May 14, 2025

Aaron was born on December 31, 1982, in Grand Rapids, MI to his parents David and Robin (Curtis) Kerley. He attended Wayland Union Schools and most recently resided in Grand Rapids where he worked as a house painter.

Aaron had great passion for his music, art, and LARP (live action role play) which all served...

May 14, 2025

Thomas Orsborn, age 68, passed away May 14, 2025. He was predeceased by his parents Nikki and Robert Orsborn. Thomas was dearly loved by many and was survived by his wife, Michelle Orsborn, sister Tammy Davison, nephew Mike Davison (Kristi Davison) and Amanda Klingenberg (Kyle Klingenberg), and his ten great nieces and nephews (Tyler Davison, Ashley Davison,...

May 14, 2025

Julianne Richards, 59 years old, passed away peacefully on May 14, 2025. Little did the world know that a gift was being given to us all on September 23, 1965, when Julianne Marie Richards was born. Julie's warm heart and smile made her immediate friends with everyone that she met. Julianne brought instant sunshine to any room...

May 13, 2025

Pamela Ann Ebenstein, affectionately known as Pam, passed away peacefully on May 13, 2025, at the age of 66 in Sand Lake, Michigan. Born on August 20, 1958, in Cedar Springs, Michigan, Pam was a beacon of love and kindness throughout her life. As the daughter of Betty (Streeter) Bergman and Marion Ebert, and later lovingly raised...

May 9, 2025

Larry L. Sibley, 84 years young, passed away on May 9, 2025, at his farm Tollgate Gardens Nursery. He was a beloved Husband, Dad, Friend, and Mentor and will be deeply missed by those who really knew his feisty spirit.

Larry was born on August 3, 1940, in Allegan, Michigan to Lewis C. and Mae...

May 9, 2025

Isolde Metzger, age 88, peacefully went home to glory on May 9, 2025, at Trillium Woods Hospice Center in Grand Rapids, MI. We are deeply grateful for the excellent care she received in her final days and for the gift of her children being at her bedside that morning.

Born in 1936 in Nürtingen,Germany, Isolde...

May 9, 2025

Howard Jay Block, a cherished son, brother, father and grandfather, passed away on May 9, 2025, at the age of 59, after a courageous 4-year battle with pancreatic cancer. He was born on May 18, 1965, at Kingsbrook Jewish Hospital in Brooklyn, NY and died at Butterworth Hospital in Grand Rapids, MI, surrounded by the love of...

May 9, 2025

Lance Lee Peters, age 55, of Schoolcraft, Michigan, passed away peacefully surrounded by family at Borgess Hospital in Kalamazoo on May 9, 2025.

Lance was born on December 20, 1969, at Bronson Hospital in Kalamazoo, Michigan, to Richard and Vivian Peters (Thompson). He attended both Muskegon Oakridge and Schoolcraft Public Schools, graduating in 1988.

May 8, 2025

On Thursday, May 8, 2025, Betty Gene Mann, always known as Babe, passed away peacefully at the age of 69. She was preceded in death by her husband, Buford Mann. She is survived by her children, Daniel (Christine Wittenbach) Souliere, Corey (Laura) Souliere, and Stacey (Mark) Blocker; three grandchildren, Tyler and Kaylee Blocker, and Justice Souliere. She...

May 8, 2025

Jerry C. Morse, a man whose life was characterized by an unyielding dedication to family, a passion for life's simple pleasures, and a boundless capacity for love, passed away on May 8, 2025, in Kalamazoo, just shy of his 85th birthday. Born on May 10, 1940, in Prairieville Township, Jerry's life was one of purpose, joy, and...

May 7, 2025

Esther Hoag, age 76 years old, went to be with her Lord and Savior on May 7, 2025.

She was preceded in death by her husband of many years, Orville Hoag. Also preceding her in death were her children Orville, Dawn, Angel, her mom Ethel, her father David Heiss, her sister Suson, her bother Steven,...

May 5, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Gwendolyn Joan Borst, who left this world peacefully on May 5, 2025, at the age of 64, with her sons by her side.

Gwen was born on April 3, 1961, at Fort Bragg, North Carolina. She was president of the student council at Anne Chesnutt Junior High...

May 5, 2025

Mary Louise Dillon-Shuert, 86 of Caledonia, Michigan passed away on May 5, 2025, surrounded by her family. Mary was born on July 24, 1938, to Wilson and Lora Cyrus in Milton, West Virginia. Mary, a woman of unwavering faith and boundless love, was a cherished wife to her loving and devoted husband, Des Shuert, and a loving...

May 3, 2025

Rev Harry & Janice Bultema, faith -filled servants of the Lord, ages 89 & 87, passed away peacefully within days of each other. Both were born in Grand Rapids, MI and were married for 65 years and had a life together marked by devotion to family and their calling as teachers of the Gospel. They are with...

May 2, 2025

Robert Merrill Brewer went peacefully to his Heavenly home on May 2, 2025. Bob was born November 9, 1937 in Battle Creek, MI to Merrill Brewer and Grace Iden Brewer. He had one brother (Lyle) and two sisters (Mary and Donna). Bob began working at Bill Knapp's restaurants as a busboy/dishwasher and worked with the company for...

May 1, 2025

On May 1, 2025, Bertel James Froysland was called home to be with his Lord and Savior. He was born November 21, 1930, in Jersey City, New Jersey, the son of Hans and Evelyn Froysland.

After finishing high school, Bert attended Taylor University, graduated from Calvin College and received a Master's degree from the University of Michigan....

May 1, 2025

Melanie Lynne Marks passed away on Thursday, May 1, 2025. No service will be held at this time.

Apr 30, 2025

Marcia Butgereit Obituary Marcia Kay (Bruin) Butgereit, our beloved butterfly, went to her eternal heavenly home with the Lord on April 30, 2025, at the age of 70. A resident of Kentwood, MI, she was a loving wife, mother, stepmother, sister, aunt, and a friend to anyone who met her. Her personality was like that of her favorite creation...

Apr 30, 2025

John Joseph "Jack" Fogarty III died peacefully at home on April 30, 2025 surrounded by his family. Jack was born in Yonkers, New York, on April 21, 1931, to John Joseph Fogarty II, then mayor of Yonkers, and Remi Clothilda Gilligan Fogarty. He was the first of five children. His birth, as well as his parents' wedding,...

Apr 28, 2025

Daniel Farber, age 60, was called home to be with his Lord April 28, 2025. He was born to Gene and Evelyn Farber on September 27, 1964. Dan was a member of the Armed Forces, he served in Germany in the Army. Dan received many awards. He worked security and was a bouncer for Broadway, Bluenote, and...