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Helen Worst
Feb 17, 2023
Worst, Helen Louise, of Grand Rapids, age 95, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Saturday, November 25, 2023 at Mission Point in Grandville, MI. Helen was preceded in death by her husband Ernest Worst. Helen is survived by son Joseph (Deb), daughter Linda, special grandchildren and great grandchildren. Helen loved to knit and crochet, play dice...
Elton James Whitcomb
Feb 16, 2023
Elton James Whitcomb, or 'Jim', passed away peacefully in his home, on February 16th, 2023.
Jim was born in Hudsonville, Michigan on May 12th, 1946, to Robert and Pearl (Sturgeon) Whitcomb. He was an avid fisherman and loved anything outdoors.
Jim will be missed by his wife of 36 years, Judy (Parente) Whitcomb;...
Norma Jean Bauer
Feb 16, 2023
Norma JÂ Bauer, born July 31, 1940, passed away peacefully at home in Otsego, MI on February 16, 2023.
She is survived by John and Shirley Bauer from Geneva, FL, Shirley Jenson from Atlanta, GA, Sally Butler from Adrian, MI, Margie Holcomb from Howell, MI, Margaret Bauer from Howell, MI.
Norma was a...
Leeann (Lindemann) Zuern
Feb 14, 2023
LeeAnn Zuern passed away peacefully with her family by her side, February 14th, 2023.
LeeAnn was born June 22, 1967 to Gail and Pat Lindemann in Lansing, MI. She soon came to the family cottage on Jehnsen Lake in Rodney, Michigan. There she met her best friends of 40+ years, Marlene and Connie Jehnsen. She...
Nancy J. Mcalary
Feb 14, 2023
Nancy J. McAlary, age 82, of Grand Rapids, passed away Tuesday, February 14, 2023, under the care of Hospice and her family. The daughter of Walter and Jeanette (Brom) Behrens, Nancy Behrens was born on August 12, 1940, in Grand Rapids. She graduated from Union High School. She worked until retirement for various employers including Dexter Lock,...
Linda Carol Wilson
Feb 13, 2023
We are heartbroken to share that on Monday February 13, 2023, our beloved momma, grandma, and neenee, passed away; however, we have peace and hope knowing she is with her savior Jesus.
Linda Carol Wilson (Wallace) was born to James and Mary Wallace, in Cleveland, MS on October 26th, 1950. Her parents, along with 2...
Eleanor June Newell
Feb 13, 2023
Eleanor June Newell went into the arms of her Savior 2/13/2023. She was born in Grand Rapids, Michigan on 11/08/1943.
She is preceded in death by her parents Leo and Mary (Tawney) Cook of Ensley, Michigan, as well as her husband Bruce.
Eleanor is survived by her son Chris Newell;Â brothers Ray Cook,...
John Edward Stocking
Feb 13, 2023
John Edward Stocking passed away on February 13, 2023 after his courageous battle with cancer. He was born in a small home in Grand Rapids to Robert and Elizabeth (Wise) Stocking on March 4, 1945. John was very proud of his job as a Lineman which he worked for 41 years. This allowed him to travel and...
Alexia Nicole Vandyke
Feb 6, 2023
Alexia Nicole Vandyke, age 2, of Grand Rapids, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Monday, February 6, 2023 at Helen DeVos Children's Hospital.
Alexia was born on August 7, 2020, to her loving parents, Marcus and Latasha (Topps) Vandyke, in Grand Rapids.
She was preceded in death by her...
Gerald Vandenberg
Feb 5, 2023
Gerald (Jerry) Ray Van Den Berg, age 88, left this earth for his heavenly home on Sunday, February 5, 2023.
He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 68 years, Arlene (2/22/22). He is survived by his children Diane (Gary 3/31/11) Wieck, Randy and Terri, Marc and Nancy and Jill Whitman. He was...
Robert Earl Inman
Feb 5, 2023
Robert "Bob" Earl Inman, age 85, of Grand Rapids, Michigan passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, February 5, 2023, in the arms of his daughter, Amy. Bob was born on January 19, 1938 in Grand Rapids to Charles and Marie Inman. He graduated from Catholic Central high school. He was married to the love of his...
Curtis Stephen Hellem
Jan 31, 2023
Curtis Stephen Hellem – "Curt" to loved ones and friends – age 74, of Grand Rapids, Michigan, peacefully passed away on January 31, 2023. He was born July 27, 1948 to Ralph and Hazel (Peacock) Hellem of Wyoming, Michigan. Curt had two brothers: Robert Hellem, who preceded him in death, and James Hellem, of Grand Rapids. Curt...
Charles Hebert
Jan 31, 2023
We are sad to announce the unexpected passing of Chuck Hebert, age 62, of Grand Rapids (formerly Royal Oak).
He is survived by his son Denis, sisters: Terri, Vickie, Kathy, Kelly, Laura and brother Chris. Chuck was preceded in death by his parents Donna and Jerry Hebert.
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June (Tornovish) Clark
Jan 30, 2023
June Marguerite Clark, 88, of Allegan, passed away January 30, 2023 at the Wings of Hope in Allegan after a long battle with Parkinson's Disease.
Born December 21, 1934 in Grand Marais, Michigan, daughter of the late Steve and Evelyn "Tudy" (Bugg) Tornovish. June was a graduate of Holland High School.
June worked...
Donald L. Tharp
Jan 30, 2023
Donald Lee Tharp, age 85, of Grand Rapids, MI,. passed away on January 30th, 2023.
Don was born in Seminole, Oklahoma on June 1, 1937, to Von and Mabel Tharp.
At this time, no services are planned.
Arrangements are entrusted to Ofield Funeral Home.
Russel John Winters
Jan 29, 2023
Russel John Winters II, age 36, of Muskegon, Michigan unexpectedly passed on January 29, 2023. RJ served in the Army from 2009-2011 in Iraq. He was a bit of a jokester and enjoyed simple things like throwing ball, hanging out with friends, and listening to music. His family will be honoring his life at Fairplains Cemetery in Sparta, Michigan...
Bernard L. Shaltz
Jan 28, 2023
Bernard (Bernie) Shaltz, age 92 of Leota, MI, passed away January 28, 2023. Born and raised in Grand Rapids and known to his friends at American Seating as "Bernie the Bender", he will be remembered for his easygoing personality, his love of nature, and his ability to make friends with everyone.
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Raymond Edward Marentette
Jan 28, 2023
Raymond Marentette 81 of Lowell, formerly Howard City, passed away January 28th of cancer.
He is survived by his wife, Ann (Hurley) of 51 years.
Ray was a proud Navy vet and millwright at GM for over 30 years.
William D. Calabrese Sr.
Jan 27, 2023
William Daniel Calabrese, Sr., aged 80, of Grand Rapids, passed away on Friday, January 27, 2023, after a diagnosis of mesothelioma in August of 2022. He was born on July 12, 1942, in Chicago, Illinois, to Adeline (nee Smiraglia) and Antonio Calabrese. In 1948, the Calabrese family moved to Hersey, Michigan, where they worked on their 80-acre...

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