Obituary Listing

Rickey Melville

Rickey Melville

Jun 9, 2024

Rickey Melville, a beloved brother and step-father, passed away on June 9, 2024, at the age of 71. Born on March 7, 1953, Rickey was a man of immense resilience and strength, a pillar of love, and a beacon of inspiration to all who had the honor of knowing him. As Maya Angelou once said, "People will forget what you...

David Abbott

David Abbott

Jun 9, 2024

David Elson Abbott passed away on Sunday, June 9, 2024, surrounded by his closest friends and family after his seventh and most heroic cancer journey. Born April 13, 1964, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, David graduated from East Grand Rapids High School in 1982. He studied Fashion Merchandising at Central Michigan University and earned his degree in 1986. David dedicated his...

Matthew Mcintosh

Matthew Mcintosh

Jun 8, 2024

Matthew M. McIntosh, age 50, of Holland, passed away on June 9, 2024. He was born on January 1, 1974, in Douglas, to James & LaDonna McIntosh. Matt enjoyed working on old cars, loved art, writing poetry, and listening to music. He was a published author with a book of poems. He also won an award for a song that...

Joyce Wildeboer

Joyce Wildeboer

Jun 7, 2024

Joyce Marie (Birdsall) Wildeboer, age 67, of Wyoming, Michigan, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, June 7, 2024. She was born December 6, 1956, in Bay City, MI to the late Clare and June Birdsall. Joyce graduated from Bay City Central High School with the class of 1975. She was a caregiver at heart which led her to study at Mercy...

Miguel Correa Jr.

Miguel Correa Jr.

Jun 6, 2024

Miguel Angel Correa Jr, age 28, of Grand Rapids, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, June 6, 2024. He was born on June 8, 1995, in New York City. He is survived by his parents; son; and many others. Visitation will be held from 3:00 pm until 6:00 pm on Thursday, June 13, 2024, at Michigan Cremation & Funeral Care, 3627...

James Ashley

James Ashley

Jun 5, 2024

James Kelley Ashley, a man of extraordinary personality, bid his final farewell to this world on Wednesday, June 5, 2024. He was born January 16, 1939, in the cozy town of Summit, Mississippi, to the late A.C. Butler and Ollie Robinson. James proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corps. He then worked many years in the railroad...

Eva Powell

Eva Powell

Jun 5, 2024

Eva Ruth Powell, age 84, of Crystal, Michigan, passed away Wednesday, June 5, 2024 at home under the care of Sparrow Hospice, with her family by her side. One of eleven children born to James & Nellie (Murphy) Ferguson, she was born on March 24, 1940 in Evart. On September 20, 1958, she married William D. Powell and together they...

Joyce Royce

Joyce Royce

Jun 4, 2024

Joyce E. Royce, age 84, of Grand Rapids, passed away on Tuesday, June 4, 2024. She was born on April 30, 1940, to Robert & Bernice Smith. To send a message of sympathy to the family, sign Joyce's online guest book, or to share a favorite memory, please visit: www.MichiganCremation.com Cremation arrangements are entrusted to Michigan Cremation & Funeral Care,...

Barry Ridgeway

Barry Ridgeway

Jun 4, 2024

Barry Alton Ridgeway, Sr., age 63, of Greenville, died Tuesday, June 4, 2024 at home. The son of Ceil Aldon “Al” & Sandra Lee (Porter) Ridgeway, he was born on July 21, 1960 in Greenville and spent over 25 years working for Bud Playter at Bud’s Auto Parts in Gowen. Barry was always willing to help his friends and family,...

Gayle Durkee

Gayle Durkee

Jun 4, 2024

Gayle Louise (Lipscomb) Durkee, age 81, of Grand Rapids, Michigan passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 4, 2024. She was born October 16, 1942, in Grand Rapids, MI to the late Charles and Katherine (Criner) Lipscomb. Gayle is survived by three children and their families. She was preceded in death by her parents and son, James "Jimmy" A full obituary...

Linda Obaseki

Linda Obaseki

Jun 4, 2024

It is with a sense of profound love and admiration that we celebrate the life of Linda Susan Obaseki, affectionately known as "LADY C". Born to the late Henry and Willie Mae Caldwell on May 19, 1953, in Chicago, Illinois. Linda was a vibrant, inspiring, and talented individual whose zest for life was contagious. A creative soul, she had an...

George Giggey

George Giggey

Jun 4, 2024

George Arthur Giggey Jr., age 66, of Kentwood, Michigan, previously of Elyria, OH, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Tuesday, June 4, 2024. He was born January 3, 1958, in Wayne, Michigan, to the late George and Patricia (Smith) Giggey Sr. During George's lifetime he enjoyed spending his time outdoors watching nature. He also enjoyed watching football (Lions and...

Clarence Kellogg

Clarence Kellogg

Jun 3, 2024

Clarence C. Kellogg, age 81, of Greenville, passed away Monday, June 3, 2024 at home under the loving care of his family and Corewell Health Hospice (just two days short of his 82nd birthday). The son of Emery & Dorothy (Carnes) Kellogg, he was born on June 5, 1942 in Howard City, Michigan. On May 23, 1970, in Greenville, he...

Anthony Nieuwkoop

Anthony Nieuwkoop

Jun 3, 2024

Dr. Anthony (Tony) James Nieuwkoop died peacefully in Holland, Michigan on June 3, 2024 at the age of 68. Tony is survived by his wife, Ann Nieuwkoop; their children, Andy Nieuwkoop (Andrea Marat) and Jessica Nieuwkoop (Matt Snell); grandchildren, Cooper, Charlotte, Marius, and Anders; siblings, Jo Ann Kovac (Keith) and David Nieuwkoop (Dan Lane); and siblings-in-law, Ed Miner, Grant Miner,...

Richard Kardian

Richard Kardian

Jun 3, 2024

Richard Frank Kardian, known warmly to many as Rich, took his final flight on June 3, 2024. Born on July 15, 1946, in Muskegon, MI, he spent his life soaring through the skies as a commercial pilot, flight instructor, and a hobbyist. He enjoyed flying real and model airplanes right alongside his son, Rolly. They spent many unforgettable years hosting...

Duane Mcbride

Duane Mcbride

May 31, 2024

Duane “Tom” Thomas McBride, age 85, of Wayland, Michigan, went to be with his Lord on Friday, May 31, 2024. He was born May 24, 1939, in Grand Rapids, MI to the late Howard and Alice (Fitzgerald) McBride. Tom graduated from Kellogsville High School with the class of 1957, and went on to further his education at Grand Rapids Junior...

Mary Johnson

Mary Johnson

May 30, 2024

Mary Lou Johnson, age 78, of Grand Rapids, Michigan, passed away on Friday, May 31, 2024 at home. The daughter of Howard & Margret Johnson, she was born on October 27, 1945 in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Mary Lou dedicated herself to her children and family. Some of her favorite things included chocolate brownies and intricate picture puzzles. She was preceded...

Jack Adams

Jack Adams

May 26, 2024

Jack Ernest Moses Adams, age 46, of Grand Rapids, Michigan, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, May 26, 2024. The son of Dolly Black Carter, he was born on August 6, 1977 in Grand Rapids. Jack dedicated himself to his work, he enjoyed 15 years at Burton Heights Pizza following Frank Vitale for another 15 years at Frank V’s Sports Lounge....

Hortencia Holliday

Hortencia Holliday

May 25, 2024

Hortencia V. Holliday, age 82, of Hersey, Michigan, passed away on Sunday, May 26, 2024. The daughter of Manuel & Fransica Lopez, she was born on September 23, 1941 in Chihuahua, Mexico. On January 28, 1967, she married the love of her life, Terry Holliday, in Los Angeles, California. Hortencia dedicated herself to her children and family. She was preceded...

Jack Harter

Jack Harter

May 25, 2024

Jack E. Harter, age 69, of Fenwick, Michigan, passed away on Saturday, May 25, 2024 at home. The son of Orlie Levi & Elizabeth Harter, he was born on July 1, 1954 in Middleton, Michigan. On July 6, 1998, he married Betty Lou in Palo, Michigan. Jack took pride in his work, he dedicated himself to forty years at Herbruck's...