Aug 22, 2024

STEWART, Philip Alan, 69, of Grand Rapids, MI, passed away on August 22, 2024, following an unexpected illness. Born in Columbus, OH, to the late Joseph Mack Stewart Jr. and Elna Kathleen Stewart (née Group), he relocated to Grand Rapids where he attended Calvin College before transferring to Ferris State where he earned his bachelor's degree. In...

Aug 21, 2024

(Alice) Joyce Thomet  April 9, 1935 - August 21, 2024

Joyce Thomet of Grand Rapids, MI, age 89, departed this world on August 21, 2024 to ascend into the arms of Christ and join her adored husband, Gary.

Joyce loved books, finance, boating, and swimming. She was an avid learner right to the...

Aug 21, 2024

Lisa Marie Bergman, born on August 24, 1960, in Bethesda, Maryland, passed away peacefully on August 21, 2024, in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

Lisa was a devoted wife to Mark Bergman for nearly 40 years. She was known as the best gift giver, always putting thought and love into every present. Her dedication to her family...

Aug 20, 2024

Paula Louise (Stewart) Butler, age 73, of Byron Center, passed away on Tuesday, August 20th, 2024.

Paula was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Michael D. Butler; her parents, Robert and Patricia Stewart; and her brother, Robert Jr. Paula's legacy lives on through her loving family. She is survived by her sons, Mike "Bubba"...

Aug 19, 2024

Teresa Lynn (Boss) Bultema, age 67, of Byron Center, went to be with her Lord on Monday, August 19, 2024.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Larry Boss and Sharell Renkema; parents-in-law, Gus and Jo Bultema; brother-in-law, Raymond Bultema; daughter-in-law, Julie Bultema and grandson, Kyle Jamieson. She will be lovingly remembered by her...

Aug 18, 2024

Emil Przeklasa passed away peacefully with his family by his side on August 18,2024 at the age of 73.  Emil was born on May 9, 1951 and attended Utica,MI community schools.  As a child, Emil allegedly walked 5 miles, up hill, in the snow, both ways to school.  He later married his high school sweetheart, Judy, in...

Aug 18, 2024

Gregory Ignatoski, aged 68, of Grand Rapids, MI passed away in his home on August 18, 2024. He is now reunited with his beloved family who preceded him in death, mother Julia (Grzeszak) Ignatoski, father Leon Ignatoski, sister Pamela Friskey, and niece Amy Ignatoski. He is survived by his brothers Patrick (Terry) Ignatoski, Denny (Pam) Ignatoski, Fred ...

Aug 16, 2024

In the verdant fields of East Leroy, Michigan, the sun did set on a life well-lived, as Steven Anthony Grzymala, known affectionately as Steve, bade farewell to this mortal coil on the 16th of August, 2024. Born under the summer sky of 1958, in the bustling city of Detroit, Steve's journey was one that saw the laughter...

Aug 16, 2024

Marian DeLynn Schmidt, age 91, went to be with Lord on Friday, August 16, 2024. She was preceded in death by her parents, Rolland and Marian Haynes; Husband, Earl Schmidt; Son in law and daughter; Rob and Wanda Ward and sisters; Marilyn Spaulding and Shirley Zaremba.

She will be lovingly remembered by her children, Randy(Laura)...

Aug 16, 2024

Richard Stiffler, age 87, of East Grand Rapids, Michigan, passed away peacefully in his sleep on August 16, 2024. He was the loving father of Leslie (Briana) Yarhouse, Laurie (Dan) Nyquist, and Clay (Kris) Stiffler, and the proud "Grump" of 8 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife of 60 years, Thalia (Tolly).

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Aug 16, 2024

Dennis John Taylor, died peacefully in his home, Friday, August 16 after fighting a tough battle with pancreatic cancer for the past three years. He was 71 years old.

Born in 1953 in Inkster, Michigan. Dennis was the oldest son of Samuel and Patricia (Ainsworth) Taylor and the middle of five children. He graduated from...

Aug 14, 2024

Mary Jean VanSickle, age 83, of Grand Rapids, Michigan, beloved child of God, wife, grandmother, aunt and friend to all, passed away on Wednesday, August 14th, 2024.  Mary was born to Melvin and Julia Mead on May 4,1941, in Hart, Michigan, where she spent her childhood.

Mary went to a one room schoolhouse through the...

Aug 13, 2024

Aug 13, 2024

Machelle Ann Whipple, a beacon of laughter and love, passed away peacefully on August 13, 2024, with her devoted sons by her side. Born on May 21, 1957, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, Machelle was the cherished daughter of the late Fred and Marguerite Wright (Hoover), and a sister to the late Amy Wright. Survived by her sister...

Aug 12, 2024

Melvin "Mickey" Winters, a man who could light up a room with his humor and who lived a life as vibrant as his personality, passed away on August 12, 2024, in Coldwater, MI. Born on October 14, 1950, in Berea, OH, Mickey embraced life with gusto, a twinkle in his eye, and a joke always at the...

Aug 12, 2024

Janet Marian (Schlumm-Schultz-Taylor) Williams, 62, of Kalamazoo, Michigan, passed away at 9:47p.m. on Monday, August 12, 2024 surrounded by her family. She was born on January 1, 1962, the daughter of Lela Ward Schlumm (preceded her in death) and Christopher and Norma (also preceded in death) Schlumm of Hillsdale, MI. Janet is survived by her companion and...

Aug 11, 2024

Mark was a kind, generous soul. He loved his family fiercely and gave his all to his military service, serving in both the Army and Navy. He worked hard to provide all he could to support his family. He often gave to those around him, encouraged others to chase their dreams and provided judgement free love. Mark...

Aug 10, 2024

Steven Robert Perkowski, age 68, of Kalamazoo, Michigan, passed away peacefully on August 10, 2024. Born on August 23, 1955, in the same city where he would spend his entire life, Steve was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend whose passion for life touched everyone he met.

Steve was the cherished husband of Susan,...

Aug 9, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the untimely passing of our husband, father, grandfather and brother, Richard Edward Derby Jr, who tragically passed in a car accident on August 9th, 2024. He was 64 years old.

Rich is survived by his wife of 42 years, Laurie, and his four children, Meghan (Chris), Caitlin (Scottie), Shane,...

Aug 9, 2024

Arthur "Art" Lee Penny, of Kalamazoo, MI, entered eternal rest on August 9, 2024, at the age of 72, in Borgess Hospital in Kalamazoo, MI, surrounded by family.

Art was born in Kalamazoo, MI on January 26, 1952, to Stewart and Mary (Phillips) Penny. He drove semis for a living, which quickly became his passion...