Obituary Listing

May 20, 2025

James R. Noteboom, 87 years old, born August 6, 1937, went to be with our Lord Jesus Christ on May 20, 2025.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Helen Noteboom, in December 2019. They were married in January 1957.

He is survived by his children, Terry and Brenda Noteboom, Mark and Koleen Noteboom,...

May 12, 2025

Iva Dane Blood went peacefully to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on May 12, 2025 at the age of 88, in Oberlin, Ohio.  She was born on January 15, 1937, in South Haven, Michigan to Kennard and Thelma Schaibly.  Iva Dane is survived by her five children, Wesley Blood (Marjorie), Sherley Blood Thom (David), Janel Blood,...

May 12, 2025

Edgar Lee Boulter, 96 years old, went home to be with his Lord on May 12, 2025, surrounded by his family.

Edgar was born on Friday the 13th in July of 1928 near Coats Gove, Michigan.  He was raised on the family farm and graduated from Woodland High School, Class of 1947.

He enlisted in...

May 11, 2025

Timothy Ivan King passed away peacefully on May 11, 2025, surrounded by family. He was born on July 30, 1948, in Charlotte, Michigan, to Ivan and Melody (Hussey) King. Tim attended Kalamazoo Central High School, graduating from Hastings High School in 1966. Tim went on to earn a degree in fine arts.

Tim married Jacquelyn Ann Weed,...

May 9, 2025

Jerome "Jerry" Bernard, beloved husband, father, brother, grandfather, great-grandfather and friend, went to be with the Lord on May 9, 2025, at the age of 92 and will be dearly missed by his loving family.

Born on February 16, 1933, in Dayton, OH, Jerry lived a life marked by faith, kindness, and dedication to his family, as...

May 5, 2025

Doris Joan Miller, lovingly known as Joan, passed away peacefully on May 5, 2025. Born on September 1, 1938, to Clyde and Carrie (Thompson) Marble, Joan lived a full and welcoming life rooted in love, kindness, and connection.

Joan was known for her warm heart, always-open door, and a coffee pot that never ran dry. She worked...

Apr 30, 2025

Joan L. Christie, a cherished wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on April 30, 2025, at the age of 83. Born on March 30, 1942, in Hastings, Michigan, Joan was the beloved daughter of Jesse and Doris (Belson) Blough.

Joan was a 1960 graduate of Freeport High School and served as a librarian in her...

Apr 25, 2025

Gordon "Gordie" Bennett age 84 of Hastings, MI, unexpectedly went to be with his heavenly father on April 25, 2025, and will be dearly missed by his loving family.

He was born at Pennock Hospital in Hastings, MI on October 26, 1940.  He attended Hastings schools, graduating in 1958, where he met the love of his life,...

Apr 25, 2025

Manuel Pereida Leos III

With the sun rising and surrounded by daffodils, his favorite flowers, Manuel Pereida Leos III left his beloved family and earthly home on April 25, 2025. His family was all around him as he peacefully slipped into eternal rest. Born October 1st, 1948, in Quanah Texas to Soledad (Garcia) Leos and Manuel P...

Apr 18, 2025

Nancy Hanes Funderburg, 84, went to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Good Friday, April 18, 2025. She was in her home in Lake Odessa, Michigan, with family by her side. Nancy was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. She decorated her home with the word "joy" as a reminder to herself and others of...

Apr 11, 2025

Dale LeRoy Kidder, 59, born January 10, 1966, in Hastings, Michigan, passed away April 11, 2025, at home surrounded by family, due to complications sustained following a Motor Vehicle Accident

Dale was the Son of Leonard & JoAnn (Elliott) Kidder. He attended Thornapple Kellogg Schools. Dale was a lifelong carpenter.

Dale was raised in Freeport,...

Apr 9, 2025

Matthew Horace Rath was born April 3, 1944, to Duane and Dora Rath (Hall) in Yale, Michigan. He attended Yale High School in Yale, Michigan, in 1962. He attended Spring Arbor College in 1964, where he met his love, Helen Kruscke, in chemistry class. They married in 1967. They had two beautiful daughters, whom he adored, Mary Rath Glidewell...

Mar 27, 2025

Anieta Earlene McMullin Baum, age 87, passed away on March 27, 2025, at Butterworth Hospital surrounded by her family.  She was the daughter of Hastings Fiber Glass Founder, Earl Lawrence and Virginia (Coggins) McMullin.

Earlene was preceded in death by her brother, Earl Wayne McMullin, her parents, and her husband of 67 years, Larry Baum.

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Mar 22, 2025

Bryan passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 22nd, 2025, surrounded by family after a hard battle with cancer.

Bryan was the youngest surviving of 15 children to parents Dale and Faith (Charlotte) Miller, who preceded him in death.

Bryan spent most of his adult life driving semi, a job he loved. He often shared entertaining...

Mar 20, 2025

Frederick Oscar Wurm passed away peacefully on March 20, 2025, in Hastings, Michigan. Fred was born on February 23, 1931, in Hope Township, Michigan, the son of Oscar and Laura (Terpening) Wurm.

Fred was a 1949 graduate of Hastings High School. Answering the call of duty, Fred served his country in the US Army during the Korean...

Mar 13, 2025

Gregory Lee Parker lived life to the fullest—always ready for the next adventure, filling every space with camaraderie and energy. Born on January 9, 1966, in Hastings, MI, Greg was a gift to all who knew him. He had an undeniable enthusiasm for life, and a heart big enough to welcome everyone as a friend. On March 13, 2025,...

Mar 12, 2025

William "Al" Albert McMurray, passed away peacefully on March 12, 2025, in Hastings, Michigan.

Bill was born on January 6, 1954, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, to Harry and Joan (Weller) McMurray. On April 20, 1974, he married the love of his life, Susan (Dulyea) McMurray, and together they embarked on a journey of love and companionship that...

Mar 5, 2025

Doris Allerding passed away peacefully on March 5, 2025, in Hastings, Michigan. She was born on August 1, 1932, in Sault Ste Marie, Michigan, the daughter of John McCartney and Pearl Marie (Massey) Parker.

Doris began her career at Michigan Bell, as a telephone operator from 1949 to 1953. She was a graduate of Sault Ste Marie...

Mar 4, 2025

James Ellis Johnston passed away on March 4, 2025, in Grand Rapids, Michigan. He was born on September 30, 1957, in Hastings, Michigan, the son of Ellis Holmes Johnston and Alice Lorraine (Layle) Strimback.

Jim attended Lakewood High School. His love for learning and his determination led him to further his education at Huntington College. Despite his...

Mar 4, 2025

Benny Ralph Eye, known as Ben to his friends and family, passed away on March 4, 2025, at the age of 80. Ben was born on May 29, 1944, in Hastings, Michigan, the son of Ralph Eye and Marion Gabler.

Ben was a graduate of Hastings Area Schools. After graduation, he embarked on a career at General...