Jun 28, 2019

Edward Strain, Jr. of Grand Rapids, Michigan, age 60, was promoted to Glory on June 28, 2019. He was born on January 1, 1959 in Nashville, Tennessee. Chef Ed started cooking at the spry young age of eight years old. He remembers always being in the kitchen with his Mom (Ora) and his grandmother (Georgia). Even then they had...

Jun 28, 2019

Marc Andrew Smith of Allegan Michigan, formerly of Chicago, passed away peacefully on Friday, June 28, 2019, at the age of 57. He is survived by his brother Bob (Kim) Smith; sister Betsy Kroll; nephews Rob (Alyssa) Smith, Henry Kroll; niece, Emma Smith and great-niece Amelia Smith. He was preceded in death by his dear parents, Robert Henry and...

Jun 26, 2019

Sheilia Katherine Jean Graham, 61, of Holland, Michigan passed away on Wednesday, June 26th, 2019. Sheilia was born on November 19th, 1957, in St. Ignace, Michigan to Richard Graham and Mary Sheltron Moore. Arrangements have been entrusted to Simply Cremations in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

Jun 25, 2019

Vicki Lynn Peterson, 75, of Cedar Springs, Michigan passed away on Tuesday, June 25th, 2019. Vicki was born on November 13th, 1943, in Lakewood, Ohio to Francis McAnallen and Lenore Lybolt . Arrangements have been entrusted to Simply Cremations in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

Jun 24, 2019

James Elmer Moore, 59, of Grand Rapids, Michigan, passed away peacefully on June 24, 2019. James was born in Leechburg, PA to parents Elmer and Bernice Wolfe. He loved to work on cars, ride his moped all over town, and "The Dirty Bird". His favorite place to be was at The Flamingo with all of his friends. James is...

Jun 24, 2019

Ward, Luther age 85 and a lifelong resident of Grand Rapids MI, passed away peacefully into the arms of Jesus on Monday. He suffered from Kidney failure and Alzheimers disease. Luther was born on September 3, 1933, in Grand Rapids, MI. As a youngster he participated in Youth Commonwealth and a boys club at the YMCA, where he was...

Jun 24, 2019

Carol J Schurtz (Reed) of Grand Rapids, Michigan, (formerly of Mancelona and Muskegon, MI) age 67, passed away on June 24th, 2019. She was born to Elmer and Hazel (Curtis) Reed on January 5th, 1952, in Muskegon, MI. Carol loved to spend her free time reading and enjoying the wildlife of northern Michigan. In particular, she enjoyed the many...

Jun 23, 2019

Jun 23, 2019

Jason R. Haveman, age 88, went Home to his Lord and Savior on Sunday June 23, 2019. He is survived by his loving wife of 36 years, Shirley (Koopman). He is also survived by his brother Bob (Helen) Haveman; sisters, Beatrice Roseboom and Esther Bakker, 13 children, 22 grandchildren, and 15 great-grandchildren. Jason was a veteran of the U.S....

Jun 18, 2019

Derrick Andrew White August 18, 1988-June 18, 2019. Derrick loved steak, fishing, Natty Daddies, fixing things, climbing trees, being outdoors, and most of all his family. Derrick was wonderful with children, especially his niece and nephews, who loved him so very much. Derrick had a beautiful smile and a kind, gentle nature. He was always ready to help someone...

Jun 18, 2019

Diane Lucille Kidd, 72, of Portage, Michigan passed away on Tuesday, June 18th, 2019. Diane was born on August 15th, 1946, in Sturgis, Michigan to Robert and Dorothea (Wolfrath) Colman. Arrangements have been entrusted to Simply Cremations in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

Jun 18, 2019

Melva Ann Medawis, 74, of Ravenna, Michigan passed away on Monday, June 17th, 2019. Melva was born on May 25th, 1945, in Fremont, Michigan to William and Della (Weeks) Parks. Arrangements have been entrusted to Simply Cremations in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

Jun 18, 2019

Ronald Dale Pas, 73, of Holland, Michigan passed away on Tuesday, June 18th, 2019. Ronald was born on February 14th, 1946, in Holland, Michigan to Raymond and Wilma (Rypma) Pas. Arrangements have been entrusted to Simply Cremations in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

Jun 18, 2019

Betty Stam DeWaard, reached the age 90 in April of 2019 and was welcomed into the full presence of her faithful Savior, Jesus Christ, in June, 2019. She was predeceased by her husband of 64 years, John, her brother, Ed Stam and her son-in-law, Charles Harmon. She is survived by her children: Paul (Mary) DeWaard, Susan (Craig) Bruggink, Donna...

Jun 17, 2019

Amanda Lynn Groenke age 35 passed away Jun 17 2019. She was preceded in death by her father Gordon, grandparents Tony and Rose VanderSyde and sister in law Lauren Humphreys. She is survived by her sons Anthony Stonto,Elijah Knowlton,Matthew and Gabriel Hojnacki her mother Bonnie, brother Jesse, niece Jazlynn Groenke. Amanda was a beautiful woman proud of her native...

Jun 17, 2019

Laurie Lynn Kimbrell Geerling, 48, passed away on Saturday, June 15, 2019, at her home in Wyoming, Michigan. Laurie was born October 12, 1970 in Chicago, Illinois to Robert Kimbrell and Linda (Sines) Kimbrell. She grew up in the Chicago suburbs of Lombard and Aurora, where her son Joseph was born. In 1996, she moved to Michigan where she...

Jun 16, 2019

On Father's Day morning, June 16, 2019, Earl D. VanDusen of Wyoming, MI went to be with his eternal Father. Earl was born to Judy and Mick VanDusen in 1931, graduated from Union High School, served in the Navy during the Korean War, and retired from Reynolds Aluminum Company after working there for many years. Earl was an avid...

Jun 16, 2019

Clifford Lee Storey, 63, of Wyoming, Michigan passed away on Sunday, June 16th, 2019. Clifford was born on April 15th, 1956, in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Arrangements have been entrusted to Simply Cremations in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

Jun 15, 2019

On June 15, 2019, the gates of Heaven were opened wide as Edward George deBaptiste passed through them into the arms of his Loving Savior, Jesus Christ. Ed was born in Detroit, Michigan to parents Eric and Irene deBaptiste. He was preceded in death by his parents and siblings, Betty and Ann Brown. Ed is survived by his loving...

Jun 15, 2019

Louis Michael Chatterson, 81, of Kentwood, Michigan passed away on Saturday, June 15th, 2019. Louis was born on July 14th, 1937, in Grand Rapids, Michigan. He was married to Bevery Jean (Curry) Chatterson.