Obituaries

Sep 21, 2024

Stephen Ronald Kendall, known affectionately as Steve by his friends and family, passed away peacefully of natural causes on September 21, 2024, in Grand Rapids, MI. Steve was Born on December 28, 1938, in Inkster, MI.

Steve proudly served his country as a member of the United States Navy, a period of his life that...

Sep 20, 2024

Lydia Barrera Mendez, 68, of Hart, Michigan, passed away peacefully on September 20, 2024. Lydia was born on June 18, 1956, in Chicago, Illinois, to the late Arthur Mendez Sr. and Viola Barrera Mendez. Lydia later moved to Michigan, where she graduated from Ludington High School as part of the Class of 1976.

Despite facing...

Sep 20, 2024

John Farrer, 74, of Portage, a proud veteran of the United States Army, passed away Friday, September, 20, 2024 at Ascension Borgess Hospital with family at his side.

The son of John A and Maxine (Olds) Farrer, John was born and raised in Kalamazoo, Mi on September 24, 1949. He attended Kalamazoo Central High School...

Sep 19, 2024

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Sep 19, 2024

Mr. David Arthur Westheuser, affectionately known as Davey to his friends and loved ones, passed away peacefully due to natural causes on September 19, 2024, in Grand Rapids, MI. Born on October 27, 1947, in Toronto, Canada, Davey's zest for life and adventurous spirit were evident from an early age.

Davey led a life marked...

Sep 18, 2024

Don Charles Thoms was born on May 17, 1947 in Detroit, MI, and died on September 18, 2024, at Faith Hospice at Trillium Woods.

Don will be remembered as a man of deep devotion. He became a follower of Jesus in his 20’s and was always grateful for the changes his faith brought to his...

Sep 18, 2024

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Sep 18, 2024

Jody David Lansberry, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away at the age of 73 on September 18, 2024, in Dowagiac, Michigan, after a courageous battle with cancer. Born on November 20, 1950, in Clearfield, Pennsylvania, Jody lived a life marked by kindness, thoughtfulness, and friendliness that touched the hearts of all who knew him.

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Sep 18, 2024

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Sep 16, 2024

On September 16, 2024, our beloved Mom, Delores (Dodo) Johnson decided it was time to hang up her polka shoes, and move on from her earthly journey.

When you met our Mom, you loved her immediately. She was larger than life and had a laugh that would disarm you before the soup she had just...

Sep 15, 2024

David Garceau Hume, 57, passed away peacefully on September 15th, 2024, attended by the caring hands of Emmanuel Hospice.

David and his twin brother, Craig, were born on October 8th, 1966.

David graduated from Northview High School in Grand Rapids in 1985 where he was a member of the NVHS Marching...

Sep 15, 2024

Sep 15, 2024

Sep 14, 2024

Dave Wilson Jr. passed away on September 14th, 2024, at the age of 80 years old, surrounded by loved ones. He was a loving husband, devoted father, cherished grandfather, and dear friend to many.

Born in Pontotoc, Mississippi, Dave Wilson Jr. lived a life filled with love, laughter, and kindness. He was known for his...

Sep 13, 2024

Edmond Riley Wolven, age 93, passed away peacefully on September 13, 2024. Edmond was born and raised in Rockford, MI. He attended Rockford Public schools and went on to the University of Michigan and received his Law Degree. Ed was a long standing member of the Rockford Lions Club, and GR Chamber of Commerce.

Ed's passion was...

Sep 13, 2024

Sep 12, 2024

Mr. Arthur Kloppe of Grand Rapids, Michigan, aged 67 passed away unexpectedly in the comfort of his home and into the arms of his savior on Wednesday 12, 2024.

Art was born to William and Orpha (Johnson) Kloppe on December 21, 1956 in Grand Rapids, MI. He married his best friend and soulmate on October...