Obituary Listing

Dec 5, 2025

Kathleen Kay Stebbins (Nussdorfer), age 80, of Casnovia, Michigan, passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by the love of her family on Friday, December 5, 2025.  She was born November 1, 1945, in Casnovia, MI, to the late Julius and Frieda (Seelman) Nussdorfer.  Kathy married Robert Stebbins and together they celebrated 48 years of marriage before he passed...

Nov 15, 2025

Steven Louis Gerbers, age 76, of Grand Rapids, Michigan, passed away peacefully with his children by his side on Saturday, November 15, 2025.  He was born April 9, 1949, in Grand Rapids to the late Louis and Jean (Schouw) Gerbers.  Steve was a man of many trades. Early on he worked in a lumber yard and went on to...

Nov 15, 2025

Timothy Eric Christensen, age 58, of Sparta, Michigan, died on Saturday, November 15, 2025, following a courageous battle with cancer. Tim was born on March 11, 1967, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, to Roger and Elizabeth Christensen.

Tim was known for his playful wit and the way he brought humor into the lives of those around him. Above...

Nov 10, 2025

Ethelyn Joyce (Thompson) Anderson, age 89, of Ravenna, Michigan, passed away peacefully on Monday, November 10, 2025.  She was born December 8, 1935, in Ravenna, to the late John and Joyce (Elsworth) Thompson. On March 13, 1955, Ethelyn married the love of her life, Charles R. Anderson of Sparta, MI. They shared 51 wonderful years together before Charles passed...

Nov 10, 2025

Clara Louise (Thome) Longcore, age 96, of Comstock Park, Michigan, went to be with the Lord on Monday, November 10, 2025.  She was born July 27, 1929, in Plainfield Township, MI to the late Theodore and Antoinette (Dietrich) Thome.  Clara was a graduate from Catholic Central High School. On May 17, 1952, she married Walter Leroy Longcore at Holy...

Nov 4, 2025

George Michael Johns, known as "Mike", age 78, of Comstock Park, Michigan, passed away Tuesday, November 4, 2025, after a brief illness. He was born in Aurora, Illinois, on October 9, 1947, and raised in Plano, IL by the late Howard and Genevieve (Stephens) Johns. Mike graduated from Marmion Military Academy Aurora, Illinois, with the class of 1965. He...

Nov 1, 2025

Steven Wayne Howard, affectionately known as "Howie," age 56, of Comstock Park, Michigan, passed away on November 1, 2025.

Born on April 10, 1969, in Saginaw, Michigan, Steven was the son of Fielding Ronald and Marjorie Lee (Dean) Howard. He was a proud graduate of Coopersville High School, Class of 1987.

In 1990, Steven married...

Sep 12, 2025

Patricia "Pat" Lynn (Jager) Averill, age 84, of Sparta, Michigan passed away peacefully on Friday, September 12, 2025.  She was born December 25, 1940, in Grand Rapids, MI to the late Robert and Helen (Barnes) Jager.  Pat graduated from Coopersville high School with the class of 1959.  She then married the love of her life, Raymond Benjamin Averill on...

Sep 9, 2025

John "Jack" Carl Frueh Sr., age 91, of Grand Rapids, Michigan, went to be with the Lord, unexpectedly on Tuesday, September 9, 2025. He was the only child born to the late Carl and Elfrieda (Mudrich) Frueh, on April 4, 1934, in Grand Rapids, MI. Jack graduated from Creston High School with the class of 1953. He drove many...

Sep 4, 2025

Rose Leona (Piccard) Baker, age 92, of Alpine Township, Michigan, departed on her greatest journey to be in the arms of Jesus on Thursday, September 4, 2025.  She was a blessing to all with her faith in the Lord and devotion to her family touching many people. Rose was born February 1, 1933, in Alpine Township, to the late...

Sep 1, 2025

John Charles Armock, age 84, of Grand Rapids, Michigan passed away peacefully surrounded by the love of his family at his home on Monday, September 1, 2025. He was born May 17, 1941, in Sparta, MI, to the late Charles and Mildred (Vanofflen) Armock. John proudly served his country in the United States Navy during the Cuban crisis. He...

Aug 29, 2025

Philip A. Makinen of Grand Rapids, MI passed away peacefully at home on August 29, 2025 with his family by his side. Phil was able to celebrate his 97th birthday surrounded by friends and family. Phil is now re-united with Joyce, his wife of 55 years. He leaves behind his son, Leo; Leo's fiancée, Rebecca; grandson, Tyler; sister, Audrey;...

Aug 16, 2025

Harold "Putt" Fredrick Popma, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, passed away in the comfort of his home surrounded by family on Saturday, August 16, 2025, at the age of 83. Born on July 14, 1942, to Harold and Irene Popma, whom preceded him in death. Putt dedicated his life to his family, community, and passions, leaving a legacy of...

Aug 15, 2025

Sandra Lee Strobel, a devoted mother, grandmother passed away on Friday, August 15, 2025, at the age of 84. Born on June 2, 1941, in Chicago, Illinois to John and Ruth Green.

Sandra was a woman who found joy in life's simplest pleasures. She had a lifelong love for reading and movies, spending countless hours exploring new...

Aug 12, 2025

Leslie Ann Arenas, 51, of Grand Rapids, MI, went to be with her Lord and Savior on August 12, 2025. She was preceded in death by her father, Jose P. Arenas; daughter, Marissa Rodriguez; granddaughter, Alani Martinez; grandmother, Dominga Arenas and aunt, Maria G. Arenas.

Leslie is survived by her mother, Delia R. Cubarrubio, and her children:...

Aug 8, 2025

Michael Charles Dunham, age 79, passed away on August 8, 2025, in Grand Rapids, Michigan. He was born on April 12, 1946, in Grand Rapids to Frank and Donna Dunham. Michael grew up in the Creston neighborhood, where he formed lifelong friendships with Gary Lance, Robin Teachout, and Terry McCarthy, who he stayed in touch with since third grade....

Aug 7, 2025

Marie Kay (Thompson) Wallace, age 83, of Comstock Park, MI, passed away peacefully on August 7, 2025, surrounded by loved ones. She was born on June 1, 1942, to the late George Russell Thompson and Caroline Adah Thompson. Marie was preceded in death by her sister, Carol and her brother, Pete. She is survived by her husband, Ted Wallace;...

Aug 6, 2025

Timothy Craig Alman, age 79, passed away on Wednesday, August 6, 2025. He was preceded in death by his wife of 58 years, Ruth Ann Alman on June 9, 2024; his parents, Julian L. and Barbara June (Mauritz) Alman and his brother and sister-in-law, Thomas K. and Joyce E. Alman. Tim is survived by his daughters, Anne Marie (Steven)...

Aug 1, 2025

Susan J. Domeier, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend, passed away surrounded by family on Friday, August 1, 2025, at the age of 92. Born in Manila, Philippines, on March 13, 1933, Susan brought joy, love, and music into the lives of all who knew her.

Susan was renowned for her unwavering faith and love for...

Jul 29, 2025

Paul Michael Huiber, age 57, lost his battle with cancer on Tuesday, July 29, 2025 at his home in Walker MI. Born in Akron OH, Paul's family moved to Michigan when he was a young boy. Paul graduated from East Kentwood High School and Aquinas College. Paul and his wife, TK, were married for 32 years. Together they enjoyed...