Sharon Lynne Smith
Aug 15, 2026
Sharon Smith, age 66, of Grand Rapids, passed away peacefully with her devoted daughter by her side the morning of Saturday, August 15th, 2026 after a sudden and brief battle with endometrial cancer.
Sharon was born on June 26, 1960 in Flint, Michigan, the daughter of Charles Frank Smith and Ramona June Smith, née Charette. An immeasurably cherished mother, sister, aunt,...
Robert Robins
Aug 14, 2026
Robert Roy Robins was born July 10, 1956, in California, to Elizabeth and John Robins. He passed away peacefully on August 14, 2026, at the age of 70, following chronic health issues.
It is difficult to know how to summarize a life like Rob's. Some people live a long life. Rob seemed determined to fit several lifetimes into one.
An adventurer at...
Joan DeBaar Walstrom
Aug 12, 2026
Joan DeBaar Walstrom, age 94, died on August 12, 2026, in Grandville, Michigan.
Joan was preceded in death by her husband, Don Walstrom; her son, Richard DeBaar; and her parents and siblings. She is remembered by her daughter, Gayle (Ed) Wiers; her son, Tim (Bardo) DeBaar; six grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; and nieces and nephews.
Born on November 9, 1931, Joan lived a...
Linda Louise Cook
Aug 9, 2026
Linda Louise Cook, age 78 of Wyoming, Michigan peacefully went to spend eternity with her Savior Jesus Christ on August 9, 2026 surrounded by her family.
She was the daughter of Charles and Marjorie Larkin, and spent much of her childhood in Ludington and the surrounding area.
She was a lover of animals, specifically cats. She never met a stray she didn’t...
William Edward Jarrett
Aug 7, 2026
William (Bill) Edward Jarrett, age 101, of Grand Rapids, Michigan, passed away peacefully on August 7, 2026.
Bill was born on June 7, 1925, in Cromwell, Indiana, and grew up in Elkhart. A proud member of the Greatest Generation, he served in World War II as a member of the 91st Chemical Mortar Battalion. Following his military service, Bill enjoyed a...
Luke Thomas Smith
Aug 6, 2026
Luke Thomas Smith, known as Luke and known by the pronouns he and him, lived a life that was full of energy, laughter, and heart, and he will be remembered with deep affection by all who knew him.
Luke was born on April 11, 1978, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, and he passed away on August 6, 2026, in Greenville, Michigan, after...
Carol Jean Bares
Aug 3, 2026
Carol Jean Bares, known lovingly to all as Carol, was born on March 1, 1973, in Zeeland, Michigan, and departed this life on August 3, 2026, in Dorr, Michigan, after a long period of declining health. She was a woman of Christian faith, and in her days among us she walked with a gentle spirit, a generous heart, and a...
Jeffrey Kent Noorman
Aug 3, 2026
Jeffrey K. Noorman, age 53, of Hudsonville passed away on August 3rd, 2026 after a battle with esophageal cancer. Born November 28th, 1972 in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Jeff grew up in Allendale, Michigan. He fell in love with his wife, Cheri (Postema), at age 21. After five days of meeting, Jeff and Cheri were looking at wedding rings, they married...
Tracie "Trixie" Howe-McKeiver
Jul 31, 2026
Tracie “Trixie” Howe-McKeiver, beloved wife, mother, sister, and friend, passed away on July 31st surrounded by her loved ones at the age of 60 in Grand Rapids, MI.
Born in Hart, MI, Tracie lived the past 40 years in Grand Rapids with her husband, Mark McKeiver, and three children, Katie, Tony, and Jenny McKeiver. While born a Michigan State fan, she...
Marcia Ellen Herold
Jul 30, 2026
Marcia Ellen Herold nee Blake passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 30, 2026 at her place of residence.
She was the widow of Robert (Bob) Herold who preceded her in death in 2007. She leaves behind 3 children. Diane Scott (Joseph) of Arizona, David Herold of Florida, and Barbara (David) Martin of Michigan, 7 grandchildren, and 5 great grandchildren.
The last 10...
Ralph John Traevino (AKA Reno Vic)
Jul 30, 2026
Ralph Traevino, age 84, of Houston, Texas, passed away on 7/30/2026 at home in Battle Creek, Michigan.
Ralph was born and grew up in Marshall, Michigan, where he spent a lot of time on his grandparents’ farm; he cherished his time there. He attended Battle Creek Central and Harper Creek High School. As a young man, he carried a gift that...
Gary Leonard Dudicz
Jul 30, 2026
Gary L. Dudicz, age 79, passed away peacefully at his home on July 30, 2026.
Born on January 4, 1947, in Burbank, California, Gary was the son of Leonard Dudicz and Jean (Dodge/Dudicz) Metsker. He spent his formative years in Michigan and graduated from Petoskey High School class of 1965.
Gary's lifelong fascination with boats, automobiles, and mechanical systems led him to...
Jean Cabbage Gaston
Jul 29, 2026
Jean C. Gaston, known lovingly as Jeaner, passed away peacefully on July 29, 2026, at her home of nearly 6 years, Grand Brook Memory Care in Wyoming, Michigan.
Born on December 2, 1935, in Des Moines, Iowa, Jean's determination to reach her potential earned her one of 5 lifetime scholarships to Michigan State University. The award was for excellence in both...
Armando Rodriguez Arasia Sr.
Jul 26, 2026
Lovingly known as Mondo, Mondo-Elvis, and Bumpa
With the heaviest of hearts, we announce the tragic passing of our beloved father, Armando Rodriguez Arasia Sr., who passed away at his home on July 26, 2026.
Born in Capac, Michigan, and raised in Grand Rapids, Armando was an amazing father and a deeply loved man. To his family and many friends, he was...
Micah Nathan DeWard
Jul 26, 2026
Micah Nathan DeWard of Grand Rapids, MI was born in Fremont, MI on February 17, 2005, eleven days after his expected due date. He was embraced with love and joy by his parents Nathan and Andrea DeWard and his big sister, Noelle. Micah died at the age of 21 on July 26, 2026, far before his expected time was due....
Teresa Meyer Wilson
Jul 26, 2026
Teresa "Terri" Meyer Wilson, a resident of Kentwood, Michigan, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Sunday, July 26, 2026, after a long illness and sudden complications. She was 65.
Terri was born on Sept. 4, 1960, in Sycamore, Illinois. She is survived by the love of her life and soulmate, her husband of 27 years, Thomas Wilson of Grand Rapids,...
Carole Joy Velthouse
Jul 25, 2026
Carole Joy (Haan) Velthouse age 86, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Saturday, July 25, 2026, after a long battle with Dementia. She was proceeded in death by her parents, Fred and Jean Haan; brother and sister-in-law Norm and Joyce Haan; sister and brother-in-law Joyce and Alex VanVels; sister and brother-in-law Ruth and Sherwood Kok; brother-in-law David...
Mary Ann Driggers
Jul 22, 2026
Mary Ann Driggers, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away on July 22, 2026, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, at the age of 75. She was born on June 10, 1951, to Daniel and Mildred Detrow.
Mary loved her family dearly and found some of her greatest happiness in the time she spent with them. She was a devoted mother to...
Melva "Jeanne" Jean Sutherland
Jul 22, 2026
Melva Jean Sutherland(Jeanne), 78, of Big Rapids passed away peacefully at Butterworth hospital on July 22, 2026. She was born on November 23, 1947, in Big Rapids, Michigan to Melvin and Wanda Cooley. She married Don Cole then later married Bruce Sutherland.
She retired from Mecosta County General Hospital after 43 years of service in 2015. She then worked at McDonalds...
Judy Lynn Chesser
Jul 20, 2026
Judy Lynn Chesser (Truman) born January 12, 1954 in Kalamazoo, Michigan, died July 20, 2026 at Rose Arbor Hospice after a valiant battle with terminal cancer.
She is survived by her husband Richard Chesser, her children Jennifer and Michael, along with 6 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren, sister Joyce (Dave) Scribner and brothers George (Linda) Truman and David (Judy) Truman, sisters-in-law Shiela...
