OBITUARIES

Karlyn Roberta (Johnson) Hempfling

Karlyn Roberta (Johnson) Hempfling

Nov 1, 2026

Karlyn Roberta Hempfling, age 92, of Hart formerly of Coopersville, passed away on November 1, 2026. She was born on April 25, 1934, and lived a life marked by kindness, generosity, and love for the people around her.

Karlyn was a friendly and loving woman who touched the lives of many through her warm spirit and gentle nature. She was known...

Christina Leilani (Gross) Lloyd

Christina Leilani (Gross) Lloyd

Oct 29, 2026

Christina Leilani (Gross) Lloyd

Aug 21, 1970 --- Oct 29, 2026

Christina Leilani (Gross) Lloyd, age 56, of Coopersville, Michigan was called home on Thursday, October 29, 2026, to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.

She was born on August 21, 1970, in Kailua, Hawaii, to Michael Lem and Sue Ellen Gross. Christina’s childhood with her two siblings in Wyoming, Michigan...

Beverly Jean (Harig) Tobin

Beverly Jean (Harig) Tobin

Oct 22, 2026

Beverly Jean Tobin, age 92, passed away Thursday, October 22, 2026. She was born on January 24, 1934, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, and lived a life marked by love, kindness, and thoughtfulness.

Beverly was a devoted mother, grandmother, sister, and friend whose greatest joy came from spending time with her family and friends, especially her grandchildren. She treasured the simple, meaningful...

Diane Elizabeth Zoeller

Diane Elizabeth Zoeller

Oct 18, 2026

Diane Elizabeth Zoeller, age 69, of Coopersville, Michigan, passed away Sunday, October 18, 2026. She was born Tuesday, January 8, 1957, in Grand Haven, Michigan, and lived a life marked by love, kindness, and devotion to the people and passions that mattered most to her.

Diane was a loving, friendly, and thoughtful woman whose warm presence touched the lives of many....

Shirley Jean (Garbutt) Roberts

Shirley Jean (Garbutt) Roberts

Oct 16, 2026

Shirley Jean (Garbutt) Roberts, of Coopersville, Michigan, was born at home in Dearborn, Michigan on May 11, 1934 and went home to be with her Lord October 16, 2026, at the age of 92. Shirley was formerly of Oscoda and Livonia, Michigan. Although her passing leaves a deep sadness in the hearts of her family and friends, they can find...

Sigfried "Sig" Richard Hostad

Sigfried "Sig" Richard Hostad

Oct 9, 2026

Sigfried Richard Hostad, known to many as Sig, passed away on October 9, 2026, in Coopersville, Michigan, at the age of 78.

He was born on December 22, 1947, in Muskegon, Michigan, and lived a life marked by service, loyalty, and a warm spirit that touched the lives of those around him. Sig was a funny, friendly, and kind man whose...

Brenda "Brin" Lynn Aurich

Brenda "Brin" Lynn Aurich

Oct 9, 2026

Brenda Lynn Aurich, known lovingly to family and friends as Brin, passed away on Friday, October 9, 2026, in Grand Haven, Michigan, at the age of 57.

Brin was born on July 12, 1969, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, and she carried the warmth and spirit of West Michigan with her throughout her life. She was a loving, friendly, and thoughtful woman...

Marcy (Markovich) Fortin

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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...

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