Obituary Listing

Winifred Mitchell

Winifred Mitchell

Aug 6, 2017

W. Margaret Mitchell, age 91, of Lowell, passed peacefully in her sleep on Sunday, August 6, 2017. Margaret was born on October 6, 1925 in Tunstill, England to Joseph and Leah Harrison. She made the long journey to the United States after marrying an American soldier, Durward Duprey, in 1945 where she settled in Michigan. Margaret was a beloved mother...

Carrol Burd

Carrol Burd

Aug 6, 2017

Carrol I. Burd, age 89, of Grand Rapids, passed away Saturday, August 6, 2017 surrounded by family. The daughter of Edward & Githa Hoffius, she was born on March 9, 1928 in Grand Rapids. Arrangements are entrusted to Michigan Cremation & Funeral Care, Grand Rapids.

Margaret Thatcher

Margaret Thatcher

Aug 5, 2017

Margaret Ann Thatcher, age 79, long time resident of Grand Rapids, passed away Saturday August 5, 2017 at the home of her son, under the care of Faith Hospice and her family. She was born January 19, 1938 to Frederick & Jeanette (Franks) Maile in Paris Township (Kentwood). She was preceded in death by her parents; Ernest Thatcher, father of...

Michael Jones

Michael Jones

Aug 5, 2017

Michael John Jones passed away at home in the loving arms of his parents on Friday, August 4, 2017. The son of Kevin & Mandie Jones, he was born on July 9, 2017 in Grand Rapids. Michael is survived by his parents, Kevin & Mandie Jones; and his sisters, Anslie Jones and Paige Romig. A private family celebration of life...

Jeanne Kott

Jeanne Kott

Aug 5, 2017

Jeanne Karen Kott, age 72, of West Bloomfield, passed away August 5, 2017 at Spectrum Health Butterworth Hospital. The daughter of Charles Arthur & Rosalie Gail (Pozek) Swope, she was born on April 28, 1945 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Arrangements are entrusted to Michigan Cremation & Funeral Care, Grand Rapids.

Craig Yarbrough

Craig Yarbrough

Aug 4, 2017

Craig Jeffery Yarbrough, age 49, of Wyoming, passed away August 4, 2017 at Metro Health Hospital. The son of Jessie & Geraldine (Buchanan) Yarbrough, he was born on July 8, 1968 in Grand Rapids. Arrangements are entrusted to Michigan Cremation & Funeral Care, Grand Rapids.

Quentin Greening

Quentin Greening

Aug 3, 2017

Quentin Charles Greening, age 91, of Grand Rapids, passed away on Thursday, August 3, 2017 at First & Main of Metro Health Village surrounded by family. The son of Charles & Esther (Gidley) Greening, he was born on November 2, 1925 in Ithaca. Staff Sergeant Greening served as a Airplane Armorer-Gunner during World War II and was a proud U.S....

Lester Decker

Lester Decker

Aug 3, 2017

Lester G. Decker age 60, of Grandville, passed away Thursday, August 3, 2017 at Lacks Cancer Center, after a hard fought battle with Leukemia. Lester was a graduate of Wayland High school. He was retired from Canteen Services, and was an avid accomplished fisherman, NASCAR, Tigers and Lions fan. He was preceded in death by his parents, George & Mae...

Sandrea Workman

Sandrea Workman

Aug 3, 2017

Sandrea K. Workman, age 78, of Grand Rapids, passed away August 3, 2017 surrounded by family. The daughter of Durwood & Bernadine (Selleck) Workman, she was born on February 21, 1939 in Portland. Arrangements are entrusted to Michigan Cremation & Funeral Care, Grand Rapids.

Tylee Boyce-Burden

Tylee Boyce-Burden

Aug 3, 2017

Tylee Charles Boyce-Burden, age 23, of Sparta, passed away from accidental injuries Thursday, August 3, 2017 at Spectrum Health-Butterworth Hospital in Grand Rapids. The son of Howard Burden and Peggy Boyce, he was born on April 6, 1994 in Grand Rapids. In death, Tylee gave the gift of life by being an organ and tissue donor. A memorial luncheon celebrating...

Bob Van

Bob Van

Jul 31, 2017

Bob Van, age 83, of White Cloud, passed away Monday, July 31, 2017 at Butterworth Hospital surrounded by family. The son of Paul & Johanna (DeKonig) Vande Bunte he was born on April 6, 1934 in Grand Rapids at his home. A service will be held at a later date. Arrangements are entrusted to Michigan Cremation & Funeral Care, Grand...

James Cronkhite

James Cronkhite

Jul 31, 2017

James Ivan Cronkhite, age 88, of Otsego, passed away Monday, July 31, 2017 at Home surrounded by his family. The son of Ivan & Elsie (Morris) Cronkhite, he was born on February 1, 1929 in Allegan. Arrangements are entrusted to Michigan Cremation & Funeral Care, Grand Rapids.

Margaret Healy

Margaret Healy

Jul 30, 2017

Margaret Jeanne "Margo" Healy, age 65, of Lansing, passed away on Sunday, July 30, 2017 at Borgess Gardens surrounded by family. The daughter of Richard & Lois (Dewitt) Healy, she was born on March 3, 1952 in Lansing. Margo was preceded in passing by her father, Richard. Surviving are her son, Justin Vena; mother, Lois; sisters, Kathy (Steve) Schaap, and...

Everett Fife

Everett Fife

Jul 30, 2017

Everett Fife, 67, of Ionia, passed away Sunday, July 30, 2017 at home. The son of Everett Murphy & Mary (Farkas) Fife, he was born on March 19, 1950 in Pontiac. A proud veteran of the U.S. Army, Everett served during the Vietnam Conflict and was awarded the National Defense Service Medal. Honoring his wishes, cremation has taken place. Arrangements...

Gary Petzel

Gary Petzel

Jul 29, 2017

Gary A. Petzel, ago 65, of Grand Rapids, passed away Saturday, July 29, 2017. The son of Donald & Dorothy Petzel, he was born on October 6, 1951 in Chicago, IL. Arrangements are entrusted to Michigan Cremation & Funeral Care, Grand Rapids.

Robert Burger

Robert Burger

Jul 28, 2017

Robert Dwayne Burger, age 69, of Saranac, passed away on Friday, July 28, 2017 at home with loved ones by his side. The son of Wilber & Effie (Tochterman) Burger, he was born on March 29, 1948 in Kokomo, Indiana. Robert was a proud U.S. Marine Veteran. , please visit: Arrangements are entrusted to Michigan Cremation & Funeral Care, Grand...

Jeffrey Braman

Jeffrey Braman

Jul 28, 2017

Jeffrey Braman, age 44, of Hastings, passed away from accidental injuries on Friday, July 28, 2017 at Bronson Methodist Hospital in Kalamazoo. The son of Walter and Katherine (Marzip) Braman, he was born on November 28, 1972 in Lakeview. In death, Jeffrey gave the gift of life by being an organ and tissue donor. A Memorial Service in Jeffrey's honor...

Dale Looman

Dale Looman

Jul 26, 2017

Dale Henry Looman, age 77, of Marne, passed away on Wednesday, July 26, 2017 at home surrounded by family. The son of Herman & Helen (DeYoung) Looman, he was born on May 11, 1940 in Grand Rapids. Arrangements are entrusted to Michigan Cremation & Funeral Care, Grand Rapids.

Kenneth Keagle

Kenneth Keagle

Jul 26, 2017

Kenneth George Keagle, age 71, of Dowling, passed away Wednesday, July 26, 2017 at Bronson Battle Creek Hospital. The son of Donald & Myrna (McCracken) Keagle, he was born on June 1, 1946 in Battle Creek. Arrangements are entrusted to Michigan Cremation & Funeral Care, Grand Rapids.

Valerie Dixon

Valerie Dixon

Jul 26, 2017

Valerie Dixon, age 72, of Greenville, passed away Wednesday, July 26, 2017 at Spectrum Health Rehab at Kelsey Hospital. The daughter of Henry and Gethen (Dreher) Maskin, she was born on August 22, 1944. Honoring her wishes, cremation has taken place. Arrangements were entrusted to Christiansen Cremation & Funeral Care, Greenville.