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Michelle  Anne (Williams) Rothley

Michelle Anne (Williams) Rothley

May 7, 2017

Rothley, Michelle, 62 Shelly began the next stage of her journey Sunday, May 7, 2017. Born and raised in Grand Rapids, she is survived by her best friend-husband, Rod, favorite son Michael his wife Bridgett Curtis-Rothley, Chuck the most amazing dog ever, Dinky the cat, and grand-pets Marley (Mayhem), Jacquie, and Doughy. She is also survived by brother Wayne...

Susan  Couch Coolidge

Susan Couch Coolidge

May 7, 2017

Susan Couch Coolidge, 65, of Grand Rapids, passed away on May 7, 2017 Susan was born on January 25, 1952, in San Mateo California to Barnum and Dorothy Coolidge According to the wishes of Susan, cremation has taken place. Arrangements entrusted to Simply Cremations in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

Theodosia (Jaworski) Tryon

Theodosia (Jaworski) Tryon

May 6, 2017

Theodosia Tryon, age 64 of Kentwood, passed away suddenly Saturday, May 6, 2017 and entered the loving embrace of her heavenly Father. Theodosia is survived by her loving husband Gary, daughters Andrea (Joe) DeJong and Jennifer Figueroa, 6 grandchildren with baby DeJong expected in October, and brother Joseph Jaworski of Austin, TX. Visitation will be held Monday, May 15th...

Ruth Audrey Lorraine (Merkle) Mccurdy

Ruth Audrey Lorraine (Merkle) Mccurdy

May 5, 2017

Ruth Audrey (Merkle) McCurdy passed away on the morning of May 5, 2017 at the Brookcrest Rehab and Nursing Home in Grandville Michigan. Ruth was 91 years old. On May 22nd, a family greeting at 10:00 am followed by a memorial service at 11:00 am will be held at First Park Congregational Church in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Ruth was...

James Vanderkodde

James Vanderkodde

May 4, 2017

Jim VanderKodde Jim (Vander) Kodde departed this life on May 4, 2017 after a short battle with cancer. He was preceded in death by his parents Harold (Dutch) and Esther (DeVries) VanderKodde and is survived by his husband Gary Alpers, his step-daughter Rachel (Annika) Alpers and his adoptive sister Georgia (Doug) Everse, their children Nick, Philip, Dasha and their...

Marc  Henry Vandis

Marc Henry Vandis

May 3, 2017

Marc Henry Vandis, 66, of Holland, passed away on May 3, 2017. Marc was born on May 31, 1950, in Grand Rapids Michigan to Lambert and Jeanne Vandis. According to the wishes of Marc, cremation has taken place. Arrangements entrusted to Simply Cremations in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

Lavere  Rex Park

Lavere Rex Park

May 2, 2017

LaVere Rex Park, 65, of Cadillac, passed away on May 2, 2017 LaVere was born on September 2, 1951, in Cadillac Michigan to Rex and Ellen Park. According to the wishes of LaVere, cremation has taken place. Arrangements entrusted to Simply Cremations in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

Veronica  Ruth Tarrien

Veronica Ruth Tarrien

May 2, 2017

Tarrien, Veronica Ruth "Roni" aged 69 of Grand Rapids went to be with her Lord on Tuesday, May 2, 2017. She is survived by her brother, David (Sharon) Tarrien and several aunts and uncles, many nieces, nephews, and cousins. Roni was preceded in death by her father, Ivan Tarrien, mother and step-father Garnett and Marvin Botma and her beloved...

Melody  Diane (Greenlee) Greenlee

Melody Diane (Greenlee) Greenlee

May 1, 2017

Melody Diane Greenlee Born April 8th, 1970 On April 30th 2017, Melody went to be with our Heavenly Father. Melody is preceeded in death by her biological father George William Greenlee and mother Abelina Planck. Melody is survived by Father Clarence Planck, Aunt Hazel Taylor, sisters Lisa Greenlee, Elsa and Troy Bentley, and brother Bill and Courtney Greenlee. Her...

Jimmie  Dale Chrysler

Jimmie Dale Chrysler

Apr 30, 2017

Jimmie Dale Chrysler, 85, of Grand Rapids, passed away on April 30, 2017. He was born on December 16, 1931, in Grand Rapids, Michigan to George and Frances Chrysler. Arrangements entrusted to the Ofield Funeral Home in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

Helen  Eileen (Evans) Eagan

Helen Eileen (Evans) Eagan

Apr 29, 2017

Helen Eileen Eagan, 62, of Kalamazoo passed away on April 29, 2017. Helen was born on June 29, 1954, in Plainwell Michigan to Orval and Alice Evans. According to the wishes of Helen, cremation has taken place. Arrangements entrusted to Simply Cremations in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

Clare  Edwin Hempel

Clare Edwin Hempel

Apr 27, 2017

Clare Edwin Hempel, 92, of Grand Rapids passed away on April 27, 2017 He was born on October 8, 1924, in Racine, Wisconsin to Jerry and Winifred Hempel Arrangements entrusted to the Ofield Funeral Home in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

Betty  Joan Chandler

Betty Joan Chandler

Apr 27, 2017

Betty Joan Chandler, 85, of Grand Rapids, Passed away on April 27, 2017. Betty was born on August 16, 1932, in Terre Haute Indiana to George and Maude Robards. Betty was a loving mother and avid bowler; she is survived by her daughter Faye Chandler, son Ernest Chandler, grandchildren Anika Chandler, Richard (Holly) Gills, her sister Maxine Davis and...

Susan  Elaine (Garvelink) Heinlein

Susan Elaine (Garvelink) Heinlein

Apr 27, 2017

Susan Elaine Heinlein, 59, of Fennville, passed away on April 27, 2017 Susan was born on April 15, 1958, in Holland Michigan to William and Florence Garvelink According to the wishes of Susan, cremation has taken place. Arrangements entrusted to Simply Cremations in Grand Rapids, Michigan. In lieu of flowers please send donations to, ACTs 267 W. 15th St....

Loaren  Richard Dilts

Loaren Richard Dilts

Apr 27, 2017

Loaren Richard Dilts, 82, of Middleville, passed away on April 27, 2017 Loaren was born on October 21, 1934, in Marion Indiana to William and Dilts According to the wishes of Loaren, cremation has taken place. Arrangements entrusted to Simply Cremations in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

Terrance  Lancaster Tock

Terrance Lancaster Tock

Apr 26, 2017

Terrance Lancaster Tock, 58, of Grand Rapids, passed away on April 26, 2017 Terrance was born on January 11, 1959, in East Grand Rapids Michigan to Norman and Joyce Tock According to the wishes of Terrance, cremation has taken place. Arrangements entrusted to Simply Cremations in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

Lorraine (Wilson) Dejonge

Lorraine (Wilson) Dejonge

Apr 26, 2017

Lorraine DeJonge, 88, of Holland passed away on April 26, 2017 Lorraine was born on January 6, 1929, in Furnessville Indiana to Charles and Alvin Wilson According to the wishes of Lorraine, cremation has taken place. Arrangements entrusted to Simply Cremations in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

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