Obituary Listing

Gary Thatcher
May 10, 2017
Gary Alva Thatcher, age 46, of Charlotte, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, May 10, 2017. The son of Arthur & Nancy (Noll) Thatcher, he was born on May 8, 1971 in Gainesville, Georgia.
Erik Stiles
May 10, 2017
Erik "Rick" Edward Stiles, age 53, of Grand Rapids passed away on Wednesday, May 10, 2017 at Spectrum Health Butterworth Hospital. The son of Edd Stiles & Sandra Coale, he was born on February 19, 1964 in Cedar Springs. Rick is preceded in death by his mother, Sandra Coale. He is survived by his beloved wife, Leilani Stiles; cherished daughter,...
Breanna Stogsdill
May 10, 2017
Breanna R. Stogsdill, age 28, of Grand Rapids, passed away Wednesday, May 10, 2017. The daughter of Randall & Darlene (Thomas) Stogsdill, she was born on October 24, 1988 in Grand Rapids. A memorial gathering will be from 12-3 pm on Saturday, May 13, 2017 at American Postal Workers Union, 2554 Burlingame Ave SW, Wyoming 2554 Burlingame Ave SW, Wyoming...

Rolland Smith
May 9, 2017
Rolland William Smith, age 38, of Wyoming, passed away Tuesday, May 9, 2017 at Metro Health Hospital. The son of Marvin & Pamela (De Ridder) Smith, he was born on September 10, 1978 in Grand Rapids.

Karen Whisler
May 6, 2017
Karen Terese Whisler, age 57, of Allegan, passed away on Saturday, May 6, 2017 at Bronson Methodist Hospital. The daughter of Lester & Teresa (Westveer) Shattuck, she was born on April 15, 1960 in Grand Rapids.

Scott Guernsey
May 5, 2017
Scott E. Guernsey, age 66, of Grand Ledge, passed away Friday, May 5, 2017. The son of Robert & Phyllis (Hulbert) Guernsey, he was born on May 6, 1950 in Ionia. A committal service, with full military honors, will take place at Fort Custer National Cemetery, 15501 Dickman Road, Augusta, on Thursday, May 11, 2017 at 11:30 A.M.

Earl Huff
May 5, 2017
Earl R. Huff, age 82, of Grand Rapids, passed away Friday, May 5, 2017 at Grand Rapids Home for Veterans, Grand Rapids. The son of Jesse & Ellen (Voiles) Huff, he was born on June 20, 1934 in Russell, Arkansas. Honoring his wishes, cremation will take place. Arrangements are entrusted to Michigan Cremation & Funeral Care.

Angel Rodriguez
May 5, 2017
Angel Rodriguez, age 57, of Shelby, passed away Friday, May 5, 2017 at Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital surrounded by family. The son of Manuel & Rosa (Frias) Rodriguez, he was born on November 9, 1959 in Shamrock, TX. Honoring his wishes, cremation will take place.
Gerald Boyer,
May 4, 2017
Gerald L. Boyer Sr., age 90, a long-time resident of Fruitport, passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 4, 2017 at Harbor Hospice Poppen Residence in Muskegon. The son of Ralph & Lorraine (Purkiss) Boyer, he as born on August 14, 1926 in Northport. Gerald was a proud US Navy veteran who served in WWII on the USS Benner. Following his...

Sandi Gemmen
May 4, 2017
Sandi Jo (Truss) Gemmen, age 52, of Comstock Park, passed away Thursday, May 4, 2017 from an extended illness. The daughter of Jack & Kitty (Griffes) Truss, she was born on May 1, 1965 in Grand Rapids and was a 1983 graduate of Comstock Park High School. Sandi was preceded in death by her father; and grandparents. She leaves behind...
Jessie Warren
May 3, 2017
Jessie Wilder Warren, age 55, of Saranac, passed away Wednesday, May 3, 2017 at home surrounded by family. The daughter of John & Catherine (Geise) Wilder, she was born on March 1, 1962 in Greensboro, North Carolina. Jessie is preceded in passing by her parents; she is survived by her husband, William Warren; children, Shauna Wilder, Katie Wilder, Brian Warren,...

Tracey Jobse
May 2, 2017
Tracey L. Jobse, age 46, of Comstock Park, passed away Tuesday, May 2, 2017 Spectrum Health Butterworth Hospital surrounded by family. The daughter of Thomas & Bonita (Powell) Jobse, she was born on June 22, 1970 in Grand Rapids. Honoring her wishes, cremation will take place. Arrangements are entrusted to Michigan Cremation & Funeral Care, Grand Rapids.
Leon Williams
May 2, 2017
Leon Wayne Williams, age 92, of Grand Rapids, joyfully put his hand in the Man from Galilee on Tuesday, May 2, 2017. He was born in Ft. Wayne, Indiana on May 6, 1924 to the parents of Elmer and Mae (Martz) Williams. Leon was preceded in death by his loving wife of 67 years, Jean; and sister, Alice Kaledo. Leon...
Amanda Oostendrop
Apr 30, 2017
Amanda L. Van Oostendorp, age 36, of Wyoming, passed away Sunday, April 30, 2017 at Metro Health Hospital surrounded by family and friends. The daughter of Scott & Karen (Parmeter) Van Oostendorp, she was born on February 24, 1981 in Grand Rapids. The daughter of Scott & Karen (Parmeter) Van Oostendorp, she was born on February 24, 1981 in Grand...
George Genyk
Apr 29, 2017
George William Genyk, born June 6, 1938 in Detroit, died peacefully in his home in Fennville on Wednesday, April 29, 2017 at age of 78. He married the love of his life Beatrice Fay Genyk on July 25, 1998. Together they lived in Sedona, Arizona for 10 years, and moved back home to be close to the family and grandchildren....

Richard Chapla
Apr 29, 2017
Richard P. Chapla, age 69, of Grand Rapids, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, April 29, 2017. The son of William & Lillian (Wille) Chapla, he was born on September 30, 1947 in Grand Rapids. A memorial service will take place at a later date. Honoring his wishes, cremation will take place. Arrangements are entrusted to Michigan Cremation &...

Orville Cooper
Apr 28, 2017
Orville Jacob Cooper, age 82, formerly of Belding, passed away Friday, April 28, 2017 at home in Grand Rapids. The son of Clyde Jacob & Elsie May (Sheldon) Cooper, he was born on September 2, 1934 in Lowell. Orville retired from the former General Tire plant in Ionia where he worked in maintenance. On August 28, 1976, in Belding, he...

David Rinehart
Apr 27, 2017
David Arnold Rinehart, age 61, of Lansing, passed away Thursday, April 27, 2017 at Spectrum Health Butterworth Hospital. The son of John & Charlotton (Smith) Rinehart, he was born on June 21, 1955 in Detroit. He is survived by a sister, Donna Rinehart-Biggs; two sons, Shawn (Shannon) Rinehart and Patrick (Meg) Rinehart; and four granddaughters Elizabeth Rinehart, Gabby Rinehart, Kaylie...

Suzanne Fancher
Apr 27, 2017
Suzanne Cheryl Fancher, age 59, of St. Louis, passed away Thursday, April 27, 2017. The daughter of Bernard & Evelyn (Bemrose) Fancher, she was born on October 25, 1957 in Jackson.

John Picone
Apr 27, 2017
Dr. John A. Picone, age 66, of Okemos, formerly of Medford MA, passed away on Thursday, April 27, 2017. He was a distinguished physician for 35 years, an outstanding soccer coach and a proud alumnus of Michigan State University. John was preceded in death by his parents, Anthony and Rose (Caruso) Picone. Surviving are his sister, Anita (Edward) Longo; brothers,...