May 9, 2025

Howard Jay Block, a cherished son, brother, father and grandfather, passed away on May 9, 2025, at the age of 59, after a courageous 4-year battle with pancreatic cancer. He was born on May 18, 1965, at Kingsbrook Jewish Hospital in Brooklyn, NY and died at Butterworth Hospital in Grand Rapids, MI, surrounded by the love of...

May 9, 2025

Lance Lee Peters, age 55, of Schoolcraft, Michigan, passed away peacefully surrounded by family at Borgess Hospital in Kalamazoo on May 9, 2025.

Lance was born on December 20, 1969, at Bronson Hospital in Kalamazoo, Michigan, to Richard and Vivian Peters (Thompson). He attended both Muskegon Oakridge and Schoolcraft Public Schools, graduating in 1988.

May 8, 2025

On Thursday, May 8, 2025, Betty Gene Mann, always known as Babe, passed away peacefully at the age of 69. She was preceded in death by her husband, Buford Mann. She is survived by her children, Daniel (Christine Wittenbach) Souliere, Corey (Laura) Souliere, and Stacey (Mark) Blocker; three grandchildren, Tyler and Kaylee Blocker, and Justice Souliere. She...

May 8, 2025

Jerry C. Morse, a man whose life was characterized by an unyielding dedication to family, a passion for life's simple pleasures, and a boundless capacity for love, passed away on May 8, 2025, in Kalamazoo, just shy of his 85th birthday. Born on May 10, 1940, in Prairieville Township, Jerry's life was one of purpose, joy, and...

May 7, 2025

Esther Hoag, age 76 years old, went to be with her Lord and Savior on May 7, 2025.

She was preceded in death by her husband of many years, Orville Hoag. Also preceding her in death were her children Orville, Dawn, Angel, her mom Ethel, her father David Heiss, her sister Suson, her bother Steven,...

May 5, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Gwendolyn Joan Borst, who left this world peacefully on May 5, 2025, at the age of 64, with her sons by her side.

Gwen was born on April 3, 1961, at Fort Bragg, North Carolina. She was president of the student council at Anne Chesnutt Junior High...

May 5, 2025

Mary Louise Dillon-Shuert, 86 of Caledonia, Michigan passed away on May 5, 2025, surrounded by her family. Mary was born on July 24, 1938, to Wilson and Lora Cyrus in Milton, West Virginia. Mary, a woman of unwavering faith and boundless love, was a cherished wife to her loving and devoted husband, Des Shuert, and a loving...

May 3, 2025

Rev Harry & Janice Bultema, faith -filled servants of the Lord, ages 89 & 87, passed away peacefully within days of each other. Both were born in Grand Rapids, MI and were married for 65 years and had a life together marked by devotion to family and their calling as teachers of the Gospel. They are with...

May 2, 2025

Robert Merrill Brewer went peacefully to his Heavenly home on May 2, 2025. Bob was born November 9, 1937 in Battle Creek, MI to Merrill Brewer and Grace Iden Brewer. He had one brother (Lyle) and two sisters (Mary and Donna). Bob began working at Bill Knapp's restaurants as a busboy/dishwasher and worked with the company for...

May 1, 2025

On May 1, 2025, Bertel James Froysland was called home to be with his Lord and Savior. He was born November 21, 1930, in Jersey City, New Jersey, the son of Hans and Evelyn Froysland.

After finishing high school, Bert attended Taylor University, graduated from Calvin College and received a Master's degree from the University of Michigan....

May 1, 2025

Melanie Lynne Marks passed away on Thursday, May 1, 2025. No service will be held at this time.

Apr 30, 2025

Marcia Butgereit Obituary Marcia Kay (Bruin) Butgereit, our beloved butterfly, went to her eternal heavenly home with the Lord on April 30, 2025, at the age of 70. A resident of Kentwood, MI, she was a loving wife, mother, stepmother, sister, aunt, and a friend to anyone who met her. Her personality was like that of her favorite creation...

Apr 30, 2025

John Joseph "Jack" Fogarty III died peacefully at home on April 30, 2025 surrounded by his family. Jack was born in Yonkers, New York, on April 21, 1931, to John Joseph Fogarty II, then mayor of Yonkers, and Remi Clothilda Gilligan Fogarty. He was the first of five children. His birth, as well as his parents' wedding,...

Apr 28, 2025

Daniel Farber, age 60, was called home to be with his Lord April 28, 2025. He was born to Gene and Evelyn Farber on September 27, 1964. Dan was a member of the Armed Forces, he served in Germany in the Army. Dan received many awards. He worked security and was a bouncer for Broadway, Bluenote, and...

Apr 28, 2025

Doris Lea (Stitt) Bates, born on April 17, 1934, returned to the Lord on April 28, 2025 at the age of 91. Doris, an Air Force nurse, married Reverend Richard Bates, the love of her life, on January 31, 1959 in Wichita Falls, Texas. They celebrated 57 years of marriage together.

As a minister's wife,...

Apr 27, 2025

On April 27, 2025, our beloved "Don" went home to be with his Lord and Savior.

He was born to Donald C. And Catherine Bosker on April 10, 1952.  He attended Plymouth High School and graduated class of 1970. Don worked his whole life in the Food Industry, Managing a few different restaurants during his...

Apr 26, 2025

In Loving Memory of Abbas Peykarian.

We are heartbroken to share the passing of Abbas Peykarian, a beloved father, grandfather, and accomplished architect, who passed away peacefully on 4/26/2025.

Abbas graduated from the University of Munich with a degree in Architecture. He welcomed his first two children, Narisa and Kushan. Later, during his...

Apr 26, 2025

Sally Schmelter, 81 years young, passed away Saturday, April 26, 2025 with niece Brenda and Kelly Hemmeke with her. Sally lived in West Michigan for most of her life.

She was proceed in death by her husband Dale Schmelter and her 4 siblings. Sally never had children of her own, but had 10 nieces and...

Apr 26, 2025

Dorothy (Doti) Ann Browning, age 83, passed into God's full presence on April 26, 2025 at home in Caledonia (Grand Rapids) Michigan, after living with lymphoma and Amyloidosis for several years. She was a beloved wife, mother, sister, and aunt.

Born in December 2, 1941 to Alex and Nellie Irwin of Muskegon, Michigan, Doti graduated...

Apr 24, 2025

In Loving Memory of Ronald Lorne Thomas

(1941 - 2025)

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Ronald Lorne Thomas on April 24, 2025, at age 83. Husband, brother, son, father, Popo, and Rockin' Ronnie to some. Ron's vibrant spirit, generosity, and unwavering love enriched the lives of everyone fortunate enough to know him....