Obituary Listing

Aug 10, 2020

Lewis Douglas "Doug" Harper, 67, of Barryton, passed away unexpectedly on August 10, 2020. He was born on January 10, 1953 in Edmore, to Lewis and Ruth Ann (Daily) Harper. At one time during his life you could find him behind the counter at his store Martiny Bait and Tackle. Lewis was the kind of guy who was always willing...

Aug 9, 2020

Eleanor "Sylvia" Fuller, age 92 of Canadian Lakes, passed away Sunday, August 9, 2020. She was born September 1, 1927, in Glenwood, Minnesota, the daughter of Erick Sydney and Anna (Aslakson) Barsness. Sylvia was an outstanding mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Taking care of people brought her great joy; she was also generous to a fault. Sylvia was a talented seamstress,...

Aug 8, 2020

Justin Brown, 34, of Lake, passed away on Saturday, August 8, 2020. Known as "Superman" by all who loved him, and beating the odds many times before, Justin fought a courageous battle with multiple health conditions to the very end. Justin was born on August 19, 1985 in Garden City, to Peggy (Shopshear) Jehnzen and James Brown. He was a...

Aug 8, 2020

Rosemary Francis (Esch) Randall, age 77 of Remus, passed away peacefully on August 8, 2020. She was born on November 21, 1942 to Arthur and Mildred Esch. Rosemary graduated from St. John the Baptist Catholic School in Hubbardston, Michigan. In 1962 she married George Randall making their home in Remus where their children were raised. A loving mother, grandmother, and...

Aug 7, 2020

Pamela Baker-Schovey, 78, of Barryton, passed away on Saturday, August 8, 2020. Pamela was born on July 23, 1942 in Grand Rapids, to Alexander "Walt" and Frances (Wilder) Ziolkowski. Pamela had fond memories of spending time at her parents business, Al & Bobs Sports Shop in Grand Rapids. A graduate of Godwin High School, she went on to Grand Valley...

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...

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,...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...