Obituaries

Robert Swart

Robert Swart

Aug 16, 2024

Robert Calvin Swart, known as Bob to his friends and family, passed away peacefully of natural causes on the 16th of August, 2024, at the age of 92 in his hometown of Grand Rapids, Michigan. Born on January 17, 1932, also in Grand Rapids, Bob's journey was marked by a friendly grin, a spirit of adventure, and the innate...

Mary Channells

Mary Channells

Aug 13, 2024

Mary Jo Channells (Raap) of Luther, Michigan, passed away on August 13, 2024, surrounded by her family. Born on June 29, 1966, Mary Jo was a loving wife, mother, sister, and grandmother.

She is survived by her husband, Clark Channells; her sons, Ryan (Kelsey) Channells, and Taylor (Ashley) Channells; and her grandchildren, Justin and Jayden....

Raymond Housand

Raymond Housand

Aug 10, 2024

Raymond "Ray" Housand, a cherished soul whose laughter and love echoed through the lives of all who knew him, passed away peacefully from natural causes on August 10, 2024, in the care of Hospice. Born on September 1, 1954, in Mishawaka, Indiana to Ray and Ida Housand who preceded him in death. Ray's journey through life was one marked...

Valerie Smith

Valerie Smith

Aug 9, 2024

Valerie Anne Smith, a beloved daughter, sister, and cherished friend, passed away peacefully on August 9, 2024, at the age of 39 in Kalamazoo, MI. Born on January 21, 1985, in Berrien Springs, MI, to her loving mother, Marie Kimble, Valerie grew up with a zest for life that was infectious to all who knew her. Valerie's early education...