William Kamp
Apr 26, 2023
William Scott Kamp, age 74, of Comstock Park, was called home to be with his Lord on Wednesday April 26, 2023. He courageously fought his battle against cancer with a determined smile always on his face. He was ushered into heaven by many loved ones and is completely healed in both body and soul. He was a loving husband, son,...
Allan E. Brown
Apr 13, 2023
Allan E. Brown of Comstock Park, age 75, died on Thursday, April 13, 2023 after battling cancer for a dozen years. He is survived by his wife Nancy (Feist), who he married in 1986. He is also survived by his sisters, Monica Zahm, Ann (Gerald) Wesolowski; sisters-in-law, Judie Brown, Joyce Brown, Sue Luurtsema; brother-in-law, Larry (Mary Ann) Feist. He was...
Mary Ann Vanoeffelen
Apr 11, 2023
MaryAnn VanOeffelen, age 69, passed away on Tuesday, April 11, 2023. MaryAnn was loved by everyone that met her. She was always there for anyone no matter what they needed. She could make anyone laugh no matter the situation. She will be greatly missed. MaryAnn was preceded in death by her parents, Willis and Patricia McWilliams; son, Joe VanOeffelen III;...
Ricky A. Pifer
Mar 29, 2023
Ricky A. Pifer, known as "Rick" to all who knew and loved him, at the age of 63, passed away at Spectrum Health Hospital. He was preceded in death by his parents, Marion and John; daughter, Melanie Bannister; granddaughter, Alexis "Lexi" DeBoer; sister, Judy Danneffel; brother-in-law, Brian Wilbur; nephew, Adam Lusk; niece, Heather Danneffel; nephew, Kevin Danneffel; and aunt, Pat...
Walter Leroy Longcore
Mar 21, 2023
Walter LeRoy Longcore, 96, passed away surrounded by family on Tuesday, March 21, 2023. He retired from McInerney Spring & Wire after 34 years. Walter liked to travel with his brother and sister-in-law, listen to country music, and watch car racing. He was preceded in death by his parents, Leo and Beatrice Longcore; infant son, Roger; brothers, Bob, Ron, Dale,...
Loretta A. Nowakowski
Mar 17, 2023
Loretta A. Nowakowski, 76, of Comstock Park, Michigan passed away peacefully at home Friday, March 17, 2023. Loretta was born July 6, 1946 in Flint, Michigan. She was a loving daughter, sister, wife, and Mimi. Loretta lived a life full of love for her family, cooking, ceramics and in her earlier years, being a bus driver for Kenowa Hills Schools....
Michael James Cote Jr.
Mar 12, 2023
It is with deep sadness that the Cote family announces the passing of Michael James Cote, Jr., on Sunday, March 12, 2023. Mike was born on November 19, 1974 in Grand Rapids, MI, and raised in Comstock Park, MI. Mike earned a bachelor's degree in business from Western Michigan University's Haworth School of Business. Mike and his wife, Cristina, were...
Larry D. Kooistra
Mar 8, 2023
Larry Dale Kooistra, age 72, passed away on Wednesday, March 8, 2023 at his home. He was retired from General Motors and a navy veteran. Larry loved the outdoors and was always up for an adventure. He was a lifetime HOG member, as well as an avid model railroader. He was preceded in death by his parents, Sydney and Joanne...
Kay Rose (Maclam) Breen
Feb 24, 2023
Kay Rose Breen, age 84 of Sparta, passed away peacefully at her home on Friday, February 24, 2023. Kay was born on November 29, 1938 in Muskegon, Michigan, the daughter of Edward and Inez (Young) Maclam. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ray Breen on September 6, 2000; her parents; her sister, Vicki Shrum; and grandson, Kevin Wilson....
Gordon Robert Antor
Feb 22, 2023
Gordon Robert Antor, age 84 of Alpine Township, passed away on Wednesday, February 22, 2023. Gordy was born on March 13, 1938 in Grand Rapids, Michigan, the son of Frank and Minnie Antor. He was preceded in death by his brothers, Bernard Antor and Richard Antor; and sisters, Lorraine Antor and Mildred Dolphin. Gordy is survived by his brother and...
Charles Fredrick Steffens
Feb 21, 2023
Charles Frederick Steffens, age 92 of Comstock Park, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 21, 2023. Charles was born on July 21, 1930 in Grand Rapids, Michigan, the son of George and Louise (Weber) Steffens. Charles served in the United States Army during the Korean war from 1951-1953. In October of 1949 Charles met the love of his life. His...
Karen Jean (Anderson) Allen
Feb 17, 2023
Karen Jean Allen, age 84 of Sparta, was called home to the Lord on Friday, February 17, 2023. She was preceded in death by her husband, Hugh Allen; her parents, Harry and Dorothy Anderson; her in-laws, Warren and Lucy Allen; her brothers, Charles Anderson and Dick Anderson; her sisters, Elaine Telder and Myrtle Jacobsen; and her brother-in-law, Carroll Telder. Karen...
Loranza "Ren" Tackett
Feb 10, 2023
Loranza "Ren" Tackett, age 89 of Marne, passed away on Friday, February 10, 2023. Ren was born in Paintsville, Kentucky, the son of William and Eva Tackett. In the 1960's Ren worked for Reith & Riley Construction and help pave 28th Street. He also worked for Able Grinding, Michigan Stamping and Plating, and finished his career working for Arrow Door...
Richard Francis Thome
Feb 6, 2023
THOME - Richard (Dick) F. Thome, age 96 of Sparta, passed away peacefully on Monday February 6th, 2023. Dick was preceded in death by his wife Sally, brothers Walter, Erwin, Don, Bob, and sister Dolores. He is survived by his brother Joe (MaryAnn), son Rich of Sparta Michigan, son and daughter-in-law Bruce and Jennifer of Avon Indiana, daughter and son-in-law...
Richard Rohloff
Feb 4, 2023
Our beloved father and grandfather, Richard Michael Rohloff unexpectedly passed away on Saturday, February 4, 2023. He was 83 years old. Richard was born to John and Gertrude Rohloff on February 19,1939 in Grand Rapids, Michigan. He graduated from Grand Rapids Catholic Central High School and held his religious beliefs throughout his life. Richard bravely served in the 11th Airborne...
Marjorie M. Bell
Jan 31, 2023
Marjorie Marie Bell passed away January 24, 2023, at Valley View Care Center at the age of 99. She was the daughter of Ralph and Mabel Hively. Marjorie was preceded in death by her parents and sister Margaret. Growing up the family spent many summers camping on Green Lake near Interlochen. Margie was the happiest when she was outside hunting...
Dawn Marlene (Depung) Pawloski
Jan 21, 2023
Dawn Marlene Pawloski of Comstock Park, MI, age 89, passed away Saturday, January 21st, 2023. She was born to Earnest and Marie (Rector) DePung on December 6th, 1933, in Walker Township. Dawn is survived by her beloved children, Rick (Lynne) Hopkins, Terry Hopkins, Steve (Judy) Pawloski, and Michael (Amy) Pawloski; nine grandchildren and many great grandchildren; and many more family...
Dennis Eugene Young
Jan 20, 2023
Dennis Eugene Young left this world on January 20, 2023, in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Dennis was born in Battle Creek, Michigan, on December 18, 1945, to John Deo and Juanita Merle (Spradlin) Young. He was their only child, and was encouraged throughout his childhood to be curious and independent. He graduated from Battle Creek Lakeview High School in 1964. During...
Michael Ray Larson
Jan 20, 2023
Michael R. Larson of Comstock Park, MI, age 59, passed away on Friday, January 20, 2023. He was born to Robert and Marilyn (Ring) Larson on April 28, 1963, in Grand Rapids, MI. He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Marilyn; sister, Joyce Larson. Michael is survived by his sister, Barbara Larson; aunt, Evelyn Ring; and many...
Patricia Ellen (Stevens) Alt
Jan 13, 2023
Surrounded by her family, Patricia Ellen Alt, age 80, of Comstock Park, passed away peacefully into eternal rest on Friday January 13th, 2023, after a courageous year and a half battle with cancer. Patricia was preceded in death by her parents, Donald and Virginia Stevens; her niece; Stacey Kelly; her father-in-law and mother-in-law, Joseph and Caroline Alt; her sisters-in-law and...
