Obituaries
Candace Ann Bates
Sep 3, 2025
Candace Ann (Pichler) Bates, affectionately known as Candy, passed away peacefully on September 3, 2025, in Coldwater, Michigan. Born on October 28, 1946, in Adrian, Michigan, she was a warm and friendly presence in the lives of all who knew her.
Candy pursued her passion for beauty by attending Hillsdale Beauty College after completing her high school education at Adrian High...
Glenn John Duda
Sep 2, 2025
Glenn Duda of Lake Geneva, Wisconsin, formerly of Homewood, Illinois affectionately known to many as "Big G", passed away peacefully on September 2, 2025. He left behind a legacy of joy, laughter, and the spirit of celebration that truly defined his life. Born on October 4, 1962, Glenn embodied a free spirit whose infectious sense of humor and love for...
Danita Anthony
Aug 30, 2025
Danita Anthony, 69, of Chicago, Illinois, passed away peacefully on August 30, 2025, after a courageous battle. Danita was born a twin with Dwight Anthony, who passed away shortly after birth on May 25, 1956, in Birmingham, Alabama, Danita brought light and love into every life she touched. Her journey—marked by compassion, resilience, and unwavering dedication—continues to inspire all who...
Scott Charles Underwood
Aug 30, 2025
Scott Charles Underwood, known affectionately as Pa and Scotty, passed away peacefully on August 30, 2025, in Cedar Springs, Michigan, at the age of 64. He departed this world surrounded by an abundance of love, laughter, and the cherished stories that define his life. Scott walked triumphantly into the Kingdom of Heaven to meet his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.
Born...
William R. Marks
Aug 29, 2025
On August 29, 2025, Bill Marks, went to meet his Savior, Jesus. We will miss him far more than words can truly express.
The man had a nature about him that cannot be described. He was meek, in the truest, most powerful sense of the word.
A former motorcycle police officer, and then later a dedicated security officer, he survived life altering...
Jeanne Marie Woodruff
Aug 28, 2025
Jeanne Marie Woodruff, born on November 22, 1948 to Frank and Clara Carlon, passed away peacefully on August 28, 2025. She will be fondly remembered by her loved ones and all those whose lives she touched throughout her years.
Jeanne dedicated over 20 years of her life to working at Knape and Vogt Manufacturing, where she worked alongside her husband Floyd,...
Terra Tarrents Slabbekoorn
Aug 28, 2025
Terra Tarrents was born on November 17, 1949 to Virgil Tarrents and Lillian Tarrents (Baugh). Her early life was spent with her family in Indiana, where she attended Ben Davis High School in Indianapolis. She graduated from Indiana University–Purdue University Indianapolis in 1986.
Later in life she moved to the Grand Rapids area where she was employed for many years as...
Ryan Weaver
Aug 25, 2025
Ryan Thomas Weaver, age 41, of Grand Rapids passed away peacefully at home on August 25, 2025 surrounded by friends and family.
Ryan was born in Ypsilanti, MI on June 5, 1984 to the late Thomas Weaver and Terry Mass (Daigle). Ryan was very proud of growing up in Saline, MI where he built the foundations for his deep love of...
Thomas L Thompson
Aug 24, 2025
Thomas L. Thompson, a beloved father, grandfather, brother, passed away on August 24, 2025, at home, in Marshall, Michigan, at the age of 78. He was born on February 4, 1947, in Battle Creek, Michigan and remianed a lifelong resident of the state.
Thomas served in the United States Air Force from 1966 until his honorable discharge in 1970, a chapter...
James Henry VanAndel
Aug 23, 2025
James Henry VanAndel, a cherished member of his community and a dedicated family man, passed away peacefully at home on August 23, 2025, at the age of 62. Born on July 22, 1963, in Muskegon, James lived a life filled with loyalty, love, and a passion for learning.
James was a proud graduate of the Mona Shores High School class of...
Laura Ann Webb
Aug 22, 2025
Laura Ann Webb (Pfleger), 60, passed away peacefully on August 22, 2025, from complications of dementia.
Born in Coral Gables, Florida, on May 21, 1965, to Barbara and Robert (Bob) Pfleger, Laura grew up surrounded by a large family in Florida, Minnesota, and New Hampshire. Laura served proudly in the United States Army as a Combat Medical Specialist in Stuttgart, Germany....
Judith Mary Chaffee
Aug 20, 2025
Judith Mary Chaffee, lovingly known as Jude, was born on May 17, 1938, in Detroit, Michigan. She peacefully departed this life on August 20, 2025, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, leaving behind a profound legacy of love and acceptance that deeply touched those who had the privilege of knowing her.
Jude's journey began in Detroit, where she started her first job at...
Michael Pienta
Aug 20, 2025
Michael James Pienta, age 52, passed away on Wednesday, August 20th, at his business, Plainfield Trading Center.Born in Grand Rapids, Michigan, to Dave Sr. and Karen Pienta, Michael was a vibrant presence in the West Michigan community. He will be fondly remembered not only for his entrepreneurial spirit but also for his competitive edge and zest for life. Whether it...
Colin Scot Luedecking
Aug 20, 2025
Colin Scot Luedecking passed away unexpectedly Wednesday night, leaving behind many who loved him.
He is survived by his parents, Kelina Suree Cook Mannon and Lawrence David Luedecking (step mom, Jen Dorgan); his sister, Chloe Mannon, and step brothers and sisters, Tyler Mulligan, Patrick (India) Dorgan, Megan (John) Riddle, Erin Dennany, and Abbey Dorgan; grandmothers, Sue Cook and Beverly Luedecking; aunts...
Craig Chatman
Aug 19, 2025
Craig Chatman, a beloved son, brother, father, and grandparent, passed away peacefully in his hometown of Grand Rapids, MI, on August 19, 2025, at the age of 76. Born on December 27, 1948, he was a kind-hearted soul who always managed to give more than he had, leaving a lasting impression on all who crossed his path.
Craig’s story began in...
Bobby Gammons
Aug 17, 2025
Bobby Gammons, beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, great-great-grandfather and friend, passed away peacefully on August 17, 2025 at the age of 94, surrounded by love. Bobby was many things to many people — but to his family, he was first and foremost our protector. He loved fiercely and showed it in countless ways, both big and small.
He had a curious mind...
Charity Alyce Beardsley
Aug 17, 2025
In Loving Memory of Charity
Charity passed away unexpectedly, leaving behind many who loved her deeply. She is survived by her parents, Millie Hall and Loren Parcher; her beloved and beautiful son, Miles Stark (Messiah); her four brothers, Christopher Beardsley, Caleb Beardsley, Jason Parcher, and James Parcher; and her sister Jennifer Rubio. She is also remembered with love by numerous aunts,...
Richard Darner
Aug 16, 2025
Richard Darner, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away on August 16, 2025, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, after a long and courageous battle with cancer. He was born on November 10, 1944, in Chicago, Illinois, and spent much of his life dedicated to his family and profession.
He dedicated 42 years of his life to Arrow Uniform Rental, where...
Pamela Miller
Aug 15, 2025
Pamela Ann Miller, age 78, passed away on August 15, 2025, at Butterworth Hospital in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Born in Columbus, Ohio, Pam was a proud graduate of Hartley High School. She lived in Ohio, Florida, and Michigan during her lifetime. Pam dedicated many years working as a paraprofessional in the Michigan school system. She was a devoted wife of...
Gloria Anne Peterson
Aug 14, 2025
Gloria Anne Peterson (Zugel, Havlik) born March 8th,1939 went home with the Lord peacefully on August 14th, 2025 while at Trinity Health Hauenstein Center, Grand Rapids MI. with family by her side.
Gloria was born in Kalamazoo MI. the 2nd of 3 daughters to proud parents Anthony Francis Zugel & Thelma Maude Starrett. She was a 1957 graduate of St. Augustine...
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