Johnine Callahan, age 80, of Allendale, passed away Thursday, August 6, 2020 with family by her side. Johnine was born in Magnolia, Arkansas to the late John and Addine (Stuckey) Lee. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her infant son, Shuan M. Callahan and sister, Delores Stuckey. Johnine attended Eastern Illinois University where she obtained her Bachelor’s Degree, continued her education at Western Michigan University earning her Master’s Degree and earned...

Jim Preston, age 90, of Newaygo (formerly of Coopersville) went home to be with the Lord on Friday, July 31, 2020. Jim was born on July 29,1930 to Lee and Florence (Reynolds) Preston.  He grew up working alongside his father at the family business, Preston's Standard Service, becoming partner and later owner & operator from the 1950's until his retirement in 1985.  Everyone with roots in Coopersville has a story about their experience at Preston's Corner! Jim came...

Michael James Burdick, age 69, passed away at home Monday, July 27, 2020 with family at his side. Mike was born in Grand Rapids to the late Frederick and Frances (Triick) Burdick. He was a graduate of Kenowa Hills class of 1968, served in the U.S. Army in Korea during the Vietnam War and retired from the Kent ISD as a custodian in 2006. Mike enjoyed spending time with his family especially his grandchildren and great grandchildren, attending the drag races at Martin 131 drag way and was a...

Fred Earl Weston, age 84, passed away Monday, July 27, 2020. He was born in Lake City, MI., to the late Floyd and Pearl (Donnelly) Weston. Fred was an active life-member of the Grand Rapids/Sparta Moose Lodge #50, enjoyed fishing, hunting, spending time outside in nature and was retired from Blodgett Hospital where he worked as a carpenter. In addition to his parents Fred was preceded in death by his wife Mary (O’Connor) Weston, brothers, Nathan Weston and Ivan Weston, father-in-law...

Richard “Tex” Church, age 57, of Allendale, passed away of accidental injuries on Sunday, July 26, 2020. Rick was employed for 20 yrs. at Adema Alternator & Starter Service in Coopersville. He loved stock car racing and raced his own car at Berlin Raceway in Marne. Rick had a heart of gold and was always helping others many times putting his own projects on hold while he worked on their projects. He was preceded in death by his mother Virginia (Schipper) Church and brother...

Anthony Joseph Liszewski Sr. age 75, of Marne, passed away Tuesday, July 21, 2020.  He worked as a tool and die maker at Michigan Plating and Stamping.  He also loved hunting and fishing. Anthony is survived by his wife of 56 years, Velma (Redner) Liszewski; children, Deb (Mark) Klein and Tony (Christina) Liszewski; grandchildren, Christopher (Robin) Liszewski, Alyssa Liszewski, Brett Klein, Nolan Liszewski,  and Brooke Klein; great grandchildren, Emma, Logan and Chase...

George R. Lane age 88, of Coopersville, passed away Tuesday, July 21, 2020. George was born in Chesire, Ohio to the late Calvin and Edith (Lynch) Lane. George served in the U.S. Marines and was a Korean War Veteran. He worked for the U.S. Post Office as a Mail Carrier delivering mail on the North East side of Grand Rapids for 30 yrs. George enjoyed the peaceful country lifestyle and was an avid gardener. George is survived by his wife of 64 yrs., Juanita (Trosper) Lane; 4 sons, Larry...

James M. Karnes, age 92 of Grand Rapids, passed away Friday, July 17, 2020. Jim was born in Loraine OH., to the late Willis and Viola (Freestone) Karnes. He served in the U.S. Navy during WW II and was employed as a Supervisor at Textron and Lear Seigler. Jim enjoyed spending time with his family, golfing, bowling, fishing, camping at Fish Lake, family trips to Canada and loved traveling to Las Vegas. Jim is survived by his wife, Diana (Moon) Karnes; children, Jim (Nancy) Karnes, Jamie...

Susan Kay Hammond, age 69, of Coopersville, passed away Wednesday, July 8, 2020. Susan was born in Grand Rapids, MI., to the late Emerson and Thelma (White) Strong. In addition to her parents she was also preceded in death by her son-in-law Roger Williams Jr. Susan worked at Family Fare in Coopersville for 20 years in the Deli Dept. She was a charter member and treasurer of the Coopersville Antique Tractor Society, enjoyed tending her flower gardens and traveling with her daughters. Susan...

John Steenstra, age 83, left this earthly life on Monday, June 29, 2020 to live forever with his Lord and Saviour after a short battle with cancer. He leaves behind the love of his life his soul mate and wife of 61 years, Hilda Steenstra. Together they were blessed with five children, Alice (Dave) Brinkert, Rick (Deb) Steenstra, Eric (Amy) Steenstra, Audrey VanDoorn and Tricia Hanenburg. He was also blessed with 18 grandchildren and 29 great grandchildren. John was preceded in death by his...