Obituary Listing
Billy L. Sanders
Sep 22, 2025
Billy Litchfield Sanders, age 80, of Vestaburg, Michigan, passed away Monday evening, September 22, 2025, at the Woodland Hospice House in Mount Pleasant, Michigan, with his family at his side.
The son of William & Bessie (Cooper) Sanders, he was born on August 20, 1945, in Vestaburg, Michigan, and had worked starting at the Wickes Grain Elevator in Vestaburg and retired...
Joyce Elaine Martin
Sep 19, 2025
Joyce Elaine Martin (Metternick), age 78 of Clarksville, MI, went to be with her Lord and Savior on September 19, 2025. Family surrounded her at home as she peacefully passed into eternity.
Joyce was born on December 1, 1946, to Joseph and Gladys Metternick. She was a devoted wife and loving mother and will be missed by all.
She is preceded in...
Jason Robert May
Sep 19, 2025
Jason Robert May, age 75, of Wyoming, Michigan, passed away peacefully on Friday, September 19, 2025.
He was born June 18, 1950, in Omer, Michigan, to the late Vernon and Dorothy (Hoover) May.
Jason graduated from Arenac Eastern High School with the class of 1968. He married his wife, Cindy Lou May, on May 20, 1978, in Wyoming, Michigan.
Jason spent most of...
Marquette Anthony Riggs
Sep 17, 2025
Marquette Anthony Riggs, age 45, of Grand Rapids, Michigan, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, September 17, 2025.
The son of Mary Ann Smith & Willie Armstrong, he was born on August 27, 1980 in Peoria, Illinois, and later moved to Grand Rapids, Michigan.
He had an amazing smile, a kind soul, and dealt with his share of struggles. He had a passion...
Vincent Boyd Denman
Sep 17, 2025
Vincent Boyd Denman, age 61, of Stanton, Michigan, passed away late Wednesday, September 17, 2025 at his home under the loving care of his family and Hospice of Michigan. The son of Larry Cecil Denman & Linda Lou (Cooper) Denman, he was born on November 30, 1963 in Sheridan.
Vince was a skilled mechanic and could out-tinker anyone, anytime. He enjoyed...
James Keith Bowers
Sep 16, 2025
James “Skip” Keith Bowers of Kankakee, Illinois, passed away on September 16, 2025, at the age of 93, after a brief illness. Born on September 9, 1932, in Clifton, Illinois, Skip lived a long and meaningful life rooted in love, service, and quiet strength. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Josephine Ponton Bowers, who passed on December...
Harold Scott Tewksbury
Sep 15, 2025
Harold Scott Tewksbury, age 68, of Idlewild, Michigan, passed away Monday, September 15, 2025 at his home under the loving care of his family and Corewell Health Hospice. The son of Beverly (Boos) Matthews, he was born on December 10, 1956 in Grand Rapids.
Harold was an avid outdoorsman, and enjoyed gun and bow hunting and fishing with his step-father-in-law, Fred,...
Bill "Buster" Buckner
Sep 14, 2025
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Bill “Buster” Buckner, a man whose life was a shining example of love, faith, and resilience. Bill passed away peacefully on September 14, 2025, at the age of 66. Born on December 3, 1958, Bill's unwavering devotion to his family, his Lord, and his friends touched countless lives. Bill,...
Mary Lou Adams
Sep 13, 2025
Mary Lou Adams passed away September 13th, 2025, at Cass County Medical Facility in Cassopolis, MI, after a long battle with dementia.
She was born in Mishawaka, Indiana, on October 13th, 1947, and enjoyed crocheting, camping, gardening, fishing, sewing, traveling, NASCAR, and family.
She worked for many years in RV manufacturing before retiring from Camco Industries in Elkhart, Indiana, around 2010.
She is...
Joanne Mary Grow
Sep 13, 2025
Joanne Mary Grow (Irrer), age 91, from Lansing, Michigan, passed away peacefully with family on Saturday, September 13, 2025 at her home under the loving care of her daughters, Michelle and Melinda. The family extends its gratitude to the staff of Elara Caring Hospice for their kind and compassionate care in her final weeks.
Joanne was a New Year’s baby born...
Michael D VanDusen
Sep 13, 2025
Michael D. "Mike" VanDusen, age 72, of Otsego, Michigan, passed away September 13, 2025. Born February 6, 1953, in Kalamazoo, Michigan, one of five boys, grew up in Delton, Michigan. Mike worked at Allegan Metal Finishing Company for 27 years before retiring in 2010. He loved fishing, hunting, westerns, and was an avid Elvis Pressley fan with a remarkable collection.
He...
Jeffrey Eric Arntson
Sep 10, 2025
With heaviest of hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved, Jeffrey Eric Arntson, who left this Earth on September 10th, 2025 at the age of 61. He was at home in Jenison, MI with loved ones by his side.
He is survived in death by his spouse of 38 years, Susan Gordon Arntson. His 4 children Rachael Arntson Currie (Najee),...
Kelli Joi Hamilton
Sep 10, 2025
Kelli Hamilton, 55, of Cedar Springs, Michigan, passed away peacefully on September 10, 2025, after a courageous nine-month battle with cancer, surrounded by her loved ones.
Born on January 22, 1970, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, Kelli was the beloved daughter of the late Phyllis Mull. From an early age, she brought light and laughter into the lives of everyone she met....
David Floyd Anthony Gillett
Sep 10, 2025
David Floyd Anthony Gillett, age 82, of Greenville, Michigan, passed away early Wednesday morning, September 10. 2025 at Green Acres of Greenville. The son of Floyd Edge & Eleanor Ruth (Peterson) Gillett, he was born on August 28, 1943 in Grand Rapids, Michigan.
When his college education was interrupted by a draft notice, David proudly enlisted in the United States Air...
William De Graaf Jr.
Sep 8, 2025
William De Graaf, Jr. passed away at the University of Michigan Health-West hospital in Wyoming, Michigan, on September 8, 2025, after a long journey with dementia. He was born in Zeeland, MI on March 12, 1948, to William De Graaf and Marian (Van Den Bosch) De Graaf. He attended Zeeland Elementary School and graduated from Zeeland High School in 1966....
Roger Ball
Sep 7, 2025
In 1962, Roger began what would become a remarkable career at WZZM-TV 13 in Grand Rapids. He joined the station just two weeks after it launched from the historic Pantlind Hotel in downtown Grand Rapids, working initially as a projectionist. As the station grew, so did Roger’s career - advancing to control room operator in 1969, master control room engineer...
Elizabeth Dean
Sep 7, 2025
Elizabeth (Liz) Ann Dean, age 87, of Stanwood (Canadian Lakes), MI, passed away Sunday evening, September 7, 2025 at home under the loving care of her family and Hospice of Michigan. The daughter of Francis (Frank) Adolphus & Hilma (Kasari) Vanderhelst, she was born on July 10, 1938 in Bronx, New York.
A 1956 graduate of Mackenzie High School in Detroit,...
Scot VanVleet
Sep 7, 2025
Scot William “Double V” VanVleet, 56, passed away peacefully at home in Grandville, Michigan, on September 7, 2025, surrounded by his loving family, after a courageous three-year battle with pancreatic cancer. He was born on February 10, 1969, in Grand Rapids, Michigan.
Scot lived life with passion and joy. He loved cooking, Corvettes, and Harleys, and could often be found at...
Rosemary Terres
Aug 31, 2025
Surrounded by love, Rosemary (Sinicropi) Terres, 76, went to Our Lord on August 31, 2025, after a life of love and laughter. She was born on February 21, 1949, in Lansing, Michigan.
Rosemary is survived by her husband of over 50 years, Richard Terres, two daughters, Christen Scharaswak and Katherine Decker, three grandchildren: Jacob Scharaswak, Mia Scharaswak, and Genevieve Decker, brothers...
James H. "Jumbo" Stoken, Jr.
Aug 31, 2025
James “Jumbo” Herbert Stoken, Jr., born November 11, 1961, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, to James and Sandra Stoken, passed away on August 31, 2025, after a hard fought battle with cancer. A proud United States Marine Corps veteran, Jumbo carried the values of a Marine throughout his life and remained faithful to God, family, and friends.
He was a graduate of...
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