Carol L. Cornett
Feb 24, 2026
Carol Cornett age 78 of Cedar Springs died peacefully Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at her home with her daughters at her side. She was born December 16, 1947 in Grand Rapids the daughter of the late Frank and Mary (DeBoer) VandenBosch. Carol worked for many years at the Speedway gas station as a cashier. She tried retirement for less than...
William G. Struik
Feb 24, 2026
William G. Struik, age 90 of Cedar Springs, MI, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, February 24, 2026. He is preceded in death by his parents, Walter and Jennie (Haaksa) Struik; sisters, Grace Lowe, Jean Weiss and Lois Steigenga; brother, Robert Struik and daughter, Lisa Dickeson. Bill will be greatly missed by his wife, Char of 47 years....
Judith M. Lee
Feb 22, 2026
Judith M. Lee age 87 passed away Sunday, February 22, 2026 at Intersect of Cedar Springs. She was born January 25, 1939 in Ionia, MI the daughter of the late Philo and Marian (Stout) Lee.
After being in a wheelchair for 87 years, Judy is now soaring with the angels. Left to remember her smiles are her sister and brother-in-law, Janette...
Goldie D. Atkinson
Feb 21, 2026
Goldie D. Atkinson age 91 of Big Rapids, died Saturday, February 21, 2026 at Corewell Health Meijer Heart Campus. She was born November 25, 1934 in St. Louis, MI the daughter of Charles and Marie (Tudor) Phillips. Surviving are two nephews and a niece. Cremation has taken place and a private family graveside will be held at Coral Cemetery. Arrangements...
Ardythe "Ardy" K. Veldsma
Feb 20, 2026
Ardythe “Ardy” K. Veldsma, age 88, entered her eternal home with the Lord on Friday, February 20, 2026, at StoryPoint Rockford. She was born April 13, 1937, in Wyoming Township, Michigan, to Gabriel and Jessie (Post) Quakkelaar.
Ardy lived a life marked by quiet faith, steady devotion, and deep love for her family. She worked in retail for many years, where...
Rebecca A. McMeeken
Feb 19, 2026
Rebecca Ann McMeeken died at 76 years on Thursday, February 19, 2026, at her home in Pierson, MI. Despite declining health, she remained sweet and gentle to the end. With loved ones by her side, she went peacefully to be with her Savior.
She was born September 28, 1949, the oldest daughter of Dennis and Edna (Brott) Bunker in Newaygo, MI....
Kenneth E. Bergman
Feb 16, 2026
Kenneth Edward Bergman age 67 of Sand Lake, died unexpectedly, Monday, February 16, 2026 at Butterworth Hospital. He was born February 24, 1958 in Stanwood, the son of Kenneth and Linda (Neve) Bergman. Ken graduated from high school while he was stationed in Okinawa, Japan while he was enlisted in the United States Marine Corps. Ken and his wife April...
Daisy Blue
Feb 14, 2026
Daisy Blue age 59 of St. Johns, MI died Saturday, February 14, 2026 at University of Michigan Health Sparrow Hospital in Lansing. She was born on November 26, 1966 in Abilene, Texas, the daughter of Richard Holbrook and Roxanne (Snider) Holbrook. Daisy was a free spirit who enjoyed life to the fullest. She tried to experience every festival that she...
Roger F. Unger Jr.
Feb 13, 2026
Roger Frederick Unger Jr. age 88 of Grand Rapids died February 13, 2026 at University of Michigan Health - West. He was born July 22, 1937 in Grand Rapids, the son of Warren and Evelyn Dekker. Roger owned his own business and worked as a carpenter. He was great with his hands and could build anything. Roger had a passion...
Stephen A. Gould
Feb 11, 2026
Stephen Alan Gould age 73 of Rockford, died Wednesday, February 11, 2026, at New Haven of Rockford. He was born May 26, 1952, in Greenville, MI, the son of the late John and Marion (Wulff) Gould. He was very proud of serving in the Army National Guard for 6 years. Steve worked at Wolverine Worldwide for 35+ years. He had...
Irene T. Bowhuis
Feb 10, 2026
Irene T. Bowhuis age 78 of Rockford, died Tuesday, February 10. 2026 at Faith Hospice-Trillium Woods. She was born November 9, 1947, in Wurzberg, Germany, the daughter of Casmir and Emilia (Rasmus) Rockans. Irene had a degree in psychology but worked as an interior decorator for several years. She later worked at Healthcare Associates as a scheduler, where she was...
Gary L. Stephens
Feb 10, 2026
Gary Lee Stephens age 82 of Cedar Springs, died Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at Corewell Health Butterworth Hospital. He was born October 20, 1943 in Grand Rapids, the son of Arlie and Marjorie (Mulder) Stephens. Gary was a member of the Church of the Full Gospel in Sand Lake and loved Jesus. He enjoyed speed; racing snowmobiles, cars and watching...
Warren J. Falicki
Feb 10, 2026
Warren Joseph Falicki age 87 of Belmont died Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at New Haven of Belmont. He was born in Grand Rapids on December 23, 1938, the oldest son of the late John and Eleanor (Kluczewski) Falicki. Warren worked for his father at Ottawa Beer Company which was their family business. He lived on Bostwick Lake for many years...
Antonio "Tony" Anderson
Feb 5, 2026
Antonio “Tony” Anderson age 70 of Cedar Springs, died Thursday, February 5, 2026 at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born February 3, 1956 in Chicago, the son of Frank and Deborah (Williams) Anderson. Tony retired from Wrigley Company after 25 years. He had a passion for the outdoors. Tony enjoyed fishing, camping, swimming and big bonfires....
Dakota L. DeKorne
Feb 4, 2026
Dakota Lynne passed away Wednesday, February 4, 2026, at her home in Grant, MI, surrounded by her most cherished family. Dakota was strong, stubborn and could light up any room she was in, her laugh and smile were infectious and brought joy to everyone around her. Dakota was diagnosed with a rare congenital heart defect in utero, making her a...
Michael J. Krome
Feb 4, 2026
Michael John Krome age 73 of Morley, died Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at Intersect Healthcare of Cedar Springs. He was born on November 17, 1952 in Belleville, MI at his grandmother’s house during a snowstorm. He was in the United States Navy working on the flight deck during the Vietnam War. Mike had a 30-year career at General Motors. He...
Kathy R. Woudwyk
Feb 2, 2026
Kathy Rae Woudwyk age 69 died unexpectedly Monday, February 2, 2026 at Corewell Health Meijer Heart Center. She was born on September 7, 1956 in Grand Rapids, the daughter of Clifford and Loretta (Jewitt) Elliott. Kathy worked in payroll for 47 years at Butterworth Hospital. She enjoyed traveling with friends and having monthly game nights. Kathy was a dedicated mother,...
Robert J. "Jim" Jennings, Jr.
Jan 28, 2026
Robert James “Jim” Jennings, Jr. age 69 of Edmore died Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at Corewell Health Greenville Hospital. He was born July 8, 1956, in Montgomery, AL the son of the late Robert and Vida (Bazzett) Jennings, Sr. Jim was a pipe fitter and welder for many years often traveling for his work. He enjoyed tinkering and was always...
Michael A. Merritt
Jan 27, 2026
Michael A. Merritt age 79 of Cedar Springs passed away Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at Corewell Health Butterworth Campus. He was born July 31, 1946 in Grand Rapids, MI the son of Wesley and Emily (Clark) Merritt. He was a retired veteran having served in both the U.S. Navy and Air Force. He loved John Wayne movies, puzzles and his...
Nathalie VanOost
Jan 25, 2026
Nathalie VanOost, age 91, of Pierson, Michigan, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, January 25, 2026, in Big Rapids, Michigan.
She was born on August 17, 1934, in Casnovia, Michigan, the daughter of Elza and Thelma (Shue) Egolf. Nathalie had a lifelong love for animals, especially dogs, and found great joy in feeding and watching the birds.
In her younger...
