Obituary Listing

Jamie Johnson

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

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

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

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

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

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,...

Pearl Fohlbrook

Pearl Fohlbrook

Oct 4, 2023

Pearl Darlene Fohlbrook, aged 82, passed away on Wednesday, October 4, 2023 at home. Pearl was an incredible woman, much loved by family and friends. She will be remembered for Sunday and Holiday dinners, her love of Christmas, homemade pies, her never empty candy dish and for spoiling her dogs. Throughout her life, she exhibited an absolute love for her...

Susan Grant

Susan Grant

Oct 4, 2023

Susan Constance Grant of Chase, Michigan, passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by her Beloved family in the early hours of the morning on Wednesday, October 4, 2023. Susan was born on June 24, 1952 in Detroit, Michigan, and was the daughter to the late Andrew Leo Funchar and Thelma (Jackie) Marie Funchar. She was also predeceased by her...

Stewart Kern

Stewart Kern

Oct 3, 2023

Stewart James Kern, age 70, of Hopkins, Michigan passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 3, 2023. He was born December 12, 1952, in Allegan, to the late Melvin and Lois (Raab) Kern. Stewart graduated from Hopkins High School with the class of 1971. Stewart attended WMU. Retired from Meijer and was employed as a stock clerk while there. Stewart was...

Matthew Sullivan

Matthew Sullivan

Oct 3, 2023

Matthew 'Sully' Sullivan Sr., a man known for his generous heart, quick wit, and an infectious sense of humor, experienced his final sunset on October 3, 2023. Born on September 5, 1970, in Grand Rapids, MI, Sully lived an extraordinary life full of laughter, love, and many thunderstorms. He was a passionate softball player, a dedicated baseball coach, and a...

Peter Stallkamp

Peter Stallkamp

Oct 2, 2023

Peter Bradley Stallkamp, age 64, of Gowen, Michigan, passed away Monday, October 2, 2023 at Mission Point of Belding. The son of Leon F. & Mary Lou (Schmitzer) Stallkamp, he was born on August 15, 1959 in Columbus, Ohio. Survivors include siblings, John and Paula Stallkamp, Don and Lisa Sheppard, and Frank and Rhonda Stallkamp. To send a message of...

Christopher Dilliner

Christopher Dilliner

Oct 2, 2023

Christopher Charles Dilliner, known affectionately as Christopher, was born on April 12, 1991, in the charming town of Ludington, Michigan, and passed away on Monday, October 2, 2023 at Corewell Health-Butterworth Hospital in Grand Rapids, Michigan. His infectious smile and compassionate spirit were his signature traits. Christopher was a beacon of love, comfort, and sincerity to those he interacted with....

Jaime Jorge Walderrama

Jaime Jorge Walderrama

Oct 1, 2023

Jaime Jorge-Walderrama, age 93, of Grand Rapids, passed away on Sunday, October 1, 2023. He was born on September 5, 1930, in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. To send a message of sympathy to the family, sign Jaime’s online guest book, or to share a favorite memory, please visit: www.MichiganCremation.com Cremation arrangements are entrusted to Michigan Cremation & Funeral Care, Grand...

Harry (Skip) Baxter

Harry (Skip) Baxter

Sep 30, 2023

Harry “Skip” Murvin Baxter III, aged 79 of Ada, MI went to his eternal home on Saturday, September 30, 2023. He was born on August 26, 1944 in Detroit to parents Harry “Bud” and Arlene Baxter. Skip graduated from East Grand Rapids High School in 1963. He immediately enlisted with the United States Navy. He served in Bermuda where he...

William Wiltjer

William Wiltjer

Sep 26, 2023

William “Bill” Rodger Wiltjer, age 68, of Walker, Michigan, passed away on Tuesday, September 26, 2023. He was born July 23, 1955, in Grand Rapids, MI to the late Richard and Pauline (Chase) Wiltjer. He worked at Krell Paper Company for over 30 years. Bill married the love of his life, Beverly “Jean” Oswalt on July 22, 1995, in Grand...

Robert Jensen

Robert Jensen

Sep 25, 2023

Robert (Bob) Duane Jensen, 81 of Muskegon, MI passed on September 14th, 2023. Celebration of life ceremony will be held at 11:00 am Saturday, October 21st at City Heart Ministries- 2640 Peck Street Muskegon, MI 49444. Bob was born in Briley, Michigan to Bernard and Margaret Jensen on September 5th, 1942. He was a Veteran of the Korean DMZ Conflict,...

Ivan Cortes-Bettancourt

Ivan Cortes-Bettancourt

Sep 25, 2023

Ivan Cortes-Bettancourt (54), a beloved resident of Grand Rapids, born in Santiago, Chile, left this world after a courageous year-long battle with cancer. Ivan passed peacefully, in the embrace of his sons and siblings, on September 25th, 2023. He was a vibrant force and warm smile that was ready to craft a bond with anyone. We say goodbye to the...

Lynda Buckner

Lynda Buckner

Sep 25, 2023

Lynda Jean Buckner (Stalsberg) passed away on Monday, Sept. 25, 2023, due to natural causes. She joins the one and only love of her life, Harold Leo Buckner, in the kingdom of heaven. She will patiently wait there for her loving surviving family members, sister, Mary Strait; sons, Harold E. Buckner and Byron (Ron) Buckner; step-daughter, Marsha K Buckner; and...

Richard Wilson

Richard Wilson

Sep 23, 2023

Richard Wayne Wilson, 79, of Battle Creek, Michigan, passed away Saturday September 23, 2023, at Bronson Hospital in Battle Creek, Michigan. The son of Woodrow & Mildred (Collier) Wilson, he was born on April 28, 1944 in Paducah, KY. A veteran of the United States Navy, Richard served honorably during the Vietnam War Era and attained the rank of Airman...

Barbara Hooks

Barbara Hooks

Sep 22, 2023

Barbara Ann (Phillips) Hooks, age 69, of Kentwood, Michigan, passed away peacefully on Friday, September 22, 2023, surrounded by family. She was born March 23, 1954, in Lansing, MI to Harry and Nancy (Randall) Phillips. When Barb was 6 years old, they moved to Ypsilanti, MI, where she was a high achiever in school and active in Girl Scouts, church...