Jul 11, 2023

Jeremiah A. Vredeveld "Miah" 33yrs old, of Sparta MI, was tragically involved in a motorcycle accident in the early hours of July 4th, 2023. He sadly succumbed to the extent of his injuries as of 6am on July 11th, with his sister Kristen and amazing nurses at his side. His final act of love and heroism occurred...

Jul 10, 2023

Leo Jay De Vries of Wyoming, Michigan passed into the arms of Jesus peacefully on July 10, 2023, surrounded by his loving wife and family. He was born on February 23rd, 1938 to Reinder (Ryan) and Rena De Vries, immigrants from Friesland. Leo was reunited with his greatly missed daughter Rhonda De Vries, grandson Ryan Stevens, great-grandson...

Jul 9, 2023

William (Bill) Dewolfe Conrad, age 94, died at Corewell Butterworth Hospital on July 9, 2023, following a short illness. At the time of his death, Bill was a resident at Mission Point of Grandville. Born on March 23, 1929, in Alton, IL to Frederick and Selma (Dewolfe) Conrad, Bill was the third of five children and moved with his...

Jul 9, 2023

Robert David Birkenmeyer was born on 5/6/1925 to Harry and Leah Birkenmeyer in Chicago, Ill. He graduated from Hirsch High School, then received his Bachelor's degree at Kalamazoo College and his Masters in Chemistry at Western Michigan University. He also served 4 years in the Navy as an airplane mechanic. Robert married his high school sweetheart, Mary...

Jul 8, 2023

John 5:24 I tell you the truth, whoever hears my word, and believes him who sent me has eternal life, and will not be condemned; he has crossed over from death to life.

Dana Cameron Smith, born in Michigan, July 13th, 1950, passed away peacefully, at his Rockford, Mi., home, on July 8th, 2023, with...

Jul 8, 2023

April Louise (Austin) Mason, age 42, of Kentwood, passed away on Saturday, July 8, 2023. She was born on April 10, 1981, to Paul Swidwa and Diane Austin in Grand Rapids.

April was an amazing person who cared deeply for her friends and family. She was the glue that always made sure everyone stuck together....

Jul 7, 2023

Harry Hansen of Grand Rapids, MI, age 90, passed away into the loving arms of his Lord on July 7, 2023. He was born to Hans and Helga Hansen from Denmark, on April 28, 1933 in Melvindale, MI. He was very proud of his Danish ancestry.

Harry served his country proudly for three years as...

Jul 6, 2023

Everett Harold McEntyre, age 87, of Allegan, passed away on Thursday, July 6, 2023. He was born to Jess and Carmel (Fleeman) McEntyre on June 25, 1936, in Manila, Arkansas.

He was a mechanic and loved race cars. He enjoyed building engines. He owned McEntyre Automotive and McEntyre's Racing Engines. You could always find him...

Jul 5, 2023

David LeRoy HECKMAN has entered the dawning of a new day with his passing July 5, 2023.

David loved camping, boating, fishing and hunting. His love for driving large vehicles led him to become a Professional Truck Driver for over 20 years before his retirement.

David is survived by his immediate family: (son)...

Jul 5, 2023

Kevin was admitted to Heaven on July 5, 2023. He was predeceased by his dad, Alvin Eads; stepmom, Thalia Eads; sisters: Kathryn Lamoreau and Joanne Bower; and nephew, Joshua Eads. He is survived by his mom, Delores Mull; siblings: Sheryl (David) Spidell, Gregory Eads, Bryan (DeeCee) Eads, Debra (Doug) Horn, Sharon (Don) Straight and David (Barbie) Strong;...

Jul 3, 2023

Almeda Givens of Grand Rapids, Michigan (formerly of Sterlington, LA) went home to be with the Lord on July 3, 2023.

Almeda was a 1964 graduate of Carroll High School, and received her Bachelor's degree from Southern University and was a proud member of the AKA Sorority.  She went on to get her MSW at...

Jul 2, 2023

Our mother Pamela Knapp, age 69 passed away July 2, 2023 at home, with loved ones by her side. She was always there for someone no matter what even if she was upset with you. She loved to go on road trips and visit family in other states. Bingo and casinos were her favorite hobbies and she...

Jul 1, 2023

Thu Nguyen passed away on Saturday, July 1, 2023 surrounded by family at his home in Wyoming, MI. Visitation for Thu will be held at Ofield Funeral Home, 4500 Kalamazoo Ave Se, Kentwood, MI 49508 on Thursday, July 7th from 9am-Noon and 5pm-8pm with a rosary at 7pm. Funeral Mass will be held at Our Lady La...

Jul 1, 2023

David M. Wilson of Rockford, Michigan, age 57, passed away Saturday, July 1, 2023. He was born to Theodore and Janet Wilson on October 7, 1965.

David loved to go stand-up jet skiing, watching Michigan State, and the Miami Dolphins. He also loved going to concerts to see his favorite bands.

He was...

Jun 29, 2023

Mary Lynn (Ogren) Sullivan, age 71 of Wayland, passed away peacefully at home Thursday, June 29, 2023 in the loving care of her husband of 50 years, Daniel. She will be deeply missed by her daughter and son-in-law, Karen and Ken Bos and her grandchildren Daphne Ann and Kenneth Sullivan (Sully). Born in 1952 in Biloxi, Mississippi,...

Jun 29, 2023

It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of Donna Marie Parks on June 29, 2023 peacefully at age 81. Donna lived a life blessed by two long and happy marriages, first to her late husband Bill Hoisington and then years later another 21 years married to Dar Parks. Each place she lived in Michigan,...

Jun 26, 2023

Marilyn passed from this existence into the next on Monday, June 26, just three days after her 90th birthday. She was proceeded in death by her first born, Mary Rose Braciak, and by all her wonderful siblings, siblings-in-law, and their spouses: Robert (Marie) Fischer, Richard Fischer, Fred (Christine) Fischer, Donald Fischer, Elaine (Wesley) Hill, Shirley (George) Lienhard,...

Jun 25, 2023

Eunice Talmage-Minor of Battle Creek, MI went home to her Lord and Savior on Sunday June 25, 2023 at Rose Arbor Hospice in Kalamazoo, MI. She was born to Zenus and Leora (Howell) Talmage on March 17, 1937 in Battle Creek, MI. Eunice loved her Lord and family. Enjoyed going to grandchildrens events, holidays with...

Jun 24, 2023

William (Bill) Charles Halstead, age 68, of Allegan, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, June 24, 2023, at 3:45 p.m. with his family by his side.

He was born on March 12, 1955, in Kalamazoo, the son of George and Dorothy (Beldon) Halstead.  He grew up and graduated in Otsego.  He met his wife, Leah Skinner,...

Jun 24, 2023

James "Pops" Ronning of Albion, Michigan (formerly of Battle Creek), age 80 passed away on June 24, 2023. He was born the only child of Walter and Doris (Smith) Ronning on November 3, 1942 in Battle Creek, Michigan. James spent his childhood in the Battle Creek area. After Graduating from Springfield High School James served in the...