Obituary Listing
Joyce Hoogstraten
Oct 21, 2023
Joyce Elayne (Marcusse) Hoogstraten, 93, of Kalamazoo, Michigan, died on October 21, 2023 of old age. She was born on November 11, 1929 to Abraham and Martha Marcus, grew up in Kalamazoo along with her brother Frederick, and graduated from Kalamazoo Central High School. She married Robert Hoogstraten in 1948 and they eventually settled in Richland, in a house that...
Maria Padilla
Oct 20, 2023
Maria De Los Angeles Padilla passed away on Friday, October 20, 2023. A beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, Maria resided in Kentwood, Michigan, where she filled her home with warmth, laughter, and endless stories of her adventurous spirit. She was born on December 17, 1958. Maria is survived by her devoted husband, Jose Padilla. Visitation will be held on Tuesday,...
Carole Maichele
Oct 19, 2023
Carole Frances Maichele (Ribbens), age 85, of Grand Rapids, MI & Punta Gorda, FL went peacefully into the arms of Jesus on October 20th, 2023. She is remembered for her impeccable fashion sense, enjoyment of humming birds, and love for her family. She was preceded in death by her husband of 52 years, Ronald, niece Stephanie Semeyn, and parents Leonard...
Judith Skinner
Oct 19, 2023
Judith K. Skinner, a 50 year resident of Greenville, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, October 19, 2023 at the age of 82. Judy was married for over 60 years to retired Probate/Juvenile Court Judge Edward L. Skinner, who survives her. Their son, Bradley, preceded her in death and she is survived by a son, Gregory Skinner of Plymouth,...
Guy Vansyckle
Oct 18, 2023
Guy Leon VanSyckle, age 66, of Big Rapids, Michigan, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 18, 2023. He was born December 10, 1956, in Big Rapids, MI, to the late Henry and Carol (Hudson) VanSyckle. Guy graduated from Big Rapids High School with the class of 1974, and later from Ferris State University in1987. Guy worked at Wolverine Worldwide for...
Marva Kerr
Oct 17, 2023
Marva Jean Kerr, age 86, of Hudsonville, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 17, 2023. She was born on April 15, 1937, in Grand Rapids, MI, to the late Ward & Lucille (Merritt) Hill. She is survived by her sister Nancy. She was preceded by her sister Bonnie and brothers Michael and Roger. On October 6, 1956, Marva married her...
Leona Romine
Oct 15, 2023
Leona Jean Romine, age 90, of Greenville, joined her late husband, James “Jim” Romine in Heaven with the rest of their family on Sunday, October 15, 2023 from Corewell Health-Greenville Hospital. The daughter of Donald & Catherine (Hansen) Edgar, she was born on December 29, 1932 in Winfield Township. In 1936 the family moved to Cato Township, where Leona lived...
Eleanor Geer Peake
Oct 13, 2023
Eleanor Geer Peake, age 98, of Gowen, Michigan, passed away early Friday morning, October 13, 2023 at her home under the loving care of her family and West Michigan Hospice. The daughter of John & Wanda Fialkowski, she was born on July 31, 1925 in Detroit, Michigan. On June 19, 1943, in Brighton, Michigan, she married Irving Delos Geer and...
Ann Christensen
Oct 13, 2023
In Loving Memory of Ann Ann Marie Christensen (ńee Skoboda) passed away on Friday the 13th of October. She joins her parents and beloved pets with their father in heaven. They have gained another beautiful angel to grace their presence, and we are certain she is already making fast friends. She was born on May 21st, 1961, at Butterworth Hospital...
David Kozak
Oct 12, 2023
David John Kozak, age 83, passed into eternal life on Thursday, October 12, 2023 – exactly 60 years from the day he married the love of his life, Clairice (Grzeszak), who survives him. He is also survived by his three children: Michelle (John) Grypma of Grandville, Michigan; Brian Kozak, of New Orleans, Louisiana; and Gary (Ann) Kozak of Hudsonville, Michigan....
William Watson
Oct 12, 2023
It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of our beloved father, William Nathan Watson, fondly known as Bill by his friends and family. Born on January 14, 1961, in Kalamazoo, MI, USA, Bill spent a significant portion of his life in Paw Paw, Michigan, where his charisma and charm became a staple in the community. As...
Barbara Phelps
Oct 12, 2023
Barbara Elaine (Weerts) Phelps was born on March 17, 1942, in Fairbury, Illinois, USA, to Harvey and Claire Weerts. She passed away on October 12, 2023, in Hudsonville, Michigan, where she had resided for the past 11 years. Barbara was an adventurous spirit, independent and driven. She was a creative soul who found joy in crafting, sewing, and storytelling. Her...
Robert Alvarez
Oct 12, 2023
Robert “UB” Lee Alvarez, age 71, of Wyoming, Michigan, passed away on October 12, 2023, at his home after a long illness brought on by his exposure to Agent Orange while serving in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. Bob passed just four days shy of his 72nd birthday, October 16th. He was preceded in death by his...
David Adamski
Oct 11, 2023
David Frank Adamski, 75, of Portage, Michigan, passed away Wednesday, October 11, 2023, at home. He was born on August 4, 1948 in South Haven, Michigan. A veteran of the Vietnam War, David served honorably with the United States Air Force, attained the rank of Sergeant, and was awarded the National Defense Service Medal; Small Arms Expert Marksmanship Ribbon; Vietnam...
Jamie Johnson
Oct 11, 2023
Jamie Ann (Bolton) Johnson, was born on September 19, 1978. She was raised by her parents, Carter and Susan, and had two sisters, Patty and Shelli. With their parents working a lot while they were growing up, the sisters were very close and liked to get into a little bit of trouble together as any teenagers do. From a young...
Donald Fannon
Oct 9, 2023
Donald "Buck" Eugene Fannon, age 84, of Hudsonville, Michigan, passed away peacefully at his home on Monday, October 9, 2023. He was born June 22, 1939, in Comstock Park, MI, to the late Eugene and Margaret (Schut) Fannon. Buck met the love of his life in his early years and never looked back. He married Peggy Ann Trethewey on February...
Jennifer Cavazos
Oct 9, 2023
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Jennifer Lynn Cavazos on the 9th of October, 2023. Born on the 6th of November 1990 in Grand Rapids, MI, Jennifer, or "Jen" as she was affectionately known, was the embodiment of love, laughter, and dedication. Her life was a testament to the undeniable strength of the human spirit,...
Marilyn Walters
Oct 6, 2023
Marilyn Walters, 95, passed away peacefully October 6, 2023, in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Marilyn was born July 21, 1928 in Cleveland, Ohio, the daughter of Orville Noble and Bertrice Belle (VanRensselaer) Stone. She attended Cleveland public schools followed by the University of Michigan, where she earned her B.A. in Education in 1950. She married Harold L. Walters on June 23,...
Ronald Emmert
Oct 5, 2023
Emmert, Ronald Lee, age 80, of Jenison, MI, passed into the arms of his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Thursday, October 5, 2023. Ron was born on April 8, 1943 in Bauer, MI. Ron will lovingly be remembered by his wife of 55 years, Alice (DeRuiter), his children, Todd & Sari Emmert (Elise & Cody Thompson, Joseph, Claire, &...
Valerie Bullock
Oct 4, 2023
Valerie A. Bullock Valerie Ann Bullock, age 83, formerly of Dearborn, Michigan, passed away Wednesday, October 4, 2023, at West Hickory Haven Nursing Center in Milford, Michigan surrounded by the love and prayers of her family. The daughter of Frank F. & Catherine Theresa (Chmielewski) Paulsen, she was born on April 11, 1940, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. On August 20, 1960,...
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