Jeffrey Lynn Aston
Jul 30, 2025
Jeffrey Lynn Aston, 71, passed away on July 30, 2025. He was born on August 18, 1953, in Battle Creek, Michigan, the son of Richard and June (Roberts) Aston.
Jeff attended Bellevue High School.  He had a deep appreciation for the outdoors, especially hunting, fishing and mushroom hunting. Music was a major part of his life—he enjoyed...
William John Roush
Jul 30, 2025
On July 30, 2025, after a brief but courageous battle with cancer, William "Bill" John Roush of Hastings, Michigan, went home to be with his Lord at the age of 86.
Bill was born on March 19, 1939, in Highland Park, Michigan, to William John and Meride (Hartman) Roush. After graduating from Springfield High School in 1957,...
Richard Larue Walker
Jul 23, 2025
Richard (Dick) LaRue Walker, a longtime resident of Hastings, passed away Wednesday, July 23, 2025, at Carveth Village in Middleville, Michigan.
Dick was born in Kalamazoo, Michigan, on March 2, 1931, to Mrs. Zela Walker and Claude Walker. Claude passed away in December 1930 in Massachusetts, prior to Dick's birth. Zela and Claude's family had lived in...
Scott Elwin Hesterly
Jul 22, 2025
Please join us for a celebration of life honoring Scott Elwin Hesterly, who passed away on July 22, 2025.
Visitation will be held at the Assembly of God Church/Victory Hill in Hastings, Michigan, on Tuesday, July 29, 2025, at 10 a.m. Â The service will be held at 11 a.m., with a luncheon to follow. The service...
David Wayne Solmes, Sr.
Jul 20, 2025
David Wayne Solmes, Sr., age 75, of Hastings, Michigan, formerly Lake Placid, FL, passed away peacefully at his residence on July 20, 2025, surrounded by family and love. Born on September 6, 1949, in Hastings, David was a devoted husband, loving father, grandfather, and great grandfather, proud business owner, and active community member.
David married the love...
Randall Lee Thompson
Jul 19, 2025
Randall Lee Thompson, born December 14, 1952, in Michigan, passed away at his home in Eloy, Arizona on July 19, 2025, at the age of 73.
Randy was the son of Martha (Rider) Thompson and Johannas Thompson. He spent his early years in Hastings, Michigan, where he attended Hastings Area Schools before graduating from Morley Stanwood High...
Mary Jane Holman
Jul 16, 2025
Mary Jane Holman, of Delton, Michigan, passed away peacefully on July 16, 2025, at the age of 91. She was born on October 30, 1933, in Hastings, Michigan, the daughter of Frank and Lutina Andrus.
Mary was a 1951 graduate of Hastings High School, and  went on to earn her bachelor's degree from Michigan State University in...
Ruth Marie Nelson
Jul 13, 2025
Ruth Marie Nelson, age 90, of Hastings, Michigan, passed away peacefully on July 13, 2025. She was born on November 14, 1934, the daughter of Orson and Wilma (Stowe) Laubaugh.
Ruth attended Hastings High School. She managed several local establishments and restaurants, including the American Legion and Sandy Pines, and was the owner and operator of B&R...
Mary Susan Lannon
Jul 10, 2025
Mary Susan Lannon, a dedicated geologist, educator, and nature enthusiast, passed away peacefully on July 10, 2025. She was 64.
Mary was born on December 11, 1960, in Ludington, Michigan, to Thomas Richard Jr. and Mary Ann (Kulwicki) Lannon. A 1979 graduate of St. Joseph High School, she went on to earn a Bachelor's Degree in Geology...
Sandra Louise Breitner
Jul 9, 2025
Sandra Louise Breitner, age 80, passed away on July 9, 2025. Born on June 18, 1945, in Battle Creek, Michigan, she was the daughter of Cloyse and Leona (Smith) Tuttle. Sandra attended Pennfield High School and later married the love of her life, James Breitner, on her birthday in 1977. They shared 44 wonderful years together until his passing...
Douglas Wayne Forbes
Jul 9, 2025
Douglas Wayne Forbes, age 80, passed away on July 9, 2025. Born March 12, 1945, to Neal and Alice (Roerig) Forbes, Doug grew up in West Michigan and graduated from Wyoming Rogers High School in 1963. He later earned a welding degree from Ferris State University.
Doug spent his life working hard—as a farmer, at the County...
Duane Arthur Jones
Jul 8, 2025
In Loving Memory of Duane Arthur Jones September 1, 1931 – July 8, 2025
With heavy hearts and deep gratitude for a life well lived, we announce the passing of Duane Arthur Jones, who departed this world on July 8, 2025, at the age of 93.
Born on September 1, 1931, Duane grew up with...
Theodore Edward Demott
Jul 7, 2025
Ted DeMott, age 77, passed away July 7,2025, after a four-year struggle with illness.
Ted was born March 20, 1948, at Pennock Hospital. He attended Hinds School, a one-room schoolhouse, and graduated from Hastings High School in 1967. He was a member of the FFA. Ted was a mechanic and had his own garage for a period...
Terry Lynn Weiler
Jul 3, 2025
Terry Lynn Weiler, 69, of Hastings, Michigan, passed away on July 3, 2025. Terry was born and raised in Hastings, Michigan on October 13, 1955, by his parents, Ward and Mary (Stutz) Weiler. He was a 1974 graduate of Hastings High School.
He retired from Flexfab after 42 years, but continued to remain active. Terry loved the...
Mary Ellen Cotant
Jul 2, 2025
HASTINGS – Mary Ellen Cotant passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family, at the age of 84 years, on Wednesday, July 2, 2025. She was an inspiration to her whole family.
Mary was born February 1, 1941, in Hastings, the daughter of Robert and Irene (Dann) Brownell, where she and her 8 siblings were raised in a...
James Larry Tilley
Jul 1, 2025
James Larry Tilley, 74, of Hastings, Michigan, passed away on July 1, 2025. He was born on December 31, 1950, in Winston Salem, North Carolina, to the late James C. and Betty L. (Jessup) Tilley.
Larry attended North Stokes High School and served in the U. S. Army during the Vietnam War from 1970 to 1972. He...
Valerie Marie Mcintyre
Jun 25, 2025
Valerie Marie McIntyre, age 60, of Hastings, Michigan, passed away on June 25, 2025, after a short battle with cancer.
Valerie was born in Hastings on February 6, 1965, the beloved daughter of David and Lois (Warner) McIntyre. She attended St. Rose of Lima School and graduated from Hastings High School in 1984. Valerie worked for many...
Patricia Kay Fussman
Jun 19, 2025
Patricia Kay Fussman, age 85, of Hastings, Michigan, passed away peacefully on June 19, 2025. She was born on June 2, 1940, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, the beloved daughter of Joseph Faiks and Florence Liszewski.
Patricia graduated from Union High School and earned her nursing degree from Mercy Central School of Nursing. She devoted many years to...
Nora Mae Gaugier
Jun 17, 2025
Nora Mae Gaugier, age 90, of Middleville, Michigan, passed away peacefully on June 17, 2025. She was born on April 5, 1935, in Big Rapids, Michigan, the daughter of George and Elizabeth (Doyle) Spedoske.
Nora graduated from Big Rapids High School in 1953 and married John E. Gaugier in 1955. They shared 56 wonderful years together before...
Lois Kay Kyle
Jun 12, 2025
Lois Kay Kyle, age 78, passed away on June 12, 2025. She was born on May 2, 1947, the daughter of Zennie E. and Rachel (Strimback) Wallace. No services are planned. Arrangements by Girrbach Funeral Home.
