OBITUARIES

Jul 17, 2020

James M. Karnes, age 92 of Grand Rapids, passed away Friday, July 17, 2020. Jim was born in Loraine OH., to the late Willis and Viola (Freestone) Karnes. He served in the U.S. Navy during WW II and was employed as a Supervisor at Textron and Lear Seigler. Jim enjoyed spending time with his family, golfing, bowling, fishing, camping...

Jul 8, 2020

Susan Kay Hammond, age 69, of Coopersville, passed away Wednesday, July 8, 2020. Susan was born in Grand Rapids, MI., to the late Emerson and Thelma (White) Strong. In addition to her parents she was also preceded in death by her son-in-law Roger Williams Jr. Susan worked at Family Fare in Coopersville for 20 years in the Deli Dept....

Jun 29, 2020

John Steenstra, age 83, left this earthly life on Monday, June 29, 2020 to live forever with his Lord and Saviour after a short battle with cancer. He leaves behind the love of his life his soul mate and wife of 61 years, Hilda Steenstra. Together they were blessed with five children, Alice (Dave) Brinkert, Rick (Deb) Steenstra, Eric...

Jun 23, 2020

Hattie Lee Michael, age 93, passed away Tuesday, June 23, 2020. She was born in Tuscumbia, AL., to the late Tony and Mary Thomas. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband Clarence “Obie” Michael, and granddaughter Tammy Farmer. She is survived by her children, Shirley (David) Sexton, Tom Michael, Dora Johnson, Ellen Duncan,...

Jun 17, 2020

Jean Marie Lieffers, age 78, of Coopersville was called home to her Lord and Saviour Jesus on Wednesday, June 17, 2020. Jean was born in Grand Rapids, MI to the late Henry and Madeline (DeVos) Smoes. She was a graduate of Coopersville High School, Class of 1960 and worked at Jennies Bridal and Floral in Allendale for many years....

Jun 17, 2020

Mary Ellen Swart, age 79, passed away Wednesday afternoon, June 17, 2020. She was born in Grand Rapids to the late Walter and Anne (Vogt) Swart. She worked at St. Mary’s Hospital in the Food Preparation Dept. In addition to her parents she also was preceded in death by her brother, Stephen Swart. She is survived by her nephews...

Jun 15, 2020

Joanne Marie Kluting, age 82, of Coopersville, passed away peacefully Monday, June 15, 2020 at her home. She was preceded in death by her father, Herman Brown, mother Marie (VanDyke) Brown Arends and stepfather Robert Arends. Joanne was a loving, caring, wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother. She was a founding member of St. Gerard’s Guild and member of...

Jun 15, 2020

Dennis Gerald Cooper, age 75, of Grand Haven, passed away Monday, June 15, 2020. He was born in Muskegon, MI., to the late Marshall and Donna (Beardsley) Cooper. Dennis was preceded in death by his wife Barbara Cooper, daughter Tonya Cooper and sister Darlene Johnson. He will be deeply missed by his children, Todd (Tammi) Cooper, Trevor Cooper and...

Jun 14, 2020

Jean Frances (Peck) Klein, age 81, of Coopersville was called home to heaven Sunday, June 14, 2020. Jean was preceded in death by her parents, Fredrick and Marion (Hoban) Peck, husband Francis (Frank) Klein Jr. and sister Mary Smith. She worked for Comerica Bank as a teller in Coopersville and Marne retiring after 25 years of service. Jean enjoyed...

Jun 6, 2020

Frederick Merwyn Kromer, age 83, of Coopersville and Spring Lake, passed away Saturday, June 6, 2020. Fred was born in Polkton Twp. to the late Lavern and Ruth (Darbee) Kromer. He was also preceded in death by his brother Raymond Kromer, and infant sister Caroline Kromer. Fred was a graduate of Coopersville High School and served in the U.S....

Jun 5, 2020

Mary Jean Mengel, age 94, was called home to her Lord on Friday, June 5, 2020. Mary Jean was a life-long resident and graduate of Coopersville, faithful member of Coopersville United Methodist Church, and worked over 26 years at Coopersville Schools as the supervisor and head cook over the hot lunch program. She was a member of the Coopersville...

Jun 4, 2020

Betty E. (Barding) Sheridan, age 87 of Allendale, was taken up by the angels to see her Lord and Savior on Thursday, June 4, 2020 at her home. Holding her hand was her loving husband and Best Friend of 69 Years, Robert Sheridan. She is proceeded in death by her Parents, Everett & Genevieve (Durham) Barding, Daughter, Terri Lynn...

May 26, 2020

Donald Wayne LeMaire, age 72, went to heaven May 26, 2020 while enjoying the farm he so loved. Don was born September 6, 1948 in Chicago to Kenneth and Eunice (Nicodem) LeMaire. On April 15, 1972, Don married Mary Helen Moomey of Caledonia, and she survives him.

Don served in Vietnam in the U.S. Army and served...

May 25, 2020

VELDMAN- Mr. Jay Veldman, aged 84, of Coopersville went to be with his Lord and Savior on May 25, 2020.  Jay was born on May 29, 1935 to Clifford and Marian (Busman) Veldman who preceded him in death. Jay was preceded in death by brother-in-law, Bert Schipper, sister Marilyn and brother-in-law Cal Meindertsma, and sister Sharon Young.  Jay is...

May 20, 2020

Michael James Okke, age 67 of Whitehall formerly of Marne passed away Wednesday, May 20, 2020. Mike was born in Grand Rapids, MI to the late Gervin and Lucille (Handlogten) Okke and was a graduate of Coopersville High School Class of 1971. He was employed as a butcher and enjoyed hunting and fishing. Mike is survived by his daughter...

May 15, 2020

Janet Kay (Tubbs) Denson, age 76, of Coopersville was called home to her Lord on Friday, May 15, 2020. Janet was born in East Grand Rapids to the late Donald and Irmaloy (Waite) Tubbs. She was a member of the Coopersville United Methodist Church and was a member of the Coopersville VFW Ladies Auxiliary. Janet was a very caring...

May 13, 2020

It is with great sadness that the family of Nina (Harkins) Heynen announce her passing on Wednesday, May 13, 2020, at the age of 93 years. Nina will be lovingly remembered by her son Eric, her sister Marian (Stan) Szudera, her grandson Gary Meringa II and his children Lucas and Lily.

Nina also sends her...

May 9, 2020

Susan E. Sandberg, age 65, passed away, Saturday, May 9, 2020 at Mary Free Bed Hospital in Grand Rapids, MI. Sue was employed as a bookkeeper for St Luke University Parish where she was also an active member of the church. Prior to her job at St Luke she worked for many years at Kmart stores as a store...

Apr 30, 2020

Kathy Lyn Devree, age 69, of Coopersville, was called home to her Lord and Saviour Thursday, April 30, 2020. Kathy was born to the late Bernard and Elaine (Combs) Devree the oldest of 3 children. Kathy was a loving caring person who enjoyed spending time with those around her. She was a member of Little Farms Chapel and enjoyed...

Apr 18, 2020

Robert W. VanOpynen, age 78, passed away peacefully at home on April 18 after a short illness.  He was surrounded in love and care by his immediate family.  Bob was born on July 12, 1941 in Grand Haven, MI.  After graduating high school in 1959, he joined the Navy and served overseas as a cryptologic technician until his honorable...