en-ushttp://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/rssV1.xml Life Story Network RSS V1Copyright 2007, LifeStoryNet, LLC http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36141/ Juanita Ramirez, age 56, of Holland, died on Monday May 5, 2008 in her home. Born in Crystal City, TX, she came to Holland as a teenager. She worked for twenty three years at H. J. Heinz Company in Ho Wed, 07 May 2008 08:50:40 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36142/ Charles Grant "Sonny" Disher Battle Creek Charles Grant "Sonny" Disher, 75, of Battle Creek, passed away Monday, May 5, 2008 at the Lifespan/Good Samaritan Hospice Residence. Sonny was Wed, 07 May 2008 11:03:57 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36143/ Estella Anna May Morrison Battle Creek Estella Anna May Morrison, 101 yrs., of Battle Creek, died at Calhoun County Medical Care Facility on Monday, May 5, 2008. She was born on November 13, 1906 to W Wed, 07 May 2008 11:07:11 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36144/ Alice E. Nash Hastings Alice E. Nash, age 69, died Sunday, May 4, 2008. Visitation will be held Wednesday from 11 a.m. until service time. Services Wednesday, May 7, 2008 at 1 p.m. at the Girrbach Fun Wed, 07 May 2008 11:08:46 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36145/ Marie Ann Reese Marshall Marie Ann Reese, 55, died Monday,May 5, 2008. Visitation at the Craig K. Kempf Funeral Home Friday from 4-7 p.m. Services 11 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home. www. kempffuner Wed, 07 May 2008 11:10:13 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36146/ Glenn Slingerlend Battle Creek Glenn Slingerlend, age 66, of Battle Creek, passed away Monday afternoon, May 5, 2008 at home surrounded by his loving family. Glenn was born January 27, 1942 in Lansing Wed, 07 May 2008 11:11:29 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36147/ Mary C. Wright Battle Creek Mary C. Wright, 93, of Battle Creek, passed away Friday, May 2, 2008 at the Laurels of Bedford. She was born August 7, 1914 in Eaton County, the daughter of Elias and Imoge Wed, 07 May 2008 11:12:34 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36148/ Died May 4, 2008. Bill was born on Sept. 11, 1936 in Coopersville, MI, the son of Stanley and Irene (McGurn) Curley. He was a veteran of the Korean War having served in the U.S. Navy. United P Wed, 07 May 2008 12:35:04 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36149/ Passed away Tuesday, May 6, 2008. He was born December 15, 1928 in Comstock, the son of Lewis H. and Anna M. Eager and was a lifelong resident of Comstock. He was an owner-operator of a Pepperidge Far Wed, 07 May 2008 12:36:13 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36150/ Was born November 14, 1924 in Allegan, the son of Rich and Gertrude Harnden. He graduated from Allegan High School, class of 1942. He was a life-long dairy farmer, living his life on the Harnden Cente Wed, 07 May 2008 12:37:45 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36151/ Passed away Friday, May 2, 2008. He was born July 22, 1964 in Kalamazoo, a son of Robert and Florence Lyon and had lived in Kalamazoo for several years. Bob had served in the Unites States Army for Wed, 07 May 2008 12:39:12 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36152/ Shirley Noble, was born September 10, 1925 in Chicago IL, passed away on May 3, 2008. She was preceded in death by her parents, David Noble and Vesta Carr- Noble; her son, Jerome Noble; brother, Leona Wed, 07 May 2008 12:40:35 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36153/ Died Wednesday, April 30, 2008 at Bronson Hospital in Kalamazoo. Bert was born in New York City on July 3, 1912, the son of the late William and Sarah Wylan. He attended James Madison High School in B Wed, 07 May 2008 12:41:37 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36154/ Valerio “Val” Garza III, age 43, of Holland, died Sunday, May 4, 2008, at his home, following a long battle with heart disease. He is now home with His Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. He wa Wed, 07 May 2008 13:25:06 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36155/ Esther Mae Vander Zwaag, 89 Esther Mae Vander Zwaag, age 89, of South Olive went to be with her Lord and Savior Monday, May 5, 2008. Her heart belonged to Him, she cherished the promises of Psalm 121. Wed, 07 May 2008 13:26:37 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36156/ Ruth Scholten Boyce Osterop, age 83, of Holland, formerly of Grand Haven, passed through the gates of Heaven to be with her Lord on Monday, May 5, 2008, after a brief stay at the Hospice House of Holl Wed, 07 May 2008 13:31:05 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36157/ Vernon Shooks loved cars, sports, his family and his friends. He was a man of work and dedication, and he was loyal to all in his life. Vern was a remarkably accomplished man. The world was leaving i Wed, 07 May 2008 14:50:01 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36158/ The story is in the process of being written. Please check back soon. Wed, 07 May 2008 15:26:48 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36159/ Diane Bowen, aged 51, of Jenison, completed her journey here on earth on Monday, May 5, 2008, and is now free from her pain and illness, resting in the presence of her Lord and Savior. She was precede Wed, 07 May 2008 15:28:22 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36160/ The story is in the process of being written. Please check back soon. Wed, 07 May 2008 15:29:04 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36161/ Michelle Marie Hite, aged 20, of Hudsonville, went home to be with her Lord on May 1, 2008. She attended Harvest Baptist Church where she faithfully served her Lord. She is survived by her parents, Ro Wed, 07 May 2008 15:31:27 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36162/ Calvin Howe, aged 83, passed Monday, May 5, 2008. Born into a family of 15, he was preceded in death by three sisters and seven brothers. Surviving are his wife, Jackie; daughter, Cathy and Dan Moomey Wed, 07 May 2008 15:32:45 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36163/ Carol Ann Miedema, age 50, was called by her Lord and Savior to go to her Heavenly Home to be with Him and all His saints in glory, on Tuesday, May 6, 2008. She was one of God's special children w Wed, 07 May 2008 15:33:36 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36164/ Miss Susan J. Peterson, aged 62, of Tampa FL, formerly of Grand Rapids, passed away May 1, 2008 at Tampa General Hospital. Surviving are her sister, Kathleen M. Mink; nephew, Christopher A. Mink; cous Wed, 07 May 2008 15:34:31 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36165/ (NEE PIERCE) Marcia Lee Sakall, age 74, passed away May 4, 2008 at the Grand Rapids Veteran's Facility after a courageous battle with cancer. She was preceded in death by her husband, Serp Wed, 07 May 2008 15:35:34 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36166/ Marion B. "Golden" Schaendorf, aged 97, of Salem Twp., passed away Monday, May 5, 2008. She is survived by her children, Margaret (John) Barsch of WI, John M. "Jack" Schaendorf Wed, 07 May 2008 15:36:34 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36167/ DAVIS (THIEBOUT) - Dorothy Mae Thiebout-Davis, aged 65, of Newaygo and formally of Grand Rapids, passed away Tuesday, May 6, 2008. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Richard Thieb Wed, 07 May 2008 15:37:21 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36168/ HAITSMA Titus Van Haitsma, aged 88, of Hudsonville, passed away Monday, evening, May 5, 2008. He was preceded in death by his wife, Wilma and his granddaughter, Denise Lynn Nagelkirk. He is survived b Wed, 07 May 2008 15:38:18 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36169/ Rebecca Sue (Atkinson) Wagman, 57, of Temple, Pennsylvania and formerly of Grand Rapids, Michigan and Fort Wayne, Indiana, passed away May 4, 2008 at Reading Hospital and Medical Center follow Wed, 07 May 2008 15:39:16 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36170/ Mrs. Genevieve Zarzecki (nee Bilski), aged 94, of Grand Rapids, went to be with the Lord, Monday, May 5, 2008. She was preceded in death by her husband, Chester Zarzecki. Surviving are her son Wed, 07 May 2008 15:40:04 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36171/ The Life Story® is in the process of being written. Please check back soon. Wed, 07 May 2008 17:05:07 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36172/ Benjamin Ivan Niswander began life on June 28, 1942 in Battle Creek, Michigan. He joined his parents Ivan and Onalee (Marr) Niswander and siblings Donna, Dorothy, Robert, William, later joined Wed, 07 May 2008 18:09:51 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36173/ James Boonstra was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather and great great grandfather. Born on May 31, 1912 to Menno and Janie (Koopman) Boonstra, James was one of five chil Wed, 07 May 2008 18:33:29 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36174/ Bob Ritcheske always knew the answer to the equation and always strived to understand how things added up in life. He was a math teacher by trade, a tutor by choice, and a loving and loyal husband, fa Thu, 08 May 2008 08:19:43 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36175/ Thomas L. Douglas Battle Creek Thomas L. Douglas, 74, of Battle Creek, died Wednesday, April 30, 2008. A memorial service will be held 11:00 a.m., Friday, May 9, 2008 at Ft. Custer National Cemetery. Thu, 08 May 2008 10:18:42 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36176/ Buford D. Grimes Battle Creek Buford Grimes, 94, of Battle Creek passed away Tuesday, May 6, 2008 at Bickford Cottage as a result of Parkinson's disease. He was born on March 4, 1914 in Decatur, I Thu, 08 May 2008 10:20:09 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36177/ Henry C. Hardin Albion Henry C. Hardin, age 80, of Albion, died Sunday, May 4, 2008. A memorial service will be held Friday, May 9, 2008 at 11 a.m. at Lewis Chapel A.M.E Church, Albion. Arrangements b Thu, 08 May 2008 10:21:35 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36178/ Gary Lane Isaacs Hastings Gary Lane Isaacs, 60, departed this life on Tuesday, May 6, 2008, at Battle Creek Health System. He was born on July 19, 1947, in Battle Creek, the son of Woodrow S. and Anna Thu, 08 May 2008 10:22:42 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36179/ Clarence Potter Battle Creek Clarence Ezell Potter, 81, of Battle Creek, died Monday, May 5, 2008, at Mercy Pavilion of Battle Creek. Mr. Potter, the son of the late Clarence and Mary Ann Potter, was Thu, 08 May 2008 10:24:59 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36180/ Mildred E. Waldron Middleville Mildred E. Waldron, age 85, of Middleville, died Tuesday, May 6, 2008. Memorial services will be held Saturday, May 10, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. at the Girrbach Funeral Home i Thu, 08 May 2008 10:26:14 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36182/ Chris and Pete Bourgeois sadly announce the death of Taylor, their chocolate lab on May 3rd, 2008. He will be dearly missed by his family. Please visit Taylor’s Life Tail web page at www.lifesto Thu, 08 May 2008 12:00:33 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36183/ Life’s most precious gifts are the ones you love, and Shirley Burns treasured every moment she spent in the company of her beloved family and dear friends. They were the people who she laughed w Thu, 08 May 2008 12:16:25 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36184/ LIFE STORY: When you try to define the sort of person James Rensland was to his family and friends, you imagine someone who is an all around good person, who loves his life and his family, and was a p Thu, 08 May 2008 13:17:33 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36185/ Kathy Lee Nelson always had room in her heart for more. More children, more animals, more love. She kept it chock-full of love and laughter, letting it out for the kids, friends and family closest to Thu, 08 May 2008 13:56:00 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36186/ Passed away Monday, May 5, 2008 at Riverview Manor, Three Rivers. Rudolph, "Rudy" as most people knew him, was born July 22, 1920 in Chicago, the son of Reinert and Mary (Donoghue) Rei Thu, 08 May 2008 14:02:16 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36187/ Passed away Tuesday afternoon, May 6, 2008 at Borgess Medical Center. Dick was born in West Virginia, December 25, 1935, the son of Harley & Isabelle (Layton) Wedel. Dick served his c Thu, 08 May 2008 14:04:06 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36188/ Elmo B. Carleton, of Grand Rapids, passed away on May 4, 2008, at Spectrum Health. He was born March 6, 1917, in Oblong, Illinois to William and Verna Carleton. He was a veteran of WW II serving with Thu, 08 May 2008 14:51:08 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36189/ Joseph Patrick Carmody, age 60, passed away on May 6th, 2008 after struggling with and overcoming many health issues. Joe was a gentle and kind soul who strove for peace and justice in all that he did Thu, 08 May 2008 14:52:08 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36190/ (Cedar Springs) Mrs. Jean (Norder) Davis, age 63, is now sleeping in Jesus, awaiting the resurrection. She was a 1962 graduate of Lee High School and member of Belgreen Seventh Day Adv Thu, 08 May 2008 14:52:56 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36191/ GORDON - On Tuesday, May 6, my husband, our father, our grandfather, and our great-grandfather-Paul Gordon-went home to be with his Lord and Savior. We will miss him so very much. Paul is survived by Thu, 08 May 2008 14:53:37 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36192/ Mr. Armond "Arnie" Hansen, age 87, passed away May 3, 2008 after a courageous battle with cancer. He was preceded in death by his wife of 33 years, Dorothy. He is survived by his children, Pam Thu, 08 May 2008 14:54:19 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36193/ (BAKKER) Sadie C. Hoppe, age 84, of Wyoming, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Tuesday, May 6, 2008. She was preceded in death by her husband, Paul J. Hoppe; sister and brother-in-law, An Thu, 08 May 2008 14:54:59 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36194/ Leo B. Kunkel, Jr., 83 years old, of Grand Rapids, died on Monday, May 5th at Porter Hills Health Center. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 12:00 Noon on Friday, May 9 at St. Stephen Ch Thu, 08 May 2008 14:56:02 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36195/ Jonah Lipke, infant son of Kevin and Rebecca Lipke, passed away shortly after birth, Tuesday, May 6, 2008 and went to join his sister, Ava Faith in Heaven. Also surviving are his sister, Zoÿ; bro Thu, 08 May 2008 14:56:50 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36196/ Mr. Larry Locke, age 67, of Baldwin, said goodbye on Tuesday, May 6, 2008. He grew up in Belmont on Lynhurst Street where he had lots of open space to roam. Larry worked on the Mitchell farm and caddi Thu, 08 May 2008 14:57:26 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36197/ Robert A. May, aged 86, of Grand Rapids, passed away Tuesday, May 6, 2008 at Spectrum Health-Butterworth Campus. Surviving are his children, Candy and Harry Whitsell of Grand Rapids, Robert May of Ree Thu, 08 May 2008 14:58:08 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36198/ Mr. Edwin A. Nowak, aged 85, of Grand Rapids, WWII US Naval Veteran, passed away Tuesday, May 6, 2008 after a brief illness. Surviving are his wife of 60 1/2 years, Clara; two children, Kathleen Thu, 08 May 2008 14:59:06 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36199/ F. Joseph Reynolds, aged 87, passed away April 23rd in Port Charlotte, FL. Joseph is survived by his wife of 63 years, Marie; his children, Joseph, Jr. (Sue), Thomas (Kevin Marie) of S Thu, 08 May 2008 15:00:19 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36200/ Rose E. Zeitler Tafel Stahl, aged 91, of Caledonia, formerly of Saginaw, passed away peacefully to heaven on Wednesday, May 7, 2008. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Lavern F. Tafel; br Thu, 08 May 2008 15:02:34 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36201/ Robert E. Switzer, aged 96, of Grand Rapids, went to be with his Heavenly Father, May 6, 2008. He was preceded in death by his wife, Lucille E. Switzer. Surviving are his daughters, Myrna (George Thu, 08 May 2008 15:03:26 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36202/ Francis J. "Frank" Thiefels, age 97, of Ann Arbor, MI, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 6, 2008 at the Evangelical Home-Saline where Francis received excellent care from many loving staf Thu, 08 May 2008 15:04:11 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36203/ Shirley E. "Pat" Worst passed away on Wednesday, May 7, 2008. He was preceded in death by his parents, William and Mabel Worst and his brothers, Roy and Elbert. He is survived by his wife of Thu, 08 May 2008 15:05:10 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36204/ Mrs. Debra J. McClure Rivord, age 45, of Muskegon, passed away Monday, May 5, 2008 in Baldwin, MI. She was born October 26, 1962 in Grand Rapids, MI to the late James and Joanne (Wilson) Lathr Thu, 08 May 2008 16:40:03 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36205/ Mr. Michael Lee Taylor, age 38, passed away unexpectedly Monday, May 5, 2008 at a local hospital. Michael was born to Harold G. and Donna M. (VanMaastricht) Taylor on November 10, 1969 in Musk Thu, 08 May 2008 16:41:04 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36207/ Louise Lois Andrew, age 70, passed away on May 7, 2008. Louise was born in Muskegon, on March 8, 1938 to the late Gustaf and Eleanor Pearson. She was preceded in death by her husband of 41 years, Wm. Thu, 08 May 2008 16:52:26 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36209/ Mrs. Irma Minnerick, age , 88, passed away Wednesday, May 7, 2008 at the Poppen residence. She was born March 10, 1920 in Ravenna to Russell and Hazel (Wilde) Patterson and resided in Muskegon Thu, 08 May 2008 16:54:37 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36210/ Mr. Frank B. Pieczynski, age 94, died Tuesday, May 6, 2008. He was born on October 25, 1913 in Junction City, WI to Charles and Rose (Pionek) Pieczynski. Frank married Ann Bempke on November Thu, 08 May 2008 16:55:29 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36211/ Mr. Larry D. Redding Sr., age 74, died Wednesday, May 7, 2008. He was born in Pellston Michigan on May 29, 1933 to Clyde & Alice (Perkins) Redding. Mr. Redding served his country in t Thu, 08 May 2008 16:56:19 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36212/ Mr. Preston James VanderKooi, age 47, passed away unexpectedly Saturday, May 3, 2008 at Spectrum Health - Butterworth Campus in Grand Rapids, MI. He was born November 15, 1960 in Grand Haven, MI to Le Thu, 08 May 2008 16:57:27 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36213/ Jeanne Moore was truly a beautiful woman, inside and out. She purposely looked for ways to give to others, always thinking of their needs before her own. Her ever-cheerful disposition and kind nature Thu, 08 May 2008 19:14:33 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36215/ Infant son of Steve and Missy Leonard was stillborn on May 6, 2008 at Bronson Hospital. Members of his family include his parents Steve and Missy; brothers: Jay and Logan; grandparents: Darwin and Sal Fri, 09 May 2008 10:09:52 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36216/ Mrs. Vera M. Ferguson, age 87, died Wednesday, May 7, 2008. She was born in Shelby, Michigan on July 9, 1920 to Edgar & Esther (Williams) Johnson and married Jack R. Ferguson on Septe Fri, 09 May 2008 10:28:15 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36217/ Paul Frederick Barnes Saline Paul Frederick Barnes, age 65, passed away on Wednesday, May 7, 2008 at The Bronson Hospital located in Kalamazoo, MI. His death resulted from severe injuries sustained th Fri, 09 May 2008 12:09:09 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36218/ Elaine M. Furu-Baker Marshall Elaine M. Furu-Baker, age 58, Marshall, died Wednesday, May 7, 2008. Friends may call at Craig K. Kempf Funeral Home on Sunday 1-8 p.m. with family present 1-3 and 5-7 p. Fri, 09 May 2008 12:10:35 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36219/ Charles Hefty Coldwater Charles Hefty, age 64, of Coldwater, died Wednesday. Visitation will be held on Monday beginning at 10 a.m. until the time of service at 12 noon at Dutcher Funeral Home, Coldwa Fri, 09 May 2008 12:13:01 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36220/ Roosevelt Coleman Hunt Battle Creek Mr. Roosevelt Coleman Hunt, 61, of Battle Creek, MI, died Monday, May 05, 2008 at Battle Creek Health System. He was born June 03, 1946 in Albion, MI the son of Roo Fri, 09 May 2008 12:14:15 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36221/ Benjamin O. Lewis Battle Creek Benjamin O. "Beni" Lewis, 78, of Battle Creek, MI, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Tuesday, May 6, 2008 in Battle Creek, MI. He was born August 19, 1929 Fri, 09 May 2008 12:15:30 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36222/ Hudson Lee Vugteveen, infant son of Ryan and Jennifer Vugteveen, went to be with his Lord Thursday, May 8, 2008, at the University of Michigan Hospital. Besides his parents, he is survived by his brot Fri, 09 May 2008 12:15:50 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36223/ Glenn Slingerlend Battle Creek Glenn Slingerlend, 66, died Monday, May 5, 2008. Friends may call today from 5-8 p.m. at the Farley-Estes & Dowdle Funeral Home, Battle Creek. The funeral servi Fri, 09 May 2008 12:17:07 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36224/ Terry A. Werner Burlington Terry A. Werner, age 55, of Burlington, died May 7, 2008. There will be a visitation Saturday, May 10, 2008 from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. at Putnam's of Tekonsha. 517/767-4114. Fri, 09 May 2008 12:18:27 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36225/ Harold Verduin died May 7, 2008, at Hospice House in Holland, Mich. He was 92 when he succumbed to cancer. Born in South Holland, Ill. in 1916, he was the fourth of six children of Teunis and Rena Rie Fri, 09 May 2008 12:19:43 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36226/ The Davis family sadly announces the death of their dog Buddy on May 6, 2008. Buddy will be dearly missed. Please visit Buddy's personal Life Tail web page at www.lifestorynet.com, where you can u Fri, 09 May 2008 12:26:17 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36227/ Passed away at Borgess Hospital on May 7, 2008. Audrey was born February 2, 1930 in England. She is survived by her children, Janice Adams of Chesapeake, VA and Chris Heckman of Kalamazoo, MI and her Fri, 09 May 2008 12:27:11 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36228/ Died Thursday, May 8, 2008 at the Allegan County Medical Care Facility. Mr. Smalla was born July 22, 1929 in Allegan, the son of John and Donna (Jackson) Smalla. He was a graduate of Allegan H Fri, 09 May 2008 12:28:55 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36229/ Passed away peacefully at Rose Arbor Hospice Care on May 6, 2008. Don is a World War II veteran of the United States Coast Guard. He served as a machinists mate on the USS Grand Forks in the South Pac Fri, 09 May 2008 12:30:00 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36230/ Robert Stanley Cole, Sr., age 85, of Holland, died Thursday, May 8, 2008, at the Inn of Freedom Village. Mr. Cole graduated from Oak Park (Ill.) High School in 1940, and was a resident of Park Fri, 09 May 2008 13:20:39 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36231/ The Horlocker Family sadly announces the death of their dog Joe on May 5, 2008. Joe will be dearly missed by his family. Please visit Joe's Life Tail web page at www.lifestorynet.com, where you ca Fri, 09 May 2008 13:30:26 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36232/ Nella G. (Derks) Bouma, age 99, of Sunset Manor in Jenison, MI, passed away on Thursday, May 8, 2008. She was born May 2, 1909 in Zeeland, MI, the daughter of Herman and Maggie (Meeuwsen Fri, 09 May 2008 16:09:21 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36233/ Bernard R. "Bernie" Damveld, aged 79, of Dorr, went to be with his Lord surrounded by his loving family on May 7, 2008. He was preceded in death by his wife, Shirley (VanderBand); pare Fri, 09 May 2008 16:10:07 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36234/ Greg Laurence Datema, aged 50, was called home by his Heavenly Father May 6, 2008. He has been reunited with the love of his life, wife Pamela; and sister, Benita Roberts; and all of God's saints Fri, 09 May 2008 16:10:56 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36235/ Audris V. DeHaan, aged 94, of Saranac, passed away May 8, 2008. She is survived by sister, Mary Jayne Robson. She is preceded in death by one daughter, Betty Ann Marjur in 1946. Funeral services will Fri, 09 May 2008 16:11:43 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36236/ Mr. Edward C. Dornbos, age 81, passed away early Thursday, May 8, 2008, at his residence. Born July 18, 1926 in Muskegon to Bernard and Maude (Sisco) Dornbos, he had been a life resident of Mu Fri, 09 May 2008 16:12:28 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36237/ Mrs. Susan Elisabeth (Cowles) Goggins, age 62, of Muskegon, formerly of Eaton Rapids, passed away Wednesday, May 7, 2008, after a brave battle with cancer. She was born in Wyandotte, MI on Jun Fri, 09 May 2008 16:13:30 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36238/ Fred LeFebre of Walnut Creek, CA, passed away at home on April 23. He was 88 years old. A native of Grand Rapids, Fred attended Calvin College, then enlisted for the impending second World War. LeFebr Fri, 09 May 2008 16:14:26 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36239/ George Emerson Metternick, aged 83, of Alto, passed away Wednesday, May 7, 2008. He was preceded in death by his wife of 50 years, Marjorie Metternick; son-in-law, John Cepaitis; and his parents, Jose Fri, 09 May 2008 16:15:17 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36240/ Ronald Vernon Nordstrom Sr. "Stormy", aged 67, passed away in Phoenix, Arizona and went to be with the Lord on Friday, May 2, 2008. Ron was the owner of Michigan Kenworth and a survivor of a s Fri, 09 May 2008 16:16:24 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36241/ Dorothy Rhodes (Griffin), aged 87, of Jenison, formerly of Grand Rapids, went on to her heavenly home Tuesday, May 6, 2008. She was a life member of the Order of the Eastern Star, Chapter 65. Fri, 09 May 2008 16:17:16 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36242/ Herbert J. Schuiling, age 80, peacefully entered Heaven, Thursday, May 8, 2008. He was preceded in death by his parents, William and Irene Schuiling; and his son, William C. Schuiling. Herbert will be Fri, 09 May 2008 16:18:04 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36243/ (Rockford) Mrs. Alice J. Spykerman, age 88, passed away Wednesday morning, May 7, 2008, at her home. Her family is appreciative of the loving care and support given by Rosemary, Mrs. Spykerman Fri, 09 May 2008 16:18:49 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36244/ Mrs. Hilda Stellingwerf, age 88, of Grand Rapids went to be with her Lord and Savior on May 7, 2008. Dear wife of Dick Stellingwerf; loving mother and grandmother to Ruth and Lyle Boerman (Rick an Fri, 09 May 2008 16:19:33 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36245/ Harold Verduin died May 7, 2008, at Hospice House in Holland, MI. He was 92 when he succumbed to cancer. Born in South Holland, IL in 1916, he was the fourth of six children of Teunis and Rena Rietvel Fri, 09 May 2008 16:20:19 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36246/ Hudson Lee Vugteveen, infant son of Ryan and Jennifer Vugteveen, went to be with his Lord Thursday, May 8, 2008, at the University of Michigan Hospital. Besides his parents, he is survived by his brot Fri, 09 May 2008 16:21:13 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36247/ Edward Bensted, aged 84, went to be with his Savior on Thursday, May 8, 2008. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ernest and Margaret Bensted. He is survived by his wife of 43 years, Judith Sat, 10 May 2008 09:46:45 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36248/ William John DeVos, age 49, of Sand Lake, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, May 7, 2008 in Casnovia Township. He was preceded in death by his father, Al; brothers, Donald and Kevin "Ike". Sat, 10 May 2008 09:47:32 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36249/ Ray C. Hayman, 73, of Cedar Springs, died Thursday, May 8, 2008 at his home. Ray was born May 16, 1934 in Baldwin, MI the son of Lawrence and Helen (Sapinski) Hayman. He worked for Alexis Manu Sat, 10 May 2008 09:48:18 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36250/ The Rev. Dr. Victor M. Matthews, age 87, born to Victor and Ethel Matthews on February 6, 1921 in Montesano, WA, went to be with his Lord on March 10, 2008. Besides his parents, he was preceded in dea Sat, 10 May 2008 09:49:10 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36251/ Julie Anne Morris-Collins, age 54, passed away May 2nd in Bay St. Louis, MS. She was preceded in death by her father, Ortho Morris and two brothers, Thomas and Gary. She is survived by her husband, Th Sat, 10 May 2008 09:50:01 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36252/ Connie Smith, age 39, of Saranac, passed away May 8, 2008. She was born December 20, 1968 in Grand Rapids the daughter of Robert and Doris (Reed) Butler. Connie married Jack Smith October 24, Sat, 10 May 2008 09:50:55 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36253/ Mrs. Viola B. Tiesma, aged 89, passed away Thursday, May 8, 2008 at Clark Retirement Community. She was preceded in death by her husband, Frank; and one infant son. She is survived by her two daughter Sat, 10 May 2008 09:51:46 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36254/ Philip John Tobin, age 89, of Kentwood formerly of Maple City, MI, was welcomed home by his Lord and Savior, on Friday, May 9, 2008. He was preceded in death by his son, Philip J. Tobin, great grandda Sat, 10 May 2008 09:52:26 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36255/ Delores Mae Tornga, May 10, 1929 to May 9, 2008. One day short of her 79th birthday, our beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and sister went to be with her precious Lord and Savior. She wa Sat, 10 May 2008 09:53:16 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36256/ Mrs. Edith Veeneman, aged 89, of Grand Rapids, went to be with her Lord on Friday, May 9, 2008. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Marcia Bassett. She is survived by her husband, John Veeneman Sat, 10 May 2008 09:53:59 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36257/ Lorraine Ward, aged 91, of Morley, passed away May 8, 2008. She was born May 26, 1916 in Grand Rapids, MI, the daughter of Elmore and Bertha (White) Westgate. She married JB Ward April 5, Sat, 10 May 2008 09:54:42 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36258/ (GARDNER) Gary Weidenfeller, aged 48, died May 8, 2008. Surviving are two sons, Greg and Garrett Gardner; three grand-children; a sister, Kathy Beaty; aunts, uncles, cousin, nieces, nephew. Cr Sat, 10 May 2008 09:55:31 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36259/ Richard “Doc” Dykstra, age 57, of Hudsonville, died unexpectedly Friday, May 9, 2008, at work. He was employed by Herman Miller for 31 years. “Doc” was a retired member of the Sat, 10 May 2008 10:06:33 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36260/ Johanna Vork, age 84, of Zeeland, went to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, Thursday, May 8, 2008. She was preceded in death by her husband, John Vork, in 1983; six brothers, and one sister. Sat, 10 May 2008 10:12:54 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36261/ Darby Lee Bishop (Engwis-Bontrager) was crafty, compassionate, and energetic. She was always ready to help someone, going out of her way to make people happy. Both easy-going and hard working, Sat, 10 May 2008 12:23:36 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36262/ Evelyn Mae (Kroeze) Westerhof was a woman who knew what she wanted, and how she wanted it done. Responsibility was something that was second nature to her, and she often took upon herself more Sat, 10 May 2008 13:09:12 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36263/ Mary Zimmerman was a strong-willed woman who lived her life by being an example of a devoted wife, caring mother, devoted friend and faithful Christian. Mary was a constant in the lives of those who k Sat, 10 May 2008 18:38:42 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36264/ Joan Marie Melrose was a woman full of spunk. She loved to have fun, she always had energy to spare, and above all, she loved her family and cared for them to the best of her abilities. Joan knew how Sun, 11 May 2008 13:06:10 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36265/ Shirley Taylor’s positive spirit carried her through life, and she stood strong through everything that came at her. She had a strong desire to do everything she could to care for those she love Sun, 11 May 2008 15:00:34 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36266/ James Rudnick was an easygoing man who enjoyed everyone. He worked hard and played hard, always kept a frugal mind, and was first to offer assistance to his family and friends. Jim loved sports, was a Sun, 11 May 2008 18:10:54 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36267/ The Life Story® is in the process of being written. Please check back soon. Sun, 11 May 2008 20:43:07 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36268/ Mr. Edward C. Dornbos, age 81, passed away early Thursday, May 8, 2008, at his residence. Born July 18, 1926 in Muskegon to Bernard and Maude (Sisco) Dornbos, he had been a life resident of Mu Mon, 12 May 2008 08:23:32 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36269/ Mrs. Susan Elisabeth (Cowles) Goggins, age 62, passed away Wednesday, May 7, 2008, after a brave battle with cancer. She was born in Wyandotte, Michigan on June 8, 1945 to Claude & Lo Mon, 12 May 2008 08:24:26 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36270/ On May 7, 2008, Marlene F. Jurkas went home to her Lord. She passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family after a long illness. Marlene was born on August 20, 1931 to George and Louella "Ju Mon, 12 May 2008 08:25:56 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36271/ Mr. Thomas Crotty, Jr., age 79, passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his loving family on Friday, May 9, 2008. He was born in Muskegon on February 12, 1929 to Thomas Glen and Dolores Mon, 12 May 2008 08:28:11 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36272/ Chandra Lyn Page, age 37, passed away from complications of diabetes on Tuesday, May 6, 2008, surrounded by people who love her. Chandra was born February 16, 1971 in Detroit, Michigan and adopted at Mon, 12 May 2008 08:29:12 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36273/ Sue Peterson saved by grace, sins forgiven, Sue just left for Heaven. She passed away at home surrounded by her family on May 9, 2008. She was born in Muskegon on October 10, 1966 to Michael Holman an Mon, 12 May 2008 08:29:58 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36274/ Mr. John E. Priese, age 80, passed away unexpectedly, at home, Thursday morning. He was born in Shelby, MI on March 2, 1928 to John L. and Catherine (Thornton) Priese. He married the former Ph Mon, 12 May 2008 08:30:52 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36275/ Harry Ross Brown Augusta Harry Ross Brown, 73, died peacefully at his home in Augusta, MI on Saturday, May 10, 2008. He was born in Indianapolis, Indiana on January 25, 1935, the son of Orville V. and Mon, 12 May 2008 10:15:31 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36276/ Joseph R. Alton Racine, WI Joseph R. Alton, 64, formerly of Battle Creek, died April 20, 2008. Funeral services were held April 24, 2008 in Union Grove, Wisconsin. Mon, 12 May 2008 10:17:23 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36277/ Nathaniel A. and Mary E. Barney Provincetown, MA Nathaniel "Art" Barney, 86, died April 28, 2008 and Mary (Richardson) Barney, 87, died May 3, 2008. They were formerly of Battle Creek, Mon, 12 May 2008 10:19:23 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36278/ Nathaniel A. and Mary E. Barney Provincetown, MA Nathaniel "Art" Barney, 86, died April 28, 2008 and Mary (Richardson) Barney, 87, died May 3, 2008. They were formerly of Battle Creek, Mon, 12 May 2008 10:20:07 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36279/ Channie B. Godwin Battle Creek Channie B. Godwin, 88, of Battle Creek, passed away Friday, May 9, 2008 at Battle Creek Health System. She was born May 2, 1920 in Claybrook, TN, the daughter of Charles Mon, 12 May 2008 10:21:48 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36280/ Joan Robbert McKay Battle Creek Joan Robbert McKay, 64, of Battle Creek, died May 7, 2008. She was born June 24, 1943, the daughter of John and Beatrice (Keim) Robbert in Battle Creek. Joan gr Mon, 12 May 2008 10:23:16 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36281/ Wanda A. Nash Marshall Wanda A. Nash, 65, of Marshall, passed away Thursday, May 8, 2008 at her home. She was born in Kalamazoo on March 1, 1943 to Frank and Wanda (Ziolkowski) Mendocha. She g Mon, 12 May 2008 10:24:36 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36282/ Delbert E. "Butch" Towne Hickory Corners Delbert E. "Butch" Towne, age 65, of Hickory Corners, passed away May 10, 2008. Butch was born June 22, 1942 in Battle Creek, the son of Earle Mon, 12 May 2008 10:25:51 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36283/ James I. "Pete" Brown Battle Creek James I. "Pete" Brown, 91, of Battle Creek, passed away Wednesday, May 7, 2008 at Mercy Pavilion in Battle Creek. He was born July 11, 1916 in Bridgm Mon, 12 May 2008 10:27:27 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36284/ Mr. Charles Beale, Jr., age 82, of Belmont, MI, passed away Thursday, May 8, 2008. He was born in 1926 in Lansing, MI the son of Charles and Mildred (Brackney) Beale. He is survived by his dea Mon, 12 May 2008 10:29:13 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36285/ Ruth Bettis (Trumbull), aged 59, passed to a better place on Friday, May 9, 2008. She was preceded in death by her son, J. Michael Schultz. She is survived and will be missed by her children, Mon, 12 May 2008 10:29:57 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36286/ Albert W. Davis Battle Creek Albert William "Al" Davis, age 39, passed away on May 7, 2008. Al was born on January 15, 1969 and lived in Battle Creek, MI. He is the son of Roger and Bettie Bal Mon, 12 May 2008 10:30:14 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36287/ Robert Charles Davis, age 78, a good husband, father, and grandfather passed away peacefully wih his family by his side on Saturday, May 10, 2008. Bob was a loyal employee of Leitelt Iron Works for ov Mon, 12 May 2008 10:30:50 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36288/ Mr. Melvin Junior Freeland, age 86, of Casnovia, died Saturday, May 10, 2008 in Walker. He married Evelyn Martha Mattson on November 21, 1945 in Kent City, Michigan and she preceded him in death on Se Mon, 12 May 2008 10:31:29 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36289/ Lester "Les" Eldridge, 65, of Ceresco passed away on Thursday, May 8, 2008, at Oaklawn Hospital. Les was born on July 15, 1942, in Indianapolis, Indiana to E. Grant and Thurby (Thixton Mon, 12 May 2008 10:31:51 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36290/ Alexander Haswell Grant (Sandy) died March 8, 2008 in Muskegon's Mercy Hospital. He was the husband of Janet Sue. Born on December 30, 1926 to Allegra and Haswell in Bartlesville, Oklahoma Mon, 12 May 2008 10:32:19 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36291/ Mark Steven Gray, age 52, of Fresno CA, formerly of Holland, MI, went to be with the Lord, May 7, 2008. He is survived by Edward R. Moss; his children, Jenna (John) Gray-Shomler, Nick Gray, an Mon, 12 May 2008 10:33:17 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36292/ Mrs. Elizabeth "Betty" Hoekstra, aged 90, passed away on Saturday, May 10, 2008, at Porter Hills Village. Surviving are her husband of 61 years, Alfred Hoekstra; three children, John (Loui Mon, 12 May 2008 10:34:07 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36293/ Hannah Grace Hower was taken from us on Friday, May 9th, after a two and one half week fight for her life. This is a tragic loss for us and all who knew her. She will be remembered for her joyful and Mon, 12 May 2008 10:34:53 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36294/ Larry Theodore Ignasiak, aged 67, of Grand Rapids, passed away Friday, May 9, 2008. He was preceded in death by his parents, Theodore (Victoria) and brothers, Ronald and Melvin Ignasiak. Larry Mon, 12 May 2008 10:35:31 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36295/ Elaine Furu-Baker Elaine Furu-Baker, 58, died on Wednesday, May 7, 2008 at Borgess Hospital surrounded by her family after a battle with Breast Cancer. Elaine was born on February 10, 1950 at Oaklawn Mon, 12 May 2008 10:35:46 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36296/ Helen Montague Battle Creek Helen Nora Montague passed away on Saturday, April 26, 2008, in her sleep while living at Mercy Pavilion Nursing Home in Battle Creek, Michigan. Helen was born September Mon, 12 May 2008 10:37:48 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36297/ (READ) Mrs. Jill (Read) Jarceski, aged 42, of Grandville formerly of Alpine Township, left us unexpectedly Friday, May 9, 2008. Surviving are her loving husband, Ray Jarceski; her pare Mon, 12 May 2008 10:39:07 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36298/ Robert T. Petersen Colonial Heights, VA Robert T. Petersen, 74, of Colonial Heights, Virginia departed this life peacefully April 29, 2008. He is survived by his wife, Sandra L. Petersen, his 6 daught Mon, 12 May 2008 10:39:26 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36299/ David E. Johnson, aged 71, formerly of Big Rapids, died on Tuesday, May 6, 2008. He was preceded in death by his wife, Patrice in 2000; and is survived by his wife, Nancy; three sons, Eric Johnson, To Mon, 12 May 2008 10:40:00 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36300/ Virginia Ruth Smith Battle Creek Virginia Ruth Smith, 81, of Battle Creek, passed away at her home in the early morning of May 7, 2008. She was born in Cascade, Preston County, West Virginia on July Mon, 12 May 2008 10:40:29 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36301/ Died peacefully in her sleep Thursday afternoon, May 8, 2008. Patricia was born February 27, 1930 in Kalamazoo, MI, a daughter of Vernon and Bess (Sanders) Robinson. She had been a lifelong Ka Mon, 12 May 2008 10:42:42 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36302/ Arlene J. Hill (Robart), age 78, of Holland died suddenly Saturday, May 10, 2008 at her home. Arlene loved her family dearly and she enjoyed going up North to visit her friends. She was treasu Mon, 12 May 2008 10:43:50 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36303/ Marian R. Kadwell, aged 88, of Grand Rapids, died on Friday, May 2, 2008. She was preceded in death by her husband, Leo. She is survived by her son, David (Mary Ellen); brother, Arthur (Do Mon, 12 May 2008 10:43:54 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36304/ Mrs. Joy M. "Nell" Klinkhammer, aged 88, went to be with the Lord, Saturday, May 10, 2008. Joy was preceded in death by her husband, Leo; brothers, Jack Petersen and Jerald Petersen; sister, V Mon, 12 May 2008 10:45:06 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36305/ Passed away Friday, May 9, 2008 at Stanford Lodge in Plainwell surrounded by her family. Mildred was born October 11, 1921 in Detroit, the daughter of Francis and Ella (Broederdorf) Brown. She Mon, 12 May 2008 10:45:24 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36306/ Harriet (Fedorowicz) Korcal, of Ypsilanti Township, MI, born January 4, 1925, went to be with the Lord on April 3, 2008. She is survived by daughter, Sandra (Sunny) Odekirk and son-in- Mon, 12 May 2008 10:46:08 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36307/ Lynwood “Lyn” Helmus age 66, of Holland, went to be with his faithful savior, Jesus Christ, on May 10, 2008 following a very long battle with Leukemia. He passed away peacefully, at home, Mon, 12 May 2008 10:46:24 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36308/ Daniel Marschall, aged 48, of Hopkins Twp., passed away at home Friday, May 9, 2008. He is survived by his wife, Tammy; two sons, Shawn and Cole; mother, Agnes Marschall; siblings, Tom (Michele Mon, 12 May 2008 10:46:58 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36309/ Rev. Sidney Newhouse, age 86, went to be with his Lord on Friday, May 9. Sidney is survived by his wife of 62 years, Gladys, and their children, Dave (Mary) Newhouse of Cadillac, MI, Meredith Mon, 12 May 2008 10:47:39 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36310/ Dennis Kordish passed away unexpectedly Thursday morning, May 8, 2008 at his home. He was born August 6, 1946 in Munising, MI the son of the late Victor Kordish and the late Dagne Kordish. Dennis rece Mon, 12 May 2008 10:47:52 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36311/ Sharon Sue Parmeter, age 53, of Jenison, went to be with the Lord on Friday, May 9, 2008. She was preceded in death by her sister, Jackie Moerdyk; father-in-law, Benjamin Parmeter. Surviving are her l Mon, 12 May 2008 10:48:29 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36312/ Orrill Croft Pickett passed from this life on his 86th birthday, May 1, 2008. Orrill was a resident of Hudsonville, MI. He was born in Melrose, MA, and died in Pompano Beach, FL. Orrill served three y Mon, 12 May 2008 10:49:29 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36313/ Larry (L.H.) Powell, age 86, passed away May 8, 2008 at St. Ann's Home. His wife, Lee, preceded him in death as did his sisters, Doris and Georgia. He is survived by his sister, Mary Franc Mon, 12 May 2008 10:50:32 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36314/ James A. Stack, age 90, passed away Friday, May 9, 2008 after a brief illness. He was preceded in death by his wife, Jane. Surviving are his children, Mary Ann (Jim) Heintz, Tom (Marla Mon, 12 May 2008 10:51:12 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36315/ Mary Ann Thomas, aged 52, of Wyoming passed away unexpectedly and was reunited with many loved ones on Friday, May 9, 2008. She was preceded in death by her mother, Dorothy Noto. She will be dearly mi Mon, 12 May 2008 10:52:09 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36316/ Frances Thorsby, age 82, went to be with our Heavenly Father in the early morning on May 9, 2008 after a short struggle with pancreatic cancer. She was born in Morehead, Kentucky to James and Jean Mon, 12 May 2008 10:53:01 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36317/ Mrs. Mary C. Zarbock, age 89, of Hudson, FL and formerly of Grand Rapids, passed away on Saturday, May 10, 2008. During WWII Mrs. Zarbock was known as "Rosey the Ribitor" while working at a bo Mon, 12 May 2008 10:53:56 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36318/ Warren Jay Prins Sr., 77, of Holland, died Friday, May 9, 2008, at Hospice House of Holland after a 5-year battle with cancer. Services are 11:30 a.m. Tuesday, May 13, 2008, at Restlawn Memorial Garde Mon, 12 May 2008 10:57:23 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36319/ Pierce Barker Jr., 88, son of Pierce Barker Sr. and Catherine (McGee) Barker, passed away peacefully on May 9, 2008, surrounded by his family. Pierce Jr. was born on November 23, 1919, in Newa Mon, 12 May 2008 12:13:54 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36320/ BOER (Brummel) Irene Joyce DeBoer, age 78, went to be with her Lord, Sunday, May 11, 2008. She was preceded in death by her parents, Bert and Nellie Brummel; her siblings, Clayton (Alberth Mon, 12 May 2008 12:14:51 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36321/ Jeanette Dykema, aged 83, of Zeeland, formerly of Hudsonville, went to be with her Lord Sunday morning, May 11, 2008. She was preceded in death by her husband, Albert Dykema; and her son, Gary Dykema. Mon, 12 May 2008 12:15:31 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36322/ Arlene J. Hill (Robart), age 78, of Holland, died suddenly Saturday, May 10, 2008, at her home. Arlene loved her family dearly and she enjoyed going up north to visit her friends. She was trea Mon, 12 May 2008 12:16:14 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36323/ Matthew Ryan Kammers, 19, of Howard City, passed away Saturday, May 10, 2008. Matt was born December 12, 1988, in Grand Rapids, MI, the son of John and Dorene (Hulst) Kammers. He was a 2007 gr Mon, 12 May 2008 12:16:57 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36324/ Dennis Koeman, aged 54, of Hudsonville (Blendon), passed away at his home Saturday evening, May 10, 2008. He was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Kay Koeman on July 8, 2007; his mother, Mar Mon, 12 May 2008 12:17:40 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36325/ Geraldine "Geri" Weiland entered into rest in Banning, CA on Tuesday, March 11, 2008, after a brief but valiant battle against pneumonia. She was born in Grand Rapids, MI on August 11, 1926, t Mon, 12 May 2008 12:18:34 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36326/ The Veenkant family sadly announces the death of Pooh Bear, their cat, on May 11th, 2008. He will be dearly missed by Erik, Camille and their family. Please visit Pooh Bear’s Life Tail web page Mon, 12 May 2008 12:20:06 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36327/ Died Friday afternoon May 9, after struggling with health issues. Charles was born on December 27, 1939 in Kalamazoo, Michigan, the son of John and Alice (Fredenberg) Schuur. After high school Mon, 12 May 2008 12:27:16 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36329/ Mary Witteveen loved long walks in the woods, enjoying the beauty of God’s Creation. She loved the smell of springtime, and the colors of the fall. Mary saw so much beauty in the world, none mor Mon, 12 May 2008 15:47:37 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36330/ Alice Abrams was a lovingly devoted wife, mother and grandmother, who always gave selflessly to enrich the lives of those she loved. Devoted to both family and faith, she spent her life working tirele Tue, 13 May 2008 08:29:46 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36331/ The Life Story® is in the process of being written. Please check back soon. Tue, 13 May 2008 09:18:24 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36332/ The Life Story® is in the process of being written. Please check back soon. Tue, 13 May 2008 09:37:40 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36333/ Outgoing and compassionate, Philip Price sought out ways to make life better for those around him. He worked hard to care for his loved ones and would sacrifice whatever was necessary to make sure the Tue, 13 May 2008 09:39:28 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36334/ John Vugteveen, age 96, of Zeeland, went home to be with his Lord on Sunday, May 11, 2008. He was a lifelong member of Rusk Christian Reformed Church. He is survived by his wife of 67 years, Sena; ch Tue, 13 May 2008 10:19:17 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36335/ Charles R. “Chuck” Harris, age 76, of Holland, died Sunday, May 11, 2008, at the Hospice House of Holland. Chuck was a member of Douglas United Church of Christ, longtime member of the Hol Tue, 13 May 2008 10:21:53 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36336/ Marie Scully Scott, age 92, of Holland, died Sunday, May 11, 2008, at Hospice House of Holland. Marie worked as a seamstress at DeWaard's Draperies for many years. She had been a member of St. Fr Tue, 13 May 2008 10:25:13 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36337/ The Life Story® is in the process of being written. Please check back soon. Tue, 13 May 2008 11:48:00 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36338/ Passed away at home on Wednesday May 7, 2008. Services were held today Tuesday May 13 at 2:00 PM at the Fort Custer National Cemetery in Augusta, Michigan. Professional and Affordable services entruse Tue, 13 May 2008 13:02:57 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36339/ Our beloved Gladys, age 95, was a sweet, thoughtful, and energetic woman. As a youth, she played a major role in rearing her younger brothers and sisters when her mother passed away at an early age, a Tue, 13 May 2008 13:05:11 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36340/ Mary Frances Burkett Charlotte Mary Frances Burkett, age 71, died May 5, 2008. Visitation 10 a.m. Wednesday, May 7 at Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with services to begin at 11 a.m. at the funeral hom Tue, 13 May 2008 15:26:56 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36341/ Robert A. Clayborn, Sr. Marshall Robert A. Clayborn Sr., age 91, died May 9. Friends may call at Craig K. Kempf Funeral Home Wednesday 2-9 p.m. with family present 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Services Thursday, Tue, 13 May 2008 15:27:51 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36342/ Harriet Joanne Contardo (nee: Schmitzer) Lebanon, OH Harriet Joanne Contardo (nee: Schmitzer), 76, of Lebanon, OH, died Sunday, May 11, 2008. Born on February 10, 1932 in Battle Creek, Tue, 13 May 2008 15:29:31 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36343/ Mildred Frances Decker Millie went to be with the Lord on May 11, 2008. She was 85 years old. Born in Flint, MI to Frederick and Frances Hurd, she moved to Battle Creek, MI in 1937. She attended the S Tue, 13 May 2008 15:31:22 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36344/ Edwin M. "Eddie" Gale Battle Creek Edwin M. "Eddie" Gale, 73, of Battle Creek, passed away Sunday, May 11, 2008 at the Manor of Battle Creek. Eddie was born August 30, 1934 in Battle C Tue, 13 May 2008 15:32:34 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36345/ Elva E. "Sammy" Gardner Battle Creek Elva E. "Sammy" Gardner, age 83, of Battle Creek, died Saturday, May 10, 2008 at Mercy Pavilion of Battle Creek. Elva was born on January 14, 1925 Tue, 13 May 2008 15:33:49 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36346/ John Henry Huber Albion John H. Huber, 90, died May 5, 2008. Memorial service at 1 p.m. Saturday, May 17 at Wesley Chapel (Albion College). Arrangements by J. Kevin Tidd Funeral Home, 811 Finl Tue, 13 May 2008 15:38:35 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36347/ Jerry M. Smith Albion Jerry M. Smith, age 70, died Sunday, May 11, 2008. Visitation Wednesday, May 14, 2008 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the Erie St. Chapel of the J. Kevin Tidd Funeral Home. Services Thu Tue, 13 May 2008 15:40:00 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36348/ D. Jack Youngquist Coldwater Jack Youngquist, 75, died Wednesday, May 7. Visitation Tuesday from 4 - 8 p.m. at Dutcher Funeral Home in Coldwater. The funeral will be Wednesday at 11:00 a.m. at the fun Tue, 13 May 2008 15:41:02 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36349/ Lucille Barnes was called home from her earthly labors on May 8, 2008. She was preceded in death by husband, Nathaniel Barnes; son, Ezell Roberts, Jr.; daughters, Mary L. Brown and Diane J. Carter. Sh Tue, 13 May 2008 16:26:48 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36350/ Arlan J. Bauer, aged 82, passed away May 11, 2008. He was preceded in death by his wife, Martha L. Bauer. Surviving are his three children, Carol L. Bauer of Grand Rapids, David A. Bauer and John C. B Tue, 13 May 2008 16:27:21 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36351/ (Sparta) Mary Theresa Bergman, age 90, passed away on May 11, 2008 at Heartland Health Care. She graduated from Comstock Park High School and then worked as a maid in Chicago. She then went th Tue, 13 May 2008 16:28:07 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36352/ Danielle Marie Bishop, age 23, went to be with her Lord unexpectedly May 10, 2008. She was preceded in death by her grandfather, Budd Bishop. Surviving are her children, Brayden Michael and Skyler Mat Tue, 13 May 2008 16:28:48 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36353/ Hessel Bouma, Jr., aged 89, of Grand Rapids, died on Saturday, May 10, 2008. He graduated from Eastern Academy in New Jersey, and received degrees from Cooper Union and the University of Michigan Tue, 13 May 2008 16:29:41 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36354/ Mary J. Brucklacher, 77, of Avoca, Wisconsin, died Friday, May 9, 2008 at her residence. She was born April 9, 1931 in Allegan, Michigan the daughter of Herbert and Wilma Foster. Mary worked at Advanc Tue, 13 May 2008 16:30:36 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36355/ Mark Alan DeWeese, 49, of Pierson, died Monday, May 12, 2008 at his home. Mark was born November 19, 1958 in Grand Rapids, MI. He loved hunting, fishing, quading, riding Goldie (his harley), a Tue, 13 May 2008 16:31:21 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36356/ (MILESKI) Gerri Ann DeWilde, age 62, of Jenison, went to be with the Lord, Sunday, May 11, 2008. She was preceded in death by her parents, Dorothy Laszewski and Frank Mileski. She is survived Tue, 13 May 2008 16:32:20 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36357/ Donald D. Emelander, aged 86, of Hudsonville, passed away Sunday afternoon, May 11, 2008. He was preceded in death by his parents, Dave and Lucy Emelander, his grandson, Jason Emelander, his sister, R Tue, 13 May 2008 16:33:03 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36358/ Mrs. Zelda P. Frazier, aged 92, of Wyoming, went to be with her Lord and Savior Sunday, May 11, 2008. She was preceded in death by her husband, David; sons, Norman, Kenneth and Howard. She will be lov Tue, 13 May 2008 16:33:44 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36359/ Robert Gooch, Jr., age 81, sunrise May 2, 1927 and sunset May 9, 2008. He retired from General Motors, 36th Street plant with over 25 years of employment as a machine repairman. He was the co-owner of Tue, 13 May 2008 16:34:22 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36360/ Brenda J. Gooch-Turner, aged 47, of Jacksonville, FL (formerly of Grand Rapids), went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, May 6. The service celebrating her life will be held Wednesday, May Tue, 13 May 2008 16:35:14 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36361/ David A. Hoffer, age 70, of Jenison, went to be with the Lord he loved on Friday, May 9, 2008. Mr. Hoffer served in ministry for 47 years as a pastor serving in a church in North Carolina, a missionar Tue, 13 May 2008 16:36:07 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36362/ (Comstock Park) Dolores L. Jerry, age 79, passed away on May 11, 2008. She was preceded in death by her husband, Albert. She is survived by her children, Rebeccah and Dave Langland, Barbara an Tue, 13 May 2008 16:36:53 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36363/ Harold Johnson, age 91, of Wyoming, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Monday, May 12, 2008. Harold was born October 11, 1916 in Crystal Falls, MI to Ernest and Christine Johnson. He was preceded Tue, 13 May 2008 16:37:28 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36364/ Donna Jean Kinsey, aged 60, of Kentwood, passed away Saturday, May 10, 2008. She was preceded in death by her mother and father, Mona and Hugh Slaton. She is survived by her husband of 15 years, Brett Tue, 13 May 2008 16:38:13 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36365/ Joshua David Klop, age 30, of Ontario, CA, passed away unexpectedly, Thursday, May 8, 2008. He will be dearly missed by his children, Devaney Flores and Taylah Klop; his parents, Reverend Don and Winn Tue, 13 May 2008 16:39:01 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36366/ HUIS (Denton) Regina V. La Huis, age 70, of Grandville, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Sunday, May 11, 2008. She was preceded in death by her husband, Lloyd La Huis. She will be loving Tue, 13 May 2008 16:39:46 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36367/ Donna Maxine Meekhof, age 76, of McBain, went to be with her Lord on Saturday, May 10, 2008 at the Munson Medical Center in Traverse City. Along with the immediate family are the following local area Tue, 13 May 2008 16:40:35 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36368/ (Sparta) John S. Messner, age 75, passed away on Sunday, May 11, 2008. He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Mary Lynn; sons, John D. and Sally Messner, Robert and Paula Messner; daughter, S Tue, 13 May 2008 16:41:15 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36369/ Mr. Jacob G. Metten, age 91, of Coopersville, passed away Monday, May 12th, 2008. He was preceded in death by his parents, Jacob and Christina Metten; brothers, Walter, Paul and Henry. He is survived Tue, 13 May 2008 16:41:59 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36370/ Bertha M. (VerWoert) Soet, age 91, of Grand Rapids, loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, passed away Thursday, May 8, 2008 at Raybrook Nursing Home. She was preceded in deat Tue, 13 May 2008 16:42:55 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36371/ Mr. Thomas Szubinski, aged 78, of Grand Rapids, Veteran of Korean War, died peacefully Sunday, May 11, 2008. Surviving are his wife of 56 years, Jean; two children, Anita (Tom) Lydell, Cindy Tue, 13 May 2008 16:43:38 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36372/ Florence Erna (Harris) Teachout: Born November 30, 1930. Died May 12, 2008. Florence was born in Mount Pleasant, MI to Lynn Harris (b. Hastings, MI) and Erna (Lucht) Harris Tue, 13 May 2008 16:44:29 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36373/ Mrs. Betty V. Maule, age 84, died Saturday, May 10, 2008. She was born in Muskegon, MI on November 13, 1923 to Richard & Elizabeth (Burns) Kreifeldt and married John Maule on July 1, Tue, 13 May 2008 16:49:52 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36374/ Mr. Richard E. "Cowboy" Woirol, age 86, died Friday, May 9, 2008. He was born in Muskegon, MI on September 29, 1921 to Ernest & Pearl (Price) Woirol and married the former Cla Tue, 13 May 2008 16:50:52 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36375/ Mr. David P. Cook, age 74, died Sunday, May 11, 2008. He was born March 9, 1934 in Muskegon to Claire and Ruth (VandenBerg) Cook and had been a life resident. SURVIVORS include his wife, the f Tue, 13 May 2008 16:52:08 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36376/ Mr. Clement George Gilbert, age 91, passed away Sunday morning, May 11, 2008, at the Harbor Hospice-Poppen House, following a brief illness. Clem was born February 22, 1917, in Detroit to Walter and I Tue, 13 May 2008 16:53:31 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36377/ Mrs. A. Marie (Peterson) Nixon, age 95, passed away on Sunday, May 11, 2008, at DaySpring Assisted Living Center. She was born August 2, 1912 in Scottville, MI to Frank A. and Clara D. (Ha Tue, 13 May 2008 16:54:35 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36378/ Mrs. Alice A. Reinertson, age 95, passed away on Sunday morning, Mothers Day with her three daughters at her side, following a long illness. Alice was born on March 31, 1913 in Colfax, WI the 6th of Tue, 13 May 2008 16:55:45 EDT http://www.lifestorynet.com/rss/36379/ Mr. Robert L. Souser, age 68, passed away Sunday afternoon, May 11, 2008 at a local hospital. He was born in Muskegon on September 4, 1939 to Milton and Helen (Sandman) Souser and had been a l Tue, 13 May 2008 16:56:26 EDT