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

Paul D. Gillispie, Sr.

Paul D. Gillispie, Sr.

Jan 26, 2019

Paul Dean Gillispie Sr. age 71 of Cedar Springs passed away Saturday, January 26, 2019 at his home surrounded by his loving family. Paul was born in Pikeville, Kentucky on September 8, 1947 to Russell and Mary (Reynolds) Gillispie. He is survived by his wife of 37 years Vicki; his children, Paul (Kim) Gillispie, Jr., Norma Colborn, Vivian (Gary) DeBoe,...

Jimmy D. Hubble

Jimmy D. Hubble

Jan 25, 2019

Jimmy David Hubble age 67 of Grand Rapids, died Friday, January 25, 2019 at his home. Jim was born February 16, 1951 in Denton, TX the son of William and Cordie (Holman) Hubble. Surviving are his brothers, Bruce (Carol), Richard (Cindy), Gregg (Sheryl); several nieces, nephews and cousins; two aunts, Juanice Simmons and Juanell Tate. Cremation has taken place and...

Vicki Lynn Johnson

Vicki Lynn Johnson

Jan 24, 2019

Vicki L. Johnson, 66 of Bitely died Thursday, January 24, 2019 at Spectrum Health – Butterworth Campus. Vicki was born September 22, 1952 the daughter of Arnold and Alice Mongar. She was a loving wife, great mother and will be greatly missed. Surviving are her husband, Richard; sons, George Cubitt, James (Yvonne) Cubitt, Michael Cubitt, Scott (Deborah) Johnson; 9 grandchildren;...

Virginia May Robinson

Virginia May Robinson

Jan 23, 2019

Virginia May Robinson 89 of Cedar Springs, passed away Wednesday, January 23, 2019 at Metron of Cedar Springs. Mrs. Robinson was born July 15, 1929 in Grand Rapids, MI the daughter of Fred and Ella (VanCleve) Wert. She was a good mom, great cook and a very generous person. Surviving are her children, Rixie (Mary) Robinson, Barbara Garvon, Helen (Terry)...

Arthur L. Schultz

Arthur L. Schultz

Jan 22, 2019

Arthur L. Schultz 70 of Cedar Springs passed away on Tuesday, January 22, 2019 at his residence. Art was born March 13, 1948 in Grosse Pointe, MI to Arthur and Betty Jane (Kelch) Schultz. He served in the Army in Vietnam and later worked at Steelcase for many years. He is survived by his daughter, Wendy (Paul) Wittkoski; grandchildren, Catherine,...

Sharlene D. Towns

Sharlene D. Towns

Jan 16, 2019

Sharlene D. Towns age 62 of Cedar Springs, passed away on Wednesday, January 16, 2019 surrounded by her loving family. Sharlene was born March 29, 1956 in Portland, Oregon, the daughter of William and Phyllis (Fazer) Collins. Shar had a very strong, unwavering faith in her Lord. Shar’s favorite pastime was spending time on the backwaters of the Muskegon River...

Mary Jane Harper

Mary Jane Harper

Jan 15, 2019

Mary Jane “Janie” Harper age 72 of Rockford, MI passed away on Tuesday, January 15, 2019 at her home surrounded by her loving family. She was born April 9, 1946 to John and Evelyn (Shears) Nagelhout in Ensley Center, MI. She was a very devoted and dedicated mother, grandmother, great grandmother and friend. Janie was an excellent cook and loved...

Marion Mcmanus

Marion Mcmanus

Jan 12, 2019

Marion McManus age 92 of Wyoming, passed away Saturday, January 12, 2019. Mrs. McManus was born July 19, 1926 in Sagola, MI the daughter of Bill and Maude Stroud. She was a foster mother for infant babies for many years. She loved her family and being a homemaker. She spent her final years at Medilodge where she gained many friends...

Cindy Lou Harris

Cindy Lou Harris

Jan 8, 2019

Cindy Lou (Weeks) Harris, Age 60 of Scottville, passed away Tuesday, January 8, 2019 as a result of her battle with cancer which she fought bravely. Cindy was born on April 26, 1958 in Grand Rapids, MI the daughter of Orvel and Arlene (Reed) Weeks. She was a graduate of Kelloggsville High School in the Bicentennial year 1976. Cindy is...

Brett A. Kangas

Brett A. Kangas

Jan 7, 2019

Brett A. Kangas age 48 of Trufant died Monday, January 7, 2019. Brett was born December 26, 1970 in Grand Rapids, MI the son of Martin and Sandra (Neilsen) Kangas. He was a craftsman in wood and leather and enjoyed hunting and fishing. He loved his grandchildren. Surviving are his children, Tiffany (Joseph) Baldus, Brittanie Sheler, Michaela (Anthony) Sheler; 8...

Tonia M. Jones

Tonia M. Jones

Jan 6, 2019

Tonia A. Jones age 46 of Cedar Springs, died Sunday, January 6, 2019 at her home with her family by her side. Tonia was born April 19, 1972 in Grant, MI the daughter of Gary and Gloria (Annable) Moore. She graduated from Central High School, Grand Rapids and was the office manager at Fox Motors GMC & Buick on Alpine...

Thomas G. Merlington

Thomas G. Merlington

Jan 5, 2019

Thomas G. Merlington age 58 of Cedar Springs, died Saturday, January 5, 2019 at his home surrounded by his family. Tom was born December 21, 1960 in Grand Rapids, MI the son of Bruce and Martha (Grimes) Merlington. He served in the U.S Army and Army National Guard of Michigan for 23 years and worked for Ryder Truck for 38...

Velma "Val" Langland

Velma "Val" Langland

Jan 3, 2019

Velma “Val” Langland age 76 of Cedar Springs, went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Thursday, January 3, 2019 at Mercy Health – St. Mary’s, Grand Rapids. Val was born July 19, 1942 in Sault Ste. Marie, MI the daughter of John and Rosa (Rabineau) Laaksonen. She was well known for her cooking and baking. She...

Joann C. Hills

Joann C. Hills

Jan 3, 2019

Joann C. Hills age 81 of Sand Lake, passed away Thursday, January 3, 2019 at her home with her family by her side. Mrs. Hills was born May 4, 1937 in Detroit, MI the daughter of James and Esther (Heil) Ayris. She worked for American Seating for 20 years and was a member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles. She...

Ruthann Norton

Ruthann Norton

Jan 3, 2019

Ruthann Norton age 74 of Rockford, died Thursday, January 3, 2019 at Mercy Health – St. Mary’s. Ruthann was born March 22, 1944 in Sparta, MI the daughter of Russell and Ruth (Metzger) Mead. She was a bus driver for Cedar Springs Public Schools for 35 years. She loved sports and always attended her kids events. She loved and accepted...

Thomas James Rau

Thomas James Rau

Jan 2, 2019

Thomas James Rau age 56 of Cedar Springs, passed away Wednesday, January 2, 2019 at his home. Tom was born April 25, 1962 in Grand Rapids, MI the son of Steven and Delores (Card) Rau. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping, mushroom hunting, garage sales, woodworking and playing the drums. He was very soft spoken, patient and kind and never missed...

Arwin "Ed" Bremmer

Arwin "Ed" Bremmer

Dec 28, 2018

Arwin Edward Bremmer age 89 of Cedar Springs passed away Friday evening, December 28, 2018 from the results of a stroke. Arwin and Nancy (his wife of 68 years) are together again and at peace. Ed lived his whole life in Cedar Springs, except for the time he spent as a Corporal in the Army. He was part of the...

Raymond C. Deblock Jr.

Raymond C. Deblock Jr.

Dec 26, 2018

Raymond Charles Deblock Jr. age 50 went to be with our Lord on December 26, 2018 after a long battle with cancer. He was born December 13, 1968 to Raymond C. Deblock Sr. and Barbara Ann (Bower) Krise. He followed his father in death after 23 days. He is survived by his wife, Mary (Rummelt) Deblock; daughter, Raychel (Matt) Piar...

Clyde E. Fransen

Clyde E. Fransen

Dec 25, 2018

Clyde E. Fransen age 90 of Cedar Springs, died Tuesday, December 25, 2018 at Sanctuary of St. Mary’s, Walker. Mr. Fransen was born April 18, 1928 in Kent County, MI the son of Eric and Johanna (Weidenfeller) Fransen. He was an electrician at General Motors for 31 years. Surviving are his children, Eric (Jeanette) Fransen, Karl (Tracy) Fransen, Kathy (Dennis)...

Elizabeth G. Greenland

Elizabeth G. Greenland

Dec 24, 2018

Elizabeth G. Greenland age 78 of Rockford, died Monday, December 24, 2018 at Spectrum Health – Butterworth Campus. Betty was born July 16, 1940 in Winschoten, Netherlands the daughter of Aalderik and Jennie (Drenth) DeVries. She was a lighting designer working for Bridge St. Electric for over 20 years. She enjoyed traveling, cross stitching and meeting people. She was a...

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