Jun 15, 2025

Mrs. C.E. Schoonheim, known to her friends as Connie, passed away peacefully on the evening of June 15, 2025 at Park Village Pines in Kalamazoo, Michigan. Connie was 95 years old. She immigrated with her late husband James Schoonheim from the Netherlands in the early 1960's. She was a long-time resident of Grand Rapids, Michigan where she...

Jun 14, 2025

Marc Mellinger, 58, of Portage, Michigan, passed away peacefully on June 14, 2025, surrounded by loved ones. Born on February 9, 1967, in Kalamazoo, Michigan. Following 35 years at Pfizer (formerly, Upjohn) he happily retired in 2024. Marc lived a life full of passion, adventure, and unwavering loyalty to those he held dear.

Marc was...

Jun 12, 2025

Jeffrey Kent VanHattum, 66, of Grand Rapids, Michigan, passed away on June 12, 2025, at his beloved family cottage on Big Whitefish Lake in Pierson, Michigan, following a lengthy battle with Parkinson's/Multiple System Atrophy. Born to Tom and Bobbi VanHattum in Mount Pleasant, Michigan, on March 9, 1959, Jeff graduated from East Kentwood High School in 1977 (where his...

Jun 12, 2025

Evelyn De la Cruz Velez, age 46, of Grand Rapids, Michigan entered into the arms of her savior, on Thursday, June 12, 2025. Born on June 16, 1978, in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic

Evelyn became a teacher at the age of 23 in the Dominican Republic, as an educator she was beloved by her students...

Jun 11, 2025

James Anthony Dabbous, 75, of Rockford, MI, died peacefully on June 11, 2025, with his family by his side.

Jim was a handsome man with eyes that wrinkled at the corners and sparkled whenever he smiled. He was humble and lived a simple life. It was from this deep sense of contentment—and a devotion as...

Jun 10, 2025

Andra Lou Willyard passed away on June 10, 2025, at the age of 77.  Born in Grand Rapids, Michigan Andra spent many years in Bonita Springs, Florida where she helped to raise two of her grandchildren, Justin and Nichole, before returning to Grand Rapids to be closer to her family there.

Andra spent most of...

Jun 10, 2025

James was born October 14, 1954 and passed away June 10, 2025.

James was a long time resident of Dorr Michigan where he lived with his beloved wife Bonnie.  He is survived by his children,  Gary and Elouise, Bernice and Johnny, and David and Daylynn.  He has nine grandchildren and two great grandchildren whom he...

Jun 9, 2025

Mary Gloria Knutson, a beacon of love and selflessness, passed away peacefully on June 9, 2025, surrounded by her loving family in her hometown of Grand Rapids, Michigan. Born on February 2, 1957, to Gloria Evans and Benjamin Cerajewski, Mary's life was a testament to her generous spirit and dedication to her loved ones. Mary's life will...

Jun 9, 2025

Ruth Ann Slominski, known affectionately as Ruth to her friends and family, passed away on June 9, 2025, at the age of 63. Born on September 12, 1961, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, Ruth's life was characterized by her unwavering kindness, selflessness, and the abundant love she shared with those around her. She departed this world in Wayland,...

Jun 9, 2025

Tom Schrotenboer of Zeeland passed away June 9 after suffering injuries in a car crash in Zeeland Township on May 28. He was 72 and leaves behind a wealth of love after a lifetime of worshipping God, supporting his family, working hard, building a business, playing golf, and rooting for the Detroit Tigers.

Born at...

Jun 8, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Dennis Michael Schaefer, age 65, on June 8, 2025. Dennis was a beloved father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend who will be dearly missed by all who knew him.

Dennis was born to Joseph and Mary Jane Schaefer and grew up in Plymouth, MI,...

Jun 6, 2025

Adam Junior Holbrook, affectionately known as AJ to all who knew him, embarked on his final fishing trip to the great beyond on June 6, 2025. Born on May 31, 1991, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, AJ's zest for life and the great outdoors was evident from the get-go. He was the kind of guy who could reel...

Jun 5, 2025

Robert, 67, was born in 1958. The only son in his family. He learned to drive a semi at a young age and had worked with his father on masonry jobs starting when he was 10-year-old.  He was a hard worker and made weekly long haul runs from Michigan to California and Washington. He had a great...

Jun 5, 2025

Roger Douglas Workman, age 80, of Kent City, MI, passed away on June 5, 2025 peacefully at his home.

Roger was born on June 15, 1944 in Grand Rapids, MI to Morrie Workman and Juanita Simpson. He was employed at Wolverine World Wide for over 40 years. He married Karen Ann Dennis on August 24,...

Jun 5, 2025

Travis Michael McReynolds, 53, of Naples, FL died on June 5, 2025 from a Glioblastoma. Diagnosed in September and given two months to live, he opted for treatments and hard work while enduring right-side paralysis after biopsy. Travis wanted as many days as he could get. Anyone asking him how he was doing always got the same...

Jun 5, 2025

Rose Mary Lilly, age 68, passed away on June 5, 2025 in Comstock Park MI. She was born on August 12, 1956 in Lansing MI. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. She Lived life to the fullest, embracing every moment and took advantage of every opportunity.

Cremation has taken place, no service...

Jun 5, 2025

Max Alan Rodgers, 73, of Holland, Michigan entered eternal rest on June 5, 2025 ending his battle with cancer. He was a beloved husband, father, and friend with a sense of humor, competitive spirit, and love of life that left a lasting impression on those who knew him.

He was born in Mishawaka, IN on...

Jun 3, 2025

It is with great sadness that the family of Louis Herbert Adams Sr (Houston) "Louie" announces his sudden passing at his home on June 3, 2025. "He is now sleeping in the Lord."

He was born on August 28, 1945 to the late Fannie Lee Adams and Julius Houston in Colt, Arkansas. He was third...

Jun 2, 2025

Robert V. Haggard of Grand Rapids, age 76, passed away on Monday, June 2, 2025.

Bob or Bobby (as he was known by his family and many friends) was born in Grand Rapids on February 14, 1949. His given middle name was, appropriately, Valentine – although he shortened it to Val as an adult. At age seven,...

May 30, 2025

Maxine Delores (Robards) Davis was born on Friday, March 30, 1934, to George and Willie Maude Robards, in Robards, KY, joining the family as the youngest of five. Her humble and modest roots in Robards gave her a foundation marked by diligence, perseverance, and a deep commitment to family. On September 6, 1952 Maxine was united in...