James C. Tomaszewski
Feb 28, 2024
James “Jim” C. Tomaszewski, age 82, of Kent City passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, February 28, 2024. Jim was born July 15, 1941 in Grand Rapids, MI the son of Charles and Josephine (Nowak) Tomaszewski. Survived by his loving wife, Ruth, of 55 years; daughter, Anne (Steve) Wagenmaker and 4 grandchildren; Holly and Addie Bengtson and Chelsi and...
Joyce D. Bergman
Feb 26, 2024
Joyce D. Bergman age 90 of Ensley Township, Sand Lake died Monday, February 26, 2024 at her home. She was born November 8, 1933 in Grand Rapids, MI the daughter of Maynard and Leola (Miller) Galloway. She was a member of Resurrection Lutheran Church, Sand Lake, TOPS and the Tri-County Eagles. Surviving are her husband, Bill; children, Christine (Steve) Kuikstra,...
Arlene C. Bowers
Feb 23, 2024
Arlene C. Bowers age 73 of Cedar Springs, died Friday, February 23, 2024 at Corewell Health – Butterworth Hospital. She was born February 23, 1951 in Grand Rapids, MI the daughter of George and Shirley (Mitchell) Davis Jr. She enjoyed crocheting and traveling and was always ready for an adventure. Her favorite holiday was Christmas and she loved the Hallmark...
Lawrence J. Mccauley
Feb 15, 2024
Lawrence Junior McCauley age 90 went to be with his Lord and Savior Thursday, February 15, 2024. Larry was born December 8, 1933 in Grand Rapids, MI the son of Lawrence and Mildred (Nye) McCauley. Larry’s life is a testament to God’s amazing grace. He was a loving father, husband, grandfather and pastor. Larry’s mother passed away when he was...
Beverly R. Huffman
Feb 14, 2024
Beverly R. Huffman age 72 of Cedar Springs, died Wednesday, February 14, 2024 at her home. She was born April 22, 1951 in Greenville, MI the daughter of Fay and Helen (Middleton) Lebeck. She enjoyed traveling and was a very caring person, always taking care of others. Beverly was actively involved in her church, Croton Community Church. Surviving are her...
Ruth E. Urbane-Lane
Feb 14, 2024
Ruth E. Urbane-Lane age 95 of Pierson, MI died Wednesday, February 14, 2024. She was born May 14, 1928 in Grand Rapids, MI the daughter of Leo and Bertha (Slade) Fahringer. She was a graduate of Catholic Central High School and retired from Meijer after 28 years. Surviving are her children, Rick Urbane, Debbie (Kirk) Coe, Shari (Stephen) Soltys; special...
Ronald E. Pike
Feb 14, 2024
Ronald E. Pike age 77 of Kent City passed on Wednesday, February 14, 2024 at Trinity Health Hospital-Muskegon. He was born October 13, 1946 in Grand Rapids, MI the son of Ralph and Helen (Cheslek) Pike. He served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War, was wounded and received the Purple Heart and other medals for his actions and...
James E. Brown
Feb 13, 2024
James E. Brown (aka Uncle Jimmy, Red, Ralph), age 66, left his wife, family and friends for that majestic forest in heaven where he is reunited with his parents, Jim and Helen Brown, and nephew Spc. Timothy Brown and many dear friends. Jimmy led a happy, fulfilling life spending his free time with his loving family including wife Sarah, sisters...
Doris I. Starr
Feb 10, 2024
Doris I. Starr age 97 of rural Cedar Springs, MI passed away and entered the presence of the Lord on Saturday, February 10, 2024. Doris was born October 27, 1926 in Pierson Township, Montcalm County to Ralph and Clara (Plumb) Totten. She was the sixth of eight children and was raised on the farm. She thoroughly enjoyed the farm life...
Lyle E Hawkins
Feb 5, 2024
Lyle E Hawkins age 88 of Ensley Township, Sand Lake went home to be with his Lord on Monday, February 5, 2024 at his home. He was born June 10, 1935 in Solon Township, MI the son of Charles and Lottie (Caldwell) Hawkins. Lyle was known as a man of faith, integrity, steady resilience, and humility. He married his high...
John A. Paulen
Feb 5, 2024
John A. Paulen age 93 of Pierson died Monday, February 5, 2024 at his home. He was born January 12, 1931 in Pierson, MI the son of George and Hazel (Hackbardt) Paulen. He served in the U.S. Navy during the Korean War and retired from the Grand Rapids Press. He farmed all of his life. He served on the Tri-County...
Carol R. Bishop
Feb 5, 2024
Carol Ruth Bishop age 76 of Hanoverton, OH formerly of Cedar Springs died Monday, February 5, 2024 in Pittsburgh, PA. She was born November 22, 1947 in St. Clair, MI the daughter of Adrian and Clara Bishop. Carol and her sister, Mer started Bishop Adult Foster Care Home and worked there until 2020. Carol and Mer took many mission trips...
Timothy A. Worley
Feb 4, 2024
Timothy A. Worley, 88, of Cedar Springs, MI, and formerly of Mesick, MI, passed away suddenly Sunday, February 4, 2024 at his home. Tim was born in Flint, MI on July 1, 1935, to Kenneth and Blanche (Mitcheltree) Worley. He graduated from Linden High School and spent his 30 plus year career at General Motors, working in the AC Spark...
Joan K. Welch
Jan 30, 2024
Joan K. Welch age 89 of Ensley Township, Sand Lake went to be with her Lord on Tuesday, January 30, 2024 at Corewell Health Butterworth Hospital. She was born May 22, 1934 in Grand Rapids, MI the daughter of Dick and Hazel (Hall) Tramper. She was a loving, caring person who was always willing to help others. Joan loved the...
Constance M. Maurer
Jan 27, 2024
Constance M. Maurer age 81 of Sand Lake, died Saturday, January 27, 2024 at Corewell Health Butterworth Hospital. She was born September 15, 1942 in Saginaw, MI the daughter of Robert and Irene (McCollum) Cooley. She enjoyed cooking and was an avid gardener. She was very involved in Resurrection Lutheran Church, Sand Lake and led the choir for 13 years....
Roger L. Dean
Jan 22, 2024
Roger L. Dean age 83 of Cedar Springs, died Monday, January 22, 2024 at Corewell Health Butterworth Campus. He was born April 25, 1940 in Grand Rapids, MI the son of Joe and Gladys Dean. He enjoyed flying remote control airplanes and he and Tessie enjoyed many winters camping with friends in Alabama. Surviving are his wife, Tessie; step daughters,...
Betty L. Conrad
Jan 17, 2024
Betty L. Conrad age 94 passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 17, 2024 at Corewell Health Butterworth Hospital, Grand Rapids. She was born March 11, 1929 in Independence, Ohio the daughter of Henry and Betty (Hasselbusch) Damas. Cremation has taken place and there will be no services. Interment at East Avenue Cemetery, New Philadelphia, Ohio. Arrangements by K.E. Pike Funeral...
Marilyn J. Empie Mullennix
Jan 16, 2024
Marilyn J. Empie Mullennix age 86 of Cedar Springs died Tuesday, January 16, 2024 at Mission Point of Cedar Springs. She was born June 9, 1937 in Sparta, MI the daughter of Leonard and Laural (Bunnel) Empie. She graduated from Sparta High School and Davenport College with a Bachelor degree with honors. Marilyn had been a co-pilot and member of...
Lucy A. Chatman
Jan 14, 2024
Lucy A. Chatman age 84 of Sparta died Sunday, January 14, 2024 at her son’s home. She was born July 23, 1939 in Walker, MI the daughter of William and Ethel (Johnson) Milligan. She was a very caring person and was always willing to help others. She loved her dogs and enjoyed garage sales, bingo and gambling. Surviving are her...
Nancy J. Wondergem
Jan 13, 2024
Nancy Joy Wondergem age 88 of Cedar Springs went to be with her Lord on Saturday, January 13, 2024 at her home. She was born April 22, 1935 in Sparta, MI the daughter of Lee and Mildred (Zeigler) Porter. She adored cats of any kind and after her husband Clare died in 1999 she devoted her time to her grandchildren....
