Obituaries

John L. “Butch” Managan

John L. “Butch” Managan

Aug 9, 2016

John L. “Butch” Managan age 70, of Grand Rapids, passed away, Tuesday, August 9, 2016 at Spectrum Health Butterworth Hospital in Grand Rapids. He was born November 24, 1945 in Grand Rapids, the son of Jac L. & Catherine E. (Weaver) Managan. John is survived by his brother and sister in law Tom & (Donna) Managan of Comstock Park and...

Steven J. Kohley

Steven J. Kohley

Aug 8, 2016

Steven J. Kohley age 61, of Greenville passed away in his sleep Monday, August 8, 2016, at his home. He was born September 6, 1954 in Chicago, Illinois, the son of Harold R. & Anna M. (Gereaghty) Kohley. He was a hugh Michigan fan, went to the University of Michigan, played rugby there, was involved with Big Brothers Big Sisters,...

Melissa Ann Jones

Melissa Ann Jones

Aug 4, 2016

Melissa Ann Jones age 48, of Greenville, passed away Thursday, August 4, 2016 at her home. She was born September 17, 1967 in Belding. She was currently employed by Rite Aid in Greenville and was a member of the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses. Melissa is survived by her children Amanda Doolittle, Erin Doolittle-Batson and Shelly Doolittle Plaisance; granddaughter Karissa...

Mary Alice Enness

Mary Alice Enness

Aug 1, 2016

Mary Alice Enness age 96, of Stanton, passed Monday, August 1, 2016 at Spectrum Health Butterworth Hospital in Grand Rapids, after living the last 6 years at Kelsey Hospital Long Term Care in Lakeview. She was born November 5, 1919 in Douglass Township, the daughter of Richard & Sarah (Snyder) Enness. She was a production checker at Federal Mogul for...

David S. Loomis

David S. Loomis

Jul 29, 2016

David S. Loomis formerly of Burt Michigan and recently calling Independence, Missouri home was liberated from his body on Friday July 29, 2016. He was born December 14, 1933, in Bentley, Michigan, the son of Clinton L. & Josephine E. (Zimmerman) Loomis. Having just celebrated the 57 years of his marriage to Dorothy Overholt, David was also the proud father...

Kelli Ann O’Brien

Kelli Ann O’Brien

Jul 24, 2016

Kelli Ann O’Brien age 51, of Otsego, formerly of Greenville, passed away Sunday, July 24, 2016 at Bronson Hospital in Kalamazoo. She was born October 9, 1964 in Lansing, the daughter of Patrick J. & Judith L. (Hunter) O’Brien. She was a 1983 graduate of Greenville High School. Kelli is survived by her daughter Kaila George and Kaila's fiancé Josh...

Amy L. Hamer

Amy L. Hamer

Jul 21, 2016

Amy L. Hamer age 46, of Crystal, passed away Thursday, July 21, 2016 at Sparrow Carson City Hospital. She was born January 29, 1970, the daughter of Alvin D. & Shirley A. (Miles) Hamer. Amy is survived by her sons Kenneth J. Mills & (Leanna) of Vestaburg and Michael R. Freedon & (Amy) of Pewamo; daughter Nicole L. Mills &...

Leona L. Smith

Leona L. Smith

Jul 15, 2016

Leona L. Smith age 67, of Coral, passed away Friday, July 15, 2016 under the care of Spectrum Hospice. She was a fun loving mother, grandmother and great grandmother with a lot of love in her heart. She made an impact on everyone she met with her outrageous stories of her life and time at Rocko College. Everyone who interacted...

Gerald R. Stapleton

Gerald R. Stapleton

Jun 21, 2016

Gerald R. Stapleton age 64, of Daphne Alabama, passed away, Tuesday, June 21, 2016 in Sheridan. He was born April 17, 1952, the son of Robert E & Mercedes A. (Nielsen) Stapleton. He was a 1970 graduate of Belding High School, loved to golf, sail, fish and ride his Harley. Gerald is survived by his sister and brother in law...

Robert E. Pasikowski

Robert E. Pasikowski

Jun 21, 2016

Robert E. Pasikowski age 81, of Portland passed away surrounded by family Tuesday, June 21, 2016 at Sparrow Hospital in Lansing. He was born September 26, 1934 in Grand Rapids, the son of Edward W. & Cassie T. (Nowak) Pasikowski. He was retired from the State of Michigan, loved euchre, fishing and bowling, was a member of St. Patrick Catholic...

Artha A. Brock

Artha A. Brock

May 30, 2016

Artha A. Brock age 76, of Gowen, passed away Monday, May 30, 2016 at Spectrum Health United Memorial Hospital in Greenville. She was born January 12, 1940, the daughter of Manley & E. Lucille Huckleberry. She was a member of Faith Baptist Church and formerly worked at Frigidaire. Artha is survived by her husband Francis; children John & (Maria) Brock...

Lucille Isanhart Kupari

Lucille Isanhart Kupari

May 27, 2016

Lucille Isanhart Kupari age 68, of Sheridan, went to be with her Lord Friday, May 27, 2016. She was born February 10, 1948 in Lansing, Michigan to Roy N. & Donna M. (Fowler) Isanhart. She graduated from Barryton High School in 1966. Lucy was a supervisor at Greenville Products for several years and after retirement was a distributor for Princess...

Linda Lee Hilliker

Linda Lee Hilliker

May 18, 2016

Linda Lee Hilliker age 70, passed away May 18, 2016 at home under the care of Hospice of Michigan. She was born September 23, 1945 in Mt. Clemens, Michigan, the cherished daughter of Floyd & Mabel (Gooley) Peltier. Linda was feisty, quick witted and loved her family and children dearly. Linda had fought a long, hard battle with Leukemia and...

Robert J. Cross

Robert J. Cross

May 18, 2016

Robert J. Cross age 88, of Crystal, formerly of Carson City, passed away Wednesday, May 18, 2016 at Sparrow Carson Hospital in Carson City. He was born April 30, 1928 in Holland, the son of Michael & Myrtle (Chrispel) Cross. He was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church and Knights of Columbus in Carson City, the Carson City American...

Rose Marie Beemer

Rose Marie Beemer

May 18, 2016

Rose Marie Beemer age 58, of Greenville, passed away Wednesday, May 18, 2016 under the care of Spectrum Hospice. She was born July 21, 1957 in Lakeview, the daughter of Erwin & Doreen (Oberlyn) Johnson. Rose is survived by her children Jerry Beemer, III & (Tamra Bower) of Greenville, Eric & (Stephanie) Beemer, Jo Jo Beemer-Sams & (Shaun Sams) of...

Timothy C. Simon

Timothy C. Simon

May 15, 2016

Timothy C. Simon age 57, of Greenville, passed away Sunday, May 15, 2016 at Metron of Greenville. He was born October 13, 1958 and was a Nurses Aid. He is survived by his wife Barbie of Greenville. Memorial Services are pending.

William R. Carroll

William R. Carroll

May 15, 2016

William R. Carroll age 73, of Greenville, passed away Sunday, May 15, 2016 at home under the care of Spectrum Hospice. He was born August 5, 1942 in Mecosta, the son of Charles & Marian (Humphrey) Carroll. He was a member of the Greenville American Legion Post #101, served in the US Navy from 1960 to 1965, formerly worked at...

Steven D. Marshall

Steven D. Marshall

Apr 20, 2016

Steven D. Marshall age 60, of Lyons, passed away April 20, 2016 at Heartland Home Health Care in Ionia. He was born December 30, 1955 in Grand Rapids, the son of LD & Marjorie (Haybarker) Marshall. He was soloist for church and had worked at ADAC Plastics in Saranac. Steven is survived by his daughter Abigail & (Jeremiah) Beem of...

Louise Marie (Brunnenkant) Bassett

Louise Marie (Brunnenkant) Bassett

Apr 20, 2016

Louise Marie (Brunnenkant) Bassett age 86 of Gowen, passed away unexpectedly Wednesday, April 20, 2016 at Spectrum Health Butterworth Hospital in Grand Rapids. She was born March 25, 1930 in Mt. Pleasant, the daughter of Otto & Margaret (Hein) Brunnenkant. She was a member of the Bethel Lutheran Church in Howard City, loved gardening, motorcycle riding, cooking, family gatherings, family...

Wilbert D. Burnett

Wilbert D. Burnett

Apr 18, 2016

Wilbert D. Burnett age 93, of Saranac, passed away Monday, April 18, 2016 at Spectrum Health Butterworth Hospital in Grand Rapids. He was born June 24, 1922 in Lowell Township. He served in the US Army during World War II. Wilbert is survived by his 3 nephews Charles, Gary & Dee Burnett all of Belding and his friend and caregiver...

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