Nov 30, 2025

Shirley went to her heavenly home early Sunday morning, November 30, 2025, at the ageof 95. Besides her own parents, she is predeceased by her husband Alvin, brother Carl(Shirley Postma), son Stan, and Stan's wife Debbie (Vermeulen). Shirley is survived by hersister, Merle VandeLune, two children Roland (Lisseth Jordan) and Miriam (Keith Hinkle),twelve grandchildren (including three foster grandchildren) 1, and...

Nov 30, 2025

Went to be with Jesus, Sunday evening November 30, 2025. Bill was born June 2, 1936 in Athens, IN; the son of the late Talfred and Sylvia (Werner) Richardson. Bill grew up in Indiana on the family farm near Akron Indiana.  He then graduated from Talma High School.

Bill and his wife Donna (Wilkinson) often...

Nov 29, 2025

Barbara (Barbi) Joanne Lesert passed away on November 29, 2025, after enduring metastatic cancer with characteristic toughness, sarcasm, and grace. Barb studied Art & Photography at GRCC and Aquinas and she leaves a legacy of images that capture, with clarity and depth, nature's beauty and our most essential human moments. She was also an animal lover, a...

Nov 29, 2025

It is with profound sorrow that we announce the passing of James Joseph Kastelz, a beloved husband, father, brother, uncle, and friend, who left this world on November 29, 2025, in Grandville, Michigan, at the age of 75. James was born on May 19, 1950, in Detroit, Michigan, to Edward Kastelz and Helen Olmetti, who instilled in...

Nov 29, 2025

Theodore "Ted" Robert Sjoerdsma, age 80, of Hudsonville, Michigan, passed away peacefully on November 29, 2025, surrounded by the people he loved most.

Born on February 16, 1945, in Beaverdam, Wisconsin, Ted lived a life full of quiet strength, steady devotion, and a love that showed itself in everything he did. For more than 54...

Nov 28, 2025

Alexander "Alex" Jeffrey Horton, age 34, of Wyoming passed away unexpectedly on November 28, 2025.

He was born on May 22, 1991 in Grand Rapids, to Jeffrey & Jane L. Horton.

Alex graduated from Godwin Heights High School and later graduated from GRCC.  He worked as an electrician for VanderHyde and Pleune.

Nov 26, 2025

John David Dean, Sr., age 54, of Grand Rapids, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Wednesday, November 26, 2025.

He was born on January 13, 1971, in Grand Rapids, to John & Carol Dean.

John was a mechanic and managed Superior Tire and Auto in the Grand Rapids area for many years...

Nov 26, 2025

Virginia Lynn DeBoer. Born September 30, 1974, in Kalamazoo, MI. She grew up at the DeBoer Family Farm, even though life gave her challenges, it was always home to her. She was employed by Ridderman and Sons, but her passion was Interior Painting. She also enjoyed crocheting, diamond art, doing her nails and getting her hair done...

Nov 24, 2025

Donald L. Spilde, 89, passed away Monday, November 24, 2025 at Valley View Care Center in Walker Michigan. He was a wonderful man and will be missed. He was born in Stoughton, Wisconsin, to Benny and Dorth Spilde. Donald was one of four children, Richard, Kenny, and Beverly. He married his wife, Janet Spilde, in July of...

Nov 21, 2025

Alice Marie "AJ" Robinson, age 65, passed away on November 21, 2025, in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Born on November 18, 1960, also in Grand Rapids, Alice spent her life rooted in the community she loved and served with unwavering dedication. A proud graduate of Grant Public Schools, Alice's passion for learning and helping others led her to...

Nov 21, 2025

Martin John Ludwick, affectionately known as Mart or Marty to his friends and family, passed away peacefully on November 21, 2025, at his daughter's home in Newaygo, MI. Marty's life was marked by his kind spirit, humorous nature, and wisdom that touched the lives of many.

He was born on July 22, 1951, in Grand...

Nov 20, 2025

Terry Lynn Storey, a beacon of joy and cherished soul, completed her earthly journey on November 20, 2025, at the age of 71, in the same city where her story began, Grand Rapids, Michigan. Born on February 5, 1954, Terry cultivated a life rich in laughter, adventure, and an unwavering dedication to those she loved.

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Nov 19, 2025

Richard "Rick" Johnson, age 76, passed away peacefully on November 19, 2025, at home under the loving care of his wife, brother and Holland Hospice Care following a courageous battle with cancer in Holland, Michigan

A lifelong lover of the water and a respected figure in the marine industry, Rick leaves behind a legacy as...

Nov 19, 2025

Steve "Pista" Erdos, Sr. October 25, 1939 - November 19, 2025 Kalamazoo, Michigan Steve "Pista" Erdos, born October 25, 1939 in Papa, Hungary, to Eugene and Juliannna (Masterhazy) Erdos passed away November 19, 2025. Steve came to America in 1956-57, during the Hungarian revolution. Once arriving in America, he met fellow Hungarians, Laszlo and Larradine Csiszar, with...

Nov 18, 2025

Deborah Lyn Jandle, formerly Deborah Sherwood, age 66, passed into the loving peace of her Heavenly Father on November 18, 2025, in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Born on September 21, 1959, Deborah lived a life marked by compassion, humility, and a quiet strength that carried her through every chapter of her journey.

Deborah devoted...

Nov 18, 2025

On Tuesday, November 18, 2025, Dana passed away unexpectedly at Trinity Hospital after a long struggle with COPD. Born August 24, 1959, in Niles Michigan to the late John and Marjorie Dreyer.

Dana is survived by her siblings, Stacy Andrews-Eagle, and husband Kyle of Hudsonville, MI; Chuck Dreyer, and his wife Marlene of Zeeland, MI;...

Nov 15, 2025

James Michael Butler was born October 8 1958 to Steve and Marilyn Butler in Kalamazoo, Michigan. He attended Milwood schools and graduated from Mattawan High School. Jim worked in the family's plumbing business operating Ommi Marble, manufacturing and distributing vanity countertops.Later in life Jim started his own sewer and backhoe company. He also worked for Custer Office...

Nov 14, 2025

Patricia Faye Rabourn, 88, went home to be with her Lord and was reunited with her husband, Charles, on Nov. 14, 2025.

Born Patricia Faye Humphrey on December 9, 1936, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, to DeWard and Elsie Humphrey, she moved frequently in her early years and attended many schools, spending most of her childhood...

Nov 14, 2025

Wendy Lynn Stroup "Roberts" was born on September 2, 1960, and passed away on November 14, 2025, at the age of 65, surrounded by her family.

Wendy worked many years in the hospitality field, with her last job in the housekeeping and laundry department at Tender Care Portage. She made many friends there...

Nov 13, 2025

With his family by his side, Michael C. Bingman passed away on November 13, 2025, after a long battle with Myotonic Muscular Dystrophy. He faced every challenge with quiet strength and stubborn determination.

Michael was born in Escanaba, Michigan, on December 19, 1955, to Faye and Edna Bingman. One of seven siblings he carried his...