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...
Katherine Mae Verspoor
Aug 22, 2026
Katherine Mae Verspoor, age 74, of Coopersville, passed away Saturday, August 22nd, 2026. She was born in Grand Rapids, MI to the late Edwin and Ruth (Healy) Verspoor. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sisters Margaret Verspoor and Janice Lampert.
Kathy loved spending time with her family and friends. She never missed a family gathering....
Ronald Lee Cuson
Aug 15, 2026
Ronald Lee Cuson, age 75, passed away Saturday, August 15, 2026. He was born in Grand Rapids, MI to the late Clifford and Mary (Lillie) Cuson. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his grandson Jonathan Rimgale.
Ron worked for Georgia-Pacific in Grand Rapids, MI until his retirement and then Kent County warehousing and food delivery. He...
Raymond Dennis Rasch
Aug 14, 2026
Raymond Dennis "Ray" Rasch, 84, passed away peacefully at his home in Wright Township, Michigan, on August 14, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.
Ray was born on October 9, 1941, in his family’s home, to the late Bernard and Edna Rasch. In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by his siblings. He attended Saint Joseph School in...
Sue Ellen (Woodard) Gross
Aug 2, 2026
Sue Ellen (Woodard) Gross, age 82, of Coopersville, Michigan passed away of heart failure on Sunday, August 2, 2026.
She was born November 13, 1943, in Muskegon, Michigan, to Paul and Zelpha Woodard where she graduated from Coopersville High School. She subsequently and briefly attended Ferris Institute (now Ferris State University). She later met and fell in love with Michael Lem...
Lona Joyce Richter
Jul 20, 2026
Lona Joyce (Grossenbacher) Richter, age 80, of Coopersville, Michigan, passed away on July 20, 2026. She was born on August 31, 1945, and lived a life marked by love, faith, and devotion to her family and church.
Lona was a loving and faith-filled woman whose presence brought warmth and comfort to those around her. She was preceded in death by her...
David William Kromer
Jul 19, 2026
David William Kromer, age 91, of Coopersville, known to many as Dave, passed away in Big Rapids, Michigan. He was born on November 10, 1934, and lived a life marked by kindness, intelligence, and deep faith.
Dave served his country in the United States Army, an experience that reflected his sense of duty and commitment to others. Following his military service,...
Judith Ann (Vermeer) Seth
Jul 18, 2026
Judith Ann Seth, known lovingly as Judy, went home to be with her Lord and Saviour on Saturday, July 18, 2026, in Coopersville, Michigan, at the age of 85.
Judy was born on February 24, 1941, and lived a life marked by love, kindness, and thoughtfulness. She carried herself with a gentle spirit and a warm heart, and those who knew...
Charles Alan Van Weezel
Jul 13, 2026
Charles Alan Van Weezel, age 79, of Coopersville, passed away Monday, July 13, 2026.
Charles attended and graduated from Creston High School to then join the Army and serve his country. He fought in the Vietnam War as an Army Core Engineer.
He married his wife Nancy on October 24, 1970. He always enjoyed working with his hand and had a real...
Kalvin Kay Laug
Jul 13, 2026
Kalvin K. Laug, age 94, of Coopersville, passed away Monday, July 13, 2026.
Kal was born in Coopersville, MI to the late John and Hermina (Meyers) Laug. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his brothers; Bud (Joy) Laug, Gordon (Audrey) Laug; sisters, Evelyn (Don) Metzger and Virginia (George) Handlogten.
Kal was born independent, thinking for himself at...
Jean Agnes (Virkstis) Richardson
Jul 10, 2026
Jean Agnes Richardson, age 90, of Marne, Michigan, passed away peacefully on Friday, July 10, 2026.
Jean was preceded in death by her parents, her beloved husband, James Richardson, her son, Kenneth Richardson, and her brothers, Jack Virkstis and Robert Virkstis. Though she experienced many losses in her lifetime, she met each season of life with courage and faith. Her love...
Orwin "Bud" Henry Kloosterhouse
Jul 10, 2026
11/3/1933 – 7/10/2026 Kloosterhouse, Orwin “Bud” Henry of Coopersville, MI age 92, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loved ones. He is with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ as of Friday July 10, 2026.
He is survived by his wife of 70 years, Nancy (Terpstra) Kloosterhouse; his children, Laurie & Steve Alt, Lonnie & Rick Lillibridge, Kathy and...
Wayne Harold Mejeur
Jul 9, 2026
Wayne Harold Mejeur, age 74, of Hesperia, Michigan, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on July 9, 2026.
Wayne lived a life rooted in faith and devoted to his family. He was known for his unforgettable dad jokes, warm smile, and steady, godly leadership as a husband and father. His love for Jesus was evident in the way...
Christopher DeWayne Berg
Jul 8, 2026
Christopher DeWayne Berg, known lovingly as Chris, passed away on July 8, 2026, in Coopersville, Michigan, at the age of 64.
Chris was born on October 4, 1961, and lived a life marked by love, faith, humor, and a deep devotion to the people and passions that mattered most to him. He was a loving, funny, and faith-filled man whose presence...
Gloria Jean (Fochtman) Martin
Jul 8, 2026
Gloria Martin, age 74, of Holland, Michigan, formerly of Coopersville, went home to be with her Lord and Savior after a life marked by love, kindness, and steadfast faith on July 8, 2026.
Gloria was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend whose gentle spirit touched the lives of many. She was a long-time member of Ottawa Center Chapel, where...
Dorothy Elizabeth (Armock) Myers
Jul 8, 2026
Dorothy Elizabeth (Armock) Myers, age 97, of Coopersville, Michigan, passed away on July 8, 2026. She was born on August 22, 1928, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, and lived a long and meaningful life marked by love, faith, and devotion to her family and friends.
Dorothy was a loving, friendly, and faith-filled woman whose presence brought warmth and comfort to those around...
Alvin Dale Terpstra
Jul 8, 2026
Alvin Dale Terpstra, age 85, of Marne, Michigan, passed away on July 8, 2026. He was born on September 25, 1940, in Walker, Michigan, and lived a life marked by love, faith, and quiet wisdom.
Alvin was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather whose greatest joy was found in the people he loved and the simple, meaningful rhythms of life....
Timothy James Klooster
Jul 6, 2026
Timothy James Klooster, age 74, of Conklin, Michigan, passed away on July 6, 2026. He was born on April 29, 1952, in Charlevoix, Michigan, and was raised in Cedar Springs, where he spent his early years and built the strong work ethic and steady character that would guide him throughout his life.
Timothy was preceded in death by his parents. He...
Susan Jean (Hepinstall) VanOeffelen
Jun 26, 2026
Susan Jean VanOeffelen (Hepinstall), age 77, of Casnovia, MI passed away peacefully on June 26, 2026. She was a born again Christian who believed strongly in the power of forgiveness and the promise of salvation.
Susan was a dedicated wife, mother, sister and friend.
She was a wonderful chef and loved teaching her skills to others. She was known for her cooking,...
Vance Vassallo
Jun 25, 2026
VANCE VASSALLO
February 9, 1956 – June 25, 2026
Vance Vassallo, age 70, passed away peacefully at Hospice House of Mid-Michigan in Lansing on June 25, 2026, after a brief illness. He was diagnosed on May 15 with non-small cell lung cancer, which was very aggressive.
Vance was born February 9, 1956, at Butterworth Hospital in Grand Rapids to Angelo and Gwendolyn Vassallo....
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