Obituary Listing

Nov 19, 2024

Virginia Fernando Millis, 72, of Hastings, Michigan, passed away on November 19, 2024. She was born on April 24, 1952, in Magan-Vaca Subic Zambales, Philippines, the daughter of Crispen and Folrinia Fernando. She is survived by her son Nino Fernando, and fiance Gary Bowerman. No services are being planned.  Arrangements by Girrbach Funeral Home. To leave an online condolence...

Nov 19, 2024

Born December 15, 1964 – Passed away November 19, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Erik Crux, who left this world on November 19, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of love, kindness, and unwavering dedication to his family and friends.

Erik was more than just a husband, father, and...

Nov 14, 2024

Early on the morning of November 14th of 2024 the generous heart of James R. Wiswell beat for the very last time. Jim transitioned from this earthly life peacefully, surrounded by his family where he was greeted by his beloved wife, Jill and welcomed into heaven by our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.

Jim made the most...

Nov 2, 2024

We would like to honor the memory of Robert (Bob) Leon Spindler, who passed away on November 2, 2024.  Bob moved many hearts in simple yet powerful ways. He saw the world at a graceful pace and loved nature.

Bob is survived by his parents, Dr. James and Ellarie Spindler, and his siblings Heidi (Michael) Horn, Sandy...

Oct 28, 2024

Jeremiah Jacob Johnson passed away on October 28, 2024, in Delton, Michigan, at the age of 37. Jeremiah was born on January 21, 1987, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, the son of Walter Lee Johnson and the late Vanessa Lulabell (Tobias) Johnson.

Jeremiah was a well-decorated Calvary Scout in the Army, serving in Iraq from 2008-2012. After honorably...

Oct 27, 2024

Kenneth Wayne James passed away on October 27, 2024, in Hastings, Michigan. He was born on August 1, 1962, in Detroit, Michigan, the son of Jesse Cutis James and Barbara Jean (Russell) Crummel.

Ken attended high school in Shoshoni, Wyoming. Ken worked in the asphalt industry, took pride in driving for a company that hauled campers across...

Oct 25, 2024

Sandra Lee Davis (Purchis), of Hastings, Michigan, passed away peacefully on October 25, 2024, at the age of 85.

Sandy was born to Maurice and Ardis Purchis on August 28, 1939, in Nashville, Michigan. She also grew up in Nashville where she enjoyed small town life and made many lifelong friends and memories. She would often fondly...

Oct 25, 2024

Tristin Steven Prentice of Hastings passed away unexpectedly on October 25, 2024 at age 23. He was born on May 16, 2001, the son of Donovan Edward and Brandie Lynn (Hammond) Prentice. He graduated from Hastings High School in 2020. He worked at Dairy Queen, Amazon and currently at Hastings Fiberglass.

Tristin enjoyed gaming, camping, day trips...

Oct 22, 2024

Mary Beth (Merrill) King passed away after a prolonged battle with COVID Dementia on October 22, 2024 at age 80. Mary was born on September 13, 1944 to Stephen Henry and Mildred Arzealea (Litherland) Merrill in Fort Wayne Indiana.  She was an only child and adored by her parents.  Mary left Fort Wayne in the summer of 1973 with...

Oct 20, 2024

Margaret "Peggy" Bradford, age 90 of Hastings, Michigan, and Palm Coast, Florida, entered into her Eternal Rest with her Saviour on Sunday, October 20, 2024, at home in Palm Coast, Florida.  While we are sorrowing, Christ is rejoicing, because another heir of heaven has entered upon her heritage.

She was born October 14, 1934, in Grand Rapids,...

Oct 19, 2024

John Rustad Surratt, age 72, passed away at University of Michigan Health- West Hospital in Grand Rapids on Saturday, October 19th. He was born July 29th,1952 in Toledo, Ohio to Stanley Charles and Nancy Margaret (Mundy) Surratt. John graduated from DeVilbiss High School in Toledo in 1971. He enjoyed being on teams for swimming and soccer in high school....

Oct 14, 2024

Kenneth Alan Ervin passed away on October 14, 2024, in Hastings, Michigan, at the age of 85. He was born on February 1, 1939, in Highland Park, Michigan, the son of William and Janet (Marchant) Ervin.

After graduation, Ken proudly served his country in the Navy Honor Guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, eventually settling...

Sep 27, 2024

Herbert Ray McCulligh passed away on September 27, 2024.  Herb was born on April 20, 1948, in Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan, the son of Clarence "Bud" and Faye (Tolman) McCulligh.

Herb was a 1967 graduate of Hastings High School. Shortly after, he married the love of his life, Diane Baldry, on May 18, 1968. Herb proudly served...

Sep 26, 2024

Martin Leroy "Marty" Sobleskey, known affectionately as "Sonny" to his close friends and family, passed away peacefully on September 26, 2024, in Hastings, Michigan. He was born on August 18, 1940, in Cheboygan, Michigan, the son of Walter Sr. and Nancy (Kilmer) Sobleskey.

On July 18, 1981, Marty married Marola Kay Grinnell, and they enjoyed 43 years...

Sep 23, 2024

Janet May (Conely) Feighner passed away peacefully at the age of 94 on September 23, 2024, in Lansing, Michigan. She was born on April 30, 1930, the second of three children born to Rex and Gladys Conely. The Depression was in full swing at that time, so her family lived with relatives on a farm near Brown City, Michigan...

Sep 19, 2024

Martha Irene Timm passed away on September 19, 2024 at the age of 100. She was born on February 14,1924, in Ionia, Michigan, the daughter  of Bert and Mildred J. (Hess) Mesecar. Martha attended a country school for eight grades before graduating from Hastings High School. After her education, she contributed to the war effort by working at a...

Sep 14, 2024

Kyle VerHoef, age 33, passed away Saturday, September 14, 2024, from a hiking accident.

He was preceded in death by his mother Rebecca VerHoef.  Kyle is survived by his wife Marissa and children Cassie and Isaac, father Jim and step mother Ann, as well as his brothers Christopher, Erik (Izzy), and Luke.  He is also survived by...

Sep 12, 2024

Mike passed away peacefully on Sept 12, 2024, in Hastings, Michigan.

Mike was born in Bay City, Michigan on December 20, 1944, to parents Harry and Grace (McManmon) Trahan. He grew up in Bay City with his siblings, Edward and Maria. Mike attended St. James High School and later graduated from Ferris State College.

Mike...

Aug 31, 2024

Marjorie "Marge" E. Conrad, a cherished, quick-witted woman known for her kind, yet sassy, personality passed away peacefully on August 31, 2024, at the age of 94.

Marge was born on December 3, 1929, to Gustav and Daisy (Thompson) Schmidt.  She was the youngest of five children and was raised in Kaleva, MI.  After graduating from Kaleva...

Aug 23, 2024

David "Dave" Duane Allerding born August 12, 1959, passed away unexpectedly at the age of 65 on August 23, 2024. Dave was born in Hastings Michigan to parents Duane and Marie Allerding.

Dave was raised in Hastings on his parents' 80-acre farm and learned how to tinker and fix things from a young age, a skill that...