Obituary Listing
Nancy Schmidt
Apr 8, 2024
Nancy Kay Schmidt passed away peacefully into the arms of her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Monday, April 8, 2024, at her home in Hudsonville, Michigan. She was born on April 16,1949, in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Nancy’s thoughtfulness shone through her countless hand-painted cards with encouraging notes. As Nelson Mandela said, “A good head and good heart are always...
Tina Segura
Apr 7, 2024
Tina Leah Segura, age 61, of Kentwood, Michigan, passed away unexpectedly after a brief illness on Sunday, April 7, 2024. She was born May 4, 1962 in San Bernardino, California, to the late Carl and Bonnie (Long) Franklin Sr. Tina married the love of her life, Robert “Bob” Anthony Segura Sr. on February 24, 1982, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. She...
Dwight Mcmullen
Apr 6, 2024
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of a dedicated, reliable, loving, and supportive man, Dwight "Tim" McMullen, who left us on April 6, 2024. Born on September 4, 1954, in Reed City, Michigan, Dwight was a beloved figure in the community, known for his warm heart and incredible talent in taxidermy. Throughout his lifetime, he brilliantly...
Helen Stalzer
Apr 6, 2024
Helen (Van Beukering) Stalzer, age 76 of Grandville, MI was called home early in the morning on Saturday, April 6, 2024. Helen (Van Beukering) Stalzer was born to Gerrit and Sophronia (Suzy Carskadon) Van Beukering on January 27, 1948. She married her husband, Robert Stalzer on October 8, 1966. They were married for 57 years. She was preceded in death...
Randy Gottesleben
Apr 5, 2024
Randy Lee Gottesleben sadly left his earthly family and friends on Friday, April 5, 2024. He was born January 8, 1951 in Greenville, residing there and also in Belding. His career was in paint and auto body repair plus working at B&O Saws Inc. and Perforated Tubes, Inc. He was preceded in death by his parents, Lawrence and Mary (Root)...
Virgil Keifer
Apr 5, 2024
Virgil L. Keifer of Kalamazoo, Michigan, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Friday, April 5, 2024. He was able to celebrate his 93rd birthday on January 29, 2024 and his 73rd wedding anniversary to the love of his life, Elaine (Boney) on March 25, 2024. He was an avid race car driver in his younger years,...
Anthony Hayes
Apr 5, 2024
Anthony Edward Hayes, age 52, of Grand Rapids, passed away on Friday, April 5, 2024, at the Michigan Veteran Homes at Grand Rapids. He was born on December 12, 1971, in Lansing, to Michael & Cheryl (Allen) Hayes. Visitation is from 10-11 a.m. on Wednesday, April 10, 2024 at the Michigan Veteran Homes at Grand Rapids, 2950 Monroe Avenue N.E.,...
Michael Sowers
Apr 5, 2024
Michael James Sowers, or as he was fondly known, Mike, Dad and Grandpa. Born in Alma, Michigan, on July 3rd 1953, he eventually made his way to Gowen, after spending his younger years in Saint Louis, Ithaca, Kansas and Greenville not to mention various military bases stateside and two tours in Germany. A man of resilience, even though he may...
Thomas Stradinger
Apr 4, 2024
Thomas Roger Stradinger, age 80, of Kentwood, Michigan, passed away surrounded by the love of his family at his home on Thursday, April 4, 2024. He was born March 27, 1944, in Petoskey, MI to the late Leonard and Velma (Wiederhold) Stradinger. He married the love of his life, Lorene Diane Brabo on July 11, 1964, in Kentwood, MI. He...
Donna Orvis
Apr 4, 2024
Donna Jean Orvis, age 98, of Greenville, passed away Thursday, April 4, 2024 at Golden Life Adult Foster Care Home in Greenville. The daughter of Virgil Ruby & Sarah Katherine (Shaffer) Green, she was born on February 16, 1926 in Greenville. On September 17, 1949, in Greenville, she married Fay T. Orvis and together they raised four children and enjoyed...
Kathy Welker
Apr 3, 2024
Kathy Rae Welker, beloved mother, friend, and resilient spirit, passed away on Wednesday, April 3, 2024 at her home in Belding. Known affectionately as "Kat" to her loved ones, Kathy was born on May 29, 1957, in Oklahoma, the proud daughter of the late Raymond Warren and Katherine Stauffer. Kathy's life was a testament to the power of compassion, love,...
Christopher Rickert
Apr 3, 2024
On April 3rd, Christopher M Rickert, born on April 29, 1963, departed to be with the Lord, surrounded by his beloved family. He was a devoted husband, father, son, brother, friend and the most incredible Papa. Chris had a passion for golf, The University of Michigan, watching his grandchildren participate in sports, and adored his two pups. He is survived...
Shirley Lake
Apr 2, 2024
With heavy hearts and fond memories we bid farewell to Shirley Lake, who passed away on April 2, 2024. Born Shirley Williams on July 15, 1939, in Detroit, Michigan, her life was an inspirational melody of love, resilience, and grace that touched everyone who knew her. As George Eliot once said, "What do we live for, if not to make...
Iris Cole
Apr 1, 2024
Iris Koleen Cole, age 57, of Harrison, Michigan, passed away Monday, April 1, 2024 at MyMichigan Medical Center in Midland, Michigan. The daughter of Jack Melvin & Ivy Margaret (Melow) Hootman, she was born on May 7, 1966 in Detroit, Michigan. For 21 years Iris worked at Medilodge of Clare as a certified nurse’s aide and enjoyed shopping, camping, visiting...
Glenn Depue
Apr 1, 2024
We mourn the loss yet celebrate the life of Glenn O. DePue, a resilient man whose spirit, talent, and creativity touched many lives. Glenn was born on November 9, 1947, in St Johns, MI, USA, and spent most of his life in Carson City, Michigan. His journey through life was a testament to his smart and resourceful nature, his journey...
Leman Robirds
Mar 31, 2024
Leman David Robirds, age 70, of West Olive, Michigan, went home to be with the Lord on the morning of Easter Sunday, March 31, 2024. He was Born in Jonesboro, Arkansas, on December 24,1953. He proudly served in the United States Marine Corps in his late teenage years, and later became employed at Hart &Cooley as a Hilo driver/step-up supervisor...
Max Barnes
Mar 29, 2024
Max passed away peacefully on March 29, 2024. Max was born January 15, 1939 in Grand Rapids, MI to Frank and Iris Barnes. Max was preceded in death by his parents, Bill and Iris Wickering; nephew, Matthew Sampson; father & mother in-law, Logan and Marian Wright; granddaughter, Emily Barnes; brother & sister in-laws, Bill and Joyce Herb, Frank and Ruth...

Lockwood Oliver
Mar 29, 2024
Lockwood Lee Oliver III, age 74, of Newaygo, Michigan, passed away on Friday, March 29, 2024 surrounded by his loving children at Corewell Health Grand Rapids Butterworth Hospital. The son of Lockwood II & Patsy Ruth (Gray) Oliver, he was born on May 29, 1949 in Columbus, Ohio. Lee dedicated himself to his two children and to his profession. He...
Gladys Stacey
Mar 26, 2024
Gladys G. (Field) Stacey of Marshall, Michigan, formally of Charlotte Michigan, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 26, 2024, at her residence. She was under the care of Oaklawn Hospice and her loving family. Gladys was born February 15, 1924, in Nashville, Tennessee the oldest daughter of George W. Field, and Jeannette (Rice) Field, who preceded her in death, as...
Alan Stover
Mar 26, 2024
Alan Francis Stover passed away on March 26, 2024. Born on November 17, 1943, in Muskegon, Michigan, he spent his 80 years nurturing a deep love for his home state. Alan's favorite pastime was sharing stories about his adventures and experiences. His gift for storytelling made him an excellent salesman, a skill he honed after his early years at Bissell....