Jerry P. Dejong
Nov 14, 2012
Jerry P. DeJong age 97 of Ensley Center, Sand Lake, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Wednesday, November 14, 2012 at Northview Manor. Mr. DeJong was born March 3, 1915 in Douglas County, SD the son of Jerry and Dennie (Wieten) DeJong. He was a farmer and had also worked at Osterink Construction. He was a member...
Irene Rymal
Nov 13, 2012
Irene Rymal, 96, of Cedar Springs (formerly of Adrian), passed away Tuesday, November 13, 2012, at Metron of Cedar Springs. Irene was born June 28, 1916 in Detroit, Michigan, the daughter of Stanley and Stella (Zuchowicz) Racki. Irene married her husband, Kenneth, in 1939, and they lived in Detroit before moving to Adrian to help in the family restaurant business....
Donald L. Mcintyre
Nov 9, 2012
Donald L. McIntyre, 86 of Cedar Springs, died Friday, November 9, 2012 at Fulton Manor. Mr. McIntyre was born September 23, 1926 in Cedar Springs, MI the son of Raymond and Gladys (Rowlin) McIntyre. He graduated from Cedar Springs High School and served his country in the U.S. Navy during World War II. He worked for Kroger for 38 years,...
Bette Dabney
Nov 8, 2012
Bette Dabney, 85 of Pierson, died Thursday, November 8, 2012 at Spectrum Health Butterworth Campus surrounded by her family. She was born June 16, 1927 in Aurora, IL the daughter of Valentine and Mildred (Testin) Hiemenz. Bette was an avid reader, enjoyed traveling, feeding the birds and squirrels, and playing Words With Friends. She was very involved in the schools...
Roger "Rock" Dale Colvin, Jr.
Nov 5, 2012
Roger Dale Colvin, Jr. 41 of Cedar Springs, died Monday, November 5, 2012. Roger was born December 24, 1970 in Grand Rapids, MI the son of Roger and Patricia (Stewart) Colvin, Sr. He was employed by Dykstra Excavating and enjoyed hunting, fishing, snowmobiling and his tattoos. Surviving are his daughter, Kaylyn Colvin; grandson, Jaxson Nelson; parents, Roger and Patricia Colvin,...
Joe J. Walker
Oct 29, 2012
Joe J. Walker, 78 of Rockford, died Monday, October 29, 2012 at Metron of Cedar Springs. Mr. Walker was born March 14, 1934 in Winfield, TN the son of Homer and Elsie (Bray) Walker. He worked for the CSX Railroad for 40 years retiring in 1998. He was a member of the Masons, he enjoyed hunting, fishing, snowmobiling, camping and...
Judy L. Robinson
Oct 29, 2012
Judy L. Robinson, 65 of Cedar Springs and Kent City died Monday, October 29, 2012 at Sanctuary at St. Mary’s. Judy was born March 13, 1947 in Sand Lake, MI the daughter of Willis and Inez (Vangilder) Towns. She was an Elvis Presley and WWE Wrestling fan. She loved her grandchildren and great grandchildren, enjoyed crafts and was very social....
Stanley L. Peplinski
Oct 24, 2012
Stanley L. Peplinski, 52 of Grand Rapids, died Wednesday, October 24, 2012 at his home. He has worked at NRC as a computer programmer and could fix anything. Surviving are his twin daughters, Brianne and Brooke; two half brothers and a half sister; brother and sisters-in-law, Gary (Patricia) Watson, Karen (Wesley) Meeuwsen, Corinne Miller, Patricia (Charles Jerzycke) Watson, Monica (Ken)...
Doris Elda Grannis
Oct 13, 2012
Doris Elda Grannis, 92 of Cedar Springs, passed away peacefully at her home on Saturday, October 13, 2012. Mrs. Grannis was born July 17, 1920 in Tustin, MI the daughter of John and Ella (Stanke) Ruppert. She was a sweet and loving person who gave much of her life to serving others. She was a member of the Cedar Springs...
Emigene M. Hudgens
Oct 13, 2012
Emigene M. Hudgens, 91 of Rockford, died Saturday, October 13, 2012 at Metron of Belding. Mrs. Hudgens was born May 20, 1921 in Saranac, MI the daughter of James and Della (Schriener) Hamblin. Surviving are her sister, Irene Hall Wulff and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Elmer in 1991. The family will greet...
Lynn Ann Sowerwine
Oct 8, 2012
Mrs. Lynn Ann Sowerwine, age 52, passed away on Monday, October 8, 2012, at Spectrum Health-Butterworth Hospital in Grand Rapids. She was a devoted wife and mother who saw only the good in all people and would not hesitate to help and love anyone who crossed her path. She was always the first to give and always the last to...
Jerry A. Berry
Sep 15, 2012
Jerry A. Berry, 73 of Pierson, died Saturday, September 15, 2012 at Metron of Belding. Jerry was born November 12, 1938 in Grand Rapids, MI. He enjoyed fishing in his pond, charter fishing, and shooting competitions. Surviving are his wife of 52 years, Judy; children, Kim Zuidewind of West Palm, FL, Keith & Tammy Berry of Coopersville; grandchildren, Rick Zuidewind,...
Reva B. Fransen
Sep 8, 2012
Reva B. Fransen, 75 of Cedar Springs, died Saturday, September 8, 2012 at Spectrum Health – Butterworth Campus. Mrs. Fransen was born April 28, 1937 in Manistee, MI the daughter of Harold and Esther (Garber) Caukin. She was a former resident of Kimball Lake, Newaygo and was a member of St. Bartholomew Catholic Church, Newaygo. Surviving are her husband, Clyde...
Earl A. Siterlet Jr.
Sep 5, 2012
Earl Anthony Siterlet, Jr. age 79, of Howard City, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family who loved him so on Wednesday, September 5, 2012. Born March 12, 1933 to Earl Sr. and Lucille (Schlaff) in Detroit, Michigan, his family moved to Livonia in 1941 and he graduated from Bentley High School in 1951. There he met the love of...
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)...
