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...
Darrell L. Baehre
Jan 23, 2026
Darrell L. Baehre, age 72, of Gowen, Michigan, went to be with the Lord on Friday, January 23, 2026.Darrell was born on September 25, 1953, the son of Walter Baehre and Nathalie VanOost. He was a graduate of Sparta High School. Darrell retired from Meijer, Inc. and also served for many years as a corrections officer with the Ottawa County...
Patricia A. Kennedy
Jan 21, 2026
Patricia Ann Kennedy, 90, passed away peacefully at Northville Pointe Senior Living on January 21, 2026. Pat’s remarkable life began in Grand Rapids, Michigan, on June 6, 1935. She was the oldest child born to Robert and Elsie (Lapp) Cordes. Pat graduated at the top of her high school class at Comstock Park and went on to earn a nursing...
Joseph "Joe" McIntyre
Jan 20, 2026
Celebration of life will be held Saturday, May 30 from 2:00-5:00 p.m. at GR/Sparta Moose Lodge #50, 11510 N Division Ave, Sparta, MI 49345.
It is with deep sadness that the family of Joseph Charles McIntyre age 56, of Kent City, announces his passing on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, following a courageous battle with early-onset Alzheimer’s disease. Joe was born on...
James "Jim" Main
Jan 18, 2026
James Duane “Jim” Main age 66 of Cedar Springs, died unexpectedly Sunday, January 18, 2026 at his home. He was born May 26, 1959 in Big Rapids, the son of the late Duane and Sandra (Price) Main. Jim graduated from Kent City High School in 1977 and enlisted in the United States Coast Guard. Jim was proud of his Lakota...
James L. Klein
Jan 16, 2026
James L. Klein age 59 of Cedar Springs, passed away Friday, January 16, 2026 at his home. He was born December 31, 1966 in Kalamazoo, MI the son of Robert and Julia (Martin) Klein. He graduated from Portage Central High School, attended Northern Michigan University and graduated from DeVry University. Jim was an excellent athlete in High School playing football,...
Darrell D. Helsley
Jan 11, 2026
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Darrell D. Helsley age 61 of Kentwood, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Sunday, January 11, 2026. He was born February 16, 1964, in Murphysboro, IL the son of Darrell and Beulah (Etherton) Helsley. He proudly served his country as a United States Marine from 1982 – 2002, honorably retiring a Gunnery Sergeant. Darrell went on to...
Elizabeth A. Havener
Jan 9, 2026
Elizabeth Ann Havener age 91 of Cedar Springs died Friday, January 9, 2026 at New Haven Assisted Living. She was born July 2, 1934 in McPherson, Kansas, the daughter of the late Warner and Mildred (Ingram) Parks. Elizabeth graduated from Spring Arbor High School at the age of 16 and attended Greenville College, Greenville, Illinois. She was highly intelligent and...
Gloria A. Stark
Jan 8, 2026
Gloria Ann Stark age 65 of Cedar Springs died Thursday, January 8, 2026 at her home in her husband’s arms. She was born March 9, 1960 in Grant, MI the daughter of Herbert and Donna (Kloet) VanWylen. She enjoyed gardening and crafting and spending time with family and friends. She was a great person who was always willing to help...
Ronald C. Parker
Jan 4, 2026
The celebration of life will be held at Courtland Township Hall, 7450 14 Mile Rd. NE, Rockford, MI 49341 on Saturday, April 18 from 1-4 p.m. with lunch provided.
Ronald C. Parker age 80 of Cedar Springs, passed away Sunday, January 4, 2026, at Corewell Health Rehab and Nursing Home in Greenville. He was born on August 30, 1945, in Grand...
Elaine R. Parker-Pyrad
Jan 3, 2026
Elaine Ruth Parker-Pyrad age 87, died Saturday, January 3, 2026 at Bishop Hills Assisted Living in Rockford. She was born June 12, 1938 in Trufant, the daughter of the late Ben and Bertha (Christianson) Hall. Elaine retired from General Motors as a seamstress. She was a dedicated mother and cherished the time she spent with her grandchildren.
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