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John "Jack" Thomas Fedor Jr.

John "Jack" Thomas Fedor Jr.

Jul 5, 2025

John (Jack) T. Fedor Jr. of Kentwood, MI, passed away peacefully on July 5, 2025, at 69 years old after a short, intense battle with pancreatic cancer. He was surrounded by his family: his loving wife, Cindy Allen-Fedor; his daughters, Michelle Allen-Smith (Benjamin) and Emily Allen (Joseph Hatten); and his dear granddaughter, Meridian Allen-Smith. He is also survived by...

Joyce Ann Lyons

Joyce Ann Lyons

Jul 5, 2025

Joyce Ann Lyons, 71, passed away on the 5th of July, 2025, in Wyoming, Michigan, leaving behind a legacy of friendship, faith, and dedication.

Born on Christmas Day, 1953, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, Joyce grew up surrounded by a large, loving family, including her parents, Betty and Bernie Lyons, who preceded her in death, as did her...

Christine Harwood

Christine Harwood

Jul 4, 2025

Christine "Chris" Caroll (Rumery) Harwood, age 56, of Allegan, Michigan, passed away peacefully to be with her Lord and Savior on July 4, 2025.  Chris was born on December 5, 1968, in Allegan, the daughter of David William Rumery and Barbara Joan (Smith) White.  A lifelong resident of the area—aside from several years in California—Chris built a rich life...

Hildred Harriet (Pranger) Klaver

Hildred Harriet (Pranger) Klaver

Jul 4, 2025

Hildred Harriet Klaver (née Pranger), passed away peacefully on July 4, 2025, at the age of 95, in Jenison, Michigan. Born on April 23, 1930, in Platte, South Dakota, Hildred's life was a testament to her unwavering faith, her capacity for love, and her infectious joy that touched everyone she met. Hildred was the beloved wife of...

Richard M. Ambrose

Richard M. Ambrose

Jul 4, 2025

Richard Ambrose, age79, passed away on Friday, July 4, 2025 after a long illness. He is survived by his siblings, Sharon (Gerry) Winiecki, Janice Eskola and Gregory (Sue) Ambrose along with several nieces, nephews and extended relatives. Private family services will take place at a later date.

William Douglas Bilyk

William Douglas Bilyk

Jul 3, 2025

William Douglas Bilyk, 73, of Gobles, Michigan, passed away unexpectedly on July 3, 2025.  Bill was born on October 27, 1951, in Allentown, Pennsylvania, and lived a life defined by hard work, love of family, and a passion for the outdoors. He was the founder of a successful machine shop that specialized in hydraulic cylinders.

Outside of...

Ryan Patrick Beavers

Ryan Patrick Beavers

Jul 1, 2025

Ryan Patrick Beavers, Age 39. Of Grand Rapids, MI, passed away on July 1, 2025 in a tragic motor vehicle accident. Born in Baltimore City, Maryland, Ryan lived a life marked by courage, service, and love. He dedicated 15 years of his life as a firefighter, a role that reflected his deep commitment to protecting and helping...

Hope Marie Wade

Hope Marie Wade

Jun 30, 2025

Hope Marie Wade passed away at the age of 60, May 7, 2025, in her home surrounded by family.

She was preceded in death by her mother Sharon Greenwood, her father Vern Greenwood and her mother in-law Wannetta Gettys.

Hope met the love of her life Steven Floyd Wade in school and was...

Foster Buxton Iii

Foster Buxton Iii

Jun 30, 2025

Foster Buxton III., a father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and dear friend, passed away peacefully on June 30, 2025, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, after a valiant battle with multiple myeloma. Born on November 11, 1948, in Vossburg, Mississippi, Foster's life was a testament to his strength, resilience, and the deep love he held for his family and friends....

Liecha Ann Ketner

Liecha Ann Ketner

Jun 29, 2025

Liecha Ann Ketner, 66

A beloved mother and cherished grandmother. Liecha Ann Ketner, 66, of Canadian Lakes, Michigan passed away on June 29, 2025 from her battle with lung cancer.

Liecha was predeceased by her parents, Tom and Donna, her husband Walter "Vern" Ketner, and her son, Steven. She is survived by her...

Roger George Siebert

Roger George Siebert

Jun 29, 2025

Roger George Siebert, known lovingly as Roger to his friends and family, passed away on June 29, 2025, after a courageous battle with cancer. Born on September 22, 1958, in Belleville, Illinois, Roger's life was marked by strength, humor, and a deep love for those around him.

Roger grew up in Michigan and graduated from...

Earl Talmadge Wyant

Earl Talmadge Wyant

Jun 29, 2025

Earl Wyant passed away on Sunday, June 29, 2025 in Kentwood, MI.  Earl was born in Du Quoin, Illinois on Wednesday, March 10th, 1937.

A Graveside Service being held in his honor on Tuesday, July 8, 2025, beginning with military honors at 2 PM in Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens.

Alisha Queen (Leonard)

Alisha Queen (Leonard)

Jun 28, 2025

Alisha Queen (Leonard) left with Jesus for Heaven on June 28, 2025, at dawn at the age of 36.

Most beautiful and loved daughter, sister, niece, granddaughter and friend. Alisha loved her family, Mama and Dad Laurie and Tim Leonard, her brothers Timothy and William Leonard, and her "Angel Dog" Rambo.

Alisha had...

Brian Cushman

Brian Cushman

Jun 25, 2025

On June 25, 2025  Brian Cushman, age 66 passed away peacefully at home with family and friends by his side. Brian lived in Evart, Michigan for most of his life where he met Vicki Pedersen while in school. They were married after graduation in 1976.

He spent his career Farming and Appraising, then he retired...

Thuyet Ngoc Nguyen

Thuyet Ngoc Nguyen

Jun 25, 2025

"Thuyet Ngoc Nguyen, 81, of Kentwood, MI, passed away on June 25, 2025 peacefully in his home.

Thuyet was born in Quang Nam, Vietnam, to Thoang and Hoac Nguyen. As the oldest of five children, he always made sure his siblings and parents were taken care of before himself. Along with great devotion for his...

Judith Pennepacker

Judith Pennepacker

Jun 25, 2025

Judith Ellen (DeWard) Pennepacker "Randy" went peacefully to be with her Lord & Savior on June 25, 2025 in Plainwell, MI, surrounded by her loved ones at the age of 81.  She was born December 27, 1943 to John & Evelyn DeWard in Kalamazoo, MI. She leaves a legacy of love that changes lives and generations through...

Jessica Green

Jessica Green

Jun 24, 2025

Jessica Lynn Green, 35, of Lake City, Michigan, passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, June 24, 2025. Jessica was born on June 19, 1990 in Cadillac to Keath Jones and Donna (Bruce) Sparks.

She was married to Justin Green who just celebrated 12 years. She loved spending time with her family, doing her nails in her little...

Steven Patrick Martindale

Steven Patrick Martindale

Jun 23, 2025

Steven Patrick Martindale passed away unexpectedly on Monday June 23, 2025, in the morning at Bronson Methodist Hospital Kalamazoo, MI.

Steven Was born on August 10, 1971, in Alamogordo, New Mexico the son of Doug Martindale of Elkhorn, WI. and Nancy Sobottka of Scotts, MI. Steven Went to Vicksburg High School in Vicksburg, MI.

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Bill Edward Dixon

Bill Edward Dixon

Jun 21, 2025

Bill Edward Dixon, age 66, of Ionia, Michigan passed away on 06/21/2025 after a short battle with Cancer. Born in San Francisco, California. Son of Joy (Jim) Welker and father Sheldon (Rosa) Dixon. Humorous son-in-law to Mary (John) Thalison.

Bill's journey in life was shared with his loving wife, Bobbie of 14 years. Together they...

Christine Kraai

Christine Kraai

Jun 21, 2025

Christine Kraai, 53, passed away peacefully at home on June 21, 2025, surrounded by the love of countless family and friends who walked with her in the weeks leading up to her passing. Christine's legacy is, without a doubt, her deep love for her family and her unwavering faith in the Lord.

Known as both...

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