Christian Winther
May 18, 2026
Christian Waldemar Winther, lovingly known as “Opa,” passed away peacefully on May 18, 2026, surrounded by the family he loved so deeply. He was 91 years old.
To know Opa was to know a man who filled every room he walked into. He was loud, joyful, emotional, stubborn, hilarious, deeply faithful, and impossible to ignore in the very best way. He...
Jane Ruiter
May 16, 2026
Jane Marjorie (Williams) Ruiter, born June 22, 1944, passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 16, 2026, at Laurel Oaks in South Haven.
She was preceded in death by bother parents, John & Marjorie Williams; son, Johnny Bufong; brother, David Williams; sister, Becky Ackerson; and brother-in-law, Marvin Ackerson.
She is survived by her husband, Jon A. Ruiter; four stepchildren; twelve grandchildren; and eleven...
James Edward Beltman
May 14, 2026
Rev. James "Jim" Edward Beltman, whose Hope is in the Lord, died peacefully on May 14, 2026. He is survived by his wife of sixty years, Gayle (Harrington) and children Rachel Vereeke (Chelsea, Lindsay), Benjamin & Rebecca Beltman (Brooke, Carter), Elizabeth & Michael Beverwyk (Malakai, Miriam), Joel & Jill Beltman (Eliana, Levi, Katherine); siblings Calvin (Janet Alpert) Beltman and Marilyn...
Wendy Lynn Hallgren
May 13, 2026
Wendy Lynn (Todd) Hallgren died unexpectedly in a vehicle accident on her way to facilitate a grief support group on May 13, 2026.
She is survived by her childhood sweetheart and husband of 42 years, Jon, a daughter Amber (Nathan) Krynock, sons Nick (Ashley) Hallgren and Matt Hallgren. She has sixteen grandchildren: Will, Caleb, Ellie, Ben and Norah Krynock, Forrest, Trudy...
Kathleen "Kay" Colacchio
May 12, 2026
Kathleen “Kay” Colacchio, a person of warmth and kindness, passed away after a long struggle with dementia on May 12, 2026 in Grandville, MI.
Kay was born on August 7, 1942, in New York City. Kay spent her younger years on the bustling streets of Manhattan. She played in Central Park as a child and watched over her younger brothers and...
Buford Eugene Neldon
May 10, 2026
Buford (Gene) Eugene Neldon, age 87, passed away peacefully on May 10, 2026, surrounded by family at his son’s home in Wyoming, Michigan. He was born on January 7, 1939, in Crabtree, Arkansas.
Buford spent his younger years in Arkansas, where he learned the value of hard work early in life, picking cotton, farming, and working in the rice fields as...
John William Smith
May 10, 2026
John W Smith, age 77, of Holland, passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 9, 2026 surrounded by those closest to him.
He was born on June 4, 1948, in Grand Rapids, MI.While working for Meijer, he lived near Lansing, MI. After marrying his wife, Mary Hellen, he moved to Ionia, They then had the opportunity to move to Shepherdsville, KY where...
Leon Alfred Avery
May 9, 2026
Leon Alfred Avery lost his hard fought battle with cancer on May 9, 2026 three days before his 70th birthday surrounded by his family and several loved ones.
Born the youngest of Cleon E and Marian L (Sanders) Avery's seven children in South Haven, MI on May 12, 1956, he was a graduate of Grand Rapids Central High School class of...
Daniel G. Sheldon
May 8, 2026
Daniel G. Sheldon, age 84, of Ionia, passed away peacefully on Friday, May 8, 2026.
He was born on August 22, 1941, in Wyoming, to Gilbert and Mabel Irene Sheldon.
Dan proudly served in the United States Air Force as an Airman Second Class.
Dan worked for many years as an aerospace technician and flooring installer. Dan had many hobbies throughout his life,...
Ryan William James Mahoney
May 7, 2026
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Ryan William James Mahoney which occurred on May 7, 2026. Willy is survived by his Mother, Mary Mahoney and brother, Sean Mahoney.
Willy was beloved by many people for his gentle soul and creative talents. In addition to having a deep love for filmmaking and writing, he was known to...
Susan Marie Meade
May 7, 2026
Susan Meade (née McBride), age 84, passed away peacefully on May 7, 2026, in Byron Center, Michigan. Born on May 8, 1941, in Hopkins, Michigan, Susan lived a life filled with love, dedication, and creativity.Susan was a devoted mother of six children and spent her early years as a stay-at-home mom until her youngest child reached middle school. She then...
Henry Robert Williams Jr.
May 7, 2026
Henry Robert “Bob” Williams Jr., 83, passed away peacefully on May 7, 2026, at home in Holland, MI with his family by his side. Born on October 16, 1942, in Paterson, New Jersey, Bob lived a life defined by service, compassion, and dedication to his family and community.
Bob's early years were spent in Pompton Plains, New Jersey, where he graduated...
Robert Lee Galloway
May 7, 2026
Robert “Bobby” Lee Galloway, age 76, passed away peacefully at his home in Allegan on May 7, 2026, after a long battle with illness.
He was the youngest of four children born to Fred and Francis Irene (Munn) Galloway on April 28, 1950, in Plainwell, Michigan.
Bobby was a hard worker who truly enjoyed life. He was full of love and laughter....
Timothy Raymond Douglas
May 5, 2026
Timothy Raymond Douglas, age 55, of Allegan, passed away peacefully at home on May 5, 2026, after a courageous battle with stage 4 adenocarcinoma cancer. He was surrounded by love, his wife Josephine, Everna Gray, and his closest friends, Richard Peet and Tony Predum, while listening to his favorite classic rock music.
Born on February 1, 1971, Tim was known for...
Heidi Joy Zoerman
May 5, 2026
Heaven gained a precious Angel.
Heidi Joy (Eggebeen) Zoerman passed away peacefully on May 5, 2026 with her loving husband, Daniel Zoerman by her side after a long courageous battle with cancer.
Born on August 27, 1962 she had a passion for arts and craft donating hundreds of her creations to charitable organizations locally and in Australia.
Heidi was a graduate of Grand...
Dorothy Adrianna Curtis
May 5, 2026
Dorothy Adrianna Curtis (Miller) passed away on May 5, 2026, at the age of 71. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend whose life was defined by strength, compassion, and unconditional love for those around her.
Dorothy married her husband Joe on November 29, 1985, and together they built a life centered on family, resilience, and shared joy....
Cindy Peters
May 4, 2026
Cindy (Kosnik) Peters, age 49, of Lowell, Michigan, passed away on Monday May 4, 2026 after a long and courageous battle with cancer.
She was the daughter of Leonard and Ruth Kosnik, born in 1977 in Midland, Michigan.
Cindy graduated from Lowell High School in 1995. After graduating from Grand Rapids Community College in 1997, she went to work for Future Electronics...
Margaret Irene Beech
May 3, 2026
Margaret Irene Beech was born on December 4, 1950. She passed away on May 3, 2026.
She is survived by her daughters, Goldine Parker and Lisa Westfield. Goldine’s fiancé, Timothy Wert, also shared in the family’s close bonds.
Margaret was preceded in death by her loving husband of 43 years, Gary Beech.
Her legacy continues in her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Among them are...
Kendra Leigh Vogg
May 3, 2026
Kendra Leigh Vogg, 49, passed away peacefully on Sunday morning, May 3, 2026, in Byron Center, Michigan. She was surrounded by her loving husband and children during her final moments.Kendra was a spirited individual with a deep love for the outdoors. She found joy in kayaking, walking, swimming, and spending time at the beach. Her kindhearted nature and radiant soul...
Stephen Michael Zielinski
May 2, 2026
Stephen M. Zielinski, age 91, of Ravenna Michigan, passed away on May 2, 2026.
Stephen was born on October 11, 1934 to Steven and Esther Zielinski.
He was a caring man who loved his family, friends, his special dog Missy and spent hours enjoying the birds and wild life in his backyard.
He is survived by his wife Bonnie of 67 years, his...
