Charles "Chuck" Weaver
May 24, 2026
Charles "Chuck" Weaver, age 97, of Comstock Park, MI, peacefully passed away on Sunday, May 24, 2026, surrounded by his family.
Known for his quick wit and an amazing sense of humor, he brought endless laughter and joy to everyone around him. He had a gift for lighting up a room and leaving people with a smile.
He leaves behind his beloved...
Mary Elaine (Barnes) Reed
May 13, 2026
Mary Elaine (Barnes) Reed, 65, beloved daughter of John and Shirley Barnes, passed away Wednesday, May 13, 2026, in the home where she lived, with her husband Brent, for 17 years.
Mary graduated from Kenowa Hills High School in 1979 and worked in health-care settings most of her adult life, from the front desk of a pediatrics office to Xanitos, a...
Beverly S. Courtade
May 11, 2026
Beverly Sue (Sanders) Courtade relished her life. Her mind was taken many years too soon by Alzheimer's, and on Monday, May 11, 2026, at the age of 67, her spirit left this earth to be joyfully reunited with her generous heart, effervescent personality, and memories overflowing with love. She was born October 2, 1958, in Monroe, Oklahoma, to the late...
Jim Jeffries
Apr 22, 2026
James “Jim” Lavern Jeffries Jr., age 64, of Coopersville, Michigan, passed away peacefully surrounded by the love of his family at his home on Wednesday, April 22, 2026 after a yearlong battle with cancer.
Jim was born July 21, 1961. He was an avid outdoorsman who loved hunting and fishing. He discovered a love for gardening and canning after his retirement...
Duane Lee Cook
Apr 9, 2026
Duane Lee Cook, age 83, of Grand Rapids, Michigan, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, April 9, 2026. He was born March 28, 1943, in Big Rapids, MI, the eldest of 7 children, to the late Russel and Frances (Alger) Cook. Duane graduated from Stanwood High School with the class of 1961. During his professional career he worked...
Steven Dale Teesdale
Apr 3, 2026
Steven Dale Teesdale, age 70, of Bailey, Michigan, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his wife, children, and grandchildren, after a tremendous fight with lymphoma, on Friday, April 3, 2026. Steve was a Husband, Father, Grandpa, Brother, Uncle, Friend and Fixer of all things.
Steve was born February 14, 1956, to the late Arthur and Betty (Grice) Teesdale. He graduated...
Richard "Dick" Babler
Apr 2, 2026
Richard “Dick” Dale Babler, age 86, of Comstock Park, Michigan, passed away on Thursday, April 2, 2026, in Zeeland, Michigan. He was born December 17, 1939, in Pacific Grove, California, to the late Floyd and Ruth (Welch) Babler.
Dick was a believer in Jesus Christ and trusted Him every day. Woodland Drive-In Church in Grand Rapids was his church home for...
Samuel Dykstra
Mar 31, 2026
Samuel Dykstra, age 74, of White Cloud, Michigan, passed away peacefully surrounded by the love of his family on Tuesday, March 31, 2026. We take comfort in knowing he is now at home with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. He was born May 7, 1951, in Somerville, New Jersey, to the late Albert and Tina (VanderWey) Dykstra. He graduated...
Karen (De Young) Lorenski
Mar 27, 2026
Karen (De Young) Lorenski, age 73, of Comstock Park, Michigan, passed away peacefully on Friday, March 27, 2026. She was born December 28, 1952, in Grand Rapids, MI, to the late Kenneth and Doris (Leyen) De Young. Karen graduated from Union High School with the class of 1971 before going on to earn an associate degree in nursing from Grand...
John Paul Goetcheus Jr.
Mar 20, 2026
John Paul Goetcheus Jr., age 85, of Grand Rapids, Michigan, passed away peacefully on Friday, March 21, 2026. He was born October 31, 1940, in Detroit, MI, to the late John Paul and Carolyn (Beard) Goetcheus Sr.
He graduated from Grosse Pointe High School with the class of 1959 and went on to earn his Bachelor of Business degree from Ferris...
Patrick "Pat" Michael Cole
Mar 12, 2026
Patrick “Pat” Michael Cole, age 72, of Grand Rapids, Michigan, went to be with his Saviour on Thursday, March 12, 2026, after battling many health issues. He was born February 26, 1954, in Muskegon, MI to the late George and Edna (Koller) Cole. Pat married his best friend and childhood sweetheart, Patricia Lianne Mann, on July 23, 1976, at Woodward...
Frances Paiz
Mar 11, 2026
My beloved wife, Frances Paiz, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, at the age of 78. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and faithful servant of God. Frances was truly my heart and my home. She lived her life with deep love, grace, and unwavering faith. Her relationship with God guided the...
Rolland Wilbur De Winter
Mar 5, 2026
Rolland Wilbur De Winter, 95 of Sparta, passed away Thursday, March 5, 2026.
Rolland was born July 10, 1930, the son of Lee and Gladys De Winter. He served his country proudly in the US Army. Rolland married the former Virginia Levandoski on June 21, 1952 and together they were blessed with four children and 73 years of marriage. Rolland worked...
Harold John Thome
Mar 2, 2026
Harold John Thome, 93, of Comstock Park, was called “home to rest” on Monday, March 2, 2026.
On March 23, 1932, he was born to Bert and Irene Thome during a 3 day snow storm, something he was proud of. Harold met JoAnn Barman, a city girl from the westside, and were married on February 27, 1960, and they were blessed...
Antonio Arturo Velazquez-Mendoza
Mar 1, 2026
Antonio Arturo Valazquez-Mendoza, 29, of Sparta, passed away Sunday, March 1, 2026.
Antonio was born July 26, 1996 in Veracruz, Mexico. He was blessed with 6 children that he loved dearly. He worked in agriculture at a local farm and was a hard working man. He enjoyed fishing and most of all being with his family. He was a loving, caring,...
David Lee Conklin
Feb 22, 2026
David Lee Conklin, 86, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 22, 2026, in Comstock Park, Michigan, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on September 7, 1939, in Battle Creek, Michigan, David was the son of Jasper and Esther (Shaw) Conklin.
David’s life was marked by a dedication to education and service. He graduated from Lakeview High School in Battle...
Sixto Montanez Cruz
Feb 14, 2026
Sixto Montanez Cruz, age 83, of Comstock Park, Michigan, passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by the love of his family on Saturday, February 14, 2026, after a battle with cancer. He was born April 6, 1942, in Yabucoa, Puerto Rico, to the late Antolin Cruz and Petra Montanez. Sixto was a hard worker and spent many years of...
Lawrence "Mike" Dale Matthysse
Feb 8, 2026
Lawrence “Mike” Dale Matthysse, age 92, of Rockford, was welcomed into the arms of his Savior, Jesus Christ, on Sunday, February 8, 2026.
Mike was born on June 27, 1933, to Marinus and Audrey (Albright) Matthysse. On July 20, 1956, just two weeks before entering the United States Army, where he proudly served his country, he married the love of his...
Mark Anthony Piar
Jan 22, 2026
Mark Anthony Piar, age 58, of Chester Township, Michigan, passed away peacefully surrounded by the love of his family on Thursday, January 22, 2026. He was born December 2, 1967, in West Branch, MI, to the late Eugene and Carol (Breadon) Piar. He proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corps for four years. In 1986, Mark married...
Joseph C. Klein
Jan 20, 2026
Joseph Carl Klein, age 85, of Conklin, Michigan, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Tuesday, January 20, 2026. He was born December 10, 1940, in Conklin, the oldest of 11 children born to the late Sylvester and Florence (Arends) Klein.
Joe was preceded in death by his wife of 52 years, Rita (Sherer) Klein; his parents; parents-in-law, Richard...
