Jan 31, 2025

Lynn Charles Walker, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, went to be with the Lord on January 31, 2025. He passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by his family, at the age of 85 years. Born on July 2, in Kalamazoo, Michigan, he was the son of Charles and Florence Walker.

A graduate of Honor...

Jan 31, 2025

Alice Mary Avery, born on May 31, 1936, in Holland, Michigan, passed away peacefully at home on January 31, 2025. She was the beloved daughter of James and Violet Verhey and was predeceased by her parents, her brother Lynn (Marilyn) Verhey, and her daughter Elizabeth (Jeff) Laik.

Alice graduated from Bronson School of Nursing in...

Jan 30, 2025

Sally Ann (Hodell) Gordon of Grand Rapids, Michigan, age 70, passed away peacefully on Thursday January 30, 2025, at 11:30 pm.

Sally was born the third of four girls and spent her childhood in Howard City. The Hodell girls dressed to impress and were very social. She was able to get anyone to open up...

Jan 29, 2025

Quy Van Huynh, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully on January 29, 2025, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, at the age of 79. Born on January 1, 1946, in Hue, Vietnam, Quy was the second oldest of six siblings.

At the age of 20, he married the love of his life, Hong Thi Dang....

Jan 29, 2025

She has said her life began when she married Steven H. Luokkanen, and it truly did.  She was a caring compassionate person to all.  She loved meeting new people in her long career as a manager of gas stations.  Her hobbies and love were camping with her husband, sister-in-law, Yvonne, and brother-in-law, Jerry, traveling, rock collecting, and...

Jan 28, 2025

There will services held in his honor beginning with Visitation on Thursday, February 6, 2025, from 5-8 PM with Rosary at 7 PM at Ofield Funeral Home; Visitation on Friday, February 7, 2025, from 9 AM-12 PM and then from 5-8 PM with Rosary at 7 PM at Ofield Funeral Home. The final...

Jan 26, 2025

Shirley Ann Ayers Vokes passed away peacefully on January 26, 2025 in Kentwood, MI after a courageous battle with cancer. Born on May 28, 1951 in Quebec, Canada, Shirley's warm spirit and loving nature were apparent from an early age.

Shirley had many interests throughout her life. Her passion for gardening and sewing were not...

Jan 25, 2025

Thomas Wesley Perrin, aged 73, of Kalamazoo, Michigan, died Saturday, January 25, 2025, at his home. He was born December 31, 1951, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, the son of Wesley and Doris Perrin. He and his siblings attended Creston High School, where Tom graduated with the Class of 1970. He went on to earn an undergraduate degree...

Jan 24, 2025

James Frances Wood

Jim grew up in a loving family of five, enjoying an adventurous childhood filled with camping and boating trips, thanks to his parents' love for the great outdoors. Those early experiences instilled in him a deep appreciation for nature and a zest for life.

After high school, Jim answered the...

Jan 23, 2025

Together to celebrate the life of Richard Alexander Onan, known fondly to family and friends as Alex, who left this earth on January 23, 2025. Born on August 21, 1991, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, Alex's spirit and infectious laughter brought joy to all who knew him.

Alex is survived by a loving family: his wife...

Jan 22, 2025

April May Smith, age 68, passed away on Wednesday, January 22, 2025 after a courageous battle with cancer. She was an excellent seamstress, sewing many different things for people over the years. She also loved to do scrapbooking along with many other crafts. April enjoyed going up to the U.P. every year, where she has been going to since...

Jan 22, 2025

Kefyalew Kassaye, born on May 6, 1965, passed away on January 22, 2025, in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

He was the son of Balcha Kassaye Woldaemanuel and Kaneni Gudeta. Kefyalew's life was marked by his unique presence and the connections he formed with those around him.

May his memory bring comfort to all who...

Jan 20, 2025

Daniel "Dan" Scott Rider, a man whose sense of humor was as dependable as a classic rock anthem, has taken the checkered flag on life's race track.

Born under the Michigan winter's frosty spell on February 21, 1966, in Grand Rapids, Dan's journey circled back to where it began; he calmly turned off his engine...

Jan 20, 2025

Judy Carol (Fewell) Biener, age 85, passed away peacefully on January 20, 2025. She was born on June 17, 1939 in Three Rivers, Michigan, the daughter of Gene Fewell and Mary (Carter) Fewell. The family moved to Grand Rapids when she was two years old. She was preceded in death by her parents and her brother, Kent...

Jan 19, 2025

Kristin Arlene Griggs, age 77, of Kentwood, Michigan, passed away at home on January 19, 2025, after living with Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis for several years. Born in Midland, Michigan, Kristin graduated from Midland High School and continued her education at Central Michigan University. In 1973, she met her husband, Larry, on a blind date, and they were...

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,...

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...

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...

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...

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...