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As the director of Funeral Consumers Alliance, a nonprofit that helps people avoid funeral fraud, I know all about mortuary mythology. (That’s what I call the collective "wisdom" a...Sharon Elburn Obituary. age 82, passed away Tuesday, February 13, 2024. She was born in Grand Rapids, Michigan October 30, 1941 to Jacob and Dena (Geukes) Rienks and was the baby of ten kids. She is survived by her husband of 58 1/2 years, Jerry; daughter, Lori (John) Hulbert; sons Mark (Christine) and Phil (Kristi); 12 grandkids; four great ...Douglas Battjes Obituary. Battjes, Douglas Grand Rapids Douglas Battjes, age 68, of Grand Rapids, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Tuesday, December 26, 2023. He will be lovingly remembered by his wife, Linda Battjes; children and grandchildren, Andres Battjes, Courtney and Justin Lamer (Vanessa, Cristina, Raymond, Ardene, Ford, Vega), Jordan and Katie Battjes (Hayden, Adilyn, Chase ...Memorial contributions may be made to the Down Syndrome Association of West Michigan, 168 68th St SW, Grand Rapids MI 49548 or Arts in Motion, 147 Diamond Ave SW, Grand Rapids MI 49506. Published by Grand Rapids Press from May 19 to May 21, 2023.David VanderWall Obituary. VanderWall, David Byron Center, MI David D. VanderWall, age 83, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Monday, February 6, 2023. He served with the Grand Rapids Fire Department for 28 years, and retired as a captain in 1998. David will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 62 years, Marty; children and ...Kevin's loving and generous spirit continues to touch lives through the gift of organ donation with Gift of Life Michigan. Friends and family are welcome to join in Kevin's celebration of life held Saturday, March 11, 2023, at Eastern Avenue Hall, 506 Eastern Ave. NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503, from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM.Apr 2, 2024 · Randall VanHouten Obituary. Randall Jon Van Houten, age 58, passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 28, surrounded by his family. Randy was born on September 2, 1965, in Grand Rapids, MI, the son of Richard and Kay (Bok) Van Houten. He was a graduate of Grand Rapids Christian high school and went on to earn degrees from Davenport and Aquinas ... Sharon Elburn Obituary. age 82, passed away Tuesday, February 13, 2024. She was born in Grand Rapids, Michigan October 30, 1941 to Jacob and Dena (Geukes) Rienks and was the baby of ten kids. She is survived by her husband of 58 1/2 years, Jerry; daughter, Lori (John) Hulbert; sons Mark (Christine) and Phil (Kristi); 12 grandkids; four great ...Lisa Herrick Obituary (Schuberg) Herrick, Lisa Age 62, of Grand Rapids and formerly of Big Rapids, passed away unexpectedly on January 27, 2024 and is now dancing in Heaven. She was preceded in death by her sister, Liane Walsh; and brother, little Wayne Schuberg. Lisa is survived by her husband of 43 years, Michael Herrick; children, Heather (Rick) Kelbel, Amber (Kyle) Carrier and Sheena ...Tanner Newhouse Obituary. Newhouse, Tanner Joel 6/7/2006 - 3/9/2024 Grand Rapids, MI Tanner Joel Newhouse, age 17, ran to the arms of Jesus on Saturday, March 9, 2024, while surrounded by his loving family. Tanner patiently and courageously maintained his positive attitude, his humor, and his strength throughout his 18 month …Mary Visser Obituary. Visser, Mary Grand Rapids, MI Mary Ann (Kleinjans) Visser, age 83, went to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Tuesday, August 15, 2023. Mary was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She worked as a secretary both in schools and in the Michigan State Capitol.Logan Kerns Obituary. On November 4, 2023 Logan Spencer Kerns, age 23, unexpectedly left this earth too soon and is now in God's loving arms. Logan made strong loyal friendships through playing lacrosse and football at St. Francis in Traverse City and Forest Hills Eastern in Grand Rapids. He attended Michigan State University where he studied ...Roger Grotenhuis Obituary. Grotenhuis, Roger A. Grand Rapids, MI Roger Alan Grotenhuis, age 82, of Grand Rapids, MI, passed away peacefully in his home and was welcomed into the arms of his Lord and Savior on April 20, 2023. He was born on July 28, 1940 in Grand Haven, MI, to Art and Gertrude Grotenhuis. He is survived by his wife …The Asbury Park Press, a prominent newspaper in New Jersey, serves as a significant source of information for its local community. One particular section that holds great importanc...Gerald Glupker Obituary. Glupker, Gerald 2/12/1937 - 3/9/2024 Glupker, Gerald 2/12/37 - 3/9/24 Jerry age 87, of Grand Rapids, MI passed away Saturday, March 9. He was a talented bowler, golfer, and fast-pitch softball player. He has earned multiple sport titles which he proudly boasted about whenever he had the chance.Hees, Deborah7/11/1952 - 12/16/2023AdaDeborah Ann (Bartunek) Hees, age 71, of Ada, Michigan and loved by all that met her, passed away peacefully Friday, December 16, 2023. Debbie was born in Clevelan ... Published by Grand Rapids Press from Dec. 21 to Dec. 31, 2023. ... Obituary Templates - Customizable Examples and Samples ...Susan Harmon Obituary. Harmon, Susan 2/4/1945 - 12/21/2022 Grand Rapids age 77, passed away unexpectedly on December 21. ... Grand Rapids, MI 49546 on Tuesday, December 27 from 5-7pm. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Paul the Apostle Education Fund, 2750 Burton St. SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49546. Published by Grand ...Richard Rinck Obituary. Richard (aka Dick) Rinck died on November 7, 2023, 15 days shy of his 94th birthday. He was the last of his generation of his family, as his father and mother (Gustave and Grace Boerman), older brother William, sister Grace Marie Smith, and twin brother Robert (Bob) all have predeceased him.Christopher Jennings Obituary. Jennings, Christopher 1/2/1962 - 1/15/2023 Grand Rapids Christopher William Jennings of Plainfield Township, aged 61, passed away peacefully at Spectrum Health Blodgett Hospital with his family at his side on Sunday, January 15, 2023. He was preceded in death by his brother Timothy Jennings; nephew Jason Jennings ...Lori Morse Obituary. Morse, Lori L. 8/9/1958 - 12/7/2023 Lori L. Morse, aged 65, passed away peacefully on December 7, 2023, surrounded by the love and warmth of her family. Born on August 9, 1958, in Grand Rapids, MI, Lori was a beacon of kindness and generosity throughout her life, touching the hearts of all who knew her.Barney Kamp Obituary. Kamp, Barney 12/18/2022 Henry Bloem Obituary. Bloem, Henry "H Bonnie Van Drie Obituary. Van Drie, Bonnie 12/2/1949 - 1/16/2023 Bonnie Lou (Van Zalen) Van Drie, age 73, entered her heavenly home on Monday, January 16, 2023. Bonnie was born in Grand Rapids, Michigan, on December 2, 1949, graduated from Unity Christian High School and Pine Rest Nursing School. Bonnie worked for many years as a nurse, finding ... Deno Fotieo Obituary. Fotieo, Deno Deno P. Fotieo, age 71 Jan 18, 2024 · Michael Coe Obituary. Michael Edward Coe, Jr., 46, beloved husband, father, son, brother, uncle and friend entered into eternal rest suddenly and unexpectedly on Tuesday January 16, 2024. Mike was born strong; he could hold his head up on day one. He was a firecracker through life, always keeping everyone laughing. Phyllis David age 93, of Grand Rapids, MI went to be with our Lord, Jesus Christ, in the early morning of January 23, 2024. She was born to Mose and Wadia (Nemer) Yanney in Lexington, NE on April 7, 1930. With her family she eventually moved to Lincoln, NE where she graduated from Northeast High School in 1948 and attended Nebraska Wesleyan. Beatrice Hoek Obituary. Hoek, Beatrice Beatrice Marie

William Tingley Obituary. Tingley, William 3/3/1961 - 4/22/2023 Grand Rapids William (Bill) Quentin Tingley III, age 62, of Grand Rapids, passed away on Saturday, April 22, 2023, after many long medical battles over the past 15 years. He valiantly fought every health challenge that came his way with a positive outlook, determination to prevail ...Amy Ritsema Obituary. Ritsema, Amy 8/17/2023 Grand Rapids Amy Ritsema, age 55 of Grand Rapids, Michigan passed into her eternal home on Thursday August 17, 2023. Amy was born on January 26, 1968, to Father, Edward J DeVries of Crossville Tennessee and Mother, Joan Lieffers DeVries of Grand Rapids, Michigan.Jacob Verbrugge Obituary. Jacob (Jack) Arthur Verbrugge, age 81, of Wyoming passed away at his home on Friday, March 29, 2024. Jack was born in Grand Rapids, MI on April 26, 1942, the son of Jacob and Kay Verbrugge. He graduated from Central High School class of 1961. After graduation he received tool & die training at …Logan Kerns Obituary. On November 4, 2023 Logan Spencer Kerns, age 23, unexpectedly left this earth too soon and is now in God's loving arms. Logan made strong loyal friendships through playing lacrosse and football at St. Francis in Traverse City and Forest Hills Eastern in Grand Rapids. He attended Michigan State University where he studied ...Grand Rapids, MI. Mildred "Milly" Mogg, age 85, went to be with Jesus on Friday, April 26, 2024. She is survived by her faithful husband of 67 years, Cecil "Gene" Mogg. Together they raised three children, Angie (Doug) Lockhart, Brian (Darolyn) Mogg, and Michelle Mogg. Milly was the loving grandmother to Shanda (Jim) Drury, Zack Lockhart, Drew ...

Andy Mast Obituary. age 76, of Grand Rapids, went to be with his Lord and Savior on July 8, 2023. He was preceded in death by his parents, Neal and Jacoba Mast; son, Matthew Mast; daughter, Liz Mast; and two brothers, Arie and Jim Mast. Andy is survived by his wife of 55 years, Coby; children, Dave & Gina Mast, Emily and Jeffrey Karel, Amanda ...Brian Welch Obituary. WELCH, BRIAN K. Grand Rapids, MI Brian K. Welch, age 83, went home to be with his Lord late Saturday evening, January 6, 2024. Brian retired from American Seating after more than 30 years of service. He was an avid reader, going to many different libraries, and enjoyed evening walks with his wife, Nancy.Find Grand Rapids Press Obituaries and death notices from Grand Rapids, MI funeral homes and newspapers. Discover the latest obits this week, including today's.…

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