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Marjorie Ruth (Newton) Jerue
Feb 19, 2024
Laughter! Her laugh and everlasting love is what we will always remember. Marjorie Ruth Jerue, born on January 5th, 1927, to Thomas and Elizabeth Newton. She told her family she had lived a full life and was ready to meet Jesus, she passed away peacefully February 19th, 2024, surrounded by family.
Marjorie loved sewing and made many...
Sarah Frances (Herron) Baker
Feb 18, 2024
Sarah Frances Baker, a beacon of love and faith, passed away peacefully on February 18, 2024, at the age of 85. Born on January 1, 1939, to Richard and Martha Herron, Sarah's life was a tapestry of devotion to her family and unwavering faith in the Lord.
Sarah's journey began as a cherished daughter and sister, growing...
Mary Juanita (Porter) Emerick
Feb 7, 2024
Mary Emerick passed away the afternoon of February 7th, 2024, at her home with her family and hospice care team by her side.
Mary was born January 19, 1954, to William "Bill" and Minnie (Cummins) Porter in South Haven, Michigan. She was the fourth of their seven children. She grew up in the Bangor area on the...
Juanita Gonzales
Jan 13, 2024
Juanita Gonzales
April 24, 1955 – January 13, 2024
Juanita Gonzales, a beacon of love and laughter, passed away on January 13, 2024, in Fennville, Michigan, at the age of 68. Born on April 24, 1955, in Weslaco, Texas, she was a cherished daughter to the late Elias and Aurora (SanMiguel) Gonzales and a sister...
Kenneth Lee Hokse
Jan 11, 2024
Kenneth Lee Hokse, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully on January 11, 2024, at the age of 84. Born on December 18, 1939, Kenneth's life was marked by his unwavering dedication to his family and his love for the land.
Kenneth's journey began alongside his beloved wife, Wanda Hokse, with whom he shared...
Leo Richard Birkholz
Jan 10, 2024
Leo Richard Birkholz, a man of unyielding spirit and endearing warmth, passed away peacefully on January 10, 2024, in his hometown of Fennville, Michigan, surrounded by the love of his family. Born on March 24, 1937, also in Fennville, Leo's journey was one marked by devotion to his country, his family, and the simple joys of life.
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Juanita Louise (Young) Higgins
Jan 7, 2024
Juanita Louise Higgins (Young), passed away on January 7, 2024, at Rest Haven Care Center in Holland, Michigan. Born on June 25, 1944, in Visalia, California, Juanita lived a life marked by passion, kindness, and a nurturing spirit that touched all who knew her.
Juanita was the beloved wife of the late Rollo Higgins Jr., with whom...
Elaine Hellen (Piantek) Lewis
Dec 30, 2023
Elaine Hellen Lewis, 85, of Fennville, passed away on December 30, 2023, at Resthaven Care Center in Holland, Michigan. Born in Chicago, Illinois, on January 28, 1938, to Frank and Lotti (Faifer) Piantek. Elaine's journey through life was marked by her thoughtful nature and strong independence, traits that endeared her to all who were privileged to cross her path....
Marie Louise Muha
Dec 28, 2023
Marie Louise Muha, a cherished partner, sister, aunt, friend, and advocate for children, passed away peacefully on December 28, 2023, at her home in Fennville, MI. Born on March 19, 1953, in Chicago, IL, Marie's life was marked by her creative spirit, her passionate dedication to her community, and her thoughtful presence in the lives of all who knew...
Bobby Lee Van Dine
Dec 28, 2023
Bobby Lee "Bob" Van Dine, aged 64, of Douglas, Michigan, passed away on December 28, 2023, surrounded by the love of his family in Saugatuck, Michigan. Born on April 4, 1959, to a close-knit community, Bob grew into a man known for his handy skills, quick wit, and warm, friendly nature.
Bob's life was a testament to...
Martha Mae (Giles) Stanley
Dec 27, 2023
Martha Mae Stanley (Mot)
1938 ~ 2023
Martha Mae Stanley (Giles) passed away on December 27, 2023, at the age of 85. Her final moments were spent in the home of her daughter, Penny, who held her hand as she left this world.
Born on May 10, 1938, in Butler, Missouri to Lester...
Franziska Byk
Dec 25, 2023
Franziska (Frances) Byk passed away peacefully at home and went to heaven on Christmas Day, December 25, 2023, she was 94 years old. She was born in Seewiesen, Germany to Laurenz and Anna Schreiner March 7, 1929. For more than 50 years, Frances was a devout member of St Peter's Catholic Church in Douglas, Michigan. During that time, she...
Gerrell "Gerry" Plummer
Dec 13, 2023
Lt. Col. Ret. Gerrell "Gerry" Plummer, 89, a 50-year resident of Linthicum Heights, Maryland, died on Wednesday, December 13, 2023 at Perry Point VA Medical Center.
He was born on Friday, December 29th, 1933 in Ganges, Michigan to the late Lois Frank and Bertha Lillian Plummer (nee Keith). Mr. Plummer retired from the US Army after over...
Lawrence George (Larry) Vihtelic
Dec 6, 2023
Lawrence George Vihtelic
May 26, 1942 – December 6, 2023
Lawrence George Vihtelic passed away peacefully at home in Fennville on December 6th, 2023, after a multi-year battle with Primary Progressive Aphasia. He was 81. The eldest of nine, Larry was born on May 26th, 1942, to Lillian and Frank Vihtelic in Detroit, Michigan.
...Bobbie Jo Bergman
Dec 6, 2023
Bobbie Jo Bergman
August 5, 1942 – December 6, 2023
Bobbie Jo Bergman, a cherished mother, grandmother, passed away peacefully on December 6, 2023, in Fennville, Michigan, at the age of 81. Born on August 5, 1942, in Piggott, Arkansas, Bobbie's life was a tapestry of love, laughter, and selfless devotion.
Bobbie's journey...
Tracey Jay Bouwman
Dec 4, 2023
Tracey Jay Bouwman
September 22, 1970 – December 4, 2023
Tracey Jay Bouwman, a man cherished for his loving nature, adventurous spirit, and creative mind, passed away on December 4, 2023, at the age of 53. Born on September 22, 1970, in Holland, Michigan, Tracey's journey through life was marked by his dedication to his...
Rodney Leroy Woolf
Nov 29, 2023
Rodney LeRoy Woolf, 80, of Saugatuck, MI passed away Wednesday, November 29, 2023 at Douglas Cove Health and Rehabilitation Center. Born April 24, 1943 in Douglas, he was the son of the late Harvey LeRoy and Morna (Blink) Woolf and was the husband of Shirley (Carr) Woolf. Rodney and Shirley attended Calvary Baptist Church in Holland. He had a...
Donald Eugene Drew
Nov 28, 2023
Donald Eugene Drew January 12, 1955 – November 28, 2023
Donald Eugene Drew, a man of quiet strength and humble spirit, passed away on the 28th of November 2023, at the age of 68. Born on January 12, 1955, Donald's journey through life was marked by his loving nature, generosity, and the skillful touch of a man...
Orville Edward Erickson
Nov 10, 2023
Orville Edward Erickson, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by his family, on November 10, 2023, after a courageous battle with Progressive Supranuclear Palsy. Orv lived in Douglas, Michigan, formerly in Potterville, Michigan. Orv was born on January 26, 1948, in Fargo, North Dakota, to Elder and Alice Erickson. He grew...
Frank Dennis Piantek
Nov 4, 2023
Frank Piantek, 79, of Fennville, passed away unexpectedly, but peacefully, in his sleep on the morning of November 4, 2023. Frank was born in 1944 in Chicago, IL to Frank Piantek Sr. and Lottie Piantek. He married his wife, Gloria, in 1973, and celebrated their 50th anniversary in February. Gloria stayed true to their love by ensuring that he...
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