Marcy (Markovich) Fortin
Oct 3, 2026
FORTIN – Mrs. Marcy (Markovich) Fortin, on October 3, 2026 met face to face with God and they both smiled. Marcy passed away after her battle with cancer at the age of 83. Marcy was born on February 18, 1943 to Paul and Julia (Kapolka) Markovich. She is survived by her devoted and loving husband of 60 years, Robert “Bob”...
Sharon Ruth Brifling-Herron
Oct 2, 2026
Sharon Ruth Brifling-Herron, age 79, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Friday, October 2, 2026, in Walker, Michigan. She was a loving, faith-filled, and thoughtful woman whose life was marked by devotion to her family, her church, and the Lord she served faithfully throughout her life.
Sharon was born on November 19, 1946, and she grew up...
Stephen Bruce Avery
Sep 24, 2026
Stephen Bruce Avery, age 76, passed away on Thursday, September 24, 2026, in Grand Rapids, MI. He was born on May 10, 1950, in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Stephen will be remembered for his kindness, loyalty, humor, and the warmth he brought to those around him.
Stephen had the ability to make people feel welcome and could brighten any room with his...
Shirley Ann (Sweet) Andree
Sep 20, 2026
Shirley Ann Andree went home to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on Sunday, September 20, 2026. She was born in Crystal Valley, MI to the late Chester Earl and Marjorie Beryl (Walker) Sweet. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister, Dorothy Sweet; great grandson, Lucas Fiedler and brother-in-law, Wayne Weers.
Though our...
James Melvin Holtrop
Sep 16, 2026
James Melvin Holtrop, age 82, of Conklin, Michigan, passed away Wednesday, September 16, 2026. He was born on February 10, 1944, in Grand Haven, Michigan, to Lyle and Marjorie (Langlois) Holtrop. He lived a life marked by hard work, devotion to family, and a warm, steady presence that will be remembered by all who knew him.
James was the beloved husband...
Betty Mae (VanderJagt) Poley
Sep 15, 2026
Betty Mae Poley, age 100, of Coopersville, Michigan, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Tuesday, September 15, 2026. She was born in Grand Rapids, MI to the late Edward and Marie (Visser) VanderJagt. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Gerald Poley and her siblings.
Betty is survived by her children,...
Nancy Jean Handlogten
Sep 12, 2026
Nancy Jean Handlogten, age 80, went home to be with her Lord and Saviour Saturday, September 12, 2026. She was born in Grand Haven, MI to the late Louis and Fannie (Harjer) Handlogten. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her siblings; June Velthuis, Margie Taylor, Ron Handlogten and Betty Wiggers.
Nancy enjoyed spending time with family...
David Harold Holm
Sep 12, 2026
David Harold Holm, age 77 of Lamont, went to be with his Lord and Savior Christ Jesus on Saturday afternoon, September 12, 2026. He was born on October 15, 1948, in Muskegon, Michigan to Harold and Dorothy Holm.
In 1966, he graduated from Coopersville High School. After serving in the Marines, he went to work for Frost Incorporated with his father...
John Jay Spinner
Sep 8, 2026
John Jay Spinner, age 84, of Coopersville, MI, went to be with his Lord and Savior on September 8, 2026, surrounded by his loved ones.
Born on June 17, 1942, in Coopersville, MI on the family farm. John was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, and a beloved member of the family. He will be remembered for his kindness, strength,...
Joy Elaine (Lillie) Bos
Sep 2, 2026
Joy Elaine Bos, age 78, of Allendale, formerly of Coopersville, passed away on Wednesday, September 2, 2026. She was born on December 22, 1947, and lived a life marked by love, kindness, and friendship. Joy was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend whose gentle spirit touched the lives of many.
Joy was preceded in death by her parents, Russell...
Martin Lloyd Neely
Aug 31, 2026
Martin "Marty" Lloyd Neely, age 66, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, August 31, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love, hard work, and devotion to family and friends.
He was born on December 31, 1959, in Greenville, Michigan, and throughout his life he carried with him the values of kindness, loyalty, and generosity that were evident to all who knew him....
Jolene Sandra (Schultz) Rice
Aug 27, 2026
Jolene Sandra Rice, age 75, passed away on Thursday, August 27, 2026. She was born on December 2, 1950, in Elgin, Illinois, and lived a life marked by kindness, warmth, and devotion to the people and interests she held dear. Jolene was a loving, friendly, and kind woman whose gentle spirit touched the lives of many and whose memory will...
Violet May (Kitchen) Petznik
Aug 23, 2026
Violet May Petznik, age 99, of Coopersville, passed away Sunday, August 23, 2026. She was born in Grand Rapids, MI to the late Alpha and Minnie (Housel) Kitchen. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by husband, Leonard David Petznik; sons, Larry Petznik, Donald Petznik and Michael Petznik and grandchild Donnia Dehoag
Violet loved spending time with her...
Katherine Mae Verspoor
Aug 22, 2026
Katherine Mae Verspoor, age 74, of Coopersville, passed away Saturday, August 22nd, 2026. She was born in Grand Rapids, MI to the late Edwin and Ruth (Healy) Verspoor. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sisters Margaret Verspoor and Janice Lampert.
Kathy loved spending time with her family and friends. She never missed a family gathering....
Ronald Lee Cuson
Aug 15, 2026
Ronald Lee Cuson, age 75, passed away Saturday, August 15, 2026. He was born in Grand Rapids, MI to the late Clifford and Mary (Lillie) Cuson. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his grandson Jonathan Rimgale.
Ron worked for Georgia-Pacific in Grand Rapids, MI until his retirement and then Kent County warehousing and food delivery. He...
Raymond Dennis Rasch
Aug 14, 2026
Raymond Dennis "Ray" Rasch, 84, passed away peacefully at his home in Wright Township, Michigan, on August 14, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.
Ray was born on October 9, 1941, in his family’s home, to the late Bernard and Edna Rasch. In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by his siblings. He attended Saint Joseph School in...
Sue Ellen (Woodard) Gross
Aug 2, 2026
Sue Ellen (Woodard) Gross, age 82, of Coopersville, Michigan passed away of heart failure on Sunday, August 2, 2026.
She was born November 13, 1943, in Muskegon, Michigan, to Paul and Zelpha Woodard where she graduated from Coopersville High School. She subsequently and briefly attended Ferris Institute (now Ferris State University). She later met and fell in love with Michael Lem...
Lona Joyce Richter
Jul 20, 2026
Lona Joyce (Grossenbacher) Richter, age 80, of Coopersville, Michigan, passed away on July 20, 2026. She was born on August 31, 1945, and lived a life marked by love, faith, and devotion to her family and church.
Lona was a loving and faith-filled woman whose presence brought warmth and comfort to those around her. She was preceded in death by her...
David William Kromer
Jul 19, 2026
David William Kromer, age 91, of Coopersville, known to many as Dave, passed away in Big Rapids, Michigan. He was born on November 10, 1934, and lived a life marked by kindness, intelligence, and deep faith.
Dave served his country in the United States Army, an experience that reflected his sense of duty and commitment to others. Following his military service,...
Judith Ann (Vermeer) Seth
Jul 18, 2026
Judith Ann Seth, known lovingly as Judy, went home to be with her Lord and Saviour on Saturday, July 18, 2026, in Coopersville, Michigan, at the age of 85.
Judy was born on February 24, 1941, and lived a life marked by love, kindness, and thoughtfulness. She carried herself with a gentle spirit and a warm heart, and those who knew...
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