Sep 23, 2023

Jane Elizabeth Jaco (Wilson), 62, of Constantine, Michigan, passed away on September 23, 2023. She was born on June 28, 1961, in Three Rivers, Michigan. Jane was the daughter of James T. Wilson and the late Janiece Eby Wilson.

Jane attended Constantine High School, where she received her education. She cherished her time there and...

Sep 23, 2023

Tom, 87, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, September 23, 2023. His family was grateful to be together for a weekend visit when he "graduated to the next level" as his brother, Leland, shared. Tom, TJ, "Steamin' Beaman" was born on December 6, 1935 to Townsend Frederick and Rossi Rae (Duncan ) Beaman in Jackson, Michigan....

Sep 22, 2023

Phyllis J Jackson, age 72, passed away peacefully at home in Muskegon Heights, MI, following a long term chronic illness.

Phyllis J Merriweather was born on August 21, 1951, in Carrollton, Alabama, to James H Merriweather (1/2012) and Gladys (Pope) Merriweather(12/2012).  She was the oldest of seven children and a true matriarch.  Phyllis  graduated from...

Sep 22, 2023

Vannie Welch, of Grand Rapids, age 92, passed away at the Michigan Veterans Home at Grand Rapids on September 22, 2023. She was born to Vartan Kazarian and Loucy Bedrosian on March 21,1931, in  Everett, Massachusetts

Vannie was a proud United States Marine, serving during the Vietnam Era. She was involved in the  American Legion,...

Sep 21, 2023

Edward Ridgell of Greenville, MI, Age 61 years of age, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on September 21, 2023.

Born in Maryland, he was 3rd of 6 children. The family moved to Stanton, Michigan, where he grew up and went to school.

Edward was happily and wonderfully married to...

Sep 20, 2023

Gloria Jean Sharpe first entered this world eagerly and brightly on July 24,1946 to Mary Ellen Lawrence and Robert Sharpe, Sr. in Albion, Michigan, both now deceased, the eldest of all six children. She left this world peacefully in her sleep on Wednesday, September 20, 2023. Gloria is survived by her loving husband, Van M. Langford, of...

Sep 19, 2023

Nadine Grace Godfrey of Grand Rapids passed away peacefully at Medilodge of Grand Rapids with the assistance of Interim Hospice on Tuesday, September 19, 2023. She was born to William Clare and Ethel McCall on September 25, 1938, in Grand Rapids, Michigan. She and her five siblings were raised by her mother when her father tragically died...

Sep 18, 2023

Janet Lynn Schafer, age 73, passed away peacefully on September 18, 2023.

Janet was preceded in death by her parents, Bernard and Jean Mayotte, sister Dianne Pasant, brother Michael Mayotte and dear friend Mary Rose Braciak.

Janet is survived by her son Andrew (Vicki) Schafer, daughter, Kristen (Glenn) Morgan, granddaughter, Addison Morgan and...

Sep 15, 2023

Frank Samuel D'Amico passed away on September 15, 2023, at the age of 80 in Byron Center, Michigan. He fought a long valiant battle with Alzheimer's disease. Frank was born on May 14, 1943, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, where he lived his entire life. He was a proud husband, father, and grandfather, a Sicilian American, and a...

Sep 15, 2023

Carole Jean Jones born August 03, 1944 passed away peacefully with her son and husband by her side on 9/15/2023. Carole was born in Florida on Eglins Air Force Base to her father, Eugene Williams, and mother, Elizabeth Williams. In her youth, Carole enjoyed going dancing and seeing movies. She spent her adult life in southern California...

Sep 14, 2023

In living memory of our wonderful mother Ruby Mae Sheridan, who passed away at home on September 14th, 2023 after a short illness. She was born on December 28th 1933 in Allegan, Michigan, to Wilmer and Anna Emmons. She married her high school sweetheart Jack Sheridan and they were married for more than 60 years until his...

Sep 14, 2023

After a brief battle with cancer, Peggy Lynn Van Eyk peacefully entered her eternal home on September 14, 2023 at the age of 74.

She is survived by: her children, Jennifer (Dave) Ostrowski, Robert (Kelly) Van Eyk, Michael (Teresa) Van Eyk, Jamie Link, Jeff Link; her grandchildren, Cade (Chelsea) Van Eyk, Mason (Tiffany)...

Sep 13, 2023

Margaret (Peg) Elizabeth Cunningham, age 86, passed away peacefully at home on September 13, 2023. Margaret was born to Wayne and Margaret (Page) Phetteplace on July 19, 1937 in Kalamazoo, Michigan.

Peg from a young age was the life of the party. Between cutting a rug or baking her children's and grandchildren's favorite dishes, she...

Sep 13, 2023

Dennis Snoek, age 98, of Kentwood Michigan passed away Wednesday, September 13, 2023. He served in World War II in Europe. He loved to tell stories to his children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren about his time overseas. He was married to Rosemary George Snoek for 63 years, Rosemary proceeded him in death in 2012. He is proceeded...

Sep 11, 2023

Husband, father, son, brother, uncle, friend, car enthusiast, photographer extraordinaire, cyclist, mountain biker, mechanic, grill master, music lover, outdoorsman, animal lover, woodworker, fisherman, problem solver, peacemaker, trailblazer, researcher, traveler, leader, negotiator, guide, teacher, mentor, counselor, prankster, consultant, confidante. Beloved by many, Mark was all of these things and more. Mark was fiercely loyal and protective of his...

Sep 10, 2023

Corene Rae Edwards, 61, of Grand Rapids, passed away peacefully September 10, 2023, surrounded by loved ones.

Corene dedicated her life to the medical field where she worked closely with patients and in later years, shared her gift through teaching. She will always be remembered for her endless positivity, strength and playful personality.

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Sep 8, 2023

Roger Charles Hosey passed away on September 2, 2023 after a sudden and unexpected illness. He was born on January 18, 1961 to Roger Dale and Kathleen (Ballard) Hosey. Roger, also known as Chuck or Chuckie to friends and family, had a big heart and was quick to help friends and family in need. His advice and...

Sep 8, 2023

Thelma G. Osborn, 93, of Fennville, MI., passed away on September 8th, 2023 at the Wings Hospice Home in Allegan, MI.

She was preceded in death by by her husband Frank Osborn, a son Lyle Billings, a sister Myrtle Brooks, and brother Jim Green, Thelma is survived by sons Roger Billings of Allegan, Thomas Billings...

Sep 7, 2023

Donald Joseph Purcell, age 69, of Manton, MI, passed away on September 7th at Metro Health Hospital in Byron Center, MI surrounded by family. Born on August 20th, 1954, to Edward Purcell and Shirley (Sierzputowski) Purcell in Grand Rapids, Michigan, Donald graduated from Godwin Heights High School with the class of '72 In 1974, Donald joined the...

Sep 6, 2023

Wesley Raymond "Wes" Elliott, 37, of Hastings, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, September 6, 2023. Wes was born on November 17, 1985, in Kentwood. At 16 years old, he met the love of his life, Tilishia DeVriendt. They had three beautiful children and married at Garden Park Church of God on May 17, 2018. Wesley was known...