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Morris Willard Handlogten

Morris Willard Handlogten

Apr 6, 2025

Handlogten, Morris Willard of Allegan, Michigan was born at home in Grand Rapids, MI and passed away peacefully with family at Rose Garden - Kent County at the age of 92. He was: Preceded in death by his Father Henry, Mother Bessie, Wife Norma (Shafer), & Sister Lucy Okke. Survived by Daughter Deborah Dufour, Son Roger Handlogten,...

James Dear Jr.

James Dear Jr.

Apr 6, 2025

After a short battle with cancer, James Dear Jr. known to family and friends as "Michael," entered the gates of heaven on April 6th, 2025. He was 64 years old. He is preceded in death by his parents, Mary Elizabeth Terrell Dear and James Hampton, stepfather John L., brothers R.C. Terrell, Jerry Dear, Edward Dear, Andy Dear,...

Mark Allen Donaker

Mark Allen Donaker

Apr 5, 2025

Obituary for Mark Donaker, Sr.

July 17, 1951 – April 5, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Mark Donaker, Sr., who departed this life on April 5, 2025. Mark lived a life defined by quiet strength, unwavering loyalty, and deep love for his...

Trinh Hue-Truong Ly

Trinh Hue-Truong Ly

Apr 5, 2025

In Loving Memory of Trinh Hue Truong Ly August 8, 1944 – April 5, 2025 Trinh Hue Truong Ly, age 80, passed away peacefully at home on April 5, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family. She was born on August 8, 1944, in Quy Nhon, Vietnam, to Truong Khanh Hoa and Vuong Thi Lien. As...

Carmen Bilski

Carmen Bilski

Apr 4, 2025

Carmen Elaine Bilski passed away on April 4, 2025. She was born on July 1st 1953. She was preceded in death by her Husband Rick Bilski, her parents Richard Roy Post and Rose Rita Baranowski, and her brother Richard Ernest Post.

Surviving is her daughter Kristin (Mark) Bilski and her two sons, Jason (Julie) Peltola...

Kress Loren Koster

Kress Loren Koster

Apr 4, 2025

Kress Loren Koster, a cherished father, grandfather, son, and brother, passed away unexpectedly on April 4, 2025, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, at the age of 54. Kress was born on September 8, 1970, to Steven and Suzette Koster in Battle Creek, Michigan. He graduated from Venice High School in Venice, Florida, where he was known for his...

Lorraine Mae Marsh

Lorraine Mae Marsh

Apr 4, 2025

Lorraine M. Marsh, age 94, passed away on Friday, April 4, 2025. She was born in Grand Rapids, Michigan on December 31, 1930, the daughter to Paul and Madeline Bogardus. Lorraine is survived by her children, Laura (Arny) Rodriguez, Don (Cindy) Marsh and Steve (Terri) Marsh; her grandchildren, Katherine, Allison, Monique, Donny, Victoria and Clinton; 14 great-grandchildren;...

Mark Haveman

Mark Haveman

Apr 2, 2025

Mark Craig Haveman, 70, of Allegan passed away on Wednesday April 2, 2025 at home surrounded by his family. Born October 9th, 1954 in Holland Michigan. He was the son of the late Earl and Thelma Haveman. He was a graduate of Holland High School. Mark worked as an owner operator with his best friend and love...

Frances Schnooberger

Frances Schnooberger

Apr 1, 2025

Frances Schnooberger passed away peacefully on April 1, 2025, at the age of 86, after a courageous battle with Alzheimer's disease. Born on March 12, 1939, to the late Lena and Santo Tragna, Frances lived a life marked by kindness, generosity, and a passion for creativity.

Frances was a graduate of Western Michigan University. Her...

Mary Mccoy

Mary Mccoy

Apr 1, 2025

Mary Pauline (Polly) McCoy, age 96, passed away on April 1, 2025. She was born to the late Thomas A. Coleman and Lena Weinert in Versailles Borough, Pennsylvania on August 25, 1928. Polly was preceded in death by her husband, David Crawford McCoy; sisters, Hazel Moore, Jean Taylor, and Constance Combs; and brothers, Thomas Coleman, Jr., Wendall...

Dorsie Lee

Dorsie Lee

Apr 1, 2025

With 100 years, 10 months, and two weeks of a life well-lived, Dorsie San (Wong) Lee entered eternal rest on April 1, 2025. Surrounded by her loving family, she peacefully took God's hand and journeyed home. Dorsie's life was defined by her devotion to family, faith, and friends. She leaves behind a legacy of love and kindness,...

Christopher A. Strickland

Christopher A. Strickland

Apr 1, 2025

Christopher A. Strickland, 48, passed away unexpectedly on April 1st, 2025.

He leaves behind to mourn his loss, his parents Fred and Michelle Strickland, his sisters Melissa and Partavian Mayfield, Amanda Strickland, many nieces and nephews, great nieces and nephews, aunts, uncles, and numerous cousins.

Chris also leaves behind dear friends who will...

Nelson H. Farlin

Nelson H. Farlin

Mar 30, 2025

Nelson H. Farlin of Wyoming, Michigan, at the age of 65, passed away on Sunday, March 30, 2025. He was born to Richard and Illa Farlin on January 4, 1960, in Lansing, MI.

Nelson (Jay) was born the third oldest of four children in a little house in Lansing. He was a graduate of Haslett...

Russell Willis

Russell Willis

Mar 29, 2025

Born in Ludington, MI on September 27, 1940, Russ was the youngest child of Lucille and Oliver Willis and little brother to Roslyn (Snooks). At a young age, he was struck by a car and survived thanks to the many blood donations of friends and family. Russ was affectionately known as Joe among family, friends, and residents...

Bruce Petkewicz

Bruce Petkewicz

Mar 29, 2025

Bruce William Petkewicz of Greenville, Michigan passed away on Saturday, March 29th, 2025 at the age of 64.

He was the son of Judy and Jerry Petkewicz of Greenville, Michigan.  He is survived by his parents, wife Esther Petkewicz, and his children Holly Parton and Skylar Guenette, and several grandchildren.

Bruce loved outdoor...

Philip Wayne Schick

Philip Wayne Schick

Mar 28, 2025

Philip Wayne Schick, 83, of Battle Creek, passed away at home on Friday, March 28, 2025, following an extended illness. Phil was born November 14, 1941, the son of Clyde V. Schick and Jessie Josephine (Kendall) Schick, on the family farm in Fredonia Twp, Marshall, Michigan.

Phil graduated from Marshall High School in 1957, served...

Barbara Jean Moore

Barbara Jean Moore

Mar 28, 2025

Barbara Jean Moore, a beacon of love and kindness, passed away peacefully on March 28, 2025, at the age of 80 in Grand Rapids, MI, following a sudden cardiac arrest. Born on March 26, 1945, in Harrisville, MI, Barbara's life was a testament to the power of love, family, and community. Barbara, a cherished soul from Harrisville,...

Gordon Campbell

Gordon Campbell

Mar 28, 2025

Gordon Campbell of Saranac, MI, resided in Lowell, MI. He was born in 1933 and passed away March 28, 2025 at the age of 92. Gordon (Soupy) graduated from Saranac High School in 1951.  He went on to serve in the Korean War. He also loved baseball and lending a helping hand to all.

Gordon...

Charline Ann Yochum

Charline Ann Yochum

Mar 27, 2025

Charline Ann (Schonschack) Yochum died peacefully on March 27, 2025, in Grand Rapids Michigan at the age of 88. Charline is survived by her children: Keith Yochum (Terry), Timothy Yochum (Sherri), Cindy Manning (Jon), Randy Yochum (Kenda), Mark Yochum, Kevin Yochum (Katonya), Hope Hubbard (Ed). 16 grandchildren, great grandchildren, great great grandchildren, sister Marilyn Hardy.

She is...

Nathaniel Alexander Lopez

Nathaniel Alexander Lopez

Mar 27, 2025

Nathaniel "Nate" Lopez, 34, of Muskegon, Michigan has sadly passed on Sunday, March 27, 2025.

His family will be holding a Gathering of Family and Friends to share memories at Ofield Funeral Home on Monday, April 7, 2025, from 1-3 PM with a break and another time for sharing from 5-7 PM.

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