Jul 24, 2024

John Lok, Jr., 77, passed away on July 24, 2024, in Byron Center, Michigan after a courageous battle with cancer. Born on May 23, 1947, in Hengelo, The Netherlands, he was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend.

He is survived by his loving wife of 55 years, Kathleen (Robinson) Lok; daughter, Kimberly (Scott) Finses; son,...

Jul 23, 2024

James L. Soltis, adored and loving husband, father, Papa, brother, and loyal friend, passed away peacefully at home with his family. He will forever be loved and missed.

Jim is survived by his wife of 40 years, Mikki; his son Michael and wife Kerry, their two children, Lyla (11) and Julian (9); and his daughter...

Jul 22, 2024

Donald William Search Sr., 87 years old, passed away surrounded by his wife and family on Monday, July 22, 2024. Born to the late Warren and Mary Alice Search (Corrigan), Don is preceded in death by his parents, stepmother Anne Search, brother Warren, sister-in-law Anita Search, sister-in-law Lucilla Eschmann, and infant daughter Therese Marie. He is survived...

Jul 21, 2024

Doris Katharina was born on December 4, 1933, in Steinheim, Germany, to Karl and Maria Goth. In 1958, she met and married U.S. Army soldier, John Stewart, stationed in Frankfurt, Germany. She is survived by her two children: Mark (Bee) Stewart and Eva (Ken) Bauman; and four grandchildren: Stephanie Stewart, Bryce (Abigail) Bauman, Lily Bauman, and Sara...

Jul 21, 2024

Our family is sad to announce the passing of Charles William Hudson, age 87, of Sparta, Michigan. He passed away at home with loved ones with him on Sunday, July 21, 2024, from several health complications.

Charles was born on April 1, 1937, in his home state of Michigan.  Charles had many interests in his...

Jul 20, 2024

SuAnne Holt, known affectionately as Sue, passed away on July 20, 2024, at the age of 86, in Kentwood, MI. Born on November 9, 1937, in Allentown, PA. Sue was the beloved wife of the late Dr. Michael J. Holt Jr. and a cherished member of her community.

Sue graduated from the Philadelphia College of...

Jul 18, 2024

Carol Jean Carlisle sadly passed away on July, 18th 2024 at her home in Douglas. Her daughter was at her side. Carol enjoyed going to the beach and gardening. You could often find her tending to the flower boxes at Everyday People Cafe.

She will be remembered by her friends and is survived by Heidi ...

Jul 18, 2024

Sally Lynn Ditmar Boeskool Hunter, beloved Wife, Mother, Daughter, Grandmother, Sister, Aunt and Friend went home to the Lord on Thursday, July 18, 2024. She is survived by her husband, Lee Hunter, her children, Dana Hrusovsky (Kurt Duiven), Brian Boeskool (Shantina), Tara Farkas (Dan), Brett Boeskool, and Stacey Nelson (Adam), Ian Hunter (Betsy), and Bryan Hunter (Marilyn),...

Jul 18, 2024

Robert Alan Warblow, aged 70, a cherished father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on July 18, 2024, in Wyoming, MI. Born on April 8, 1954, in Belleville, MI, to the late Fred (Dutch) and Joyce Warblow, Robert's life was marked by his easy-going and generous spirit. After attending a trade school to study electrical engineering,...

Jul 17, 2024

Duane Michael Hill, was a man who lived his life much like he rode his beloved motorcycles: with a sense of adventure, a touch of the throttle, and a hearty laugh in the face of the wind. Born on January 4, 1970, in the town of Muskegon, Duane's journey through life's winding roads came to a peaceful...

Jul 17, 2024

Jennifer Marie Miller-Crame-Autaubo, beloved mother, sister, daughter, and friend, passed away on Wednesday, July 17th, 2024, in Grand Rapids, MI at the age of 46.

Born in Frankfurt, Germany on Monday, December 5th, 1977, Jennifer was a loving and devoted mother to her two daughters, Alex and Sydney. She is survived by her daughters, brother...

Jul 17, 2024

With a heavy heart, Gerald Lee Yost passed away in the comfort of his home surrounded by his wife and family on July 17, 2024.

Gerry was born in Carson City on October 9, 1941, to Dorothy (Dale) and William (Mary) Yost. Gerry is preceded in death by his parents, his son, Kevin Yost, and...

Jul 15, 2024

Betty Ann Tymes, 87, went to her eternal home in Heaven on Monday, July 15, 2024, in Grand Rapids, Michigan.  Betty was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Ronald and her siblings, John Nyenhuis, Jeanne Barchinger, Wilma Schnyders and Marjorie Haines.  She is survived by her children, Ronald B. (Bonnie) Tymes of Twin Lake, MI, Vicki...

Jul 13, 2024

Deb Jongsma, a loving mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, cousin, friend and neighbor was relieved of her Earthly suffering and was received by her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Saturday, July 13, 2024. She faced life's greatest challenges with strength and an independent spirit, twice battling cancer before finally finding peace. Deb was a hard working person...

Jul 12, 2024

It is with great sadness that the family of Ryan Walker, with cerebral palsy at the age of 31 has sadly left our world on July 12, 2024.

He attended Kingsley Montgomery Center School in the SXI program until the age of 18.

He was able to live a long and healthy life...

Jul 12, 2024

LaNita Ramona Haith, age 76, passed away on July 12, 2024, after a long illness and then an acute complication.

She was born on September 9,1947 at Walter Reed Hospital in Washington, DC to Raymond Thomas Haith and LaDonne Bernyce Fields Haith. The family moved to Detroit, Michigan in 1956.

LaNita was a...

Jul 11, 2024

George Richard Seamon 82 February 25, 1942 - July 11, 2024 Celebrating the Life of a Grand Rapids Legend George Richard Seamon born on February 22, 1942, lit up Grand Rapids with his infectious spirit until his passing in the early morning hours of July 11, 2024. Known fondly as "Booga" or "Tooter Booter," he was a...

Jul 10, 2024

Rosemary (Toots) McKinnon passed away at her home in Allegan on July 10, 2024. Rosemary was born December 2, 1932 in Kalamazoo, the daughter of Keith and Georgia McKinnon. She graduated from Hopkins High School in 1951 where she received athlete of the year.

Writing for the Allegan Gazette, the Grand Rapids Press, and Wayland...

Jul 10, 2024

The Lord called Shawn home unexpectedly on Wednesday, July 10, 2024 at the young age of 55.

Shawn was a devoted son, and brother. His nephew, Jarryt 'JT' Ulanch was the apple of his eye. Likewise, JT loved his uncle beyond words!

Shawn was preceded in death by his father Gerald 'Jerry' Ulanch...

Jul 10, 2024

Jeffrey Lynn Lee, simply known as Jeff, passed away on July 10th, 2024 surrounded by his family and loved ones. He was born in Kalamazoo, Michigan on August 8th, 1962 and resided there until his passing. He was a man who could fix anything with enough tape and a few cuss words. A man of simple pleasures,...