OBITUARIES

Phyllis R. Beroza (Adams), age 93, of Coopersville, was called home to her Lord Sunday, Sept. 4, 2016. She was born in Grand Rapids, MI., to the late Ralph and Josephine (VanderVere) Adams. Phyllis was preceded in death by her husband Lein in 2011, grandson Nicholas Beroza and daughter-in-law Leisa Beroza. She is survived by her children, David (Jeanne) Beroza,...

Mrs Phyllis Lemmen, aged 90, of Grand Rapids formerly of Coopersville, was called home to her Lord and Savior Thursday Nov 3, 2011. She was preceded in death by her parents Phillip and Jeanette (Blanksma) Rawn and her husbands Keith Averill, David Mohr and Robert Lemmen. Phyllis is survived by her children, George (Helen) Averill, Tonya Lemmen, Earle (Lisa) Averill,...

Mr Renwick G. Meyer, aged 88, of Walker was called home to his Lord Friday, Oct 7, 2011. He was born Sept 27, 1923 in Stillwater New York to Frederick and Mabel (Bressett) Meyer who preceded him in death and was also preceded in death by his wife Gertrude Meyer in 1996 and his sister Sylvia Rossell. Renwick served in...

Richard é�a�A"Dické�a�� Modderman, age 80, of Grand Rapids went to be with the Lord Sunday, Jan. 10, 2016 surrounded by his wife and family. He was born in Coopersville, MI. to the late Ray and Alberta (Sietsema) Modderman and served in the US Army. Rich enjoyed spending time with his wife Joyce and his family, traveling, fishing, spending time outdoors...

Richard C. Usher, of Lamont, age 83, was called home to his Lord Saturday Feb. 15, 2014 at his home. He was born in Battle Creek MI., to Harry and Opal (Arnett) Usher who preceded him in death. Richard served in the US Air Force during the Korean War and worked for many years in Grand Rapids as a Quality...

VanBeek Mr Richard VanBeek aged 92, of Lamont was called home to his Lord Wednesday Oct 27, 2010. He was preceded in death by his granddaughter Sara Grace VanBeek and great granddaughter Hannah LaVicka. Rich is survived by his wife of 63 yrs, Lavina; children Richard (Brenda) VanBeek, Donald (Donna) VanBeek, Annette (Mike) Eppink, Denise (Ross) Eppink, Leesa (Terry) McKinney,...

Richard F. Worpel, age 67, of Conklin, was called home to his Lord Saturday, March 15, 2014 after a courageous battle with cancer. Rich was born in Grand Rapids MI to Donald and Kathlene (Tow) Worpel who preceded him in death and was also preceded in death by his granddaughter Daryn Reneeé�a�a�� Worpel. He retired from Nicholas Plastics in Allendale...

Rick é�a�A"Woodyé�a�� Woudstra, age 48, passed away unexpectedly in Florida. Woody loved to laugh and joke with family, and friends, loved music and had a passion for writing. Hope Builders Ministries of Newaygo held a special place in his heart because of his love of people and helping others. He is survived by his wife, Dawn; children, Rick (Chelsea) Woudstra,...

Robert Faulkner , age 86, of Comstock Park, formerly of Coopersville, was called home to his Lord Nov 3, 2015. He was preceded in death by his parents Talmage and Hulde Faulkner, son T.A. Faulkner , daughter Susie Nuttall and son-in-law Harry Gentry Jr. Robert was a longtime resident of Coopersville before moving to Comstock Park 3 years ago and...

Robert and Erika Schmidt, of Coopersville, were called home by their Saviour unexpectedly Friday, Feb 14, 2014. They were preceded in death by their son, Robert Schmidt Jr in 1981 and by Robert's brother John W. Schmidt. Robert and Erika are survived by their daughter, Heidi and Doug Lemmen; son, Paul (Becky) Schmidt; grandchildren, Brad (Jennifer) Lemmen, Chad (Jody) Lemmen,...

Goeree Mr Roger J. Goeree aged 75, of Coopersville was unexpectedly called home to his Lord Tuesday Nov 2, 2010 from accidental injuries. He was born March 5, 1935 in Grand Rapids Mi to Jacob and Kate (Landstra) Goeree. Roger was preceded in death by his parents; brothers Edward and Henry Goeree; brother-in-law Paul Jordan. He is survived by his...

Nanninga - Mr Roger L. Nanninga aged 77, of Coopersville, was called peacefully home to his Lord Sat. April 10, 2010 surrounded by his family. He was born Oct 15, 1932 in Grand Rapids MI to Nicholas and Dorothy (Herrema) Nanninga. He was preceded in death by his parents and sister Joan Essenburg. Roger is survived by his wife of...

Westveld Mr Roger A. Westveld aged 67, of Coopersville was called home to his Lord and Saviour Tuesday April 13, 2010. He was born Sept 27, 1942 in Lamont MI to Peter and Alice (Modderman) Westveld who preceded him in death. Roger owned and operated R.A. Westveld Concrete Construction since 1965. He was an active member of the Lamont Community...

Ruby N. Fritz, age 95, of Coopersville was called home to be with her Lord, Friday, September 6, 2013. Ruby is survived by her son, Jim and Barb Fritz; daughter Karel Hanenburg; grandchildren, Tammy Schram, Bill (Sue) Fritz, Bob (Joyce) Fritz, Darlene Hanenburg, Beth (Jerry) Bronkema, James (Tia) Hanenburg, Melissa (Joe) Boguslawski; 21 great grandchildren; 22 great great grandchildren; longtime...

Ruth Drost, age 86, was called home to the Lord Sunday, Feb 3, 2013. She is survived by her husband, Albert Drost; children, Dirk and Sue Drost (Derek and Abigail) , Daniel and Dawn Drost, Doug and Julie Drost (Laura, Jenny and Christina), Timothy and Dawn Drost (Kassandra and Richard), Kurt and Joni Drost (Joshua, Nicholas, Michael and Zachary), Thomas...

Lintjer é�a�" Mrs. Ruth Mae Lintjer, aged 81, of Allendale, was called home to her Lord Wednesday, August 8, 2012 with family at her side. She was born in Grand Rapids, MI to Martin and Gertrude Hoogerhyde. Ruth is survived by her husband of 61 years, John; children, Donna (Don) VanBeek, Dorothy (Gary) Burton, Bob (Jan) Lintjer, David (Betsy) Lintjer;...

Scharphorn Mrs Sarah Jane Scharphorn aged 85, of Coopersville was called home to her Lord and Saviour Friday, July 16, 2010. She was born April 6, 1925 in Muskegon to Carl and Mona (Mortenson) Lawton. Sarah was preceded in death by her husband Donald, son Dale and daughter Sharon. She is survived by her children Wayne (Lynn) Scharphorn, Diane (Jan)...

Mrs Stella R. Koning, age 95, of Coopersville, was called home by her Lord and Saviour Monday, July 15, 2013. She was born June 18, 1918 in Coopersville to Samuel and Jennie Ruster who preceded her in death. Stella enjoyed her family and friends and was a faithful member of Nortonville Gospel Chapel. She was preceded in death by her...

VanEngen Miss Suzanne VanEngen aged 95, of Coopersville was called home to her Lord and Saviour Tuesday July 13, 2010. She was born April 30, 1915 in Doon IA. to Henry and Geraldine (Koster) VanEngen. Sue moved to the Coopersville area in the late 1950's. She was a member of the Coopersville Christian Reformed Church, and worked for many years...

Tammy L. Bell, age 52, of Allendale, was called home to her Lord Saturday, August 17, 2013. Tammy was a devoted and loving wife, mother and grandmother. She had a heart for people and showed that love in her years spent at Allendale Middle and High School where she was known as é�a�A"Ma Bellé�a�� to many of the students. She...