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Merilyn Kay (Freeman) Devries
Jan 19, 2025
Merilyn Kay (Freeman) DeVries, 85, of Jamestown, Michigan, entered the presence of her Lord and Savior on Sunday, January 19, 2025, surrounded by her loved ones. She was born on September 29, 1939, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, to Russell and Helen Freeman.
Merilyn had a strong faith in Jesus Christ and was a loving wife,...
Constance Lou Stephenson
Jan 18, 2025
On January 18, 2025, Connie L. Stephenson passed away at Resthaven Care Center Rachel House in Holland, Michigan. She was 81 years of age.
Born on October 17, 1943, in Lansing, Michigan to D. Pauline (Duncan) and Robert P. Stephenson, Connie was the first of four siblings, followed by Barbara Jo, Mary Lynn, and David...
Kaiden Michael Christian Clinkscales-Walker
Jan 18, 2025
Kaiden Michael Christian Clinkscales-Walker Kaiden, the sweetest boy, was born September 14,2024 to parents Kamry Clinkscales and Kamron Walker. Kaiden was requested by God on January 18,2025. Kaiden's journey was that of a warrior. Kaiden was born over 2 months early and faced many battles. Kaiden boldly defeated all obstacles and after 75 days in NICU came...
William E Kalleward
Jan 17, 2025
William E. Kalleward Sr., passed away on January 17, 2025, surrounded by his loving family and friends. Born on November 15, 1970, William lived a life full of adventure, warmth, and love.
William was passionate about spending time with his family. Whether it was dirt biking, enjoying hockey games, camping trips to Silver Lake, or...
Betty Jane (Ward) Reynolds
Jan 17, 2025
Betty Jane was born to William and Cecile(stout) Ward in Tennessee, Where she grew up Until she met James Butler and then moved to Michigan And They got married, Started Their Family and had 4 Children Dana, Michelle, Jason and Jonathan. After Divorcing Jane met Daniel Reynolds who became the Love of her Life and They Married...
Suzette Uminn
Jan 14, 2025
Suzette Linnae Uminn (Gale) passed away on Tuesday, January 14, 2025 in Kalamazoo, Michigan at the age of 78. She is survived by her husband, Ludwig (Louie) Uminn; children, Ben Uminn and Tasha Mazo (Uminn); grandchildren, Kalsee Masters, Katelyn Uminn, Kyler Uminn, and Tyler Mazo; mother, Madeline Hoppe; siblings, Marsellie McNett, Mark (Julie) Kindig, and Matt (Donna)...
Michael William Allen
Jan 13, 2025
Michael William Allen (78), of Wyoming, Mi. passed away at his home surrounded by his Wife and Son on January 13, 2025. His parents Betty, John Allen, and Brother Jim Allen preceded him in death.
Mike's career was with Clark Equipment Co. (Michigan and Kentucky) for many years.
Mike is survived by his...
Nancy Henderson
Jan 11, 2025
Nancy Lee (Imhauser) Henderson, born on November 21, 1943, in Kankakee, Illinois, passed away peacefully at home in Kalamazoo, Michigan, on January 11, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Nancy was the cherished daughter of Everett and Gertrude (Dandurand) Imhauser. In January of 1965, she married Larry Henderson (1944-1982). She is survived by her daughter Monica (Henderson)...
Lap Le
Jan 11, 2025
Lap Le, born on November 20, 1943, passed away peacefully on January 11, 2025, in Wyoming, Michigan.
A visitation will be held on Wednesday, January 15, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., followed by a temple-led service from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Both events will take place at Ofield Funeral Home, 4500 Kalamazoo...
David Dominguez
Jan 10, 2025
David Dominguez, a man known for his courage, friendly demeanor, and great sense of humor, passed away on Jan 10, 2025, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, due to complications from a stroke. Born on August 12, 1963, in Stamford, Texas. David's infectious laughter and fun spirit brought joy to all who knew him throughout his 61 years of...
Jerry Adams
Jan 10, 2025
Jerry Gene Adams was born June 26, 1940 and passed away on January 10, 2025. Jerry is survived by wife Mary Geneva Adams, his daughter Kimberly Sue Effenheim with husband John Effenheim and grandson James "Jimmy" Miller; and his two sons Barry Lee Adams with grandson Hunter Adams, and Jeremy Scott Adams with wife Erin Adams and...
James "Jim" Robert Tomlinson
Jan 9, 2025
On Thursday, January 9, 2025, James "Jim" Robert Tomlinson passed quietly into the arms of Jesus. Jim was born December 25, 1949, in Lexington, Kentucky. He attended school in Lexington, KY and lived in Green Valley, Arizona before residing in Portage, Michigan. He served in the United States Army Reserves.
Jim was preceded in death...
Rickie Lee Ward
Jan 9, 2025
Rickie ("Rick") Lee Ward, age 72, peacefully passed away at home in Wyoming, Michigan, on Thursday, January 9, 2025, after a courageous battle with cancer.
Rick is survived by his devoted wife, Nancy Ward; his children, Shawnie Michmerhuizen (William) and Rickie Ward II (Heather); and his cherished grandchildren, Brooke Mahlebashian, Sierra Chandler (Corey), Sydnee Michmerhuizen,...
Daniel Morris
Jan 8, 2025
Daniel Patrick Morris passed away on January 6, 2025 at the age of 65 of a Glioblastoma brain tumor. Despite the challenges of his illness, Dan remained in good spirits until the end, and was a favorite at the hospital and hospice for his humor and irreverent nature.
Dan was born in Ann Arbor Michigan,...
Lawrence Edward Efting Sr.
Jan 7, 2025
Lawrence "Larry" Edward Efting Sr went to his eternal heavenly home at 100 years! After his 100-year party, he looked forward to seeing Jesus, his Savior, face to face. He was never tired of playing card games or watching football, especially the Lions and University of Michigan. After serving in the Navy in WWII, he lived in Grand Rapids...
Larry Bailey
Jan 7, 2025
Larry Lee Bailey, 76, of Hastings, Michigan, passed away peacefully on January 7, 2025. Born on October 28, 1948, in Battle Creek, Michigan. Larry was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and a proud U.S. Army veteran who served in Vietnam. Larry graduated from Gull Lake High School in 1967, joining the Army in 1968, and was...
Brenda Lee (Kauffman) Rustin
Jan 6, 2025
Brenda Lee Rustin (Kauffman) died peacefully after a five-year battle with Lewy Body Parkinson's at The Grand Brook Memory Care of Grand Rapids Michigan on Monday, January 6, 2025 in Wyoming, Michigan at the age of 80. Brenda is survived by her husband, J. Howard Rustin; children, Nettie (David) Eichelberger and Jesse Rustin; grandchildren, Cole (Ali) and...
Myron Stokes
Jan 6, 2025
Myron George "Mike" Stokes, age 84, of Walker, Michigan, passed away peacefully on January 6, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Born on August 6, 1940, in Detroit, Michigan, to parents George Charles Stokes and Lulu Alice Poole Stokes, Mike was a beacon of kindness and generosity, whose sense of humor and love for life touched all...
Nathaniel Allen Menck
Jan 5, 2025
Nathaniel Allen Menck, known affectionately to friends and family as Nate, left this world unexpectedly on January 5, 2025, at the age of 42. Born on December 15, 1982, in Kalamazoo, MI, Nate was a cherished son, brother, father, and friend who brought laughter and warmth to every room he entered. Nate grew up in the embrace...
Carol (Lee) Knox
Jan 4, 2025
Carol (Lee) Knox, 85, of Grand Rapids, formerly of Rockford, died Saturday, January 4, 2025. She was born December 28, 1939 to Lester and Lillian (Cavanaugh) Lee. She worked in the medical field first as an x-ray technician, then as a registered nurse. Her passion was hospice nursing.
Surviving are her children, John (Shelley) Knox,...

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