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Bette J. (Harvey) Schubert
Mar 10, 2025
Bette J. Schubert (Harvey), of Fennville, MI, passed away on March 10, 2025, at the age of 90. Cremation was private. A graveside service will take place at a later date.
Bette, a long-time resident of the Tri-Cities area, was born in Sault Ste. Marie, MI to the late Thomas G. and Luella Emily (Roudenbush)...
Sebastian Christopher Szymanski
Mar 9, 2025
Sebastian Christopher Szymanski, known affectionately as "Sebby," passed away at the young age of 23, on the 9th of March, 2025, through an unexpected car accident in Belding, MI. Born on the same day in 2002 to Chris and Chas Szymanski in Grand Rapids, MI, Sebastian was a beacon of light from the moment he entered this world.
...Douglas David Start
Mar 8, 2025
Douglas David Start, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and dedicated business owner, passed away peacefully on March 8th, 2025, at the age of 68.
Born on May 9, 1956, Douglas was the son of David and Jeanette Start. He was the third-generation owner of Start's Blinds and Shades, a family business he loved, which served...
Marilyn Joyce Baker
Mar 8, 2025
Marilyn Joyce Baker, 86 years old, beloved mother to three children of Wyoming, MI, passed away peacefully in her home, on March 8, 2025, leaving a void in her family hearts and souls.
Marilyn was born in Muskegon, MI in 1938 to Jack and Helen Bonjernoor, and was the oldest of four children. Marilyn attended...
Tim Wright
Mar 7, 2025
Tim Wright, born on September 23, 1963, in Wheaton, IL, and a longtime heart of the Grand Rapids community, passed away peacefully on March 7, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family. His life was a vibrant mixtape of joyous moments, memorable music, and an unwavering commitment to his loved ones. Tim was the cherished husband of Veronica...
Curtis Jones
Mar 7, 2025
Dr. Curtis Jones peacefully passed at his home in Grand Rapids, Michigan on March 7, 2025, at the age of 86. He was married to his loving wife Constance Jones (nee Cummings) for almost 63 years. He was a loving father to Catherine (Dan) Jones- Rikkers Carlin (Greg) Bylsma and Curtis (Meghan Meyers) Jones Jr. He was...
Ann (Porte) Maccord
Mar 7, 2025
Ann Elizabeth MacCord passed away on March 7, 2025, after complications from a vengeful return of breast cancer. She faced her illness with the same fire and determination that defined her life, never losing her wit or her willingness to speak her mind.
Ann grew up in Coleman, MI, but spent most of her life...
Ronald Earl Crane
Mar 6, 2025
Ronald Earl Crane, aged 92, passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 6, 2025, at Christian Haven in Grand Haven, Michigan. He is survived by his 3 children, Lynnell (Stuart II) Vollmer, Jan (Michael) Jackman, and David (Cindy) Crane. His legacy includes 11 grandchildren: Stuart III (Carolyn) Vollmer, Dianna (John) Webb, Alyse Vollmer (Alex Smith), Barret Vollmer (Karina...
Benjamin Noris Henson
Mar 4, 2025
Passed away on March 4th, 2025. Benjamin was born January 7, 1988, in Kalamazoo MI He is survived by His Mother and Step-Father Anna (Brent) Lucas of Dallas TX. Sister, Krystine Henson of Battle Creek MI. Four brothers Keith (Emily) Henson of Iron Mountain MI Jake (Courtney) Lucas of Portage MI also Nathan and Kevin Henson of...
Charles Peter Jansen
Mar 4, 2025
Charles Jansen, age 91, died on March 4, 2025. Born June 1, 1933, in Grand Rapids, MI, the youngest of 5 boys, he led a life guided by the first question of the Heidelberg Catechism: "What is your only comfort in life and in death? That I am not my own, but belong body and soul, both...
Jenny Griffiths
Mar 1, 2025
Jenny Griffiths-Kwast went to be with Christ in paradise on March 1, 2025, at the age of seventy-two. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Gary Kwast. She is survived by her three daughters, Janice (Steve) Breen, Joanna (Aaron) Howe, and Jessica (Bill) Griffiths-Ritzke, as well as her three grandchildren, Alexis and AvaLynn Griffiths, and...
Amira Raine Quint-Vanbergen
Mar 1, 2025
Amira Raine Quint-VanBergen passed away on March 1, 2025. She was born on January 11, 2025, and in her short time, she brought love and light to those around her.
She is lovingly remembered by her mother, Joyce Lockett, and her father, Jacobus Young, her two grandmothers, Amanda Dean and Jennifer Young, as well as...
Gary Brian Brown
Mar 1, 2025
Gary Brian Brown, age 70, of Kentwood passed away on March 1, 2025, after losing his battle with cancer.
He was born on February 24, 1955, to Carl and Cora Brown. Gary will be forever missed and is survived by his wife of 43 years, Luanne Kay (Dubridge) Brown; children, Prarri (Adam Martin-Sharples) Brown of...
Cynthia Allen
Feb 26, 2025
Cindy Allen, aged 47, passed away peacefully on February 26, 2025, in Delton, MI, after a courageous battle with cirrhosis. Born on August 25, 1977, in Battle Creek, MI, Cindy was a beloved wife, daughter, sister, and friend who brought joy and laughter to all who knew her. Cindy's zest for life was evident from a young...
Brian Lichlyter
Feb 24, 2025
Brian Allen Lichlyter of Grand Junction, Michigan Formally from Howell, Michigan age 54 passed away on February 12,2025. He was born to Sharon and William Lichlyter on December 23, 1970 in Ann Arbor, Michigan.
Brian was the second oldest of 4 children in his family. Brian was a commercial truck driver for Logistics LLC and...
Catherine Diana Askey
Feb 21, 2025
Catherine Diana Askey, 71, passed away on February 21, 2025, in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Born on December 28, 1953, in Grand Rapids, she was deeply connected to her family and faith community. Being a member of and raising her children within the fellowship of North Park Baptist Church, Catherine loved the Lord and may now rest in...
Jane Zegunis
Feb 20, 2025
Jane Zegunis was born on June 20, 1949 and passed away on February 20, 2025 at the age of 75.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Edward F. Zegunis and Angeline (Kuete) Zegunis, as well as one brother, Edward C. Zegunis.
Jane is survived by her other siblings, Martha Briggs and...
Timothy James Blystone
Feb 20, 2025
Timothy James Blystone passed into the arms of Jesus February 20, 2025, at his home in Grand Rapids, Michigan. He was preceded in death by his parents Charles Sr and Francine Blystone and nephew Kyle Blystone. He is survived by his children T.J. Blystone II, Kelsey (Anthony) Polazzo, Hannah (Isaac) Terpstra, and Kailey Blystone. His grandchildren Dominic...
Robert Pearce
Feb 17, 2025
Robert Edward Pearce, aged 88, of Wyoming, passed peacefully into eternity after a long and difficult battle with dementia. Born to Vernon and Angeline Pearce, Bob was predeceased by his parents, as well as all of his siblings and their spouses.
Bob proudly served his country in the Army, stationed in France, prior to marrying...
Gary Harold Kalbfleisch
Feb 17, 2025
Gary Kalbfleisch, a man whose heart was as vast as the great outdoors he so cherished, left us on February 17, 2025, after a courageous battle with cancer. Born on March 29, 1955, in the scenic town of Petoskey, Michigan, Gary's journey began with a spirit of adventure and a love for the natural world, a love...

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