Obituary Listing

Oct 30, 2024

Mike Olson, age 60, of Barryton, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 30, 2024. Born on March 6, 1964, in Ypsilanti, Michigan, Mike was the son of Harold and Lottie Booth. He worked as a forklift driver until he moved to the family cabin in Barryton, where he found a quiet, peaceful life. He also worked as a mechanic on...

Oct 29, 2024

Stanley R. Brenner Jr., age 64, of Remus, passed away on Tuesday, October 29, 2024. He was born on September 27, 1960, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, the son of Stanley and Phyllis Brenner. Stanley spent many years on the road as a dedicated truck driver before his retirement. He found joy in cruising the country roads, where he felt free...

Oct 28, 2024

Dennis R. Greene, age 77, passed away on Monday, October 28, 2024 at his home on Brady Lake. Denny was born on September 22, 1947, in Alma, Michigan, the son of Richard and Charlene (Gross) Greene. Denny served his country honorably in the United States Navy during the Vietnam War. Afterward, he dedicated over 30 years to Consumers Energy, where...

Oct 28, 2024

Joel MacWilliams of Barryton, Michigan crossed the rainbow bridge on October 28th, 2024 after a decade long battle with cancer. He was surrounded by family and friends and was 66 years old. Joel was the last of 5 children born to Charles & Nada MacWilliams. He is survived by siblings Dianne (Dean) Brown, David (Ruth) MacWilliams, and Kathy (Steve) Skinner...

Oct 23, 2024

Audrey I. Willis, 86, of Big Rapids, passed away at her home on Wednesday, October 23, 2024. She was born on January 14, 1938, to Orren and Lucille (Sorden) Fowler in White Cloud, Michigan. Growing up on the family farm as one of twelve children, Audrey learned the value of hard work, family, and dedication from an early age. Audrey...

Oct 16, 2024

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Oct 16, 2024

Jackie Lindstrom, beloved wife of Charles Lindstrom, and loving mother of Karen Lindstrom and predeceased daughter, Pamela Lindstrom Brodsky, and grandmother of Christine Lindstrom, passed away peacefully on October 16, 2024. Jackie lived a wonderful Christian life with husband, Chuck, for nearly 65 years. She played in the church bell choir for several years. They were High School sweethearts and...

Oct 12, 2024

Bettie Jean Anderson, age 84 of Stanwood, Michigan passed away on October 12, 2024. She was born July 6, 1940 in Lansing, Michigan to Ward and Helen (Jenks) Daggett. She married David H Anderson on June 18, 1960 and they were married for 63 years until his passing in 2023. Bettie graduated from Lansing Sexton High School in 1958 and...

Oct 11, 2024

Walter Kenneth "Skip" Broadhurst, age 82, of White Cloud, Michigan, passed away unexpectedly on October 11, 2024. Born on May 29, 1942, to Frank and Frieda (Muntz) Broadhurst, Skip grew up in Allegan, Michigan, and graduated from Otsego High School in 1960. A long-time member of the Elks, Skip was known as an all-around good guy and a great machinist...

Oct 8, 2024

Connie Grimes, 83, of Barryton, passed away on Tuesday, October 8, 2024. She was born on January 10, 1941, in Mecosta, Michigan, to William "Lyman" and Viola (Mae) Tyler. On January 3, 1986, Connie was united in marriage to Dale Grimes. She dedicated over 30 years to Barryton Elementary, working as a teacher's aide and playground supervisor. Through her years...

Oct 8, 2024

Phillip Brewington Middleton, PhD., 77, of Big Rapids, Michigan, passed away on October 8, 2024, surrounded by his loved ones, following a courageous battle with Alzheimer's. He was born on August 10, 1947, in Rocks, Maryland, to John and Merlissie (Tyson) Middleton, and was raised in Atlanta, Georgia. Phil was drafted into the United States Army and served his country...

Oct 7, 2024

Elaine M. Eichenberg, 82, of Reed City, passed away peacefully on Monday, October 7, 2024. She was born on May 22, 1942, in Chicago, Illinois, to Paul and Josephine (Radzik) Kaminski. Elaine grew up on a rural farm as one of six siblings, where she learned the values of hard work and family. She worked as a secretary for several...

Oct 7, 2024

William (Bill) Thomas Bair, born January 30, 1965, passed away on October 7, 2024, at the age of 59. Born to Robert and Linda (Williams) Bair, William grew up in Reed City, Michigan, and graduated from Reed City High School in 1983. A man of many talents and a love for the outdoors, William was an avid whitetail deer hunter...

Oct 5, 2024

Eleanor Belle Burden (ne Derby) of Morley, Michigan, passed away peacefully on October 5th, 2024, just one day after celebrating her 91st birthday. Born on October 4th, 1933, in Mecosta Township, Eleanor spent her life in Mecosta County, becoming a beloved member of the community and a pillar of her family. Although she has worked various jobs throughout her life,...

Oct 1, 2024

Crystal M. Stormes, 47, of Big Rapids, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, October 1, 2024. She was born on October 25, 1976, in Kalamazoo, Michigan, to Michael Stormes and Christine Papiersky. Crystal attended and graduated from Michigan Center Public Schools and lived in the Jackson area for many years before moving to Big Rapids Michigan. Crystal was a dedicated caregiver...

Oct 1, 2024

Roger Sova, 74, of Harrison, formerly of Big Rapids, passed away on Tuesday, October 1, 2024. He was born on May 20, 1950, in Stanwood, the son of Loren and Frances (Alger) Sova. On August 17, 1968, Roger married Cynda Cooley in Big Rapids, where they raised a family together and shared many wonderful years making memories, until Cyndas passing...

Sep 30, 2024

Nancy Ruth Kassner, born July 22, 1948, passed away peacefully on September 30, 2024, at the age of 76. Nancy was born in Boston to her parents, Harold Kassner and Anna DiMaggio. She spent her early years in Sylvester, Michigan, before moving to Big Rapids, Michigan, in the 1980s, where she resided for the rest of her life. Nancy dedicated...

Sep 25, 2024

Ryder James Chambers, 6 months old, passed away on Wednesday, September 25, 2024. In his short time with us, Ryder was a precious gift who touched the hearts of everyone who knew him. His beautiful smiles and joyful presence filled every room with warmth and love. Ryder was a fighter, showing immense strength and courage as he stayed with his...

Sep 24, 2024

Edward A. Owczarek, 79, of Big Rapids, passed away peacefully at his home on Tuesday, September 24, 2024. He was born on December 13, 1945, in Diepholz, Germany to Katarzina Danczyszn and Michal Kowalewicz. He lived in Germany with his mom until age 11, when they immigrated to America and settled in Hammond Indiana. Ed attended St. Casimir Middle School...

Sep 23, 2024

Gavin Miller, 21, of Rodney, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, September 23, 2024. He was born on March 10, 2003, in Mt. Pleasant, Michigan. His parents are Martin and Katie (McMullen) Miller. A 2021 graduate of Chippewa Hills High School, Gavin was a multi-sport athlete, playing football, baseball, and wrestling during his time in school. After graduation, he embraced his...