Valerie Harley
May 26, 2025
Valerie "Val" Jean Harley, 71, of Stanwood, Michigan, passed away peacefully on May 26, 2025.
Born on September 30, 1953, Val grew up with a love for family, adventure, and creativity. She graduated from Milford High School in 1971 and went on to live a life filled with warmth, resilience, and above all else love for her...
Ronald Shepler
May 24, 2025
Ronald K. Shepler, age 89, of Big Rapids, Michigan, passed away on Saturday, May 24, 2025. He was born on November 13, 1935, in Washington, D.C., the son of Melvin L. Shepler and Cora E. Henlen. A 1953 high school graduate, Ron attended the University of Maryland, where he participated in the ROTC program while earning a bachelor's degree...
Lynnette Shepard
May 24, 2025
Lynnette "Babe" Shepard passed away on May 24, 2025, in Mount Pleasant, Michigan, at the age of 67. She was born on June 5, 1957, the daughter of Foy Brown and Mabel Welch in Lakeview.
Lynnette spent 38 dedicated years as a cook at Remus Tavern, where her love for food and people came together in a...
Lonna Lewis
May 22, 2025
Lonna Lewis, of Big Rapids, Michigan, eternally "39," passed away at her home on May 22, 2025. She will be reunited with her partner in life, William "Bill" Lueth, whom she missed dearly over the past eleven weeks, as well as her cherished son, LaWayne Hill.
Born on April 8, in Detroit, Michigan, the daughter of Robert...
Grace Sanderson
May 20, 2025
Grace Sanderson, 92, of Blanchard, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 20, 2025, in Valdosta, Georgia.
She was born on October 12, 1932, in Carson City, the daughter of Rowatt and Hazel (Farrand) Taylor. Grace graduated from Blanchard High School in 1951 and went on to pursue a meaningful career in education. She taught in Shields and...
Jerry Matthews
May 19, 2025
Jerry T. Matthews, 85, of Mecosta, passed away on Monday, May 19, 2025.
He was born on August 28, 1939, in Canton, Mississippi, the son of Hestell and Evelena (Tucker) Matthews. In 1970, Jerry married his soulmate, Elizabeth Thomas, and together they shared 54 years of love and beautiful shared memories.
Jerry was a hardworking...
Lawrence Martin
May 18, 2025
Lawrence Lee Martin, 95, of Harrison, Michigan, passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 18, 2025.
He was born on March 29, 1930, in Lansing, the son of Frank and Mona Mae (Dennison) Martin. On July 29, 1949, he was united in marriage to his childhood neighbor and sweetheart, Margie Rowe. Their love story blossomed into a beautiful...
Robert L. Siewert
May 17, 2025
Robert Lee Siewert, born January 17, 1940, passed away on May 17, 2025 at Mission Point Nursing Home in Big Rapids, Michigan.
Robert was born to the late Caroline (Haase) and Walter Siewert, in St. Joseph, Michigan. He leaves behind his wife of 38 years, Donna Siewert, three daughters, Elizabeth (Dee) Burrows, Roberta (Jose) Siewert, and Melissa...
James Mcintyre
May 15, 2025
James Allen McIntyre, 86, of Big Rapids, Michigan, passed away peacefully on May 15, 2025, at Corewell Health in Grand Rapids.
Born on June 19, 1938, in Rockford, Michigan, James was the son of the late Ferna Gerring and John McIntyre. He graduated from Big Rapids High School in 1957, where he met the love of his...
Russell L. Squires Sr.
May 8, 2025
Russell Leroy Squires Sr. passed peacefully on the morning of May 8, 2025, at home surrounded by family. Born July 15, 1952, to parents Robert and Esther Squires of Ludington, Michigan. After growing up on various horse farms, Russ graduated from Ferris State College with a Bachelor of Science degree. He married his first wife, Cheryl Squires, in December...
Roger Allen Doll
May 6, 2025
Roger Allen Doll passed away on May 6, 2025, at the age of 79.
Born on January 11, 1946, Roger lived a full and devoted life. From 1966 to 1968, he honorably served his country in the Vietnam War. He married the love of his life, Cynthia "Cindi" Currie, on May 21, 1967, in Ferndale, Michigan. Together,...
Brenda Miller
Apr 22, 2025
Brenda Marie Miller (Berryhill), formerly of Big Rapids, Michigan, passed away on April 22, 2025, in East Lansing, Michigan, at the age of 77.
Born on September 2, 1947, in Midland, Michigan, Brenda was the daughter of Charles and Ruth (Blackhurst) Berryhill. She graduated from Midland Dow High School in 1965 and began her career as a...
Nellie Swarthout
Apr 16, 2025
Nellie Jean Swarthout, 91, of Rodney, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 16, 2025.
She was born on June 29, 1933, in Barnardsville, North Carolina, the daughter of Elicie and Timer (Davis) Burleson. On June 14, 1952, Nellie was united in marriage to Arvin Swarthout, who preceded her in death in 2014.
Nellie had a...
Richard E. Kailing
Apr 16, 2025
Richard E. Kailing passed away on April 16, 2025.
Born in Big Rapids, Michigan on July 3, 1938; Richard was the son of Mary Cecelia Kailing. He joined the Army National Guard and honorably served from 1958 to 1962. He was a proud Machinist in the Tool and Die trade. He married the love of his life...
Patricia A. Szynkowski
Apr 15, 2025
Patricia Ann Szynkowski, age 88, passed away peacefully on April 15, 2025, in Big Rapids, Michigan.
Born on February 21, 1937, to Stanley and Amelia (Ambrose) Jakubielski, Patricia lived a life full of love, laughter, and spirited enthusiasm. In 1957, she married her soulmate, Stephen Szynkowski, and together they built a beautiful life and family rooted in...
Claire Taylor
Apr 12, 2025
Claire Pauline Taylor, 79, of Big Rapids, passed away with her daughters by her side on Saturday, April 12, 2025.
She was born on December 21, 1945, in Charleroi, Pennsylvania, the daughter of John and Emilie (Dubois) Rosenburg. Claire graduated from Poland High School in Poland, Ohio, Class of 1963, and later attended Ferris State University, earning...
Terry Fyvie
Apr 9, 2025
Terry Fyvie, 75, of Morley, came to the end of his journey on Wednesday, April 9, 2025. He was born in Flint, and raised in Stanwood by his beloved grandmother Norma and Frederick Riebow. His life was also greatly influenced by his beloved great grandmother Hilda Fraser and great uncles Tootsie and Harvey of Rogers Heights.
Terry's...
Stephen Berens
Apr 9, 2025
Stephen J. Berens, 68, of Morley, passed away on April 9, 2025. He was born on December 23, 1956, in Grand Rapids, the son of Eugene and Jane Patricia (Maczka) Berens. Stephen was united in marriage to Kathryn, who preceded him in death in 2008.
Stephen dedicated over 40 years of his life to the concrete and...
Michael Forbes
Apr 8, 2025
Michael James Forbes took his final journey on April 8, 2025. Mike was born on March 23, 1950 to Fay and Virgilene Forbes in Lake, Michigan. He attended school in Barryton, Michigan and graduated in 1968 as a member of the first graduating class of Chippewa Hills High School. During high school, he played basketball, football, and was drum...
Mary L. Lloyd
Apr 7, 2025
Mary Luella Lloyd, age 73, fought the good fight and crossed the finish line into the arms of heaven on April 7, 2025.
Born on March 29, 1952, to Robert and Ruth Deakins, Mary was a woman of fierce spirit, infectious laughter, and boundless love. She married the love of her life, Richard "Rick" Lloyd, on December...
