Virginia R. Reed
Apr 19, 2013
Virginia R. “Midge” Reed 82 of Cedar Springs, died Friday, April 19, 2013 at Metro Health Hospital. Mrs. Reed was born February 2, 1931 in Ensley Township, MI the daughter of Vern and Hazel (Rogers) White. Surviving are her children, Mike (Carolyn) Reed, Sharon (Jeff) Klooster, Steve (Heidi) Reed; grandchildren, Kathy (Ron) Davis, Shannon (Rob) Rowland, David (Kerri) Reed, Trey,...
Hichie Marlatt
Apr 17, 2013
Hichie Marlatt, 75 of Gowen, died Wednesday, April 17, 2013 at Spectrum Health Butterworth Campus. Hichie was born April 19, 1937 in Nagasaki, Japan. She was a very giving and loving person and a devoted Nicheren Buddhist. Surviving are her husband, Franklin; children, Charles (Liz) Benedik, Paula Benedik, Frank Benedik; grandchildren, Spring, Jade, Candice, Sierra, Austin, Jason, Matthew. A Buddhist...
Beatrice L. Hanson
Apr 12, 2013
Beatrice L. Hanson, 93 of Cedar Springs, died Friday, April 12, 2013 at Vista Springs, Grand Rapids. Mrs. Hanson was born September 27, 1919 in Cedar Springs, MI the daughter of Elvin and Bessie (Armstrong) McDonald. She graduated as valedictorian from Cedar Springs High School Class of 1937. She enjoyed gardening, canning, sewing, knitting, playing the drums, dancing and going...
Alicia Jean Keech
Apr 5, 2013
Alicia J. Keech, 45 of Pierson, died Friday, April 5, 2013 from injuries due to an auto accident. Alicia was born May 18, 1967 in Muskegon, MI the daughter of Ralph and Geraldine (Burns) Gibbs. She was a graduate of Reeths-Puffer High School and worked at Wesco in Cedar Springs. She collected bunnies and was a wonderful loving person. Surviving...
Alta Irene Maynard
Apr 3, 2013
Alta I. Maynard, 87 of Howard City, died Wednesday, April 3, 2013 at Mecosta County Medical Center, Big Rapids. Alta was born June 1, 1925 in Detroit, MI the daughter of Edward Lee and Dorothy (Clare)Maynard. Cremation has taken place and there will be no services. Arrangements by Bliss-Witters & Pike Funeral Home, Cedar Springs.
Farrand F. Raymond Jr.
Apr 3, 2013
Farrand F. Raymond Jr., 65 of Muskegon, died Wednesday, April 3, 2013 at Hackley Hospital, Muskegon. Farrand was born November 9, 1947 in Grand Rapids, MI the son of Farrand and Wanda (Ryan) Raymond. He worked in small engine repair and was always willing to help his family and others. He was a foster parent to many children. He was...
Jane Allen
Apr 1, 2013
Jane M. Allen, 90 of Cedar Springs, died Monday, April 1, 2013 at her home. Jane was born December 27, 1922 in Grand Rapids, MI the daughter of Leland and Grizelda (Morrison) Blanchard. She was a 1942 graduate of Cedar Springs High School, an avid Cedar Springs sports supporter and proud to be called a Red Hawk Granny. Surviving are...
Harry S. Mcewen
Mar 8, 2013
Harry S. McEwen, 68 of Cedar Springs, died Friday, March 8, 2013 at Spectrum Health – Butterworth Campus. Mr. McEwen was born October 20, 1944 in Hopkins, MI the son of Howard and Ruby (Slawson) McEwen. He worked for General Motors for 34 years retiring in 1999. He had a great sense of humor, was a good storyteller and enjoyed...
Ruth A. Fennessy
Feb 26, 2013
Ruth A. Fennessy 78 of Sand Lake, died Tuesday, February 26, 2013 Metro Health Hospital, Wyoming. Mrs. Fennessy was born September 7, 1934 in Pierson, MI the daughter of George and Ethel (Bryant) Howe. She enjoyed crocheting and puzzles. Surviving are children, David Fennessy (Tina), Daniel Fennessy (Jill), Sandra Miller (Dean), Donna Sabo (Ted); grandson, Eric Fennessy (Sally); 11 grandchildren;...
Maxine J. Alberta
Feb 17, 2013
Maxine June Alberta, 85 of Trufant, died Sunday, February 17, 2013. She was preceded in death by her husband Myron in 2012. Surviving are four children; Douglas, David, Daniel and Lauralee Buckelew; several grand and great grandchildren. The family will receive friends on Thursday at 11:00 a.m. until the time of service at 1:00 p.m. at the Bliss-Witters & Pike...
Nettie E. Morris
Feb 9, 2013
Nettie E. Morris, 92 of Sand Lake, died Saturday, February 9, 2013 at Spectrum Health – Butterworth Campus. Nettie was born May 3, 1920 in Grand Rapids, MI the daughter of Ward and Norma (Huntley) Hunsberger. She was a U.S. mail carrier for 15 years and the Solon Township Treasurer for 11 years. She was a member of the South...
Tony Rydz
Feb 8, 2013
Anthony “Tony” Rydz 68 of Pierson, died Friday, February 8, 2013 at his home. Tony was born February 27, 1944 in Detroit, MI the son of Anthony and Marion (Kroll) Rydz. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army serving during Vietnam. He enjoyed woodworking and hunting and loved his family. Surviving are his wife, Helga; children, Anthony “Tony” (Kelly)...
Melvin E. Antes
Feb 8, 2013
Melvin E. Antes, 71 of Newaygo died Friday, February 8, 2013 at his home. Melvin was born February 14, 1941 in Perrinton, MI the son of Melvin and Helen (Powers) Antes. He served in the U.S. Navy and had been a truck driver. Survivors include his wife, Betty. Cremation has taken place and there will be no services. Arrangements by...
Mark R. Patin
Feb 5, 2013
Mark R. Patin, 58 of Howard City died Tuesday, February 5, 2013 at his home. Mark was born October 5, 1954 in Grand Rapids, MI the son of Joseph and Ruth (Horter) Patin. He was an avid motorcycle rider and traveled to many states on bike trips. He had worked for Meijer for 12 years and the last 29 years...
Phyllis Elaine Fuller
Jan 28, 2013
Phyllis E. Fuller, 87 of Cedar Springs, died Tuesday, January 28, 2013 at her home. Phyllis was born April 7, 1925 in Royal Oak, MI the daughter of Harold and Marion (Hamilton) Reid. Surviving are a son and his wife, Bill (Beth) Fuller of Texas; niece, Kim Gillow and Mary Balon of Cedar Springs. She was preceded in death by...
Richard Earl Welsh
Jan 26, 2013
Richard Earl Welsh, 69 of Kent City, died Saturday, January 26, 2013 at Metron of Cedar Springs. Mr. Welsh was born March 23, 1943 in Grand Rapids, MI the son of Marion and Opal (Funk) Welsh. He enjoyed playing the haromica, had a huge sense of humor and was a very caring person. He was a member of the Sparta...
Ronald Alan Costello
Jan 19, 2013
Ronald Alan Costello, age 51 of Cedar Springs, passed away unexpectedly Saturday, January 19, 2013. Ron was born on January 23, 1961 in Wyandotte, MI the son of Frank and Phyllis (Koch) Costello. He was employed by Speedway as a HVACR technician. He loved to fish, hunt, golf, go camping and spend time with his family. Ron will always be...
Blanch Elaine Stoken
Jan 16, 2013
Blanch E. Stoken (Dickerson), 98 of Sand Lake, died peacefully in her sleep surrounded by her family on Wednesday, January 16, 2013. She was born November 11, 1914 in Lake City, MI the daughter of JC and Mabel (Stanton) Dickerson. She retired from Grand Rapids Metalcraft after 30 years. She enjoyed traveling, playing cards, reading, fishing and family time. Her...
Teresa Ann Maxson
Dec 31, 2012
Teresa Ann Maxson, 43 of Cedar Springs, died Monday, December 31, 2012 at her home. Teresa was born July 3, 1969 in Milford, DE the daughter of Michael and Betty (Cain) Darrah. She had worked at the Road Runner Variety Store. Surviving are her husband, Keith; children, Joseph Maxson, Keith Maxson, III, Caleb Maxson, Jamie Darrah, Christina Darrah; grandchildren, Joseph...
Joyce Marie (Krouth) Bailey
Dec 29, 2012
Joyce Marie Bailey went home to be with her Lord and family on Saturday, December 29, 2012. She was born in Perkins, MI, on August 13, 1924 to Alfred and Mabel Krouth. All of her life she very much loved her Lord and all of her family. She married Kenneth B. Bailey and they raised their children Kenneth (Bud) and...
