OBITUARIES

Marvin Ray Mershon

Marvin Ray Mershon

Nov 1, 2023

 

Marvin R. Mershon Sr., age 89, of Nunica passed away with his family at his side Wednesday November 1, 2023. Marv was born on August 9, 1934 in Oklahoma later moving to Michigan where he found work, married and raised his family on his farm in Nunica.

Marv worked for the U.S. Army Corp. of Engineers, beginning his career...

Emma May Abma

Emma May Abma

Nov 1, 2023

Emma May Abma, age 95, of Marne, passed away Wednesday, November 1, 2023. She was born in Grand Rapids, MI to the late Isaac and Jessie (Vander Muelen) Heemstra. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband Martin Abma in 2005; sister, Evelyn (Willard) Watson; brother, Charles (Bessie) Heemstra and sister-in-law, Barb Abma. She will...

Louise Kay Bronner

Louise Kay Bronner

Oct 24, 2023

Louise Kay Bronner, 73, of Marne, passed away Tuesday, October 24, 2023. She was born in Polkton Twp., MI to the late John and Gertrude (Folkema) Dykstra. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her brothers, Enoch Dykstra, Wilbur Dykstra, Gerald Dykstra; sister, Alice Cook; sisters-in-law, Myrtle (Norm) Bergsma, Ruth (Ken) Sailers, Donna Dykstra, Molly Dykstra;...

Charles Louis Sommers Jr.

Charles Louis Sommers Jr.

Oct 23, 2023

Charles Louis Sommers Jr. age 80, of Coopersville, passed away Monday, October 23, 2023. He was born in Port Hope, MI to the late Charles and Grace (Pleiness) Sommers. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his wives, Alma (Frayer) Sommers and Patricia (Rhoades) Sommers; siblings, Joyce Thoms, Leona Klein, Beverly Zick, Ginny Johnson, Calvin “Butch”...

Alice Arlene Cook

Alice Arlene Cook

Oct 15, 2023

Alice Arlene Cook, age 92, of Coopersville, passed away Sunday, October 15, 2023. She was born in Shelby, MI to the late John and Gertrude (Folkema) Dykstra, in addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband Harvey Cook; sons, Milton, Harvey Jr. and Jeffery; brothers, Enoch Dykstra, Wilber Dykstra and Gerald Dykstra; sisters-in-law, Molly Dykstra and...

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...

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