Ramona "Mona" Mae Tank
Nov 9, 2024
Ramona "Mona" Mae Tank, 83, passed away with her family by her side on November 9, 2024. Born on February 22, 1941, Mona grew up with a passion for life and a love for connecting with people. Mona was an avid football fan, particularly devoted to the Detroit Lions, and found joy in watching the Game Show Network, tackling newspaper...
Lawrence Mcneil
Nov 7, 2024
Remembering Lawrence John McNeil, a proud U.S. Army Vietnam War veteran, 1944-2024. With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Lawrence John McNeil, a man whose kindness, generosity, and unwavering love touched the lives of all who knew him. Larry, 80, of Big Rapids, passed away on November 07, 2024. Larry was a rare soul, whose warmth radiated wherever he...
Barbara Ann Knuth
Nov 3, 2024
Barbara Ann Knuth, age 86 of Paris, passed away Sunday November 3, 2024. She was born July 10, 1938 in Big Rapids, the daughter of Clarence and Erma (Syler) Wachter. Barb married Charles Knuth and together they raised five children in Paris, Michigan. Barb was a woman of many talents with hands that were always busy. In 1971 she began...
Duane Ranshaw
Oct 31, 2024
Duane A. Ranshaw, 90, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by his loved ones, on Thursday, October 31, 2024. He was born on November 14, 1933, in Barryton, Michigan, to Gerald and Helen (Shank) Ranshaw. On April 5, 1957, Duane married Martha Kelly in Jacksonville, Mississippi, beginning a lifelong partnership until her passing in 2018. A proud U.S. Army veteran,...
Paul Hodges
Oct 31, 2024
Paul Thomas Hodges, 58, of Stanwood, passed away on Thursday, October 31, 2024. He was born on July 12, 1966, in Flint, Michigan, to Larry and Jane (Potter) Hodges. Paul was the fourth of five brothers, sharing a close bond with his siblings that remained strong throughout his life. After graduating high school, Paul served his country in the United...
Mike Olson
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...
Stanley Brenner Jr.
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...
Dennis Greene
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...
Joel Macwilliams
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...
Audrey Willis
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...
Holiday Service Of Remembrance
Oct 16, 2024
Please join us for
A Holiday Service of Remembrance
Please come and join us as we share with others in preparation of the upcoming Holiday Season.
It can be a difficult time
with your loved one not present.
Jackie Lindstrom
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...
Bettie Jean Anderson
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...
Walter K. Broadhurst
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...
Connie Grimes
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...
Phillip Middleton
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...
Elaine Eichenberg
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...
William T. Bair
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...
Eleanor Burden
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,...
Crystal Stormes
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...
