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Donald Spilde
Nov 24, 2025
Donald L. Spilde, 89, passed away Monday, November 24, 2025 at Valley View Care Center in Walker Michigan. He was a wonderful man and will be missed. He was born in Stoughton, Wisconsin, to Benny and Dorth Spilde. Donald was one of four children, Richard, Kenny, and Beverly. He married his wife, Janet Spilde, in July of...
Alice Robinson
Nov 21, 2025
Alice Marie "AJ" Robinson, age 65, passed away on November 21, 2025, in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Born on November 18, 1960, also in Grand Rapids, Alice spent her life rooted in the community she loved and served with unwavering dedication. A proud graduate of Grant Public Schools, Alice's passion for learning and helping others led her to...
Martin John Ludwick
Nov 21, 2025
Martin John Ludwick, affectionately known as Mart or Marty to his friends and family, passed away peacefully on November 21, 2025, at his daughter's home in Newaygo, MI. Marty's life was marked by his kind spirit, humorous nature, and wisdom that touched the lives of many.
He was born on July 22, 1951, in Grand...
Terry Lynn (Collins) Storey
Nov 20, 2025
Terry Lynn Storey, a beacon of joy and cherished soul, completed her earthly journey on November 20, 2025, at the age of 71, in the same city where her story began, Grand Rapids, Michigan. Born on February 5, 1954, Terry cultivated a life rich in laughter, adventure, and an unwavering dedication to those she loved.
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Richard Keith Johnson
Nov 19, 2025
Richard "Rick" Johnson, age 76, passed away peacefully on November 19, 2025, at home under the loving care of his wife, brother and Holland Hospice Care following a courageous battle with cancer in Holland, Michigan
A lifelong lover of the water and a respected figure in the marine industry, Rick leaves behind a legacy as...
Steve Erdos Sr.
Nov 19, 2025
Steve "Pista" Erdos, Sr. October 25, 1939 - November 19, 2025 Kalamazoo, Michigan Steve "Pista" Erdos, born October 25, 1939 in Papa, Hungary, to Eugene and Juliannna (Masterhazy) Erdos passed away November 19, 2025. Steve came to America in 1956-57, during the Hungarian revolution. Once arriving in America, he met fellow Hungarians, Laszlo and Larradine Csiszar, with...
Deborah Lyn (Sherwood) Jandle
Nov 18, 2025
Deborah Lyn Jandle, formerly Deborah Sherwood, age 66, passed into the loving peace of her Heavenly Father on November 18, 2025, in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Born on September 21, 1959, Deborah lived a life marked by compassion, humility, and a quiet strength that carried her through every chapter of her journey.
Deborah devoted...
Dana Sue Dreyer
Nov 18, 2025
On Tuesday, November 18, 2025, Dana passed away unexpectedly at Trinity Hospital after a long struggle with COPD. Born August 24, 1959, in Niles Michigan to the late John and Marjorie Dreyer.
Dana is survived by her siblings, Stacy Andrews-Eagle, and husband Kyle of Hudsonville, MI; Chuck Dreyer, and his wife Marlene of Zeeland, MI;...
James "Jim" M. Butler
Nov 15, 2025
James Michael Butler was born October 8 1958 to Steve and Marilyn Butler in Kalamazoo, Michigan. He attended Milwood schools and graduated from Mattawan High School. Jim worked in the family's plumbing business operating Ommi Marble, manufacturing and distributing vanity countertops.Later in life Jim started his own sewer and backhoe company. He also worked for Custer Office...
Patricia Faye Rabourn
Nov 14, 2025
Patricia Faye Rabourn, 88, went home to be with her Lord and was reunited with her husband, Charles, on Nov. 14, 2025.
Born Patricia Faye Humphrey on December 9, 1936, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, to DeWard and Elsie Humphrey, she moved frequently in her early years and attended many schools, spending most of her childhood...
Wendy Lynn (Roberts) Stroup
Nov 14, 2025
Wendy Lynn Stroup "Roberts" was born on September 2, 1960, and passed away on November 14, 2025, at the age of 65, surrounded by her family.
Wendy worked many years in the hospitality field, with her last job in the housekeeping and laundry department at Tender Care Portage. She made many friends there...
Michael Bingman
Nov 13, 2025
With his family by his side, Michael C. Bingman passed away on November 13, 2025, after a long battle with Myotonic Muscular Dystrophy. He faced every challenge with quiet strength and stubborn determination.
Michael was born in Escanaba, Michigan, on December 19, 1955, to Faye and Edna Bingman. One of seven siblings he carried his...
Charles Melvin "Mel" Lanning
Nov 11, 2025
Charles Melvin "Mel" Lanning, Senior Master Chief, U.S. Navy, Ret., age 86, passed away on Veteran's Day, November 11, 2025.
He was born on August 31, 1939, in Oakfield Township, to Marland & Anna Lanning.
Mel proudly served in the U.S. Navy for twenty years retiring in 1977. He...
Christopher Ryan Brewer
Nov 11, 2025
Dr. Christopher Ryan Brewer, theologian, creator, curator, and friend to many, died at age 45 in Grand Rapids, MI on November 11, 2025. He was the husband to the love of his life, Rachel Beth (Jeffery) Brewer. He was the father to two sons, John Woodson and Samuel J Edwin Brewer.
Born in ...
Jesse Jhon Andrews
Nov 11, 2025
Jesse Jhon Andrews died unexpectedly at home on November 11, 2025. He was 49, leaving a life marked by his son, his musical legacy as a published artist, his thought-provoking writings, his longstanding chronic medical issues, Â and his unmistakable personality. His passing on Veterans Day held a quiet significance for the family, as it was a day...
Marcus Erwin
Nov 10, 2025
Marcus Daniel Erwin, age 51, passed away on November 10 at the Poppen House of Harbor Hospice after living with cancer for over 2 years.
Marcus was born in Muskegon on February 24, 1974 to Daniel Erwin and Marcia (Watson) Erwin. After graduating from Mona Shores High School, he went on to earn a bachelor's degree in Sociology with a minor...
Alida G. Little
Nov 10, 2025
Alida G. Little, age 104, passed away peacefully, on Monday, November 10, 2025.
She was born on June 20, 1921, in Grand Rapids, to Peter & Martha Visser.
Alida married John Little. Together they spent years traveling, fishing and companionship. After John passed away, Alida continue to travel including Japan, Bermuda, Goose Bay,...
Diane Frances Boers
Nov 10, 2025
Diane Frances Boers, 78, of Grand Rapids, Michigan, made her way to Heaven on November 10, 2025.
Diane was born on December 10, 1946, in Newark, New York, the daughter of the late Albert and Gladys Ryckbost.
Diane is survived by her loving husband, John, and her beloved children Sonya (Jack) DeJong, Doug...
Dominga Esquivel
Nov 9, 2025
Dominga Esquivel born July 15, 1945 passed away peacefully with her family by her side on November 9, 2025.
She was a cherished women who's life journey touched many.
Leaving behind a legacy that will be fondly remembered by those who knew her. Dominga had a unmistakable spark of sass that will truely be missed.
Family and friends are invited to honor and...
Johnnie L. Deshay
Nov 9, 2025
Johnnie L. DeShay ("John") was born on October 5, 1939, in Titusville, Florida, to Thomas DeShay and Lillie Mae DeShay. He passed away at his residence in Muskegon, Michigan, on November 9, 2025. Mr. DeShay attended elementary school in Orlando, Florida, and graduated from Jones High School in 1958. In 1959, he began studies at Tuskegee University...

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