Obituary Listing

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...

Mar 29, 2024

Richard A. "Dick" DeBolt passed away on March 29, 2024, in Hastings, Michigan. Dick was born on October 31, 1940, in Battle Creek, Michigan, to Bryant and Effa DeBolt.

He was a 1958 graduate of Gull Lake High School. His early career saw him excel as a Branch Manager for Sherriff Goslin in Hastings, Michigan, from 1960...

Mar 27, 2024

Louise Susan Bertrand, a beacon of generosity and thoughtfulness, passed away peacefully on March 27, 2024, at the age of 80. She was born on December 1, 1943, in Wayne County, Michigan, the cherished daughter of the late Richard and Hilda (Miriam) Modig.

Louise's educational journey led her to earn an Associate Degree from Union Community College....

Mar 25, 2024

Wanda Lee Mudget passed away on March 25, 2024, in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Born on September 26, 1942, in Ottawa County, Michigan, to the late Austin and Dorothy (Veldman) Alward, Wanda's life was a testament to the power of love, education, and faith. Wanda's journey began at Western Michigan University, where she earned her degree in Education in 1964....

Mar 23, 2024

Carolyn Sue Van Wolvlear of Hastings Michigan, passed away March 23, 2024, following a lengthy illness.

Carolyn was born on January 1, 1948, the daughter of Harold and Frances Jones. She graduated from Hastings High School.

Carolyn retired from Amway World Headquarters in Ada Michigan and was very proud of her career there.

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Mar 17, 2024

Alice (Holbrook) Kubek, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Sunday, March 17, 2024, in Hastings, MI. She was born on March 3, 1947, in Haverhill, MA to James and Thelma (Rogers) Holbrook.

Alice was a 1965 graduate of Newburyport High School, in Newburyport, Massachusetts. She met the love of her life, Jim Kubek, the day...

Mar 13, 2024

Donna Janet (Carlisle) Buehl, passed away peacefully on March 13, 2024, in Hastings, Michigan. Born on September 15, 1933, in Kalkaska, Michigan to Max and Carrie (Moore) Carlisle, Donna's life was a rich tapestry of music, art, and family, woven with the threads of love and dedication.

Donna was a 1950 graduate of Kalkaska High School. She...

Mar 10, 2024

Alan Edward Kennedy passed away, surrounded by his family, on March 10, 2024, at the age of 88. Born on March 22, 1935, in Hastings, Michigan, to Andrew David and Viola (Demott) Kennedy, Alan was the third of five.

Alan was a lifelong resident of Hastings, where he lived with his wife Beverly. They had three daughters...

Mar 10, 2024

Surrounded by family and numerous prayers, Lane Charles Cooper, 82, of Freeport, MI, made a peaceful transition into eternity from home on Sunday, March 10, 2024. One of twin boys, Lane was born on August 8, 1941, to parents LaVerne and Helen (Wagner) Cooper in Ludington, MI. His early childhood years were filled with adventures while living above a...

Mar 5, 2024

Andrew (Drew) Rolland Richardson was born on September 3, 1985 in Kalamazoo, MI to Pam Richardson (Martin) and Rob Richardson. Drew entered this world screaming and he continued to be loud throughout his life. He was raised in the Hastings area, graduating from Hastings High School in 2004. He loved playing soccer and wrestling while there.

Drew...

Mar 5, 2024

Jeremiah Joseph Rudnik passed away on March 5, 2024, in Hastings, Michigan. Born on February 24, 1977, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, Jeremiah's life was a testament to the values of love, family, and devotion to his Seventh Day Adventist Faith.

Jeremiah was the cherished son of Charles Rudnik and Cynthia (Fischer) Sablatzky. His early years were filled...

Mar 4, 2024

Carolyn Julia O'Connor went to be with her Lord and Savior on March 4, 2024.  Carolyn was born in Hastings on December 13, 1941, to James and Dorothy O'Connor.  After high school she attended nursing school in Battle Creek, where she then lived for over sixty years. She obtained her LPN and began working at Community Hospital. It didn't...