Obituary Listing

May 27, 2024

Patricia Ann Olds passed away peacefully on May 27, 2024, at the age of 86 in Hastings, Michigan. She was born on April 20, 1938, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, to Bernard and Vivadale (Harding) Patterson.  Patricia's life was a testament to the power of family, friendship, and the simple pleasures of life.

Patricia was a proud graduate...

May 27, 2024

Pati Ann (Bileth) Czinder, age 86 of Hastings, passed away peacefully on May 27, 2024 following a courageous battle with Parkinson's.

She was born and raised in Grand Rapids, the second of six children. An exceptionally close and artistic family, Pati grew up listening to her dad, Leigh, call square dances. Her joy in dancing with her...

May 25, 2024

Sheila Kay Johnson passed away on May 25, 2024. She was born on August 15, 1954, in Hastings, Michigan, the daughter of Jule and Alberta (Belson) Turner.

Sheila was a 1972 graduate of Thornapple-Kellogg High School, and on April 17, 1981, she married the love of her life, Joe B. Johnson, and they enjoyed 43 years together....

May 21, 2024

On the 21st day of May 2024, the bright light known as Jill White Wiswell, ceased to shine, leaving behind a legacy of optimism and love for life. On her final day she was surrounded, celebrated, loved and serenaded by her small, but very close-knit family as she transitioned from illness to her place of peace and restoration.

May 20, 2024

Ezra Arthur Hedges passed away peacefully on May 20, 2024, in his hometown of Hastings, Michigan. Ezra was born on January 12, 1953, to Arthur and Arabelle (Castelein) Hedges.

A proud 1972 graduate of Hastings High School, Ezra's commitment to his country was evident through his service in the US Army. His work ethic shone brightly throughout...

May 15, 2024

C. Mark Baldwin passed away peacefully on May 15, 2024, in Hastings, Michigan. He was born on November 20, 1930, in Flint, Michigan, to Clyde Alonzo and Zina Ruth (Hutchinson) Baldwin.

Mark attended Flint Tech High School, followed by Mott Community College. His commitment to his country was evident when he proudly served in the Marines during...

May 12, 2024

Dr. Bard Bloom OD of Hastings, MI passed away suddenly on Sunday, May 12th. Bard was born on Jan 20, 1940, in Rochester, Pennsylvania.

Bard graduated from Beaver High School in Western Pennsylvania. He then attended Muskingum Presbyterian College in Ohio, and at that time he married his high school sweetheart, Nancy, and then went to University...

May 8, 2024

Graveside Service will be Saturday, May 11, 2024 at 11:00 AM at Riverside Cemetery, 1003 W State Road, Hastings, MI 49058. Military Honors Provided by American Legion Post 45, Hastings.

May 8, 2024

Stephen Guy Peabody passed away on May 8, 2024, in Nashville, Michigan. He was born on May 20, 1953, in Mason, Michigan, the son of Donovan and Shirley Peabody.

Steve graduated from Marshall High School. After graduation, he embarked on a distinguished 20-year career in the United States Air Force, where he served as a Crew Chief...

May 7, 2024

Dolores M. Frank passed away peacefully with family by her side on May 7, 2024, at the age of 85 in Hastings, Michigan. Dolores was born on July 9, 1938, in La Crosse, Wisconsin, the daughter of John and Alice (Dickson) Bergstad. In 1953, Dolores and her 10 siblings were brought to the VFW National Children's Home in Eaton...

May 5, 2024

Fred Jonathan Torode of Granbury, TX, was born in Ft. Worth, TX on August 17, 1967, and passed away at Medical Center, Ft. Worth, TX on May 5, 2024, of Septic Pneumonia.

Fred is survived by parents Mary Lyndell and Eugene Hugo Torode of Granbury, TX., brother Matthew Gary (Rebecca), brother Samuel Charles, sister Christiana Rebekkah, sister...

May 3, 2024

Dean Martin Endres, born on December 4, 1963, in Caledonia, Michigan, passed away on May 3, 2024, at the age of 60.

Dean graduated from Caledonia High School. He was a self-employed property owner.

He was an avid hunter, finding solace and excitement in the great outdoors. His love for nature was also evident in...

May 1, 2024

Wesley Burton Gillons, cherished husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away, surrounded by his family, on May 1, 2024, at the age of 90 in Hastings, Michigan. Wesley was born on February 18, 1934, in Hastings, Michigan, the son of Carl and Ada (Moorman) Gillons.

Wesley grew up in Hastings and attended Hastings Area Schools. He was...

Apr 27, 2024

Gary Mitchell Ferguson, 85, passed away April 27, 2024, at his home in Pinellas Park, Florida. He was born February 4, 1939, to Linnie Beatrice (Holley) Martin and John Earle Ferguson.

Gary attended St. Rose of Lima and Hastings Area Schools, graduating with the Class of 1958. He had fond memories and often reminisced on times spent...

Apr 20, 2024

Katrina Marie Tate passed away on April 20, 2024. Katrina was born on March 21, 1956, in Battle Creek, Michigan to Franklin Dean and Agnes Elizabeth (Houver) Busha, who preceded her in death.

She was a 1974 graduate of Delton Kellogg High School.  She worked at Proline, Binder Park Zoo, and as a Certified Nurses Aide at...

Apr 16, 2024

Robert Gerard Aicken passed away on April 16, 2024, in Grand Rapids, Michigan. He was born on May 19, 1957, to Judith Main in Kalamazoo, Michigan.

Robert attended St. Rose of Lima and Hastings Area Schools. He was a stone mason, establishing Aicken and Sons Masonry. He also worked in construction and was the Facility Manager for...

Apr 16, 2024

Allen Frank Gramzinski passed away on April 16, 2024, in Hastings, MI. Allen was born on August 21, 1940, in Chicago, IL, to the late Frank Vincent and Marguerite Marie (Bender) Gramzinski.

He was a 1958 graduate of Kelvyn High School in Chicago.  Allen's career spanned four decades at the Chicago Tribune from 1963-2003.

Allen's...

Apr 8, 2024

He always said he wanted his headline to be, "He passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family", and that is exactly how it happened. John M. Llewellyn was born in Mt. Clemens, MI on July 7, 1942, to parents John Irwin Llewellyn and Phyllis Marie (Kukielka) Llewellyn.  John was raised in Grosse Pointe Farms Michigan and graduated...

Apr 7, 2024

Michael James Shaneck passed away peacefully on April 7, 2024, in Hastings, Michigan. Mike was born on December 15, 1949, in Battle Creek, Michigan, the son of James Shaneck and Shirley (Martin) Metzger.

Mike served his country with honor and distinction for four and a half years during the Vietnam War. After his military service, Mike dedicated...

Apr 6, 2024

Michael David Smith, known affectionately as Mike or Pikey, passed away on April 6, 2024, after a courageous battle with advanced Stage 4 Lung and Brain Cancer. Mike was born on December 16, 1966, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, the son of Terry M. and Catherine Jean (Butler) Smith.

Mike attended Grand Rapids Central High School. His employment...