Obituary Listing
Wayne Sumerix
Nov 9, 2024
Wayne Elmer Sumerix, 82, of Stanton, Michigan, passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 9, 2024, at home, surrounded by family and under the compassionate care of Corwell Health Hospice. Born on April 5, 1942, in Charlotte, Michigan, to Elmer and Mildred Marie (Goodrich) Sumerix, Wayne was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend who brought warmth, wisdom, and joy...
Mickey Larison
Nov 6, 2024
Mickey Larison, age 77, of Grand Rapids, Michigan, passed away Wednesday, November 6, 2024 at his home in Grand Rapids. Born on March 12, 1947, in San Marcos, Texas, Mickey was a veteran of U.S. Army. Committal services, with military honors, are at 1:30 p.m. on Thursday, February 6, 2025 at Fort Custer National Cemetery, Augusta, Michigan. To sign Mickey's...
Robert Romberger
Nov 5, 2024
Robert Edward Romberger, age 77, of Grand Rapids, Michigan, passed away Tuesday, November 5, 2024 at home. No services were held and burial took place on Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at Oak Grove Cemetery, Grand Rapids, Michigan. Arrangements were entrusted to Michigan Cremation & Funeral Care, Grand Rapids, 616-452-3006.
Michael Leatherman
Nov 4, 2024
Michael David Leatherman, age 78, of Holland, Michigan, passed away Monday, November 4, 2024 at MediLodge of Holland. Born on June 7, 1946, in Grand Rapids, Michael was a veteran of U.S. Army, serving during the Vietnam War era and was awarded the National Defense Service Medal, a Good Conduct Medal, and Sharp Shooter M-14 45 Caliber Pistol Marksman. Committal...
Donna C. Patton
Nov 3, 2024
Donna C. (Schrauben) Patton passed on Nov. 3, 2024 at the Masonic Pathways in Alma after a long battle with Dementia. She was born Dec. 10, 1947 to Ray and Vivian (Pline) Schrauben. She lived for several years in North Fort Myers, Florida. She then moved back to Michigan, residing in Pewamo. She was a waitress for most of her...
Lawrence Haywood
Nov 3, 2024
Lawrence Alan Haywood Jr, “Larry” Born on July 27, 1965, a kind and gentle soul, passed away peacefully in his sleep on the morning of November 3, 2024. Larry was a familiar figure in the heart of downtown Grand Rapids, Michigan. Despite facing life's challenges, Larry always maintained a positive spirit and a warm smile. He was known for his...
Kevin Brayton
Nov 3, 2024
Kevin A. Brayton, 62, of Crystal passed away peacefully on November 3, 2024 surrounded by his family. Born on February 21 1962, Kevin was a devoted father to his beloved daughters, Lacey and Lexie, and a proud grandfather to many grandchildren who brought him immense joy. He had a deep love for the sandy beaches, warm weather, and cherished moments...
Kenneth Bergquist
Oct 31, 2024
Kenneth Lawrence Bergquist, age 95, formerly of Lansing, Michigan, passed away peacefully in Wake Forest, North Carolina, on Thursday, October 31, 2024. He was born May 31, 1929, in Chicago, Illinois, to the late Frank and Myrtle (Patterson) Bergquist. Ken graduated from Hartford High School with the class of 1947. He proudly enlisted and served his country for four years...
Joseph Turnbull
Oct 31, 2024
Joseph Turnbull, age 61, of Paris, Michigan, passed away Thursday morning, October 31, 2024 at the Meceola Currie Comfort Home. The son of Roy & Nancy (Tatroe) Turnbull, he was born on September 26, 1963 in Gaylord. Honoring his wishes, cremation has taken place and no formal services are planned at this time. To send a message of sympathy to...
Lori Friese-Cote
Oct 31, 2024
Lori Louise Friese-Cote, age 64, of Grand Haven, Michigan, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by the love of her family on Thursday, October 31, 2024. She was born January 19, 1960, in Parkersburg, West Virginia, to the late Robert and Mary (Wiseman) Friese. Lori graduated from Onsted High School with the class of 1978. She went on to study...
Adolfo Jaquez-Mata
Oct 31, 2024
Adolfo Jaquez Mata, age 63, of Grand Rapids, passed away on Thursday, October 31, 2024. He was born on May 29, 1962, in Lujan, Mexico. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 am on Saturday, November 16, 2024, at St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church, 3 138 Birchwood Ave SW, Grand Rapids. A Rosary will be prayed...
James Jenkins
Oct 31, 2024
We are saddened to share the passing of James "Jim" Alden Jenkins, a generous and loving individual, who was born on September 20, 1946, in Grand Rapids, Michigan. A hardworking man, he was a laborer by profession, but a gardener by passion. His love for the outdoors was only surpassed by his love for his family, who he loved above...
Virginia Lincoln
Oct 29, 2024
Virginia Lucile “Ginny” Lincoln, age 98, of Greenville, passed away Tuesday, October 29, 2024 at her home under the loving care of her family and Corewell Health Hospice. One of nine children born to Hugh D. & Lillian Josephine (Sass) Silverthorn, she was born on November 12, 1925 in Greenville and was a 1944 graduate of Greenville High School. On...
Dolores Decker
Oct 29, 2024
Dolores “Dee” Darlene (Budnick) Decker, age 88, of Grand Rapids, Michigan, passed away peacefully with family by her side on Tuesday, October 29, 2024. She was born July 22, 1936, in Cleveland, Ohio, to the late Stephan and Ella (Borek) Budnick. Dolores graduated from Bedford High School in Ohio with the class of 1955. She married Robert Jay Decker in...
Catherine Straub
Oct 28, 2024
The sarcastic wit of a comedian, the grace of a showgirl, the soul of an adventurer and the life of quite literally every party. Catherine Elaine Roberts was gifted to this world on April 4th 1947 at St. Mary's Hospital in Grand Rapids, Michigan to her parents Cleo Roberts and Madelyn Droune both deceased. She is survived by Her siblings:...
Olive Padgett
Oct 27, 2024
Olive Irene (Dobson) Padgett, age 92, of Grand Rapids, Michigan, passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 27, 2024. She was born January 12, 1932, in Traverse City, Michigan, to the late John and Pearl (Nelson) Dobson of Kingsley, MI. Olive graduated valedictorian of her Kingsley High School class. She went on to study music at Michigan State and North Texas...
Juan Alejandro Diaz Escobedo
Oct 25, 2024
Juan “Alex” Alejandro Diaz-Escobedo, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, October 25, 2024. He was born on May 27, 2002, in Guadalajara, Mexico. Alex graduated from Kelloggsville High School in 2021. He enjoyed playing video games, playing guitar and skateboarding Survivors include his mother & step-father, Mayra & Sergio Alcantara; sisters, Gloria Tapia-Diaz, Leslie Tapia-Diaz, and Denise Tapia-Diaz; grandparents, Juan Diaz...
Charles House
Oct 25, 2024
Charles W. House Charles William House, age 67, of Stanton, passed away Friday evening, October 25, 2024 at Corewell Health-Greenville Hospital RNC. The son of Gerald & Kathryn (Flaitz) House, he was born on September 27, 1957 in Hornell, New York where he was raised and graduated high school. Following high school, he enlisted in the United States Army, attained...
Brian Starkweather
Oct 25, 2024
Brian Bruce Starkweather, 61, of Ionia, Michigan, passed away Friday, October 25, 2024 at Corewell Health-Butterworth Hospital in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The son of Helen (Morrison) & Bruce Allan Starkweather, he was born on August 7, 1963 at Blodgett Hospital in East Grand Rapids, Michigan. Brian worked at Matcor Automotive in Ionia and enjoyed cheering for the Detroit Lions with...
Joyce Nickerson
Oct 24, 2024
Joyce Bernice (Porter) Nickerson, age 84, of Allegan, Michigan, passed away peacefully surrounded by the love of her family on Thursday, October 24, 2024. She was born May 1, 1940, in Flint, Michigan, to the late Clifford and Marian (Smith) Porter. Shortly after turning seventeen Joyce married the love of her life, William “Bill” Nickerson on June 15, 1957. They...
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