OBITUARIES

Gregory Todd Barkel

Gregory Todd Barkel

Jun 26, 2025

Gregory Todd Barkel passed away at the age of 67. Lovingly awaiting Greg on the morning of June 26th, 2025 were his parents, Henry and Doris (McBride) Barkel; brothers, Barry Barkel, Steve Barkel and brother-in-law, Shannon Atwood. Patiently waiting until they see Greg again is his wife of 43 years, Relinda Barkel; daughters, Jessica (Beau) Allard, Erin (Jason) Wall; grandchildren,...

Phillip C. Anes

Phillip C. Anes

Jun 25, 2025

Phillip C. Anes, age 77, of Grand Rapids, passed away Wednesday, June 25, 2025. Phil was born in Cadillac, MI to the late Clyde and Evelyn (Wilson) Anes. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his siblings, Brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law. Phil loved spending time with his family and grandchildren. He enjoyed camping, trips to the casino...

Cheryl Lee (Reynolds) Crews

Cheryl Lee (Reynolds) Crews

Jun 23, 2025

Cheryl Lee Crews, age 79, of Coopersville, passed away Monday, June 23, 2025. She was born in Grand Haven, MI to the late Charles and Thelma (Rosenberry) Reynolds. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husbands, James Boyd and Tom Crews; son, Bobby Joe Fairbairn; siblings, Kenny Reynolds, Bonnie (Jim) Deimel, Joyce Shaffer, Jim Reynolds,...

Raymond Jack Doty Jr.

Raymond Jack Doty Jr.

Jun 22, 2025

Raymond Jack Doty Jr., age 73, of Coopersville, passed away Sunday, June 22, 2025. He was born in East Tawas, Michigan to Raymond Doty Sr. and the late Shirley (Greenwood) Doty. In addition to his mother, he was preceded in death by his father-in-law and mother-in-law, Orrin and Stella Koning; brother, Scott Doty; 3 nephews; brothers-in-law, Jerry Spencer and Ted...

James Clifton Wright Jr.

James Clifton Wright Jr.

Jun 22, 2025

James Clifton Wright Jr., known affectionately to many as "Jim" or "Jamie," passed away unexpectedly on June 22, 2025, at the age of 35. Born on September 26, 1989, Jamie lived his life with a big heart, a kind soul, and a gift for making others smile.

Jamie’s greatest pride and joy was his beloved son, Dakota Wright. His love for...

Loraine Ruby (Foster) Vander Jagt

Loraine Ruby (Foster) Vander Jagt

Jun 21, 2025

Loraine Ruby (Foster) Vander Jagt, age 89 of Grand Rapids formerly of Lakeview, passed away Saturday, June 21, 2025. Loraine was born in Lakeview MI. to the late LeRoy and Eunice (Haight) Foster. In addition to her parents she was also preceded in death by her sister and brother-in-law, Margaret and Floyd Kaminski; her brother, David Foster and brother and...

Rebecca Lynn (VanDussen) Schmidt

Rebecca Lynn (VanDussen) Schmidt

Jun 16, 2025

Rebecca Lynn Schmidt, age 74, of Coopersville, passed away Monday, June 16, 2025. She was born in Corpus Christi, TX, to Leonard and Florence (Fredrick) VanDussen while Leonard was in the Navy. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her father-in-law and mother-in-law Robert and Erika Schmidt and brother-in-law, Robert George Schmidt Jr.

Rebecca loved spending time...

Frank Brandel Hamilton

Frank Brandel Hamilton

Jun 6, 2025

Frank Brandel Hamilton, age 79, passed away peacefully at his home Friday, June 6, 2025. He was born in Grand Rapids, MI, to the late Frank Hamilton Sr. and Virginia (Brandel) Hamilton. He is survived by his brother, Scott Hamilton.

Frank lived in various places throughout the years including London, KY, while he attended Sue Bennett College, spent some time in...

Gloria Jean (Wyer) Goosen

Gloria Jean (Wyer) Goosen

Jun 3, 2025

Gloria Jean Goosen, passed away peacefully on June 3, 2025, at the age of 85. Born Gloria Wyer on December 9, 1939, in Sturgis, MI, she was the daughter of the late Lyle Wyer and Maude Streeter. She had three brothers: Jack Wyer, Louie Streeter, and Bill Streeter.

Gloria fell in love at a young age and married Clayton Goosen in...

Dolores Mae (Good) Walcott

Dolores Mae (Good) Walcott

Jun 3, 2025

Dolores Mae Walcott, age 83, passed away Tuesday, June 3, 2025. She was born in Reed City, MI to the late Wilbert and May (McCarty) Good. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her sons, Jay Walcott, Arthur Walcott; granddaughter, Karen Walcott; daughter-in-law, Karen Walcott, sister Patricia; brother, Jon; brothers-in-law, Jim (Barb) Walcott, Jerry Walcott and...

Betty Jane (Lowing) Knauf

Betty Jane (Lowing) Knauf

May 30, 2025

Betty Jane Knauf, age 95, passed away Friday, May 30, 2025. She was born in Grand Rapids, MI to the late Lynn and Vane (Schnurer) Lowing. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband John, daughter and son in law, Susan (John) Hornacek and siblings. Betty loved spending time with her family and friends and...

Beverly Lynn (Nagurski) VanDussen

Beverly Lynn (Nagurski) VanDussen

May 27, 2025

Beverly Lynn VanDussen, age 76, of Spring Lake, passed away Tuesday, May 27, 2025. She was born in Grand Rapids, MI to the late Anthony and Velma (Cunningham) Nagurski. Beverly faught uterus cancer for over 15 months and passed away at Poppen Hospice Residence where she and the family received outstanding care. Beverly worked at American Seating in Grand Rapids,...

Kathie Sue (Whittall) Poelma

Kathie Sue (Whittall) Poelma

May 24, 2025

Kathie Sue Poelma, age 72, of Coopersville, passed away Saturday, May 24, 2025. She was born in Grand Rapids, MI to the late Louie and Marian (Vogel) Whittall. Kathie was the business manager at St Michael’s Catholic Church for many years, enjoyed spending time with her family and friends, going camping, spending time at the beach and tending to her...

Joan Elizabeth (Lorenski) Nemecek

Joan Elizabeth (Lorenski) Nemecek

May 18, 2025

Joan Elizabeth Nemecek (Lorenski) age 92 passed peacefully to Jesus at home Sunday, May 18, 2025. She was born in Grand Rapids Michigan, July 16, 1932 to parents Bill and Helen (Niemczyk) Lorenski and attended Sacred Heart School. She met her husband Otto Nemecek on a blind date while he was attending Aquinas College. They were married May 5 of...

Courtney Marie Bradley nee Lohman

Courtney Marie Bradley nee Lohman

May 7, 2025

Courtney Marie Bradley nee Lohman, unexpectedly passed away from a medical emergency after delivering her daughter Emma Ruth Bradley on May 7, 2025 in Seattle, Washington while on a work conference. Courtney was full of life, she radiated light even in the darkest of times. She inspired those around her in many different ways. Courtney was a wonderful daughter, grandaughter,...

Brian Arthur Langlois

Brian Arthur Langlois

May 6, 2025

Mr. Brian A. Langlois, 79, passed away peacefully at home on May 6, 2025.

Born "down under" on July 13, 1945, in New Castle, Australia, Brian was the oldest of six children. At just eleven months old, he took his first major journey with his mother, Charlotte Langlois (Dunn), to join his father, Arthur Langlois, in the United States after Arthur’s...

Robin Dale Michael

Robin Dale Michael

May 2, 2025

Robin Dale Michael, age 44, of Muskegon, passed away Friday, May 2, 2025. Robin was born in Winter Garden, Florida to Roger and Donna (McCormick) Michael. Robin was preceded in death by her grandparents. She loved spending time with her family and friends, playing the piano and singing. Robin loved working with arts and crafts projects and being involved with...

Barbara Ann Vander Jagt

Barbara Ann Vander Jagt

Apr 29, 2025

By God’s divine appointment Barb passed away unexpectedly Tuesday afternoon April 29th when she ran into her heavenly Fathers arms where she has been freed from her earthly handicaps.

She was a life time member of Coopersville Reformed Church where she taught Sunday school for many years. After retiring from GM/Delphi of Coopersville she became a dedicated volunteer with Coopersville Cares....

Leonard Albert Vander Jagt Jr.

Leonard Albert Vander Jagt Jr.

Apr 26, 2025

Leonard Albert Vander Jagt Jr., aged 94 was received by his Lord and Savior on the morning of Saturday April 26, 2025. He was born to the late Leonard and Nellie (Eversdyke) Vander Jagt. He grew up on the family farm as one of 13 children. There he learned how to work hard, get by with little, and to cherish...

Martin James Wiersema Jr.

Martin James Wiersema Jr.

Apr 19, 2025

Martin James “Jim” Wiersema Jr. age 74, of Coopersville, passed away at his home with family at his side Saturday, April 19, 2025.

Jim was born in Grand Rapids, MI., to the late Martin Sr. and Juanita (Stewart) Wiersema. Jim served in the U.S. Marine Corp during the Vietnam War and retired from Knape and Vogt in Grand Rapids where he...

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