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Obituaries and Tributes for families in Cedar Springs, MI and the surrounding areas

Nicholas S. Green

Nicholas S. Green

Oct 4, 2019

Nicholas S. Green 81 of Sand Lake, died Friday, October 4, 2019 at his home. Nicholas was born March 2, 1938 in Marshall, MI the son of Nicholas Green and Antoinette (Krezen) Green. He was an accomplished woodworker and Judi would paint many of his projects. They went to many craft fairs together. He is survived by his loving wife...

M. Nadine Pratt

M. Nadine Pratt

Oct 4, 2019

Marilyn Nadine Pratt age 92 of Howard City, went to be with her Saviour on Friday, October 4, 2019. Nadine was born November 30, 1926 in Pierson, MI the daughter of George and Hazel (Hackbardt) Paulen. Surviving are her children, Cynthia Velasquez, Valerie (Paul) Frey, Craig (Ann) Pratt; daughter-in-law, Vicki Pratt; 13 grandchildren; 28 great grandchildren; 1 great great grandson;...

David Cory Kindle

David Cory Kindle

Oct 2, 2019

David C. Kindle age 20 of Sand Lake died Wednesday, October 2, 2019 at Spectrum Health Butterworth Campus. David was born March 18, 1999 in Grand Rapids, MI the son of Bruce Parks and Jessica Kindle. He was very loving, kind and artistic. He enjoyed fishing, his friends and his family. He had a smile that would light up a...

Elaine M. Shuker

Elaine M. Shuker

Sep 30, 2019

Elaine M. Shuker age 78 of Pierson died Monday, September 30, 2019 at Metron of Cedar Springs. Elaine was born February 9, 1941 in Grand Rapids, MI the daughter of Adolph and Irene (Moore) Grigas. Her sheltie dogs were very special to her. She worked with the sheltie rescue, all breed and greyhound rescues and for the DNR with small...

Janet Rae Krupp

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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)...

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