Obituaries

Thomas Niswander

Thomas Niswander

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...

Gaylord Warren Jr.

Gaylord Warren Jr.

Apr 4, 2025

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

Arrangements have been entrusted to Grand Rapids Cremation Services.

Kay Porter

Kay Porter

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.

Timothy Forrester

Timothy Forrester

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...

Russell Dimond

Russell Dimond

Apr 2, 2025

Russell Dimond, age 91, formerly of Delton, passed away April 2, 2025 at Thornapple Manor in Hastings, Michigan. Russ was born November 4, 1933 to parents Percy and Florence (DeMott) Dimond. He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Shirley (Dudley) Dimond. Also surviving Russ are 7 sons: Steven (Karen), John (Laurel), Daniel (Pamela), Thomas (Jennifer), David, Robert...

Donald Kolehouse

Donald Kolehouse

Apr 2, 2025

Donald Michael (Don) Kolehouse, age 67, our beloved husband, father, brother, friend passed on April 2, 2025. Don was diagnosed with LBD/Parkinson’s Disease in 2016, but enjoyed his family, travel, and activities until complications of the disease became insurmountable in his last year of life.

Don is survived by his wife, Debie, his children Kristin,...

Ricky Colter

Ricky Colter

Apr 2, 2025

Ricky Colter, age 66, of Big Rapids, Michigan, passed away on April 2nd, 2025. Ricky was born to Earl and Shirley (McDonald) Colter, on August 24, 1958.

Ricky is survived by his children Jessica Colter and Matthew Colter, brothers Scott and Kenneth Colter, sister Diane Pinney, 7 grandchildren,  5 great grandchildren, 11 nieces and nephews,...

Robert Munson

Robert Munson

Apr 2, 2025

Robert "Bob" Munson, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loved ones on April 2, 2025, in Grand Rapids, MI, due to organ failure following a long illness. Born on February 7, 1959, in Kalamazoo, MI, Bob's life journey of 66 years was marked by an unwavering dedication to his family,...

Duncan D. Wilson

Duncan D. Wilson

Mar 30, 2025

Duncan D. Wilson, a man of wisdom and wit, passed away peacefully on March 30, 2025, at the age of 81. Born on November 1, 1943, in Detroit, Michigan, Duncan's life was a testament to resilience, humor, and service. His final days were spent in hospice care in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

Duncan's early years in...

Castro Velez

Castro Velez

Mar 30, 2025

Mr. Castro Velez, age 84, of Holland, Mi passed on April 30th, 2025.

Castro was born on March 28th, 1941 in Puerto Rico.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Grand Rapids Cremation Services.

Joseph Ronald Clements

Joseph Ronald Clements

Mar 30, 2025

Joseph Ronald Clements, age 58, of Pullman, MI, passed away on Sunday, March 30, 2025.

Joseph was born in Michigan and lived in Missouri, Alabama, Arkansas, and his home state throughout his life. He proudly served in the United States Army, worked as a nurse, and spent time working at Walmart. More than anything, Joseph...

David Vandyke

David Vandyke

Mar 28, 2025

David Bruce Van Dyk was born on March 26, 1952, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, to Robert and Carol (Fast) Van Dyk. He grew up alongside his five siblings, including his sisters Jorja Krepps and Lori (Garry) Charles. He attended Wyoming Park High School, and shortly after graduating, he married his "sweetie," Nola Jean Murphy. Together, they shared 54 years...

Philip Hinkle

Philip Hinkle

Mar 28, 2025

Philip Scott Hinkle, known affectionately as Phil to his friends and family, passed away on

March 28, 2025, after a courageous battle with a long illness. Born on August 4, 1949, in Niles,

Michigan, Phil's journey through life was marked by his thoughtfulness, friendliness, and handy

nature. He departed this life at Rose...

David Alston Charles Whitford

David Alston Charles Whitford

Mar 28, 2025

David Alston Charles Whitford 58, born June 11, 1966 in Selma, Alabama, left this world March 28, 2025 after having a stroke. He will always be remembered for his great wit and intelligence. He was greatly loved and will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

David was preceded in Heaven by his sister...