George A. ROBARGE

ROBARGE, MR. GEORGE A. -- Muskegon Mr. George Robarge, age 82, passed away May 9, 2005. He was born November 18, 1922 in Muskegon, MI to Peter H. and Marie (Boucher) Robarge. He was a machinist for Muskegon Piston Ring for many years and was a member of UAW Local 480. Mr. Robarge married the former Marian Sangster in 1950 in Muskegon, MI; she preceded him in death in 1975. He was a member of St. Jean Baptiste Catholic Church, enjoyed his children and grandchildren, woodworking, creating gifts like furniture and cabinets, helping people, and had a very strong faith. Mr. Robarge is survived by his son, George P. (Linda) Robarge of Farmington Hills, MI; two daughters, Luanne (Kenneth) Kraus of Muskegon, MI, Cecile (Michael) Brown of Alto, MI; sister, Julie Trach of Muskegon; grandchildren, George J. (Debbie) Robarge, Michael & Lisa Kraus, and Deanne & Eric Brown. He was preceded in death by his parents, brother Peter E. Robarge, and sister, Celia Robarge who passed on April 19, 2005 and will be remembered at all services. FUNERAL MASS: Thursday, 11:00 A.M. at St. Jean Baptiste Catholic Church Rev. Mark Bauer officiating. Burial: St. Mary's Cemetery. VISITATION: Wednesday 6-8 P.M. and one hour prior to Mass at the church. ROSARY: Wednesday evening 7:30 P.M. MEMORIALS: St. Jean's Statue Restoration Fund or VNS Hospice. Envelopes will be available. Young (231) 722-3873 Published in the Muskegon Chronicle on 5/11/2005.