William F. Zoellmer Iii
Apr 24, 2025
William F. Zoellmer III (Bill) age 79 of Cedar Springs, died Thursday, April 24, 2025 at Corewell Health Butterworth Campus. He was born March 17, 1946 in Martin, Minnesota to William and Mildred (Malmanger) Zoellmer II. As an educator, Bill encouraged others to be their best selves, find their passions, and ask questions. He led by example, as he...
Amy L. (Smith) Reisbig
Apr 24, 2025
Amy L. (Smith) Reisbig age 68 of Ionia, died Thursday, April 24, 2025 at her home. She was born April 3, 1957 in Marne, MI the daughter of Harley and Sarah Mulder. Surviving are a sister, Sarah Reeves of Cedar Springs. A memorial service will be announced. Arrangements by K.E. Pike Funeral Home, Cedar Springs.
Robert E. Wolfe
Apr 23, 2025
Robert E Wolfe age 75 of Sand Lake, MI passed peacefully on Wednesday, April 23, 2025. He was born January 9, 1950 in Fort Dodge, Iowa the son of James and Margaret Mary (Dolan) Wolfe.
He is survived by his beloved wife of 43 years, Sally; children, James (Bethany) Wolfe, Shawn Wolfe, Ryen Marie (Dylan) Miles; grandchildren,...
Bob Totten
Apr 22, 2025
Ralph Robert “Bob” Totten age 90 of rural Howard City, MI passed away and entered the presence of the Lord on Tuesday, April 22, 2025. Bob was born May 19, 1934 in Cedar Springs, MI to Ralph and Clara (Plumb) Totten. He was the seventh of eight children and was raised on the family farm. He is survived by...
Marion E. Alexander
Apr 21, 2025
Marion E. Alexander age 91 passed away Monday, April 21, 2025 at Bishop Hills Assisted Living. She was born July 30, 1933 in Morley, MI the daughter of William and Martha (Graham) Andrews. She graduated from Howard City High School in 1951 and owned and operated the Howard City Bowling Alley with her husband, Carl from 1956 – 75....
Timothy G. Gould
Apr 11, 2025
Timothy Guy Gould age 74 of Sand Lake died Friday, April 11, 2025 at his home. Tim was born September 3, 1950 in Grand Rapids, the son of William and Anna (Yost) Gould, Sr. He was very proud of his military service in the United States Army from 1970 to 1973. He worked for many years at Erhardt Construction....
Denise D. Fletcher
Apr 9, 2025
Denise Fletcher age 70, died Wednesday, April 9, 2025 at her home in Sand Lake. She was born November 29, 1954 in Grand Rapids, the daughter of Lawrence and Marion (Klekotka) Kellogg. Denise was a longtime member of the Catholic Church. She had a passion for nature. She cared for many different birds, cats, dogs, horses, and other wildlife....
Donald W. Braun
Apr 9, 2025
Donald W. Braun age 91 of Cedar Springs, passed away Wednesday, April 9, 2025 at his home. He was born December 11, 1933 in Georgetown Twp, MI the son of Norman and Willaveen (Reynolds) Braun. He graduated from Howard City High School and served in the U.S. Army from 1956 – 58. He was a member of Maranatha Baptist...
Gerald E. Neal
Apr 7, 2025
Gerald E. Neal age 70 of North Muskegon died Monday, April 7, 2024. He was born September 4, 1954 in Topeka, KS the son of Bryce and Barbara (Carlson) Neal. He loved the outdoors and was an avid hunter and fisherman. He enjoyed gardening. Surviving are a daughter, Dawn (Tyson) Brenton; grandchildren, Brittany, Corbin (Abigail), Baylee, and Trey; mother,...
Patrick A. Nielsen
Mar 31, 2025
Patrick A. Nielsen age 62 of Naples, FL passed away Monday, March 31, 2025 in Florida. He was born August 23, 1962 in Greenville, MI the son of Alger and June (Krebs) Nielsen. Pat graduated from Cedar Springs High School and owned and operated Nielsen Service Center in Cedar Springs for 10 years. That led him into a 10...
Dora M. Forner
Mar 30, 2025
Dora Marie Forner age 66 of Cedar Springs died Sunday, March 30, 2025 at home with her family. She was born October 26, 1958 in Grand Rapids the daughter of Frank and Betty (Gegoske) Forner. Dora worked for many years at the K-Mart on Plainfield. She enjoyed going to her son’s sporting events and camping, especially at Wabasis Lake....
Ronald L. Johnson
Mar 28, 2025
Ronald Lee Johnson age 79 of Cedar Springs died Friday, March 28, 2025 at Trinity Health-St. Mary’s Hospital with his family. He was born June 15, 1945 in Grand Rapids the son of Leverette and Helen (Erllanson) Johnson. Ron owned and operated RJ’s Trucking for many years, but drove for anyone who needed his services. He enjoyed being in...
Joan E. Kuipers
Mar 24, 2025
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Joan Elizabeth Kuipers, age 67, of Grand Rapids, passed away on March 24, 2025, with Mark, her husband of 43 years, by her side. Joan was born on June 11, 1957, in St. Albans, Vermont to Gary and Margaret (Smith) Skidmore. She graduated from Battle Creek Central High School in 1975 and from Grand...
Brenda Jo Gregones
Mar 24, 2025
Brenda Jo Gregones age 79 of Cedar Springs, died Monday, March 24, 2025 at her home. She was born November 6, 1945 in Washington, IN the daughter of Silas and Hazel (LeMasters) Banta. She loved gospel music, especially the Booth Brothers and enjoyed going to concerts. She was very organized and meticulous. Surviving are her children, John (Brandy) Gregones,...
Ross L. Thomas
Mar 20, 2025
Ross L. Thomas age 74 of Howard City, died Thursday, March 20, 2025 at his home surrounded by his family. He was born December 24, 1950 in Grand Rapids, MI the son of Walter and Lessie (Mockerman) Thomas Sr. Ross dedicated his life to working hard. He had a strong work ethic and believed in always giving 100%, if...
Rick Fisher
Mar 19, 2025
Rick Fisher….age 79…born 9-15-1945 passed away peacefully Wednesday evening March 19, 2025 with family by his side.
Born the son of Gerald and Margarite Fisher in Grand Rapids Michigan…Rick has been rejoined in heaven with both of his parents…..siblings Sandy Berlinski & Jerry Fisher…son David Huizinga….grandson David Earl Huizinga III….as well as his beloved in-laws….mother/father-in-law Jay &...
Brian J. Botbyl
Mar 18, 2025
Brian John Botbyl age 71 of Twin Lake, died Tuesday, March 18, 2025 at his home. He was born June 10, 1953 in Muskegon, the son of Richard and Carolyn (Staples) Botbyl. Brian graduated from West Michigan Christian High School in 1972. He worked for Shaw Walker/Knoll in Muskegon for 37 years. He made and sold hand crafted furniture....
Kenneth R. Blow
Mar 16, 2025
Kenneth R. Blow age 84 of Sand Lake, died Sunday, March 16, 2025 at his home. He was born April 26, 1940 in Kalamazoo, MI the son of Bert and Thelma (Davis) Blow. Ken served his country in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. Surviving is his wife, Beverly (Sissell). Cremation will take place and their will be no...
Bert Boes
Mar 12, 2025
Egbert J. “Bert” Boes age 81, passed away Wednesday, March 12, 2025 in Coral. He was born April 23, 1943 in Allendale, MI the son of Egbert and Marie (Diepstra) Boes. Bert lived a life dedicated to the ministry of the gospel since 1973. He faithfully served at Radio Bible Class, Continental Baptist Missions, and Emmanuel Baptist Church where...
Margaret L. Jacobson
Mar 7, 2025
Margaret Louise Jacobson (nee’ Lundin), 98, passed away on March 7, 2025 at Stonebridge Assisted Living, Walker MI. She was born June 8, 1926 to parents Elvis and Rose Lundin, in Norway MI. She is survived by daughters, Karen of Howell, MI, and Christine of Rockford, MI; grandson David (Anna) of West Bloomfield, MI and two great-grandchildren, Leo and...
