Cora Walter
Aug 5, 2020
Cora Belle Walter 89, of Big Rapids Michigan formerly of Vandergrift died August 5, 2020 in Evergreen Assisted Living, Big Rapids, Michigan. She was born October 3, 1930, the daughter of the late James Patrick and Bernice Riggs Cunningham. Cora was a member of the Vandergrift Presbyterian Church she enjoyed traveling and art. Survivors include: her daughter, Katey (David) Rayburn...
Roger Polston
Aug 5, 2020
Roger Dale Polston, age 62 of Morley, Michigan passed away quietly at his home on Wednesday, August 5, 2020 after a long battle with cancer. He was preceded in death by his parents, John and Cova (Royalty) Polston of Meade County, Kentucky. Roger is survived by his loving wife Brenda (Powell) Polston, daughter Kristina (Jeff) Mentzer of Madison Heights, Michigan,...
James R. Dillree
Aug 4, 2020
James R. "Big Jim" Dillree, age 85 of Stanwood, passed away Tuesday, August 4, 2020 at his home. He was born January 20, 1935 in Grand Rapids, the son of James J. and Gertrude (Benedict) Dillree. Once you met Big Jim, you would not forget him; you will have memories that will last forever. He was loved by many, made...
Joanne Ruth Horgan
Aug 1, 2020
Joanne Ruth Horgan, age 79 of Paris, passed away Saturday, August 1, 2020. She was born in Big Rapids on January 3, 1941, the daughter of Joseph and Ruth (Cooley) Bouman.
Joanne graduated from Big Rapids High School in 1959 and on November 7th of that same year she married James "Jim" Horgan...
Leota L. Potter
Aug 1, 2020
Leota Potter, 79, of Mt. Pleasant passed away on Saturday, August 1, 2020. Leota was born on October 30, 1940 in Battle Creek to James and Mary (Milligan) Harrison. Her parents and brothers, David and Buster lovingly called her "Sissy" all of her life. On May 14, 1960 Leota married her life-long love, Franklin Potter. They made their home in...
Virginia Rose Herman
Jul 29, 2020
Virginia Rose Herman, 95, of Weidman passed away on July 29, 2020. Virginia was born on the family homestead in Coldwater Township on March 2, 1925, the eldest daughter of Martin and Maggie (Geasler) Boger. She attended a one room country school until the fourth grade when the Conley School consolidated with the Weidman school district. Upon graduation in 1942...
Deanna Braden
Jul 29, 2020
Deanna Braden, 61, of Mount Pleasant, passed away Wednesday, July 29, 2020. She was born August 13, 1958, the daughter of Theodore Jr. and Phyllis Case. Deanna was blessed with one daughter and three grandchildren, who where her greatest joy in life. She also enjoyed watching television, arts and crafts, and cooking. She was a generous, loving, caring, funny woman...
Cassondra Jean C. Burbank
Jul 26, 2020
Cassondra Jean C. "Cassie" Burbank, age 23 of Ionia, passed away due to injuries sustained in an automobile accident on Sunday, July 26, 2020. She was born July 14, 1997 in Big Rapids, the daughter of Renee Burbank. Cassie was a 2015 graduate of Journey Alternative High School in Scottville.
She met Andrew...
Fred Kosack
Jul 24, 2020
Fred Kosack passed away on July 24, 2020 in Big Rapids, Michigan at age 94. He was preceded in death by his wife, Patricia (Pat) Dabney, and his parents Alfred and Dolly. His parents were both German citizens who immigrated to the United States in the 1920s and lived in New York City. He was married to Pat for 60...
Richard Arlo Bentley
Jul 23, 2020
Richard Arlo Bentley, 67, of Sears, MI passed away peacefully at his home on Thursday, July 23, 2020. Richard was born March 6, 1953 to Arlo and Millie (Paquet) Bentley. When Richard was two, the family moved to the Sears area. During his high school years, Richard enjoyed sports; especially football where he was an all-conference player, and track where...
Foster M. Vredenburg
Jul 20, 2020
Foster Martin Vredenburg, age 72 of Chippewa Lake, passed away at home on Sunday, July 20, 2020, with his loving family by his side. He was born June 3, 1948, in Lakeview, the son of Arthur and Dorothy (Jensen) Vredenburg. Foster was employed at Ferris State University for fifteen years. In January of 1987, he suffered a major stroke that...
James I. Mcneilly
Jul 20, 2020
James I. "Jim" McNeilly, age 87 of Barryton, passed away Monday, July 20, 2020 at his home surrounded by his family. He was born October 22, 1932, in Orient Township, Osceola County, the son of Edwin Excell McNeilly and Dorothy (Gibbs, McNeilly) Lewis. Jim graduated from Barryton Agricultural High School in 1951 and then attended Ferris State College. He married...
Jeanette F. Boyd
Jul 19, 2020
Jeanette Faith "Sue" Boyd, age 70 of Morley, went home to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ surrounded by her family Sunday, July 19, 2020, after a short battle with cancer. She was born September 10, 1949, in Colfax, Iowa, the daughter of Jack and Bonnie (Borts) Good. Jeanette was a 1967 graduate of Colfax High School. She...
Richard St. Arnold
Jul 17, 2020
Richard C. St. Arnold, age 68 of Morley, passed away Friday, July 17, 2020. He was born August 19, 1951 in Grand Rapids the son of Victor and Arlene (Armstrong) St. Arnold. At the age of 17, with his mothers permission, Richard enlisted in the United States Marines Corps. He served two tours of duty in Vietnam and was also...
Kaylin Rae Messer
Jul 14, 2020
Kaylin Rae Messer, age 17 of Mecosta, passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, July 14, 2020. She was born January 6, 2003, in Big Rapids, the daughter of Tony and Feliciana (Catlin) Messer. Kaylin was going to enter her senior year of high school at Chippewa Hills High School. She was an avid reader. Kaylin enjoyed nature and the outdoors, arts and...
Kristine Ann Rollston
Jul 9, 2020
Kristine Ann Rollston, age 60 of Fremont, passed away unexpectedly Thursday, July9, 2020. She was born April 2, 1960, in Grand Rapids, the daughter of Mary (Davis)and Ronald Rollston. Kristine was a talented artist. In her younger years, sheenjoyed hunting for mushrooms on which she etched beautiful scenes to sell at craftfairs. As her vision lessened, she put her artistic...
Brian K. Kopenski
Jul 8, 2020
Brian K. Kopenski, age 48, of Wyoming, MI, passed away unexpectedly, due to a massive heart attack, Wednesday, July 8, 2020. Born January 8, 1972, Brian grew up in Kentwood, MI where he graduated high school; attended Michigan State University, earning a Bachelor of Science degree in 2000. Brian is survived by his wife, Tabatha, two sons Zachary and Cody,...
Amber L. Howell
Jul 5, 2020
Amber L. Howell, age 38 of Chippewa Lake, passed away unexpectedly Sunday, July 5, 2020. She was born April 8, 1982, in Haverfordwest, Wales, the daughter of James Joseph and Carol Ann (Quigley) Waters. Amber was a 2000 graduate from Mount Pleasant High School. She then attended Grand Valley State University where she earned her Bachelors Degree in Criminal Justice....
Wanda M. Helderop
Jul 1, 2020
Wanda M. Helderop, age 89 of Barryton, passed away peacefully July 1, 2020, due to complications of heart failure. She was born September 18, 1930, in Barryton, the daughter of Jessie and Alice (Blowers) Fountain. Wanda was a 1949 graduate of Weidman High School. She continued her education at Central Michigan University, where she received a band scholarship. Wanda married...
Michelle L. Walters
Jun 30, 2020
Michelle L. Walters, age 48 of Stanwood, passed away unexpectedly, Tuesday June 30, 2020. She was born in Colorado on March 26, 1972. Michelle loved life, she loved the outdoors, especially camping and fishing and she loved line dancing. She is survived by her mother, Barb (Tony) Marek of Stanwood; five children, Amber Beaudrie, Keri Smith, Megan Hiller, Leigh Walters,...
