Obituaries

Apr 11, 2025

Apr 11, 2025

Donald Raymond Hathaway, born Feb. 29, 1956, passed away peacefully on April 11, 2025.

Donald was a man who embraced life with a passion for bourbon, a spirit for travel, and a gift for storytelling. He could captivate any listener with his tales and experiences. He is survived by his children, Dan and his wife...

Apr 11, 2025

Apr 10, 2025

Francis Kohler Murphy, Frank to his friends and family, passed away peacefully on April 10, 2025, at St. Ann’s Home in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Born on September 28, 1935, to Frank and Elizabeth (Kohler) Murphy, Frank's life was marked by dedication, a warm sense of humor, and a profound love for his family. His identity as a Catholic followed...

Apr 10, 2025

Anita Marshall, age 79, of Sparta, MI, passed away on April 10th, 2025.

Following Anita's wishes, cremation has taken place. Arrangements have been entrusted to Grand Rapids Cremation Services.

Apr 10, 2025

Joseph Plastow III, age 76, of Grand Rapids, MI, passed away on April 10th, 2025.

Per Joe's wishes, cremation has taken place. Arrangements have been entrusted to Grand Rapids Cremation Services.

Apr 10, 2025

Patrick Joseph Michael Creager, born March 5, 1950 return to His Father in Heaven on April 10, 2025 at the age of 75 years old.

Patrick was raised in St. Joseph Michigan, where he spent his summers sneaking onto the pier to fish with his brothers and running away from home when he received a...

Apr 9, 2025

Patricia Shoemaker, 83, of Grand Rapids, passed away on April 9th, 2025.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Grand Rapids Cremation Services.

Apr 9, 2025

Lori Raven Bachelder passed away peacefully on April 9, 2025, after a brief illness, surrounded by her children.

Lori was born on June 7, 1959, to Marilyn (Petersen) Raven and E. Dean Raven, formerly of Scottville, Michigan. Lori, the baby of the family, was known for her easy-going attitude and good humor. Lori attended West...

Apr 8, 2025

Audrey Langley of Zeeland, MI passed away on April 8th, 2025 in Holland, Michigan. She was the fifth child of seven and the last surviving child of Charles and Hazel Waldie. She was raised on the family farm and boat livery at 13384 68th Ave in Allendale, MI. She graduated from Coopersville High School in 1946. She and two...

Apr 7, 2025

Apr 6, 2025

Apr 6, 2025

“Death, a necessary end, will come when it will come.”- Julius Ceasar. One of my dads

favorite quotes. My father, Joseph Warren Frazier, A loving husband, father, grandfather and

even great-grandfather passed away last Sunday April 6th, 2025. He was born in a small town

of Franklin, PA on February 25, 1941 and...

Apr 6, 2025

Apr 5, 2025

Beverly Marie Beebe, 86, of Ceresco, Mich passed away peacefully on April 5, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on December 23, 1938, in Boyne City, Michigan, to Clyde and Marguerite Council. Beverly's early years were spent in the scenic surroundings of Boyne City before she and her family moved to Battle Creek, where she graduated...

Apr 4, 2025

Thomas Allen "Tom" Niswander, known affectionately by friends and family as Punk, passed away peacefully on April 4, 2025, at the age of 68, after a long battle with cancer. Born on July 7, 1956, in Battle Creek, Michigan, Tom was a lifelong resident of his hometown.

Tom was the son of the late Robert...

Apr 4, 2025

Gaylord Warren Jr. of Baldwin, MI, passed on April 4th, 2025.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Grand Rapids Cremation Services.

Apr 4, 2025

Apr 3, 2025

Kay Porter, 67, of Holland, passed away on April 3rd, 2025.

Following Kays wishes, cremation has taken place. Arrangements have been entrusted to Grand Rapids Cremation Services.

Apr 2, 2025

Mr. Timothy Allen Forrester of Pierson, Mi. age 73 passed away April 02, 2025 at SKLD Nursing Home.

Tim was A 1969 Graduate of Ottawa Hills High School in Grand Rapids. Tim was preceded in Death by his Parents, Jack and Barbara, Brothers Steve and Scott. Tim is survived by his Daughter Mandy (Dan) Chapin...