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Stephen "Steve" E. Randolph
Jan 14, 2026
Stephen "Steve" E. Randolph, a beloved father, grandfather, and brother, peacefully departed this world on Wednesday, January 14th, 2026, at the age of 87. Born on June 13th, 1938, in the town of Lexington, Michigan but resided in Hesperia. Steve lived a life filled with love, adventure, and service.
Steve was a proud Navy veteran, having served his country with dedication...
Barbara Jean Crofoot
Jan 13, 2026
Barbara Jean Crofoot, a beloved mother, sister, grandmother, and friend passed away peacefully at the age of 99 on Tuesday, January 13th, 2026, in Grandville, MI. She was born on November 15, 1926 to George W. Martin and Georgia (Patterson) Martin.
Barbara is survived by her daughters: Alice (Randy) Zuidema, Carol Rummelt, and Mary Foley. She was the proud grandmother to...
Melissa "Missy" Inez Webb
Jan 13, 2026
Missy (Melissa) Inez Webb, 71 of Newaygo, passed away unexpectedly, but peacefully surrounded by her family, January 13, 2026 at Gerber Hospital, Fremont, Michigan.
Born August4, 1954 in Summit, New Jersey, to Robert and Helen (White) Skinner. She worked many jobs, long distance phone operator, national reservationist for Holiday Inn’s, and admitting administrator at St. Mary’s Hospital, Grand Rapids, Michigan. She...
Lavern Royal Nyson
Jan 7, 2026
The Lord stretched out His arms and welcomed LaVern "Vern" Royal Nyson to his eternal home on January 7, 2026, after a long, courageous battle with cancer and simply growing older.
Vern was born on December 9, 1935, in Goodwell Township, Michigan, to Alden and Ruth (Smatts) Nyson. Â He attended Fremont Schools and graduated from Fremont High...
Jerrylyn Antoinette Miller
Jan 6, 2026
Jerrylyn Antoinette (McLean) Miller, age 95, of White Cloud, MI, passed away peacefully on Jan. 6, 2026, surrounded by her devoted husband and loving family.
Jerrylyn was born on February 26, 1930 in Wyoming Twp., MI. A creative heart, she was a beautician, seamstress, and wedding florist. She enjoyed creating pottery, painting, and collecting antiques. Among her passions were caring for...
Mary Ellen (Midge) (Manciu) Slater
Jan 2, 2026
Mary Ellen (Midge) Slater, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed peacefully on Friday, January 2nd, 2026, at her home in Holton, MI. She was born on Monday, September 11th, 1944, in Fremont, Michigan, to George and Buddy Manciu. Mary was 81 years old.
Mary lived a life full of dedication both to her family and her...
Jeffrey William Cowles
Dec 29, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Jeffrey William Cowles, who departed this life on December 29, 2025, at the age of 71. Born on November 21, 1954, in Saginaw, Michigan, Jeffrey was the cherished son of Lucille Cowles and the late Harold Cowles. He is survived by his devoted mother, Lucille Cowles.
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Pamela Rae (Smith) Silverthorn Newfer
Dec 25, 2025
Pamela Rae (Smith) Silverthorn Newfer, age 67, of Newaygo, went home to be with our Heavenly Father on December 25th, 2025.
Pamela was born in southern California on June 9th, 1958, to Robert Smith and Alma Meeuwenberg. Pamela married James Silverthorn and had two children: Tabatha (Brandon) Derby and Jason (Jennifer) Silverthorn. Pamela later married Andrew Newfer...
Duane Verne VanDuzen
Dec 24, 2025
Duane Verne VanDuzen, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, educator, and community leader, peacefully passed away on December 24, 2025, at the age of 97. Born in Detroit, Michigan, Duane's life was a radiant testament to love, service, and dedication.
Duane spent his formative years in Belding, eventually finding his niche in Fremont, where he planted deep...
James "Jim" Manfred Helgemo
Dec 24, 2025
Gone from our sight, but never to be forgotten, Jim Helgemo, 83, of Fremont, Michigan passed away peacefully on Wednesday, December 24, 2025, Â at The Cottages at Martin Lake.
​Jim was born on July 10, 1942, to Chester and Verle Helgemo. He graduated in 1961 from Dimondale High School and earned a Bachelors and Masters Degree from...
James Stephen Booher
Dec 22, 2025
James Stephen Booher, 90, of Hesperia, passed away peacefully on December 22nd, 2025.
Jim was born on January 7th, 1935 to James and Manila (Gleason) Booher in Hesperia, MI. Jim lived his entire life in Hesperia.
Jim was preceded in death by his parents, 6 brothers and 2 sisters.
He is survived by his loving wife of 49 years, Rita (Carr) Booher, children,...
Terry "Maxx" Love Estes
Dec 21, 2025
Terry Love Estes, lovingly known to many as "MAXX", passed away unexpectedly on December 21, 2025, at the age of 45, in Fremont, Michigan. His passing leaves a profound emptiness in the hearts of all who knew and loved him.
Terry was a deeply loving, caring, and selfless man. He had a natural instinct to look out...
Ginger (Rabe) Miller
Dec 20, 2025
Ginger Miller, age 75 of White Cloud, passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by family on December 20, 2025, in White Cloud, Michigan.
Ginger was born on February 10, 1950, in Wyandotte, Michigan to Rolf and Edna Rabe. Sister to Erika (Rollie) Fisher. Ginger later met and married Robert Miller on May 9, 1975. Together they...
Lynn Robert Wardell
Dec 18, 2025
Lynn Robert Wardell, 88, passed away peacefully on December 18, 2025, in Fremont, Michigan.
Lynn was born on January 11, 1937, in Rochester, New York, to Lynn Addison Wardell and Jane Elizabeth (Timleck) Wardell. From an early age, he was known for his steady character, strong sense of responsibility, and love of learning-qualities that remained with him...
Michael John Clough, Sr.
Dec 17, 2025
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Michael John Clough Sr., a beloved husband, father, brother, and grandfather. Michael was born on Sunday, October 23, 1949, in Peoria, Illinois, and peacefully passed away on Wednesday, December 17, 2025, at his residence in Grant, MI.
Michael is survived by his devoted spouse, Kathleen L...
Aaron R. Cunningham
Dec 16, 2025
Aaron Cunningham, age 45, was born on October 21, 1980, in Creston, Iowa. He passed away tragically on December 16, 2025. Aaron was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, son, brother, and friend whose life was defined by love, service, and resilience.
Aaron was the beloved husband of 26 years to Carla Vining-Cunningham. He was a proud and...
Margaret Kelly Mumford
Dec 16, 2025
Margaret Kelly Mumford, 65, of Grant, passed away surrounded by love.
Margaret was preceded in death by her mother, Bev; in-laws, Carol and Lee. She is survived by her beloved spouse, Dan; her children, Gabe, CJ (Kaylie), Brittani (Amanda); her stepfather, Rich; her grandchildren, and siblings who brought her immense joy.
Margaret had a deep...
Mary Ann (Poland) Kass
Dec 16, 2025
Mary Ann Kass (Poland), age 79, passed away peacefully on December 16, 2025, in Fremont, Michigan. Born on June 20,1946, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, Mary lived a life marked by dedication to her family, hard work, and a generous spirit that touched all who knew her.
Mary was the beloved daughter of Lester and Minnie Poland, both...
Wade Douglas Webster
Dec 11, 2025
Wade Webster was a man whose life was defined by faith, compassion, and words. An author and vlogger, Wade had a gift for communicating truth with sincerity and heart. Whether through the written word or spoken reflection, he used his voice to encourage others, point people toward God, and remind them they were never alone.
Wade loved...
James "Jim" Richard Craig
Dec 8, 2025
James Richard Craig, a beloved husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, and cherished member of his entire family, passed away peacefully on Monday, December 8, 2025, at the age of 74. Born on April 27, 1951, in Ionia, Michigan, to Richard and Elizabeth Craig, Jim lived a life full of service, love, and craftsmanship.
Jim's life was marked...
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