OBITUARIES

Jul 6, 2019

Bernice Marie (Veeneman) Throop age 91 of Coopersville passed away Saturday, July 6, 2019. Bernice was born in Polkton Twp. Michigan to the late Gert H. and Sophie M. (Moss) Veeneman. She worked many years as a Loan Officer for Huntington Bank. Bernice was preceded in death by her brother and sister-in-law Harvey and Louise Veeneman, sister and brother-in-law...

Jul 4, 2019

Gretchen Tyler Zoerner, aged 84, passed away unexpectedly at her home Thursday, July 4, 2019. She was born in Grand Rapids to the late Grey and Amelia Vogelsang (Tyler). In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Richard L. Zoerner and brother, Roger Vogelsang. Gretchen was an independent strong willed woman who enjoyed her...

Jun 12, 2019

Arthur Joseph Leach Jr., age 76, of Conklin, passed away unexpectedly at his home Wednesday, June 12, 2019. He was born in Detroit, MI to the late Arthur and Anna (Bisrticha) Leach. He was a charter member of the West Walker Sportsman’s Club, was an avid hunter, outdoorsman and enjoyed horseback riding. Art is survived by his daughter, Colleen...

Jun 9, 2019

Emma Fordham, age 103, was called home to her Lord and Savior on Sunday, June 9, 2019. Emma was a woman of deep faith. She was an avid gardener, seamstress, wonderful cook/baker and lover of birds and nature. Emma was preceded in death by her husband Irvin, son Timothy and daughters Jacquelyn “Jackie’ and Janice. Emma is survived by...

Jun 4, 2019

Joyce Elaine Zylstra, age 85, of Coopersville, was called home to her Lord and Savior, Tuesday, June 4, 2019. Joyce was born in Holland MI., to the late Leonard and Ella (Leeuw) VanLiere. She was a graduate of Holland High School and worked as a Nurse in her younger years prior to her marriage to her late husband Wilber...

Jun 3, 2019

James Ray Schafer, age 82, of Coopersville, passed away unexpectedly Monday, June 3, 2019. He was born in Polkton Twp. to the late Roy and Mildred (Simmons) Schafer. James was a lifelong area farmer and also retired from Leigh Products in Coopersville. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his half-brother Arthur Sullivan, half-sister Elizabeth...

Jun 2, 2019

Patricia A. Cappy (Albrecht), age 85, of Lamont, passed away Sunday, June 2, 2019. Patricia was born in Coopersville to the late Myron and Anna Marie (Mohrhard) Albrecht and was a graduate of Coopersville High School. Patricia met her husband Gerald Cappy while at a local barrel racing event. She enjoyed raising horses in her younger years, barrel racing,...

Jun 1, 2019

Esther Marie Ingalls, aged 76, passed away Saturday, June 1, 2019. Esther was born in Coopersville to the late Lewis “Bub” and Maxine (Leach) Albrecht. She enjoyed sewing, knitting, puzzles, watching the birds and hummingbirds at her bird feeders, wind chimes, classic country music and a good Bloody Mary. Esther is survived by her children,  Debra Ingalls, Diane Ingalls,...

May 26, 2019

Ruth Brifling, age 108, of Coopersville, was called home to heaven Sunday, May 26, 2019. She was born in Coopersville, MI. to the late John and Ethel (Mars) Hintz on Dec. 12, 1910. Ruth loved her Lord, children, grandchildren and great grandchildren and was a founding member of the Coopersville Bible Church. She was preceded in death by her...

May 25, 2019

Nellie Jeanette Walt, August 5, 1925 - May 25, 2019 age 93 formerly of Coopersville, MI.  She was a daughter of Henry & Gertrude (VanderVeen) Veeneman.  Nellie and Warren Walt were married October 31, 1945; he preceded her in death on September 10, 2001.

Together they have four children:  Donald J (Cathy), Joanne Sarut, Sandra (James) Wibby, Robert J (Leslie). She loved...

May 21, 2019

Wayne Elmer Scott, age 64, of Muskegon passed away after a brief battle with cancer on Tuesday, May 21, 2019. Wayne was born in Grand Haven MI and attended Coopersville High School. He enjoyed spending time with family and friends, woodworking, wine making, Harley Davidson motorcycles, cars, treasure hunting at flea markets and antique stores and was always busy...

May 19, 2019

Paul A. Magoon, age 36, of Coopersville, passed away unexpectedly Sunday, May 19, 2019. Paul worked at CD Tool and Gage in Walker. He was a graduate of Forest Hills Northern High School where he participated in wrestling and Baker College where he studied computer programing. Paul loved caring for the two special girls in his life his wife...

May 16, 2019

Grace E. Posthuma, age 98, of Coopersville, went to be with our Lord and Saviour on May 16, 2019. Born April 1, 1921 to John and Tena Bennink. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 55 years, Calvin Posthuma (1998), her son Calvin J. Posthuma (2012) and her sister LaDeane Sichterman (1999). Grace was a long-standing...

May 12, 2019

Alice Louise Kramer, age 76, of Coopersville, passed away Sunday, May 12, 2019. Alice was preceded in death by her parents, grandson, Danny Orr, 3 sisters, Doris, Mary and Jerry, 4 brothers, Dave, Bill, Roger and Bob. She was a lady who lived life to the fullest; she had a feisty personality, was a very hard worker and instilled...

May 8, 2019

Mrs. Delores J. Zimmer aged 92, of Coopersville,  passed away Wednesday, May 8, 2019 with her family by her side.  She was born January 29, 1927 the oldest of 5 girls to Ralph and Minnie (Lachniet) Tanis who preceded her in death.   Delores loved wintering in Florida, playing shuffle board, bingo and dancing with her husband Raymond F. Zimmer...

Apr 30, 2019

Joyce Elaine (Boss) Bowers, age 80, of Allendale, passed away unexpectedly at her home on Tuesday, April 30, 2019. Joyce was born in Grand Rapids to the late Jay and Marion (Simpson) Boss and was a graduate of Union High School. She was employed as a hostess at the Peppermill Grill in Standale where she had many friends. Joyce...

Apr 30, 2019

Tammy Marie Langlois, age 46, passed away Tuesday, April 30, 2019 after a long illness. She was a graduate of Wesley School in Muskegon, participated in Special Olympics, loved country music, her pom poms and her smile would always light up a room. She is survived by her parents, Brian and Connie Langlois; brother, Scott (Allison) Langlois; sister, Jamie...

Apr 29, 2019

William Jay Kolk, age 77, of Coopersville passed away at his home unexpectedly Monday, April 29, 2019. Bill was preceded in death by his parents Wallace and Alice (Bultman) Kolk and his sister, Joyce Veurink. Bill worked as assistant Postmaster at Fremont and retired from the Twin Lake and Houghton Post Offices where he was Postmaster. After his retirement...

Apr 28, 2019

David Raymond Reames, age 64, of Marne, passed away at his home Sunday, April 28, 2019. Dave was a graduate of Coopersville High School. He was a life member of St Michael’s Catholic Church where he was very active and was a member of the Knights of Columbus Council 9909 as well as a former Grand Knight. Dave is...

Apr 25, 2019

Charles John Clayton (Chuck), age 74 made his long awaited journey across the river to the arms of his Lord and Savior during the early morning hours of April 25, 2019, with his loving and devoted wife Cyndi at his side.  Chuck was born June 28, 1944 in Grand Rapids Michigan to the late Maury and Ruth (Longnecker) Clayton....