Obituaries

Winifred Ann "Winnie" Wallace

Winifred Ann "Winnie" Wallace

May 4, 2022

   Winifred Ann Wallace, age 87, of Pensacola, FL, formerly of Maple Rapids, MI passed away Wednesday, May 4, 2022, at her home.

   Funeral Services will be held at Smith Family Funeral Homes - Osgood Chapel, St. Johns, MI, on Tuesday, May 10, 2022, at 2:00 P.M.  Burial will take place at Sowle Cemetery, Essex Twp, MI.  Visitation...

John William "Poppa" Hoogewind

John William "Poppa" Hoogewind

May 2, 2022

     John William "Poppa" Hoogewind, age 71, of St. Johns, MI, passed away Monday, May 2, 2022, at his home with his family by his side.

     John was born in Grand Rapids, Michigan on January 15, 1951, the son of John and Nellie (Dykstra) Hoogewind.  He served his country in the United States Army during the Vietnam War.  On...

Gladys M. (Witgen) Rice

Gladys M. (Witgen) Rice

Apr 30, 2022

     Gladys M. Rice, age 84, of Maple Rapids, MI, passed away Saturday, April 30, 2022, at her home.

     A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Joseph Catholic Church, St. Johns, MI, at 11:00 A.M. on Saturday, May 7, 2022, with Rev. Fr. Michael Williams officiating.  Burial will take place at Mt. Rest Cemetery, St....

Dora Mae Linman

Dora Mae Linman

Apr 23, 2022

     Dora Mae Linman, age 90, of St. Johns, Michigan, passed away Saturday, April 23, 2022, at her home. 

     Funeral Services will be held at Smith Family Funeral Homes, Elsie, Michigan, on Tuesday, April 26, 2022, at 2:00 P.M., with Pastor Kevin Smith officiating. Burial will take place at Riverside Cemetery, Elsie, Michigan. Visitation will be held on...

Jeanette Hazel "Grandma B" Bellingar

Jeanette Hazel "Grandma B" Bellingar

Apr 22, 2022

   Jeanette Hazel “Grandma” Bellingar, age 88, of St. Johns, Michigan, passed away on Friday, April 22, 2022, at her home, with her family by her side.

   A Memorial Gathering will be held on Wednesday, April 27, 2022, from 1-5 P.M. at Columbian Hall in St. Johns, with a service at 1 P.M.

    Jeanette was born in Muir,...

Robert E. "Bobby" McCue

Robert E. "Bobby" McCue

Apr 19, 2022

    Robert E.  McCue, of Laingsburg, died suddenly at home on April 19, 2022 at the age of 59. Robert was born on January 30, 1963  to  Judith  McCue  of  Shepardsville  and  Robert  McCue  of  Virginia. Robert spent his early years in the Virginia area before moving to Shepardsville, a place he called home, he appreciated the country life.

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Joyce I. Somers

Joyce I. Somers

Apr 16, 2022

     Joyce I. Somers, age 89, peacefully passed away early Saturday morning, on April 16, 2022, at her residence in Bingham Farms, MI.   

     She was born on February 19, 1933, in Chapin Twp., Michigan, the daughter of Orvil and Edith (Howard) Criner.  On August 21, 1949, Joyce married George E. Somers in Chapin, Michigan and they celebrated almost 65...

Dale Warren Coffman

Dale Warren Coffman

Apr 16, 2022

    Dale Warren Coffman, age 78, of St. Johns, MI, passed away Saturday, April 16, 2022, after a brief period of hospice care at home.

     A Private Burial will be held at South Bingham Township Cemetery, Bingham Township, Michigan.  

     Dale was born in St. Johns, Michigan, on August 3, 1943 the son of Warren and Emma Ione...

Alphonse Benedict Thelen

Alphonse Benedict Thelen

Apr 15, 2022

     Alphonse Thelen, a big-hearted man, lifelong farmer and engaging card player, passed away peacefully on April 15, 2022, surrounded by his family who cherish the memories and countless examples of selflessness.

     Alphonse was born May 18, 1929, on a farm two miles north of Fowler, MI, the 3rd of six children raised by Andrew and Leona Thelen....

Norbert John "Bud" Laskosky, Jr.

Norbert John "Bud" Laskosky, Jr.

Apr 9, 2022

      Norbert John "Bud" Laskosky, Jr., age 79, of St. Louis, MI, passed away Saturday, April 9, 2022, at his home with his family by his side.

     Cremation will take place and a celebration of life will be held at a later date.

     Norbert was born in Lansing, Michigan on August 28, 1942, the son of...

Pamela Marie Delo

Pamela Marie Delo

Apr 2, 2022

Pamela Marie Delo, age 58, of Alma, MI, passed away Saturday, April 2, 2022, at MyMichigan Medical Center - Midland, Michigan. 

     The family will gather for procession to the cemetery at Smith Family Funeral Homes, Ithaca, Michigan at 10:30 AM on Tuesday, April 5, 2022.  Burial will take place at Chapel Gardens Cemetery in Elwell, Michigan.  Visitation will...

Robert  Jay “Bob” Ferrall

Robert Jay “Bob” Ferrall

Apr 2, 2022

    Robert Jay "Bob" Ferrall, age 90, of Elsie, MI, entered into his Master's arms Saturday, April 2, 2022, at Sparrow Hospital, Lansing, MI, surrounded by the love of his family.

     Funeral Services will be held at Smith Family Funeral Homes Elsie, MI, at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday, April 7, 2022, with Rev. Keith Whipple officiating. Burial will...

Danielle Rene (Gilles) Fulghum

Danielle Rene (Gilles) Fulghum

Apr 1, 2022

     Danielle Rene Fulghum, age 46, of Ithaca, MI, passed away Friday, April 1, 2022, at her home.      A Memorial Service will be held at Smith Family Funeral Homes Ithaca, MI, at 11:00 A.M. on Wednesday, April 6, 2022,  with Pastor Doug Strait officiating. Visitation will be held 2-8 P.M. with family present from 2-4 & 6-8...

Lynn J. Heinlen

Lynn J. Heinlen

Apr 1, 2022

  Lynn J Heinlen, age 58, of Allendale, MI passed away Friday, April 1, 2022, at Butterworth Hospital with his family by his side.

    A Celebration of Life will be held at Smith Family Funeral Homes - Osgood Chapel, St. Johns, MI, on Saturday, April 16, 2022, at 2:00 P.M. with Sue Lazell officiating.  Burial and military honors will...

Jacob Ray Mason

Jacob Ray Mason

Mar 31, 2022

 

    Jacob Ray Mason, age 30, of St. Johns, MI, passed away on Thursday, March 31, 2022.

    A Private Burial will be held on Monday, April 4, 2022 at Marion Township Cemetery.  A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, April 23, 2022, at 2:00 P.M. at East Washington United Brethren Church in Ashley, MI.

    Jacob was...

Rick Allen Moore

Rick Allen Moore

Mar 27, 2022

     Rick Allen Moore, age 75, of Elsie, MI, passed away Sunday, March 27, 2022, at Hazel I. Findlay Country Manor, St. Johns, MI.

     A Graveside Service will be held at Riverside Cemetery, Elsie, MI, at 11:00 A.M. on Friday, May 13, 2022, with Pastor Zella Daniel officiating.

     Rick was born in Ovid, Michigan on November...

Paula Rae (Chess) Vanderstow

Paula Rae (Chess) Vanderstow

Mar 26, 2022

      Paula Rae Chess Vanderstow, age 93, of St. Johns, MI, passed away on Saturday, March 26, 2022, at Grace Haven Assisted Living, St. Johns, Michigan.

      Paula was born in Lake City, Michigan on February 2, 1929, the daughter of Thomas R. and Blanche E. (Smith) Chess.  Paula Rae Chess married Harry A. Vanderstow, Jr. on November 23, 1945,...

Charles Eugene "Charlie" Robinson

Charles Eugene "Charlie" Robinson

Mar 25, 2022

     Charles Eugene "Charlie" Robinson, age 71, of St. Johns, Michigan formerly of Elsie passed away peacefully on Friday, March 25, 2022, at Hazel I. Findlay Country Manor, St. Johns, Michigan. 

     Funeral Services will be held at Smith Family Funeral Homes - Osgood Chapel, St. Johns, MI, at 2:00 P.M. on Sunday, March 27, 2022, with Mrs. Kathleen...

Richard James "Rich" Gilbert

Richard James "Rich" Gilbert

Mar 24, 2022

     Richard James Gilbert, age 76, of North Star, MI, passed away Thursday, March 24, 2022, at MyMichigan Medical Center, Alma, MI.

     Funeral Services will be held at Smith Family Funeral Homes Ithaca, MI, at 1:00 P.M. on Thursday, March 31, 2022, with his family officiating. Burial will take place at North Star Cemetery, North Star, MI.  Visitation will...

Pamela Marie (Myers) Petery

Pamela Marie (Myers) Petery

Mar 22, 2022

    Pamela Marie Petery, age 61, of Ithaca, MI, passed away Tuesday, March 22, 2022, at MyMichigan Medical Center - Gratiot, Alma.

     A Celebration of Life will be held on Monday, March 28, 2022, from 2-6 P.M. at Emerson Township Hall, 2976 North Baldwin Road, Ithaca, Michigan 48847.

     Pamela was born in Alma, Michigan on October 31,...