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Kendra Geffert

Kendra Geffert

Jan 20, 2023

The shadows of a beautiful and vibrant soul have set for Kendra Geffert, age 54, of Coopersville, MI. We lift our heads and find joy in the truth of the rest and wholeness she now finds in the embrace of her Savior and Lord, Jesus Christ. Our Kendra loved completely and wholeheartedly. She will be remembered by her contagious...

Margaret Miller

Margaret Miller

Jan 19, 2023

Margaret Ann Miller, age 94 of Conklin, went home to be with her Lord and Saviour Thursday, January 19, 2023. She was born in Grand Rapids, MI to the late Oscar and Agnes (Zahm) Rasch. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband Erwin Miller, son William Miller, daughter Kathleen Wassink, granddaughter Jeanne Alger,...

Mary Klein

Mary Klein

Jan 17, 2023

Mary Lou Klein (Hoaglin) age 79 of Coopersville, went to be with the Lord and Saviour Tuesday, January 17, 2023. She was a loving mother, grandmother, and great grandmother, she will be deeply missed. She is survived by her children Sandra (Bryan) Clay, Tamara Klein, Mark (Deborah) Klein, Steven (Vicki) Klein; grandchildren Chris (Robin) Liszewski, Brett (Tatiana) Klein, Brooklyn...

Angela Wurm

Angela Wurm

Jan 12, 2023

Angela Lynn (Rosel) Wurm, age 51 of Conklin, MI., went home to be with her Lord and Saviour Thursday, January 12, 2023. She was born in Grand Rapids, MI to the late William Rosel and Linda (Kass) Rosel. In addition to her father she was preceded in death by her grandparents, Theodore Kass, Dale (Helen) Rosel. Angie loved being...

Janet (Umlor) Felker

Janet (Umlor) Felker

Jan 6, 2023

Janet Marie (Schoenborn) (Umlor) Felker, age 85, of Coopersville, passed away Friday, January 6, 2023 at St Ann’s Home in Grand Rapids. She was born in Chester Twp. to Gerald and Mary Ellis Schoenborn. Janet loved her family and nothing made her happier then when she had everyone gathered around her table enjoying a meal she had prepared. She...

Veralynn Young

Veralynn Young

Jan 2, 2023

VeraLynn Gale Young, age 76, of Marne, passed way Tuesday, January 2, 2023 at her home with family by her side. She was born in Grand Rapids, MI to the late William and Emily (Rudolph) Scherer. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her brothers William “Bill” Scherer Jr., Larry Scherer and special friend Jerome...

Donald Veeneman

Donald Veeneman

Jan 1, 2023

Donald Roger Veeneman, age 76, of Coopersville, passed away Sunday, January 1, 2023. He was born in Grand Rapids, MI to the late Harvey and Louise (Neimeyer) Veeneman. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his son Drew Veeneman in 2017. Don served in the U.S. Air Force, was a member of the Grand Haven...

James Riplo

James Riplo

Dec 30, 2022

James Nelson Riplo, age 87, of Conklin, passed away Friday, December 30, 2022. He was born in Bellaire, MI to the late John and Mildred (Ellcey) Riplo. In addition to his parents Jim was preceded in death by his wife Judi Riplo in 2012. He was a lifelong area farmer and in his later years he enjoyed gardening and...

Loretta Engelsman

Loretta Engelsman

Dec 18, 2022

Loretta M. Engelsman, age 86, went home to be with her Lord and Saviour, December 18, 2022. She was born in Muskegon, MI to the late Amos and Zelda (Marsh) Frazier. In addition to her parents and four brothers she was preceded in death by her son Michael Engelsman, grandson Brian Engelsman. Loretta was very creative and liked making...

John Laug

John Laug

Dec 15, 2022

John W Laug passed away at home unexpectedly of natural causes at the age of 50. He was born to Ken & Mary Ann Laug on June 15, 1972, the youngest of eight children. He loved being outdoors hunting and fishing, as well as spending time with friends and family. He will be remembered for his laughter, banter, crooked...

Thomas Rosel

Thomas Rosel

Dec 9, 2022

Thomas Leslie Rosel, age 52, passed away Friday, December 9, 2022. He was born in Flint, Michigan to Thomas Thalhammer and Lisa (Curry) Rosel. Tommy was preceded in death by his mother Lisa (Curry) Rosel and father-in-law Gary Arthur. Tommy liked working on cars, spending time with his grandchildren, riding quads and worked for Quality Air Heating and Cooling...

Arden "Ardy" Afton

Arden "Ardy" Afton

Dec 5, 2022

Arden “Ardy” Afton, age 88, of Marne MI., passed away Monday December 5, 2022 unexpectedly at his home. He owned and operated a lawn care service and was still caring for a select few lawns at the age of 88. Ardy was a man who lived life on his terms and enjoyed spending time outdoors and at his property...

Jeffrey Lemieux

Jeffrey Lemieux

Dec 4, 2022

Jeffrey Eugene LeMieux, age 58, of Marne passed away unexpectedly at his home Sunday December 4, 2022. Jeff was born in Mt Clemens, MI., to Eugene and Pat (Finkler) LeMieux. He was a graduate of Kenowa Hills High School and worked as a machinist until his stroke. Jeff had a deep Catholic Faith and a Heart of Gold. He...

Richard Hammond Jr.

Richard Hammond Jr.

Dec 4, 2022

Richard Dale Hammond Jr., 67, of Casnovia, Michigan, passed away on December 4. 2022, surrounded by family and friends. He was born to parents Richard and Arlene (Pastoor) Hammond, on December 20, 1954, in Sault Ste Marie, Michigan. Richard graduated from Jenison High School where he earned many athletic awards in track and football. After graduation he attended Grand...

Michael Karbon

Michael Karbon

Nov 20, 2022

Michael Scott Karbon, age 64, passed away unexpectedly Sunday, November 20, 2022. He was born in Allen Park, MI. Michael worked for Farmers Insurance as a mail service supervisor. He loved the town of Coopersville where he was very active with the Rec. department where he coached and refereed sports. He enjoyed spending time with his wife, children and...

Darla Baker

Darla Baker

Nov 20, 2022

Darla Mae Baker, age 78, passed away Sunday, November 20, 2022. She was born in Grand Rapids, MI to the late William and Margie (Robart) Longnecker. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband Robert Baker and son Robert W. Baker. Darla will be deeply missed by her daughter, Bonnie (Jeff) Doane; grandchildren, Jeremy...

Shirley Fritz

Shirley Fritz

Nov 19, 2022

Shirley Ann Fritz, age 81, passed away Saturday, November 19, 2022. She was born in Grand Rapids, MI to the late Lamoyne and Ella (Garvey) Duncan. She is preceded in death by her sisters Barbara Brown and Patricia Berdan. Shirley enjoyed quilting, gardening, traveling, and spending time with her grandchildren. She will be deeply missed by her husband of 60 years...

Robert Barrett

Robert Barrett

Nov 17, 2022

Robert Dennis Barrett, age 71, passed away Thursday, November 17, 2022. Dennis was born in Grand Haven, MI to the late Robert and Mary (Ruthven) Barrett. Dennis enjoyed spending time with his family and friends, loved being outdoors, playing cribbage, feeding the wildlife in his backyard, was a writer for the Coopersville Historical Society and was passionate about the...

Helen Vollema

Helen Vollema

Nov 7, 2022

Helen Jane Vollema, age 95, was called home to her Lord and Saviour Monday, November 7, 2022. She was born in Lamont, MI to the late William and Anna (Post) Vollema. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her brother and sister-in-law George (Donna) Vollema, brothers-in-law Richard VanBeek and Robert Swanson. Helen enjoyed sewing and...

Dorothy Cumberworth

Dorothy Cumberworth

Nov 6, 2022

Dorothy Ann Cumberwoth, age 78, passed away Sunday, November 6, 2022. She was born in Ottawa County, MI to the late Anthony and Irene (Armock) Poelma. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by husband Bruce Cumberworth Sr. and sister Donna Lampe. Dorothy enjoyed all the animals on the farm, spending time with her children and...

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