Obituary Listing

Apr 1, 2025

Daniel Lee Pokora made his entrance into the world, two months premature, on October 19, 1942, in Grand Rapids, Michigan.  Dan was a curious, delightful, young soul who became the darling of the nursing staff at the hospital for the two months he spent getting ready to join his family.

The son of Albert and Bernice Pokora,...

Mar 24, 2025

Spencer Lee Griswold, a cherished son, brother, uncle, and friend, passed away on Monday, March 24, 2025. A graduate of Sparta High School, Spencer dedicated his career to the logistics industry. He was known for his love of cars, often spending his free time as a self-taught mechanic. He had a love for tattoos, music, animals, and traveling—a particular...

Mar 22, 2025

Asahel "Ace" Glen Fairchild, age 84 of Belding, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, March 22, 2025 under the loving care of family. He was born on August 25, 1940, at the family farm in Lowell, Michigan to Clyde and Irene (Bieri) Fairchild.

Ace grew up in Lowell, attending a small country school. He was very...

Mar 20, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Joan Frances Johnson. Joan took her last breath here on earth and started her heavenly celebration on March 20, 2025, at the age of 92. Born on August 3, 1932, in Toledo, Ohio, Joan lived a life of love, devotion, and remarkable strength.

A graduate of...

Mar 19, 2025

Dennis Murtland, age 56, of Belmont, passed away peacefully with his family around him on Wednesday, March 19, 2025, after a short battle with cancer. He was preceded in death by his father, Donald Murtland and is survived by his wife, Kimberly nee Bohland; mother, Susan; siblings, Chris (Dave) Leasure, Scot (Nicole) Murtland; his son Martin (Tiffani) Murtland, daughter...

Mar 19, 2025

Charles John Momber Jr., age 98, entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, March 19, 2025. He was preceded in death by his wife of 70 years, June M. (Antor) Momber; daughter, Dianne Lynn; son, Charles U. Momber III; sons-in-law, David Overbeek Sr., Lloyd Pitsch, and Joseph Mejia. Charles is survived by his dear friend, Cathy Moore; his children, Denise...

Mar 18, 2025

Joyce Winkler, age 88, of Sparta, MI, passed away peacefully at home on March 18, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on August 9, 1936, in Curtiss, Wisconsin, to Herman and Louise Buss.

She is survived by her children, Chuck Winkler Jr. (Connie Shirley), Leslie Winkler-Melle, and Steve Winkler; her grandchildren, Corey Brown (Scott),...

Mar 18, 2025

Geraldine (Gerri) Yost passed away Tuesday, March 18, 2025, at the age of 95.  She was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph (d. 1980): and special friend, Tony Schwendinger (d. 2014).  She is survived by her brother, David (Chris) Lumsden; children, Diane Sherd, Benjamin (Heather) Yost, Kelli (Alan) Larson; grandchildren, Melissa Yost, Leah Yost, Gwen Yost, Nolan Yost,...

Mar 14, 2025

Phyllis Diana Elizabeth Vilcans (Genter), age 78 of Comstock Park, MI went to be with her Lord and Savior on March 14, 2025.  She was preceded in death by her father and mother, Ray and Kittie Genter of Ludington, MI and her brother, Ray Genter.  She is survived by her beloved husband of 53 years, Egons; children, Clinton (Jodi),...

Mar 9, 2025

Eulices "Shorty" De La Rosa was born on August 9, 1987, in Grand Rapids, MI to Gilberto De La Rosa and Dolores Fraga. He grew up on the northeast side of Grand Rapids. He spent a few years in Lansing, MI as well, but Grand Rapids was always home. Eulices was preceded in death by his father Gilberto, who...

Mar 3, 2025

Jo (Josephine) Tackett, age 81, of Marne, MI passed away on Monday, March 3, 2025. She was preceded in death on February 10, 2023 by her husband of 60 years, Loranza (Ren) Tackett. They had no children. She was also preceded in death by her mother, at age 56, Rose Alberts; two brothers, Philip Backert in 2013 and Jeffrey...

Mar 3, 2025

Merlin Joseph Westrick, age 88, of Walker, entered into eternal rest on Monday, March 3, 2025. He was born on January 4, 1937 to Ambrose and Mildred (Fasbender) Westrick. Merlin is survived by his beloved daughter, Elizabeth Ann Westrick, who he took care of, then in turn she helped take care of him at the end; sister-in-law, Jane Calahan. ...

Mar 1, 2025

Judith Jennings Schuelke, age 72, went to be with her Lord Saturday, March 1, 2025.  Jude was preceded in death by her parents, Harry and Mary Lou Carlson.  She is survived by her husband, Ron; daughter, Shawna Rahn; grandson, Jayde Rahn; step daughter, Sara Sawyer; sisters, Leslie "Gay" (Mike) Kelly, Pamela (Dorsey "Oneil") Hill; brother, Pat (Elizabeth) Seanor; sisters-in-law,...

Feb 27, 2025

Fielding Ronald Howard of Belmont, MI., passed away peacefully on February 27, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.

Fielding, fondly known as Ron, was born to Fielding Tennyson Howard and Ella Mae Howard on October 24,1944, in Nashville, TN. He graduated from Saginaw High and loved playing football. He opened his first business at the age of...

Feb 26, 2025

Jean Carol Hullinger (a.k.a. Jeannie/Jennifer), passed away on Wednesday, February 26, 2025. Jean was born December 17, 1949, in Iowa and made Grand Rapids, MI her home. Jeannie made it to 75 years young, despite odds the doctors gave her. Jeannie followed her mom's footsteps and became a teacher. Jeannie not only went to school to become a teacher;...

Feb 24, 2025

Robert L. "Bob" Noppert, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on February 24, 2025, at the age of 92. Born on September 15, 1932, Bob's life was marked by his unwavering dedication to his family, his love of the outdoors, and his honorable service to his country.

Bob is survived by his cherished...

Feb 17, 2025

Daniel Lee Bogert, age 66, passed away, Monday, February 17, 2025.  He fought a brave fight against cancer.  He was a good friend to many and his family loved him.

He is survived by his mother, Donna Bogert; his sister, Amy Wise; two daughters, Jesica Bogert and Angela Bogert; an aunt, Jane Budde; nieces and nephews.

Feb 8, 2025

Gary Bozek, a devoted husband, beloved father, grandfather, and decorated Vietnam War veteran, entered into eternal rest at the age of 74. He is welcomed home by his parents, Daniel and Betty (Stuart) Bozek; his loving wife of 49 years, Patricia (Siegel) Bozek; his brother, Dan Bozek; his brother-in-law, John Twiss; his sister-in-law, Sandy Siegel; his brother-in-law, Greg Siegel;...

Feb 5, 2025

Patricia Ann (Finn) Adams, age 80, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Wednesday, February 5, 2025. She was preceded in death by her husband, James Wesley Adams; parents, Joseph and Helen (McCarthy) Finn; sister, Maria Kathleen; grandson, Harper Adams. Pat is survived by her children, Edward (Stephanie) Adams of Holland, Kevin Adams, and Michael Adams of Grand Rapids,...

Jan 25, 2025

Betty Ann (Sheafer) Brenner, age 64, of Grand Rapids, passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by the love of her family on Saturday, January 25, 2025. She was born August 13, 1960, in Kansas City, Kansas to the late Donald and Willo (Cole) Sheafer.

Betty married the love of her life, Robert Alden Brenner in Grand...