Phillip A. Wesche Sr.
Jan 5, 2021
“Come to me all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.” Matthew 11:28 Phillip Andrew Wesche Sr. entered the gates of Heaven on Tuesday, January 5, 2021. Phil was born the third child of August Wesche Sr. and Mary (Schug) Wesche on May 6, 1932. Multiple stories have been shared about his early years in...
Diane R. Rawdon
Jan 5, 2021
Diane R. Rawdon 66 of Cedar Springs died Tuesday, January 5, 2021 at her home. She was born January 27, 1954 to Clarence and Ruth (Haywood) Roman in Detroit, MI. She will be missed but we know her pain has ended and we will see her again. She is survived by her daughter, Jessica Rowden; grandchildren, Ariana Meyers and Addison...
Michael Kulak Jr.
Jan 1, 2021
Michael Kulak Jr. age 86 of Cedar Springs, died Friday, January 1, 2021 at Spectrum Health United Memorial Hospital, Greenville. Mike was born February 7, 1934 in Grand Rapids, MI the son of Michael and Josephine (Scczytko) Kulak. He served in the U.S. Army from 1956 – 58. He was very independent in caring for himself and in the past...
Betsy A. Edwards
Dec 28, 2020
After a life of sharing love, Betsy Aurane (Hoffman) Edwards went to be with her heavenly father. She began her life in Cadillac and moved to Marne to raise her family. She ended her life in Sand Lake in the care of her daughters. Preceded in death by her "daddy" & "ma" (Henry & Myrta Hoffman); husbands, Robert Bundy &...
Mary Ann Mysliwiec
Dec 25, 2020
Livestream link for service at Tribucast Named for her Irish great grandmother; daughter of Jack and Eleanor of 1321 Hope St. SE, Grand Rapids; wife of Jay, mother and grandmother, sister and aunt, career teacher and principal extraordinaire, friend to many. Educated at St. Thomas and Marywood Academy in Grand Rapids, Western Michigan University (BA), Michigan State (MA) and Columbia...
Cary R. Ziemski
Dec 24, 2020
Cary R. Ziemski age 46 of Cedar Springs, died unexpectedly Thursday, December 24, 2020 in Grand Rapids. He was born in Grand Rapids, MI on November 26, 1974. Cary worked in Tampa, FL for 15 years at Starkey Enterprises. He was currently employed by Speedway LLC as an assistant manager and loved his job. He loved his University of Michigan...
Michael F. Donahue
Dec 19, 2020
After struggling with MS for 43 years, Michael Finian Donahue, age 64 of Grand Rapids, Michigan, said, “My one wish is to see Jesus face to face.” His desire was granted to him on Saturday, December 19, 2020. Mike was born January 3, 1956 in Chicago, IL, along with his twin brother, Timothy Xavier, the sons of William and Florence...
Arlene A. Wesche
Dec 13, 2020
Arlene Abbey (Shick) Wesche, age 91, of Cedar Springs, went home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Sunday, December 13, 2020 at the Brook Retirement Home, Big Rapids, MI. Arlene was born on July 16, 1929 at her home in Sand Lake MI, the daughter of John and Ivah Shick. She came to know her Lord...
Marcia A. Radke
Dec 10, 2020
Marcia A. Radke age 74 of Pierson, died Thursday, December 10, 2020 at Spectrum Health United Memorial Hospital, Greenville. Marcia was born December 31, 1945 in Saginaw, MI the daughter of Walter and Martha (Korpi) Toth. She was very active in Christ the King Catholic Church in Howard City where she sang in the choir, attended annual retreats and was...
Harold L. Potter
Dec 10, 2020
Harold L. Potter age 82 of Cedar Springs, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Thursday, December 10, 2020 at his home. Harold was born June 2, 1938 in Cedar Springs, MI the son of Merritt and Beulah (Sneathen) Potter. He served his country in the U.S. Air Force from 1956-60. He grew up on a dairy farm...
Franklin E. Pagel
Dec 6, 2020
Livestream link for service at Tribucast Franklin E. Pagel age 93 went to serve on the Lord’s Navy on Sunday, December 6, 2020. Frank was born November 18, 1927 in Grand Rapids, MI the son of Arnold C. and Helen K. M. (Billingsley) Pagel. He proudly served in the United States Navy from 1946-1954 in WWII and the Korean War....
Yvonne (Brownell) Hendrick
Dec 3, 2020
Yvonne J. Hendrick (Brownell) age 88 of Pierson died Thursday, December 3, 2020 at Green Acres of Cedar Springs. Yvonne was born August 22, 1932 in Walker Township, MI the daughter of Leon and Thelma (Geer) Fox. Surviving are her children, Douglas (Edie) Brownell, Debra (Hank) Hemmes, Darcy (Jim) Wilcox, Denise (Scott) Fisk; grandchildren, Jamie Brownell, Sara Jestila, Kyle (Tiffany...
Alice Pearl Brown
Dec 2, 2020
Alice P. Brown age 65 of Sparta died Wednesday, December 2, 2020 at her home. Alice was born December 23, 1954 in Grand Rapids, MI the daughter of Peter and Bessie (Hewartson) Brown Sr. She loved her pets, cats, birds and horses. She enjoyed crafting which she learned from her mother, including sewing, embroidery, knitting, crocheting, and cross stitch. She...
Joyce L. Zagumny
Nov 29, 2020
Joyce L. Zagumny age 67 of Dunnellon, FL passed away Sunday, November 29, 2020 in Florida. Joyce was born December 13, 1952 in Grand Rapids, MI the daughter of Gilbert and Alice (Fredenburg) Fisher. She graduated from Rogers High School, Wyoming, MI in 1971. She was affiliated with the Woodbrook Cathedral in Grand Rapids. Joyce was involved and ran the...
Harriet G. Chase
Nov 28, 2020
Harriet G. Chase age 83 of Howard City went to be with her Lord on Saturday, November 28, 2020. Harriet was born August 11, 1937 in Grand Rapids, MI the daughter of Harry and Jeanette Meyering. Harriet married her sweetheart Stanley Chase II 64 years ago and went on to have 5 children. They moved to Howard City in the...
Victor L. Havener
Nov 25, 2020
Victor Louis Havener, age 91, of Cedar Springs, MI passed away quietly of Alzheimer’s and entered his heavenly home on Wednesday, November 25, 2020. Victor was born October 19, 1929 in Utica, New York, the son of Paul and Minnie Havener. He lived most of his life in San Diego, California and moved to Cedar Springs, Michigan with his wife...
Esther M. Klooster
Nov 22, 2020
Esther M. Klooster age 90 of Cedar Springs, died Sunday, November 22, 2020 at Spectrum Health Butterworth Campus. Mrs. Klooster was born February 20, 1930 in Grand Rapids, MI the daughter of Henry and Floretta (Cass) Wynsma. She was a member of Grace Evangelical Free Church, was an avid reader and was always caring for and helping others. Surviving are...
Esther L. Anderson
Nov 22, 2020
Esther L. Anderson age 73 of Cedar Springs, passed away Sunday, November 22, 2020 at her home. Esther was born March 22, 1947 in Grand Rapids, MI the daughter of Hattley and Arlene (Ballard) Rector. She retired from Forest Hills Central Middle School in 2007. She was a tomboy growing up and enjoyed camping and the pool at her home....
John L. Mason
Nov 20, 2020
John L. Mason age 78 of Ensley Township, Sand Lake went to be with his Lord and Savior on Friday, November 20, 2020. John was born March 9, 1942 in Walker, MI the son of Orval and Ethel (Mapes) Mason. He served in the U.S. Navy and retired from Steelcase. John was an amateur and professional boxer and went on...
Michael A. Hanes
Nov 19, 2020
Michael A. Hanes age 31 of Cedar Springs died Thursday, November 19, 2020. Mike was born November 20, 1988 in Grand Rapids, MI. He enjoyed fishing and outdoor activities. He was a friend to many and loved his children. Surviving are his parents, Andrea Sees, Karl and Kathy Hanes; children, Ayden Hanes, Raelynn Hainlin, Jonathan Hanes and Braxton Hanes; siblings,...
