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Bonnie Jean (Mcqueen) Marshall
Aug 17, 2025
Bonnie Jean Marshall, 92, passed away on August 17, 2025 in her home. She was born in Muskegon, Michigan on January 6, 1933 to Floyd and Dorothy McQueen.
Bonnie enjoyed many years spent at the farm and creek, camping, and hunting. She loved yard sales and thrift shopping. On Sundays, she enjoyed dancing at jam sessions with...
Karen Gail Zick
Aug 16, 2025
Karen Gail Zick, a cherished resident of Fremont, Michigan, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 16th, 2025, at the age of 79. Born on Thursday, May 2nd, 1946, in Benton Harbor, Michigan, Karen lived a life full of love, dedication, and service to her community.
Karen was a devoted and inspiring educator, having earned a Bachelor's degree...
Krysta Lea Campbell
Aug 3, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the sudden passing of Krysta Lea Campbell, 35, on August 3, 2025. Born on March 14, 1990, she was the beloved daughter of Jody Mazurek and Jerry Campbell.
Krysta graduated from Oakridge High School in 2008 She was known for her great sense of humor and her unrestrained laugh....
Joseph Ray Jennings
Jul 30, 2025
Joseph Ray Jennings, a devoted Minister of Music and beloved choir director, passed away peacefully on July 30, 2025, in Big Rapids, Michigan, with his immediate family by his side. He was 83 years old.
Born on October 3, 1941, in Pontiac, Michigan, Joseph cultivated a lifelong passion for sacred music. He pursued his calling at Westminster...
Mary Elizabeth (Bowling) Burgess
Jul 30, 2025
On July 30th, 2025 Mary Elizabeth Burgess took her final bucket list vacation to meet her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, and our Father in Heaven. Mary was born February 21st, 1956 in Grand Rapids Michigan to Vernon and Frances (Veenstra) Bowling. She was the cherished sister of Matthew (Michele) Bowling, Michael Bowling, and Mark Bowling. Mary grew up...
Harold D. Cummings, Sr.
Jul 29, 2025
Harold D. Cummings Sr., 70, passed July 29, 2025. He was born in Akron, Ohio to the late Neal and Rose (Tate) Cummings, Jr. He was a graduate of Buchtel High School as well as Grand Valley State University. He was a retired member of the Boogie Down MC, Grand Rapids Chapter.
In addition to his parents,...
Jerry Elliott Hutchins
Jul 27, 2025
Jerry Elliott Hutchins passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 27th, 2025 at his home in Bitely, Michigan. Born in Wisconsin on Friday, June 18th, 1948, Jerry lived a life filled with adventure, and integrity.
He served his country honorably as a Crew Chief in the United States Army during the Vietnam War, a testament to his courage...
William J. Aishe
Jul 23, 2025
William (Bill) Aishe passed away peacefully on July 23, 2025 after a life made rich by family and friends. Bill was born on February 27, 1940. In his 85 years on this earth, Bill raised a family, owned a local carpet business – A&B Floor Covering, enjoyed hunting and fishing (especially fishing), and made lots and lots of friendships...
David R. Finney
Jul 21, 2025
David Finney, 73, passed away on July 21, 2025. A devoted husband, father, grandfather, and patriot, David lived a life defined by quiet strength, enduring faith, and unwavering love for his family and country.
Born on January 9, 1952, David shared 42 wonderful years of marriage with his beloved wife, Karen (Kari) Church Finney. He was a...
Michael Conley
Jul 21, 2025
Michael Keith Conley, 69, passed away on July 19, 2025 in Grand Rapids. He was born on April 13, 1956 at Gerber Hospital in Fremont to Keith C. and Joyce M. (Allen) Conley.
Mike's early years were spent on the family farm near Volney until they moved to Hesperia when he was seven, along with his sisters,...
Beverly Harris
Jul 18, 2025
Beverly Ruth Harris, 82, of Twin Lake, passed away at home on July 18, 2025 surrounded by her loving family. Born to Frank and Eleanor (Magnent) Macara on January 10, 1943 in Newaygo, Michigan.
On November 2, 1963, she married Francis (Skeeter) Harris. Together, they raised three children: Laura, Kevin, and Wanda, who preceded her in death....
Marcia Smalligan
Jul 17, 2025
Marcia Smalligan, age 86, passed away at her residence at The Brook Assisted Living in Newaygo on Thursday, July 17, 2025. Marcia was born in Canton, Ohio on October 18, 1938 to Clarence and Bernice Osborn. Marcia married David Smalligan on July 27, 1956. David preceded her in death in 2004.
Marcia spent a great deal of...
William Franklin Baker Sr.
Jul 17, 2025
On July 17, 2025, William F. Baker Sr., 73, of Grant, passed away peacefully at home. He was born on November 16, 1951 in Modesto, California to his parents, William Charles Baker and Lucille Pearl Baker. Throughout his life, William was lovingly known as "Trouble" to his loved ones and new acquaintances alike.
An avid fisherman his...
Michael J. Ohrling
Jul 8, 2025
Michael (Mike) John Ohrling was born on November 14,1941 to Walter Marvin and Edna Viola (Loftis) Ohrling in Muskegon, MI. Mike peacefully passed away on July 8, 2025 surrounded by his family.
On January 20, 1962 he married the love of his life Catherine (Kay) Lavigne and spent 63 wonderful years together. They had four children Adam...
Mary Gene (Towne) Ogg
Jul 7, 2025
Mary Gene Ogg (Towne) age 86, of Tallahassee, Florida and formerly of Newaygo Michigan, went home to be with her heavenly Father on Monday, July 7, 2025. Mary Gene was born on March 19, 1939 in Newaygo, Michigan to Eugene and Mary Towne (Aishe) and married Donald Merrill Ogg on October 20, 1956.
Mary Gene was always...
Helen Kay (Hornsby) Strong
Jul 6, 2025
Helen Kay (Hornsby) Strong, a cherished resident of Grant, Michigan, passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 6th, 2025, at the age of 77. Born on March 28th, 1948, in Bitely, Michigan, Helen lived a life dedicated to her family and community, filled with love, warmth, and caring service to others.
Helen was a beloved daughter to her...
Olivia Mason Vanboxel
Jul 6, 2025
Olivia Mason "Livvy" VanBoxel, age 20, passed away on July 6, 2025, in Hart, Michigan. Born on December 30, 2004, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, Olivia brought light and warmth into the world from the very beginning.
A recent graduate of CNA training, Olivia had already begun making a meaningful impact in her career. She worked at a...
Matthew Ryan Moomey
Jul 3, 2025
Matthew Ryan Moomey, age 40, of Newaygo, passed away on Thursday, July 3, 2025. He was born on August 15, 1984, to Rick and Jana (Ruell) Moomey, Sr. in Grand Rapids, Michigan.
Matthew was a hard working laborer. He enjoyed cooking, fishing, and gardening. One of the most important things to Matthew was his dedication to his...
Alan Michael Bleiler
Jul 1, 2025
Alan Michael Bleiler of White Cloud, Michigan, passed away at home on Tuesday, July 1, 2025, at 71 years of age. Born in Fremont, Michigan on October 31, 1953, Alan was a gentle, devoted and loving husband to Millie (Pettit) Bleiler and was married on May 21, 1994 (they recently celebrated their 31st wedding anniversary).
As a...
Joseph Clinton Torrey
Jun 26, 2025
It is with heavy hearts and deep sorrow that we say goodbye to Joseph (Joe) Clinton Torrey, a beloved father, grandfather, brother, uncle, partner, and friend, who passed away unexpectedly on June 26, 2025.
Joe was the kind of man who made you feel like family the moment you met him. Known for his infectious laugh, big...
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