Obituary Listing

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...

Feb 29, 2024

Linda Elizabeth Clayson passed away peacefully on February 29, 2024, at the age of 75. Linda was born on October 27, 1948, in Albany, NY, the daughter of Elizabeth Warley and Albert Clayson, both of whom preceded her in death. Linda is preceded in death by her husband, Allen Ray Burton, sister Elaine Clayson, sister Crystal Hinds, son Harvey...

Feb 29, 2024

Judy L. Sloan, age 77 of Grand Rapids, and formally Middleville, transcended peacefully to be with our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Thursday, February 29, 2024. Judy was at home, surrounded by family and loving friends, upon her departure.

Judy was born in Grand Rapids Michigan on May 15, 1946. The daughter of Russ Thorne and...

Feb 26, 2024

Beverly (Bev) Williams passed away Monday, February 26, 2024, at the age of 97. She was born on November 12, 1926, in Huntington Park, California, the daughter of Glen and Margaret Irine (Quinnell) Shumaker. Bev has made her home in several places in California, Las Vegas, and Hastings, Michigan and for the last 10 years at Thornapple Manor. Bev...

Feb 26, 2024

Jerry Dean Innes, age 87, passed away on February 26, 2024 with his family by his side. He was born July 4, 1936 in Decker, Michigan, the son of Donald and Clara (Fifield) Innes. In July of 1962, he married Judith Kay King and they enjoyed 61 years together raising their 2 sons. Over the years, he drove semi...

Feb 26, 2024

William Lloyd (Terpening) Allen, passed away on February 26, 2024, in Dowling, Michigan. William was born on August 14, 1964, in Battle Creek, Michigan, the son of George Terpening and MaryLou Burgardt. On May 1, 2001, William married his beloved wife, Catherine Allen, and together they created countless cherished memories.

William was a dedicated over-the-road truck driver....

Feb 22, 2024

Donald Earl Drake passed away on February 22, 2024, in Hastings, Michigan, at the age of 98. Donald was born on November 19, 1925, in Battle Creek, Michigan, to Howard and Helen Drakes.

A 1943 graduate of Hastings High School, Donald enjoyed a fulfilling career in agriculture. He was not only a lifelong farmer but also the...

Feb 16, 2024

Jeffrey "Papa" Lewis Tyrrell, passed away February 16, 2024, at the age of 58. Jeffrey was born January 21, 1966, in Plainwell, Michigan, the son of Ronald L. and Rae Ellen (Krause) Tyrrell.

Jeff attended Caledonia and Hastings Schools. He spent most of his career at Diamond Machinery, where he excelled as a Millwright Rigger until becoming...

Feb 16, 2024

Sharon Elaine (Jewell) Phillips, 73, of Hastings Michigan, Passed away peacefully Friday morning, February 16, 2024. Sharon was born in Santa Fe Springs California on November 5, 1950. She leaves behind her Husband of 40 years, Stephen Phillips, and Sons David Bryant (Gayle Vandervelde), Eddie Prentice (Jenny Prentice) and Donvan Prentice (Brandie Prentice), Stepchildren Chad Phillips (Kate Phillips) and...

Feb 9, 2024

Jon Michael Seuss, 81, of Hastings, Michigan, passed away in the early hours of the morning February 9, 2024. He leaves his wife Barbara Dautermann Seuss; son Jason Seuss (Melissa Morgan); daughters Majda Seuss and Mara Adair (Stephen Adair); grandchildren Jack Seuss, Annie Teunessen, Kaet Teunessen, Della Seuss, Lucas Teunessen, Caleb Teunessen, Joe Quero, Talia Quero, and Nik Morgan;...