Janet Rae Krupp
Sep 26, 2019
Janet Rae (Schultz) Krupp age 77 of Grand Rapids, died Thursday, September 26, 2019 at Rest Haven Home. She was born in Grand Rapids, MI on November 19, 1941 to Woodrow M. and Dorothy B. (Haag) Schultz. Jan and Dave fostered for 35 years, taking care of 125 babies for D.A. Blodgett- St. John’s. Jan enjoyed sudoku and jigsaw puzzles,...
Charlene Ann Livermore
Sep 25, 2019
Charlene A. Livermore age 68 of Cedar Springs died Wednesday, September 25, 2019 at Metro Health Hospital, Wyoming. Charlene was born October 13, 1950 in Munising, MI to Marilyn Colbus and Kenneth Cooper. She retired from AT&T after 35 years of service. She will be remembered for her feisty personality and caring much for others. Surviving are her sister, Lee...
Franklin Steven Drury
Sep 25, 2019
Franklin Steven Drury A true adventurer and persevere of life. Born September 30, 1940 to mother Carrie Helen (Cass)Drury and naval sub marinist father Franklin Charles Drury. A beloved eldest brother of four survived by sisters Lee (Drury) Berry, Robbie (Nelson) Fuller, and reunited with brother Michael Drury on Wednesday, September 25, 2019. As a child Frank lost his father...
Nancy L. Merritt
Sep 25, 2019
Nancy Lee (Heiss) Merritt, age 74 passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 25, 2019 at Spectrum Health – Butterworth Campus, Grand Rapids, after a long battle with cancer. She was born February 24, 1945 in Tampa, FL the daughter of Jack and Betty (Martin) Heiss. Nancy grew up enjoying working in the fields with her dad and grandfather, playing basketball...
Kevin Christopher Courtney
Sep 18, 2019
Kevin Christopher Courtney age 43 of Wyoming, MI passed into the arms of our Lord Wednesday, September 18, 2019 at Trillium Woods. Kevin was born August 14, 1976 the son of Patrick and Judith (Ives) Courtney. Kevin loved playing sports as a youngster and especially loved watching the Lions, Tigers and college sports. He attended Central Michigan University. Kevin did...
Richard J. Frey Sr.
Sep 16, 2019
Richard James Frey Sr., age 86, of Sand Lake, passed away peacefully on Monday, September 16 with his loving family at his side. Born September 3, 1933, he learned the value of hard work helping with the family fruit orchards and dairy farm. He married Eleanor Patin on April 16, 1955 at St. Mary’s Parish in Sand Lake. They have...
William C. Stalhood
Sep 12, 2019
William C. Stalhood, age 86, of Cedar Springs, died at his home Thursday September 12, 2019. Bill was born March 6, 1933 in Hillsdale County, Michigan, the son of Clifford and Celia (Stafford) Stalhood. Bill was an equipment operator throughout his life. He enjoyed traveling and camping. Bill also enjoyed gardening and yard work. He married Ruth E. Tressler on...
Thomas F. Zerfas
Sep 5, 2019
Thomas F. Zerfas age 73 of Cedar Springs, died Thursday, September 5, 2019 at his home. Tom was born March 7, 1946 in Grand Rapids, MI the son of Reynold and Bernice (Saller) Zerfas. He was an avid outdoorsman and a loving father and grandfather. He enjoyed attending his grandkids’ events. Surviving are his wife, Sharon, whom he married on...
Ronnie C. Stout
Sep 3, 2019
Ronnie C. Stout age 76 of Cedar Springs died Tuesday, September 3, 2019 at Spectrum Health – United Memorial Rehab in Greenville. Ronnie was born March 6, 1943 in Grand Rapids, MI to Lewis and Lorraine (Jones) Stout. Ron was a longtime member of the Sparta Hunting & Fishing Club and Flat River Conservation Club. He was an avid trapshooter,...
Norma E. Mabie
Sep 1, 2019
Norma E. Mabie age 80 of Cedar Springs, passed away Sunday, September 1, 2019 at her home with her family in attendance. She was born March 18, 1939 in Whitehall, MI the daughter of Norman and Marguerite (Tysman) Westphal. She worked for Keeler Brass for 34 years and loved to knit and crochet. Surviving are her children, Roy Walter (Kathy)...
Chad A. Rowland
Aug 29, 2019
Chad A. Rowland 32 of Cedar Springs passed away Thursday, August 29, 2019. Chad was born September 2, 1986 in Grand Rapids, MI. Chad will be remembered for his love for his family and his dogs. He enjoyed working and helping his Dad at the store. He loved watching movies and making daily phone calls to check on family. Chad...
Doyle T. Mckenney
Aug 28, 2019
Doyle T. McKenney age 80 of Pierson, died Wednesday, August 28, 2019 at his home. Doyle was born October 29, 1938 in Wyoming, MI the son of Percy and Mary (Schneider) McKenney. He worked as a baker for Delight Bakery. He and his wife, Marlene were very involved in Christ the King Catholic Church, Howard City. Doyle had a delightful...
Joyce B. Calhoun
Aug 19, 2019
Joyce Barbara Calhoun age 79 of Gowen, MI died Monday, August 19, 2019 at Green Acres of Cedar Springs. Joyce was born November 15, 1939 in Cass City, MI the daughter of Frank and Betty (Salisbury) Puskas. Joyce was a great cook making everything from scratch, a great crafter, sewer and enjoyed yard work and flower gardening. Surviving are her...
Calvin L. Smith
Aug 17, 2019
Calvin L. Smith age 81 of Sand Lake died Saturday, August 17, 2019 at his daughter’s home. Calvin was born January 11, 1938 in St. Johns, MI, the son of Arvine and Ethyel (Davis) Smith. He loved the outdoors, hunting deer and bear and his cottage in the U.P. He was a hardworking and caring person who would help anyone....
Russell C. Jacobs
Aug 15, 2019
Russell C. Jacobs age 70 of Cedar Springs, died Thursday, August 15, 2019 at Metron of Cedar Springs. He was born September 14, 1948 in Chicago, IL the son of Stanley and Blanche (Fisher) Jacobs. He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy serving during the Vietnam War. He has been cremated and there will be no services. Arrangements by...
Steven O. Anderson
Aug 14, 2019
Steven O. Anderson age 66 of Grand Rapids died Wednesday, August 14, 2019 at the Grand Rapids Home for Veterans. He was born July 5, 1953 in Muskegon, MI the son of Oscar and Shirley (McClurg) Anderson. Steven was in the U.S. Navy. He worked at Emmons Market and Great Day Stores. He is survived by his wife Rachael (Shelley)...
William “Mike” M. Deline
Aug 10, 2019
William Michael “Mike” DeLine age 63 died Saturday August 10, 2019 peacefully at his home. Mike was born March 4, 1956 in Lansing, MI the son of Nelson and Ruth (Kight) DeLine. He graduated from Waverly High School in Lansing and worked at Weller Reman Center. He was a very loving and generous person especially to his family and grandchildren....
Birdie Van Dyke
Aug 6, 2019
Birdie Van Dyke age 95 of Sand Lake, passed away Tuesday, August 6, 2019 at her home. Birdie was born August 16, 1923 in Grand Rapids, MI the daughter of John and Blanch (Williams) Glenn. She worked at Fisher Body Alpine Avenue Plant for 28 years. She was very involved and active in the Pierson Bible Church and enjoyed her...
Reece A. Nice
Aug 3, 2019
Reece A. Nice age 18 died Saturday, August 3, 2019. Reece was born February 5, 2001 in Grand Rapids, MI the son of Louis and Teresa (Wilkowski) Nice. Reece will be lovingly remembered by the many friends, family and loved ones that were blessed to be a part of his life. Not a day will go by that we won’t...
Keith B. Pope Sr.
Aug 3, 2019
Keith B. Pope, Sr. age 87 of Cedar Springs, passed away Saturday, August 3, 2019 at Metro Health Hospital. He was a resident at the Grand Rapids Home for Veterans for the last four years and the family thanks them and the staff at Metro Health Hospital for their great care. Keith was born April 27, 1932 in Sparta, MI...
