Charles Lee "Chuck" Farris
Mar 11, 2026
Charles Lee “Chuck” Farris, age 64, of Wyoming, passed away on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, fighting until the very end, surrounded by his family.
He was born on January 24, 1962, in Grand Rapids, to Charles & Ruth Farris.
Chuck proudly served his country in the U.S. Army serving as an MP stationed in Korea.
He enjoyed fishing, going to the Berlin Racetrack....
Donita Joann Hebeeb
Mar 10, 2026
Donita Joann Hebeeb, born February 1, 1947, in Allegan, Michigan, passed away peacefully on March 10, 2026, surrounded by her two daughters.
Donita built a beautiful life grounded in love, family, meaningful work, and the simple joys she shared with those closest to her. She devoted many years to her career in Accounts Payable, first at Rockwell and later retiring from...
Jason Phillip Morgan Price
Mar 8, 2026
Jason Phillip Morgan Price
AKA
Uncle Daddy
Born November 18, 1975 in Grand Rapids, Michigan, passed away peacefully in his wife’s arms on March 8th, 2026.
He is preceded in death by his son Phillip Morgan Price III, Mother Linda Neilsen, Father Phillip Price, Brother Phillip Price II, cousins Nick Neilson, and Shannon and Brett Kangas.
He is survived by his wife Cheri Price, his...
Forrest SCOTT Strenzel
Mar 7, 2026
Forrest SCOTT Strenzel, 79 of Wyoming, Mi passed away
Saturday, March 7th, 2026 of pancreatic cancer.
He was born in Reed City, Mi. March 25th, 1946 to Ed and Thelma Strenzel where he grew up testing every boundary given to him. I’m sure if you’re reading this, you’ve heard him tell at least one of those stories.
Scott graduated from Reed City High...
David Lee Gage
Mar 7, 2026
With heavy hearts and deep love, David Lee Gage, age 73, of Kalamazoo, Michigan, entered his peace on Saturday, March 7, 2026. David passed away of natural causes in his home, surrounded by his immediate family.
David graduated from Loy Norrix High School in 1970 and attended Kalamazoo Valley Community College before later attending Western Michigan University. After many years of...
Allan H. Krohn
Mar 7, 2026
Allan Harvey Krohn, age 79, of Grand Rapids, passed away on Saturday, March 7, 2026. He was born on July 15,1946 in Port Huron.
Allen served honorably in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War, achieving the rank of Private First Class. He was awarded the National Defense Service Medal.
Military honors will be rendered by the Kent County Veteran Honor Guard...
Diane Lynn Root
Mar 7, 2026
It is with deep sadness that we announce Diane Lynn Root (LaCoss) passed away on the morning of March 7 th , 2026, after a short but difficult battle with cancer.
Diane was born at Borgess hospital in Kalamazoo, MI to Theodore R. LaCoss and Olive E. LaCoss (Howe) on April 29 th , 1955. On June 30 th ,...
Caroline Louise Hilton
Mar 6, 2026
Caroline Louise Hilton, age 87, of Wyoming, Michigan, passed away on March 6, 2026.
Caroline was born on April 4, 1938 in Baldwin, Michigan.
Caroline's greatest joy in life was her family.
She is survived by her daughter Diane (Ken) Horton, sons; Daniel (Chris) Desrosiers II, Rick (Bonnie) Desrosiers, Darrin (Halina) Desrosiers, 14 Grandchildren, 30 Great Grandchildren, and 3 Great-Great Grandchildren.
She is also...
Tracy Blakeman
Mar 2, 2026
Tracy Lynn Guilds Blakeman, born June 7, 1968, to Raymond and Sharon Guilds, passed away peacefully on March 2, 2026, after a fierce and courageous battle with cancer. Raised in Dundee, Michigan, Tracy grew up surrounded by the warmth and love of her family and community. She graduated from Dundee High School, carrying with her the spirit of a small...
Roger Otto Schrock
Mar 2, 2026
Roger Otto Schrock, age 91, recently of Fennville, passed away peacefully at his home at Golden Orchards Assisted Living on Monday March 2, 2026 in the glow of a glorious late winter sunset.
Roger was born in Grand Rapids on March 14, 1934 to Vera (Bearss) Schrock and Otto Schrock. He attended Wyoming Public Schools where he met his high school...
Charles William Belonga
Mar 2, 2026
Charles Belonga, 88, of Grand Rapids, Michigan, passed away peacefully on March 2, 2026. Born on January 12, 1938, in St. Ignace, Michigan, to Earl and Ruth(Mckenzie).Charles lived a life marked by devotion to his family, faith, and country.A proud veteran of the United States Air Force, Charles served his nation with honor and dedication. His commitment to the Armed...
Edwin Francis Waslawski
Feb 28, 2026
Edwin Francis Waslawski – Edwin Francis Waslawski, age 96, passed away peacefully on February 28, 2026.
Husband of Mary Ann (deceased), father of Diane Vogler (deceased), Steven (Mary Ellen), Karen Case, and James (Jason); son of Antoine G. Waslawski and Gertrude Metchtilda Wieczorynski (both deceased); brother of Henry (deceased); Jerome (deceased); Richard (deceased); Joanne Sionkowski (deceased); grandfather of Eva, Melissa, Michael,...
Cecilia Mereness
Feb 28, 2026
Cecilia (Cele) Anne Mereness, 89, passed away peacefully on February 28, 2026, surrounded by her two daughters and son-in-law.
Born on January 23, 1937, in Sheboygan, Wisconsin, to Winifred and Oscar Holkeboer, Cele carried both steadiness and spark from the very beginning. A graduate of Calvin College with a degree in Elementary Education, she began her life’s work in the classroom,...
Terrirae "Terri" Marie Simpson
Feb 28, 2026
TerriRae “Terri” Marie Simpson, age 59, of Grand Rapids, Michigan, was called home to eternal peace on February 28, 2026, following a period of declining health. Though her passing came sooner than expected, her family finds comfort in knowing she is now free from suffering and embraced in everlasting rest.
Terri was born on February 9, 1967, in Gladwin, Michigan, to...
Epke Vander Berg
Feb 27, 2026
Epke Vander Berg, age 84, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on February 27, 2026. He was born on February 19, 1942, to parents Alfred and Wilma Vander Berg, at home in Harkema, Opeinde, Friesland, the Netherlands. The family immigrated to Grand Rapids, MI in 1949 after WWII. His name was changed to Edward.
He met Jenniete (Nita) Van Dellen...
Richard Gardner Kimball
Feb 27, 2026
“Coach” Richard Gardner Kimball, a beloved mentor, coach, and pioneer in the world of lacrosse, passed away peacefully on February 27, 2026, in East Lansing, Michigan. He was 75 years old.
Born on March 24, 1950, in Hartford, Connecticut, to William Richard Kimball and Bernice (Allery) Kimball, Rich’s passion for sports and education shaped his life’s work. He earned a bachelor’s...
Kris Larry Kunst
Feb 26, 2026
Kris Larry Kunst, age 73, passed away on February 26, 2026.
Kris had a quick wit and enjoyed conversation. He liked staying busy with projects and took satisfaction in getting a job done. He had a longtime love for Harley-Davidson motorcycles and enjoyed exploring gadgets and new technology.
He is survived by his wife, Penny Kunst; his children, Ruth (DeZwaan) Doane and...
Dian Lynn Main
Feb 26, 2026
Dian Lynn (Shelberg) Main died on February 26, 2026 in Kalamazoo, MI.
She was born in Florence, Alabama, to Edward and Nell (Ray) Shelberg on October 8, 1944. She was raised in Lansing and graduated from Lansing Eastern High School in 1963, and attended Lansing Community College. She was involved in theater as well as raising, training, and showing dogs. As...
Catherine L. O'Connell
Feb 26, 2026
Catherine L. O’Connell, known affectionately to friends and family as Cathy, passed away on February 26, 2026, in Grand Rapids, Michigan. She was born on August 21, 1960, in Orange County, California, and spent her life leaving warmth in the places she touched and in the people she loved.
Cathy was preceded in death by her husband, Pat O’Connell; her mother,...
Shelia McGruther
Feb 26, 2026
Shelia was born and raised in Muskegon Michigan to the union of Henry and Yvonne McGruther. Sheila graduated from Orchard View High School in 1973. She was employed at Sentry Private Detective & Security Agency as a security guard. Shelia was a lover of motorcycles and loved going to (Bike Time) along with attending Harley Davidson events. Shelia was always...
