Josephine M. Rankin
Aug 27, 2012
Josephine Mildred Rankin (Bashaw), born February 10, 1925 in Flint, Michigan, died Monday, August 27, 2012 at Clark Retirement Community in Grand Rapids. She was preceded in death by her husband of many years, Robert in 2011; parents, Henry and Isabel (Swedorski) Bashaw and her brother, Gordon. She leaves behind four sons: Mike (Linda), Jim (Dori), Joe (Meg), and Tom....
Wyatt N. Phillips
Aug 23, 2012
Wyatt Nathaniel Phillips 16 of Cedar Springs, died Thursday, August 23, 2012 due to an auto accident. Wyatt was born September 19, 1995 in Grand Rapids, MI the son of Scott and Danielle (Kruse) Phillips. He was going to be starting his Junior year at Cedar Springs High School this fall. Wyatt was a funny, quirky, talented, athletic young man....
Michael S. Van Loo
Aug 15, 2012
Michael S. Van Loo, 45 of Cedar Springs, died Wednesday, August 15, 2012 at The Lacks Cancer Center at St. Mary’s. Michael was born March 31, 1967 in Syracuse, NY. He was a loving husband and father and always there for others and willing to help anyone who asked. Surviving are his wife of 21 years, Amy (Toth); daughters, Tegan...
Moses Ray Owen
Aug 10, 2012
Moses Ray Owen, 77, of Cedar Springs, went home to be with his Lord and Savior, with his wife Joyce by his side, on Friday, August 10, 2012. Ray was born November 6, 1934 in Pinckneyville, IL, the son of Thomas and Blanche (Vancel) Owen. He served in the U.S. Army from 1958-60. He was a sprinkler fitter for Local...
Austin William Darling
Aug 8, 2012
Austin William Darling went to be with Jesus at birth on Wednesday, August 8, 2012. Austin is survived by his parents, Brian and Kelly (Mervenne) Darling; sisters, Mackenna and Ashtyn; brother, Blayke; grandparents, Bill (Gina) Darling, Jan (Ray) Kleefisch, Robert (Joan) Mervenne; great grandparents, Helen Billy, James Powell. Private family graveside services will be held at Rosedale Memorial Park, Standale....
Henry Schillim
Aug 8, 2012
Henry Schillim, 78 of Sand Lake, died Wednesday, August 8, 2012 at Spectrum Health – Butterworth Campus. Henry was born October 24, 1933 in Reed City, MI the son of Fred and Lena Schillim. He owned and operated Schillim’s Service in Ensley Center for many years. He was a loving husband, father and grandfather. Surviving are his children, Holly (Michael)...
Lesa Mae Anderson
Aug 6, 2012
Lesa Mae Anderson, 47 of Sand Lake, died Monday, August 06, 2012 at her home. Lesa was born February 20, 1965 in Grand Rapids, MI the daughter of Ronald and Ila (Bliss) Fisk. Lesa was a loving wife and mother and enjoyed people. She is survived by her husband, Ricky whom she married on January 17, 1987; children, Ila Jean...
Virginia M. Cherry
Aug 4, 2012
Virginia M. Cherry, 83 of Cedar Springs, died Saturday, August 4, 2012 at Northview Manor. Mrs. Cherry was born September 19, 1928 in Grand Rapids, MI the daughter of Andrew and Dora (Fleet) Voss. She retired from Meijers. She enjoyed traveling with her husband before he passed away and spending time in Hilton Head. She liked baking and cooking and...
James H. Porter
Jul 18, 2012
James Henry Porter, 60 of Cedar Springs, died Wednesday, July 18, 2012 at his home. Jim was born March 27, 1952 in Muskegon, MI the son of Henry and Winifred Jean (Brown) Porter. He was employed at Dematic for 20 years. He was an outdoorsman who loved hunting and fishing and spending time with his family. Surviving are his wife,...
Louise Gaw
Jul 17, 2012
Louise Gaw, 76 of Pierson, died Tuesday, July 17, 2012 at her home. Louise was born December 21, 1935 in Saursville, KY the daughter of Oliver and Hailey Allen. Surviving are her husband, Willis; children, Mike (Sue) Dilling, Matt (Sue) Dilling, Donna Dilling & Bruce McNees, Jon Dilling, Jeff (Julie) Dilling, Kimberly Dilling & Gene Parker; 9 grandchildren; 3 great...
Deborah Ann Korcal
Jul 12, 2012
Deborah Ann Korcal, 60 of Grand Rapids, died Thursday, July 12, 2012 at her home. Deb was born December 4, 1951 in Greenville, MI the daughter of Edwin and Kathleen (Ryther) Barkhuff. She had worked at Williams Form Engineering for 14 years and the Kent County Circuit Court PPO Office for 6 years and the Adoption Department for 4 years....
Herbert T. Welch
Jul 9, 2012
Herbert T. Welch 81 of Cedar Springs, died Monday, July 9, 2012 at Porter Hills Retirement Village. Mr. Welch was born July 27, 1930 in Florence, SC the son of Reuben and Clara (Gardner) Welch. He graduated from McClenaghan High School in 1947 and Furman University in Greenville, SC in 1951. He then entered the USAF in 1951 and went...
James "Sparky" E. Burke
Jun 27, 2012
James Eugene “Sparky” Burke, 94 of Grand Rapids, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Wednesday, June 27, 2012 at the Grand Rapids Home For Veterans. He was a Ranger in the Army during WW II where he received numerous medals. He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Muriel Joyce (Moore); his children, Jacob Callen, Shirley...
Beverly J. Earnest
Jun 21, 2012
Beverly Jean Earnest, 63 of Rockford, died Thursday, June 21, 2012 at her home. Beverly was born October 15, 1948 in Lansing, MI the daughter of Christian and Dorothy (Carter) Bentley. She was a graduate of Big Rapids High School. Surviving are her children, William (Vanessa) Hess of Grand Rapids, Darrel Hess of Baldwin, Warren (Barbie) Drayton of Big Rapids,...
Shirley Ann Tindall
Jun 21, 2012
Shirley Ann Tindall, 87 of Gowen, died Thursday, June 21, 2012 at Spectrum Health United Memorial Campus, Greenville. Mrs. Tindall was born January 11, 1925 in Carson City, MI the daughter of Floyd and Rose (Jansen) Blanton. She retired from Grand Rapids Public Schools as a school bus driver for Lincoln School. Surviving are two sons, Randy (Lynn) Tindall of...
Frederick Steven Singer
Jun 14, 2012
Frederick S. Singer, 61 of Coral, died Thursday, June 14, 2012 at Spectrum Health – Butterworth Campus. Fred was born November 21, 1950 in Stockbridge, MI the son of Fred and Elaine (Young) Singer. He graduated from Stockbridge High School, attended Michigan State University and proudly served four years in the U.S. Marines during the Vietnam War. He retired from...
Harriet Marie Martin
Jun 10, 2012
Harriet Marie Martin, 90 of Howard City, died Sunday, June 10, 2012 at Metron of Cedar Springs. Marie was born August 20, 1921 in Covington, KY the daughter of William and Lillian (McCreary) Meacham. Marie was a very sweet and pleasant lady whose passion was her family and grandchildren. She enjoyed sewing, embroidery, reading and flower gardening. Surviving are her...
Donna V. Deewaard
Jun 10, 2012
Donna DeeWaard, 84 of Cedar Springs, passed away Sunday, June 10, 2012 at Metron of Cedar Springs. She was born July 9, 1927 in Canton, SD the daughter of William and Minnia (Nelson) Harmon. She was preceded in death by her parents, five brothers, one sister, and her beloved daughter, Candy Hoare. Donna was a light in every life she...
Arlene E. Boerema (Eckert)
Jun 6, 2012
Arlene E. Boerema (Eckert), 83, of Sand Lake went to be with her Lord and Savior on Wednesday, June 6, 2012, at Spectrum Health United Memorial Hospital, Greenville. Mrs. Boerema was born September 26, 1928, in Grandville, MI, the daughter of Arthur and Audrey (Palmer) Heydenburg. She was a longtime and active member of Pierson Bible Church and enjoyed bowling....
Orthello J. "Pat" Westgate
May 28, 2012
Orthello J. “Pat” Westgate, 88 of East Grand Rapids, died Monday, May 28, 2012 at Spectrum Health – Butterworth Campus. Mrs. Westgate was born April 5, 1924 in Cedar Springs, MI the daughter of the late Lyle and Dora (Baker) Lockwood. She was a 1942 graduate of Cedar Springs High School and had retired from Bell Telephone Company. She enjoyed...
