Obituary Listing

Rose M. Hernandez

Rose M. Hernandez

Sep 18, 2026

Rose Marie Hernandez, age 79, of Greenville, Michigan, formerly of Jackson, passed away Friday, September 18, 2026 at her home under the loving care of her family and Hospice of Michigan. The daughter of Santiago & Janie (Murray) Luna, she was born on July 19, 1947 in Lake Odessa, Michigan.

On April 19, 1963, in Nuevo Laredo, Mexico, she married Carlos...

John M. "Mike" Rogers, Sr.

John M. "Mike" Rogers, Sr.

Aug 30, 2026

John Michael “Mike” Rogers, Sr., age 80, of St. Johns, Michigan, passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 30, 2026. Born on August 30, 1946, in Ann Arbor, Michigan, he was the son of Thomas Deal and Mary Corby (Walker) Rogers.

Mike was a proud veteran serving in Germany during the Vietnam War era. He honorably served his country in the United...

Ronald W. Redner

Ronald W. Redner

Aug 26, 2026

Ronald William Redner, age 84, of Grand Rapids, Michigan, passed away Wednesday morning, August 26, 2026 at his home under the loving care of his family and Corewell Health Hospice.

The son of Donald William & Juanita Francis (Shortale) Redner, he was born on January 6, 1942, in Grand Rapids, Michigan and was a 1959 graduate of Godwin Heights High School.

A...

Matthew J Whitlatch Sr.

Matthew J Whitlatch Sr.

Oct 5, 2026

Matthew John Whitlatch, age 66, of Moline, MI, passed away Oct. 5, 2026. 

Matthew was born Dec. 28, 1959, to Lewis and Betty Whitlatch.Growing up, he loved working at the 131 Dragway and being outdoors. Minnie Pond held a special place in his heart. Like his parents (Navy) before him, his son Patrick(USMC) and daughter, Danielle (Navy), after him, Matt was...

Thomas Lee Swainston

Thomas Lee Swainston

Oct 5, 2026

Thomas Lee Swainston passed away on October 5, 2026, at the age of 75. He was born on December 19, 1950.

Thomas will be remembered as an easygoing, happy man who loved his life and found joy in helping others. He was known for doing repairs on cars and for the steady way he moved through life. He never complained and...

Abby Byle

Abby Byle

Oct 5, 2026

Abby Byle, of Grandville, Michigan, went to be with our Lord and Savior on Monday, October 5, 2026 at Trillium Woods, following a courageous four-year battle with dementia.

Abby was a proud South High Trojan and cherished meeting her fellow alumni friends at Marge's Donut Den. She had a deep love for all of God's creatures, especially birds, cats, and dogs....

Dolores A. "Dot" Palmer

Dolores A. "Dot" Palmer

Oct 2, 2026

Dolores Ann “Dot” Palmer, age 83, of Gowen, Michigan, passed away Friday, October 2, 2026 at Corewell Health-Greenville Hospital in Greenville, Michigan. The daughter of Charles Wesley & Evelyne Jewel (Hugmeyer) Payne, she was born on March 7, 1943 in Grand Rapids, Michigan, and was a devoted mother and homemaker.

Dot loved all animals and over the years raised a variety...

Raymond Leon Nelson

Raymond Leon Nelson

Oct 1, 2026

Raymond Leon Nelson was born on February 12, 1951, to Juanita Branch and William Nelson Jr. He entered eternal rest on October 1, 2026, at 2:30 PM.

Raymond spent his early years in Gary, Indiana, before moving to Bangor, Michigan, where he met and married Linda Jane Crossno. Their marriage lasted 17 years, and although they eventually went their separate ways,...

Shirley K. Lee

Shirley K. Lee

Sep 27, 2026

Shirley Kay Lee lived a life well lived, filled with faith, love, family and service to others. On Sunday, September 27, 2026, Jesus welcomed her home where we can imagine Him saying, "Well done, good and faithful servant." Shirley passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her beloved husband of 55 years, James Richard Lee, and their family.

One of fifteen...

Rose M. McGrath

Rose M. McGrath

Sep 25, 2026

Rose Marie McGrath, age 68, of Haslett, Michigan, passed away Friday, September 25, 2026 at University of Michigan Health-Sparrow Hospital in Lansing, Michigan. The daughter of Bernard Sheppard and Delores (Litke) & Paul Fenton, she was born on March 26, 1958 in Lansing, Michigan and attended Eastern High School.

Rose worked as a sorter for the United States Postal Service for...

Frank Lance II

Frank Lance II

Sep 25, 2026

Frank Galen Guy Lance II, age 58, of Fenwick, Michigan, passed away Friday, September 25, 2026 at University of Michigan Health-Sparrow Hospital in Lansing, Michigan, following a sudden illness.

The son of Frank Galen Guy Lance, Sr. & Donna (Hyatt) Lance, he was born on January 13, 1968 in Midland, Michigan and had worked as a security guard for many years,...

Kyle Elizabeth Wilson

Kyle Elizabeth Wilson

Sep 24, 2026

Kyle Elizabeth Wilson (Toth) passed away surrounded by family at her home in Grand Rapids Michigan September 24th, 2026 following a long fight with brain cancer. Kind and caring, she provided a safe space and loving presence for everyone around her.

Kyle was born in Plymouth, Michigan to her parents Julie and Mark Toth where she grew up loving animals, especially...

Darleen L. Roesly

Darleen L. Roesly

Sep 24, 2026

Darleen Lois Roesly, beloved mother, wife, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 24, 2026 at the age of 78, surrounded by the people who loved her.

Darleen will be remembered most for the love she gave to her family and the place she held in the lives of those around her. She was a devoted wife, mother...

Jack Harvey Krieger

Jack Harvey Krieger

Sep 24, 2026

Jack Harvey Krieger

1944–2026

Jack Harvey Krieger, 82, passed away peacefully on September 24, 2026, surrounded by his loving family and care staff at the VA Palliative Care Unit in Battle Creek, Michigan.

Jack proudly served in the United States Army, including an overseas assignment in Okinawa.

Jack’s love of the outdoors and his spirit of service led him to volunteer with the Coast...

David L. Veenstra

David L. Veenstra

Sep 23, 2026

David Lee Veenstra, age 75, of Cedar Springs, Michigan, passed away Wednesday, September 23, 2026 at Corewell Health-Butterworth Hospital in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

The son of Peter & Evelyn (DeMand) Veenstra, he was born on May 22, 1951 in Grand Rapids and worked most of his life as a roofing contractor. 

On August 30, 1975, he married Cheryl Ann Hickman and together...

Donald Gilbert Thompson

Donald Gilbert Thompson

Sep 17, 2026

In Loving Memory of Donald Gilbert Thompson September 12, 1938 – September 17, 2026 

With love and sorrow, yet comforted by the promises of Jesus Christ, we announce the passing of Donald Gilbert Thompson, who went home to be with the Lord on September 17, 2026, at the age of 88. 

Donald was a devoted husband, loving father, grandfather, and brother. His...

Mary Ellen Leduc

Mary Ellen Leduc

Sep 16, 2026

Mary Ellen Leduc, 75, of Grand Rapids, Michigan, peacefully passed away on September 16, 2026.

Born on September 5, 1951, in Detroit, Michigan, Mary was the beloved daughter of Viola (Parker) Leduc. She spent her formative years in Detroit, where she graduated from the Dominican Academy. Mary went on to dedicate her professional life to helping others, working for many years...

Louise Alice VanOeveren

Louise Alice VanOeveren

Sep 15, 2026

Louise Alice VanOeveren, aged 85, a cherished mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully with her family by her side on September 15, 2026 . Born on May 22, 1941, in Grand Rapids, MI, Louise was the beloved daughter of the late William and Antoinette Wagenaar. 

Louise graduated from Grand Rapids Central High School in 1959, laying the foundation for a life...

Roderick P. Francis

Roderick P. Francis

Sep 15, 2026

Roderick Pierce Francis, age 63, of Grand Rapids, Michigan, passed away Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at Corewell Health-Butterworth Hospital in Grand Rapids. The son of Lester Walter & Virginia Ruth (Pierce) Francis, he was born on March 16, 1963 in Monroe, Michigan.

Roderick was a professional stage hand with the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees and was a man of...

James D. "Jim" Kenny

James D. "Jim" Kenny

Sep 15, 2026

James David Kenny, age 83, of Greenville, Michigan, formerly of Belding, passed away Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at Corewell Health-Greenville Hospital. The son of Foster & Helen (Foltz) Kenny, he was born on February 5, 1943 in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

On May 28, 1966, in Greenville, he married the love of his life, Marian Lynn Rasmussen, and together they raised two...