Obituary Listing

Nov 24, 2021

Elizabeth F. King, age 87, of Weidman died Wednesday, November 24, 2021 in Midland. She was born in Pennsylvania on February 15, 1934, the daughter of Delbert and Mary (Hostuttier) Thomas. Liz was a member of the VFW Auxiliary Club for over forty years. She enjoyed spending time with the woman at the Red Hat Society for 10 years. Most...

Nov 24, 2021

John W. Carman of Mecosta, Michigan, passed away on November 24, 2021 at the age of 80. His beloved wife Bonnie Carman and their family were at his side.

John was born in Lakeview, Michigan, in 1941 and graduated from Mecosta High School in 1959. Soon after graduation, he married the love of...

Nov 24, 2021

Brandon M. Mullett, age 36 of Big Rapids, passed away Wednesday, November 24, 2021 at home after a battle with cancer. He was born in Grand Rapids on August 10, 1985, the son of Gary and Tina (Beekman) Mullett. Brandon was a 2004 graduate of Grandville High School. He then earned a Landscaping Certificate from Michigan Career and Technical Institute...

Nov 23, 2021

Beverly D. (Loomis) Denslow, age 83, died unexpectedly at her home in Weidman Tuesday, November 23, 2021. She was born April 28, 1938 in Weidman, the daughter of Emory and Jenny (Miller) Loomis. Beverly married Willard "Red" Denslow May 5, 1956 and together raised their five children in Barryton. She co-owned J & R .05- class="widget-2d918b u_1031273918 dmCustomWidget" data-lazy-load="false" data-title="" id="1031273918" dmle_extension="custom_extension" data-element-type="custom_extension" icon="false" surround="false" Store for 25 years in...

Nov 23, 2021

Elaine K. Stillwell, age 85 of Pierson, passed away Tuesday, November 23, 2021 with her family by her side. She was born in Grand Rapids on January 4, 1936, the daughter of Clyde and Kathryn (Carter) Schuster. Elaine enjoyed her flower garden and was a talented artist. She also liked helping the elderly as a senior companion and was a...

Nov 23, 2021

Roger Alan Baker, age 82, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Tuesday, November 23, 2021 at StoryPoint in Rockford, Michigan, after a dignified battle with dementia. He was born on August 1, 1939 in Hillsdale, Michigan to Ross and Celia Baker.Roger grew up as the oldest of four sons on the familys dairy farm in Jonesville,...

Nov 23, 2021

Carolyn Kay Cook age 78, was born March 21, 1943 in Muskegon Michigan to Helen (Eveland) & Lee Thebo, she passed away November 23, 2021 surrounded by her family. She married David Cook on August 15, 1959 and together they made their home in Paris. Carolyn was employed by Ferris State University in food service retiring as a head cook....

Nov 18, 2021

June Maneke, age 88, a lifelong resident of Rodney, passed away Thursday, November 18, 2021. She was born October 28, 1933 in Big Rapids the daughter of Ervin and Anna (ONeil) Hornby. June graduated from Big Rapids High School. On July 5, 1952 she married Dale Maneke and they made their home in Rodney. June was employed by Fashion Industries...

Nov 17, 2021

Harvey Perrin Mumah born September 4, 1926, was welcomed into his eternal home on November 17, 2021. He lived a long life filled with meaning and purpose as he served Jesus Christ until his dying breath. His kindness, caring, and sweet spirit were experienced by everyone who knew him. Harvey was born in Sand Lake. He was one of nine...

Nov 10, 2021

Patricia Anne (Classon) Gerow-Hallquist, born on January 11, 1935, former resident of Grand Ledge, Michigan and Big Rapids, Michigan passed away peacefully on November 10, 2021 in Franklin, Massachusetts.Patricia is survived by her four children; Kristin Hogan of Franklin, MA, Steven (Anne) Brutosky of Madison, WI, Scott (Lilly) Brutosky of Fond Du Lac, WI and Susan (Mark) Kettner of Jackson,...

Nov 10, 2021

Dennis A. Mall, age 50 of Stanwood passed away Wednesday, November 10, 2021. He was born December 20, 1970 in Detroit. Dennis graduated from Roseville High School where his interest in drama, music and cooking developed. Dennis began his working career as a chef in high end restaurants in the Detroit Metropolitan area including the Barristers Gardens, Lochmoor Country Club...

Nov 9, 2021

Bruce G. Alexander, age 74 of Reed City, died Tuesday, November 9, 2021 at Royal View Retirement Community. He was born in Detroit on March 3, 1947, the son of the late Joseph and Barbara (Nixon) Alexander. Bruce was honorably discharged from the United States Army in 1967; serving in Vietnam where he received a Purple heart. He was a...

Nov 7, 2021

Rebecca "Becky" Rees, age 43, passed away unexpectedly Sunday, November 7, 2021 at her home in Stanwood. She was born in Lakeview on March 22, 1978, the daughter of Gary and Diane (Hopkins) Wahl. Becky married the love of her life in 2003 and together they raised their children in Stanwood. Becky was a member of St. Peters Lutheran Church...

Nov 7, 2021

Julie S. Buchanan, age 46 of Stanwood, passed away unexpectedly Sunday, November 7, 2021. She was born in Holland on July 10, 1975, the daughter of Michael and LaDonna (Neal) Evans. Julie was a 1993 graduate of Fennville High School. She then earned a Medical Administrative Certificate from Everest Institute. Julie was one of strong faith; she enjoyed studying the...

Nov 6, 2021

Danny L. Deyo, age 73, a lifelong resident of Morley, passed away Saturday, November 6, 2021 surrounded by his family. He was born March 14, 1948 in Grand Rapids, the son of Frank and Alice (Smith) Deyo. Dan graduated from Morley Stanwood High School in 1966 and began working for the Morley Area Fire Department and Morley Rescue. He continued...

Nov 1, 2021

Shawn L. Horstman, age 56, died Monday, November 1, 2021 in Reed City. She was born in Alma on August 23, 1965, the daughter of Richard and Joanne (Weide) Fox. Shawn enjoyed watching TV and playing cards with her family. She loved to go camping and spend time with her grandchildren. Shawn was an avid collector of eagles. She will...

Nov 1, 2021

Conda Fay Garner (Hampel), 71 of Big Rapids, MI passed away peacefully on November 1, 2021 at her home with her family by her side, after a short battle with cancer. Conda was born on January 14, 1950 at 4:44 a.m. (a time she has shared for years) in Big Rapids to Edward and Sarah (Holt) Hampel. Conda graduated from...

Oct 24, 2021

Diana L. Mason, age 58, passed away Sunday, October 24, 2021 at her home surrounded by family and friends. She was born in Greenville on October 25, 1962, the daughter of George and Diana (Blum) Mason. Diana enjoyed cookouts with her family and playing with her grandkids. She loved her fur babies Tippy and Dakota. Diana was a member for...

Oct 20, 2021

Roger E. Winegar, age 84 of Big Rapids, died at his home on Wednesday, October 20, 2021 surrounded by family. He was born July 11, 1937 in Ludington, the son of George and Bertha (Lee) Winegar. Roger will be remembered as a friendly man who loved people. He is survived by his loving wife of 60 years, Judy of Big...

Oct 19, 2021

Robert G. "Bob" Walworth, age 71 of Big Rapids, passed away unexpectedly at home on Tuesday, October 19, 2021. He was born in San Antonio, Texas on August 7, 1950, the son of Ford and Odette (Parker) Walworth. Bob graduated high school before serving his country honorably with the United States Army. During the Vietnam War, Bob earned several medals...