Sandra J. Scholten
Mar 30, 2017
Sandra J. “Sandi” Scholten 74 of Howard City heard the voice of her Lord and Savior as he welcomed her into His presence and said “Well done my good and faithful servant” on Thursday, March 30, 2017 at home surrounded by her family. Sandi was born October 13, 1942 in Grand Rapids, MI the daughter of Irving and Joan (Spoelstra)...
Robert W. Teis, Jr.
Mar 30, 2017
Robert W. Teis, Jr. 72 of Cedar Springs went to be with his Lord and Savior on Thursday, March 30, 2017. Bob was born December 11, 1944 in Canton, Ohio the son of Robert and Anna (Pergram) Teis, Sr. He was a member of First Baptist Church, Cedar Springs where he was very active. He was instrumental in starting two...
Rosemary Hatfield
Mar 29, 2017
Rosemary Hatfield, 65 of Sand Lake, died Wednesday, March 29, 2017 at Spectrum Health – Butterworth Campus. Rosemary was born April 14, 1951 in Grand Rapids, MI the daughter of Kenneth and Virginia (Smith) Johnson. She enjoyed shopping at Dollar Stores and Goodwill and was very proud of her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. Surviving are her daughters, Kimberly (Mark)...
Michael C. Mazzukelly
Mar 16, 2017
Michael C. Mazzukelly, 81 of Cedar Springs, passed away Thursday, March 16, 2017 at Spectrum Health – Butterworth Hospital. Mr. Mazzukelly was born May 12, 1935 in Chicago the son of Carl and Mary (Carlidetti) Mazzukelly. He was a brake specialist for the railroad. He was preceded in death by his wife Frances and daughter Ruth Hall. Cremation has taken...
Gertrude J. Gust
Mar 15, 2017
Gertrude J. Gust, 99 of Cedar Springs, went to be with her Lord on Wednesday, March 15, 2017 at Metron of Cedar Springs. Gertrude was born November 27, 1917 in Grand Rapids, MI the daughter of Peter and Hattie (Huber) Koster. Her father died at a young age and her mother raised the children. She loved baseball and had played...
Della L. Shirley
Mar 15, 2017
Della L. Shirley, 84 of Sand Lake, died Wednesday, March 15, 2017 at Spectrum Health – Butterworth Hospital. Mrs. Shirley was born January 27, 1933 in Green Township, MI the daughter of Nelson and Catherine (Palmer) Swiger. She had worked at General Motors Alpine Avenue Plant for over 30 years and was a member of the Rockford Sportsman’s Club and...
Douglas M. Gordon
Mar 14, 2017
Douglas M. Gordon, 67 of Cedar Springs, died Tuesday, March 14, 2017 at his home. Doug was born December 28, 1949 in Grand Rapids, MI the son of E. Raymond and Janet (Gunnell) Gordon. He graduated from Cedar Springs High School in 1968 and Michigan Tech University with a bachelor degree in Forestry. He was an outdoorsman and enjoyed hunting,...
Bernice F. Armstrong
Mar 10, 2017
Bernice F. Armstrong, 86 of Sand Lake, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Friday, March 10, 2017. Mrs. Armstrong was born January 10, 1931 in Winfield Township, MI the daughter of Karl and Jesse (Smith) Schnicke. She had worked for Wolverine World Wide for 35 years, enjoyed crocheting and was known for her cinnamon rolls. She was...
George W. Cain
Mar 5, 2017
George W. Cain, 74 of Grand Rapids, died Sunday, March 5, 2017 at his home. George was born December 26, 1942 in Lansing, MI the son of Arthur and Esther (Starks) Cain. He was a veteran of the U.S. Marines serving in Vietnam and retired from General Motors 36th St. plant in 2000. He was a member of the Wolverine...
Anna Belle (Annable) Pellow
Mar 4, 2017
Anna Belle (Annable) Pellow, 95 of Sand Lake, died Saturday, March 4, 2017 at her home. She was born July 18, 1921 in Cedar Springs, MI the daughter of Cyril and Lovisa (Spaulding) Remington. She worked at Lear Siegler for 33 years retiring in 1986. Surviving are her children, Gloria Rayman, Larry (Beth) Annable; daughter-in-law, Joy Annable; 9 grandchildren; 16...
Steven Wayne Anderson
Mar 2, 2017
Steven W. Anderson, 49 of Cedar Springs, died Thursday, March 2, 2017. Steven was born October 18, 1967 in Grand Rapids, MI the son of Everett and Effie (Berands) Anderson. Cremation has taken place and there will be no services. Arrangements by Bliss-Witters & Pike Funeral Home, Cedar Springs.
David M. Storey
Mar 1, 2017
David M. Storey 78 of Cedar Springs, died Wednesday, March 1, 2017 at his home. David was born December 2, 1938 in Princeton, MO the son of Marvin and Martha (Laughlin) Storey. He was an electrician and a member of the IBEW. Surviving are his companion, Gloria Ferris; children, brothers, Daniel (Gail) Storey, Dean (Linda) Storey; sister, Donna. He was...
Geraldine M. Teesdale
Feb 28, 2017
Geraldine M. Teesdale age 80 passed away Tuesday, February 28, 2017 at home. Mrs. Teesdale was born September 22, 1936 in Cedar Springs, MI the daughter of Gordon and Lillian (Croff) Bassett. Her family was very important to her and she had a great love for her children and grandchildren. Surviving are her husband, Roger whom she married on May...
Loretta M. Gillette
Feb 26, 2017
Loretta M. Gillette 95 of Cedar Springs, died Sunday, February 26, 2017 at Spectrum Health – Butterworth Campus. Mrs. Gillette was born September 5, 1921 in Grand Rapids, MI the daughter of Arthur and Almyrta (Sargent) Fellows. She graduated from South High School and Davenport College. She enjoyed being a mother and homemaker. Surviving are her husband, Arthur, whom she...
Elizabeth "Betty" Kemp
Feb 21, 2017
Elizabeth R. “Betty” Kemp, 86 of Cedar Springs, formerly of Kent City passed away on Tuesday, February 21, 2017 at Wellspring Lutheran Services, Fairview. Betty was born August 19, 1930 in West Branch, MI the eldest of four children born to Harry and Enid (Merritt) Kenyon. Betty married Arthur “Dick” Kemp on October 21, 1950 who survives. Their marriage was...
Lois K. Blanding
Feb 18, 2017
Lois Kathleen Blanding, age 97 of Cedar Springs, passed away on Saturday, February 18, 2017 at Bishop Hills Elder Care Community, Rockford. Mrs. Blanding was born September 3, 1919 in Columbia City, IN the daughter of Neil and Blanche (Briggs) Estlick. She attended the International College of Business in Ft. Wayne, IN. She unselfishly donated much of her time for...
William C. Louck
Feb 16, 2017
William C. Louck, 86 of Cedar Springs, passed away Thursday, February 16, 2017 at his home. Mr. Louck was born November 18, 1930 the son of Chester and Helen (Starr) Louck. He was a veteran of the Korean War serving in the U.S. Army. He was a member of Co. C 32nd Tank Battalion, 3rd Platoon. He had lived in...
Linda C. Dejong
Feb 6, 2017
Linda C. DeJong age 78 of Grand Rapids, died Monday, February 6, 2017 at Faith Hospice – Trillium Woods. Linda was born April 20, 1938 in Cleveland, OH the daughter of Kenneth and Elizabeth (Basler) Clark. She graduated from Michigan State University with a bachelor degree and was an avid Michigan State fan. She was a founding member of the...
Carol A. Phelps
Feb 5, 2017
Carol A. Phelps age 80 of Cedar Springs, passed away Sunday, February 5, 2017 at her home. Carol was born June 30, 1936 in Paw Paw Township, MI the daughter of Bernard and Maude (Sirrine) Schidt. She served as Nelson Township Clerk for many years. She loved the Lord and serving in church, most recently, North Kent Community Church. Surviving...
William "Bill" Weeks
Jan 26, 2017
William “Bill Weeks, 75 of Bailey went to be with his Lord and Savior on Thursday, January 26, 2017 at his home surrounded by his family. Bill was born October 29, 1941 the son of Clarence and Ruth (Winter) Weeks. He touched more lives than we’ll ever count. He went by Uncle Bill, Cowboy Bill, Bill, Dad, PA, and Gramps....
