Jul 30, 2026

Marcia Ellen Herold nee Blake passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 30, 2026 at her place of residence. 

She was the widow of Robert (Bob) Herold who preceded her in death in 2007. She leaves behind 3 children. Diane Scott (Joseph) of Arizona, David Herold of Florida, and Barbara (David) Martin of Michigan, 7 grandchildren, and 5 great grandchildren. 

The last 10...

Jul 30, 2026

Ralph Traevino, age 84, of Houston, Texas, passed away on 7/30/2026 at home in Battle Creek, Michigan.

Ralph was born and grew up in Marshall, Michigan, where he spent a lot of time on his grandparents’ farm; he cherished his time there. He attended Battle Creek Central and Harper Creek High School. As a young man, he carried a gift that...

Jul 30, 2026

Gary L. Dudicz, age 79, passed away peacefully at his home on July 30, 2026.

Born on January 4, 1947, in Burbank, California, Gary was the son of Leonard Dudicz and Jean (Dodge/Dudicz) Metsker. He spent his formative years in Michigan and graduated from Petoskey High School class of 1965.

Gary's lifelong fascination with boats, automobiles, and mechanical systems led him to...

Jul 26, 2026

Micah Nathan DeWard of Grand Rapids, MI was born in Fremont, MI on February 17, 2005, eleven days after his expected due date. He was embraced with love and joy by his parents Nathan and Andrea DeWard and his big sister, Noelle. Micah died at the age of 21 on July 26, 2026, far before his expected time was due....

Jul 26, 2026

Teresa "Terri" Meyer Wilson, a resident of Kentwood, Michigan, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Sunday, July 26, 2026, after a long illness and sudden complications. She was 65.

Terri was born on Sept. 4, 1960, in Sycamore, Illinois. She is survived by the love of her life and soulmate, her husband of 27 years, Thomas Wilson of Grand Rapids,...

Jul 25, 2026

Carole Joy (Haan) Velthouse age 86, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Saturday, July 25, 2026, after a long battle with Dementia.  She was proceeded in death by her parents, Fred and Jean Haan; brother and sister-in-law Norm and Joyce Haan; sister and brother-in-law Joyce and Alex VanVels; sister and brother-in-law Ruth and Sherwood Kok; brother-in-law David...

Jul 22, 2026

Mary Ann Driggers, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away on July 22, 2026, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, at the age of 75. She was born on June 10, 1951, to Daniel and Mildred Detrow.



Mary loved her family dearly and found some of her greatest happiness in the time she spent with them. She was a devoted mother to...

Jul 22, 2026

Melva Jean Sutherland(Jeanne), 78, of Big Rapids passed away peacefully at Butterworth hospital on July 22, 2026. She was born on November 23, 1947, in Big Rapids, Michigan to Melvin and Wanda Cooley. She married Don Cole then later married Bruce Sutherland.

She retired from Mecosta County General Hospital after 43 years of service in 2015. She then worked at McDonalds...

Jul 20, 2026

Judy Lynn Chesser (Truman) born January 12, 1954 in Kalamazoo, Michigan, died July 20, 2026 at Rose Arbor Hospice after a valiant battle with terminal cancer. 

She is survived by her husband Richard Chesser, her children Jennifer and Michael, along with 6 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren, sister Joyce (Dave) Scribner and brothers George (Linda) Truman and David (Judy) Truman, sisters-in-law Shiela...

Jul 20, 2026

Albert Le Roy "Al" Van Essen passed away peacefully on July 20, 2026, at the age of 89 after a courageous battle with dementia. He was surrounded by the love of his family in his final moments.

Born on April 12, 1937, Al lived a life defined by hard work, kindness, and unwavering devotion to those he loved. He retired from...

Jul 19, 2026

Cassandra Ann Vander Myde (née Dara), age 52, passed away peacefully on July 19, 2026, in Byron Center, Michigan, after a courageous battle with Synovial Sarcoma that spanned nearly five years. Born on May 1, 1974, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, Cassandra lived a life filled with love and devotion to her family and friends.



A proud graduate of Wyoming Park High...

Jul 19, 2026

Suzanne Pearl Franklin (Sue, Skeeter) age 91, of Caledonia, Michigan, passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 19, 2026. She was born on October 20, 1934, in Wyoming, Michigan, to Bernard Harlow Abbott and Louisa Pearl (Venroy) Abbott.

Sue was preceded in death by her parents; her siblings, MaryLou VanTubergen, Charles, Larry, and Patrick Abbott; and her husbands, Cecil Cartwright, Jack Conlon,...

Jul 18, 2026

Susan K. Cimini (Lenz), 76, passed away peacefully in the early morning hours of July 18, 2026, at the home she shared with her daughter. She is now reunited with her beloved husband, Tony Cimini, who preceded her in death.

Born on September 5, 1949, in Detroit, Michigan, Susan lived a life defined by love, kindness, laughter, and service to others....

Jul 17, 2026

What Would You Do?

Written June 28, 2026 by Craig A. Plude



What would you do if you knew

You only had a day left to live?

Me, I would spend it in your arms

Tell you what I thought of you in my life.



Me, I would hold you and keep you precious to me

Knowing that my last thought, my last feeling, 

And my last heartbeat...

Jul 16, 2026

Jul 16, 2026

Raymond Wayne Hilderbrandt, age 85, passed away on July 16, 2026, following a brief illness. Born on January 29, 1941 in Muskegon, Michigan, Ray was the beloved son of Bernard and Amy Hilderbrandt. He leaves behind a legacy of love and friendship.

Ray met the love of his life, Patsy Ruth Davis, and they were married on July 15, 1960, in...

Jul 15, 2026

In Loving Memory of Our Wonderful Mom

Of all the special gifts in life,

however great or small,

to have you as our Mom,

was the greatest gift of all.

Kathleen Stieber, 76, of Grand Haven, MI went to be with her Lord and Savior Wednesday, July 15th, 2026. Kath was a true biblical believer in the Lord Jesus Christ sharing the gospel and encouraging...

Jul 14, 2026

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved father, Mario, on July 14, 2026, at the age of 74.

Born on October 1, 1951, Mario lived a life rooted in kindness, compassion, and a true free spirit. An old soul at heart, he believed in treating everyone with respect and love. His favorite saying, "Peace. Love. Dove.", wasn't just...

Jul 13, 2026

Peter James VanDenBroeck II, 54, was the strongest man anyone in his family has ever known. He was a man of unwavering Christian faith from a young age when his mother lovingly planted the seed in him which would only continue to grow and serve him throughout his life. He faced many adversities, challenges and battles in which his strong...

Jul 13, 2026

In Loving Memory of Phyllis Ann Lanning.



It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of my beloved mother, Phyllis Ann Lanning, who passed away peacefully on July 13, 2026 at the age of 81.



Phyllis was born on December 14, 1944 in Covington Kentucky to Louis Arden Thompson and Mary Elizabeth Thompson. She dedicated her life to loving her...