Obituaries

May 9, 2025

Dominga Delores Miles, known affectionately as Dolly by her loved ones, departed this world on May 9, 2025, at the age of 85. She was born on August 17, 1939, in the heart of Texas and later in life moved to Michigan, where she passed away surrounded by the warmth of her family.

Dolly was a woman of vibrant spirit and...

May 9, 2025

James Brooks Holt Simmons, known affectionately as Jim to his friends and family, lived a life marked by service, dedication, and a love for the simple joys in life. Born on June 18, 1943, in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, Jim's journey through life was characterized by his unwavering integrity and his affable nature. After a fulfilling life, he passed away...

May 9, 2025

May 8, 2025

May 8, 2025

Brian Keith Confer born September 18th 1963, passed away unexpectedly at his home on May 8th 2025.

Brian loved to be outdoors. He loved to fish, hunt and have a cold Budweiser by the bonfire anytime!

He leaves behind two sisters Theresa (Lee) Irving and Dee Ann Ebrite. Also his children...

May 8, 2025

May 7, 2025

May 7, 2025

Scott Martin Pasinski, known affectionately as Scott to friends and family, left this world as unexpectedly as he lived in it, on May 7, 2025, due to an accidental death. Born on June 12, 1965, in Southfield, Michigan, Scott's zest for life was as bright and bold as the state's summer sun. He embarked on his final adventure in...

May 6, 2025

In Loving Memory

Kevin Scott Price, 61, of Grand Rapids, MI, passed away unexpectedly on May 6, 2025. Born in Madison, WI, Kevin was a graduate of Union High School and dedicated a brief period to serving in the U.S. Army.

Kevin will be fondly remembered for his easygoing nature, his deep passion for all things, cars, and his unwavering loyalty to...

May 6, 2025

Michelle Denise Holley, affectionately known as Micki to her loved ones, passed away on May 6, 2025, in Wyoming, MI, after a brave battle with Small Cell Lung Cancer. Born on April 30, 1972, in Warren, MI, she was a vibrant soul whose laughter and kindness touched everyone she met.

Micki grew up in a bustling household that set the stage...

May 6, 2025

Gordon "Casper" Pelkey, a cherished soul known for his vibrant spirit and love for life, passed away peacefully on May 6, 2025, in Norton Shores, MI, at the age of 68. Born on November 30, 1956, in Detroit, MI, he spent a lifetime creating joy and laughter for all who knew him.

Gordon was a...

May 4, 2025

Forest Fowler, of Hudsonville, MI, passed away on May 4th, 2025. 

May 4, 2025

Ronald Goble passed away on May 4, 2025, just a few weeks shy of his 84th birthday, after living a full and meaningful life. He had recently celebrated 65 wonderful years of marriage to Rosie, the love of his life. In the weeks prior to his passing, he was surrounded by his children and local grandchildren—visits that never failed...

May 4, 2025

Julie Marie Kieronski joined her father, John, and the love of her life, Kyung, in heaven on May 4, 2025, after a courageous battle against cancer. Born on June 5, 1964, in Wyandotte, Michigan, Julie's warm spirit and joyful heart brought light and love into the lives of all who knew her. She departed this world peacefully in her...

May 3, 2025

Orlandis "Tred" Cortrez Cage was born on May 16, 1960 in St. Louis Missouri to Roosevelt Cage, Jr. and Ruby Lee Mitchell.

He spent his high school years at Soldan High School and graduated in1978. He was well known throughout his high school and was a member of the Soldan High School Drum Line with his close friends Mark Williams, Warren...

May 3, 2025

Theodore Gerald Archer of Holland, MI, passed away on May 3, 2025, at the age of 63 years after a short courageous battle with lymphoma. Born as the second child of five, Theodore Gerald Archer of Holland, MI, passed away on May 3, 2025, at the age of 63 years after a short courageous battle with lymphoma. Born as...

May 1, 2025

May 1, 2025

In the verdant city of Grand Rapids, Michigan, where the Grand River flows with a quiet dignity, Martin Louis Miles first graced this earthly stage on the twenty-seventh of July in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and fifty-four. And it was in this same city, upon the first day of May, two thousand and twenty-five, that he did...

May 1, 2025

Betty Catherine Phillips (Porter) left this world on May 1, 2025, at the age of 60, in Zeeland, Michigan in the comfort of her home. Born on April 9, 1965, in the surroundings of Panama City Canal, Betty's journey through life was one marked by an unwavering spirit of generosity and kindness.

Family was the...

Apr 29, 2025

Gerard "Jerry" J. VanSpronsen Jr., age 70, passed away on April 29, 2025, in Kalamazoo, Michigan. Born on April 11, 1955, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, Jerry lived a life marked by dedication to his craft, deep love for his family, and an unwavering faith in God.

A devoted husband, father, grandfather, son and brother, Jerry...