Obituary Listing

Dec 19, 2023

Ronald Lewis Tyrrell, known fondly as Ron to his friends and family, left this world on December 19, 2023, at the age of 76. Born on November 22, 1947, in Allegan County, Michigan, Ron's life was characterized by his passion and dedication to his loved ones, his country, and his hobbies.

Ron's journey began as the beloved...

Dec 18, 2023

Thomas Clyde Hallifax, age 71, of Grand Rapids/Hastings, went to be with his Jesus, Monday morning, December 18, 2023, in Stanton, Michigan. He was preceded in death by brothers Michael Hallifax, Scott Hallifax, and mother Marjorie Hallifax. He is survived by son Travis (Leslie) Hallifax, grandchildren Hannah, Abigail, Isaac, and Jacob, soulmate for 33 years Susan Hallifax, stepchildren Ryan...

Dec 11, 2023

Barbara Anne Perez went home to be with the Lord on Monday, December 11th, 2023.

A visitation will be held on Friday, December 22nd, 2023, from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm at Girrbach Funeral Home, 328 S Broadway Avenue, Hastings Michigan 49058. Please join the family directly following the visitation at their home in Nashville for fellowship...

Dec 11, 2023

Larry Raymond Baum passed away on December 11, 2023, at the age of 86 due to surgical complications.

Larry was born in Royal Oak, Michigan, the son of Lawrence and Ethel Baum.  His father, originally from the Hastings area, had gone to Detroit to seek work during the depression and found employment at the Packard Motor Car Company.

At the end of...

Dec 6, 2023

Kari Sue Thompson passed away on December 6, 2023.

Kari was born on August 19, 1964, the daughter of Glen and Patricia (Faiks) Fussman.  She was a 1982 graduate of West Catholic High School.

Kari loved the Lord God.  She loved to crochet and gave of herself by making afghans for her siblings as well...

Dec 4, 2023

Kenneth Lee Hamilton, age 86, of Delton, Michigan, passed away on December 4, 2023.

Kenneth was born on October 13, 1937, in Flint, Michigan, the son of Dale and Florence (Bingham) Hamilton.  He was a 1955 graduate of Richland High School in Richland, Michigan.  Kenneth proudly served his country in the Marine Corp from 1955-1958 and played...

Dec 4, 2023

Richard Henry Whidden, age 77, of Hastings, Michigan, passed away on December 4, 2023.

Rick was born on March 16, 1946, in Arcadia, Florida, the son of Robert and June Whidden.  He attended Lee Daniel School in Bokeelia, Florida.

Rick worked as a commercial fisherman and in the boating industry, and also worked maintenance at...

Dec 1, 2023

Cinda Gail Johnson, age 68, of Nashville, Michigan, passed away on December 1, 2023.

Cinda was born on August 4, 1955, the daughter of Charles Raymond and Jane Elizabeth (Vandlen) Wait.  She was a 1973 graduate of Hastings High School.  Cinda married William Johnson on October 18, 1975, which ended in divorce.

Cinda worked at...

Nov 30, 2023

Margaret Ann (Huey) Chewning, age 77, of Hastings, Michigan, passed away on November 30, 2023.

Margaret was born on October 15, 1946, in Belding, Michigan, the daughter of Lyle and Doris (Kinney) Moore.  She was married to Fred Huey, which ended in divorce in 2002.  On November 13, 2004, Margaret married Charles Chewning.

Margaret was...

Nov 25, 2023

Sharon Jean Maurer of Hastings, passed away with family by her side on November 25, 2023 in Hastings, Michigan. Sharon was born March 30, 1939, in Grand Rapids, Mich., to Frank D. and Rilla R. (Hanna) Moffat. Her early years were enjoyed in a home near Butterworth Hospital, the house and street later razed when I-96 was constructed. Her...

Nov 22, 2023

Clarice Flora Miles (Pease), 93, of Hastings, Michigan, passed away on November 22, 2023, in Hastings. Clarice was surrounded by her family when the Lord called her home. She was born on December 5, 1929, in Hastings to Fern and Charles Pease. Clarice was a loving daughter, sister, aunt, wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and a friend to many.

Nov 22, 2023

Carole Loosemore Wiggs, age 84, of Gun Lake, MI, passed away on November 22, 2023.  She was born September 19, 1939, in Gary, Indiana to Jack and Doris Loosemore. She attended Franklin College, where she met future husband in the 1950s, but after an interruption in her education to raise a family, graduated from the University of Nevada, Reno...

Nov 16, 2023

Kimberly Sue Kuchar, of Lake Odessa, passed away surrounded by her family on November 16, 2023, in Allegan, Michigan at age 63. She was born on February 14, 1960, in Grand Rapids, Michigan the daughter of Ogal Jasper and Janice Marie (Boulter) Jordan. She graduated from Lakewood High School in Lake Odessa, Michigan.

Kimberly enjoyed collecting coins,...

Nov 13, 2023

Donald Lee Montgomery, age 85, of Hastings, Michigan, passed away November 13, 2023.

Donald was born on July 12, 1938, in East Grand Rapids, Michigan, the son of Herbert Vernon and Ruth Margaret (VanAartsen) Montgomery.  Donald graduated from Creston High School and received a bachelor's degree in education from Western Michigan University.

Donald taught middle...

Nov 12, 2023

Marilyn Joan (Currier) Kreg, age 88, passed away on November 12, 2023, with her granddaughter Rhea by her side.

Marilyn was born on April 24, 1935, in Sturgis, Michigan, to her parents Asa and Elvena Currier.  Marilyn was united in marriage to Arlen C. Kreg on October 10, 1953; they enjoyed 63 years of marriage until his...

Nov 8, 2023

Marjorie Louise Barcroft (April 21, 1925 – November 8, 2023)

Born and raised in Hastings, Marjorie Louise Barcroft, 98, passed away on November 8, 2023, at Clark Retirement in Grand Rapids.  She was born on April 21, 1925, to Gay Norton and Florence Mildred (Leach) Norton.

Marge married Carl Barcroft, on March 1, 1947, and...

Nov 5, 2023

Larry Lyman Melendy , born January 29, 1942, passed away November 5, 2023, at his home, in the presence of his family. Larry was born in Mason, MI to parents Raymond A. and Glenadene Melendy. He attended Mason elementary schools and Adrian junior and senior high schools, graduating in 1960. He attended Olivet college, where he studied...

Nov 4, 2023

Jeffrey Allen Goodenough, age 57, of Hastings, Michigan, passed away on November 4, 2023.

Jeff was born on November 18, 1965, in Hastings, Michigan the son of Verne Wilson and Laura Ann (Fry) Goodenough.  He attended Hastings High School.  Jeff worked in construction and was a truck driver.

He enjoyed watching TV and YouTube.  He...

Oct 26, 2023

Audrey Rose Burdick, age 86, passed away on October 26, 2023.

Audrey was born on August 9, 1937, in Sioux City, Iowa, the daughter of Lloyd and Margaret (Haubrich) Shook.  She was a graduate of Lake Odessa High School.

Audrey worked as a realtor in Hastings.  She also worked at the courthouse and served as...

Oct 23, 2023

Bruce Lee Fuller, age 69, passed away on October 23, 2023, with his loved ones by his side.

Bruce was born on December 18, 1953, in Hastings, Michigan, the son of Charles and Mary C. (Reynolds) Fuller.  He was a 1972 graduate of Hastings High School.  On November 30, 1974, Bruce married Lynne Wallin, and they enjoyed...