Obituary Listing

Nov 1, 2023

Nereyda Benítez, 44 años de Fennville, Michigan, Mejor conocida como Nery, fue a estar con su Señor el 1 de noviembre de 2023, en el Hospital Butterworth en Grand Rapids, Michigan. Nacido en El 8 de febrero de 1979, en Guerrero, México, vivió una vida llena de amor, bondad y empatia por quienes la rodean.

Nereyda era...

Oct 20, 2023

Richard James Zelenka, affectionately known as Rick, was born to his late parents Ladislav and Margaret (Svabek) Zelenka on May 24, 1945, in the bustling city of Chicago, Illinois. He peacefully left this world at his home in Fennville, Michigan, on October 20, 2023, surrounded by his family and beloved life partner Victoria (Vickie) Zeman of 29 cherished years....

Oct 14, 2023

Lori Sue Derksen (Morgan), a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully in her Fennville, Michigan home on October 14, 2023, after a courageous battle with cancer. Born on June 5, 1966, in Winter Garden, Florida, Lori was a vivacious spirit known for her love of family, nature, and life's simple pleasures.

A native of...

Oct 12, 2023

Stevan Richard Oakley, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend, passed away peacefully in his home on October 12, 2023, after a hard-fought battle with cancer. Born in Garden City, Michigan in 1958, Steve moved with his family to Lake City, MI in 1973. He excelled in football, basketball and track, receiving all-conference honors, and graduated as salutatorian...

Oct 10, 2023

Barbara Ann Schalte (Bradow), a woman of great strength, love, and devotion, passed away on October 10, 2023, in Holland, Michigan. Born on November 5, 1934, in Rogers City, Michigan, Barbara was a beacon of warmth, kindness, and compassion to all who knew her. Preceded in death by her parents, John and Fern Bradow, and her loving husband, Joseph...

Oct 10, 2023

Felipa Gonzales Diaz

May 7, 1943 – October 10, 2023

Felipa Gonzales Diaz, a cherished mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully at her home in Fennville, Michigan, on October 10, 2023. Born on May 7, 1943, in China, Nuevo Leon, Mexico, she was a woman of great spirit and boundless love, who touched the...

Oct 3, 2023

It is with a mix of laughter and tears that we celebrate the life of Timothy Allan "Woody" Woods. Woody was born on November 11, 1962, in Allegan, Michigan. He took his final breath on October 3, 2023, in Holland, Michigan, leaving behind his wife, Jan Earl Woods, and his faithful friend, Haylee.

Woody was the son...

Oct 2, 2023

Esther Marie Jorgensen died peacefully at home on October 2, 2023, among family and friends.

She was born Esther Marie Hoover to Belle and Alva Hoover on February 2, 1939, in Douglas, MI. The younger of two daughters, Esther often joked that her mother expected a valentine but got a groundhog instead.

Her sunny childhood...

Oct 1, 2023

Eugene Michael Binder, 97 of Fennville, Michigan, passed away peacefully on October 1, 2023, in Holland, MI.  Born on February 11, 1926, in Ganges Township, MI, he was the son of the late Michael and Mary (Malecki) Binder and the husband of the late Beverly (St. John) Binder.

Eugene graduated from LC Mohr High School, South Haven,...

Sep 12, 2023

Theresa Anne (Nolan) Pitts, born October 22, 1957, in Chicago, Illinois to parents Thomas and Priscilla Nolan, passed away peacefully at home on September 12th, 2023, at the age of 65.  Beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend.

Theresa was a loved member of her family and the community for opening her heart and home, not...

Aug 26, 2023

Frank Van Fleeren

December 22, 1924 – August 26, 2023

Frank Van Fleeren, 98, of Fennville, Michigan, died on Saturday, August 26, 2023 at SKLD Zeeland.

Frank was born December 22, 1924 in the Netherlands, to the late John and Alice (Clintonberg) Van Fleeren .

In his prime, Frank enjoyed hunting,...

Aug 25, 2023

Diane Veronica (Vernon) Squire passed peacefully surrounded by her loving family at home. Diane was born February 14, 1947, to the late Robert and Corolyn (Skinner) Vernon. Diane would meet the love of her life Robert Squire and spend over 40 plus years of marriage and sacrifice together. Diane was beyond gifted and truly enjoyed the simple things in...

Aug 1, 2023

Donald Peter Scurio, 88 of Fennville passed away on Tuesday, August 1,2023 at Resthaven Maple Woods in Holland, Michigan. Born April 22, 1935 in Chicago, Illinois, he was the son of the late Peter and Estell (Paintek) Scurio.

Donald enjoyed the simple things in life from deer hunting in his younger days and camping. Donald was an...

Jul 20, 2023

Lester Thomas Perkins, 74, of Fennville, Michigan, passed away Thursday, July 20, 2023, at Spectrum Butterworth Hospital in Grand Rapids, Michigan.  Born August 27, 1948, in Rockford, Illinois, he was the son of the late Elwin and Mae (Stehle) Perkins and the husband of Pamela (Wolters) Perkins.  Lester had a strong work ethic and love of country.  After high...

Jul 19, 2023

On Wednesday, July 19, 2023, Catherine "Cookie" Rose Madejczyk went to be with our creator after a brave battle with cancer. Born March 7, 1954, in Lansing, MI; she had lived in DeWitt since 1988 with her husband Joseph "Sonny" C. Madejczyk (married 36 years) where they raised two sons: Eric and Joseph.

As her sons progressed...

Jun 22, 2023

Kirk Allen McCracken, 62 of Allegan Michigan passed away Thursday, June 22, 2023 at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit. Born May 1, 1961, in Douglas, Michigan to the late Robert and Phyllis (Crippen) McCracken, he was the husband of Renita McCracken.

Kirk was a Welder by trade, Kirk's favorite pass times are making different art pieces out...

Jun 21, 2023

Calletana Martinez

December 20, 1942 – June 21, 2023

It is with great sadness that the family announces the passing of Calletana Martinez, 80 of Fennville, Michigan. She passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, June 21, 2023 surrounded by family. Born December 20, 1942 in Robstown, Texas. Calletana was one of nine children born...

Jun 20, 2023

Betsy Lenora Blue, 51, of Fennville, MI passed away Tuesday, June 20, 2023 at Holland Hospital.  Born December 20, 1971 in Polk County, FL, she was the daughter of the late Joe Allen and Betsy Lee Mary (Davis) Mittemiller.  Betsy was a kind and caring mother and grandmother who loved nothing more than to be surrounded by her family,...

Jun 15, 2023

Nicole Ann (Butler) Nower, 30, of Allegan, MI passed away Thursday, June 15, 2023.  Born May 25, 1993 in Holland, MI, she was the daughter of Christine (Davis) Butler and the late James Butler, Sr. and was the wife of Randall Nower.  Nicole was a proud mom and loving and devoted wife, daughter, sister, aunt and friend to many. ...

Jun 7, 2023

Vicente "Vinnie" Hernandez

August 30, 1980 – June 7, 2023

We are so hurt to announce that Vicente "Vinnie" Hernandez, age 42, took his last breaths at the Metropolitan Medical Clinic Wednesday morning, June 7th, 2023, around 3:09 AM surrounded by his caring family.

Vinnie was a kind, intelligent, sweet man with a...