Shirley Ann Molyneux (Kooistra), age 84, of Coopersville, was called home to her Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ on Friday, November 9, 2018. Shirley was born in Coopersville, MI. to the late Meindert and Mary (Brower) Kooistra.  She was preceded in death by her husband Robert Molyneux on July 21, 2018, brother and sister-in-law Frank and Joyce Kooistra and sister-in-law and brother-in-law Elaine and Melvin Breen. She was a woman of deep faith and lifelong member of Eastmanville United...

Valerie Lynn Nyberg, of Hart formerly of Coopersville, 04/28/1956 - 11/02/2018.  It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Valerie Nyberg, age 62. Valerie was preceded in death by her father Miles Nyberg and brother, Vance Nyberg. Valerie had a relentless passion for the pursuit of knowledge and understanding, which was accompanied by her love of reading and research. She most always had a book or two on hand. She was a spiritual being, and had a strong appreciation for...

Sherry Ann Way, age 58, of Grandville formerly of Nunica, passed away Wednesday, October 31, 2018. Sherry was born to the late Robert and Dorothy (Hosmer) Way and grew up in Nunica. She worked as a Nurses Aid at Kent Community Hospital until health issues forced her to retire. Sherry is survived by her sister Janice (William “Bob”) Roberts, brothers, David Way and Darrell (Dorene) Way; several nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents Sherry was preceded in death by her...

Casey Arthur Haarsma, age 57, of Coopersville, passed away Sunday, October 21, 2018 at his home surrounded by family after a courageous battle with cancer. Casey was an active member of Central Family Worship Center in Coopersville and formerly attended Coopersville Christian Reformed Church with his parents.  Casey enjoyed spending time with his family and friends and loved helping others. He was preceded in death by his father John Haarsma and father-in-law, Bart Szejn. Casey is...

Barbara Ann Cooper, age 69, of Grand Haven, passed away Saturday, October 20, 2018. She was born Feb. 10, 1949, in Grand Rapids, Michigan to the late Richard and Betty (Jarvis) Rundle. Barbara was preceded in death by her daughter Tonya Cooper. She will be deeply missed by her husband of 53 years Dennis Cooper; children, Todd (Tammi) Cooper and Trevor Cooper; grandchildren, Brandy Janes, Curtis Janes, Jordan (Lacy) Cooper and Jake Cooper; great grandchildren, Layla Janes and David Janes;...

Doris A. Chapman, age 72, passed away Tuesday, October 16, 2018. She was born in Grand Rapids, MI., to the late William and Elsa (Vannatter) Chapman. She was a longtime member of Meadow Springs Church in Kentwood where she enjoyed fellowship with her church family. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her brother, Paul Chapman and nephew, Mike Chapman. Doris is survived by her brother and sister-in-law, William and Janice Chapman; sisters-in-law, Barbara Chapman and Flora...

Sheryl Ann Dwarshuis, aged 56, passed away Sunday October 14, 2018. She was born in Grand Rapids, MI, adopted by her parents the late Arie and Frances Bykerk and was a graduate of Calvin Christian High School. She enjoyed spending time with her family and friends, knitting blankets, was a dog lover and member of Lamont Community Church. Sheryl is survived by her husband of 37 years Robert; children, Robert and Don Williams, Dan Dwarshuis and Anna Dwarshuis; sister, Vicki Bykerk; brother,...

Kenneth William Lewis, age 78, passed away at his home on Sunday, October 14, 2018. He leaves to cherish his memory, his wife Cheryl and special friends Mia and Willie. He also leaves behind his beloved children, Susan (Curt) Vanderlende, Rick (Erin) Lewis, Steven Lewis and Randal Lewis; sister, Ruth Osborn; adopted children, Jamie French, Matt French, Valerie Hepker; many grandchildren; 2 great grandchildren and a very good friend Ken Fay. Ken was active many years in youth sports programs...

Justin M. Brown, age 39, of Grand Rapids, formerly of Conklin, passed away Saturday Oct 13, 2018. Justin was a 1997 graduate of Coopersville High School and is a U.S. Navy veteran who served honorably and with steadfast dedication for 10 years as an Avionics Technician, while stationed at Lemoore Naval Air Station and deployed on the USS Nimitz in support of joint operations in Afghanistan and Iraq. Upon his discharge, Justin earned a Bachelor of Science in Engineering at Grand Valley State...

Richard Bernard Heynen, age 83, of Coopersville, passed away on Saturday, October 13, 2018. He was preceded in death by his parents Adriance and Regnera (Huizenga) Heynen, brother Alfred, brother and sister-in-law Charles and Margaret, stepson Gary Meringa Sr. and sister-in-law Donna Landman. Richard is survived by Nina his wife of 53 years; son, Eric; grandson, Gary Meringa, Jr.; great grandchildren, Lucas and Lily; brother, James (Jacqueline); sister-in-law Marian (Stan) Szudera and...