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Obituary: Frederick John Keson, 58, of Ludington

June 10, 2025

Frederick John Keson of Ludington, affectionately known as “Johnny,” gained his wings on Friday, June 6, 2025. Fred was born May 8, 1967, in Muskegon, the son of Louis LaVerne Keson and Florence Marie Keson (Bialochowski). Fred was a 1985 graduate of Ludington High school. He and Fairlyn (Beth) were married October 14, 2000. Fred was a shift supervisor in…

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Working the Lakes: Undaunted/PM41; Part 1, Chuck Leonard

June 9, 2025

Great Lakes Boat Blog is a presentation of Filer Credit Union, with offices in Manistee, Ludington and Bear Lake, www.filercu.com; Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com; and the Mason County Historical Society’s Port of Ludington Maritime Museum, ludingtonmaritimemuseum.org, located at 217 S. Lakeshore Dr., Ludington. Today MCP and Great Lakes Boat Blog launch a new series on Interlake…

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Obituary: Gary Allen Moberg, 68, of Ludington

June 9, 2025

Gary Allen Moberg, 68 of Ludington, passed away on Saturday June 7, 2025, in the comfort of his home surrounded by loved ones. Born May 26, 1957, in Manistee, Gary was the son of Arthur and Mildred (Striker) Moberg. He graduated from Ludington High School, Class of 1975. In 1977 he married his late wife, Kelly Knowles. Gary enjoyed watching…

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PM Highway paving to take place Tuesday

June 9, 2025

Pere Marquette Highway will be reduced to one lane on Tuesday, June 10 for paving between Bradshaw Road and Oceana Drive. The project is expected to take one day. ________________ Please Support Local News Receive daily MCP and OCP news briefings along with email news alerts for $10 a month. Your contribution will help us to continue to provide you…

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Recent death: Frederick John Keson, 58, of Ludington

June 9, 2025

Frederick John Keson, 58, of Ludington, died on Friday, June 6, 2025. A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, June 11, 2025, at noon at Oak Grove Funeral Home of Ludington, with visitation beginning at 11 a.m. at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, please consider a monetary donation to assist the family in final arrangements for Fred.…

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