Obituary Listing

Jun 16, 2025

Dale Richard Southworth, 70, of Grand Rapids passed away at the Oaks of Byron Center on June 16, 2025. Dale was born August 22, 1954 in Pigeon, MI to Donald Lee and Elizabeth "Bette" Ann Southworth.

Dale grew up on a farm in the land of sugar beets and cattle in the Thumb of Michigan. Two sisters...

Jun 4, 2025

Jaynee Joyce Hoag, aged 80, of Sand Lake, MI passed away on Wednesday, June 4, 2025 with her family by her side. Jaynee fought a long five and a half year battle with Alzheimer's Disease and is now with her Lord and Savior. She was a school bus driver at Sparta Area Schools for 24 years and retired in...

May 17, 2025

Barry Randall Cooper, born on December 11, 1955, in the bustling city of Detroit, passed away peacefully on May 17, 2025, in Grand Rapids, Michigan. A man of warmth and charm, Barry's journey on this earth spanned 69 years of love, laughter, and music, leaving a legacy of joy and kindness in his wake. As the third of eight...

May 12, 2025

Patricia Marie Shassberger, passed away on Monday, May 12, 2025, at The Oaks at Belmont, at the age of 85. Born in Grand Rapids, Michigan, Patricia led a life filled with love, faith, and dedication to her family.

Patricia was born on February 24, 1940 in Grand Rapids, MI to Albert and Juanita (Confer) Weersma . She...

May 9, 2025

Ronald Martin Ingersoll, passed away surrounded by his family on Friday, May 9, 2025, at St. Ann's Home. He was 83 years old. Ronald was born on September 27, 1941, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, where he would spend his entire life, contributing to the community he loved. He was a proud graduate of St. Joseph Seminary, and he dedicated...

Apr 16, 2025

Mary Kay Miller, beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 16, 2025, in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Born on Monday, September 19, 1932 to Anthony and Lillian Burch. Mary loved unconditionally and dedicated her life to her family and her faith.

Mary found joy and fulfillment in the simple pleasures of life, ensuring that...

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...