Obituary Listing
Harry G. Blount
Jan 2, 2024
Harry Glenn Blount, age 80, of Greenville, passed away Tuesday, January 2, 2024 at his home after a sudden illness. The son of Thelma L. (Bowers) & Tyler L. Blount, Sr., he was born on January 18, 1943 in Belding, where he graduated from high school in 1961. Harry retired from the former Tower Automotive in Greenville, had been active...
Kenneth Shears
Jan 1, 2024
Kenneth Shears, age 70, of Grand Rapids passed away on January 1, 2024. Kenneth worked most of his career as a car salesman. He enjoyed his work family at Berger Chevrolet and Todd Wenzel GMC, where he retired from car sales in 2023. In addition, he also enjoyed his spiritual family, as he served as one of Jehovah’s Witnesses. Kenneth...
Julieann Sage
Jan 1, 2024
Julie’s spirit left her body while staying in Faith Hospice at Trillium Woods. She was grateful for the wonderful care she received by the competent and passionate staff. She was preceded in death by her parents Edward and Helen VanDellen. Survivors include her life long best friend and husband, Charlie; sisters, Laurie (Eli) Bradley, Diane (Joe) Belbot, Debbie (Joel) DeBoer,...
Marie Arens
Dec 31, 2023
Marie Francis (Murdick) Arens, age 85, of Paw Paw, Michigan, passed away Sunday, December 31, 2023. She was born December 23, 1938, to the late William and Pearl (Knight) Murdick. She is survived by three children and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Marie was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, and four children. Per her wishes cremation has taken...
Joann Fenner
Dec 31, 2023
JoAnn (Spindler) Fenner of Grand Rapids passed away peacefully at home on December 31, 2023. She was born in Washington, D.C. on October 29, 1942, to Betty (Bigger) & James B. Spindler. Jo and her parents moved to Detroit after WWII, later living in Midland and Ypsilanti. Jo graduated from Belleville High School in 1961, later attending Cleary College and...
Kenneth Perdue
Dec 30, 2023
Kenneth Lee Perdue, 74, of Greenville passed away on December 30th, 2023 surrounded by family. Ken was born on December 23rd, 1949 to Johanna and Edward Perdue of Greenville. After graduating from Greenville High School, Ken briefly attended Ferris State college with intent to become an ophthalmologist. Ken was a hardworking person and went on to work at Tower Automotive...
Laura Helmer
Dec 29, 2023
Laura Jean Helmer, age 61, a lifelong resident of Sparta, Michigan, stepped into the presence of her Lord and Savior on December 29, 2023. Her life was a testament to her faith, as she lived out the words of Psalm 119:105, "Your word is a lamp for my feet, a light on my path." Laura was born March 10, 1962,...
Barbara Vandam
Dec 28, 2023
Barbara L. VanDam walked into the arms of her savior on December 28, 2023. She was born in Grand Rapids, Michigan, on November 12, 1955. She found joy in being outdoors, reveling in God’s creation. Camping in the Manistee National Forest was among her favorite places. Despite her body holding her back, her spirit never would. A few weeks ago...
Billy Bates
Dec 28, 2023
Billy Ray Bates, born November 25, 1946, passed away on December 28, 2023 at the age of seventy-seven (77). He was born in the foothills of the Ozark Mountains in Alicia, Arkansas. As a very young boy, he moved north to Sparta, Michigan. There he was raised by his parents, Edna and Stanley Bates, with his two younger brothers, Dale...
Darlene Wabeke
Dec 27, 2023
Darlene Ruth (Staat) Wabeke, age 74, received the eternal embrace of her Creator on December 27, 2023, after a lifetime of faithfully listening and following the plans He had set forth for her on Earth, as guided by Jeremiah 29:11 & Proverbs 3:5-6. Devoted to caring for her family and touching the lives of those she encountered, Darlene's spirit was...
Judith Alber
Dec 26, 2023
Judith L. Alber, passed away peacefully on December 26, 2023, at the age of 83, in Kent County, Michigan. She was born on October 17, 1940, in Grand Rapids, Michigan to Melvin & Thyra Hutt (nee: Berggren). Judith's greatest joy was her family, whom she cherished with all her heart. She is survived by her loving children, Kathleen Ferguson and...
Arthur Allers
Dec 26, 2023
With profound sadness, we share the passing of Arthur Erwin Allers, who left us peacefully on December 26, 2023. Born on July 18, 1957, in Stanwood Hospital, Stanwood, Michigan, Arthur, affectionately known as Art to his friends and family, lived a life that was as vibrant as his personality. A compassionate and loving soul, Arthur had a magnetic presence, a...
Natallie Overholt
Dec 24, 2023
Natallie Irene Overholt, age 44, of Burr Oak, Michigan, passed away peacefully surrounded by the love of her family at her childhood home, Spring River Ranch on Sunday, December 24, 2023. She was born March 24, 1979, in Sturgis, Michigan, to Howard and Joyce (Mabie) Overholt. Natallie graduated from Bronson High School with the class of 1998. She went on...
Ich Nguyen
Dec 24, 2023
Ich Thi Nguyen, age 91, of Wyoming, Michigan, passed away on Sunday, December 24, 2023 at her home under the loving care of her family. The daughter of Ngwyen Van & Tran Thi (nee Cuong) Guong, she was born on December 31, 1931 in Vung Tau, Vietnam. Ich dedicated herself to farming and her family. Funeral services to be held...
Dennis Platz
Dec 24, 2023
Dennis Lyn Platz, 62, of Wyoming, passed away Sunday December 24, 2023. Dennis was born December 12, 1961 to Edward, Joann Platz, He was raised in Byron Center. He worked for Pries Supply Co. for about thirty years. Dennis enjoyed watching football, especially Michigan Wolverines! Also loved playing pool at Charlie’s Pub & Sands! He made friends every where he...
Anna Burleson
Dec 24, 2023
Anna Burleson, age 88, of Hubbardston, Michigan, passed away on Christmas Eve, Sunday, December 24, 2023 at The Laurels of Carson City with her family at her side. The daughter of Friedrich Bernard & Elisabeth Maria (Klauer) Böhm, she was born on January 23, 1935 in Darmstadt, Germany. After meeting and falling in love with Jackie R. Burleson (a young...
Phyllis Davis
Dec 22, 2023
Phyllis Marie Davis, age 87, of Zeeland, Michigan, passed away Friday, December 22, 2023. She was born September 15, 1936, in Muskegon, Michigan to the late Robert and Mary Davis. Per her wishes cremation has taken place and no formal services will be held at this time. Cremation arrangements are entrusted to Michigan Cremation & Funeral Care, Grand Rapids, 616-452-3006.
Joy Giacoletto
Dec 21, 2023
Joy Ann Giacoletto, a compassionate soul and beacon of light, passed away on December 21, 2023. Born in Chicago, IL on September 16, 1960, Joy was a person whose name truly reflected her inner spirit. Her thoughtfulness was radiated in every act, reaching out to touch the lives of everyone she encountered. As Emily Dickinson once wrote, "If I can...
Yong Adams
Dec 20, 2023
Yong Hui Adams, born Yong Hui Chang on May 26, 1943, in Seoul, South Korea, peacefully passed away on December 20, 2023, in Lansing, Michigan, at the age of 80. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. Yong was a beautiful, caring, and loving individual. She was known for her hard work and dedication, both as a bartender,...
Melinda Kooman
Dec 20, 2023
Melinda J. Kooman, age 48, of White Cloud, Michigan, passed away on Wednesday, December 20, 2023 at her home under the loving care of her husband and Corewell Health Hospice. She was lovingly known as 'Mindy' by her friends and family. The daughter of Thomas & Joyce (Brink) Koopman, she was born on January 30, 1975 in Zeeland, Michigan. On...
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