Ronald D. Porter
Aug 5, 2023
Ronald Darcy Porter passed away on the evening of Saturday, August 5, 2023. He was born on January 20, 1946, the son of Darcy and Eleanor Porter. He grew up on a dairy farm in Courtland Township, which led to a lifelong passion for farming. He went to a country schoolhouse for his early education before graduating from Rockford High...
Samuel David Magoon Jr.
Aug 5, 2023
Samuel David Magoon Jr., “Dave”, a longtime resident of Cedar Springs, Michigan, is at last whole with Jesus! He was born in Grand Rapids, MI on December 6, 1948. His gracious departure came on August 5, 2023. He was preceded by his sister, Judy (Oom) Singleton; brothers, Timothy Magoon Sr., Thomas Magoon Sr., Michael Magoon Sr., Richard Oom, Jim Oom;...
Peter P. Patin
Aug 2, 2023
Peter P. Patin age 86 of Cedar Springs, died Wednesday, August 2, 2023 at Trinity Health, St. Mary’s. He was born July 10, 1937 in Ensley Township, MI, the son of Philip and Mary (Haussman) Patin. He had one of the first ultralight planes in the area and had owned and operated Harvestore business since 1974. Peter was known for...
Robert R. Ries
Jul 30, 2023
Robert R. Ries age 89 of Cedar Springs passed away Sunday, July 30, 2023 at his home after a difficult battle with pulmonary fibrosis. He was born December 6, 1933 in Barberton, Ohio the son of Leland and Mildred (Ling) Ries. He served in the U.S. Navy during the Korean War on the USS Nimitz. Surviving are his wife, Kathy...
Randall A. Gigowski
Jul 24, 2023
Randall A. Gigowski age 62 of Coral passed away Monday, July 24, 2023 at his home. Randy was born February 25, 1961 in Saginaw, MI the son of August and Velma (Dick) Gigowski. He worked for over 20 years for Oliver Healthcare Packaging. He had built his own home and enjoyed helping his neighbors by mowing their lawns and plowing...
William A. Osterhagen
Jul 23, 2023
William A. Osterhagen age 82 passed away Sunday, July 23, 2023 at The Homesteader in Benzonia. He was born February 25, 1941 in Mattoon, Illinois the son of Harold and Aileen (Boland) Osterhagen. He was very involved in AA and helping others in their recovery in the Lansing area. Surviving are his wife, Kathleen; children, Bruce (Leanne) Osterhagen, Sherrie (Alan)...
David W. Cook
Jul 18, 2023
David Wayne Cook, through his accepting Christ as his personal Savior, entered into his eternal home with Him on Tuesday, July 18, 2023. He was born in Sparta MI on March 19, 1937, the third of four children to Rev Wayne and Ethel Cook. He graduated from Sparta High School in 1955, and moved to Tucson AZ where he married...
Nancy L. Zufelt
Jul 13, 2023
Nancy Lynn Zufelt age 71 of Cedar Springs died Thursday, July 13, 2023 at home with her family. She was born December 18, 1951 in Grand Rapids, MI the daughter of Gerald and Juanita (Parker) Zufelt. Nancy worked at Wolverine World Wide for 40 years. She was a former member of the Red Flannel Festival Committee and the Cedar Springs...
Darryl P. Harrison
Jul 11, 2023
Darryl Paul Harrison passed on July 11, 2023, at home under the care of Faith Hospice of Grand Rapids. He is survived by his loving partner, Joanne Fiedler of Grand Rapids; son, Theo Josef Harrison of Grand Rapids; twin brother, Dayle and Constance Harrison of Saugatuck; brother, Phillip and Sue Harrison of Cedar Springs and sister-in-law, Janice Harrison of Kent...
Wesley "Andy" Schreiber
Jul 10, 2023
Wesley Andrew Schreiber age 74 of Grand Rapids, died Monday, July 10, 2023 at Vista Springs of Wyoming. Andy was born May 7, 1949 in San Diego, CA the son of John and Anna (Jackson) Schreiber. He had a degree in accounting and worked at Steelcase. He was a man of faith and had a great sense of humor. Surviving...
Marjorie G. Covell
Jul 5, 2023
Marjorie Grace Covell age 81 of Cedar Springs died Wednesday, July 5, 2023 at her home surrounded by her family due to complications from Dementia. Marge was born September 30, 1941 in Detroit, MI the daughter of the late Cecil and Grace (Doherty) MacKinnon. She married Roy Covell on December 20, 1958 and was married for over 63 years until...
James N. Mccowen
Jun 29, 2023
James Nolan McCowen age 89 of Pierson died Thursday, June 29, 2023 at his home. He was born February 20, 1934 in Bismarck, Arkansas the son of John and Sarah (Jessup) McCowen. Jim served in the Navy during the Korean War and was employed by Fisher Body for almost 32 years, retiring in 2000. He and Ginger enjoyed hunting, camping...
Marian L. Reyburn
Jun 25, 2023
Marian Louise (Coalter) Reyburn, of Sparta, MI died on June 25, 2023, following a lengthy illness. Marian Louise Reyburn was born in Kent City, MI on June 9, 1931. She began working, age 12. as a waitress at the Kent City Hotel. Following high school graduation, age 16, she worked for ten years at American Seating Company, Grand Rapids, MI....
Carlyle H. Hager
Jun 24, 2023
Carlyle Herbert Hager age 90 of Rockford died Saturday, June 24, 2023 at Corewell Health Rehabilitation and Nursing Center. He was born April 3, 1933 in Pontiac, MI the son of Carl and Eleanor (Johnson) Hager. Carlyle enjoyed farming, being involved in his church and spending time with family and friends. Surviving are his wife of 66 years Arlene; children,...
William "Fred" Shick
Jun 22, 2023
William Fredrick Shick age 89 of Sand Lake died Thursday, June 22, 2023 at home with his family. He was born December 7, 1933 in Sand Lake the son of John and Iva (Riley) Shick. Fred was born, raised and died on the family farm. He enjoyed fishing but his life centered around his family. Surviving are his wife of...
Lindsey K. Weltevrede
Jun 20, 2023
In loving memory of Lindsey K. Weltevrede (August 30, 1980 – June 20, 2023). She leaves behind her parents, Pam and Larry; stepdad, Jim; sister, Cary; and daughter, Kylie. Lindsey was a daughter, sister, aunt, mother and friend who was loved by many who knew her. As a child, Lindsey was very successful in her academics and enjoyed horseback riding....
Jacqueline D. Deloof
Jun 17, 2023
Jacqueline D. DeLoof age 71 of Greenville, passed away Saturday, June 17, 2023 at her home. She was born March 22, 1952 in Grand Rapids, MI the daughter of Robert and Rose (Matson) Griffin. She enjoyed crafts, playing pool, going to the casino and Detroit Tiger baseball. Surviving are her husband, Donald; children, Mike (Cindy) Milligan, Rick Milligan, Donald DeLoof,...
Donna J. Newman
Jun 16, 2023
Donna Jean Newman age 86 of Cedar Springs passed away peacefully on Friday, June 16, 2023 at home. She was born on December 6, 1936 in Elgin, IL the daughter of Roy and Gladys (Hall) Martin. She worked for Corduroy Rubber for 25 years and Speedway for 20 years. She loved working with youth and all animals. She was president...
Alice L. Feutz
Jun 12, 2023
Alice L. Feutz age 82 of Cedar Springs, died Monday, June 12, 2023 at her home. She was born March 31, 1941 in Kansas City, MO the daughter of Dewitt and LaVena (Bomar) McCall. She served in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam War and had been a cheerleader for the San Diego Chargers. She was an excellent seamstress. Surviving...
Brian D. Tisdel
Jun 11, 2023
Brian Dale Tisdel age 72 of Sand Lake died Sunday, June 11, 2023 at his home. He was born May 3, 1951 in Grand Rapids the son of Mervill and Virginia (Wood) Tisdel. He was a machinist at Keeler Brass and retired from Knoll (Westinghouse). His first love was farming. He is survived by his special friends, the Pyrzewski family....
