Robert Shively
Jun 7, 2014
Robert A. Shively, 56 of Cedar Springs died unexpectedly Saturday, June 7, 2014 in Glen Arbor Township. Bob was preceded in death by his parents, Elvin and Jacqueline (Green) Shively; his sister, Linda LeMarbe; mother and father-in-law, Jerry and Christine Hulett; sister-in-law, Christine Gale Briggs. Bob was involved with his sons in many activities including, AYSO, band, Boy Scouts of...
Thomas H. Calkins
Jun 6, 2014
Thomas H. Calkins, 64 of Cedar Springs, died unexpectedly Friday, June 6, 2014 at his home surrounded by his family. Tom was born January 19, 1950 in Greenville, MI the son of Jack and Bessie (Horton) Calkins. He served in Vietnam in the U.S. Army in the 135th Infantry as an assault helicopter gunner. He was a truck driver all...
Justin R. Holloway
Jun 1, 2014
Justin R. Holloway 31 of Pierson, died Sunday, June 1, 2014 at Spectrum Health Butterworth Campus. Justin was born September 19, 1982 in Grand Rapids, MI. He enjoyed spending time up north at the cabin and time with his friends. Justin had a good sense of humor. He was an organ donor and was able to save numerous people through...
M. Maxine Korcal
Jun 1, 2014
M. Maxine Korcal 94 of Bad Axe, formerly of Cedar Springs, died Sunday, June 1, 2014 in Bad Axe. Maxine was born July 21, 1919 in Cedar Springs, MI the daughter of Clair and Myrtie (Peterson) Beach. She was a loving wife, mother and grandmother and adored her family. Surviving are her daughter, Pat (Bart) Hartson; son-in-law, Vernon Rounds; grandchildren,...
Donna J. Cloud
May 31, 2014
Donna J. Cloud, 70 of Cedar Springs, died Saturday, May 31, 2014 at her home. Donna was born May 19, 1944 in Grand Rapids, MI the daughter of Kenneth and Louise (Dykman) VanDyke. She was a loving wife, mother and grandmother. Surviving are her husband, George whom she married on Nov. 3, 1964; sons, Joseph Cloud and Jeffrey Cloud; grandchildren,...
George E. Michaels
May 28, 2014
George E. Michaels, 96 of Cedar Springs, died Wednesday, May 28, 2014 at his home. George was born July 22, 1917 in Paris, MI the son of Eugene and Maud (MacFarlane) Michaels. As a young man he worked in the oil fields in Big Rapids and then became a machinist in Grand Rapids. He also farmed throughout his life. He...
Jill Renee Redfield Brook
May 26, 2014
Jill Renee Redfield Brook, 47, passed away on Monday, May 26, 2014 after a courageous, 14 month long battle with Acute Myeloid Leukemia. She is now dancing in the arms of her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ….she has been made whole! Jill is survived by her son Nathaniel G. Overmyer, brother Mark (Tami) Redfield, nephews, Beau and Benny Redfield, niece,...
Dorothy A. Zank
May 25, 2014
Dorothy A. Zank 90 of Cedar Springs, MI went home to be with Jesus Sunday, May 25, 2014. She was born October 3, 1923 in Solon Township, MI the daughter of Henry and Edith (Clemens) Zank. Dorothy lived most of her life in Cedar Springs. After graduation from high school, she worked in the factory at Wolverine World Wide supporting...
Daniel A. Marvin
May 24, 2014
Daniel A. Marvin 57 went to be with his Lord and Savior on Saturday, May 24, 2014. Daniel was born April 18, 1957 in Kalamazoo, MI the son of Donald and Ruth (Piper) Marvin. Surviving are his sons, Ben (Maryellen) Marvin, Steve (Patty) Marvin; father, Don (Linda) Marvin; brothers, Dave (Jeannie) Marvin, Tim (Bonnie) Marvin, Tom Marvin, Jon Marvin, Jody...
Makoto Kamekawa
May 20, 2014
Makoto Kamekawa 81 of Sand Lake, passed away Tuesday, May 20, 2014 at his home. Makoto was born December 3, 1932 in Yokosuka, Japan the son of Yorozu and Toyo (Osada) Kamekawa. He graduated from Yokosuka Technical High School in Japan and had studied at Illinois Institute of Technology Graduate School. He was an original member of the design team...
Wayne E. Survant
May 19, 2014
Wayne Eugene Survant 85 of Cedar Springs, MI, formerly of Rocky Ford, CO and Whittemore, MI passed away on Monday, May 19, 2014. Wayne was born August 18, 1928 in Branson, CO the son of Eugene and Mabel (Stephenson) Survant. He was a lifelong cowboy and was still participating in cutting competitions into his 80’s. He was passionate about quarter...
Ruth N. Bowen
May 8, 2014
Ruth N. Bowen 80 of Cedar Springs, passed away on Thursday, May 8, 2014 at her daughter’s home. Ruth was born August 23, 1933 in Rixford, PA the daughter of Carl and Anna (Wagner) Holden. She enjoyed working in her yard and loved her grandchildren and great grandchildren. They were very special to her. Surviving are her children, Cynthia (Keith)...
Kenneth M. Briles
May 6, 2014
Kenneth M. Briles 60 of Howard City, died Tuesday, May 6, 2014 at his home. Ken was born December 2, 1953 in Grand Rapids, MI the son of Wayne and Sheldrick (Carter) Briles. He loved his country, served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War and was a member of the Dorr American Legion. Ken enjoyed camping and spending...
Charles F. Rainey Iii
May 5, 2014
Charles F. Rainey III age 28, died Monday, May 5, 2014. He was born February 5, 1986 in Grand Rapids, MI the son of Charles and Mary (Bradshaw) Rainey Jr. Surviving are his father, Charles (Linda Noirot) Rainey Jr.; sisters, Cristal Kooiker, Kristina Rainey, Jennifer Rainey and grandparents, Allen and Karol Whipple. He was preceded in death by his mother...
Roselyn D. Greene
May 2, 2014
Roselyn D. Greene 84 of Cedar Springs, died Friday, May 2, 2014 at Metron of Cedar Springs. Roselyn was born April 24, 1930 in Grand Rapids, MI the daughter of Fitch and Margaret (Cook) Burden. She was a homemaker and well loved mother and friend. Surviving are her children, Barbara (Harry) Terlaan, Ed Greene, Al (Linda) Greene; 6 grandchildren; 11...
Robert G. Stanton, Sr.
May 2, 2014
Robert G. Stanton, Sr. 85 passed away Friday evening, May 2, 2014 at Sanctuary of St. Mary’s. Robert was born January 5, 1929 in Wyoming, MI the son of Frank and Olga (Hallock) Stanton. He was a veteran of World War II serving in the U.S. Navy and had worked for Michigan Consolidated Gas Company for 30 years. He loved...
Ralph David Wolfe
Apr 29, 2014
Ralph David Wolfe, 92 passed away on Tuesday, April 29, 2014 at Sanctuary of St. Mary’s. Ralph was born July 5, 1921 in Nelson Township, the son of Ezra and Margaret (Otterbacher) Wolfe. He was a second generation farmer, faithful servant to his Lord and Savior, and dedicated husband and father. He retired 20 years ago and moved with his...
Linnie A. Sickmiller
Apr 21, 2014
Linnie A. Sickmiller, 91, formerly of Cedar Springs, went to be with her Lord on Monday, April 21, 2014 at Capital Area Health & Rehab in Lansing. Linnie was born May 11, 1922 in Mecosta County, MI the daughter of Manily and Flora (Johnson) Brown. She was a member of Pilgrim Bible Church and a dedicated Christian all of her...
Lyle "Rusty" Martin
Apr 19, 2014
Lyle R. “Rusty” Martin, 87 of Cedar Springs, died Saturday, April 19, 2014 at his home. He was born October 23, 1926 in Lansing, MI the son of Russell and Katie Martin. He was a veteran of World War II serving in the U.S. Navy. He had co-owned an auto supply store in Cedar Springs. Surviving are his wife, Doris;...
Ernol "Bud" Knapp
Apr 15, 2014
With Geraldine, his wife of 65 years, and sons Steve, Jerry and granddaughter Becky Morgan holding him, Ernol (Bud) Knapp died peacefully on Tuesday evening April 15 at 10:20. He was 10 days short of his 89th birthday. With a fresh ground cover of snow, the first Michigan resident ever inducted into the International Snowmobile Hall of Fame fired up...
