Obituary Listing
Leland E. "Lee" Barber
May 30, 2026
Leland Edward “Lee” Barber, age 74, of Greenville, Michigan, passed away on Saturday, May 30, 2026 at his home. The son of Frederick Edward & Mazie Dell (Ridgeway) Barber, he was born on July 26, 1951 in Lakeview, Michigan.
On October 13, 1973, he married the former Laura Ethel Johnson and together they enjoyed nearly 51 years of marriage until Laura...
Gary Edward Urbon
Jun 17, 2026
Gary Edward Urbon, age 89, passed away peacefully on June 17, 2026 at the Newaygo County Compassion Home in Fremont under the care of Corewell Health Hospice, following a year-long battle with heart disease.
Gary was born on May 2, 1937, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, to John Edward and Doris (Thompson) Urbon. He spent all of his life in Michigan, eventually...
Dennis L. Twichell
Jun 16, 2026
Dennis L. Twichell (also known as "Twich"), age 85, of Cedar Springs, Michigan, passed away Tuesday evening, June 16, 2026 at his home under the loving care of his family and Corewell Health Hospice. He was born on May 15, 1941 in Grand Rapids, Michigan, a son of the late Charles Lorenzo and Dorothy Mae Twichell.
For nearly 50 years, Dennis...
David Myron Porter
Jun 15, 2026
David Myron Porter, age 89, of Lowell, Michigan, passed away Monday, June 15, 2026.
David was born December 13, 1936, a son of Edwin and Ella Porter. He married the love of his life, Marjorie Porter on September 4, 1965. He is survived by his sister Ardeth Steere, and his nephews Daniel Steere and Jeff Steere. He is preceded in death...
James Carter Payne II
Jun 11, 2026
Surrounded by loved ones, James C. Payne II, 46, of Kalamazoo, passed away peacefully on June 11, 2026.
James was born on September 3, 1979, to the late James C. Payne and Diana L. Payne. He went on to build a life centered around family, faith, and hard work. On September 29, 1997, James married the love of his life, Sara...
Francis Straub
Jun 10, 2026
Francis (Frank) Straub Sr, aged 94, from Kelloggsville, Michigan, passed away peacefully of natural causes on June 10, 2026. Born the youngest of his five siblings, Frank was blessed with a large and loving family that he treasured throughout his life. He shared a special bond with his many nieces and nephews who were more like brothers, sisters and close...
Frank E. Jaquays
Jun 5, 2026
Frank Ervin Jaquays, age 82, of Coral, Michigan, passed away on Friday, June 5, 2026 at home surrounded by his family. He was born June 17, 1943 to Newton and Virginia (Ostrander) Jaquays. He loved playing baseball, basketball, and football while also working on the family farm where he grew up with a brother, Marvin (Maureen) Jaquays and a sister,...
Freddie Edward Albini
Jun 4, 2026
Fred Edward Albini, 76, of South Haven, MI, passed away on June 7, 2026 in Grand Rapids, MI.
Fred is survived by his brother Donald Tait Jr and his brother Kevin Tait.
No Services are scheduled at this time.
Valerie Goodwell
Jun 4, 2026
Valerie Goodwell, age 57, of Kalamazoo, Michigan passed away on June 4, 2026.
Valerie was preceded in death by her mother Andrea Starr. She is survived by her three children; Ashley Dipzinski (daughter), Justin Goodwell (son) and Nichole Goodwell (daughter).
No services are scheduled at this time.
Robert Lee Van Houten
Jun 4, 2026
Robert L. “Bob” Van Houten, age 80, of Crystal, Michigan passed away Thursday, June 4, 2026. The son of Theo Glen & Ona Lee (Ribble) Van Houten, he was born on December 13, 1945 in Ionia, Michigan. On June 4, 1983 he married Geneva Grace Maxon and together they enjoyed nearly 40 years of marriage.
In Robert’s early years he worked...
Ann Marie Kiser
Jun 3, 2026
Ann Marie Kiser, 92, of Grand Rapids Michigan, joined her husband Charles Kiser, with her passing on June 3, 2026.
Ann was predeceased by her parents Silvister and Glennie Eldridge. She is survived by her children, daughter Kim Sawyer and son Jeff Kiser.
Ann and Charles Kiser will be laid to rest at Fort Custer National Cemetery at a date to be...
Roger A. Iteen
Jun 3, 2026
Roger Allan Iteen, age 61, of Lakeview, Michigan, passed away Wednesday, June 3, 2026 at Corwell Health-Butterworth Hospital in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The son of Gerry Wayne & Mary Ann (Lucas) Iteen, he was born on New Years Eve, December 31, 1964 in Lakeview, Michigan.
Roger spent most of his working years in the plastering and stucco construction trades, loved to...
Jeffory Allen Potter
Jun 2, 2026
Jeffory Allen Potter II, age 54, passed away on June 2, 2026, in Lansing, Michigan. Born on July 15, 1971, in Lansing, Michigan, Jeffory spent his life in the community he called home.
Jeffory was a devoted husband to his wife, Angela "Angie" Potter, and a loving father to his daughter, Emirald Potter. He cherished his role as a caring son...
Dorothy F. Holland
Jun 2, 2026
Dorothy F. Holland, age 98, of Greenville, Michigan, passed away Tuesday evening, June 2, 2026 at her home at Green Acres of Greenville. The daughter of Guy Leo & Edna Pearl (Devault) Hubbard, she was born on June 22, 1927 in Trufant, Michigan.
Dorothy retired from the former Electrolux Home Products, and enjoyed growing flowers (especially roses), ball room dancing and...
Emery R. Keene, Jr.
Jun 1, 2026
Emery Russell Keene, Jr., age 78, of Greenville, Michigan, passed away Monday, June 1, 2026 at Corewell Health-Butterworth Hospital in Grand Rapids, Michigan.
The son of Wanda (Goose) & Emery Russell Keene, Sr., he was born on January 22, 1948 in Traverse City, Michigan, was raised in the Stanton area, and was a 1966 graduate of Central Montcalm High School.
For 42...
Roger Dale Gort
Jun 1, 2026
Roger Dale Gort, age 86, of Trufant, Michigan, passed away Monday, June 1, 2026 at his home under the loving care of his family and Corewell Health Hospice. The son of Arie & Eleanor Louise (Grover) Gort, he was born on April 11, 1940 in Grand Rapids, Michigan.
A proud veteran of the United States Army, Roger served during the Cold...
Patrick M. Mulkerns
Jun 1, 2026
On June 1st, 2026, Patrick Mulkerns "Uncle Pat" passed away peacefully at home with his family in Evart, Michigan. Patrick was born May 10th, 1954, in Pennsylvania to John & Flora Mulkerns and big brother, John.
Patrick graduated from Valley Forge Military Academy Junior College in 1975 with plans to move forward with a military career but after a freak tennis...
Ronald Allen Koeppen
May 31, 2026
Ronald Allen Koeppen, born on August 5, 1963, passed away on May 31, 2026. He leaves behind a legacy marked by love, dedication, and cherished memories held dear by those who knew him best.
Ronald was preceded in death by his father, Gerald Koeppen, beloved grandparents, Louis and Clara Koeppen, and Frank and June Hicks, whose influence and guidance shaped much...
Sondra Dean Lucas
May 30, 2026
Sondra Dean Lucas, age 71, of Quincy, Michigan, passed away Saturday, May 30, 2026, in Kalamazoo, Michigan.
Sondra was born September 10, 1954, in Highland Park, Michigan, a daughter of Lloyd and Wilma Dean Hering.
Ronald Firel Palmitier
May 30, 2026
Ronald Firel Palmitier, age 88, of Grand Rapids, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Saturday, May 30, 2026. Ron’s faith was very important to him. Despite relocating to other states for his job as a sales manager, he always became deeply involved in each new church community, where he nurtured close friendships, taught Sunday school and lead...
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