Leon Alfred Avery
May 9, 2026
Leon Alfred Avery lost his hard fought battle with cancer on May 9, 2026 three days before his 70th birthday surrounded by his family and several loved ones.
Born the youngest of Cleon E and Marian L (Sanders) Avery's seven children in South Haven, MI on May 12, 1956, he was a graduate of Grand Rapids Central High School class of...
Daniel G. Sheldon
May 8, 2026
Daniel G. Sheldon, age 84, of Ionia, passed away peacefully on Friday, May 8, 2026.
He was born on August 22, 1941, in Wyoming, to Gilbert and Mabel Irene Sheldon.
Dan proudly served in the United States Air Force as an Airman Second Class.
Dan worked for many years as an aerospace technician and flooring installer. Dan had many hobbies throughout his life,...
Fred Lauff
May 7, 2026
Fred Lauff, age 99, passed away on May 7, 2026, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, following an unexpected illness. He was born on November 18, 1926, in Pforzheim, Germany, and lived a long and remarkable life marked by ingenuity, humor, service, and love of his family and friends.
Fred was the loving husband of the late Elinor Virginia Marie Lauff (Houttekier), and...
Ryan William James Mahoney
May 7, 2026
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Ryan William James Mahoney which occurred on May 7, 2026. Willy is survived by his Mother, Mary Mahoney and brother, Sean Mahoney.
Willy was beloved by many people for his gentle soul and creative talents. In addition to having a deep love for filmmaking and writing, he was known to...
Susan Marie Meade
May 7, 2026
Susan Meade (née McBride), age 84, passed away peacefully on May 7, 2026, in Byron Center, Michigan. Born on May 8, 1941, in Hopkins, Michigan, Susan lived a life filled with love, dedication, and creativity.Susan was a devoted mother of six children and spent her early years as a stay-at-home mom until her youngest child reached middle school. She then...
Henry Robert Williams Jr.
May 7, 2026
Henry Robert “Bob” Williams Jr., 83, passed away peacefully on May 7, 2026, at home in Holland, MI with his family by his side. Born on October 16, 1942, in Paterson, New Jersey, Bob lived a life defined by service, compassion, and dedication to his family and community.
Bob's early years were spent in Pompton Plains, New Jersey, where he graduated...
Robert Lee Galloway
May 7, 2026
Robert “Bobby” Lee Galloway, age 76, passed away peacefully at his home in Allegan on May 7, 2026, after a long battle with illness.
He was the youngest of four children born to Fred and Francis Irene (Munn) Galloway on April 28, 1950, in Plainwell, Michigan.
Bobby was a hard worker who truly enjoyed life. He was full of love and laughter....
Timothy Raymond Douglas
May 5, 2026
Timothy Raymond Douglas, age 55, of Allegan, passed away peacefully at home on May 5, 2026, after a courageous battle with stage 4 adenocarcinoma cancer. He was surrounded by love, his wife Josephine, Everna Gray, and his closest friends, Richard Peet and Tony Predum, while listening to his favorite classic rock music.
Born on February 1, 1971, Tim was known for...
Heidi Joy Zoerman
May 5, 2026
Heaven gained a precious Angel.
Heidi Joy (Eggebeen) Zoerman passed away peacefully on May 5, 2026 with her loving husband, Daniel Zoerman by her side after a long courageous battle with cancer.
Born on August 27, 1962 she had a passion for arts and craft donating hundreds of her creations to charitable organizations locally and in Australia.
Heidi was a graduate of Grand...
Dorothy Adrianna Curtis
May 5, 2026
Dorothy Adrianna Curtis (Miller) passed away on May 5, 2026, at the age of 71. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend whose life was defined by strength, compassion, and unconditional love for those around her.
Dorothy married her husband Joe on November 29, 1985, and together they built a life centered on family, resilience, and shared joy....
Cindy Peters
May 4, 2026
Cindy (Kosnik) Peters, age 49, of Lowell, Michigan, passed away on Monday May 4, 2026 after a long and courageous battle with cancer.
She was the daughter of Leonard and Ruth Kosnik, born in 1977 in Midland, Michigan.
Cindy graduated from Lowell High School in 1995. After graduating from Grand Rapids Community College in 1997, she went to work for Future Electronics...
Margaret Irene Beech
May 3, 2026
Margaret Irene Beech was born on December 4, 1950. She passed away on May 3, 2026.
She is survived by her daughters, Goldine Parker and Lisa Westfield. Goldine’s fiancé, Timothy Wert, also shared in the family’s close bonds.
Margaret was preceded in death by her loving husband of 43 years, Gary Beech.
Her legacy continues in her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Among them are...
Kendra Leigh Vogg
May 3, 2026
Kendra Leigh Vogg, 49, passed away peacefully on Sunday morning, May 3, 2026, in Byron Center, Michigan. She was surrounded by her loving husband and children during her final moments.Kendra was a spirited individual with a deep love for the outdoors. She found joy in kayaking, walking, swimming, and spending time at the beach. Her kindhearted nature and radiant soul...
Stephen Michael Zielinski
May 2, 2026
Stephen M. Zielinski, age 91, of Ravenna Michigan, passed away on May 2, 2026.
Stephen was born on October 11, 1934 to Steven and Esther Zielinski.
He was a caring man who loved his family, friends, his special dog Missy and spent hours enjoying the birds and wild life in his backyard.
He is survived by his wife Bonnie of 67 years, his...
Charles Ray Allen
May 2, 2026
Charles Allen, age 70 of Wyoming, MI passed away peacefully on May 2, at his home, following a courageous lifetime battle. He was born on September 20, 1955 to George and Catherine Allen in Hutchinson, KS.
Charles was a man of deep reflection and creativity who found great joy in writing poetry and stories. He had profound love for nature and...
Deanna Ruth VanManen
May 1, 2026
Deanna VanManen, 63, passed away peacefully on May 1, 2026, reuniting with her husband Jeff. We find solace that she is at rest after a long struggle. She was a lifelong resident in Grand Rapids and enjoyed arts & crafts, games and family get-togethers.
She is survived by her children, Jeff, Michael (Brittany), and Scott VanManen; her grandson Booker VanManen; her...
Enami Babb
Apr 29, 2026
Enami Sire Aiyanna Baab passed away unexpectedly just before her 2nd birthday on Aril 29, 2026.
She was born on May 4, 2024, in Grand Rapids.
Visitation will be held from 11:00am until 12:00 pm NOON on Friday, May 15, 2026 at Ofield Funeral Home 4500 Kalamazoo Avenue SE, Kentwood. A funeral service will be held at 12:00pm.
Roberto "Bunker Bob" Casarez
Apr 29, 2026
Roberto Aleman Casarez, age 80, passed away quietly on April 29th 2026. He is survived by his loving wife Denise, 3 children, 2 stepchildren, 7 grandchildren, 1 sister, 2 brothers, and all of their spouses. Robert was born to Secilio and Dominga Casarez on January 26, 1946 in Mt. Pleasant MI.
Robert proudly served in the US Army during Vietnam and...
Paul William Kerastas
Apr 28, 2026
Paul William Kerastas, age 91 (Forever 29 in our hearts), passed away on Tuesday April 28, 2026, in Grand Rapids, MI. Paul was born in Detroit, MI on November 9, 1934 the son of Vasilios Ioanis and Winnie (Edmonds) Kerastas. He was preceded in death by his parents Vasilios and Winnie, Brother George and his wife Loraine and Brother John...
