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Steven E. Hamblin
Aug 3, 2024
Steven E. Hamblin, age 73, of Grand Rapids, died August 3, 2024 at Trinity Health Hospital. He was born August 23, 1950 in Grand Rapids, the son of Eugene and Mildred (McAnally) Hamblin. He worked for many years as a Licensed Master Automotive Technician before retiring due to health problems. Steven was known best as simply "Cowboy" to all of...
Edward "Kurt" Vander Poppen
Aug 2, 2024
On this day, Edward “Kurt” Vander Poppen is looking into the eyes of his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. He has been welcomed into the King’s Heaven. Kurt spent over 30 years fixing Michigan roads as a crew foreman for Mored Construction, Slaughter & Sons, and Nashville Construction. He rebuilt bridges and installed guardrail across the state from St. Ignace,...
Gregory Max Paepke
Aug 1, 2024
Gregory Max Paepke age 66 of Howard City, passed away on August 1, 2024 in Greenville, Michigan. He was born on June 11, 1958 to Max and Ilene Paepke in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Gregg was a well-traveled truck driver for over 40 years and enjoyed being outdoors for hunting, fishing, farming, and horseback riding. On May 17, 1980 he married...
John Covell
Jul 28, 2024
John Joseph Covell age 92 of Belmont died Sunday, July 28, 2024 at Corewell Health Blodgett Hospital under hospice care. John was born on March 11, 1932 in Grand Rapids, MI the son of John and Marguerite (Worner) Covell. John was a teacher for the Grand Rapids Public Schools for many years. John was a life member of the National...
Penny Kay Vandenhout
Jul 22, 2024
Penny Kay VanDenHout, cherished grandmother, dedicated teacher, and beloved friend, passed away peacefully on July 22, 2024, at the age of 78, surrounded by family. She leaves behind a legacy of love, learning, and adventure. Penny was preceded in death by her parents, brother David Graham, and son Levi VanDenHout. She was a devoted mother to Scott (Melanie) VanDenHout, Sean...
Jenni Lyn Miller
Jul 17, 2024
Jenni Lyn Miller age 38 of Rockford, died Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at her home. She was born January 27, 1986 in Grand Rapids, MI. She was a loving and caring person who would help anyone. She enjoyed painting and crocheting. She was a beautiful soul who loved her boys. Also, she was truly “a blonde”. Surviving are her sons,...
Joel A. Austin
Jul 17, 2024
Joel Alvin Austin, born on November 9, 1941, in Cedar Springs, MI, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 17, 2024. Joel was a man of deep faith and a devoted follower of the Lord. He was a long-time member of Cedar Springs Baptist Church, where he found community and shared his faith with others. His love for the outdoors was...
Michaeline "Mickie" Lake
Jul 16, 2024
On July 16, Mickie lost her battle with cancer. Her family is heartbroken, but relieved her pain has ended. She was reunited with her parents, Linda and Don. She will be greatly missed by her beloved husband Darick. She leaves behind her sisters Jamie (Frank) and Becky, as well as her step mother Connie. She was a devoted mother to...
Donald P. Wilber
Jul 13, 2024
Donald P. Wilber age 74 of Cedar Springs, died Saturday, July 13, 2024 at his home with his family by his side. He was born December 28, 1949 in Lakeview, Michigan the son of Donald and Monadean (Johnston) Wilber. He worked as an electrician at General Motors Fisher Body for 36 years. Don was always available and willing to help...
Rick L. Spaulding
Jul 7, 2024
After a hard fought battle with health complications over the past 3 years, Rick Spaulding has passed away on July 7, 2024 at the age of 67. Rick was the second child of four and was raised in the Morley Stanwood area. He made his home in and around Grand Rapids following high school and worked a variety of jobs...
Patricia J. Totten
Jun 25, 2024
With deep sadness, we announce the peaceful passing of our beloved and cherished Mother, Grandmother, Great-Grandmother, Great-Great Grandmother, Aunt, Friend, and Family Matriarch Patricia Joan Totten age 91, on the afternoon of June 25, 2024. Patricia lived life with a heart full of kindness, compassion, and generosity for her family and friends.
Patricia was born in Grand...
Mazel Houghton
Jun 25, 2024
Mazel E. Houghton age 88 went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, June 25, 2024. She is survived by her three living children, Denise Houghton, Annette Fifield and Jereme Houghton. She will be laid to rest by her husband, Lloyd Houghton at Fort Custer National Cemetery in Augusta, MI. Arrangements by K.E. Pike Funeral Home, Cedar Springs, MI.
Ricki L. Steiner
Jun 25, 2024
Rickie Louise (Silvernail) Steiner age 62 of Sand Lake died Tuesday, June 25, 2024 at her home. She was born October 3, 1961 in Greenville, MI the daughter of Richard Silvernail and Sandra (Lawton) Mongar. Rickie was a good person, she meant well in everything she did. Sometimes she got mixed up and forgetful of what she should be doing...
Edith M. Tindall
Jun 24, 2024
Edith Menezes Tindall age 98 of Cedar Springs, MI went to be with her heavenly Savior on Monday, June 24, 2024. She was born February 28, 1926 in Azores, Portugal. Edith will be lovingly remembered and missed by her daughter, Doris Tindall; nephews; nieces; sister-in-law from California; extended family and friends. She spent the last years of her life living...
Maxine L. Carlson
Jun 23, 2024
Maxine L. Carlson, 86, of Grand Rapids, passed on Sunday, June 23, gratefully trusting God’s saving grace. With her beloved pastor-husband, Fred, she served six Michigan churches: North Park Baptist, Grand Rapids, MI; First Baptist, Allegan; Bethel Baptist, Kalamazoo; First Baptist, Newberry; and First Baptist, Cedar Springs. From 1980-86 she was Circulation Supervisor for Cornerstone University’s Miller Library, and the...
Thomas A. Caldwell
Jun 20, 2024
Thomas Allen Caldwell age 89 of Grandville passed on Thursday, June 20, 2024. He was born January 10, 1935 in Manton, MI the son of Lawrence and Florence (Clawson) Caldwell. Tom attended Godwin Heights High School and Grand Rapids Junior College where he played basketball and football. He was a proud United States Marine and spent time in Okinawa, Japan...
Kevin L. Gannon
Jun 19, 2024
Kevin L. Gannon age 67 of Greenville, died Wednesday, June 19, 2024 at his home. He was born March 13, 1957 in Grand Rapids, MI the son of Marvin and Ruth (Kellogg) Gannon. He served his country in the U.S. Army from 1975 – 78. Kevin recently retired from Automation Ideas in Rockford where he was a machinist and an...
Patricia A. Capek
Jun 19, 2024
Patricia A. Capek age 86 of Cedar Springs, died Wednesday, June 19, 2024 at her home. She was born May 31, 1938 in Davenport, IA the daughter of Joseph and Lillian (Pruden) Schroeder Sr. She spent her early childhood in Elgin, IL and later Muskegon, MI. She graduated from Muskegon Catholic Central in 1956. Pat married Richard “Dick” Capek at...
Cindy L. Qualmann
Jun 19, 2024
Cindy Lou Qualmann age 66 of Cedar Springs died Wednesday, June 19, 2024 at her home surrounded by her kids and grandkids. She was born March 4, 1958 in Grant, MI the daughter of Ronald and Karen (Landheer) Atwood. Cindy was a stay at home mom until her kids were teenagers. She then enjoyed being a Real Estate Agent many...
James F. Rogers
Jun 16, 2024
James F. Rogers age 66 of Belmont, died Sunday, June 16, 2024 at his home. He was born June 21, 1957 in Grand Rapids, MI the son of Howard and Viola (Pitsch) Rogers. He graduated from Rockford High School and was a delivery driver for Pepsico for 26 years. He was an excellent athlete enjoying golf, bowling and softball. He...
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