Obituary Listing
Judith Devry
Jul 9, 2024
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved Judith Ann DeVry, known lovingly as "Judy", who completed her earthly journey on July 9, 2024. Born on February 4, 1941, in Big Rapids, Michigan, Judy was a beacon of love, support, and compassion, leaving an indelible impact on all who knew her. Her life was a testament to the...
Develin Jones
Jul 9, 2024
On July 9, 2024, the world lost a remarkable soul, Develin Lavar Jones, a man who lived his life with generosity, humor, and boundless compassion. Born in Grand Rapids, Michigan on December 16, 1979, Devlin was a beacon of light, illuminating the lives of those around him with his infectious laughter and warm spirit. He was the embodiment of the...
Doran Jaffas
Jul 8, 2024
Doran Frederick Jaffas, age 63, of Lowell, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family late Monday, July 8, 2024. The son of Christian Sam Jaffas and Dorothy Jane (Crandell) Smith, he was born on April 1, 1961 in Grand Rapids. On July 1, 2013, Doran married his beloved wife, Rose Marie Thomas, marking the beginning of a love...
Guadalupe "Lou" Besonen
Jul 8, 2024
Guadalupe "Lou" Besonen (Orta) aged 82, passed away peacefully on July 8, 2024, in Holt, Michigan. Born on April 8, 1942, in Crystal City, Texas, Lou was a nurturing, generous, adventurous, and witty individual who touched the lives of many. Lou graduated from Everett High School and pursued education at Kirkland Community College later in life. She was involved in...
Donald Lamer
Jul 6, 2024
Donald Earl Lamer, lovingly known as Don, of Zeeland, Michigan, passed away on Saturday, July 6, 2024. Born in Zeeland, MI, on July 29, 1945, he was a devoted Christian, who lived his life guided by the teachings of his faith. As we remember Don, we are reminded of 2 Timothy 4:7 I have fought the good fight, I have...
Andrew "Drew” Gordon
Jul 6, 2024
Andrew Jason "Drew" Gordon, age 48, of Ionia, passed away Saturday, July 6, 2024 at University of Michigan Health -Sparrow Hospital in Lansing after a brave, but short, battle with cancer. The son of Timothy & Karen (Winner) Gordon, he was born on December 30, 1975 in Branson, Missouri. Drew earned his bachelor’s degree in business management from Maranatha Baptist...
Shelley Catlin
Jul 5, 2024
Shelley Marie Catlin (née Baranowski), aged 71, passed away on Friday, July 5, 2024, in Lowell, MI. She was born September 22, 1952, in Grand Rapids, to the late Roman and Virginia Baranowski. Shelley was a cherished figure in her community and beloved by many. Shelley spent her formative years at Mt. Mercy Academy before embarking on a vibrant career...
William "Bill" Brzozowski
Jul 4, 2024
William "Bill" Zbigniew Brzozowski, age 77, of Hudsonville, passed away on Thursday, July 4, 2024. Bill was born on January 5, 1947, in Wildflecken, Germany at the end of WW2. Both parents were Polish refugees of the war, awaiting transport to the United States of America. Bill was the oldest of five children. The only boy, followed by four sisters...
Lee Hamel
Jul 4, 2024
Lee Earl Hamel passed away peacefully at Michigan Veteran Homes in Grand Rapids on July 4th, 2024, after a long battle with Alzheimer's. In his time at the Vet's Home, he was incredibly well loved and cared for by the staff. Born March 4, 1940, he lived to be 84 years old. He always used to say that his birthday...
Florentino Magela-Filho
Jul 3, 2024
Florentino Geraldo Magela-Filho, age 41, passed away on July 3, 2024. He was born on September 18, 1982 in Guanhães, Brazil. Visitation will be held from 12:00 pm until 1:00 pm on Tuesday, July 9, 2024 at Michigan Cremation & Funeral Care, 3627 Linden Avenue SE, Grand Rapids. The funeral will follow at the same venue, beginning at 1:00pmEDT. The...
Nancy Habdas
Jul 2, 2024
Nancy Lee Habdas, age 91, of Dewitt, Michigan, passed away Tuesday, July 2, 2024 at University of Michigan Health-Sparrow Hospital in Lansing, Michigan. The daughter of James A. & Dola Helen (Thompson) Reck, she was born on October 3, 1932 in Lansing, Michigan. Nancy enjoyed her daily trips to Meijer to shop, but more so to visit with friends, neighbors...
Timothy Vogel
Jul 2, 2024
Timothy John Vogel, 77, of Six Lakes, Michigan, passed away peacefully at his home on Tuesday, July 2, 2024. Born on July 29, 1946, in Alma, MI, Tim was a man of humble beginnings who grew to become a successful business owner and proud Vietnam Veteran. Tim was a graduate of Saint Louis High School, graduating with the class of...
Sharon Chaney
Jul 1, 2024
Sharon Chaney, age 60, of Kalamazoo, passed away on Monday, July 1 ,2024. She was born on December 8, 1963, in Kalamazo, to Roman & Lorene Chaney. Sharon worked for Kalamazoo RESA as a janitor for many years. She loved animals and was a good person. She is survived by her daughter, Maranda Chaney; siblings, Tim Chaney, Dave Chaney, Stanley...
Kassandra Ackerman
Jul 1, 2024
Kassandra Ackerman, née Dill, a radiant beam of creativity and laughter, left us too soon on July 1, 2024. Born on October 15, 1993, Kassandra's life was a vibrant tapestry woven with threads of compassion, kindness, humor, and resilience. A living testament to Albert Schweitzer's words, "sometimes our light goes out, but is blown again into instant flame by an...
Erik Kooyer
Jun 30, 2024
Erik Kooyer, aged 58 years, died unexpectedly on June 30, 2024. Erik was a compassionate, empathetic listener and he loved connecting with people—those he knew well, and those he did not. Possessing a special penchant for language, he dabbled in Dutch, Portuguese, Catalan, Italian, German, Greek and Latin. He was fluent in Spanish, however, and Spain held a special place...
Heather Johnson
Jun 30, 2024
Heather Lynn Johnson, age 34, of Grand Rapids, Michigan, passed away on Sunday, June 30, 2024. The daughter of Albert Johnson & Shannon (Matrau) Shears, she was born on October 27, 1989 in Greenville, Michigan. The way she lived her life each day, instilled within others invaluable lessons like never sweating the small stuff and loving others without condition. She...
Harry Vanzytveld
Jun 29, 2024
On June 29, 2024, Jack Van Zytveld passed away surrounded by his three sons and the love of family and friends around the world. Born in 1933 in Chicago, Jack was the only child of Cornelius and Helen (Rice) Van Zytveld. Following the sudden death of his mother when Jack was 2 years old, he lived for nearly a year...
Ruth Hopkins
Jun 28, 2024
Ruth Jeanette Hopkins, age 82, of Fenwick, passed away late Friday evening, June 28, 2024 at her home under the loving care of her family and Corewell Health Hospice. The daughter of John V. & Roberta (Bower) Snyder, she was born on July 14, 1941 in Greenville and was graduate of Greenville High School. She later attended college for nursing...
Gertrude Baird
Jun 27, 2024
Gertrude Baird, age 87, of Greenville, passed away Thursday, June 27, 2024 at Golden Life in Greenville. The daughter of Thomas Edward & Merle (Sabin) Gee, she was born on October 21, 1936 in Grand Rapids. A devoted homemaker, mother, grandma, great-grandma, and great-great grandma, Gertrude also enjoyed word searches. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband,...
Bernard Czuk
Jun 26, 2024
Bernard Michael Czuk, known affectionately as Bernie, passed away on July 29, 2024, at the age of 71 in Vandalia, Michigan. Born on June 8, 1953, in Kalamazoo, Michigan, Bernie grew up in a close-knit family and attended Parchment schools for his primary and secondary education. Bernie was a certified mechanic with a particular expertise in outboard motor mechanics. His...
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