Obituary Listing

Aug 28, 2025

Gary Weber, 63, of Morley, passed away on August 28, 2025. He was born on July 18, 1962 to Clarence and Wanda Weber in Grand Rapids. Gary and his beloved wife of 22 years, Sherrill Weber, were born in the same hospital only two weeks apart.

No one threw bigger bonfires, blasted louder music, or had more...

Aug 26, 2025

Nancy Eden Burmeister, of Big Rapids, passed away on August 26, 2025. She was born on November 10, 1942 to David and Anne (Henry) Hodges in charming, southern city of Covington, Kentucky.

Before her passing, Nancy and her husband, William Burmeister, spent 59 delightful years married. They raised three children together: Jesse Stuart Burmeister, Jacob "Jay" William...

Aug 18, 2025

Geraldine "Gerri" Wheeler, of Big Rapids, passed away peacefully at age 94. She was born to Halla Wheeler and Lila (Baker) Yarrington on January 19, 1931 in Lansing, Michigan.

What brought Gerri the most joy was people: helping others, chatting at Dibble's Five and Dime, and spending time with her family. Many locals knew her as "Little...

Aug 16, 2025

Malissa Ann Wells, fondly known as "Mo," passed away on August 16, 2025, at the age of 54. She was born on June 19, 1971, to Dean and Linda (Brown) Morris.

Mo had a kind and playful spirit, known for her love of animals and her great sense of humor. She especially adored her cats and even...

Aug 16, 2025

Alan Lee Former, 78, of Big Rapids, passed away at home on August 16, 2025. On July 25, 1947, Alan was born to Herman and Doris (Roeters) Former in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

As a young man, Alan was drafted into the United States Army during the Vietnam War. After his honorable discharge, Alan worked as an electrician...

Aug 15, 2025

Jack Edward Schippers, 56, passed away unexpectedly on August 15, 2025. Jack was born January 23, 1969 to Danny and Constance (Woodard) Schippers.

Jack was a hobbyist, always looking for the next fun thing to learn or do. He could fix anything you needed him to, and loved spending time outdoors fixing campers, fishing, and going to...

Aug 14, 2025

Susan Kay Jancek, 77, of Big Rapids, Michigan, passed away on August 14, 2025, with her family by her side. Born on January 27, 1948 in Muskegon, Michigan to Robert and Irene (Karchinski) Strasser, Susan grew up in Whitehall, Michigan, graduating from Whitehall High School.

Susan traveled to Denver, Colorado in 1970 where she lived and made...

Aug 8, 2025

Joe Carr Hamilton, 75, of Big Rapids, Michigan, passed away on August 8, 2025. Born on April 10, 1950, to Carr and Eva (Tribe) Hamilton, Joe spent his life in Big Rapids, where he built a legacy of kindness, generosity, and hard work.

Joe was known for his willingness to help anyone in need—whether it was mowing...

Aug 6, 2025

Timothy George Wilson, 33, of Edmore, passed away on August 6, 2025, surrounded by those who loved him most.

Born July 27, 1992, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, Tim was the beloved son of Timothy Wilson and Shari Hartman. He was a devoted partner, father, son, brother, and friend. But above all, Tim lived for his family. His...

Aug 3, 2025

Marjorie "Merlyn" Ghent, 93, of Paris, Michigan, passed away on August 3, 2025. She was born in Bitely, Michigan on July 26, 1932 to Harold Curtice Sr. and Inez Amanda Curtice. She married her husband, William Ghent on October 13, 1949, and hey spent 56 wonderful years together before Bill's passing in 2006.

Joy was brought to...

Jul 29, 2025

Lois Blakeley of Big Rapids, Michigan, passed away on the 29th of July, 2025. Lois was born on February 1st, 1933, in Newaygo County, daughter of George (Law) & Doris (Carnes).

Lois graduated from Big Rapids High School in 1951. She later attended Ferris State University in Business. She worked for Wolverine for 24 years, then after...

Jul 24, 2025

Stanley Eugene Carey, 84, of Morley, passed away on July 24, 2025, at home surrounded by family. He was born on February 21, 1941 to Orville and Della (Thumser) Carey in Newaygo County, Michigan. Stan married his devoted wife Helen (Adrianse) Carey on October 15, 1960 in Croton, and for 64 years they raised their beautiful family.

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Jul 23, 2025

Suzanne Smith passed away peacefully at the age of 89 on July 23, 2025 in Big Rapids. She was born on March 5, 1936 in Ann Arbor to her parents, Rolland and Mina (Wooster) Servis. She later married the love of her life, William E. Smith, who preceded her in death in 2007.

Before moving to Big...

Jul 16, 2025

William "Bill" Alan Rodeheffer, 71, of Brownstown, Michigan, passed away unexpectedly on July 16, 2025, in Big Rapids, Michigan. He was born on May 21, 1954, to his parents, Donald and Evalyn Rodeheffer.

Bill married his high school sweetheart, Nancy Williams, on September 12, 1975. He was born and raised in Allen Park and in 1975, Bill...

Jul 12, 2025

Betty Lorraine Stilson, a beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother, great-great grandmother and friend, passed away peacefully at the age of 88 on July 12, 2025. She was born December 1, 1936, the youngest child to Alpha Sr. and Florence Cogswell in Lakeview, Michigan.

In October of 1955, Betty married Harvey Stilson building a legacy together of which...

Jul 4, 2025

Cheryl "Cherie" Wensloff passed peacefully away on July 4, 2025, cradled in the arms of her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, surrounded by her precious family, and in the atmosphere of unconditional love that she always so freely gave. She was a mother, a grandmother, a great-grandmother, a sister, a cousin, and a friend.

But more than...

Jun 27, 2025

Violet Armstrong, age 89, of Big Rapids, passed away peacefully on June 27, 2025. She was born on October 27, 1935, to George and Mary (Allen) White.

Violet lived a fulfilling life, passing away comfortably surrounded by the love of her family. She shared a remarkable 50+ years with her husband James, and her children, grandchildren and...

Jun 27, 2025

Bradley "Brad" Crawford, 65, of Paris, Michigan, passed away on Friday, June 27, 2025.

He was born on July 28, 1959, in Fremont, the son of Irving and Barbara (Schrader) Crawford. On April 12, 1980, Brad was united in marriage to the love of his life, Constance "Connie" Stopczynski, in White Cloud.

Brad worked alongside...

Jun 27, 2025

Dennis Thenikl, 70, of Morley, passed away on Friday, June 27, 2025, with his family by his side.

He was born on October 30, 1954, in Fremont, the son of Henry and Nellie (Brown) Thenikl. Dennis worked as a Die Maker for Auto Die in Grand Rapids for over 30 years, where he formed many lifelong friendships...

Jun 26, 2025

Thomas Milner, 76, of Hersey, Michigan, passed away at home on June 26, 2025. He was born on November 28, 1948 in Wyandotte, Michigan to his parents, Thomas Milner II and Thelma (Kugler) Haefler.

Thomas earned a master's degree in social work, a reflection of his deep compassion and commitment to helping others. He also proudly served...