Obituaries

Nov 14, 2024

Nov 13, 2024

Nov 13, 2024

Janet Carol Murphy, affectionately known as Jan to her family and friends, passed away peacefully due to natural causes on November 13, 2024, at the age of 87.

Born on December 22, 1936, in Grayling, Michigan, Jan was the beloved daughter of Walter and Muriel Johnson. Her final days were spent surrounded by the love...

Nov 13, 2024

Steven Alan Corbit, age 69, of Dowagiac, Michigan, passed away on November 13, 2024. He was born on July 1, 1955 in Morrison, Illinois to Jim and Jean (Ireland) Corbit.

Steve graduated from Dowagiac Union High School and Southwestern Michigan College. He went on to pursue a career in process engineering. Outside of work, Steve...

Nov 13, 2024

Lee Schubert, age 82, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on November 13,2024.

Preceded in death by his parents, stepfather Jim and Sylvia Morris. His sister Elizabeth, and his previous wife and mother of his children, Bonnie Schubert.

He is survived by his wife, Linda, and their cat, Sheba. His...

Nov 11, 2024

Robert “Bob” "Swifty" Swifink, a cherished soul known for his clever wit, sense of humor, and skilled craftsmanship, passed away peacefully from natural causes while surrounded by those he loved on November 11, 2024, at the age of 80 at his home in Muskegon, Michigan. Born on October 4, 1944, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, Swifty lived a life full...

Nov 11, 2024

Nov 10, 2024

Nov 10, 2024

Nov 10, 2024

Caroline Grace Timmerman, aged 85, of Coopersville, MI, passed away peacefully of natural causes on November 10, 2024. Born on August 1st, 1939, in Grand Rapids, MI.

Caroline had a lifelong passion for reading and cherished moments spent with her family. Camping with family and friends was a source of great joy. She also loved...

Nov 9, 2024

Nov 8, 2024

Mary Grace Stephens, age 66, of Lansing, Michigan, passed away on November 8, 2024, due to injuries sustained in an auto accident. Born on September 26, 1958, to the late George G. Stephens and Patricia L. Carlson Stephens, Mary's life was marked by her vibrant spirit and her profound impact on those around her.

Mary...

Nov 8, 2024

Nov 7, 2024

Elnora Marie Sanford, a pillar of love and generosity in her community, passed away peacefully on November 7, 2024, at the age of 92. Born on October 25, 1932, in Shelby, Michigan, Elnora was a beacon of light to all who knew her. Her final days were spent surrounded by the love of her family in Muskegon, Michigan, where...

Nov 7, 2024

Nov 6, 2024

Carol Schlotthauer, a devoted wife, cherished mother, loving grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on Wednessday November 6, 2024 at the age of 78 after a brief battle with pancreatic cancer and several months of chemotherapy. For 56 beautiful years, she was the beloved wife of Gene, with whom she shared a lifetime of love and adventure until his...

Nov 5, 2024

Julia Marlene Sauls, affectionately known as Marty to her loved ones, was a beacon of light and love to all who had the pleasure of knowing her. Born on December 12, 1956, in the bustling city of Detroit, Marty embraced life with a spirit of joy and generosity that was unmistakable. Her journey on this earth came to a...

Nov 5, 2024

Nov 4, 2024

Nov 4, 2024

Marlene Kay Nelson, age 82, passed peacefully  on November 4th, 2024,  under the care of Corewell Health (Spectrum)  with her family at her side.

Surviving Marlene is her husband of 55 years, Francis Nelson of Ionia ; two daughters, Helena Haling of Ionia, and Laura Nelson of Sheridan.   Also surviving Marlene is her  grandchildren; Laura...