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Obituaries and Tributes for families in Cedar Springs, MI and the surrounding areas

Rick L. Spaulding

Rick L. Spaulding

Jul 7, 2024

After a hard fought battle with health complications over the past 3 years, Rick Spaulding has passed away on July 7, 2024 at the age of 67. Rick was the second child of four and was raised in the Morley Stanwood area. He made his home in and around Grand Rapids following high school and worked a variety of jobs...

Patricia J. Totten

Patricia J. Totten

Jun 25, 2024

With deep sadness, we announce the peaceful passing of our beloved and cherished Mother, Grandmother, Great-Grandmother, Great-Great Grandmother, Aunt, Friend, and Family Matriarch Patricia Joan Totten age 91, on the afternoon of June 25, 2024. Patricia lived life with a heart full of kindness, compassion, and generosity for her family and friends.

Patricia was born in Grand...

Mazel Houghton

Mazel Houghton

Jun 25, 2024

Mazel E. Houghton age 88 went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, June 25, 2024. She is survived by her three living children, Denise Houghton, Annette Fifield and Jereme Houghton. She will be laid to rest by her husband, Lloyd Houghton at Fort Custer National Cemetery in Augusta, MI. Arrangements by K.E. Pike Funeral Home, Cedar Springs, MI.

Ricki L. Steiner

Ricki L. Steiner

Jun 25, 2024

Rickie Louise (Silvernail) Steiner age 62 of Sand Lake died Tuesday, June 25, 2024 at her home. She was born October 3, 1961 in Greenville, MI the daughter of Richard Silvernail and Sandra (Lawton) Mongar. Rickie was a good person, she meant well in everything she did. Sometimes she got mixed up and forgetful of what she should be doing...

Edith M. Tindall

Edith M. Tindall

Jun 24, 2024

Edith Menezes Tindall age 98 of Cedar Springs, MI went to be with her heavenly Savior on Monday, June 24, 2024. She was born February 28, 1926 in Azores, Portugal. Edith will be lovingly remembered and missed by her daughter, Doris Tindall; nephews; nieces; sister-in-law from California; extended family and friends. She spent the last years of her life living...

Maxine L. Carlson

Maxine L. Carlson

Jun 23, 2024

Maxine L. Carlson, 86, of Grand Rapids, passed on Sunday, June 23, gratefully trusting God’s saving grace. With her beloved pastor-husband, Fred, she served six Michigan churches: North Park Baptist, Grand Rapids, MI; First Baptist, Allegan; Bethel Baptist, Kalamazoo; First Baptist, Newberry; and First Baptist, Cedar Springs. From 1980-86 she was Circulation Supervisor for Cornerstone University’s Miller Library, and the...

Thomas A. Caldwell

Thomas A. Caldwell

Jun 20, 2024

Thomas Allen Caldwell age 89 of Grandville passed on Thursday, June 20, 2024. He was born January 10, 1935 in Manton, MI the son of Lawrence and Florence (Clawson) Caldwell. Tom attended Godwin Heights High School and Grand Rapids Junior College where he played basketball and football. He was a proud United States Marine and spent time in Okinawa, Japan...

Kevin L. Gannon

Kevin L. Gannon

Jun 19, 2024

Kevin L. Gannon age 67 of Greenville, died Wednesday, June 19, 2024 at his home. He was born March 13, 1957 in Grand Rapids, MI the son of Marvin and Ruth (Kellogg) Gannon. He served his country in the U.S. Army from 1975 – 78. Kevin recently retired from Automation Ideas in Rockford where he was a machinist and an...

Patricia A. Capek

Patricia A. Capek

Jun 19, 2024

Patricia A. Capek age 86 of Cedar Springs, died Wednesday, June 19, 2024 at her home. She was born May 31, 1938 in Davenport, IA the daughter of Joseph and Lillian (Pruden) Schroeder Sr. She spent her early childhood in Elgin, IL and later Muskegon, MI. She graduated from Muskegon Catholic Central in 1956. Pat married Richard “Dick” Capek at...

Cindy L. Qualmann

Cindy L. Qualmann

Jun 19, 2024

Cindy Lou Qualmann age 66 of Cedar Springs died Wednesday, June 19, 2024 at her home surrounded by her kids and grandkids. She was born March 4, 1958 in Grant, MI the daughter of Ronald and Karen (Landheer) Atwood. Cindy was a stay at home mom until her kids were teenagers. She then enjoyed being a Real Estate Agent many...

James F. Rogers

James F. Rogers

Jun 16, 2024

James F. Rogers age 66 of Belmont, died Sunday, June 16, 2024 at his home. He was born June 21, 1957 in Grand Rapids, MI the son of Howard and Viola (Pitsch) Rogers. He graduated from Rockford High School and was a delivery driver for Pepsico for 26 years. He was an excellent athlete enjoying golf, bowling and softball. He...

Donald P. Koster

Donald P. Koster

Jun 16, 2024

Donald Peter Koster, age 91, of Cedar Springs, MI passed away peacefully on Father’s Day, June 16, 2024. Don was a devoted husband, father and grandfather who loved family above all else. Don was a graduate of Cedar Springs High School, class of 1950. He was an U.S. Army veteran and bravely served our country in the Korean War. Upon...

Daniel P. Christensen Jr.

Daniel P. Christensen Jr.

Jun 13, 2024

Daniel P. Christensen Jr. age 39 of Sand Lake, died Thursday, June 13, 2024. He was born May 31, 1985 in Grand Rapids, MI the son of Daniel and Brenda (McKee) Christensen. He enjoyed fishing, motorcycles and cars. Surviving are his children, Kaleb, Jacob and Braylon; parents, Daniel and Brenda Christensen; sister, Paula Christensen; grandparents, Larry Christensen, Reta McKee; nieces...

Betty J. Vanderzee

Betty J. Vanderzee

Jun 7, 2024

Betty Jean VanderZee age 78 of Cedar Springs died Friday, June 7, 2024 at University of Michigan West Hospital. She was born April 13, 1946 in St. Johns, MI the daughter of Charles and Lyla (Mitchell) Hammond. Betty enjoyed family vacations to Mackinaw City, St. Ignace and Cedar Point, mushroom hunting, bike riding, and especially horses. Surviving is her loving...

Jason L. Crystal

Jason L. Crystal

Jun 7, 2024

Jason Lee Crystal age 48 of Pierson died Friday, June 7, 2024 at his home. He was born October 30, 1975 in Manistee, MI the son of Rick and Cynthia (Gerke) Crystal. Jason was very proud of being a father and husband. He enjoyed being a diesel mechanic but he could fix anything. Jason loved having Axle by his side...

Marilyn J. Butler

Marilyn J. Butler

May 30, 2024

Marilyn J. Butler age 91 of Trufant died Thursday, May 30, 2024 at her home. She was born February 18, 1933 in Grand Rapids, MI the daughter of Francis and Mary (Powell) Lee. She was a hard worker all of her life, she retired from Jorgensen’s West Market in Greenville at age 62 and then worked on the farm until...

Frederick "Rick" Wert Iv

Frederick "Rick" Wert Iv

May 25, 2024

Frederick “Rick” Wert IV age 70 of Cedar Springs died Saturday, May 25, 2024 at his home. He was born June 16, 1953 in Grand Rapids, MI the son of Frederick and Norma (Gessey) Wert III. He enjoyed hunting and fishing and used duct tape for everything. Surviving are his children, Scott Bedell, Jason Hoover, Christina (Dean) Wendling; grandchildren, Cyle,...

Robert White

Robert White

May 25, 2024

Robert White age 88 of Belmont died Saturday, May 25, 2024 at his home surrounded by his family. He was born July 20, 1935 in Pierson, MI the son of Vern and Hazel (Rogers) White. He was very proud to have served his country in the U.S. Navy for 22 ½ years. He enjoyed working on his yard and doing...

Larry D. Wood

Larry D. Wood

May 24, 2024

Larry Dean Wood was born on January 28, 1946, to Charlie and Reah (Albrecht) in Kent City, MI. He passed away quietly on May 24, 2024, at the age of 78, with his wife of 51 years, Marie, at his side. He grew up in Cedar Springs with his brothers. After graduating Lakeview High School in 1964, he enlisted in...

Norma J. Porter

Norma J. Porter

May 20, 2024

Norma J. Porter age 87 of Cedar Springs, died Monday, May 20, 2024 at Mission Point of Cedar Springs. She was born March 1, 1937 in Casnovia, MI the daughter of Cecil and Pearl (Spicer) Teesdale. Surviving are her children, Terry (Lori) Porter, Mark Porter, Vicki Porter, Bonnie Magoon, Dawn Cross & Gary Zank, Norma (Steve) McCullen, Matt (Shelley) Porter,...

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