Obituary Listing
Ryan Doss
Aug 9, 2024
Ryan Alan Doss, age 37, formerly of Holt, Michigan, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, August 9, 2024 in Grand Rapids, MI. The son of Greg & Debra Doss, he was born on April 28, 1987 in Lansing, MI. Ryan graduated from Holt High School in 2005, where he lettered in both football and track. Ryan moved to Grand Rapids, MI...

Donald Person
Aug 9, 2024
Donald B. Person, age 80, of Wyoming, passed away on Friday, August 9, 2024. He was born on May 16, 1944, in Ramsey, Minnesota, to Kermit & Louise Person. Don married Nancy Person on August 26, 1981. She preceded him in death on August 3, 2022. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Marine Corps achieving the rank of...

Leons Brunenavs
Aug 8, 2024
Leons Brunenavs, age 85, of Grand Rapids, passed away on Thursday, August 8, 2024, at the Michigan Veteran Homes at Grand Rapids. He was born on May 10, 1939, in Irlava, Latvia, to Emies & Martha Brunenavs. Leons proudly served his country in the U.S. Army achieving the rank of SP5. He was stationed at Fort Bragg and was awarded...

Nancy Armfield
Aug 7, 2024
Nancy Armfield, age 84, of Grand Rapids, Michigan, passed away on Wednesday, August 7, 2024 at Sentinel Pointe Retirement Community. The daughter of Archie & Marjorie (nee Mutch) Armfield, she was born on February 7, 1940 in Caldwell, Idaho. Nancy moved with her family to Portland, Oregon at age 5. She graduated from Tigard High School in 1958. After high...
Monell Gezon
Aug 6, 2024
Monell Beatrice (Mobe) Bolling- Gezon, age 88, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 6, 2024 at Trinity Health Grand Rapids. After graduating Grand Haven High School in 1954, she spent most of her life in her 3 favorite towns; Spring Lake, Michigan, Harbor Springs, Michigan, and Vero Beach, Florida. The Daughter of John & Geneva (Robbins) Brant, she was born...
Peter Gomez
Aug 6, 2024
Peter Gomez, age 70, of Grand Rapids, passed away on Tuesday, August 6, 2024. He was born on July 4, 1954, in East Chicago, Indiana, to Pedro & Cruzita Gomez. Pete graduated from Union High School in Grand Rapids. He enjoyed fishing, playing pool, horseshoes, going to the casino, and spending time with family and friends. Survivors include his parents,...
Richard Miller
Aug 6, 2024
Richard Eugene Miller, age 95, of Newaygo, Michigan, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Tuesday, August 6, 2024. He was born December 7, 1928, in Grand Rapids, MI, to the late Truman and Florence (Swanson) Miller. Richard proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corps during the Korean War. He was an avid outdoorsman who loved camping,...
Wilma Stidham
Aug 5, 2024
Wilma Stidham, age 79, of Greenville, went Home to be with Jesus on Monday afternoon, August 5, 2024 from Corewell Health-Butterworth Hospital after injuries sustained from an accidental fall at home. The daughter of Woodrow & Minnie (Turner) Stidham, she was born on December 18, 1944 in Commerce Township, Michigan. One of six children, Wilma grew up in the South...
William Tupper
Aug 5, 2024
William A. Tupper passed away on August 5, 2024, in Cutlerville, Michigan. Born on September 13, 1959, in Ann Arbor, Bill is remembered for his love of sci-fi, MSU Spartans and Detroit Lions, and most importantly his daughter Leah "Levi" Tupper. Bill was preceded in death by his son Anthony, his mother Garland, his father Robert, brother Robert Jr. (Randi),...
Donald Popp
Aug 4, 2024
Donald Walter Popp, age 83, of Kalamazoo, Michigan, passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 4, 2024. He was born October 15, 1940, in Traverse City, MI, to the late Walter and Cecilia (Elsenheimer) Popp. Don worked for A+P Grocery from 1960-1966. He continued his career with General Motors Fisher Body as a quality inspector from 1966-1992. During this time he...
Mark Mockerman
Jul 31, 2024
Mark E. Mockerman, born on April 22, 1953, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, passed away on Wednesday, July 31, 2024. A compassionate and empathetic man, Mark was known for his loving nature and generous heart, always putting others before himself. He was a beacon of light in the lives of many, his impact resonating beyond his family and extending into his...
Howard Van Till
Jul 31, 2024
Howard Van Till, age 85, of Grand Rapids, MI went home to the stars on July 31, 2024. Howard was a tremendous husband, brother, father, and "Papa." Howard made an indelible mark on the lives that he touched through his teaching, writing, and heartfelt conversations. Howard was a professor emeritus of Calvin College (University) for 31 years, as well as...
Vicki Pinnick
Jul 31, 2024
Vicki L. Pinnick, age 69, of Stanton, passed away Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at home under the loving care of her family and Corewell Health Hospice. The daughter of William & Loyola (Shreve) Sledge, she was born on April 25, 1955 in Lansing, Michigan. On October 30, 1999, in Lansing, she married Ronald David Pinnick.Vicki had worked as a bus...
Jimmie Collett
Jul 30, 2024
To a man who knew how to squeeze every ounce of joy from life. Jimmie Collett, also known as Rainbow Charlie to his many friends, embarked on his last great adventure on July 30, 2024. Born on December 13, 1960, in Beverly, Kentucky, he spent his 63 years collecting experiences and spreading laughter like a contagion. Jimmie was a spirited...
Sandra Towns
Jul 30, 2024
Sandra L. Towns, affectionately known as "Sandy", age 72, of Stanwood, Michigan, passed away on Tuesday, July 30, 2024 at Corewell Health Rehabilitation & Nursing Center in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The daughter of Dale & Jayne (Stilson) Towns, she was born on April 7, 1952 in Big Rapids, Michigan. Sandy dedicated herself and her home to over twenty years of...
Margaret Cavagnaro
Jul 30, 2024
Margaret Marie Cavagnaro, age 83, of Lake Odessa, passed away Tuesday, July 30, 2024 at her home under the loving care of her family and Corewell Health Hospice. The daughter of , she was born on October 10, 1940 in . On August 18, 1962, in Grand Rapids, she married Donald Gilbert Cavagnaro, and together they enjoyed 62 years of...
Bonita Guernsey
Jul 29, 2024
Bonita Rae (Childers) Guernsey was a woman of resilient spirit, a creative mind, and an inspiring heart. Born on January 6, 1952, in Cadillac, Michigan, Bonita's life was a testament to courage and love. Her journey from her birthplace to her final 25-year-long residence in Sheridan, Michigan, was punctuated by the countless lives she touched and the memorable moments she...
Larry Bixler
Jul 29, 2024
Larry G. Bixler, age 79, of Shelbyville, passed away on Monday, July 29, 2024. He was born on December 4, 1944, in Spencer, IN, to Allen & Ruby Bixler. Larry married Linda Shoop on June 27, 1964, in Grand Rapids. Together they shared 60 years of marriage. He worked as a truck driver for over 50 years. Larry enjoyed working...
Cheryl Shapiro
Jul 29, 2024
Cheryl A. Shapiro, R.N., age 64, of Greenville, passed away Monday, July 29, 2024 at her home under the loving care of her family and Corewell Health Hospice. The daughter of George Donald “Don” & Violet “Sylvia” (Westerinen) Paselk, she was born on April 5, 1960 in Mount Clemens, Michigan and spent her formative years in Southern California. In 1973,...
Jeffrey Bowen
Jul 29, 2024
Jeffrey Duane Bowen, 53, passed away from a freak infection on July 29th, 2024. Jeff was a brilliant technician, beloved father, and helpful tinkerer. Born on March 7th, 1971, Jeff attended Corunna High School and Lansing Community College. His early career included sales work for Emery-Pratt, before he joined Rent-Way as a repair technician. While there, he was sent to...