Mar 24, 2025

W. Dennis Arndt, beloved husband, brother, father, and grandfather, passed away peacefully into the arms of his Savior on March 24, 2025, at the age of 87. Born in Cleveland, Ohio on February 20, 1938, Denny was a kind and compassionate person who touched the lives of many with his smile and warmth. Denny was an engineer...

Mar 23, 2025

Martha Jane Jeffreys (Caperton) passed away peacefully on March 23rd, 2025.

She was born in Savannah Tennessee on October 8th, 1936, to Jerrell Dean Caperton and Laura Verla Caperton (Jones). The family moved near Doniphan Missouri when Martha was 8, then moved to Michigan when she was a teen. She remained in the Fennville/Saugatuck area...

Mar 22, 2025

Philip James Savickas, known as Phil to his friends and family, passed away on March 14, 2025, following complications from a stroke the month prior. Born on October 14, 1962, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, Phil's life was marked by his jokes, practical and historical knowledge, and handiness. He was a beloved husband, father, brother, uncle, and friend whose memory...

Mar 19, 2025

Norma Jean Balogh, 63, passed away peacefully on March 19, 2025, in Grand Haven, after a courageous battle with dementia. She was born on June 30, 1961, to Melvin and Leone (Blackburn) Johnson of Montague.

Norma is survived by her loving family, including her son Jarid (Devon) Shunk; daughter Krystal (Eric) Braginton; beloved niece Amber...

Mar 19, 2025

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Tuesday, March 25, 2025

12:00 PM

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Tuesday, March 25, 2025

1:00 PM

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Mar 19, 2025

With deep love and heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Chad Lawrence Ewald, who peacefully entered God's eternal embrace on March 19, 2025, shortly after 10 PM. Chad departed this world surrounded by love, with one hand in the hand of his husband, Alexander R. Clayson, and the other in the hand of his mother, Diane...

Mar 15, 2025

Jeffrey R. Pelton, age 66, of Grand Rapids, Michigan, passed away peacefully on March 15, 2025, after courageously facing significant health challenges in recent years. Born on August 8, 1958, in Grand Rapids, Jeff's life was one of service, love, and adventure, leaving behind a legacy that will be cherished by all who knew him. Jeff was a devoted...

Mar 14, 2025

William "Bill" Patrick Hoffman was born August 24, 1945, in Toledo, Ohio to Frank Hoffman and Ruth Beam, the fifth of eight siblings. He died on March 14, 2025, in Portage, MI following declining health due to pulmonary fibrosis. He graduated from Central Catholic High School in Toledo in 1963. In 1968, he married Cheryl Marie Hansen,...

Mar 14, 2025

Edward George Covington, known affectionately to his loved ones as Eddie, left this world at the age of 65 on March 14, 2025, in his hometown of Grand Rapids, MI, after a valiant battle with gastric cancer. Born on December 29, 1959, to Dorothy Jean Covington and the late Cleatus Covington, Eddie's vibrant spirit and infectious laugh...

Mar 13, 2025

Donald Arthur DeShane, who turned 82 on this year's Groundhogs Day, left his eternal home here on planet Earth, and rose to Heaven just to hear his Lord say to him "well done my good and faithful servant, enter into your rest". This was all done on Thursday, March 13 2025, just one day after having a...

Mar 12, 2025

Jeffery James Brown passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 12, 2025, at Borgess Hospital in Kalamazoo, MI. He was surrounded by his loving family and friends during his final moments. Jeffery was born on September 25, 1987, in Anaheim, California, to Kenneth and Elaine (Crawford) Brown. Despite living with a heart condition his entire life, Jeffery never...

Mar 12, 2025

Jack Rasch of Coopersville passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 12th at the age of 80. Jack was the youngest of 5 children, born to Oscar and Agnus Rasch on August 5th, 1944. He grew up on his family's farm in Conklin, attended St. Joesph's catholic school from Kindergarten to 8th grade, then attended and graduated from...

Mar 10, 2025

Daniel Michael Rowden, known to friends and family as No-plans Dan or Danno, embarked on his final road trip on March 10, 2025. Born in the bustling city of Chicago, IL on May 28, 1956, Dan's story began as a tale of adventure that continued throughout his 68 years of life until he peacefully passed away in Byron Center,...

Mar 10, 2025

Kenneth Michael Scripps, of Grand Rapids,  age 80,  passed away on Monday, March 10, 2025. He  was born to Kenneth and Marguerite Scripps on December 12, 1944.

Known to most people as "Mike", Kenneth was born the second of four children in Grand Rapids, Michigan. He was a 1962 graduate of Grand Rapids Christian High...

Mar 10, 2025

Bette J. Schubert (Harvey), of Fennville, MI, passed away on March 10, 2025, at the age of 90. Cremation was private. A graveside service will take place at a later date.

Bette, a long-time resident of the Tri-Cities area, was born in Sault Ste. Marie, MI to the late Thomas G. and Luella Emily (Roudenbush)...

Mar 9, 2025

Sebastian Christopher Szymanski, known affectionately as "Sebby," passed away at the young age of 23, on the 9th of March, 2025, through an unexpected car accident in Belding, MI. Born on the same day in 2002 to Chris and Chas Szymanski in Grand Rapids, MI, Sebastian was a beacon of light from the moment he entered this world.

Mar 8, 2025

Douglas David Start, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and dedicated business owner, passed away peacefully on March 8th, 2025, at the age of 68.

Born on May 9, 1956, Douglas was the son of David and Jeanette Start. He was the third-generation owner of Start's Blinds and Shades, a family business he loved, which served...

Mar 8, 2025

Marilyn Joyce Baker, 86 years old, beloved mother to three children of Wyoming, MI, passed away peacefully in her home, on March 8, 2025, leaving a void in her family hearts and souls.

Marilyn was born in Muskegon, MI in 1938 to Jack and Helen Bonjernoor, and was the oldest of four children. Marilyn attended...

Mar 7, 2025

Tim Wright, born on September 23, 1963, in Wheaton, IL, and a longtime heart of the Grand Rapids community, passed away peacefully on March 7, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family. His life was a vibrant mixtape of joyous moments, memorable music, and an unwavering commitment to his loved ones. Tim was the cherished husband of Veronica...

Mar 7, 2025

Dr. Curtis Jones peacefully passed at his home in Grand Rapids, Michigan on March 7, 2025, at the age of 86. He was married to his loving wife Constance Jones (nee Cummings) for almost 63 years. He was a loving father to Catherine (Dan) Jones- Rikkers Carlin (Greg) Bylsma and Curtis (Meghan Meyers) Jones Jr. He was...