Obituaries

Sep 5, 2024

Alan “Al” Scott Cook of Howard City, MI left us Thursday, September 5, 2024 on his 77th birthday. He passed peacefully at home following congestive heart failure and a stroke. Born September 5, 1947, Al attended Wyoming Park High School and graduated from Western Michigan University. He proudly served in the U.S Air Force in the Philippines during the...

Sep 3, 2024

Joanne Elizabeth (Robey) Butler, age 94, was called home to heaven on Tuesday, September 3, 2024. Joanne graced this world on July 20, 1930 at Gerber Memorial Hospital and was the only child born to Leigh Lansing Robey (1892) and Olive Esther (Christenson) Robey (1904). She had fond memories of growing up in Newaygo, enjoying summers at the cottage...

Sep 2, 2024

Betty Lorraine (Martin) Heiss age 100 passed away peacefully on Monday, September 2, 2024 at Heritage Haus in Bellaire, Michigan. She was born October 16, 1923 in Grand Rapids, Michigan, the daughter of Orville and Erma (Applegate) Martin. As a child she loved working on the farm alongside her grandpa helping with many chores. As a teenager she could...

Aug 21, 2024

Pamela Ann (Anderson) Dumond, age 70 of Cedar Springs, MI was reunited with Jesus Wednesday, August 21, 2024 surrounded by her loved ones at her home on Pine Lake. Pam was born on June 9, 1954 in Grand Rapids, MI and was the daughter of Axel V. Anderson and Myrtle N. (Stephens) Anderson. Pam is survived by husband, Kenneth; daughters,...

Aug 21, 2024

Darwin F.  Armstrong age 82 of Cedar Springs died Wednesday, August 21, 2024 at home. He was born June 19, 1942 in Solon Township, MI the son of James and Vera (Middleton) Armstrong. He was a Kent County Deputy for 30 years. Darwin loved and trained horses and enjoyed trail riding and farming. Later he was a security guard...

Aug 20, 2024

Allen C. King age 81 of Cedar Springs, died Tuesday, August 20, 2024 at Corewell Health Butterworth Hospital. He was born March 26, 1943 in Sparta, MI the son of Malcolm and Caroline (Nelson) King. He worked for Cedar Springs Public Schools for many years and loved all the students he encountered. Allen enjoyed sports especially the Tigers, Lions...

Aug 19, 2024

Sharon Lynn (Ashley) Force, age 67 of Cedar Springs, MI lost her battle against multiple illnesses on Monday, August 19, 2024. Sharon was born to Robert D. and Phyllis (Noonan) Ashley on June 26, 1957 in Grand Rapids, MI. Sharon wed her best friend in life, Rodney, on August 15, 1975. Sharon is survived by her husband, Rodney; two sons,...

Aug 17, 2024

Basil Leroy Ringler, age 92, from Cedar Springs Michigan went to be with his Lord and Savior after a long and difficult illness. Basil, warrior, pro-union fighter, member of the Knights of Columbus, husband and father passed on 08/16/24. He died fighting for his life as he fought to free the country of South Korea. A three-time recipient of...

Aug 16, 2024

Hung M. Vu age 76 died Friday, August 16, 2024 at his home in Cedar Springs. He was born December 28, 1947 in Hanoi, Vietnam, the son of Dinh and Mui (Bui) Vu.

Hung had a passion for cooking and fishing. He cherished the time he spent with his family, especially his grandchildren.

He is...

Aug 7, 2024

Cheryl Ann Viau age 72 of Cedar Springs, died Wednesday, August 7, 2024 at her home. She was born December 11, 1951 in Sioux City, IA. She had worked for Klingman Furniture and enjoyed golfing, knitting and going to the casino. On October 10, 1993 she married David Viau and enjoyed spending time with her cherished husband and soul...

Aug 6, 2024

Eugene A. “Gene” Sawyer age 83 of Rockford went to be with his Lord and Savior on Tuesday, August 6, 2024 at American House, Kentwood. He was born November 7, 1940 in Grand Rapids, MI the son of Herbert and Florence (Newton) Sawyer. Gene had over 40 years in the Insurance industry and retired from Fremont Insurance as a...

Aug 3, 2024

Steven E. Hamblin, age 73, of Grand Rapids, died August 3, 2024 at Trinity Health Hospital. He was born August 23, 1950 in Grand Rapids, the son of Eugene and Mildred (McAnally) Hamblin. He worked for many years as a Licensed Master Automotive Technician before retiring due to health problems. Steven was known best as simply "Cowboy" to all of...

Aug 2, 2024

On this day, Edward “Kurt” Vander Poppen is looking into the eyes of his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. He has been welcomed into the King’s Heaven. Kurt spent over 30 years fixing Michigan roads as a crew foreman for Mored Construction, Slaughter & Sons, and Nashville Construction. He rebuilt bridges and installed guardrail across the state from St. Ignace,...

Aug 1, 2024

Gregory Max Paepke age 66 of Howard City, passed away on August 1, 2024 in Greenville, Michigan. He was born on June 11, 1958 to Max and Ilene Paepke in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Gregg was a well-traveled truck driver for over 40 years and enjoyed being outdoors for hunting, fishing, farming, and horseback riding. On May 17, 1980 he married...

Jul 28, 2024

John Joseph Covell age 92 of Belmont died Sunday, July 28, 2024 at Corewell Health Blodgett Hospital under hospice care. John was born on March 11, 1932 in Grand Rapids, MI the son of John and Marguerite (Worner) Covell. John was a teacher for the Grand Rapids Public Schools for many years. John was a life member of the National...

Jul 22, 2024

Penny Kay VanDenHout, cherished grandmother, dedicated teacher, and beloved friend, passed away peacefully on July 22, 2024, at the age of 78, surrounded by family. She leaves behind a legacy of love, learning, and adventure. Penny was preceded in death by her parents, brother David Graham, and son Levi VanDenHout. She was a devoted mother to Scott (Melanie) VanDenHout, Sean...

Jul 17, 2024

Jenni Lyn Miller age 38 of Rockford, died Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at her home. She was born January 27, 1986 in Grand Rapids, MI. She was a loving and caring person who would help anyone. She enjoyed painting and crocheting. She was a beautiful soul who loved her boys. Also, she was truly “a blonde”. Surviving are her sons,...

Jul 17, 2024

Joel Alvin Austin, born on November 9, 1941, in Cedar Springs, MI, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 17, 2024. Joel was a man of deep faith and a devoted follower of the Lord. He was a long-time member of Cedar Springs Baptist Church, where he found community and shared his faith with others. His love for the outdoors was...

Jul 16, 2024

On July 16, Mickie lost her battle with cancer. Her family is heartbroken, but relieved her pain has ended. She was reunited with her parents, Linda and Don. She will be greatly missed by her beloved husband Darick. She leaves behind her sisters Jamie (Frank) and Becky, as well as her step mother Connie. She was a devoted mother to...

Jul 13, 2024

Donald P. Wilber age 74 of Cedar Springs, died Saturday, July 13, 2024 at his home with his family by his side. He was born December 28, 1949 in Lakeview, Michigan the son of Donald and Monadean (Johnston) Wilber. He worked as an electrician at General Motors Fisher Body for 36 years. Don was always available and willing to help...