OBITUARIES

DeLories Randall, age 81, of Nunica, was called to heaven Tuesday, Sept. 2, 2014. DeLories was born in Ellisville MS. to Jess and Velma (Hall) Benton. She moved to Grand Rapids with her family at a young age and attended and graduated from Central High School. While at Central High she met her husband David Randall. DeLories enjoyed spending time...

Glenn M. Stroven, age 89, of Marne, was called home to his Lord Tuesday, August 13, 2013 with family at his side. Glenn was born in Grand Rapids, MI. to Jacob and Adrianna (Roskamp) Stroven who preceded him in death. He attended Coopersville High school and was employed at Green Vale Farms. When WWII broke out Glenn left school early...

Vincent Adrian Brown, age 80, of Coopersville, was called home to his Lord unexpectedly Tuesday, Nov. 12, 2013. Adrian was preceded in death by his daughter Amy Kwiatkowski, grandson Mackenzie and foster child Rosalee Batzer. Adrian served his country in the US Army during the Korean War. He was an active member of St. Michaelé�a�a��s Catholic Parish in Coopersville since...

Van Beek Mr Carl Van Beek aged 89, of North Blendon, was called home to his Lord and Saviour Monday, Oct 5, 2009. He was a veteran of the US Army and served his country during WW II. Carl was very active in the North Blendon Reformed Church. He was a self employed carpenter before taking a job at Chris...

John Ray Woodman, age 71, of Coopersville, MI, born March 25, 1946 in Howard City, MI to the late Floyd and Ruth (Nechvatal) Woodman. He was an Air Force Veteran and served as an Aircraft Mechanic on the C-130 Hercules at N. Charleston AFB , SC where he met his wife, Bonnie. He worked for Meijer Inc., starting out in...

Mrs. Brenda Classen, age 55, of Coopersville, went to be with the Lord Saturday, January 25,2014. Brenda was a loving wife, dedicated mother, sister and friend. She was preceded in death by her son Ricky Gillette and her parents Alex & Marian (Devos) Hess. She is survived by her husband of 25 years Patrick Classen, her Children Kimberlynn Russell, Melody...

Mark Edward Gaunt, age 55, of Coopersville was called home to his Lord and Savior Thursday January 29, 2015 with family at his side after a courageous battle with Cancer. Mark was born in Grand Rapids MI. He was a man who had a deep faith and love for the Lord and enjoyed sharing that with others. Mark loved to...

Anthony é�a�A"Tonyé�a�� Van Portfliet Jr., age 93, of Grand Rapids, was called home to his Lord, Wednesday, Oct. 19, 2016, surrounded by family. He was preceded in death by his parents Anthony and Florence (Mosselman) Van Portfliet Sr. and his brother and sister-in-law Jay and Hattie Van Portfliet. Tony was a WW II U.S. Army veteran, serving in the European...

Hall - Mr Harold R. Hall, aged 92, of Coopersville, was called home to his Lord Thursday, July 12, 2012. Harold was born Feb 22, 1920 in Grand Rapids where he graduated from Creston High School. Harold served in the US Army during WWII and was a recipient of The Purple Heart. Harold was preceded in death by his wife...

Beulah McKinney, age 97, of Hastings formerly of Coopersville, was called home to her Lord Friday May 31, 2013. Beulah was preceded in death by her husband Donald, two brothers Russell and Howard Jones and sister Beverly Rose-Michaels. Beulah was a loving mother grandmother and great grandmother who enjoyed spending time with her children, grandchildren, family and friends. She is...

Mary Helen Beaber (Lum), age 96, was born in Portland, IN to Isaiah and Goldie Jordan. After the death of her mother she was raised by her Aunt Effie and Uncle Oscar in Lansing MI. Mary was married to Lawrence ( Doc ) Rothwell and later she married the love of her life Glen (Ponch) Beaber. While they were still...

Van Zyl Celeste A. of Coopersville, MI. Mrs Celeste A. Van Zyl, age 93, was called to her heavenly home, Friday, June 9, 2017. She was born in Belding, MI. to the late Elwyn and Lottie (Heintz) Williams. Celeste was preceded in death by her husband Rev. Robert Van Zyl in 2003, grandchildren, Matthew Van Zyl, Andrew Van Zyl, Ashley...

Marvin L. Dahl Sr., age 84, of Grand Rapids, formerly of Coopersville, was called home to his Lord Thursday, June 19, 2014. Marv was born in Ravenna, MI. to the late Edward and Alina (Mattson) Dahl. Marv served in the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict. He retired from Leigh Products in Coopersville, and from the Meijer store on Alpine...

Nancy Lee Bacon, aged 65, of Conklin, was called home to her Lord Sunday April 28, 2013 surrounded by her family after a courageous battle with cancer. Nancy was born April 11, 1948 to Jack and Lela (Pitsch) Dunneback who preceded her in death. She graduated from Mt Mercy High School in Grand Rapids and Ferris State University where she...

Goeree Mr Roger J. Goeree aged 75, of Coopersville was unexpectedly called home to his Lord Tuesday Nov 2, 2010 from accidental injuries. He was born March 5, 1935 in Grand Rapids Mi to Jacob and Kate (Landstra) Goeree. Roger was preceded in death by his parents; brothers Edward and Henry Goeree; brother-in-law Paul Jordan. He is survived by his...

Mrs Gertrude M. Potts aged 91 of Coopersville was called home to her Lord Tuesday March 22, 2011. Gertrude was born Oct 24, 1919 in Muskegon MI. to the late Jacob and Christine (Schmidt) Metten. She was also preceded in death by her husband Albert, son John; grandson Dale, and brothers Walter, Paul, Henry and Jacob. She was a WW...

Jane Kromer, aged 79, was called home to her Lord Thursday, March 5, 2015. She was born in Georgetown Twp. to Norman and Inez (Reister) Wagner who preceded her in death. Jane is survived by her husband of 55 years, David; children, Michael (Laurie) Kromer, Angela (Kerry) Rattinger, Robert (Mary) Kromer and Mary (Terry) Leavell; 11 grandchildren; one great grandchild;...

Laug - Lena Jane (Stroven) Laug, aged 88, of Grand Rapids, formerly of Coopersville and Ravenna, was called home to her Lord, Saturday, January 16, 2010. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert and son Jerry. She is survived by her daughter, Barbara (Anton) Martin; three grandchildren, Nicole (Matthew) Sidman, Todd (Amy) Martin and Gregory (Sarah) Martin; two...

On September 10, 2016, Clarence é�a�E�Cokeé�a�a�� Vredevoogd, by the grace of God, was ushered into His presence to receive his eternal reward. He was preceded in death by his brother, Marvin Vredevoogd and brother-in-law Alvin Schepers. He is survived by Jo, his wife of 70 years; his children, Rick (Dianne) Vredevoogd of Hudsonville, Jackie (Carl) Adema of Beallsville, MD, Paula...

Betty Longcore, age 71, was called home to heaven Wednesday, January 30, 2013 after a very brief illness. She was born Jan 26, 1942 in Holton, MI to Louis and Margaret (Perna) Rupar who preceded her in death. Betty was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother. She enjoyed surprising her family with fresh baked cookies and other goodies that just...