Obituary Listing

Harvey Lutz

Harvey Lutz

Dec 17, 2024

Harvey Edward Lutz, age 72, of Grand Rapids, MI, previously of Niles, MI and Lansing, Illinois, passed away unexpectedly Wednesday, December 18, 2024. He was born December 5, 1952, in Illinois, to the late Ralph and Frances (Simmons) Lutz. Harvey married Donna Ruth Nelson on December 12, 1980, in Lansing, Illinois. Together they raised their son, Christopher and celebrated almost...

David Canfield

David Canfield

Dec 16, 2024

David Edmund Canfield, age 77, of Portage, Michigan, passed away peacefully at home on Monday, December 16, 2024, following an illness. He was born in Battle Creek, MI, on May 14, 1947, to the late James and Betty (Freeman) Canfield. Dave graduated from Battle Creek Central in 1965 and earned a bachelor’s degree from Western Michigan University. During his college...

Audrey Carver

Audrey Carver

Dec 14, 2024

Audrey Carver, born Audrey Lund on January 31, 1945, in Pittsburgh, PA, passed away gently on December 14, 2024, leaving a legacy of love and kindness that will forever be remembered by her loved ones. A compassionate and generous woman, Audrey's life was a testament to the power of love, the importance of family and friends, and the joy that...

Dolores Saari

Dolores Saari

Dec 13, 2024

Dolores F. Saari, age 94, of Norton Shores, passed away at home on Friday, December 13, 2024. She was born on June 18, 1930, in Grand Rapids, to John & Lottie Sadowski. Dolores married Raymond Saari. He preceded her in death. Private Burial with the family will take place at Norton Shores Cemetery, Norton Shores. To send a message of...

Rex A. Roberts

Rex A. Roberts

Dec 12, 2024

Rex Allen Roberts, age 58, of Greenville, passed away Thursday, December 12, 2024 at his home under the care of his family and Corewell Health Hospice. The son of Donald Eugene & Marion Virginia (Scofield) Roberts, he was born on July 21, 1966 in Belding. Honoring his wishes cremation will take place and private family services will be held. To...

Leona Penna

Leona Penna

Dec 12, 2024

Born in Escanaba, MI on April 17th, 1937, passed away at Holland Hospital on December 12th, 2024. She is survived by her 4 children and their spouses Dewayne (Marilyn Penna), Julie (John) Hofman, Karen (Doug) Veltema, and Larry (Nancy) Penna. 9 grandchildren & 17 great-grandchildren. Brothers and sisters Richard Jones, Bud Jones, Victor (Janice) Jones, David (Barb) Jones, Lynn Jones,...

Rafael Colon-Rivera

Rafael Colon-Rivera

Dec 12, 2024

Rafael Colon-Rivera, age 54, of Grand Rapids, Michigan, passed away on Thursday, December 12, 2024. He was born September 25, 1970, in Ponce, Puerto Rico, to the late Fernando Colon and Leonida Rivera. Visitation will take place from 11:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. on Friday, December 20, 2024, at Michigan Cremation & Funeral Care, 3627 Linden Avenue S.E., Grand Rapids,...

Harry Lee Hunt, Sr.

Harry Lee Hunt, Sr.

Dec 11, 2024

Harry Lee Hunt, Sr., age 82, of Morley, Michigan, passed away Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at his home under the loving care of his family and AdvisaCare Home Health & Hospice. The son of Vernon & Edyes (Hartman) Hunt, he was born on January 6, 1942 in Gratiot County. On February 24, 1961 he married the former Caroline Mae Bradley...

Ricardo Guerrero

Ricardo Guerrero

Dec 9, 2024

Ricardo Guerrero, age 86, of Grand Rapids, passed away on Monday, December, surrounded by his family. He was born on June 9, 1938, in La Altagracia, Dominican Republic. Visitation will be held from 11:00 am until 12:30 pm on Monday, December 16, 2024, at Roger Heights Seventh-day Adventist Church, 3025 Michael Ave SW, Wyoming. A funeral service will be held...

Veena Dua

Veena Dua

Dec 9, 2024

Dr. Veena Dua, a compassionate and ambitious soul, passed away peacefully on December 9, 2024. Born to Ved and Dev Chawla in Lyallpur, India on March 1, 1942. Veena was preceded in death by her loving husband, Dr. Prem Dua; her parents; brother, Anil Chawla; and sister, Manju (Chawla) Singh. Veena is survived by her sister, Anju Chawla; her sons,...

Mary Hardison

Mary Hardison

Dec 7, 2024

Mary Chrysia (Evans) Hardison, age 80, of Muskegon, Michigan, passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 7, 2024. She was born Tuesday, January 25, 1944, in Texas and raised by Glen and Sophie (Cowen) Evans. She worked at multiple companies throughout her career including Wolverine. Mary was one of Jehovah’s Witnesses, serving Jehovah was very important to her, witnessing to nurses...

Elizabeth Hammond

Elizabeth Hammond

Dec 7, 2024

In the afternoon of December 7th, 2024, God called Elizabeth “Zid” Barbara Yeboaa Hammond (née Adu) into His welcoming arms. She was 63 years old. He set her free from the snare, relieving her of all pain, discomfort and sickness. She ferociously fought her battle and sang His praises through the end of her time with us. We are therefore...

Kenneth Munson

Kenneth Munson

Dec 7, 2024

Kenneth Eugene Munson, age 69, of Crystal, passed away Saturday, December 7, 2024 at home after a long battle with cancer. The son of Carl Eugene & Marianne Kathleen (Foster) Munson, he was born on April 29, 1955 in Lansing. Ken was a 1973 graduate of Everett High School and retired from General Motors after thirty-three years. On May 22,...

James E. Myers

James E. Myers

Dec 6, 2024

James Edward “Jimmy” Myers, age 65, of formerly of Edmore and Six Lakes, passed away Friday, December 6, 2024 at Mission Point of Greenville with his sister by his side and under the care of Corewell Health Hospice. The son of Clarence Albert & Alice Lelia (Hunt) Myers, he was born on July 5, 1959 in Sheridan, Michigan For many...

Robert Johnson

Robert Johnson

Dec 6, 2024

Robert “Bob” Johnson, 70, of Grand Haven, MI, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by family, on Friday, December 6, 2024. Bob courageously battled cancer for over a year, and as he said, “I’ve lost the battle but won the war”. Bob was at peace knowing that in the end, because of his relationship with his Savior, Jesus Christ, that...

Vivian Vellenga-Walton

Vivian Vellenga-Walton

Dec 5, 2024

Vivian Crystal "Viv" Vellenga–Walton, age 77, of Baldwin, passed away Thursday, December 5, 2024, at Corewell Health Reed City Hospital. The daughter of Donald Albert Lamb and Phyllis Nadine (Gross) Long, she was born on October 23, 1947 in White Pigeon, Michigan. Viv was employed by various departments of Lake County for nearly 30 years, predominately as legal secretary for...

Richard Vanvugt

Richard Vanvugt

Dec 5, 2024

Richard Lee van Vugt passed away Thursday, December 5, 2024 at the age of 58. Rich was raised in Grand Rapids by his parents Wim & Jo Ann, along with his brother, Daniel. He also had 4 more siblings: Penny, Larry, Rhonda, and Rob. Rich lived his life on his own terms and was full of love and generosity for...

Ronald Bennett

Ronald Bennett

Dec 5, 2024

Ronald Lynn Bennett, age 77, of Greenville, passed away Thursday, December 5, 2024 at home. The son of Leo & Geraldine (Morgan) Bennett, he was born on June 22, 1947 in Greenville. Ron graduated from Greenville High School and worked various jobs before landing at Federal Mogul. Before retiring in 2002 after thirty years, he served as a union steward...

Carl Touchette

Carl Touchette

Dec 4, 2024

Carl Joseph Touchette, born on July 3, 1969, in Detroit, MI, passed away on December 4, 2024, in Lansing, MI, after a year long battle with Brain Cancer. A retired journeyman carpenter, Carl was known for his strong work ethic and his passion for the outdoors. Carl worked for the Regional Council of Carpenters and Millwrights since June 1994. He...

Danny Buck

Danny Buck

Dec 4, 2024

Danny Lee Buck, age 65, of Cass County, Michigan, passed away Wednesday, December 4, 2024 in Elkhart, Indiana. Born on January 5, 1959, in South Bend, Indiana, Danny was a veteran of U.S. Army. Committal services, with military honors, are at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, January 23, 2025 at Fort Custer National Cemetery, Augusta, Michigan. To sign Danny's online guest...