Obituary Listing

Esequiel Montalvo

Esequiel Montalvo

Aug 4, 2015

Esequiel Montalvo, age 78, of Holland, formerly of Saginaw, celebrated joining his heavenly Father on August 4, 2015. Esequiel is survived by his wife Linda and many family members. Special thanks to Shekinah Revival Ministries for their constant support. The family also wishes to thank Kevin, Jill, Cheryl, and Hospice of Holland for your love, prayers, and support, and to...

Ruth Harris

Ruth Harris

Aug 4, 2015

Ruth Arlene (Milliron) Harris, age 93, of Allegan, formerly of Irons, passed on Tuesday, August 4, 2015, fully knowing God's love and grace. Born in Copemish, to Frank & Edna Milliron, she was the last living sibling. Ruth came to Allegan where her children, Carrol Harris (Mike) Tiller, Ron (Corlee) Harris, and Cheryl Harris live after her husband, James S....

Terry Brown

Terry Brown

Aug 2, 2015

Terry Lyn Brown, age 56, of Gowen, passed away Sunday morning, August 2, 2015 at his home under the loving care of his family and Spectrum Health Hospice. The son of Charles & Dixie (Dent) Brown, he was born on September 30, 1958 in Grand Rapids. He was preceded in death by his parents; and two brothers, Kevin Brown and...

Bernadine Dykstra

Bernadine Dykstra

Aug 1, 2015

Bernadine C. (Larson) Dykstra, age 88, formally of Grandville and Muskegon went to be with heavenly father Saturday, August 1, 2015. Bernadine retired from General Motors in 1992, and enjoyed traveling with her friends, Lecia, Ann, Florence, and Betty. She was preceded in death by her parents, Adolph & Fannie (Gardner) Larson; brother, Byron (Skip) Larson; son-in-law, Patrick Frary; daughter-in-law,...

Gilbert Schwenk

Gilbert Schwenk

Aug 1, 2015

Gilbert W. Schwenk, age 64, of Allendale passed away on Saturday, August 1, 2015. The son of Gilbert & Katherine (Felix) Schwenk, he was born on March 24, 1951 in Rochester, IN. Gilbert has been working construction for 50 years. Surviving are his loving wife, Sandra; and his children; A celebration for Gib will be at 11:00am on Saturday, August...

Ronald Nelson

Ronald Nelson

Jul 30, 2015

Ronald W. Nelson, age 64, of Vestaburg, passed away Thursday, July 30, 2015 at home under the loving care of his family and Hospice of Michigan. The son of Ronald Earl & Roma Lucille (Evert) Nelson, he was born on May 16, 1951 in Alma. For most of his working years, Ron was self-employed in the auto body repair trade....

Roy Goad

Roy Goad

Jul 28, 2015

Roy Lewis Goad, age 83, of Harrietta, passed away on Tuesday, July 28, 2015. Born on November 28, 1931 to his parents, Moses & Annie (Austin) Goad in Draper, North Carolina. Roy served his country proudly and retired from the U.S. Air Force. Honoring his wishes, cremation has taken place.

Grace Arney

Grace Arney

Jul 28, 2015

Beautiful lady, beautiful soul. Grace A. Arney, 80, of Lake Odessa, Michigan, passed away peacefully in her home on the evening of Tuesday, July 28, 2015 in the company of her loved ones. Aptly named by her beloved mother Leona in 1934, Grace met every challenge in her life with an inner strength and toughness that belied her slight, sub-100...

Edith Weber

Edith Weber

Jul 28, 2015

Edith H. Weber, age 87, of Benton Harbor, passed away peacefully the morning of Tuesday, July 28, 2015 at home with family. The daughter of John & Marta (Schoenfeld) Kullik, she was born on April 20, 1928 in St. Joseph. Edith worked for 21 years at The Fabric Shop. Edith loved to sew, quilt and knit and shared her talent...

Gregory White

Gregory White

Jul 27, 2015

Gregory (Greg) Scott, age 58, passed on Monday, July 27th, 2015. Greg was preceded in death by his mother, Jacqueline White, and father, Jack White. He is survived by his brother Michael (Michele) and sister Micah (Benyounge) Prince; his children, Nick, Garret, Adam, and Paul; their mother, Trudy; his nieces Krystal (Brent) Stuart, Danielle, and Jessica; his great niece Kendall...

Richard Rueger

Richard Rueger

Jul 26, 2015

Richard A. Rueger, age 58, of Grand Rapids, passed away on Sunday, July 26, 2015 at Mercy Health St. Mary's Hospital. The son of Delhert & Juanita (Smith) Rueger, he was born on November 19, 1956 in Evansville, IN and has worked in various fields of construction. Surviving is his daughter, Shawna Evans; and sister, Kathy Brown. Honoring his wishes,...

Terri Brott

Terri Brott

Jul 26, 2015

Terri L. Brott, age 53, of Grand Rapids, passed away on Sunday, July 26, 2015 at Spectrum Health Butterworth Hospital. The daughter of Glen & Mable (Flora) Momany, she was born on September 5, 1961 in Kalamazoo. She retired as a Nurses Aid and worked various jobs as a CNA throughout her lifetime. Surviving are her loving husband, Robert Brott;...

Richard Burwell

Richard Burwell

Jul 26, 2015

Richard Jay Burwell, age 62, of Jenison, passed away at home surrounded by his loving family, on Sunday, July 26, 2015. He was born September 13, 1952 in Colorado Springs, CO to his parents, Roland & Judith (McNary) Burwell. Richard was an avid hunter. He loved collecting guns and antiques. In his spare time he enjoyed music, and was a...

Antonio Gutierrez

Antonio Gutierrez

Jul 24, 2015

Antonio Gutierrez, age 76, of White Cloud, MI, passed away Friday, July 24, 2015. He was preceded in death by wife, Wanda Gutierrez and son, Steve Gutierrez. Together they will rest in peace. Surviving are his children; Randy and Toni Dells of Wyoming, Tom and Vicky Ciolk of Newaygo, Lola Vandermolen of Grand Rapids, Ed and Bonnie Gutierrez of Grand...

Petra Farrar

Petra Farrar

Jul 24, 2015

Farrar, Petra (Petie) V. (Nee Carbajal) passed away peacefully on July 24, 2015 after a lengthy illness. Born on May 19, 1932 to Eufemia and Manuel Carbajal in Miami, AZ. Petie worked at Pridgeon & Clay Inc., and retired after 34 years of service. She leaves behind many good friends from the workplace and friends made from playing golf and...

Lillian Haworth

Lillian Haworth

Jul 23, 2015

Lillian Haworth, age 97, of Grand Rapids, passed away on Thursday, July 23, 2015 at Yorkshire Manor. The daughter of Leonard & Bertha (Williams) Clemmons, she was born on December 28, 1917 in Kentucky. Honoring her wishes, cremation will take place. Arrangements are entrusted to Michigan Cremation & Funeral Care, Grand Rapids.

Jerry West

Jerry West

Jul 23, 2015

Jerry Russell West Sr., age 80, of Wyoming, entered peacefully into the gardens of heaven on Thursday, July 23, 2015, surrounded by his loving wife and children. Jerry will be extremely missed by the love of his life of 60 years Sharon (Schutt); son, Scott, son, Gregory (Beverly), daughter, Jennifer (Karl) Sharp, son, Jerry, Jr. (Jennifer), son, Kenneth (Cyndee), daughter,...

Cheryl Sova

Cheryl Sova

Jul 22, 2015

Cheryl Sova, age 60, of Kalamazoo, passed away on Wednesday, July 22, 2015 at Borgess Medical Center. The daughter of Harvey & Sally (McDonald) Reyst, she was born on March 28, 1955 in Grosse Pointe, Michigan. Honoring her wishes, cremation will take place. Arrangements are entrusted to Michigan Cremation & Funeral Care, Grand Rapids.

Silvia Castro

Silvia Castro

Jul 21, 2015

Silvia Castro, age 55, of Holland, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, July 21, 2015 while at work in Allegan County. The daughter of Anastasio & Annita (Villanueva) Chavez, she was born on November 3, 1959 in Cerano Guanajuato, Mexico. She enjoyed working in her garden and loved flowers... but her greatest enjoyment was sitting outside with her family and watching...

Doris Knipple

Doris Knipple

Jul 17, 2015

Doris Knipple, known by many as simply "grandma", went to be with our Lord on Friday, July 17, 2015 in the early morning hours. She was known for her unconditional love and support to those that have been blessed to have her in their lives. At the time of her death she was surrounded by her grandson, Chad, his fiance...