Obituary Listing

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...

Sally Barnhart

Sally Barnhart

May 25, 2024

Our beloved mother, Sally Barnhart, passed away on Saturday, May 25, 2024, after a short illness. She was 86. Her greatest joy was being a mom to Betsy Granstra, Brian (Chari) Granstra, and her beloved miniature schnauzer, Lilly. She was welcomed to heaven by her parents, Willis and Blanche Barnhart, brother, Frank Barnhart, sister, Elizabeth Barnhart, best friends, Diane Wroblewski...

Robert Timmer

Robert Timmer

May 23, 2024

Robert W. Timmer, age 90, joined his beloved wife in eternal rest on Thursday, May 23, 2024. He was born on December 14, 1933 in Holland, MI to John & Ada Timmer. A veteran of the United States Army, Robert served honorably during the Korean war era and attained the rank of Specialist 3rd Class. He was employed for over...

Elpidio Caballero Jimenez

Elpidio Caballero Jimenez

May 23, 2024

Elpidio Caballero Jimenez, age 79, of Grand Rapids, passed away on Thursday, May 23, 2024. He was born on November 16, 1944, in Durango, Mexico. Visitation will be held from 6:00 pm until 8:00 pm on Tuesday, May 28, 2024, at Michigan Cremation & Funeral Care, 3627 Linden Avenue SE, Grand Rapids. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated...

Paula Kelly

Paula Kelly

May 22, 2024

Paula Lynn (Shoup) Kelly, age 62, of Wyoming, Michigan, passed away peacefully, surrounded by loved ones, after a three-year battle with uterine cancer on Wednesday, May 22, 2024. She was born March 5, 1962, in Grand Rapids, MI to the late Jerry and Judy (Grotenrath) Shoup and proceeded in death by her Father-in-Law Bernard Kelly. Paula graduated from Kellogsville High...

Martha Dunning

Martha Dunning

May 22, 2024

Martha Jones Dunning passed away on May 22nd, 2024. She was born November 19,1928 in Columbus, Ohio to Lester and Petrina (Ross) Jones, who pre-deceased her, as did her husband Allen D. Dunning and her sons Stephen and David. She is survived by her daughter Peggy (Mark) Cousineau of Kaysville, Utah and her son Peter (Trina) Dunning of Grand Rapids,...

Marilyn Koenig

Marilyn Koenig

May 21, 2024

Marilyn Jean (Bigelow) Koenig, age 77, of Kalamazoo, Michigan, passed away peacefully with family by her side, after a brief illness on Tuesday, May 21, 2024. She was born February 21, 1947, in Kalamazoo, MI to the late Raymond E. and Helen Jean (Ferguson) Bigelow. Marilyn graduated from Mattawan High School with the class of 1965 and attended Western Michigan...

Joe Sherron

Joe Sherron

May 21, 2024

Joe W. Sherron, passed away on his 98th Birthday, May 21, 2024. He was born on May 21, 1926, in Paducah, KY, to Jesse & Margaret Sherron. Joe proudly served his country in the U.S. Army during the end of World War II. He was awarded the Asiatic-Pacific Theater Service Medal and the Good Conduct Medal. Joe Lived A Good...

Kenneth Olsson

Kenneth Olsson

May 18, 2024

With a heavy heart and fond memories, we announce the passing of Kenneth J. Olsson, affectionately known as Kenny J or Bird, on May 18, 2024. Born on September 15, 1958, in Lakeview, Michigan, Ken was a loving, funny, ambitious, and generous man whose zest for life was contagious. He had the ability to light up any room with his...