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Doris Courtade

Doris Courtade

Aug 28, 2015

COURTADE - Doris M. (Homrich) Courtade, age 73, of Conklin, entered into eternal rest to be with her Lord and Savior, surrounded by her loving family on Friday, August 28, 2015. Doris was preceded in death by her parents, Fred and Katherine Homrich and sister, Maryanne Miller. She is survived by her loving husband of 55 years, Floyd Courtade; children,...

Jean  Van Eck

Jean Van Eck

Aug 17, 2015

Van ECK, (CASWELL) JEAN H., age 88, of Rockford, Michigan passed away peacefully in her home on Monday, August 17, 2015 after battling kidney disease over the last few years. She was preceded in death by her husband of 40 years, Bob VanEck; parents, Jay and Jenny Caswell; brother, Del Caswell; son in-laws, Denny Dagley and Doug DeWard. Jean is...

Sharon Hamacher

Sharon Hamacher

Aug 15, 2015

HAMACHER, SHARON A., age 79, of Grand Rapids (formerly of Portage), sweet, kind and loyal, Sharon slipped away to the loving arms of Jesus on Saturday, August 15, 2015 smiling and happy to the end. She endured a lengthy battle with cancer that showed us all how to live and die with grace and dignity. Sharon was preceded in death...

Allen Alexander

Allen Alexander

Aug 7, 2015

ALEXANDER - Allen Lee Alexander, age 64, of Grand Rapids, entered into eternal rest, on Friday, August 7, 2015. Allen was preceded in death by his parents, WT and Merna Alexander; sisters, Jackie and Jeanette Alexander. He is survived by the mother of his children and his life long friend, Patty Fowler; beloved children, Tonya Snowdin, Matthew (Rebecca Washington) Alexander...

William Stewart

William Stewart

Aug 3, 2015

STEWART, WILLIAM (BILL) F., age 72, of Walker, went to his Lord and Savior on Monday, August 3, 2015. Bill was preceded in death by his sister, Frances and brother, Dan. He is survived by his wife, Julia; sons, William (Diana), Wilson (Linda), Wayne (Michaela), Wendell, Tom (Stephanie), John (Monica), Luke (Jessica), Justin, Joshua (Shai), Jeremiah; daughters, Lynn, Amy (Michael),...

Alberto Flores

Alberto Flores

Aug 1, 2015

FLORES SOLIS - Alberto Flores Solis, age 35, of Grand Rapids formerly of Mexico, entered into eternal rest on Saturday, August 1, 2015. He was a very happy guy. Alberto enjoyed working as a mechanic. He loved music and was loved by many people. Alberto was a well known as "Cowboy." A private Service will be held with Rev. Father...

Catherine Meyers

Catherine Meyers

Jul 24, 2015

MEYERS - Catherine Ann Meyers (Gimby), age 55, of Kent City, went to her Lord and Savior, after a long battle with cancer of 23 years, on Friday, July 24, 2015. Cathy was preceded in death by her mother, Barbara Gimby. She is survived by her loving husband of 30 years, Dan Meyers; son, Ken Meyers; daughter, Karen (Brett) Billings;...

Marcella Thome

Marcella Thome

Jul 19, 2015

THOME - Our angel has left us. Marcella (Sally) J. Thome (Farrell), age 85, of Sparta, went to her Lord and Savior, surrounded by family, on Sunday, July 19, 2015. Sally was preceded in death by her sisters, Dorothy Ward, Mary Downes Blom and Helen Jakeway. She is survived by her loving husband of 50 years, Richard (Dick) F. Thome,...

Loreatta  Sears Isenhoff

Loreatta Sears Isenhoff

Jul 19, 2015

ISENHOFF - Loretta K. (Sears) Isenhoff, age 71, of Grand Rapids (formerly of South Dakota), sleeping and awaiting for Jesus Christ second coming into her life, on Sunday, July 19, 2015. Loretta is survived by her children, Julia and Marc Caverly and Wanda and John Lucht; grandchildren, Sarah (Bruce) Conner, Matthew Isenhoff and Marc Jr. (Stephanie) Caverly; great grandchildren, James...

Marian Martinez

Marian Martinez

Jul 18, 2015

MARTINEZ - Marian E. Martinez, age 52, of Grand Rapids, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Saturday, July 18, 2015. Marian is survived by her parents, Bill and Jean Kenyon; sisters, Crystal Lou and Sharon Herron; husband, Ruben Martinez; sons, Ruben and Gabriel Martinez and daughter, Elizabeth Martinez; grandsons, Tristin and Jaythan Martinez; granddaughters, Soraya and Lyana...

Dale Bronson Monday, June 29, 2015

Dale Bronson Monday, June 29, 2015

Jun 29, 2015

BRONSON - Dale Ernest Bronson, age 68, of Montague (formerly of Grand Haven) went to his Lord and Jesus Christ on Monday, June 29, 2015. He is preceded in death by his parents, Douglas and Evelyn; brothers, James and Douglas Jr. Bronson. Dale is survived by his wife, Claudette; beloved children, Jeff and Tricia; brothers and sisters, Cindy (David) Leonard,...

Ernest Drayton

Ernest Drayton

Jun 25, 2015

DRAYTON - Ernest L. Drayton III, age 56, of Grand Rapids (formerly of Gowen) passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, June 25, 2015. The loving son, brother, father and grandfather will be greatly missed by the family he has left behind. No services will be held at this time. The family will have a private service at a later date.

Helen  Doreen Pitsch

Helen Doreen Pitsch

Jun 20, 2015

PITSCH, HELEN DOREEN - Helen Doreen (Morris) Pitsch, age 87, of Sparta, passed away into the loving arms of Jesus on Friday, June 19, 2015. Doreen was a wonderful and loving wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, aunt and friend who gifted everyone with her love and support. She was beloved by her grandchildren who lovingly referred to her as...

Jerry Roersma Wednesday, June 17, 2015  Sr.

Jerry Roersma Wednesday, June 17, 2015 Sr.

Jun 17, 2015

ROERSMA, JERRY C. SR. age 83, of Alpine Township,Jerry went to share heaven with our Lord, and the family and friends who preceded him on his journey to this new life on Wednesday, June 17, 2015 and within 2 hours was joined in passing journey by his sister, Betty Reed, in Hudson, FL. Jerry was only diagnosed with cancer in...

Rhonda Eadie

Rhonda Eadie

Jun 5, 2015

EADIE - Rhonda J. Eadie, age 51, of Cedar Springs, passed away peacefully on Friday, June 5, 2015. Rhonda was preceded in death by her mother, Beverly Eadie; niece, Rebecca Eadie and grandchild, Jordan Mourer. She is survived by her beloved children, Kari (Jacob) Edwins, Kelli (Brandon) Mourer, Kevin (Kasie) Schuitman and Heather Hoskins; precious grandchildren, Grace Barnes, Jeremy Mourer...

Martin Pulsifer

Martin Pulsifer

May 3, 2015

PULSIFER - Martin "Bud" L. Pulsifer, age 89, of Sparta went to his Lord and Savior on Sunday, May 3, 2015. Martin was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 66 years, Beth, in December of 2014. Martin is survived by his loving daughter, Beth Ellen (Robert) Babbitt; granddaughter, Holli (Ken) Young; grandson, Brian (Kristen) Babbitt; great grandchildren, Brandon...

Thomas  Leo Becker  Sr.

Thomas Leo Becker Sr.

May 3, 2015

BECKER - Thomas Leo Becker Sr., age 80, of Comstock Park entered into eternal rest on Sunday, May 3, 2015. He is preceded in death by his brother and sister in-law, Bernie and Evelyn Becker; brother in-law, Wally Parish; son and daughter in-law, Robert and Michelle Becker; son in-law, John Polega. Tom is survived by his loving wife of 61...

Rodney Kowalski

Rodney Kowalski

May 2, 2015

KOWALSKI - Rodney Kowalski, age 77, of Sparta, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Saturday, May 2, 2015. Rodney is survived by his loving wife, Lasia of 53 years, sons, Brian and Thomas (Patricia) Kowalski; grandchildren, Thomas (Kristin) Kowalski, Jennifer (Brad) Griffes, Joseph and Tyler Kowalski and eight great grandchildren. The Memorial Mass will be offered on...

Richard Hersh

Richard Hersh

Apr 25, 2015

HERSH - Richard Hersh, age 61, of Sparta, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Saturday, April 25, 2015. He is survived by his wife Rebecca, of 43 years; brothers, Larry (Melody), Terry (Tina) Hersh and Duane (Tammy) Ryman; sisters, Judy Hersh, Donna Rae Beachy, Donna Jo (Steve) Wendt; many nieces and nephews. Visitation with the family will...

Lynette Utic

Lynette Utic

Apr 20, 2015

UTIC - Lynette R. Utic, age 91, of Grand Rapids (formerly of Lansing), went to her Heavenly family in the arms of Jesus Christ on Monday, April 20, 2015. Lynette was predeceased by beloved husband of 62 years, Donald E. Utic; father and mother, Ernest and Marguerite (Kleist) Garrity. She is survived by her children, Christine (Kris) Hoover, Steven (Cynthia)...

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