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...
Patricia Davis
Feb 25, 2026
Patricia Davis (Lojewski) of Grandville Mi, passed away suddenly on February 25, 2026 of natural causes at the age of 74.
She was born on September 26, 1952 in Erie, PA, to John and Lucille Lojewski. Pat was a successful business woman in Pennsylvania before re-locating to Escondido, CA where she met and married her late husband Roger Lee Davis formerly...
Ruth Henryetta Burdick
Feb 25, 2026
Ruth Yother Livingston Burdick passed away on February 25, 2026 at home after several years of progressive, declining health. Ruth was born on August 23, 1939, in Dayton, Tennessee to Daniel and Mae Yother (deceased). She also was preceded in death by four sisters and one brother, and by her son Brian Livingston. She is survived by her daughter Joy...
Carolyn Lacy
Feb 23, 2026
Carolyn “Lotta” Lacy (Hungerford), born September 7, 1952, in Douglas, MI passed away peacefully on the morning of February 23, 2026 at her home in Glenn, MI (aka “pigtail alley”), at the age of 73, after a short but courageous battle with cancer. Her loving daughter, Shahana, was by her side as she took her final breath — a reflection...
Joan Meadows
Feb 23, 2026
Joan Meadows, age 91, of Grand Rapids, passed away surrounded by family on Monday, February 23, 2026. She was the first daughter born to Jack and Cora Van Doorne in Utrecht, The Netherlands. Following World War II, she immigrated to West Michigan with her family in 1951. After taking on various jobs to help the family’s transition to a new...
John Frederick Beyrle Jr.
Feb 17, 2026
John Frederick Beyrle Jr, 69, of Overisel Township passed away peacefully in his home on February 17, 2026. John was born on December 10, 1956, in Muskegon, MI to John Frederick Sr and Joan Clarice, both of whom preceded him in death. He was also preceded in death by his sister, Debbie and a niece, Katie.
He is survived by his...
Charles Bearden
Feb 17, 2026
Charles M Bearden, 63 passed unexpectedly after a lengthy illness in the early morning hours of February 17, 2026. He was born in Knoxville, TN, December 27, 1962 to Allison and Charles Bearden and was preceded in death by his parents, two sons Brandon Bearden and Bryan Bearden, and brother Sean Rettig. He is survived by two sons, his caregiver...
Don George
Feb 16, 2026
Don Anthony George was born to Barbara George and Donald Thomas on February 3, 1976. Don was the second born out of four children. He was always outgoing and very friendly to others. He enjoyed playing basketball, fishing, and telling jokes. To his friends he was known as “Donnie”.
On February 16, 2026, Don was called home after being very sick...
Hazel Boven
Feb 14, 2026
Hazel Boven (Warsen) from Byron Center, MI (formerly of McBain) passed away on Saturday, February 14, 2026.
Hazel and Gene had been members at Sandy Pines for 47 years and had many cherished memories with family and lots of friends.
Hazel worked for American Greetings for many years. She enjoyed knitting, crocheting, crafts, and making puzzles.
Hazel is lovingly remembered and survived by...
Lorinda Kay Hauter
Feb 13, 2026
Lorinda Kay Hauter (née Jackson), aged 77, of Grand Haven, Michigan, passed away peacefully on February 13, 2026. Born on January 17, 1949, in Ionia, Michigan, she was a woman of grace, intelligence, and a nurturing spirit that touched the lives of all who knew her.
Educated at Saranac Elementary and Saranac High School, Lorinda furthered her studies at Michigan State...
Thomas Jason Hadwin
Feb 13, 2026
Thomas Jason Hadwin, age 81, of Grandville, Michigan, was welcomed into the arms of Jesus on Friday, February 13, 2026.Tom leaves behind his wife of 47 years and the love of his life, Loretta Hadwin, who stood faithfully by his side through every season. He was the proud father of five daughters—Mary (Chad) Riley, Melissa (Gary) Robinson, Robin Browne, Billie...
Thomas A. Callis
Feb 13, 2026
Thomas A. Callis, age 76, of Kentwood, passed away peacefully on Friday, February 13, 2026, surrounded by his family.
He was born on February 22, 1949, in Grand Rapids, a son of the late Nickolas & Margaret Callis. He was a proud West-sider and graduate of West Catholic High School.
He married the love of his life, Patricia Jo Pickem, on April...
