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Jennifer Wilkes Hancock

Jennifer Wilkes Hancock

Oct 14, 2023

 

 

Jennifer Wilkes Hancock, age 47, of Marne, passed away Saturday October 14, 2023. Jennifer was born in Grand Rapids, MI and was a graduate of  Northview High School.

Jennifer is survived by her husband, Greg Hancock; daughter Charley Hancock; mother, Beverley (Tim) Kolkman; father, Stuart (Karen) Wilkes; sisters, Britton (Brian) Kunter and Angela (Tyler) Whidden; brother, Zachary (Rachel)...

Nancy Karen Young

Nancy Karen Young

Oct 10, 2023

Nancy Karen Young, age 82, of Coopersville, went home to be with her Lord and Saviour Tuesday, October 10, 2023. She was born in Toledo, OH to the late Russell and Virginia (Beckrink) Jacobs. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her brother Marvin (Sara) Jacobs; brother-in-law, Terry Young and sister-in-law Eunice Marshall. Nancy worked as...

Arlene Faye Datema

Arlene Faye Datema

Oct 9, 2023

Arlene Faye Datema, age 92, of Grand Rapids, was called home to her Lord and Saviour on Monday, October 9, 2023. She was born in Marne, MI to the late Tom and Josie (Riemersma) Koning. In addition to her parents she was also preceded in death by her brother Ken (Eve) Koning. Arlene enjoyed spending time with her family and...

Nancy Ann Vannoller

Nancy Ann Vannoller

Oct 8, 2023

Nancy Ann Vannoller, age 80, of Coopersville, passed away Sunday, October 8, 2023. She was born in Benton Harbor, MI to the late George and Ruth (Trowbridge) Alcook. In addition to her parents she was also preceded in death by her husband Fredrick Vannoller Sr., and son-in-law John Bos. Nancy was active with the Marne United Methodist Church where she...

Paul Francis Van Dyke

Paul Francis Van Dyke

Oct 8, 2023

Paul Francis Van Dyke, age 93, of Conklin, went home to be with his Lord and Saviour Sunday, October 8, 2023. He was born in Conklin, MI to the late Martin and Helen (Miller) Van Dyke. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his grandson, Chad Van Dyke; granddaughter, Jessica Schneider; sisters, Rita Van Dyke and...

Joann Edith (Vonk) Boom

Joann Edith (Vonk) Boom

Oct 2, 2023

 

JoAnn Edith (Vonk) Boom, aged 84, the best wife, mom, and grandma ever, ran into the arms of Jesus on Monday, October 2, 2023 surrounded on Earth and in Heaven by her beloved family.  JoAnn grew up in Grand Rapids and Wyoming, Michigan and attended Wyoming Park High School.  Her life changed forever when she met Charlie (Dan) Boom...

Adam Phillip TerMeer

Adam Phillip TerMeer

Oct 1, 2023

Adam Phillip TerMeer, age 30, of West Olive, went home to be with his Lord and Saviour Sunday, October 1, 2023.  He was born in Grand Rapids, MI to Phillip and Barbara (Lillibridge) TerMeer Adam is preceded in death by his grandparents, Arthur (Elinor) Lillibridge, Edward TerMeer, Rennie Meyer and aunt Marcia Cain. Adam enjoyed going to Compassionate Heart Ministries...

Danny "Dan" Weldon Coxon

Danny "Dan" Weldon Coxon

Sep 30, 2023

 

Danny “Dan” Weldon Coxon, aged 65, of Conklin, MI., was called home to his Lord on Saturday, September 30, 2023. Dan was preceded in death by his father, Darrell Coxon, father-in-law and mother-in-law Walter Jr. and Bertha Grzybowski and his grandparents. 

Dan is survived by his wife of 41 years, Evelyn (Grzybowski) Coxon; daughters, Justine and Christopher Waller, Danielle...

Susie Marie Reyers

Susie Marie Reyers

Sep 21, 2023

 

Susie Marie (Moerman) Reyers, age 91, of Allendale formerly of Cedar Springs, passed away Thursday, Septemer 21, 2023 at her home with family at her side. Susie was born in Grand Rapids, Michigan to the late John and Johanna (Whip) Moerman. 

Susie is survived by her 6 children; John (Dixie) Reyers, Diana (Charles) Karasinski, Michael Jay Reyers, Bud Reyers...

Verlin R.D. Brown

Verlin R.D. Brown

Sep 20, 2023

 

 

Verlin R.D. Brown, age 90 of Grand Rapids, passed away Wednesday, September 20, 2023. He was born in Stanton, MI to the late Donald and Nellie (Webb) Brown. 

He will be deeply missed by his wife of 64 yrs., Frances Kay Brown; son, Charles Brown; daughter, Cheryl (Jean) Corpe; grandchildren, Randi Wollner, Katrianna Wollner, Amber Wollner, Nicholas (Karley)...

Judy Eileen Bylsma

Judy Eileen Bylsma

Sep 16, 2023

Judy Eileen Bylsma, age 58, of Coopersville, passed away Saturday, September 16, 2023 She was born in Zeeland, MI to the late Edward and Elizabeth (Krbez) Bylsma. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her son Bryan Bylsma and brothers Richard Matteson, Terry Matteson. Judy loved spending time with her children and grandchildren, had a special...

Louise Anne (VanKempen) Boom

Louise Anne (VanKempen) Boom

Sep 14, 2023

 

Louise Anne (VanKempen) Boom of Coopersville, MI, beloved wife, mother, Mimi, daughter, and aunt, went to meet Jesus on September 14, 2023. Louise lived in Coopersville for most of her 65 years on this earth, attending Coopersville High School where she met Robert (Bob) Boom who would become her best friend and husband for 46 years. Louise and Bob...

James Edward Knott

James Edward Knott

Sep 12, 2023

James Edward Knott, of Allendale, was called home to his Lord and Saviour Tuesday, September 12, 2023. He was born in Grand Rapids, MI to the late Henry and Anna (Walma) Knott. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his sister Ruth Olsen. James worked for Meijer for 44 years before his retirement, he enjoyed bowling,...

The Rev. Marie Annette Burger

The Rev. Marie Annette Burger

Sep 7, 2023

The Rev. Marie Annette Burger, age 71, passed away Thursday, September 7, 2023 at her home. She was born in Grand Rapids, MI to the late Kenneth and Vera (Philp) Burger. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her sister Patricia Anne Burger. Marie retired from New Jersey conference of United Methodist Church. She is survived...

Gerald Ray "Gary" Roberson

Gerald Ray "Gary" Roberson

Sep 7, 2023

Gerald Ray “Gary” Roberson, age 76, of Coopersville, passed away Thursday, September 7, 2023. Gary was preceded in death by his father Charles Roberson Sr. and brother Charles “Chuck” Roberson Jr. Gary worked and retired from Keeler Brass in Grand Rapids, MI.

He will be deeply missed by his wife Sharon (Bielecki) Roberson; son, Robi (Kendi) Roberson; daughter, Kimberly...

Dirk John Kleyn

Dirk John Kleyn

Sep 7, 2023

Dirk John Kleyn, age 93, of Coopersville, passed away Thursday, September 7, 2023. He was born in Muskegon, MI to the late Tunis and Klazena (Ekkel) Kleyn. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his wife Gladys Kleyn, infant daughter Julie and twin infant sons. John served in the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict. He...

David Vernon Gates

David Vernon Gates

Aug 29, 2023

 

In Loving Memory of Dave Gates

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of David V. Gates, a beloved husband, father, brother, and grandfather. He peacefully went to be with his Lord and Savior on August 29, 2023, at the age of 79. Dave is survived by his wife, Joanne, and his children: Amy (Kurt) Karel,...

Hope Elaine King

Hope Elaine King

Aug 24, 2023

Hope Elaine King, age 63, passed away Thursday, August 24, 2023. She was born in Holland, MI to the late Cresswell and Arlene (Reus) King. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her half-sister Irene Greaver and half-brother Robert King. Hope loved Jesus and family with all her heart.  She lights up a room with her...

Louis Clifford Branch Jr.

Louis Clifford Branch Jr.

Aug 16, 2023

Louis Clifford Branch Jr., age 78, of Norton Shores passed away Wednesday, August 16, 2023 at his home. Louie was born in Fremont MI to the late Louis Clifford and Betty (James) Branch. Louie is survived by his wife, Sandra “Sandy” (Walters) Branch; children, Louis Clifford (Sara) Branch III, Carole (Troy) Geiger and Stephanie Branch; stepchildren, Scott (Michele) Cooley and...

Nancy Ann (Tody) Hayes

Nancy Ann (Tody) Hayes

Aug 14, 2023

Nancy Ann Hayes, of Coopersville, was welcomed into the arms of Jesus on Monday, August 14, 2023, at the age of 69. She was born on October 26, 1953, in Lansing, MI to Wayne and Evelyn Tody. She was preceded in death by her mother, Evelyn Tody; her father, Dr. Wayne Tody; her sister, Sharon Tody; and her brother, Dr....

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