Obituaries
Patricia Ann Campbell
Oct 16, 2025
Patricia Ann Campbell, affectionately known as "Pat," was born on June 14, 1939, in Marked Tree, Arkansas, to Jesse H. and Dora S. (Rhodes) Hortman. She departed this life on October 16, 2025, at Big Rapids Fields Assisted Living and Memory Care Center, surrounded by her three beloved children, Judy, Tracey, and Steve, after a courageous two-year battle with Cerebral...
Ashleigh Elizabeth Clous
Oct 14, 2025
Ashleigh Elizabeth Clous, a remarkable soul and unicorn, whose presence touched the hearts of many, passed away on October 14, 2025, in Grand Rapids, MI. Born on December 24, 1983, in Grand Rapids, Ashleigh was a proud graduate of Grandville High School, where she was a standout cheerleader.
Ashleigh had a rare and beautiful gift for turning strangers into best friends...
Gail Sue Roth
Oct 11, 2025
Gail Sue (Scholten) Roth passed away peacefully, one day after her birthday on October 11, 2025, after a short bout with cancer.
Gail is survived by her husband Wolfgang Roth; grandchildren Jaron Henning, and Mackenzie VanderSloot; sister Linda (Dave) Gritter; her mother-in-law Karla (Bill) Fisher. Gail also leaves behind several nieces and nephews and many other family members and friends.
Gail was...
Charles William Dahlinger, Jr
Oct 6, 2025
Charles ‘Chuck’ Dahlinger Jr., of Kalamazoo, MI passed away peacefully on Monday, October 6. Chuck was born on September 6, 1936, in Pittsburgh, PA to Charles and Edna (Grote) Dahlinger along with his siblings, Russel (Edna, d. 2014) Dahlinger (d. 2016) and Diane (Rick) McGiffin.
Chuck is a proud alum of Alleghany High School and the University of Pittsburgh, where he...
Melissa Kennedy
Oct 5, 2025
Melissa Jo Kennedy-(Webber) age 57 of Kalamazoo passed away on Sunday, October 5, 2025 at Rose Arbor hospice facility surrounded by the loving care of her family.
She was born December 16, 1967 in Kalamazoo, MI she was one of 8 children born to James and Penelope Webber.
In 2005 she met her lifetime partner Dale Hamilton.
She was preceded in death by...
Martin "Marty" Paul Hoppes
Oct 4, 2025
Martin "Marty" Paul Hoppes, a gentle giant who touched the hearts of many, was born on January 24, 1981, in Lansing, MI. He embarked on his journey through life with love and warmth, always ready to lend a hand or provide comfort to those in need. Tragically, Marty passed away on October 4, 2025, at Sparrow Hospice House, after valiantly...
Tommy Louis Harris
Oct 4, 2025
Tommy Louis Harris, age 72, passed away on October 4th, 2025 at Select Specialty Hospital in East Grand Rapids, Michigan in his battle with diabetes.
Tommy was born on August 21st, 1953 in Birmingham, Alabama to parents Frank Harris and Claudette Harris. He attended Union High School in Grand Rapids and later worked at Blodgett Hospital in Environmental Services and the...
Thomas Robert Stockdale
Oct 2, 2025
Thomas Robert Stockdale, born on October 4, 1946, in Allegan, Michigan, passed away peacefully on October 2, 2025, just shy of his 79th birthday. A dedicated husband, loving father, and cherished grandfather, Thomas enriched the lives of all who had the privilege to know him.
A Vietnam Veteran, Thomas served honorably as a Military Policeman in the United States Army. His...
Margaret "Maggie" McGarey
Oct 1, 2025
Margaret McGarey, fondly known as Maggie, passed away peacefully in her home on October 1, 2025, in Plainwell, Michigan. Born on July 18, 1949, in Detroit Michigan, she was a beloved figure in the lives of many, leaving behind a legacy of love and dedication to her family.
Maggie was a successful business owner of M.A. McCall & Associates, where she...
Linda R. VanGeest
Sep 27, 2025
Linda (Carlen) VanGeest, 78, of Grand Rapids, MI passed away on September 27, 2025.
A graduate from Union High School, Linda worked as a Realtor or at Amway much of her adult life. She enjoyed reading and spending time with friends and family, particularly her many cousins with whom she was close. Linda was especially proud of returning to school later...
Maarten Busser
Sep 26, 2025
Maarten Jan Busser was born on March 1, 1948 in Nijmegen, Netherlands to Nicholas and Evelyn Busser.
A very proud veteran, Maarten served proudly as a U.S. Marine, from 1967 to 1969 in the third battalion, 3rd Marines division. Maarten was a mortar man and a rifle marksman. After the Marines, Marty served in the National Guard until 1980 at Fort...
Wendell Leathead
Sep 26, 2025
Wendell Leathead, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather, passed away peacefully at Faith Hospice Trillium Woods on September 26, 2025, at the age of 96. Wendell was a man of deep faith, unwavering dedication to his family, and a life marked by service, craftsmanship, and music. His legacy will live on in the hearts of all who knew...
Suzanne Livingston
Sep 22, 2025
Suzanne C. Livingston, age 94, of Grand Rapids joined her husband Albert Jack and her significant other, Vern Harrington on September 22, 2025. She attended Ada Bible Church. She grew up in Menominee, Michigan and later returned to Grand Rapids after marrying Jack. She worked in the sporting goods department at Meijer for 21 years. They retired to Croton in...
Sylvia Riemersma
Sep 19, 2025
Sylvia Ann Riemersma (Gardner), aged 85, peacefully passed away surrounded by her family on Friday, September 19, 2025.
Sylvia was born in Greenfield, TN and at the age of 10 moved to East Lansing and after graduation from high school moved to Grand Rapids. It was there she met who would be the love of her life and the father of...
Pamela Kay Niehof
Sep 17, 2025
Pamela Kay Niehof, age 72, of Grand Haven, Michigan, was welcomed by Jesus with open arms on Wednesday, September 17, 2025. She was preceded in death by her parents, Edward & Violet (Lach) Wessel.
Pam worked as a nurse in Grand Rapids for over twenty years. She enjoyed traveling, reading, watching movies, and listening to music. She adored her 3 cats...
Tonya Moody
Sep 16, 2025
Tonya M Moody of Eaton Rapids, Michigan, a loving mother, grandmother, sister and aunt went to be with the Lord September 16,2025 at the age of 65.
Born October 14, 1959 to Richard and Donna Moody in Lansing, Michigan. Tonya was a hard worker in her job as a nurse aide until she had retired. She loved her job and the...
Carolyn Kay Young
Sep 16, 2025
Carolyn K.Young, a dedicated and beloved member of her community, passed away on September 16, 2025, at the age of 72 in Owasso, Michigan, where she was born on April 24, 1953.
For many years, Carolyn served as a bus driver for the Chesaning schools, a role that showcased her commitment to the safety and well-being of countless children. Her exceptional...
Rodney Jack Hubbard Sr
Sep 15, 2025
Rodney Jack Hubbard Sr 77, born on August 16, 1948, in Lakeview, MI, passed away on September 15, 2025, at Butterworth Hospital due to health complications. He graduated from Tri County High School and served in the Army from 1968 to 1970. He was a dedicated Bee Keeper for over 50 years.
Rodney was married for 53 years to his beloved...
Young Shin
Sep 13, 2025
Young Za Shin, a wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on September 13, 2025, at the age of 80. Born on October 10, 1944, in Seoul, Korea, she demonstrated early on a profound dedication to her education, ultimately earning a Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry from Ewha Womans University before embarking on a life-changing journey to the United...
Delriccus Jamar Jackson
Sep 11, 2025
Delriccus Jamar Jackson was born on April 3rd, 1978 in Elkhart, Indiana. He was proceeded in death by his father Frederick Stewart of Las Vegas, Nevada (Muskegon,MI); his brother Christopher F. Jackson; his late maternal grandparents Robert, Dorothy Jackson of Elkhart, Indiana; his late paternal grandparent Lottie Stewart of Muskegon, MI. and William(Bill Cook) of Las Vegas, Nevada.
He is survived...
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