Obits

Obituary: Marilyn Ruth Tanner, 97, of Walkerville

September 29, 2025

Marilyn Ruth (Gundy) Tanner passed away peacefully on Friday, September 26, 2025, in Hart. She was born September 5, 1928, in Muskegon, to Ralph and Fannie Gundy. She graduated from North Muskegon High School in 1946. Marilyn married LaVerne Tanner on December 26, 1947, and they celebrated 35 years together until his passing in 1983. She then spent 22 years…

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Obituary: Jeffrey Dean McCann Sr, 64, of Hart

September 29, 2025

Jeffrey Dean McCann Sr, 64, passed away comfortably in his home, Tuesday, September 23, 2025. He was born June 3, 1961, the son of Roy and Charlotte (Pulsipher) McCann of Hesperia. Jeffrey lived a full and active life, always bringing energy and laughter wherever he went. Known for his quick wit and endless supply of jokes, he had a gift…

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Obituary: Larry Lee Snider, 83, of Hart

September 26, 2025

Larry Lee Snider, 83, of Hart, was welcomed into the loving arms of his Savior, Jesus, Tuesday, September 23, 2025. He was born October 10, 1941, in Troy, Ohio, the son of Earl and Marguerite (Shroyer) Snider. Larry grew up in Clark County, Ohio on a 500 acre grain farm near South Charleston, where his father, Earl, was a sharecropper.…

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Obituary: Willard ‘Lee’ Harvey, 88, of Elbridge

September 24, 2025

Willard Leroy “Lee” Harvey, 88, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, September 22, 2025. He was born December 29, 1936, in Dearborn, the son of Robert and Alice (Mongeau) Harvey. Lee was a devoted member of the Elbridge Community Church, where he not only worshiped but also dedicated countless hours to volunteering and supporting the church’s fundraising efforts. He built his…

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Obituary: Dr. John Persson, 71, of Pentwater

September 24, 2025

Dr. John Craig Persson, 71, of Pentwater, formerly of Ludington, passed away on Tuesday, September 16, 2025. Born on June 15, 1954, John, affectionately known as “Dino” by many, was the son of the late Clarence J. and Shirley M. (Newton) Persson. He graduated from Grosse Pointe North High School in 1972 and went on to earn his undergraduate degree…

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