Gary Gilbert
Apr 13, 2026
Gary Warren Gilbert, 83, of Mecosta, passed away on Monday, April 13, 2026. He was born on October 18, 1942, in Big Rapids, Michigan, the son of C. Norris and Alice (Whalen) Gilbert.
Gary graduated from Big Rapids High School in 1960. He went on to attend Ferris State College, earning his Bachelor of Science in Mathematics. He later graduated summa...
Terry Green Jr.
Apr 12, 2026
Terry Green Jr., 56, of Mt. Pleasant, passed away on Sunday, April 12, 2026. He was born on January 8, 1970, in Fort Knox, Kentucky, the son of Terry Sr. and Viola (Darling) Green.Terry loved fishing, enjoyed putting puzzles together, and was always proud to share his birthday with the King, Elvis Presley. He was deeply loved by his family,...
Terrance Figgs Jr
Apr 11, 2026
Terrance Vartres Figgs Jr passed away on April 11, 2026. He was born on November 13, 2024 in Big Rapids, the son of Terrance Figgs Sr. and Eva Eaton.
The brightest light in any room, Terrance could always bring smiles to the faces of the people around him. He had the biggest brown eyes, magnified by his glasses. Terrance had a...
Geraldine Clark
Apr 10, 2026
Geraldine “Gerre” Clark, 102, passed away on Friday, April 10, 2026. She was born on March 31, 1924, in Lake, the daughter of Ray and Bertha (Soule) Clark. Gerre loved camping, traveling, and crafting. She was especially proud of maintaining her independence, including driving until the age of 100. She had a generous heart and enjoyed knitting mittens, hats, and...
Louanne Stearns
Apr 10, 2026
Louise “LouAnne” Stearns, 78, of Barryton, passed away on Friday, April 10, 2026. She was born on September 10, 1947, in Troy, Ohio, the daughter of Richard Hawley and Lois (Watterson) Hawley.
On August 31, 1968, she was lovingly married to Elson “Lee” Stearns in Bethesda, Maryland. Together, they proudly served in the United States Navy, LouAnne was a Hospital CORP...
Deonna Green
Apr 9, 2026
Deonna Jane Todd-Green passed away peacefully at her home on April 9, 2026, after a long illness. She was 77 years old. She is survived by her beloved husband of 60 years, Grant Green; her loving children, Brian (Colleen) Green, William (Sarah) Green, Dustin Green, and Kayla (Christopher) Penix; and her sisters, Marsha Todd-Stewart-Sanders and Diana Todd-Green.
Deonna was a proud...
James Hurst
Apr 6, 2026
James "Jim" Edward Hurst passed away on April 6, 2026 surrounded by loved ones. He was born on May 24, 1947 in Paris, Michigan, the son of James and Dolores (Thompson) Hurst.
For 42 years, Jim proudly served his community as mail carrier of the United States Postal Service in Hersey, Michigan. He even earned a plaque for having driven more...
Joyce Conley
Apr 5, 2026
Joyce Marie Conley, a lifelong resident of Big Rapids, passed away peacefully in her home on April 5, 2026, at the age of 92. She was born in Big Rapids on May 5, 1933, to the late Harry and Dorothy (Petersen) Jensen.
Joyce graduated from Big Rapids High School in 1951. On July 7, 1951, she married Harry Conley and together...
Rick Teachworth
Apr 4, 2026
Richard Rollie Teachworth (48) of Morley passed away at home on April 4, 2026 surrounded by those he loved. He was born in Sheridan Hospital on January 22, 1978 to Richard (Cup) Teachworth and Cynthia Marek who have preceded him in death.
Rick married Jennifer Lintemuth in 2005. Together they had their daughter Morgan, who was Rick’s pride and joy. They...
Glenn Norton
Apr 1, 2026
Glenn Norton passed away on April 1, 2026 after a brief illness. He was born the second child of Roy and Mable Kelly Norton, on April 3, 1927 in Big Rapids. He attended school in Big Rapids and was drafted into the Army in 1945. He was discharged December 10, 1946 and was very proud of his military service. After...
Craig E. Hauxwell
Apr 1, 2026
Craig Earl Hauxwell, 74, passed away on April 1, 2026.
Craig is survived by his loving wife Brenda; son's Jim Hauxwell, and Kelly Little; as well as many relatives and friends.
Per Craig's wishes, no services are planned at this time.
To share a memory or condolence with the family, please visit, www.daggettfuneral.com
Janice McGee
Mar 30, 2026
Janice May McGee passed away peacefully in her Barryton home on March 30, 2026. She was born on March 5, 1942.
Arrangements are in the care of Daggett Gilbert Funeral Homes, Barryton. A memorial service will be held on April 11, 2026, 11:00 AM, at the Mecosta Free Methodist Church, located at 101 E Main St, Mecosta, MI 49332.
Sarah D. Schippers
Mar 23, 2026
Sarah Dawn Schippers, age 53, passed away unexpectedly at her home on March 23, 2026. The daughter of Gail Altschwager and Sharon Stewart, she was born on Christmas day in 1972.
Sarah will be remembered for her kind and loving spirit. You could always find her spending time with the ones she loved most, including her beloved cat, Joey. She loved...
Ernest Smith
Mar 20, 2026
Ernest Smith, 74, of Big Rapids, passed away on Friday, March 20, 2026.
He was born on April 20, 1951, in Greenville, the son of Ray and Alma (Nelson) Smith. He was united in marriage to his childhood sweetheart, Priscilla Lile. Together, they built a life centered on love, family, and a strong foundation that carried them through the years.
Ernest worked...
Joseph Sheppard Sr
Mar 18, 2026
Joseph "Joe" Edward Sheppard Sr. passed away peacefully at his home in Big Rapids on March 18, 2026. He was born in Lansing on November 8, 1954, the son of Bernard and Delores (Litke) Sheppard.
Late in high school, Joe enlisted and proudly served in the United States Marine Corps. He was an avid supporter of the Detroit Lions, and a...
Kathryn Robbins
Mar 14, 2026
Kathryn Louise Robbins passed away peacefully in her home in Big Rapids on March 14, 2026. She was born on December 2, 2026 in Champaign, Illinois to Howard and Bernice (Brewster) Bailey.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Daggett Gilbert Funeral Homes. According to Kathryn's wishes, no services will take place.
Patricia Reed
Mar 12, 2026
Patricia “Pat” Alice Reed passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, Thursday evening, March 12, 2026, at the age of 74.
The words kind, loving and accepting are an understatement when describing Pat. She was always there to take a call, or stop to chat, and talk to you like an old friend, regardless of how long it’d been since you last...
Steven Ladner
Mar 11, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce Steven Lloyd Ladner, age 41, passed away unexpectedly at his home on March 11, 2026. The son of Roger and Creana Ladner was born on September 8, 1984, in Big Rapids.
When Steven was little before computers and technology took over the culture, he could be found riding his bike on the rails...
Virginia Kienitz
Mar 7, 2026
Virginia Marie (Donley) Kienitz, 91, of Big Rapids, passed away peacefully on March 7, 2026. She often said, “I’ve been lucky, I don’t have a bit of pain, and not many people live to be 100.”
Virginia grew up on her family farm in Paris, Michigan. She married Alton (Al) Kienitz in 1955. In 1953, she began working as a telephone...
Ellis F. Seaman Jr.
Mar 5, 2026
After traveling many roads and many miles for over 35 years as a truck driver, Ellis Fredrick Seaman Jr., age 77, took his final trip into the arms of Jesus on March 5, 2026. He was born to Ellis and Dorothy (Thomas) Seaman Sr., on December 22, 1948.
The best way to describe Ellis was that he was on fire for...
