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Vernice Mayrold (Scales) Sprague
Oct 30, 2019
Vernice Sprague, age 98, went to be with her Lord on Wednesday October 30, 2019. She was born to Clarence and Winnifred Scales on January 28, 1921, in Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan. Vernice was a graduate of Soo High School in Sault Ste. Marie. She retired from U.S. Civil Service after 32 years. The last 17 years was with...
Genevieve (Kovacevich) Benson
Oct 30, 2019
Jenny Benson, 91, of Allegan, Michigan passed away on Wednesday, October 30th, 2019. Jenny was born on June 4th, 1928, in Chicago, Illinios to Anton and Mary (Tufra) Kovacevich. Arrangements have been entrusted to Simply Cremations in Grand Rapids, Michigan.
Eric Anthony Calhoon
Oct 30, 2019
Eric Anthony Calhoon passed away in Casco twp, Michigan. Eric was born April 1, 1921 in Grand Junction, Colorado to Sylvia and Paul Calhoon. He graduated from La Serna High, class of 89, where he played football in Whittier California. Later, he moved back to Grand Junction, where he married. He then moved to Olatha, Kansas where he worked...
Elaine Shaw
Oct 30, 2019
On Wednesday, October 30, 2019, Mrs. Elaine J. "Parky" Shaw joined the celestial ranks of the Michigan Wolverines after a long and valiant struggle with dementia. Parky was born in Grand Rapids, Michigan on June 19, 1927, and had been a lifelong resident of the area. She was a University of Michigan graduate, earning a Bachelor's of Music, and...
Diane Mae (Kohn) Rottschafer
Oct 29, 2019
Diane Mae Rottschafer, 77, of West Olive, Michigan passed away on Tuesday, October 29th, 2019. Diane was born on August 21st, 1942, in Grand Rapids, Michigan to Norbert and Jane (Ackerman) Kohn-Hansen. She was married to Randall John Rottschafer. Arrangements have been entrusted to Simply Cremations in Grand Rapids, Michigan.
Eugene Sklar
Oct 28, 2019
Eugene Sklar, 81, of Fennville, Michigan passed away on Monday, October 28th, 2019. Eugene was born on September 5th, 1938, in Detroit, Michigan to Sam and Esther (Parker) Sklar. He was married to Pamela (Vanderstel) Sklar. Arrangements have been entrusted to Simply Cremations in Grand Rapids, Michigan.
Donna Jean (Engelsman) Wyngarden
Oct 28, 2019
Donna Jean Wyngarden, 77 of Zeeland MI, died from a sudden and unexpected illness Monday Oct 28, 2019. Her family is focusing on the blessing that she was spared a prolonged journey with Alzheimer's that had already begun. Donna was born May 12, 1942 in Chicago IL and was a lifelong resident of West Michigan. She held a variety...
James Alan Whitman
Oct 28, 2019
James Alan Whitman, 68, of Jonesville, Michigan passed away on Monday, October 28th, 2019. James was born on October 1st, 1951, in Coldwater, Michigan to Gary and Josephine (Tubbs) Whitman. Arrangements have been entrusted to Simply Cremations in Grand Rapids, Michigan.
Michael Joseph Pritko
Oct 26, 2019
Pritko, Mike (Michael Joseph) 5/24/1939 - Slatedale, PA 10/26/2019 - Plainwell, MI Mike passed away peacefully after a 10 month battle with cancer. He was at home surrounded by his loving family. Mike worked for American Cyanamide 38 years as a production superintendent. Since retirement the hard worker he was continued working as a code enforcement officer for the...
Linda Susan (Ade) Robinson
Oct 26, 2019
Linda Susan Robinson, 68, of Grand Rapids, Michigan passed away on Saturday, October 26th, 2019. Linda was born on July 8th, 1951, in Muskegon, Michigan to Waldo and Virginia (Patton) Ade. Arrangements have been entrusted to Simply Cremations in Grand Rapids, Michigan.
Franklin D. Roosevelt Muncy
Oct 25, 2019
Franklin D. Roosevelt Muncy, 61, of Grand Junction, Michigan passed away on Friday, October 25th, 2019. He will be lovingly remembered by his wife, Terry Muncy. Arrangements have been entrusted to Simply Cremations in Grand Rapids, Michigan.
Elizabeth (Gailitis) Vittands
Oct 24, 2019
Elizabeth Vittands, 101, of Grand Haven, Michigan passed away on Thursday, October 24th, 2019. Elizabeth was born on November 17th, 1917, in Chernigova, to Gvido Gailitis and Elizabeth Gailitis Golivin. Arrangements have been entrusted to Simply Cremations in Grand Rapids, Michigan.
Elizabeth Louise Van (Worm) Duinen
Oct 24, 2019
Elizabeth "Betty" L. Van Duinen, age 73, of Caledonia, MI, passed away peacefully October 24, 2019. Betty loved to spend time with her children and grandchildren. She was employed by Old Kent/Fifth Third Bank for 30 years. Betty is survived by her loving husband of 54 years, David Van Duinen; son David (Michelle); daughter Diane (Paul) McAllister; six grandchildren,...
Remster Alexander Bingham
Oct 24, 2019
Remster Alexander Bingham, 72, of Grand Haven, Michigan passed away on Thursday, October 24th, 2019. Remster was born on November 7th, 1946, in Chicago, Illinios to Remster Bingham and Barbara Bingham Mulberry. Arrangements have been entrusted to Simply Cremations in Grand Rapids, Michigan.
Arthur Lee Pharms
Oct 23, 2019
Arthur Lee Pharms, 69, of Grand Rapids, Michigan passed away on Wednesday, October 23rd, 2019. Arthur was born on October 23rd, 1950, in Grand Rapids, Michigan to Arthur Pharms and Gillie Pharms Ezelle. Arrangements have been entrusted to Simply Cremations in Grand Rapids, Michigan
Elizabeth Louise (Smith) Story
Oct 23, 2019
Elizabeth Louise Story, 88, of Lowell, Michigan passed away on Wednesday, October 23rd, 2019. Elizabeth was born on March 7th, 1931, in Beattyville, Kentucky to John and Oleta (Brandenburg) Smith.
Wayne Steven Turek
Oct 22, 2019
Wayne Steven Turek, 65, of Byron Center, Michigan passed away on Tuesday, October 22nd, 2019. Wayne was born on August 9th, 1954, in Grand Rapids, Michigan to Peter and Gerry Turek. He was married to Theresa Turek.
John K. Johnson
Oct 22, 2019
John K. Johnson, 76, of McMillan, Michigan passed away on Tuesday, October 22nd, 2019. John was born on February 20th, 1943, to Elmer and Bernadette Johnson. Arrangements have been entrusted to Simply Cremations in Grand Rapids, Michigan.
Mary Ann Knapp
Oct 22, 2019
Mary Ann Knapp, 58, of Reed City, Michigan passed away on Tuesday, October 22nd, 2019. Mary was born on December 7th, 1960, in Lakeview, Michigan to Dale and Adeline Knapp . Arrangements have been entrusted to Simply Cremations in Grand Rapids, Michigan.
Richard Lee Belka
Oct 21, 2019
Richard (Rich) Lee Belka, aged 67, of Belding (Grand Rapids) passed away on Monday, October 21, 2019 surrounded by loved ones.His passions included anything outdoors (especially fishing), spending time with friends and family, being a father to his three daughters, and a grandfather to his grandchildren. Those that were fortunate enough to know him will remember his hospitality, generosity,...

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