Obituaries

Jan 9, 2026

Charles M. “Chuck/Charlie” Setter, 86, entered into eternal rest in the early morning hours of January 9th, 2026, at Bronson Hospital in Kalamazoo, Michigan, after a very brief illness. He was 6 weeks shy of turning 87 years old.

Chuck was born February 19th, 1939, in Allegan, the son of Felix and Charlotte (Baugh) Setter. He was a lifetime member of...

Jan 8, 2026

Tiffany Macdonald, born on July 24, 1983,  passed away on January 8,2026 in Grand Rapids, Michigan. 

Services have been entrusted to Grand Rapids Cremation Services.

Jan 8, 2026

Charles Joseph Mikkelsen (Charlie) passed away on Jan 8, 2026, aged 91, from complications of Alzheimer’s. On July 20, 1934, he was the first of 6 children born to Garfield and Martha Viola (nee Eilers) Mikkelsen. Charlie grew up “on the farm” in Montague and graduated from Montague High School in 1952. He raised & sold pigs to earn enough...

Jan 7, 2026

Amy Lynn Gerard, 54, of Grand Rapids, Michigan, passed away peacefully on January 7, 2026, after a courageous battle with cancer. Born on January 3, 1972, in Lansing Michigan to Jean and the late Glen Gerard, Amy lived a radiant, full and beautiful life that touched many people. She battled through tough times but kept her faith through many challenges.

Amy...

Jan 7, 2026

Gerald (“Jerry”) C. Cole, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on January 7, 2026, in Charlotte, Michigan, at the age of 75. He was surrounded by his loving family.

Jerry was born on December 3, 1950, in central Michigan. He was a proud veteran who served in the United States Navy. He was employed at Sparrow Hospital in...

Jan 6, 2026

Carolyn Marie "Hanks" Howard was born March 28th, 1936. She passed peacefully January 6th , 2026 with her children by her side. Raised in Alabama, she split her time between her grandparents farm in Georgianna and the streets of Mobile. As a young woman she loved going to Mardi Gras and dances at the naval base with her friends. She...

Jan 6, 2026

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Marla Latryce Baldwin, aged 57, who left this world on January 6, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family. Born on June 1, 1968, in the vibrant town of Muskegon, Michigan, Marla was the cherished daughter of the late Richard Baldwin Sr. and the late Rev. Barbara Riley Baldwin. Her parents’...

Jan 4, 2026

Visitation

Weds January 14, 2026

5pm - 7pm

Grand Rapids Cremation Services

4350 Plainfield Ave. NE

Grand Rapids, MI 49525

Dec 31, 2025

David John Harrison, Sr., a beloved father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on December 31, 2025, at Rose Arbor Hospice in Kalamazoo, MI, surrounded by his loving family. Born on January 1, 1959, in Winchester, MA, Dave's life was a tapestry woven with generosity, kindness, humor, and an enduring spirit.

A dedicated worker, Dave had a rich career that...

Dec 29, 2025

Glen Blackwood, 62, passed away on Monday, December 29th, 2025 in Rockford, Michigan. Glen was born on March 2nd, 1963 to Nancy (Acton) Blackwood and Harold Blackwood in Springfield, Ohio, where he was raised. Growing up, he enjoyed many summers in Unionville, Pennsylvania, fly fishing in the spring creeks of Pine Creek Valley. He graduated from The Ohio State University,...

Dec 29, 2025

Gaylord James Pitcher, affectionately known as "Snuff," passed away on December 29, 2025, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, at the age of 88. Born on March 2, 1937, in Grand Rapids, he returned as a resident of the city he loved in 2022.

Snuff graduated from Kelloggsville High School in 1955 and furthered his education at Davenport College. His professional life was...

Dec 28, 2025

Michael James Owen, affectionately known as Mike, was born on July 28, 1983, in Allegan. Sadly, he passed away on December 28, 2025, at his home. Mike’s strong personality and dedication to family defined his life, and he will be remembered as a thoughtful listener who made a lasting impression on all who knew him.

A proud veteran, Mike served in...

2025

Daniel Herbert Brown, affectionately known to all as Dan, was a beacon of joy and an embodiment of generosity. Born on September 17, 1955, in Hastings, Michigan, he graced the world for 70 wonderful years before departing this life on December 28, 2025, at the Corewell Butterworth hospital in Grand Rapids, surrounded by the love of his family.

A proud graduate...

Dec 28, 2025

Douglas Thomas Sniesak was born in Detroit, Michigan on Dec. 4, 1953, to Elizabeth Long Sniesak and Andrew Sniesak. He died Dec. 28, 2025 in the loving care of his wife, son Ian and daughter Nicole, at Faith Hospice Trillium Woods.

At 17 years Doug came to know Jesus Christ as his Lord and Savior, who called him out of darkness...

Dec 27, 2025

Gordon David Kasper, a cherished soul whose brilliance illuminated the lives of many, passed away on December 27, 2025, in Fremont, Michigan. Born on May 17, 1939, in Rapid City, South Dakota, Gordon graced this world for over eight decades with an extraordinary spirit, marked by an amazing sense of humor and an unparalleled ability to fix nearly anything that...

Dec 26, 2025

Come join Roger’s family May/02/2026 at 11am for a beautiful church service and burial at St. Catherine’s in Ravenna. Following after with a celebration of life at the Ravenna American Legion. 

St Catherine address is 12236 Heights Ravenna Rd, Ravenna, MI 49451 

American Legion address is 3590 Conklin Street, Ravenna, MI 49451 

Roger Fleese, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away...

Dec 25, 2025

Rosemary Ann Bauer, 88, of Lansing Michigan, went to her heavenly home on December 25, 2025, after a life full of years, and faithfully offered to serve Christ our Lord.

As a wife, sister, mother and grandmother, Rosemary gave love generously to her family and countless others. Her life was a living testimony, marked by joy and delight, giving evidence of...

Dec 25, 2025

Karen Cox was born September/8/1967 to Lloyd and Sharon Cox; she passed 12/25/2025 with her children William Cox and Rachel Karaba by her side. 

Karen had 4 grandchildren: Maddox Wallace, Aria Hitchins, Catori Hitchins and Elias Hitchins. She was a wonderful grandmother to them and loved playing outside and having picnics. Being a mother and grandma was something she was wonderful and...

Dec 24, 2025

Madonna Ruth Rivard, 78, of Holland, Michigan, passed away peacefully on December 24, 2025. Born March 8, 1947, in Saginaw, Michigan, she grew up with a bright, curious spirit and an independent streak that was her constant companion. Madonna lived a life textured with humor, courage, loyalty and an uncompromising sense of honesty. Whether one knew her for a few...

Dec 22, 2025