Aiden Adams Obituary. Adams, Aiden 6/13/2005 - 3/13/2024 Aiden Kelly Adams, age 18, of Hudsonville, passed away unexpectedly in a car accident on Wednesday, March 13, 2024. He will be dearly missed by his parents, Susan Adams, Todd and Christine Adams; siblings, Lucas and Cecilia Adams, Nicholas Adams, Jacob Haseley, Anna Haseley; grandparents, Dean Adams, Herman and Sherry Harrington; niece ...Sydney Baxter Obituary. It is with profound sadness family and friends announce the untimely passing of Sydney "Syd" Caswell Baxter who passed away Monday, November 20, 2023, from complications of a stroke suffered in late July. Born on December 9, 1948, the second child of Harry M. "Bud" and Arlene Baxter, Syd grew up in East Grand Rapids and ...Garth Mann Obituary. Mann, Jr., Garth 7/19/1942 - 11/3/2023 Grand Rapids Garth Conger Mann, age 81 of Grand Rapids, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on November 3, 2023. Garth is survived by his beloved wife, Sue; children Bill & Tracey Mann, Roxann & Ken Bird; grandchildren Cindy Mann (fiance Jerry Heglar), Chris (fiancee Nicole) Mann, Andrew (finacee Desiree) Mann, Ellie Mann; great ...Richard Walkotten Obituary. Walkotten, Richard. 1/13/1942 - 12/26/2023. Richard John Walkotten, age 81, of Hudsonville, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, December 26, 2023. He was a proud veteran of the U.S. Air Force. Rich worked 37 years at General Motors on 36th St., first as a tool & die maker and later as CAD/CAM supervisor.2/8/1924 - 7/28/2023. Anita M. Gilleo departed for her next adventure the morning of July 28, 2023. She is preceded by her grandparents, Mathias J. and Bertha (Schwind) Alten; parents, Avery C. Gilleo and Eleanore Alten Gilleo; and by her brother Mathias Alten Gilleo. Left to tell her stories are her cousin Dianne (Demmon) Boozer; extended ...Glenn Prince Obituary. Glenn Willis Prince passed peacefully into his Savior's arms in the early hours of October 5, 2023. He is survived by his wife of 67 years, Audrey (nee Diephouse); children: Mike and Kathy Cok, Tom and Laura Prince and James and Allyson Koeman; grandchildren: Ben and Lauryn Cok, Travis and Merin DeKruyter, Kyle and Rachel ...The IRS does not allow funeral expenses to get deducted. However, you may be able to deduct funeral expenses as part of an estate. Here's how it works. Calculators Helpful Guides C...11/27/1969 - 5/21/2024. Daniel Joseph Ryan, of Grand Rapids, went peacefully to Heaven on Tuesday, May 21, 2024 after a courageous battle against cancer. He was 54 years old. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Jack & Liz Parsh and Thomas & Evelyn Ryan and his beloved Uncle David. Dan was born to his parents, Bob and Jackie …Roger Betten Obituary. Roger Louis Betten, Sr, age 80, of Coral, Michigan, died unexpectedly on Friday, October 27, 2023. Roger was born April 19, 1943, in Grand Rapids, Michigan to Ralph and Louise Betten. He graduated from Ottawa Hills High School and went on to attend Davenport University. On May 24, 1963, he married Jill Marie Wiebenga in ...Mildred Holtvluwer Obituary. Holtvluwer, Mildred "Milly" 10/9/1943 - 8/3/2023 Mildred "Milly" Holtvluwer, age 79, of Jenison, went home to be with her Lord on Thursday, August 3, 2023, after a short battle with cancer. Milly loved Jesus, her family, volunteering, hosting, teaching and traveling. She was a very talented seamstress who blessed others …Arthur Nacke Obituary. Nacke, Arthur A. Arthur A. Nacke, age 93, passed away on March 1, 2023. Art was born on January 22, 1930 to Alfred and Martha (Grebe) Nacke. After graduating from Merrill High School, Art went on to earn his bachelor's degree in Medical Technology from Michigan Tech. He served in the Army during the Korean War and was ...Melvin Northup Obituary. Melvin Lee Northup, age 82 passed away suddenly on October 26, 2023. Mel was born on October 11, 1941 near Floris, Iowa to Delbert & Daisy (Granby) Northup. On February 14, 1965, Mel married the love of his life, the former Joanna S. Gilchrist who survives. Mel was a professor at Grand Valley State University; teaching ...John Keenoy Obituary. Keenoy, John Robert. Shelbyville, MI. John Robert Keenoy, age 56, passed away on Friday, September 22, 2023. Survived by his wife, Melissa, children John (Alyssa) and Mackenzie, father John, stepmother Cheryl, stepfather Jim Woelfel, mother and father in law Stephen and Nancy Duczynski, siblings Bill (Lisa), David (Jada ...Mary Tobin Obituary. TOBIN (GELUSO), Mary Kay. 1/9/1962 - 9/12/2023. Grand Rapids. Tobin, Mary Kay (Geluso) age 61, passed away peacefully at home in the arms of family and friends. Mary Kay was born 1/9/1962 in Grand Rapids, MI, to the late James F. Geluso and Mary M. Milanowski (Hojnacki). Mary Kay was the oldest of the Geluso gang who roamed ...Patrick McCormack Obituary. McCormack, Patrick Mr. Patrick M. McCormack age 73 of Grand Rapids passed away on Thursday August 11, 2022. He was preceded in death by his parents Phillip and Sara McCormack. ... Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write. Read more. The Five Stages of Grief.Jacob Westmaas Obituary. Westmaas, Jacob 12/12/2023 Grand Rapids Jacob "Jake" Westmaas was born in Cadillac, Michigan, to Andy Westmaas and Penny Stilson Westmaas, and was joined by a sister, Rachel Westmaas, in 1996. Jake lived in northern Michigan and in Grand Rapids, and graduated from Northern Michigan Christian in McBain, MI and from Grand Valley State University in Allendale, MI.Taylor, Cheryl Cheryl Lynn Taylor, passed away on the early morning of August 24th, 2023 at the age of 72. She was reunited with her heavenly parents, Laura and Miner Jelsma. Cheryl was born and raised on the westside of Grand Rapids. After she graduated from Union High School in 1969, she pursued her degree in education at Western Michigan University.Published by Grand Rapids Press from Feb. 12 to Feb. 19, 2023. Sign the Guest Book. ... Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy's news editor on NPR podcast ... Obituary Templates - Customizable Examples and Samples. These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier. Read more.Find Grand Rapids Press Obituaries and death notices from Grand Rapids, MI funeral homes and newspapers. Discover the latest obits this week, including today's.Jan 28, 2024 · Janice Kay VanderWal, age 59, passed away January 26, 2024 with her loving family by her side. Jan was born November 21, 1964 in Grand Rapids to the late George and Ruth (Diepstra) Werkema Jr. She was also preceded in death by her in-laws, Lavone Smith, Wayne VanderWal and Dick Laman. Jan was a longtime cashier at Jack's Service Center.Maxine De Looff Obituary. De Looff, Maxine 11/26/1944 - 1/20/2024 Maxine Edna De Looff, lovingly known by her family as Nonnie and her friends as Max, passed away unexpectedly on January 20, in Grand Rapids at the age of 79. She was born on November 26, 1944, in Grand Rapids to Herman and Edna (Van Den Berge) Huls. Maxine married her sweetheart, Arthur De Looff, on January 17, 1964; they had a ...Alison Postma Obituary. Alison Joy (Knoll) Postma, age 34, went to be with her Lord on Tuesday, February 13, 2024. She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Milton and Maxine Haase, and Arnold Knoll. Alison is survived by her children, Mason Randall and Evie James Postma; parents, Randy and Marijo Knoll; brothers and sisters, …Cynthia Ferwerda Obituary. Cindy went home to meet her beloved Jesus on Sunday morning, September 3, 2023. Having lived a life marked by winsomeness and delight in her Savior, we trust her homegoing was filled with joy. In April of 1955, she entered the world in Minneapolis, MN as the third (and she'd say spunkiest) daughter of four born to ...Robert Majewski Obituary. Majewski, Robert "Bob" 5/13/1934 - 6/30/2023 Grand Rapids, formerly of Hesperia Robert "Bob" J. Majewski, age 89 of Grand Rapids, formerly of Hesperia, passed away Friday, June 30, 2023 at his home following a decline in his health. Bob was born on May 13, 1934 in Grand Rapids to Albert and Esther (Bengston) Majewski and later married Betty Blish on June 7, 1958 in ...May 9, 2023 · Michael Lampani Obituary. Lampani, Michael R. 5/1/2023. Grand Rapids. Michael R. Lampani, aged 77, of Grand Rapids passed away May 1, 2023, he is survived by his brother and sister in law, Gerard and Mary Lampani, sister Roberta Chapman and sister in law Betty Lampani. He was a proud and loving Uncle to his 53 nieces and 46 nephews.Andy Mast Obituary. age 76, of Grand Rapids, went to be with his Lord and Savior on July 8, 2023. He was preceded in death by his parents, Neal and Jacoba Mast; son, Matthew Mast; daughter, Liz Mast; and two brothers, Arie and Jim Mast. Andy is survived by his wife of 55 years, Coby; children, Dave & Gina Mast, Emily and Jeffrey …1/4/1967 - 1/22/2024. Spring Lake. Shannon Grace Shier, age 57, passed away Monday, January 22, 2024, after bravely battling cancer. She was born January 4, 1967, in Dallas, Texas, to Jake and Johannah (Cargill) Riley. Her family would move to Lawton, OK and she graduated from Lawton High School in 1986. On February 24, 2018, she married Adam ...Harvey DeGood Obituary. DeGood, Harvey. 6/12/1940 - 2/26/2024. Grand Haven. Harvey J. DeGood of Grand Haven, Michigan and formerly of Rockford, Michigan, went to his heavenly home on Monday, February 26, 2024. He grew up in Grand Rapids with his four sisters. He attended South High School and graduated in 1958.Ronald Brinks Obituary. Brinks, Ronald 9/17/1946 - 8/16/2023 Ronald Brinks, age 76, of Hudsonville, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 16, 2023 after a courageous battle with cancer and now is with Jesus. Ron was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and uncle. He had a servant's heart and loved serving his community through his church, work, and friends.Patricia Alt Obituary. Alt, Patricia Surrounded by her family, Patricia Ellen Alt, age 80, of Comstock Park, passed away peacefully into eternal rest on Friday January 13th, 2023, after a courageous year and a half battle with cancer. Patricia was preceded in death by her parents, Donald and Virginia Stevens; her niece; Stacey Kelly; her father ...Mildred Holtvluwer Obituary. Holtvluwer, Mildred "Milly" 10/9/1943 - 8/3/2023 Mildred "Milly" Holtvluwer, age 79, of Jenison, went home to be with her Lord on Thursday, August 3, 2023, after a short battle with cancer. Milly loved Jesus, her family, volunteering, hosting, teaching and traveling. She was a very talented seamstress who blessed others …On Friday, December 8, 2023, God called Gail into eternity from Grand Rapids, Michigan. The memorial service to honor and celebrate Gail's life will be held on Saturday, January 6, 2024, at Woodward Baptist Church, 2160 76th Street SW, Byron Center, Michigan 49315 at 2:00 p.m. Please come prepared to give thanks for the wonderful woman Gail was ...Michael Lampani Obituary. Lampani, Michael R. 5/1/2023 Grand Rapids Michael R. Lampani, aged 77, of Grand Rapids passed away May 1, 2023, he is survived by his brother and sister in law, Gerard and Mary Lampani, sister Roberta Chapman and sister in law Betty Lampani. He was a proud and loving Uncle to his 53 nieces and 46 nephews. The Celebration of Life service will be held at St. Anthony of ...Jean Brouwer Obituary. Brouwer, Jean K. Cutlerville, MI Jean K. Brouwer, age 79, entered into the arms of Jesus on Thursday, December 7, 2023. She was preceded in death by her parents, Karl and Margaret Geers. Jean will be lovingly remembered by her husband of 49 years, Phil; children, Jason (Abby) Brouwer, Betsy (Nick) Fernandez; …Donna Lareau Obituary. Lareau, Donna 3/17/1936 - 8/24/2023 Grand Rapids On August 24, 2023, Donna June Lareau passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family. She was 87 years old, born March 17, 1936 in Grand Rapids. Donna was a proud Lithuanian who we affectionately called the "Lithuanian Princess".Keith Ide Obituary. Keith R. Ide, age 67, passed away Thursday, December 14, 2023 while in the company of his family. He was born in the spring of 1956, in Grand Rapids, MI to Robert and Deloras Ide. Keith is preceded in death by his wife Elise, father Robert and sister Susan Brooke. Surviving are his daughter Rachel (Xzavier) Wolgamuth, son ...Notenbaum, Marie. 5/1/1929 - 12/31/2023. Marie Bertha (Sturm) Notenbaum, age 94, of Wyoming, was called home to be with the Lord on Sunday, December 31, 2023. She was preceded in death by her husband, Earl Notenbaum; children, Robert, Randy, Richard, Patricia, and Sherry; and other family members in heaven who preceded her.Robert Clark Obituary. Clark, Robert William 9/24/2023 Grand Rapids Robert William Clark, 83, of Grand Rapids, Michigan, passed peacefully on September 24, 2023. He was born to John and Ivy Hansen Clark in 1939. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his siblings, Jack, Tom, and Carol, as well as his only granddaughter, Winter Amanda Petrovich.Visitation will take place 2-4pm and 6-8pm, Thursday, March 7, 2024, at O'Brien-Eggebeen-Gerst Funeral Home, 3980 Cascade Rd. SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49546 with a Rosary Service following at 8pm. Mass of Christian Burial will be 10am, Friday, March 8, 2024, at Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church, 151 Garfield Ave SW, Grand Rapids, …Carly Lignell Obituary. Lignell, Carly. Carly Kristen Lignell, a beautiful and talented leap year baby born February 29, 1988, passed away unexpectedly on February 22, 2024. Carly was truly a child of God with a loving heart and a quiet gentle nature. Her smile would light up a room, and her laughter was a joy to hear.Mary Warner Obituary. Mary Arden Warner (TerHaar), age 86, went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ early Saturday morning, January 13, 2024. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Russel D. Warner; parents Alfred and Jennie Ter Haar (DeKok); and sisters Betty Overbeek and Nella Williams. Mary will be remembered with love by ...Steffan Swift Obituary. Steffan Alan Swift age 29 of Sand Lake unexpectedly passed away Saturday, November 4, 2023 at his home. He was born June 6, 1994 in Grand Rapids, MI the first son of Gary and Nancy (Perry) Swift. He is an amazing dad, husband, son, brother and friend. His girls and family mean the world to him.Here is when and how to view the main funeral services for the 41st president of the US. George H.W. Bush, the 41st US president, died last Friday (Nov. 30), aged 94. Memorial serv...Linda Kozlowski Obituary. Linda Frances Kozlowski (VanGessel) age 74 of Grand Rapids went to be with the Lord on Thursday November 9, 2023. Linda now joins in heaven her parents William and Verna VanGessel; her sisters Patricia, Jeanne, Nancy and Annette. She is survived by her husband of 51 years Robert; her daughter Kara; her son Michael ...James Howard Obituary. Howard, James Franklin 4/24/1946 - 1/17/2023 Grand Rapids age 76, went home to be with the Lord in the early morning hours of January 17, 2023, surrounded by the loves of his life. Jim was an avid reader, thinker, philosopher, teacher, entrepreneur, humorist, patriot, epicurean, agronomist, the biggest Notre Dame …Thomas McWhertor Obituary. McWhertor, Thomas Thomas Emmett McWhertor, age 72, went home to be with the Lord on August 17, 2023 at his home in Grand Rapids, MI, after a struggle with renal cancer. Tom was born in Sharon, PA on March 19, 1951 to Harold and Jean (Clark) McWhertor. He was motivated by a deep belief that God is actively at work in the world and will one day bring all creation and ...Marilyn Summers Obituary. Summers, Marilyn Marilyn Jean Summers, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on October 16th, 2023, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, following a valiant effort to recover from a stroke. She was preceded in death by her parents, James Gill and Catherine Lucille Way, and both brothers, Jim Way and Tom Way.Paula Garza Obituary. Garza, Paula A. Caledonia, MI Born 11/14/52 in Grand Rapids, MI Paula Ann Pleger Garza used up the last of her nine lives on November 24, 2023 having spent one final holiday surrounded by her beloved children. With a talent for adopting strays - be it feline or human, she made sure her home was everyone's home. Gregarious, creative, sweet, dedicated, humble, tenacious ...Gary Oisten Obituary. Gary Lee Oisten passed away on Tuesday, March 19, 2024 at the age of 77 after complications from a stroke. Gary was born in Allegan, Michigan on July 24, 1946 to Herman and Marjorie (Russon) Oisten. He was preceded in death by his parents, his sister, Nancy Page, and brothers-in-law, Roger Page and Glen Hinesley.Natalia Hernandez Obituary. HERNANDEZ - Natalia (Cavasoz) Hernandez age 89, of Grand Rapids, passed away on January 28, 2024. She was born in Falfurrias, TX on January 1, 1935 to her parents, Pedro (Juanita) Cavasoz she was one of thirteen children. Natalia is survived by her seven daughters, Sylvia (Richard) Alighire, Janie (Francisco ...Thomas Klein Obituary. Thomas Edward Klein, MD age 89, of Grand Rapids, passed away peacefully on October 20, 2023 at his home, surrounded by his loving family after a courageous battle with cancer. Dr Klein was born in Grand Rapids, MI to Sidney and Beatrice Klein on October 5, 1934. He graduated from Central Highschool in …He was preceded in death by his parents and grandson James Porter. A time of visitation will be held from 5:00 until 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, August 9, 2023, at Rockford Springs Community Church 5815 14 Mile Rd NE, Rockford, MI 49341. Ronald's family and friends will gather for a funeral service at Rockford Springs Community Church on Thursday ...Patterson Alward Obituary. Alward, Patterson B. Patterson B. Alward (Piddy) entered into the presence of his Lord and Savior on January 26, 2023 in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. He was born April 27, 2001 in Saginaw, Michigan and moved to the greater Grand Rapids area as a toddler. Piddy grew up a happy child and lived his life to the fullest.Kaminski Sr., Robert. Mr. Robert B. Kaminski Sr. age 86, of Grand Rapids, passed away January 25, 2024. Preceded in death by his parents, Walter and Loretta Kaminski; first wife and Mother of his children Josie M. Kaminski and son Steven F. Kaminski.Donna Sacha Obituary. Sacha, Donna Mrs. Donna Ruth Sacha (Veneklase) age 63 of Grand Rapids went to be with our Lord and Savior on August 19, 2023. She was preceded in death by her father Donald Veneklase and her sister Karen Veneklase. Donna will be deeply missed by her husband of 30 years Steven Sacha; her children Michael (Kate), Fr. David, Thomas (Madelyn), Andrew (Heavan), Elizabeth and ...Mark Gillett Obituary. Gillett, Mark Hilliard 10/13/1950 - 12/14/2023 Charleston, SC Mark Hilliard Gillett, age 73, of Charleston, SC., died Wednesday, December 14th from a short but fierce battle with ALS. Mark grew up in East Grand Rapids and graduated from EGR High School. He attended Michigan State and received his degree in horticulture.