Robert "Bob" Ora Whelpley Jr.
Apr 28, 2026
Robert Ora Whelpley Jr., of Coopersville, passed away Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at the age of 69. He was born in Fremont, MI to Robert and Beverly on March 16, 1957. Robert was proceeded in death by his father Robert Whelpley Sr., his mother and step father Bevery and Bud Clish as well as his brother Butch Whelpley.
Robert served in...
Todd Alan Korzenborn
Apr 27, 2026
Todd Alan Korzenborn, age 70, of Coopersville, Michigan, passed away Monday, April 27, 2026 at his home with his wife and daughter at his side. He was born on April 8, 1956, in Detroit, Michigan.
Todd is survived by his wife of 36 years, Tracey (Bunker) Korzenborn; his daughter, Jessica (Jon) Schleinz; grandsons, Mason, Joshua, and Maximus; siblings, Amelia “Willy” (Tom)...
Rickey Lee Draft
Apr 22, 2026
Rickey Lee Draft, age 75, went to be with his Heavenly Father, on April 22, 2026. Though our hearts are heavy in his passing, we find comfort in knowing Rickey’s earthly burdens have been laid down and that he is now at peace in the presence of his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. While we grieve the loss of his...
Brian Matthew Luke
Apr 21, 2026
Brian Matthew Luke, age 41, of Coopersville, Michigan, passed away on April 21, 2026.
Born and raised in Coopersville, Brian was a familiar and friendly presence in the community. He was the beloved son of Jeff and Norma Luke, and a caring brother to Kevin Luke.
Brian had a personality that was hard to miss—he was funny, social, and genuinely kind. He...
Steven "Steve David Klein
Apr 18, 2026
Steven “Steve” David Klein, age 82, of Marne, passed away Saturday, April 18, 2026. He was born in Grand Rapids, MI to the late Lavern and Edna (Karsikas) Klein. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his brother Leo Klein. Steve enjoyed spending time with his family and good friends, spending time at the cabin on...
Mildred Lois Lang
Apr 18, 2026
Mildred Lois (Rainbolt) Lang, age 86, of Ravenna formerly of Fruitport and Coopersville, passed away on April 18, 2026, in Fruitport Twp., Michigan. She was born on March 20, 1940, in Muskegon, Michigan.
Mildred was preceded in death by her parents, Claude and Waneta (Cummins) Rainbolt, husband Richard Lang, granddaughter, Sarah Lang, sister, Claudette Rainbolt and four brothers, Claude Rainbolt Jr.,...
Richard Daniel Bos "Dick"
Apr 18, 2026
Richard Daniel Bos "Dick" passed away peacefully on April 18, 2026. Richard is survived by his wife, Rachel (Ketner), children Robert Bos & Jennie Bos, grandchildren Brittany Bos & Colton Bos, sister Joan (William) Decker, godson Zach (Shannon) Wendt, adopted daughter Ginny Beld, adopted granddaughters Ariel Hendershot & Britney Leiter and many cousins, nieces & nephews. Preceded in death by...
Linda Joye (Benaway) Kunze
Apr 14, 2026
Linda Joye (Benaway) Kunze, passed into eternity April 14, 2026 in Grand Rapids, the city where she was born on March 27, 1950 to Elon and Lillian (Wolbers) Benaway.
Linda was a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, educator and friend who found happiness in helping others.
She was preceded in death by her parents and her sister Ellen Hartger.
She is survived by...
Otto Lee Nemecek
Apr 10, 2026
Otto Lee Nemecek, affectionately known as "Toot" passed away peacefully on April 10, 2026 just one day shy of his 97th birthday. He was born on April 11, 1929, the eldest of four sons to Francis and Johana (“Jenny”) Nemecek.
Otto lived a full and meaningful life rooted in family, hard work, and community. On May 5, 1951, he married the...
Roy Lynn Harvey
Apr 6, 2026
Roy Lynn Harvey, age 76, passed away peacefully on April 6, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family. A devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and faithful servant of the Lord, Roy will be deeply missed and forever remembered by all who had the joy of knowing him.
Roy was born on May 21, 1949, in Antrim County, Michigan, to Tracey...
Randy Thomas Mergener
Apr 3, 2026
Randy Thomas Mergener, of Ravenna, born on October 29, 1961, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, passed away on April 3, 2026, in Fremont, Michigan, after a courageous battle with cancer.
Randy was preceded in death by his parents, Leo and Eileen Mergener, and his sisters, Cynthia Mergener and Dolores "Dodi" Mergener. He is survived by his daughter, Kelly Mosley; his grandchildren, Austin,...
Charles O. Matthews, Jr. "Buck"
Mar 30, 2026
Charles O. Matthews, Jr. “Buck”
The long, eventful, and fortunate life of Buck Matthews came to an end Monday, March 30, 2026. He was 97, born in Takoma Park, Maryland, to Charles O., Sr., and Thelma (Beall) Matthews, he and his sister, Catherine, also deceased, were blessed to grow up in a large family of relatives and family friends, who conspired...
Delores Jean (Zeilstra) VanderLinde
Mar 14, 2026
Delores Jean VanderLinde, aged 93, passed away peacefully on March 14, 2026, in Standale, Michigan. Born on March 28, 1932, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, to the late John and Jennie (Zylstra) Zeilstra, Delores was a beacon of love and faith throughout her life. A lifelong resident of Marne, Michigan, she was deeply rooted in her community and church, touching many...
Merle Laverne Hecksel
Mar 13, 2026
It is with deep gratitude for his life, love, and labor that we announce the homecoming of Merle Laverne Hecksel, age 88, who entered his rest with our Lord and Savior on March 13, 2026. Merle was born at home on the farm in Coopersville, Michigan on August 28, 1937. From his beginning, hard work, service, love of family, and...
Audrey Marguerite (Price) Snow
Mar 12, 2026
Audrey Marguerite Snow, age 87, was blessed to go home with her Lord and Saviour while wrapped in love on Thursday morning, March 12, 2026.
Audrey was born on October 30,1938 in Jamestown, NY to the late John & Edna Price.
To know her was to love her. Her love for life, humor, adventure, travel, and God was infectious.
Audrey graduated from Falconer...
Marguerite (Cudney) Anderson
Mar 11, 2026
Marguerite Anderson, age 91, of Coopersville, passed away Wednesday, March 11, 2026. Marguerite was born in Marion, MI to the late Archie and Evelyn (Toering) Cudney. Marguerite married Bud Anderson on June 12, 1954 in Grand Rapids, MI. they were married nearly 60 years. She enjoyed taking trips with Bud to see their daughter Cathy in Arkansas and one time...
James "Jim" Bradley Patterson
Mar 4, 2026
James Bradley Patterson, age 56, of Ravenna, passed away Wednesday, March 4, 2026. He was born in Columbus, OH to Kenneth and Velma (Hallberg) Patterson. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Willise (Violet) Patterson, Ed (Berniece) Hallberg; Aunt, Karen Wyant and uncle, Jerry Hallberg. James enjoyed watching movies, driving tractors, working for Swanson Pickle Company in Ravenna and...
James Joseph Lukas
Feb 1, 2026
James Joseph Lukas, 84, passed away in his home on Feb. 1, 2026 after a stroke having complications from long covid.
Jim was born on Aug. 27, 1941 in Grand Rapids, MI to Joseph and Agnes (Petrila) Lukas. After graduating from Catholic Central High School he was drafted into the Army in 1965 where he specialized in electronics and cryptographic operations...
Dennis Martin Goosen
Jan 30, 2026
Dennis Martin Goosen, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend, passed away peacefully on January 30, 2026, in Coopersville, MI, at the age of 70, surrounded by loved ones. Born on September 6, 1955, in Grand Rapids, MI, to the late Louis and Rose (Egan) Goosen. Dennis was the fifth child, placing him directly in the middle of...
Connie Lorene (Pfahler) Lown
Jan 15, 2026
Connie Lorene Lown, age 87, of Coopersville, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Thursday, January 15, 2026. She was born in Greenville, MI to the late Eldon and Mary (Morlock) Pfahler, raised in Traverse City before moving to Coopersville. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Dr. John A. Lown and brother Roley...
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