Obituaries

Mar 20, 2025

It's with heavy hearts our family announces the passing of Walter (Walt) Wheeler. A beloved father Grandpa great-grandpa and Brother. Walt passed away on March 20th, 2025 at his home in peace surrounded with his family.

Walt was a dedicated man who spent his entire life in the concrete industry learning from his father.

Mar 20, 2025

Mar 19, 2025

Joyce Arlene Dupras, age 88, of Sparta, Michigan, died suddenly on March 19, 2025 at her home in the Meadowlark Retirement Community. She is survived by her three children Denise Dupras (Kileen Smyth), Jodi Fedeson (Brian), Kristen Linna (Kirk), nine grandchildren Derek Fedeson (Julia), Erin Kazmierski (Mark), Renee Fedeson, Amy Howell (Joshua), Courtney Glaser (Ryan), Zach Linna (Val Bayer),...

Mar 19, 2025

Dolores Lynn "Tonie" Littlefield, a cherished soul known for her vibrant spirit and love for her family, passed away peacefully on March 19, 2025, in Kalamazoo, Michigan, at the age of 73. Born on February 5, 1952, in Ludington, Michigan, Tonie grew up surrounded by the love and laughter of her family, a foundation that would define her entire...

Mar 19, 2025

Stanley Kenneth Ojala, 81, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on Wednesday, March 19, 2025 in Grand Rapids, Michigan. He was born on July 18, 1943, in Brimley, Michigan, and lived a life centered around family, friends, church, games and plenty of laughter.

He met his wife Sharon in kindergarten, and after high school, they...

Mar 17, 2025

Mar 16, 2025

Mar 15, 2025

Kenneth Ward DeCan, of Norton Shores (formerly Spring Lake), passed away on March 15, 2025.

Ken was born on March 6, 1959, to his parents Lyle and Dorothy (Donahue) in Muskegon, MI. He enjoyed spending time outdoors, whether it was fishing, hunting, or just appreciating nature. He was also a fan of NASCAR and enjoyed...

Mar 15, 2025

Calvin LeRoy Tardiff Sr., known affectionately by friends and family as Cal, passed away peacefully in his hometown of Holland, Michigan, on March 15, 2025, at the age of 92. Born on March 8, 1933, Cal lived a full life marked by devotion to his family, a passion for his community, and a legacy of warmth and kindness that...

Mar 15, 2025

Caryl Ethel Kidder, a beacon of faith, creativity, and boundless love, finished her race on March 13, 2025. Caryl was born January 20, 1959, in DeRuyter, New York, but spent her adult life living in Wyoming Michigan. Caryl embraced life with a spirit that was as infectious as it was inspiring. She carried within her the love of Jesus,...

Mar 14, 2025

Mar 14, 2025

Mar 12, 2025

Terry Wayne Black, known affectionately as Terry to his friends and loved ones, passed away peacefully on March 12, 2025, at the age of 86, in his home with his daughter Karla and son-in-law Joe, at his bedside. Born on September 17, 1938, in Battle Creek, Terry lived a full and vibrant life marked by his passion for the...

Mar 11, 2025

Robert "Bob" DeYoung was welcomed into Heaven by his wife, Kathryn, on March 11, 2025, along with other members of his family.

Bob was born in June 1949 to Charles and Helen DeYoung. Bob was the younger brother to Don and older brother to his sister, Jan. He graduated from Kalamazoo Christian in 1967. Shortly...

Mar 9, 2025

Randy Edward Ely, a kind, generous, and adventurous soul, passed away peacefully on March 9, 2025 surrounded by the love of his family. He was born on July 4, 1954, in White Cloud, MI to the late Marvel and Robert Ely.

Randy's journey through life was one of enjoying the outdoors by tending to his garden in his bare feet,feeding the...

Mar 6, 2025

Bonnie Lou Bailey, a cherished soul and a beacon of unwavering faith, was called home to the Lord on March 6, 2025, at the age of 86. Born on April 21, 1938, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, Bonnie's life was a testament to the power of love, kindness, and the grace of God. She departed this Earth in the comforting surroundings...

Mar 5, 2025

Mar 4, 2025

Judy Ann Posthumus, a beacon of love and wisdom, passed away peacefully on March 4, 2025, at the age of 84, in her hometown of Grand Rapids, MI, the same place where her story began on April 12, 1940. Known for her passionate spirit and her profound love for the written word, Judy's life was one of deep connection—to...

Mar 3, 2025

Remembering . . .

Koons, Elaine Louise (Aldrin) age 95 passed away on March 3. She was preceded in death by her husband of 71 years, Russell H. Koons and her daughter-in-law Mary Koons. Surviving are her three children Douglas Koons, Dennis (Linda) Koons and Darlene (Carl) Cress; six grandchildren, Douglas (Heather) Koons,...

Mar 3, 2025

On March 3rd 2025 the Lord called Lupe home to his Kingdom.

Guadalupe Martinez Canales born on December 19th 1951. Lupe was such a loving sister, friend, shopping pal, listener and most of all the greatest mother in the world. She leaves behind two sons and a dog. Jason her oldest son and 1st born...