Obituary Listing

Mar 20, 2025

Judy Raterink, age 65 of Grant, passed away Thursday, March 20, 2025. Judy was born to Ora, Jr. and Ellen (Wells) Laisure on November 21, 1959, in Fremont, MI. Judy married Scott Raterink on May 17, 1980, in Grant, MI.

Judy is survived by her husband, Scott; children, Brent (Sarah), Kevin (Kathrine), Kristin, Katelyn (Austin) Harris, Kailey,...

Mar 17, 2025

Brenda Rose Wever, a cherished wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on March 17, 2025, at the Corewell Health Blodgett Hospital in Grand Rapids, Michigan, at the age of 86. Born on February 5, 1939, in Fremont, Brenda's life was marked by her dedication to her family, her passion for her community, and her love of...

Mar 15, 2025

Janice Elaine Casey age 76 from Fremont, Michigan passed away peacefully on March 15, 2025 at Corewell Butterworth Hospital in Grand Rapids, MI. Born May 20, 1948 she was the oldest child of Fred and Helen VandenBeldt. She resided in Newaygo, Michigan where Janice's father owned a small grocery store. Janice earned her Bachelors degree in Education from Central...

Mar 13, 2025

George Allen Dickinson, aged 90, passed away early Thursday, March 13, 2025.  Born December 31, 1934 to Raymond "Ray" and Ruth (Waters) Dickinson in White Cloud, Michigan.  He graduated from White Cloud High School in 1954, entered the Army in 1955 and left the service as a SP3 from the 25th Infantry Division in 1957.  He returned home to...

Mar 12, 2025

Mary Jean Wells, age 87 of Fremont, passed away peacefully on March 12, 2025 at her home in Fremont, MI.

Mary was born on February 6, 1938 in Fremont, MI to Harvey & Jennie (Wolters) Dunning and married John Orren Wells on February 6, 1959 in Fremont, MI. John preceded her in death on May 6, 2019....

Mar 9, 2025

Born 03/29/1927 to Melvin & N. Beatrice (Brown) Williams in Petosksey, MI.  She was about 6 years old when her family moved to White Cloud on Baseline, where she was raised and attended White Cloud Public Schools, and graduated in 1945.

In August of 1945 she married Theodore Prestly, Sr.  Together they operated a 200-acre farm. They...

Mar 7, 2025

It is with heavy hearts we announce that on March 10th, 2025 Gary Miller, 79 years young passed away in his home in Hesperia. A loving and devoted husband and father. Married for 53 years to the love of his life, his late wife Sara Miller (Meeusen). Born February 17, 1946 in Muskegon MI to father Don Miller and...

Mar 6, 2025

Christopher Todd Bouwsma, age 61, of Sand Lake passed away March 6, 2025. Chris was born in Reed City to David E. and Belva M. (Peters) Bouwsma, August 3, 1963.

Chris graduated from Fremont High School and attended Central Michigan University. He is survived by two daughters, Alyssa (Jonathan) Smith and Leeanna Bouwsma-Burgess, six grandchildren, Maverick, Maddison,...

Mar 3, 2025

Helen P. Plas, age 73, passed away March 3rd, 2025, at Gerber Hospital. Helen was born on May 11th, 1951, in Detroit to Alexander and Josephine Szymanski (Rubacha).

She later married August (Gus) Plas, Jr. on September 15th, 1973. He preceded her in death on June 25th, 2007.

Helen enjoyed reading books, playing word games...

Feb 28, 2025

Gayle Elaine Spaulding, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, February 28th, 2025, at the age of 70. Born on Saturday, May 15th, 1954, in Muskegon, Michigan, Gayle lived a life full of love, generosity, and joy.

Gayle was a dedicated and valued employee in the aerospace manufacturing industry, committing...

Feb 25, 2025

Richard N. Scott, age 91 of Newaygo, passed away at home on February 25th, 2025. He was born on January 22nd, 1935 in Detroit, Michigan. Rich married Carolyn Hazel Young on September 28th, 1957. He was preceded in death by his wife, Carolyn Scott, his son; Randy Scott, and his grandson; Adam Scott. He is survived by his children;...

Feb 24, 2025

Maxine (DeCheney) Aishe passed away peacefully on February 24, 2025 after a life made rich by family and friends. Being born on August 8, 1943, Maxine was 81 years young. Maxine retired from Dura Automotive after 32 years. During that time, she made a lot of friends that she stayed in touch with even after retirement. Maxine continued to...

Feb 23, 2025

Aden Kerns passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 23, 2025, at the age of 90. Born in Denver Township, Michigan, on February 27, 1934,

A lifelong Michigan resident, Aden was a devoted husband to Julie and leaves behind a lasting legacy through his daughter, Heide, his granddaughter Elisabeth, and two cherished great-granddaughters, Lillie and Alexis. Also, numerous...

Feb 22, 2025

Kimberly Lynn Walker, a beloved mother, daughter, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on Saturday, February 22, 2025, at the age of 41. Born in Muskegon, Michigan, on February 9, 1984, Kim was the cherished daughter of Kathy (Pete) Kieft of Hesperia, MI, and the late Timothy W. Walsworth.

A longtime resident of Fremont, Michigan, Kimberly was...

Feb 21, 2025

Howard Allen Shafer, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and community member, went to be with Jesus on Friday, February 21, 2025, at his residence in White Cloud, Michigan. Born on May 10, 1940, in Hart, Michigan, Howard lived a full and dedicated life, marked by service, love, and commitment.

A graduate of Muskegon High School in 1958, Howard...

Feb 17, 2025

Helene passed comfortably on to the throne of grace after a short illness at age 90. Those waiting for her in heaven, are a 1000 generations of family, of strong God loving committed Christians (Deuteronomy 7:9) and what a reunion it is! The most anticipated, her mother Marie, twin sister Joanne, husband Stu and daughter Kimberly. Helene is survived...

Feb 15, 2025

Cherie Gaye (Gibson) Nauta, cherished mother, daughter, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on Saturday, February 15, 2025, at the age of 55. Born in the vibrant city of Grand Rapids, Michigan, on Friday, September 19, 1969, Cherie lived a life full of love, dedication, and an abiding commitment to her family and community.

A devoted homemaker,...

Feb 12, 2025

Lori Lynn Anderson (Brantman) passed away unexpectedly Wednesday, February 12th , 2025. Lori was born on October 5th , 1963, to Ronald and Connie Brantman in Muskegon, MI. She graduated from Mona Shores High School in 1981, before moving on to complete her Bachelor's and Master's Degrees at Western Michigan University. Learning was a lifelong passion for Lori, a...

Feb 11, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Gary Ernest Palmiter, fondly known as a loving father, devoted partner, and cherished friend. Gary departed this world on Tuesday, February 11, 2025, at the age of 80, at his home in Newaygo, MI. Born on December 27, 1944, in Monroe, Michigan, to Harley W. Palmiter and Erma...

Feb 11, 2025

Douglas Charles Plotts, age 60, of White Cloud, Michigan, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, February 11, 2025. Born on Tuesday, November 24, 1964, in Fremont, Michigan, Doug was known for his passion for the outdoors.

A true son of Michigan, Doug had a deep love for hunting and fishing. Whether on a quiet morning in the woods...