All Obituaries

Marianne C. Grodus went to be with her Heavenly Father Monday, September 24, 2018. She is survived by three daughters, Susan Seavitt, Carol (James) Mayrand, Jeanne Host; five grandchildren; four great grandchildren; sister Lillian Van Dreumal; several nieces, nephews and cousins. Marianne was a wonderful, loving mother. She was a long time caregiver for Mr. Blodgett and many others. Marianne loved dancing, tap dancing and danced with the Rockettes in Chicago. Information regarding...

George P. Steinbrecher, aged 68 of Grand Rapids Passed away unexpectedly, Saturday, September 22, 2018. He was preceded in death by his parents George and Jacqueline. George is survived by three sisters, Pam Poisson, Rose (Juan) Sanchez, Valerie Masten; several nieces, nephews and cousins; very good friend Garry Armstrong; and his dogs Maxx and Oreo. He was a long time employee and retired after 37 years from Steelcase Wood Division in 2008. Service information will be added at a later date.

Linda Colarelli, aged 78, went into the Lord’s loving arms on September 20, 2018 after a brief but courageous battle with cancer.  She was preceded in death by her parents Paul (Everett) and Marjorie Shue; siblings Louise Edwards, William (Bill) Shue, and Paul Shue; infant son Joseph John Colarelli.Linda was born on February 11, 1940 in Casnovia, MI.  She graduated from Sparta High School, joined the Air Force, and eventually became a life-long Meijer employee at the Walker...

Kenneth James Elliott, 79, of 1703 N Greenfield Circle NE, Grand Rapids, Michigan, passed away peacefully at home on, 20 September 2018, after a long battle with COPD. He was born in Grand Rapids April 19, 1939, the sixth child of Harold Wesley Elliott and Grace B. (Packer) Elliott. Ken attended Central High school in Grand Rapids and was a Veteran of the United States Navy.  Ken married his first sweetheart and lifelong love Patricia (Morrison) Elliott of Grand Rapids on June 3, 1961....

Marlene Beth Peasley, aged 81, of Grand Rapids, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Monday, September 17, 2018.  Marlene worked at the United States Federal Probation Department, retiring from that position in the mid-2000’s.  After retirement, she enjoyed working as a demonstrator at Family Fare in Sparta.  Marlene had a love of horses and acted as an equestrian 4-H leader for many years, spending her vacation at the Kent County Youth Fair each year.  She spent...

Jane M. Kerr, aged 97 of Grand Rapids went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, September 11, 2018. She was preceded in death by her husband Raymond in 2004 and son Randall in 1955. Jane is survived by three daughters, Jeanne Kerr, Karen (Douglas) VanderLaan, Diane Bailey; son Richard Kerr, three grandchildren; four great grandchildren; several nieces, nephews and cousins. Jane retired from Rosepatch Label. She was a lifetime member of St. James Lutheran Church, 2040 Oakwood Ave NE, Grand...

JoAnn Rogers, aged 75, walked into the arms of Jesus on September 11, 2018. She was preceded in death by her mother, Gladys Kukawski, father Joseph Kukawski, and sister Judi Morgan. JoAnn is survived by her son, Timothy J. Rogers, partner Barb Lash, grandson Tristan Jade Rogers, several nieces, nephews and cousins. Special thanks to her angel Rosie Sienkiel. JoAnn (JoMama) (JoJo) was a cab driver for many years. Also loved her bingo and casinos. There will be a Memorial Service officiated...

Beckham Rube Rogers, aged 21, passed away. Further information will be posted at a later date.

Henry “Leroy” Johnson, aged 80, passed away Saturday, September, 8, 2018. He was preceded in death by daughter Carolyn Guyton, son, Ronald Johnson; daughter Toni Belcher; and brother Odis. He is survived by his loving wife, Doris; six daughters Anita Beckley, Deborah Jarrett (Cedrix), Robin Hughes, Marsha Johnson, Deana Love, Jamie Shine; six sons Greg Beckley (Danielle), Isaazell Guyton, Dennis Mondine, Eric Mondine, Henry Carter, Sherman Gillespie; a host of grandchildren,...

Julie A. Caris (Joldersma) passed away peacefully on September 6, 2018 after a long battle with cancer. She was a proud Northview and Michigan State University graduate and was an active member of her church. In her pursuit of life-long learning, Julie loved to spend time reading, gardening, and traveling. She was preceded in death by her parents Arthur and Cecile Joldersma. Julie is survived by her husband Dan, and is lovingly remembered by her daughter Christina Mulford, her brother...