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Edwards Jr., John. 10/7/1944 - 11/27/2023. Grand Rapids, Mi

Ray Roberts Obituary. Roberts, Ray. 6/12/1933 - 7/13/2023. Ray Roberts, passed away at home on Thursday, July 13. His family surrounded him during the last week of his life. Ray was a gentle man much loved by his friends and family. He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Francina Kooiman Roberts; his sons, Ray Brian (Judi) Roberts and Dirk ...Jeffrey Alber Obituary. Jeff Alber, age 66, of Grand Rapids, Michigan, was called by God on December 29, 2023 unexpectedly in his home. He was preceded in death by Thomas F. Alber/Elaine J. (Meyer) Alber (parents), Janice Alber (sister), and Kathleen Troupe (Sister). Surviving are: Jordan (Amber) Alber, Joshua Alber (Fiance Samantha Bordeaux ...

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Grand Rapids Press. Last Name "Bommelj­e" Allendal­e, MI. Dorothy Campbell. Published 05/25/2024. Campbell, Dorothy 11/10/1938 - 5/25/2024 Dorothy Jean Campbell, age 85, of Grand Rapids, MI, formerly of Alsip, IL passed away peacefully, Saturday, May 25, 2024, at her residence. She was born November 10, 1938, in Chicago, IL to her lovin...Bill Doezema Obituary. Doezema, Bill Willard (Bill) Doezema, born September 7, 1938, went to his eternal home on Thursday, February 29, 2024, while surrounded by his loving family. He was a graduate of Oakdale Christian School, Grand Rapids Christian High, Calvin College, and received his Master's Degrees in Education as well as in School Social Work at the University of Michigan.Gay Heckel Obituary. Gay Lyn (Handlogten) Heckel, age 77, was called home to her Lord and Saviour Sunday, March 3, 2024. She was preceded in death by her parents, George and Virginia (Laug) Handlogten and husband, Hal Heckel. Gay enjoyed spending time with her children and grandchildren and drove school bus for Coopersville Public School.Rose McIntyre Obituary. McIntyre, Rose. Rose Mae (Koster) McIntyre, age 91 of Grandville, on the basis of her personal faith in Jesus Christ her Lord and Savior, entered into His presence November 18, 2023. "Blessed in the sight of the Lord is the death of His saints." Psalm 116:15.8/8/1937 - 11/25/2023. Grand Rapids. Marie Pongracz Neil, 86, of Grand Rapids, MI, passed away on Saturday, November 25th after a life full of joyful memories, beloved family and friends, meaningful work, and dedication to significant issues of advocacy. Marie was predeceased by her husband, Richard (Dick) Neil who she was married to for 62 ...Ronald Szirovecz Obituary. Szirovecz, Ronald Caledonia, Michigan Ronald M. Szirovecz, age 78, went home to be with his Lord on Friday, January 26, 2024. Ron was born on May 5, 1945 to the late Michael and Margaret Szirovecz in Grand Rapids, MI. After working for a short time as a licensed barber, Ron went on to work at Gear Research for 34 years, serving as plant supervisor for many of those ...Dale Sommers Obituary. Dale Sommers age 78, passed away November 4, 2023 at home. Survived by his loving wife Kathy of 56 years, a wonderful family including two sons; Jonathan (Jennifer) and Aaron (Aimee) and four grandchildren; Jack, Ben, Luke and Silas. Also surviving are his sister, Judy Sommers, in-laws Jim (Kim) Johnson, Mary Johnson and ...David De Boer Obituary. De Boer, David B. Byron Center, MI. David Brian DeBoer was ushered safely into the arms of Jesus on Thursday, October 26, 2023, after a two-year battle with Sarcoma. He was born on June 20, 1963, in Sheboygan, Wisconsin to William and June (Buteyn) DeBoer and married the love of his life, Beth (DeVries) on …Audrey was born June 14, 1934 in Grand Rapids to Jean and Elmer Heeren, and graduated from Grand Rapids Christian High School in 1952. ... Published by Grand Rapids Press from Oct. 2 to Oct. 3, 2023. Sign the Guest Book. Memories and Condolences for Audrey Wiltjer. ... Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy's news editor on NPR podcast.Marvin Post Obituary. On Thursday, June 22, 2023, Marvin Post, age 93, of Byron Center, entered through the pearly gates and was greeted by his Heavenly Father. He served in the U.S. Army and was assigned to a hospital in Germany. Having a strong faith and a love for his Heavenly Father, Marvin could be found reading his Bible daily.Dove, Michael J. DOVE, Mr. Michael J. Dove, age 77, of Alpine Twp, passed away unexpectedly at home on February 29, 2024. He was preceded in death by his parents, Earl and Mary E. Dove; and brothers, Albert and Bill (Penny) Dove.Agnes Schwartz Obituary. Agnes Ann (Umlor) Schwartz, age 75 of Marne passed away peacefully on Saturday February 10, 2024. She was preceded in death by her parents Wilfred and Helen (Schoenborn) Umlor, In laws; Herman and Evelyn (Armock) Schwartz, sisters; Alvina Hockey and Bertha Meier, brother LaVerne Umlor, Sister in laws; Pat Schwartz and ...Get the latest Grand Rapids/Muskegon Local News, Sports News & US breaking News. View daily MI weather updates, watch videos and photos, join the discussion in forums. Find more news articles ...Roy Jebb Obituary. Jebb Jr., Roy Roy James Jebb, Jr., 89, of Grand Rapids, entered into eternal rest on Monday, March 4, 2024. He was preceded in death by his parents; Roy and Caroline Jebb, and his brother, Robert Jebb. Roy will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 68 years, Janet (Bajema) Jebb; his children, Lori Jebb and Steven Sr. (Angela) Jebb; grandchildren, Justin (Samantha) Jenema ...2/7/1990 - 12/27/2023. Megan Winegar, age 33, passed away unexpectedly at her home on December 27, 2023. She was born on February 7, 1990 in Grand Rapids to Joseph Winegar and Michele (Leas) Winegar. After graduating from City High School, she continued her education at DePaul University in Chicago. Looking for adventure and stretching her ...Feb 14, 2023 · Sandy Katsma Obituary. Katsma, Sandy 8/2/1942 - 2/14/2023 Sandy Katsma (VanArk), age 80, of Jenison, surrounded by family, was called home to be with her Heavenly Father on February 14, 2023. Born and raised in Wyoming, MI, she loved spending time with her family, grandchildren, and many friends. Sandy will be remembered for her devotion to God ...H. Soet Obituary. Judge H. David Soet, age 88, passed away in his sleep Friday, October 27, 2023. He was born and raised in Grand Rapids, Michigan, attending Creston High School and Grand Rapids Junior College. David received his bachelor's (1958) and law degrees (1961) from the University of Michigan. He served in the Army Reserves.Obituaries. Callaway, Irene Drake6/30/1935 - 3/25/2024East Grand RapidsIrene Drake Callaway of East Grand Rapids passed away on March 25, 2024. She was born in Macon, GA on June 30, 1935. She grew ...Christine Marie Janicki (Yonker), born December 13th, 1989, tragically passed away on Tuesday, March 19th 2024, along with her baby boy, Xavier Ignatius. Chris was the love of her husband, David's life while they were married for over 6 breathtaking years. Together they have two beautiful children, Jackson (6) and Theodore (3).John Twiss Memoriam. Twiss, John. 3/22/1949 - 1/5/2023. When you took my hand. All those years ago. I said I'd never let you go. And our journey together began. But when the Eagle came. To take you Home.James Holtvluwer Obituary. Holtvluwer, James 2/11/1942 - 3/29/2024 James Henry Holtvluwer, age 82, of Georgetown Township, went home to his Lord and Savior on March 29, 2024. James loved Jesus, his family, and serving those in his community. He was a longtime member of Ridgewood Christian Reformed Church where he served in numerous capacities.Joyce Folkertsma Obituary. Folkertsma, Joyce Elaine aged 79, from Grand Rapids, MI, passed into her new life on December 19, 2023; a glory so long anticipated. She is survived by sisters-in-law, Beverly Folkertsma and Norma Kapteyn; a brother-in-law, Albert DeVries; as well as numerous nieces and nephews along with their children and grandchildren.Cameron DeVries Obituary. DeVries, Cameron. 4/24/2007 - 11/17/2023. Grand Rapids. Cameron Ryan John DeVries, passed away unexpectedly on November 17, 2023. He is survived by his Mom & Dad, Andrea & Erick DeVries Dominguez; Father, Michael Majewski; Girlfriend Adriana Angeles; Grandparents Andy & Marcy DeVries, Mike & Penny Majewski, Ginger ...

Gwen Hibbard Obituary. Gwen Williams Hibbard, a long-time resident of East Grand Rapids and Ada, passed away on September 18, 2023. Gwen was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and friend to many. She was also an avid art collector, teacher, social activist and humanitarian. Born in Osh Kosh Wisconsin, Gwen was raised in Fox Point, Wisconsin and ...George Rykse Obituary. George J. Rykse, aged 84, of Rockford, passed on November 8, 2023. He was preceded in death by his parents, Neil and Marjorie Rykse; parents in law, Frank and Marge Doran; brothers in law, John Doran, Thomas Doran; sisters in law, Sue Ann Savage, Anne Biondo. Brothers in law, Gordon Arnoys and Joseph Biondo;JoAnn Boom Obituary. Boom, JoAnn JoAnn Edith (Vonk) Boom, aged 84, the best wife, mom, and grandma ever, ran into the arms of Jesus on Monday, October 2, surrounded on Earth and in Heaven by her beloved family. JoAnn grew up in Grand Rapids and Wyoming, Michigan and attended Wyoming Park High School. Her life changed forever when she met Charlie (Dan) Boom in sophomore English.Byron Center, MI. Garry Junior "Dutch" Veldhouse, age 80, went to be with his Lord on Wednesday, August 30, 2023. He was preceded in death by his parents, George and Tena Veldhouse; brothers, Howard Veldhouse and Roger Veldhouse; sister, Judy (Gordon) Sterken; sister-in-law, Marlene Veldhouse; brother-in-law, Gerald DeYoung.

James Geerling Obituary. James Martin Geerling, age 91 of Grand Rapids, passed away peacefully at Trinity Health on Friday October 27, 2023 surrounded by his family. He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 58 years, Betty, his parents John C. and Helen F. Geerling, his brothers John and Bill, and his sister Marlene Ann Feuerstein.Erik Feldt Obituary. Feldt, Erik Jon. 4/1/1984 - 11/8/2023. Grand Rapids. age 39 of Grand Rapids, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 8th at his home. He will be remembered, in part, for his resilience and determination. Erik was born in Ypsilanti, Michigan on April 1, 1984, to Kenneth and Diane Feldt.Raymond Moser Obituary. Raymond G. Moser, age 96, passed away on Monday July 24, 2023. He was preceded in death by his wife Evelyn M Moser in 1999. Surviving are his children Richard and Barbara Moser of Allendale, Michigan and Jim and Dena Moser of Bristol, Tennessee, and Grandchildren Amanda and Nate Bobb of Allendale, Michigan and Joshua ...…

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Lucille Arndt Obituary. Arndt, Lucille Marie. 4/11/1924 - 8/3/2023. Lucille Marie (Harnish) Arndt passed away on August 3, 2023, at Heron Manor, Grand Rapids, MI. Lucille was born on April 11, 1924, to Joseph and Adeline Harnish in Byron Center, MI, and was raised in Dorr, MI. She graduated from Wayland High School and married Otis Arndt, also ...There will be a service in celebration of Jacob's life at 12 noon this Sunday December 17th at Cascade Fellowship Church, 6655 Cascade Rd. SE, Grand Rapids MI 49546. All the events are in the Lower Level of the church. Visitation 12-1, service 1-2 and light meal and fellowship 2-3.

A program from the National Institutes of Health hopes to increase the number of tests in the US from 800,000 per day to at least 6 million. Despite having the highest infection ra...A Memorial service will be held on Saturday, February 3, 2024, at 11:00 am, at First Park Congregational Church, 10 E. Park Place NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503, with family receiving friends one hour prior to the service. Memorial donations can be made in Cathy's name to Park Congregational Church or the Humane Society of West Michigan.

Irene Callaway Obituary. Callaway, Irene Drake. 6/30/1935 - 3/25/ Roy Jebb Obituary. Jebb Jr., Roy Roy James Jebb, Jr., 89, of Grand Rapids, entered into eternal rest on Monday, March 4, 2024. He was preceded in death by his parents; Roy and Caroline Jebb, and his brother, Robert Jebb. Roy will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 68 years, Janet (Bajema) Jebb; his children, Lori Jebb and Steven Sr. (Angela) Jebb; grandchildren, Justin (Samantha) Jenema ... Barton, Michaella. Michaella Elizabeth Barton age 25 oMass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Anthony of Padua Cath Dec 13, 2023 · Gerrit J. Ruiter, age 90, of Grand Rapids passed away Sunday, December 10, 2023 at the Raybrook Nursing unit of the Holland Home. He was born in Platte, South Dakota on December 9, 1933. Gerrit was a graduate of Calvin College. He was drafted into the Army upon graduation and Gary married Eileen Van Eizenga upon his completion of basic training.George Rykse Obituary. George J. Rykse, aged 84, of Rockford, passed on November 8, 2023. He was preceded in death by his parents, Neil and Marjorie Rykse; parents in law, Frank and Marge Doran; brothers in law, John Doran, Thomas Doran; sisters in law, Sue Ann Savage, Anne Biondo. Brothers in law, Gordon Arnoys and Joseph Biondo; Today is a sad day for us. Little did we know th Today is a sad day for us. Little did we know that on January 5, 2023 we would have to say goodbye . Losing a longtime friend ( Bill considered you a brother), is so much harder than we thought. You are thought of often~ all the fun times~ New Years Eve- hunting~ Canada fishing trips~ Sandy Pines~ playing cards. To much to mention.William Huizenga Obituary. Dr. William, Huizenga 4/22/1938 - 12/24/2023 Dr. William J. Huizenga, age 85 of Zeeland went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Sunday, December 24, 2023. He is survived by his wife Judy, his son Rev. Bill and Amy Vander Werp, his grandchildren Bill Vander Werp and Tim Vander Werp; his brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law: Jerry Sytsema, Jim and Suann Zwiers, Mark ... Find the latest obituaries and death notices from Grand Rapids, MI fuCarol Beernink. Published 05/24/2024. Beernink, CaEvan Nawrot Obituary. Nawrot, Evan Kentwood, MI Evan Riley, Sandra Sandra Kay Riley, age 71 of Grand Rapids, went to be with the Lord Monday January 8, 2024. She was preceded in death by her parents William and Dorothy Riley, and her sister Louise Stuenkel. Surviving are: her siblings William (Joann) Riley, Nancy (Jeff) Miller, Suzanne Riley, Barbara (Kim) Smith, Maria (Mark) VanPortfliet and Matthew (Christine) Riley; many nieces and nephews. 1/12/1942 - 6/14/2023. David Gardner Frey, 81, passed peacefull Lucy Kaminski Obituary. Kaminski, Lucy Lucy A. Kaminski (Kurlenda) age 87 of Grand Rapids went to be with the Lord on Thursday March 14, 2024. Lucy was preceded in death by her husband Ronald D. Kaminski. She will be missed by her 5 children Susan (Steven) DeBoer, Carol Hoyle, Stanley Kaminski, Sharon (Mark) Wamser, Marcia Ayers; her 15 grandchildren Candice DeBoer, Britani DeBoer, Jason (Amy ... Carly Lignell Obituary. Lignell, Carly. Carly Kristen Lignell, a[Memorials in Sister Marie Celeste Miller's name may be made to thGet ratings and reviews for the top 7 foundation com James DeGraff Obituary. James H. "Jim" DeGraff, age 81, walked on on Sunday, December 24, 2023. Jim served in the US Navy and was an active participant in the Cuban Missile Crisis aboard the USS Shadwell. He worked 27 years as a Kent County Sheriff's Deputy. After retirement, Jim volunteered for ten years in the Vita tax program as a translator ...The family will receive friends and family at Metcalf & Jonkhoff Funeral Home on Tuesday January 23, 2024 from 2:00 - 4:00pm and 5:00 - 7:00pm 4291 Cascade Rd. SE. Grand Rapids, MI 49546. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday January 24, 2024 at 11:00am at East Congregational Church, 1005 Giddings Ave. SE Grand Rapids, MI 49506.