Obituary Listing
James Gingerich
Dec 8, 2018
James Lamar Gingerich, 64, passed away late Saturday night, December 8, 2018, at home under the care of Spectrum Health Hospice, with his family at his side. The son of Jacob & Gertrude (Schrock) Gingerich, he was born August 29, 1954 in Mishawaka, Indiana. James was a spiritual man, who had a passion for creating art out of wood. He...

Michael Johnson
Dec 6, 2018
Michael Scott Johnson, age 37, of Allegan, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, December 6, 2018. He was born October 21, 1981, in Allegan to Donald Johnson and Jaime (Huitt) La Fountain. Michael is survived by his wife, Joanna (Bloom) Johnson; his mother, Jaime; and many other relatives and friends. He is preceded in death by his father, Donald and a...
Thomas Williams
Dec 6, 2018
Thomas Bruce Williams, age 79, of Sidney, lost his fight with cancer late Thursday evening, December 6, 2018 at his home under the loving care of his family and Heartland Hospice. The son of Bruce Douglas & Dorothy (Silverthorn) Williams, he was born on June 14, 1939 in Greenville. After graduating from Newberry High School in Michigan's Upper Pennisula, Tom...
Patsy Sundquist
Dec 6, 2018
Patsy Ann Sundquist, age 72, of Big Rapids, passed away Thursday morning, December 6, 2018 at Metron of Big Rapids with her family at her side and under the care of Spectrum Health Hospice. The daughter of Harvey & Helen (Brustad) Wright, she was born on October 11, 1946 in Muskegon and was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. She...

Earl Meeuwsen
Dec 5, 2018
Earl Meeuwsen 81 of Jenison, formerly of Allendale, MI lost his battle with prostate cancer on December 5, 2018 and now rests in peace in his eternal home with Jesus Christ. He is remembered by his loving wife, Barbara Jean Meeuwsen (Marsman, Butler), sons Ross, Rod (Deanette) Meeuwsen, daughters Pam (Dennis) Silva (Butler), Kim Butler, Julie (Ken) Horling (Butler), Trenda...

Linda Kurr
Dec 5, 2018
Linda L. Kurr, 76, passed away on Wednesday, December 5, 2018. She was born on July 29, 1942, in Hastings, MI, to the late Carlton & Hazel (Bronson) Bump. Arrangements were entrusted to Michigan Cremation & Funeral Care, Grand Rapids.

Frances Wallace
Dec 4, 2018
Frances A. Wallace, age 84, of Baldwin, passed away Tuesday evening, December 4, 2018 at Spectrum Health Big Rapids Hospital with her family at her side. The daughter of William & Thelma (Miles) Sprague, she was born on November 2, 1934 in Hastings. She is survived by her husband, William Wallace of Baldwin; and her three children, Vicki Levengood, Debbie...
Edward Tomaras
Dec 4, 2018
Ed worked for Auto Value Reline as a manager for many years. Ed enjoyed life, he loved all people especially his family. Ed loved the outdoors, and working in the garage. Ed was known for his many MacGyver skills. He made everything an adventure. He is survived by his wife, Cynthia; children Tasha (Nathan) Miller, Justin (Heather) Tomaras, Renee (Rodney)...

Richard Tucker
Dec 4, 2018
Richard N. Tucker, 84, of Grand Rapids, passed away on Wednesday, December 5, 2018. He was born on June 21, 1934, in Hartford City, IN. Richard proudly served his country in the U.S. Marine Corps reaching the rank of Sergeant. Survivors include his two daughters; six grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and 3 great-great grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his...
Betty Bolks
Dec 2, 2018
Betty Lou Bolks, age 74, of Holland, passed away on Sunday, December 2, 2018. She was born on September 28, 1944 in Allegan Michigan to Myron and Juella (Maatman) Bolks. Betty grew up in Dunningville, on the family farm, graduated from Allegan High School and attended Davenport University. She first worked in Allegan for Rockwell International, later moving to Holland...
Barbara Hansen
Dec 1, 2018
Barbara Jean Hansen, age 84, of Coral, passed away early Saturday morning, December 1, 2018 at Spectrum Health-United Hospital in Greenville. The daughter of Harry & Helen (Thomas) Proctor, she was born on March 26, 1934 near Lake City. On May 15, 1952, in Hawkins, Indiana, she married Gerald D. Hansen and together they raised three children and enjoyed 66...
Barbara Jorgensen
Dec 1, 2018
Barbara N. Jorgensen, 81, of Gowen, formerly of Grand Rapids, went to her heavenly home on Saturday, December 1, 2018. Barb enjoyed going to the casino, going out with family and friends for dinner, and long car rides - especially across the Mackinac Bridge. She was preceded in death by her husband, Norman Jorgensen; and son Brad. She is survived...
Earlene Helderman
Nov 30, 2018
Earlene Anne Bates Helderman, age 76, passed away peacefully Friday, November 30th, 2018 in Grand Rapids, MI. Earlene was born April 14th, 1942 in Sault Ste. Marie, MI, the only daughter of Arthur C. Bates and Marjorie Lee (Raeburn) Bates. She graduated from Sault High School in 1960 as a National Merit Scholar. She attended Michigan State University, receiving a...
Michael Spickler
Nov 30, 2018
Michael Allen Spickler, 50, passed away Friday, November 30, 2018. The son of Robert & Arlene (Curtiss) Spickler, he was born April 4, 1968 in Grand Rapids. Michael loved to stay connected with friends and family. He had a passion for vehicles, whether he was fixing them up, or testing their limits. Michael also loved to ride motorcycles. He was...
Samantha Bishop
Nov 30, 2018
Samantha Jeanette Bishop, 26, passed away unexpectedly Friday, November 30, 2018. The daughter of Eric Bishop & Traci (Huff) McKenzie, was born September 18, 1992 in Grand Rapids. Sam will be remembered for her beautiful smile and what a beautiful person she was inside and out. She had a passion for writing and reading poems. She adored her family and...
Dennis Heuschele
Nov 30, 2018
Dennis Lee Heuschele age 67, of Hopkins MI, went to be with the Lord on Friday, November 30, 2018 with his family by his side. Dennis was born on March 26, 1951. He graduated from Godwin Heights High School in 1970 and attended Grand Rapids Junior College (GRCC) and Davenport University. Dennis retired after a 32 year career from Westinghouse/Knoll...

Russell Wood
Nov 29, 2018
Russell Jon Wood, age 78, of Charlevoix, passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 3, 2018. He was born January 29, 1940, in Joliet, Illinois, to the late Wilford and Hilda (VanEvery) Wood. Arrangements were entrusted to Michigan Cremation & Funeral Care, Grand Rapids, MI

Earl Slovinski
Nov 28, 2018
Earl F. Slovinski, 73, of Muskegon, passed away on Wednesday, November 28, 2018. He was born on September 8, 1945, in Grand Rapids. After high school, Earl enlisted in the U. S. Army. He served two tours in Vietnam and reached the rank of Sergeant. He is survived by his wife, Debra.

James Pitcher
Nov 28, 2018
James Leon Pitcher, age 72, of Newaygo, formerly of Newaygo, MI and Dunedin, FL, passed away Wednesday, November 28, 2018 at Metron of Cedar Springs. The son of Leon & Josephine Regina (Piontek) Pitcher, he was born on October 11, 1946 in St. Joseph. James earned his Master's degree from Eastern Michigan University and retired as Assistant Superintendent of Finance...
Leopoldo Trevino
Nov 28, 2018
Leopoldo Trevino Jr., age 49, of Battle Creek, battled kidney and colon cancer for many years and on November 28, 2018, passed away peacefully surrounded by the love of his family to Lung Cancer. He was born in Prosser, Washington, on April 2, 1969, to Leopoldo Sr. and Maria (Garza) Trevino. He worked many years for Consumer's Energy as a...