Obituary Listing
Velmar Wilson
Nov 28, 2024
Velmar Luecille Wilson, age 89, of Muskegon, Michigan, passed away Thursday, November 28, 2024 at Christian Care Nursing Center in Muskegon. The daughter of Denver James & Ida Mae (Moffitt) Brickey, she was born on August 19, 1935 in Fairmont, Arkansas and had worked as a medical assistance in home health care. Survivors include her son, Walter Harry Wilson of...
Donald Biddle
Nov 25, 2024
Donald Edgar Biddle, 92, of Houghton Lake, died Nov. 25, 2024, with his family by his side, at Sparrow Hospital, Lansing. He was born Nov. 20, 1932, in Flint, to Russell Biddle and Mary (Hazen) Ross. He grew up in Flint and worked for the City of Flint Department of Public Works. Mr. Biddle moved to the Houghton Lake area...
Koren Frisch
Nov 25, 2024
Koren "Connie" Fae Frisch, age 76, of Vicksburg, peacefully passed away on Monday, November 25, 2024 after a 7-year battle with lung cancer. Connie was surrounded by her family. She was born on April 28, 1948, in Kalamazoo, to Harry & Gertrude (Lesman) Boodt. Connie married Alvin "Al" Frisch on March 1, 1969, in Portage. He preceded her in death...
Carl L. Jones
Nov 23, 2024
Carl Lawrence Jones, age 74, of Trufant, passed away Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024 at home under the loving care of his wife and West Michigan Hospice. The son of Cecil James & Cecele Adah (Graves) Jones, he was born on October 22, 1950 in Greenville. A decorated combat veteran of the Vietnam War, Carl served honorably with the United States...
Donna Lutz
Nov 23, 2024
Donna Ruth (Nelson) Lutz, age 77, of Grand Rapids, Michigan, passed away suddenly on Saturday, November 23, 2024. She was born February 8, 1947, in Chicago, Illinois to the late, Donald and Ruth (Hanko) Nelson. Donna graduated from Thornridge High School in Dolton, IL with the class of 1964. She went on to study at South Chicago Hospital where she...
Donald Vanderveen
Nov 23, 2024
Donald W VanderVeen, 92 Grand Rapids MI 1/17/1932 – 11/23/2024 Donald was born on 1/17/1932 to Henry and Ann VanderVeen in Ionia MI. Don served in the US Army from 1952 to 1954 and was stationed in Korea. He received his draft notice the day before his wedding to Lillian Ann McCoy in June 1952. They were married 73 years....
Vera Zugel
Nov 23, 2024
Vera Kay (Hiles) Zugel passed away on November 23, 2024 at the age of 83. Her parents were Walter Frank Hiles, Sr. and Vera Rose Selner. Vera was preceded in death by her husbands, Glenn B. Schoolcraft, Glemuel Virgil McReaken and Frank Zugel; her fiance, David Dalrymple; as well as her brothers, Virgil (baby Virgie) , Walter Jr.; sister, Mary...
Theodore Vanvels
Nov 22, 2024
Theodore “Ted” VanVels, October 19, 1939 - November 22, 2024, Sparta, Michigan. Ted VanVels passed away peacefully at home surrounded by loved ones, after a sudden battle with an aggressive cancer. He is survived by his wife, Nancy VanVels; daughters, Lynn (Matt) Raczkowski, Pam (Paul) Larson, Sandy (Michael Polydoris) Culver, Jim Swanson (husband of daughter Barb, deceased); brother, Alex (Vera)...
James P. Barnes
Nov 22, 2024
James Patrick Barnes, age 76, of Greenville, passed away early Friday morning, November 22, 2024 at Rest Assured Assisted Living in Gowen. The son of Robert & Elizabeth Ann (Soss) Barnes, he was born on March 29, 1948 in Greenville, Michigan. Jim lived to be on a golf course, if you didn’t find him with a golf club in his...
Janice Lane
Nov 21, 2024
We gather here today to celebrate the life of Janice Lane, a humble soul who exemplified love, loyalty, and resilience in every aspect of her life. Janice was born on September 28, 1953, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, and it is with heavy hearts that we acknowledge her passing on November 21, 2024. Janice was a fixture in her community, her...
David Carte
Nov 20, 2024
David Eugene Carte, age 76, of Cassopolis, Michigan, passed away peacefully at his home from an extended illness on Wednesday, November 20, 2024. He was born September 1, 1948, in Ward, West Virginia to the late Eugene and Drexal (Foster) Carte. David retired from Americart Industries of Cassopolis, MI. He was a resident of Cassopolis since the early 1990’s. He...
Doreen Barber
Nov 20, 2024
We are saddened to announce the passing of Doreen Barber, whose wit, courage, and unparalleled support touched the lives of all who knew her. Born on September 23, 1946, Doreen greeted the world with a sparkling sense of humor that would light up even the gloomiest of days. Her journey of 78 years came to a peaceful close on November...
Lawrence Nelson
Nov 20, 2024
Lawrence "Larry" Charles Nelson, age 86, of Jenison, Michigan, passed away peacefully at his home on Wednesday, November 20, 2024. He was born June 6, 1938, in Grand Rapids, MI to the late Carl and Barbara (MacIntosh) Nelson. Lawrence was a hard worker and a skilled upholsterer, learning the trade from a young age and spending years perfecting it, he...
Susan Olmstead
Nov 19, 2024
Susan Elizabeth Olmstead, age 64, of Trufant, Michigan, passed away Tuesday, November 19, 2024 at Mission Point of Greenville. She was born on December 26, 1959 in Charlotte, North Carolina, to Winston Jay & Grace Sydney (Walker) Petersen. Honoring her's wishes, cremation has taken place. To sign Susan's online guest book or share a favorite memory, please visit: www.MichiganCremation.com Cremation...
William Scott
Nov 19, 2024
It is with both sorrow and reverence that we announce the passing of William James Scott, known affectionately to all as Billy. Born on December 19, 1952, in Grand Rapids, MI, Billy spent the majority of his life in Grandville, where his heart truly resided. A man known for his unwavering dedication to his craft and a robust, sarcastic wit...
Elizabeth Stites
Nov 19, 2024
Elizabeth N. (Johnson) Stites, age 71, of Rockford, unexpectedly went to the arms of Jesus on Tuesday, November 19, 2024. Elizabeth was born on August 5, 1953, in Clarksville, TN, to Hugh T. Johnson & Gladys M. (Pulley) Johnson. She came to Michigan in the late 60’s with her two sisters. Elizabeth worked for Michigan Bulb Company where she made...
Gregory M. Kennedy
Nov 18, 2024
Gregory Michael Kennedy, age 58, of Lakeview, and formerly of Greenville, passed away Monday, November 18, 2024 at home. He was born on March 27, 1966 in Greenville to Norma Lee (Signs). Greg was a proud United States Army veteran, and owned and operated American Overhead Door in Greenville. Honoring Greg's wishes, cremation has taken place, and burial will take...
Joanne Jones
Nov 17, 2024
Joanne Board Jones, born in Columbus, Ohio on April 17, 1942, passed away peacefully on November 17, 2024. Joanne is lovingly remembered by her two sons, Gregory and Christopher Jones. In remembrance, please share your cherished memories and photographs of Joanne on her memorial page. Let us celebrate a life beautifully lived and remember the hope she instilled in each...
John Vinton
Nov 17, 2024
John Ralph Vinton, age 80, of Gowen, passed away Sunday, November 17, 2024 at Lake Woods Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in Muskegon under the care of Gentiva Hospice. He was born on April 29 in Grand Rapids. Honoring John's wishes, cremation has taken place and no formal services will be held. To sign Johns's online guest book or share a...
Troy G. Hinkle
Nov 16, 2024
Troy Gayle Hinkle, age 77, of Gowen, departed this life to be with the Lord on Saturday, November 16, 2024 from home under the loving care of his family and Corewell Health Hospice. The son of William “Bill” & Emma Paige (Justice) Hinkle, he was born on June 27, 1947 on Williamston, West Virginia. Raised in the Church of God,...
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