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Charles Lillibridge

Charles Lillibridge

May 26, 2021

Charles Frederick Lillibridge, age 90, passed away Wednesday, May 26, 2021. He was born in Marne, MI to the late Charles and Elizabeth (Ashenbrenner) Lillibridge. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his wife Sally Lillibridge, brothers Gordon Lillibridge and Arvin Lillibridge, infant brother Phillip Lillibridge, sister Aleah Brouwer and brother-in-law Chuck Brouwer and sister-in-law...

Ruby Loudermilk

Ruby Loudermilk

May 23, 2021

Ruby R. (Holden) Loudermilk, age 85, passed away Sunday, May 23, 2021 with family at her side. She was born in Crystal Valley, MI to the late Eliger and Ettie (Harvey) Holden. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband’s Peter Verschueren and Randy Loudermilk, sons Thomas Verschueren and Anthony Verschueren, daughter Diane Verschueren...

Robert Clark

Robert Clark

May 19, 2021

Robert “Bob” Louis Clark, age 76, was called home to his Lord unexpectedly Wednesday, May 19, 2021. Bob was born in Cheboygan, MI to the late Thomas and Marie (Shasta) Clark. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his infant brother Thomas and sister Ardis Sherman. Bob was a member of Ottawa Center Chapel, served...

Dale Konyndyk

Dale Konyndyk

May 12, 2021

Dale Allan Konyndyk, age 59, passed away Wednesday, May 12, 2021. Dale was born in Grand Rapids, MI to Clarence and Joan (Koldenhoven) Konyndyk. He was preceded in death by his father Clarence. Dale truly loved his family – especially his two sons and his grandchildren. He taught them, and many others, how to fish, how to hunt, and...

Juanita "Corky" Lane

Juanita "Corky" Lane

May 8, 2021

Juanita F. “Corky” Lane, age 85, passed away Saturday, May 8, 2021. Corky was born in Huntington, West Virginia to the late Shirley and Ruby (Bragg) Trosper. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband George Lane and sister Isabelle. Corky was a women of faith and enjoyed reading her Bible. She held various...

William Versluys Sr.

William Versluys Sr.

Apr 30, 2021

William Albert “Wild Bill” VerSluys Sr., passed away Friday, April 30, 2021 at his home in Grand Rapids. Bill was born in Brookings, SD., to the late William and Dorothy (Story) VerSluys. He was a graduate of Coopersville High School and was employed as a cook at The Beltline Bar for over 30 years.  Bill was a kind, compassionate...

Arlene Spoelman

Arlene Spoelman

Apr 28, 2021

Arlene M. Spoelman, age 87, of Ravenna, passed away Wednesday, April 28, 2021. She was preceded in death by her husband John, two daughters, Baby girl Spoelman at birth and Mary Spoelman, brothers, Vernon, Leon, Dale and Faye and also sister, June. Arlene loved the Lord and was very strong in her faith. She also loved her grandchildren, birds...

Robert Gillespie

Robert Gillespie

Apr 27, 2021

Robert Allen Gillespie, age 65, of Conklin, passed away Tuesday, April 27, 2021 at his home with family at his side. Bob was born in Grant, MI. to the late Gerald and Delores Gillespie. He served in the U.S. Army and worked as a Press Operator. He enjoyed the outdoors and was an avid hunter. Bob is survived by...

Scarlett Campbell

Scarlett Campbell

Apr 25, 2021

On Sunday morning, April 25, 2021, Scarlett Rae Campbell, age 3 mos., passed away and Heaven gained a beautiful Angel. Scarlett overcame many obstacles over the last 14 weeks and she loved snuggle and nap times with Mom. She is survived by her parents, Brandyn and Becky Campbell; sister, Alexis; brother, Kaiden; grandparents, Scott and Sonja Campbell, Kristi Brooks...

William Dedinas

William Dedinas

Apr 24, 2021

William “Bill” DeDinas, age 78, of Marne passed away Saturday, April 24, 2021 at his home with family at his side. He was born in Grand Rapids, MI. to the late Edward and Zoie (Franzak) DeDinas.  Bill loved spending time with his family especially his three grandsons, was an avid golfer and enjoyed spending time at his cottage on...

David Kuieck

David Kuieck

Apr 15, 2021

David H. Kuieck, age 80, passed away Thursday, April 15, 2021 after a three year battle with cancer and COPD . He was born in Grand Rapids, MI to the late Harold and Marjorie (Doornbos) Kuieck. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister Valerie Parker. Dave’s career highlight was being the creator and...

Lee Mccurdy

Lee Mccurdy

Apr 11, 2021

Lee J. McCurdy, age 82, of Coopersville, passed away Sunday April 11, 2021. Lee retired from Coopersville Schools where she worked as a Custodian. She loved her grandchildren and family time. She will be deeply missed by her son, Gerald (Lisa) Schaller; daughters, Terry (Doug) Sherman and Linda Hautekeete and Bruce Rydzeski; 9 grandchildren; 18 great grandchildren with one...

Warren Hawley

Warren Hawley

Apr 4, 2021

Warren A. Hawley, age 86, passed away Sunday, April 4, 2021. He was born in Marne, MI to the late Ernest and Dorothy (Lillibridge) Hawley. In addition to his parents Warren is preceded in death by his sons Mark Hawley and Mathew Hawley, and bother Elwyn Hawley. Warren loved to spend time outdoors, watching Nascar and spending time with...

Nancy Booth

Nancy Booth

Apr 4, 2021

Nancy (McLean) Booth, age 76, passed away Sunday, April 4, 2021. She was born in Grand Rapids, MI to the late Nelson and Clara (Brown) McLean. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband John Booth in 2010. Nancy was very active, loved to travel, work on crafts, writing books, and working on her...

Lois Grotenrath

Lois Grotenrath

Apr 1, 2021

Lois Grotenrath (Kiaunis) (Franck), age 86 of Cedar Springs formerly of Marne, passed away Thursday, April 1, 2021. She was born in Big Rapids, MI to the late Otto and Flossie (Carlton) Franck. Lois was a graduate of Big Rapids High School and the Butterworth School of Nursing where she earned her RN Degree. She worked at Ferguson and...

Frances "Fran" Wiegerink

Frances "Fran" Wiegerink

Apr 1, 2021

Wiegerink, Mrs. Frances “Fran” Wiegerink, age 90 of Coopersville, passed away Thursday, April, 1, 2021. Mrs. Wiegerink was known as “Grandma Fran” to many people in Coopersville. Fran was a long-time member of the Coopersville VFW women’s auxiliary. She worked as Santa’s helper and would shop for the gifts they gave away. She baked many cakes for God’s Kitchen...

Melvin Molyneux

Melvin Molyneux

Mar 31, 2021

Melvin L. Molyneux, aged 91, of Coopersville, passed away Wednesday, March 31, 2021 following a short illness. He was a Dairy Farmer all of his life. Melvin loved the land, John Deere Tractors and antique farm equipment. He was preceded in death by his parents, Raymond and Olive (Hoek) Molyneux; brother and sister-in-law, Robert and Shirley (Kooistra) Molyneux and...

Timothy Speck

Timothy Speck

Mar 31, 2021

Timothy Blaine Speck, age 68, passed away Wednesday, March 31, 2021. He was born in Grand Rapids, MI to the late Nelson and Eleanor (Chedister) Speck. In addition to his parents he is also preceded in death by his brother Aron Speck, father and mother-in-law John and Patricia Deederly. Tim’s passion was fishing in Michigan, Florida and Alaska. He...

Douglas Kulicamp

Douglas Kulicamp

Mar 24, 2021

Douglas Kulicamp, age 79, of Coopersville, passed away Wednesday, March 24, 2021. He was born in Coopersville, MI to the late Claud and Esther (Meindertsma) Kulicamp. Doug was a member of Plumbers and Pipefitters Local #174 in Coopersville for over 50 years. For many years he was a 4-H leader, enjoyed following the program with his grandchildren. He is...

Ap Hurst

Ap Hurst

Mar 23, 2021

AP Hurst, age 86, of Allendale, passed away Tuesday, March 23, 2021. He was born in Jefferson City, TN to the late Avery and Dicey (Williams) Hurst. In addition to his parents, AP is also preceded in death by his son James “Jimmy” Hurst, siblings Reb Hurst, Duck Hurst, RV Hurst, Jay Hurst, Slim Hurst, Obey Hurst and sister...

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