Mr. William R. Reckley's Obituary
William R. Reckley, age 80, passed away Thursday evening, March 1, 2012 in Muskegon. Bill was born July 28, 1931 to Merle and Beulah (Kave) Reckley in Spring Gap, Maryland. He worked at Brunswick for several years, retiring in 1992, and was a U.S. Marine veteran. SURVIVORS include one daughter, Karla Cleveland of Eagan, MN; five grandchildren, Jeremy (fiancée Staci Fairbairn) Hawkins of Coopersville, Jodi (James) Smith of Norton Shores, Kelsey (Ryan) Ferencsik of Norton Shores, Kendra Hawkins of Grand Rapids, Alex (Charlie)Cleveland of Norfolk, VA; 3 great-grandchildren, Julia and Jessica Smith, Jayden Hawkins. Bill was preceded in death by one daughter, Karon Hawkins; two great-granddaughters, Emily and Alissa Smith; and his former wife, Debbie Reckley. A private family service will be held. You may sign the online guestbook at www.sytsemafh.com Contributions in memory of Mr. Reckley may be made to the USO or a charity of your choice. Arrangements by Sytsema Funeral Homes, Inc., The Walburn Chapel,1547 W. Sherman Blvd., (231) 759-8565.
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