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Joseph James Szabo
Oct 6, 2023
Joseph Szabo, affectionately known as JoeJoe, passed away on October 6, 2023, following a tragic motorcycle accident. Born on July 11, 1988, in Kalamazoo, MI, JoeJoe was a beacon of joy and laughter for all who knew him. His personality and his sense of humor will be profoundly missed by his loved ones and friends.
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Leland Semm
Oct 5, 2023
Leland L. Semm of Plainwell, Michigan (formerly of Waukegan, Illinois), age 85, passed away on October 5, 2023. He was born to Gerald and Irene Semm on August 31, 1938 in Sarona, Wisconsin.
Leland was married to his high school sweetheart, Sally Semm (Miller) in 1956. They had three boys, Ricky of Colorado, Brian (Teri)...
John "Ollie" Boynton
Oct 5, 2023
Ollie Boynton of St. Ignace died October 5, 2023. He was born September 18, 1932 in St. Ignace to Oliver C. Boynton, Jr. and Mercedes Boynton. Ollie went to grade school at the Ursuline Academy, and graduated from LaSalle High School in 1950. He attended Sault Ste. Marie branch of Michigan Tech, and graduated from the University...
Roxanne (Bonser) Tomasunas
Oct 4, 2023
It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Roxanne (Bonser) Tomasunas after a courageous battle with cancer. She is welcomed through the heavenly gates by her father Barry Bonser; two sisters Christy Bonser and April (Bonser) Schnur; and late husband Tom Tomasunas.
Roxanne was a dearly loved mother, grandmother, sister and daughter. She...
Larry Hugh Brower
Oct 4, 2023
Larry Hugh Brower of Grand Rapids, Michigan, age 80, passed away on October 4, 2023.
He was born to Lloyd and Jean Brower on October 13, 1942.
Larry was a graduate of Wyoming Park High School and Michigan State University.
Larry worked for Becker Auto Supply and Napa Auto Parts.
...Joyce Ludlow
Oct 3, 2023
Joyce Annette Dickerson Ludlow was ushered into the pearly gates of heaven on Oct. 3, 2023. She was born to Donald and Mabel (Hoffman) Dickerson on Oct. 14, 1938, raised in Bloomingdale, Michigan and graduated from Bloomingdale High School in 1956.
She spent her childhood working at Dickerson's Greenhouse, founded by her parents. She found...
Nadine Harris
Oct 3, 2023
Nadine Harris was born in Chicago, IL, on December 2, 1960, to Jessie and Alice Harris (both preceded her in death).
Nadine attended Henry Horner Elementary School, where she graduated the 8th grade, and went on to attend Wendell Phillips High School. She welcomed her first child, Ortiz Maurice Harris. In August of 1979, she...
Michael J. Walsh
Oct 1, 2023
Michael J. Walsh, of Plainwell, Michigan, age 67, passed away on Sunday October 1, 2023. He was born to Francis and Robert Walsh in Kalamazoo, Michigan. He graduated from Gull Lake High School.  He worked as a welder and retired from Graphic Packaging after 40 years.
Mike was married to his wife of 40 years,...
Clarence "Sonny" Kedde
Sep 30, 2023
Clarence "Sonny" Edward Kedde of Caledonia, Michigan, age 76, went home to heaven with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Saturday morning, September 30, 2023. Sonny was born to Clarence and Therma (Dewar) Kedde on December 15, 1946, in Grand Rapids, Michigan and was the youngest of three children. He graduated from Grand Rapids Christian High...
Ronald Lindeboom
Sep 30, 2023
Mr. Ronald Scott Lindeboom, age 57, of Bitely, MI passed away peacefully Saturday, September 30, 2023. He is survived by his siblings Sherrie (Brian) Hankis, and William G. Lindeboom III; many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents William G. Lindeboom, Jr.  and Sandra Modders. The family would like to thank caregivers at...
Bradley Moore
Sep 28, 2023
Bradley A. Moore, 65, went home to be with the Lord, September 28, 2023. He was preceded in death by his father, William C. Moore, Sr. He is survived by his mother, Mary Jane Williamson, step-father, Kent Williamson; brothers - William Moore, Jr., Jack Moore, Michael Moore (Kathy), Kent Aric Williamson (Sara), and Roger Ian Williamson; biological...
Timothy Robert Fidler
Sep 27, 2023
Timothy Robert Fidler, age 48 of Howard City, Michigan passed away unexpectedly September 27, 2023. He was born December 9, 1974 in Bangladesh to David and Darlene Fidler, as the family served as missionaries. Tim owned and operated Realty Lawn Care serving West Michigan for 16 years. Many of his clients and colleagues quickly became close friends....
Reyna Vicario
Sep 26, 2023
Reyna Veronica Vicario of Kentwood Michigan, age 68, passed away on September 26, 2023. Reyna was born on November 17, 1954, in Tilzapotla, Morelos Mexico. Our mother was a kind and giving person who always put the needs of her family before her own. She was a strong woman who faced every challenge in her life with...
Terri Sue Dorman
Sep 26, 2023
Terri Sue Dorman, a passionate, friendly, and kind-hearted woman, passed away peacefully on September 26, 2023. Born on October 29, 1961, in Grand Haven, Michigan, Terri was a beacon of joy and warmth to all who knew her, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and resilience that will forever be cherished by her loved ones. Terri...
Sue Anne (Slagter) Hellem
Sep 24, 2023
Sue Anne (Slagter) Hellem – age 68, of Grand Rapids, Michigan, peacefully passed away on Sunday, September 24, 2023 with loved ones by her side.  She was born November 16, 1954, to Henry and Dorothy (Colby) Slagter of Wyoming, Michigan. Sue was the youngest of 12 children – 6 brothers and 5 sisters. Sue made news headlines at just...
Elaine Marie (Mckinney) Bartlett
Sep 24, 2023
It is with great sadness that the family of Elaine Bartlett announces her passing at age 74. She was born December 11, 1948, and passed on September 24, 2023. She passed away peacefully at home.
Elaine was preceded in death by her children, Jimmy Grofvert and Rebecca Lafferdy and her parents Bert and Millie McKinney....
Gary Finkbeiner
Sep 24, 2023
We are sad to announce the passing of Gary Finkbeiner, 74, of Wayland, MI. Gary passed away on September 24, 2023, in Rockford, MI after a long battle with lung cancer. Gary was an outspoken man, and you always knew were you stood with him. At his core, Gary was a kind and caring man with a...
Thomas "Tom" Elwood Frampton
Sep 24, 2023
Thomas (Tom) Elwood Frampton, age 76, passed away peacefully on September 24, 2023. Tom was born to Mary L. Schmidt and George Frampton on March 19, 1947 in Flint, Michigan. He was the third of four sons. The family lived on a farm in North Branch, Michigan where Tom grew up and attended school. An avid athlete,...
Gerald Boylan
Sep 24, 2023
Gerald Benajah Boylan 48 years old unexpectedly passed away. Benajah suffered from Seronegative Myasthenia Gravis and retired from TMD of Plainwell. He lived his life on his terms.
He leaves behind a devoted wife Cammie of 24 years, two sons - Sgt. Benajah Lee Boylan 24 and Connor Boylan 23, a daughter Lylith Hawkins-Boylan 12,...
Mildred "Millie" L. (Sylvester) Crisp
Sep 23, 2023
Mildred (Millie) L. Crisp of Wyoming, Michigan (formerly of Bay City, Michigan), age 87, passed away September 23, 2023. She was born to Donald and Mildred Sylvester on May 19, 1936 in Detroit, Michigan. Millie lived life considerate and compassionate of others, always seeing the best in people. She was forgiving and always gave others the benefit...

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