All Obituaries

Peggy was Born September 23, 1944 to Clair and Earlene Hall, in Reed City Michigan. Peggy is preceded in death by her parents and son-in-law Charles Heft.  She will be lovingly remembered and missed dearly by her daughters Billi Heft, Theresa Swinehart, and Naretta Render.  Grandchildren: Ashlee Baker, Carlos Cardosa Jr, Brandon Rodriguez, Alijandra Cardosa (Jasper), Caitlyn Ryke (Dustin), David Duncan (Heather), Erin Diaz, Derek Heft, Kamrie Clark (Dakota), as well as 14 Great ...

Carla Ann Forslund, devoted mother and grandmother, beloved wife and sister, lifelong teacher and artist, passed away peacefully on May 2, 2026, after a hard-fought battle with cancer. She was the light in every room she entered and will be missed tremendously by those she leaves behind. She was preceded in death by her brother, Roger Covell, and by her bonus-son Wesley Mercer.  She is survived by her husband, Blake Forslund Jr; her son ...

Richard Bruce Rienstra was born July 3, 1943 in Rochester, New York, to Henrietta and Rev. Richard Rienstra, the youngest of four children and the only one with red hair, which earned him the nickname "Rusty" in his youth.  He died on May 2, 2026, after living for several years with Parkinson's, Lewy Body dementia and Alzheimer's Disease.  In spite of all the changes in mind and body these conditions caused, he stayed active and maintained a positive attitude. ...

On April 28, Bob Giles, 88, died. Bob was a real Renaissance Man. He was exceptionally good at many things. Among them, an excellent musician, a Golden Gloves Champion, and a 7th degree black belt in Shorinryu Renbukan karate. He was a proud graduate of Union High School and Western Michigan University, where he earned a BA in music. He taught and performed in many different settings, including as a member of the Michigan National Guard 126th Army Band. As a part of this renowned group he ...

Nancy Kruer, a devoted mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, philanthropist, and world traveler, passed away peacefully on April 26th, 2026, leaving a legacy of love, joy, and adventure. Born on June 18, 1935, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, Nancy was the cherished daughter of German immigrants John and Maria Brandstatter. She grew up alongside her siblings Richard, Marilyn, and Robert. From a young age, Nancy displayed a love of the water, excelling as a swimmer and water skier. Summers at ...

Anthony Daniel Huckleberry, aged 60 of Grand Rapids, Michigan passed away at home on Thursday, April 23, 2026. He was preceded in death by his father, Phillip Byron Huckleberry, brother-in-law Bernie Kaufman, and nephew Cody Ambrose. Anthony is survived by his wife of 28 years, Mary Jane Huckleberry; mother, Margaret May Huckleberry; brothers, Thomas Huckleberry, Phillip (Judy) Huckleberry, James (Tonda) Huckleberry and Ted (Krista) Huckleberry; children, Bobby Boorsma, Mindy (Mark) ...

Richard Charles Wierenga, age 82, of Jenison, passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 23, 2026. He was preceded in death by his wife of 46 years, Maureen. Richard retired from General Motors after 38 years of service. His five children survive Richard; Kate (Rick) Ruemenapp, Kelly Robinson, Michael (Kelly) Wierenga, Patrick Wierenga, and MaryBeth (Michael) Champrenault, as well as nine grandchildren: Morgan, Jacob, Molly, Sam, Emma, Joshua, Luke, Natalie and Jenna. As Richard requested, ...

Douglas Dale Rozema, age 67, of Rockford, Michigan, passed away on April 21, 2026. Born on October 20, 1958, in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Doug lived a life marked by dedication to his family, his work, and the many people fortunate enough to know him. Doug was preceded in death by his parents, Dale Edward Rozema and Helen Elizabeth Rozema. He is lovingly remembered by his children, Krystal Rozema (Mahmut Selmic), Kyle Rozema, Stephanie Rozema, and Courtney Rozema (Tom Schmier), the mother of ...

Douglas Fergen was born on August 8, 1965 in Parkston, South Dakota to Joseph and Joan Fergen. He graduated from Parkston High School in 1983 and graduated from Northern State University in Aberdeen, South Dakota with a degree in music education. After college, he moved to Michigan and worked as a organist and choir director for churches in Saginaw and Manistee, where he met his future wife. He married Kathleen Konicki on July 12, 1998 at St. Francis Xavier Parish in Grand Rapids, MI and ...