3, 1961, and served until his honorable discharge on July…

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Obituary: Virginia ‘Jenni’ Fischer, 70, of Hart

January 15, 2025

Virginia Sue ”Jenni” Fischer, 70, of Hart, passed away early Tuesday, January 14, 2025, at her home. She was born June 7, 1954, in Holland, where she was raised, before moving to Oceana County. Virginia loved to be outdoors, whether it was tending to her home, yard, or gardens. She could also be found out in the barn, enjoying a…

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Obituary: Curtis Lon Griffis, Sr., 76, of Ludington

January 14, 2025

Curtis Lon Griffis, Sr., 76, of Ludington, passed away on Saturday, January 11, 2025. Curt was born in Hart, on July 16, 1948, the son of the late Raymond and Evelyn (Cluchey) Griffis. He attended Hart High School but later went on to earn his GED. He attended West Shore Community College, and took a few classes he found enjoyment…

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Obituary: Scott Bryan Carlson, 56, of New Era

January 9, 2025

Scott Bryan Carlson, 56, of New Era, passed away suddenly on Wednesday, January 8, 2025. He was born September 27, 1968, in Hart, the son of Jerry and Justine (Arden) Carlson. Scott was recently employed as a butcher and had always made an honest living working with his hands. He took great pride in his home and how it appeared.…

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