All Obituaries

March 4, 2021 marked the end of an era for beloved Cadillac, Michigan native, Paul McMullen; an adored son, brother, husband, and father who lost his life in a tragic skiing accident in his hometown. Paul, born February 19, 1972 to parents, Douglas and Theresa (Trahan) McMullen, always lived life to the fullest.  He was best known publicly for his accolades on the track, having been an 8 time All-American at Eastern Michigan University, and a member of the US Olympic team in...

Kathy Lyn Frazier, age 64 of Spring Lake, passed away on Saturday, June 20, 2020 at her home. She was born on May 1, 1956 in Muskegon, MI to the late William and Vesta (Rosel) Snyder. Kathy married Tim Frazier on June 20, 1992 in Whitehall. Kathy graduated from Whitehall High School and went on to work as a Phlebotomist at North Ottawa Community Hospital and North Ottawa Care Center for many years. She played the organ in her church in her younger years, and enjoyed reading, crocheting,...

Richard “Rick” John Derf, age 75, of Grand Haven, passed away on Friday, December 4, 2020 at Holland Community Hospital. He was born on July 25, 1945 in Plymouth, IN, to the late Richard and Hattie (Hupp) Derf, former family-owners of Derf Jewelers, in Plymouth. Rick married Martha “Marty” Baughman on June 25, 1967 in Plymouth, IN. He was the President of the Plymouth Softball Association, member of the IHSAA, and was a well-known sports broadcaster in...

Betty Mae Rezny, age 92 of Grand Haven, passed away on Monday, April 12, 2021. She was born December 2, 1928 in L’ Anse Michigan to the late Kenneth and Sylvia (Darke) Giddings. Betty graduated from Grand Haven High School. She married George Rezny Jr. May 26, 1946 in Muskegon; he preceded her in death in May 1972. Betty enjoyed watching the Detroit Tigers, deer hunting, fishing, being active in her garden, playing bingo and poker with her family, and traveling to the casinos; she...

Kathleen Dora Brannack, age 71 of Robinson Township, passed away on Saturday, May 2, 2020 at home. She was born on April 7, 1949 in Pontiac, MI to the late Harry M. and Bonnie J. (Clark) Yeager. Kathleen married Gene Brannack on August 30, 1969 in Birmingham, MI. Kathleen worked as a cleaning professional at Bekins Audio in Grand Haven for several years and she loved gardening, camping, and doing crafts in her spare time. She also enjoyed snowmobiling in the winter months, and was a member...

Former Lt. Colonel William “Bill” Byl, age 83, long-time resident of Grand Haven, passed away on Monday, March 29, 2021 at home, surrounded by his family. He was born on November 18, 1937 in Grand Haven, MI to the late Leonard W. and Lillian I. (Schroeder) Byl. He married Sandra Kay Johnson on February 16, 1958 and she preceded him in death on August 15, 2010 after 52 years of marriage. He then married Diane Stine on November, 23, 2013 in Grand Rapids, MI. Bill graduated from...

Kenneth “Ken” Yee, age 89, formerly of Lansing, MI, passed away on Friday, January 8, 2021. He was born on June 25, 1931 in Vancouver, B.C., Canada, to Yee Cho Kong and Mae Chow. Ken was raised and went to school in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. He attained the rank of King Scout, the equivalent of Eagle Scout, in the Boy Scouts Association of Canada in 1948. Ken married Frances Sue Moy of Detroit, Michigan on June 21, 1959. He then emigrated to Detroit, where he began work in the...

Raymond Lyle Grimm, age 81 of Grand Haven, passed away on Wednesday, April 7, 2021 at Grand Pines Assisted Living Center. He was born on March 22, 1940 in Perham, MN to the late Walter and Lillie (Simpson) Grimm. Ray married the former Sandra Snow on July 8, 1961 in Muskegon, MI. Ray graduated from Muskegon High School and studied Engineering at the University of Michigan. He worked for Muskegon Piston Ring and retired from Federal Mogul. Ray enjoyed spending time with his family and...

Steven Allen Shumaker, age 68 of Grand Haven, Michigan, passed in peace at home, surrounded by his family on Thursday, April 1, 2021. Born November 14, 1952. Married to and loved by MaryBeth VanHoeven-Shumaker. Steve was a proud father and mentor to their 8 children and 22 grandchildren: Anthony (Shelley) (Nick, Katelyn, Emily) Shumaker; Tyrel (Mitsy) (Mercedes, Ali, Sebastian, Jillian, Bridgette, Trenton, Alyssa, Jenna) Shumaker; Noelle (Emma, Shelby, Lexie) Verrett; Will (Amanda)...

Philip James Nass, Sr., age 73 of Ludington, formerly of Grand Haven, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, April 1, 2021 in Ocala, FL. He was born on April 6, 1947 in Albion, MI to Carl W. and Louise H. (Gosen) Nass. Phil married the former Linda D. Shaw on December 18, 1964 in Spring Lake, MI. She preceded him in death on May 6, 2018 after 53 years of marriage. Phil worked at Challenge Machine for several years before his retirement. He was a car buff who enjoyed working on and...