All Obituaries

Dale M. Paskin, 92, of South Haven, Michigan passed away Thursday, November 7, 2019 at Graceway at Countryside Nursing Home in South Haven. He was born September 28, 1927 to Morris and Ada (Gold) Paskin in Chicago, Illinois. Dale had a business mind and was always looking to meet the retail needs of South Haven.  Dale owned and operated Dale’s Discount Variety Store opening in 1963.  The store later became Dale’s True Value Hardware which remained open until 1994. He...

Sharon Jean Grigsby, 63, of Watervliet, Michigan passed away November 6, 2019 peacefully in her home. She was born December 24, 1955 to Gean and Florence (Fuller) Landeck in South Haven. Sharon married Larry Grigsby on October 13, 1984 and they shared 35 years of marriage before her passing. She was a factory worker at Clarion Tech.Sharon enjoyed playing cards, gardening, and spending time with her dog. She is preceded in death by her siblings – Wanda and Kenny Teal, and Otto...

Arlene Ann Laraway, 84, of Pullman, Michigan passed away October 31, 2019 peacefully in her home surrounded by family. She was born December 19, 1934 to Sigfried Mattson and Ida Mae Vanderbough in South Haven. Arlene married Royal “Babe” Laraway on November 26, 1954 and they shared 65 years of marriage before her passing. Arlene later became the owner and cook of Arlene’s Cuisine at Pizza Plus in Pullman. She was an exceptional cook, known for her spaghetti, potato salad,...

Gary Wayne Davis, 62, of Muskegon, formerly of South Haven, Michigan passed away October 25, 2019 at Roosevelt Park Nursing Home in Muskegon. He was born October 27, 1956 to Wayne and Evelyn (Parson) Davis in Carter, Kentucky. Gary worked as a long haul truckdriver for over 20 years and truly enjoyed each journey. He had a passion for motorcycles, Classical Rock, and western movies. Gary was a loving Father, Grandfather, and Friend. He is preceded in death by his parents and brother, Larry...

J. Glenn Sperry, 83, of South Haven, Michigan passed away peacefully Tuesday, October 22, 2019 at his home surrounded by his family.  He was born November 1, 1935 to Shelby and Mae Cummings Sperry in Grainton, Nebraska. Glenn married Sylvia Agnew on December 27, 1958 in Bay City, Michigan.  Together they enjoyed 60 years of marriage.  Glenn was an attorney and counselor having graduated from the University of Michigan Law School.  He was a member of First United Methodist...

Mary Elizabeth Watson, of Grand Junction, Michigan, departed this world on Tuesday, October 22, 2019 peacefully in her home. She was born March 10, 1927 to Alfred and Rachel (Bowers) Hill in Summit, Mississippi. Mary accepted Christ at an early age and her religion played a key role in her life. In her free time, she enjoyed cooking and gardening. Mary loved to spend time with her family and friends. She is preceded in death by her husband – Freeman Watson, mother – Rachel...

Marjorie A. Radtke, 96, of South Haven, passed away October 22, 2019 at South Haven Nursing and Rehabilitation. She was born January 13, 1923 to Benjamin and Hazel “Fern” (Norman) Parrish in South Haven, Michigan. Marjorie married Gerhardt “Gerry” Radtke on May 13, 1950 in South Haven and they shared 63 years of marriage before his passing in 2013. Marge worked as a bookkeeper for many years before her retirement in 1975.  She was a member of First Assembly...

Richard August Weber, 96, passed away Sunday, October 20, 2019 in South Haven after a full and vibrant life. Richard was born March 12, 1923 in Bangor, Michigan, the only child of Henry and Agnes (Till) Weber. He was active in athletics, especially basketball and track, while attending South Haven Schools and later participated in adult softball leagues.  On November 12, 1944, he married his beloved Gertrude Wank.  He worked on the family farm and later became a dedicated and...

Friday, October 18, 2019 Cecilia Anne (Shoenberger) Barnes, passed away at home surrounded by her loving family. Cecilia was born on July 9, 1939 in Chicago, Illinois to Andrew and Rose Schoenberger. She grew up on Bradley Place near Wrigley Field in Chicago until she was about 10 and was a diehard Cubs fan.  Her family also lived on Lake Shangri-La in Wisconsin. She met her Husband Willie Barnes Jr. when they both were working at Helene Curtis.  Following a visit to Michigan in...

  Frank Herbert Clausen, 91, died October 18, 2019.  He was born in Boston, Massachusetts on September 2, 1928.  Frank graduated from Boston Technical High School at 16 and entered Dana College, Blair Nebraska at 17.  In 1946, he served the United States Navy Medical Corps until his discharge in 1948.  He returned to college and graduated from Boston University in 1952.  He was an Industrial Engineer for Carrom Industries and Everett Piano Company before...