Robert “Rob” Ray Byer crossed the final finish line on Saturday, September 27, 2025, at the age of 55, in Baldwin. He leaves behind a legacy as vibrant as his passion for racing. He was born in Detroit, on December 1, 1969. After waving the checkered flag on his high school years at Cadillac High in 1988, Rob revved up…
Bryan Wendell Griffin, 67, of Ludington, passed away Tuesday, September 23, 2025, at home. He was born November 10, 1957, in Shelby, the son of George and Fern (Fessendon) Griffin. Bryan served in the U.S. Air Force for eight years. He retired in 2022 from Whitehall Industries where he had been employed for over 10 years. In his spare time,…
Darlene Elaine (Leonard) Berkel, 77, of Scottville, formerly of Muskegon, passed away on Friday, September 19, 2025. She was born on November 7, 1947, in Muskegon, to Ivan and Mary Ann (Bowman) Leonard. Darlene married James Junior Berkel in 1967, with whom she shared a loving and joyful life until his passing. Darlene graduated from Muskegon High School in 1965…
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…
Jerry Ray Shangle, 70, of Ludington, died Friday, September 19, 2025, at MediLodge of Ludington. He was born July 5, 1955, in Ludington, the son of Waldon and Grace (Fogarty) Shangle. Jerry retired from Harsco Rail where he had been employed for over 20 years. In his spare time he enjoyed riding motorcycles, sailing, and tinkering in his garage. He…
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