Byron Center, MI Obituaries

Victor John Caines Jr. passed on August 19, 2026, at the age of 84. Victor was born on May 10, 1942, and was a resident of Byron Center, Michigan.

Thomas "Tom" Avery Van Zoeren, born December 15, 1953, went to be with his Lord and Savior on August 17, 2026, after a short battle with cancer. He passed at home with his loved ones by his side. He...

Charles Francis Hoffman, 66, passed away August 17, 2026. He is survived by his beloved wife of nearly 30 years, Pamela Hoffman; sons Justin (Jalayne) Ladd, Christopher Ladd; grandsons Jax and Vance. ...

Tim Lee Beckwith passed away unexpectedly on Friday, August 14, 2026. He loved the Lord, and his source of happiness was his family. He loved to cruise with his wife, go fishing, and volunteer at his ...

Dace Dzilums Nichols, 79, of Byron Center, Michigan passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on August 11, 2026. Dace was born on August 14, 1946, in Jönköping, Sweden to Valija Marija (...

Robert Richard Rosendall, age 58, passed away at home on Monday, August 10, 2026. Rob could fill a room with his bigger than life personality and his laughter which brought a smile to anyone in the ...

Sally Jo Van Meurs, age 68 of Grand Rapids, went to be with her Lord and Savior, leaving behind a beautiful legacy of faith, family, love and strength. She was a devoted Christian woman whose relat...

Sherry Darline Papa, age 77, passed away Monday, August 10, 2026. She was preceded in death by mother, Rose Bush; father, Wardell Bush; son, Kelly Papa; several aunts, uncles, and cousins. She is su...

Mrs. Betty J. Austhof, age 88, of Byron Center, went to be with her Lord on August 7, 2026. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Everett Austhof; son-in-law, John DeHaan III; and family me...

Barbara Lynn Sikkema, age 73, went to be with her Lord and Savior Tuesday, August 4, 2026. She was preceded in death by her parents Cyril and Ethel Sikkema, and nephew, Chris Buiter. She will be lo...

Richard Popma, age 67, passed away on Tuesday, August 4, 2026, as the result of injuries sustained in an automobile accident. Richard was preceded in death by Donna and Donald Popma, Renee Al-Eisa, an...

Craig L. Heald, age 73 of Freeport, Michigan, passed away on August 4, 2026. Craig was born on August 20, 1952, in Grand Rapids, Michigan to Kay (Pierson) Heald and Richard “Dick” Heald. He grew up ...

Ronald A. Bockheim, age 90, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Monday, August 3, 2026. Ron enjoyed spending time puttering around his barns, gardening, reading, watching Wheel of Fortune an...

Louise Brummel Zeeff was released from this world on Sunday, August 2, 2026. One month short of her 100th birthday, she has now begun living eternally with her Savior, Jesus. Louise was one of six ch...

On Sunday, August 2, 2026, Gerald (Jerry) Lynn Tobin was called home by his Lord and Savior, surrounded in love by family. Jerry, known to many friends as "JT," was born on March 18, 1953 and raised ...

Dorana Andringa, age 95 of Grand Rapids, went to be with the Lord Sunday, July 26, 2026. She was preceded in death by her husband, Dale Andringa and son, Darwin Andringa. She is survived by her chil...

Danny Gene Melville was welcomed into the arms of his Savior on Saturday, July 25, 2026. Dan was born on August 4, 1954, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, to James and Jeanne Melville. From an early age, he...

Mae Schreur, age 95, went to be with her Lord and Savior Thursday, July 23, 2026. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Franklin Stuitje; infant son, Douglas J. Stuitje; son, Douglas Lee S...

John “Jake” Carroll DeKleine, age 88, went to be with his Lord and Savior Tuesday, July 21, 2026. He was preceded in death by his parents Jacob and Mildred DeKleine; great-granddaughters Quinn and T...

WARNER, JOAN MARIE (DYER), age 97, passed away peacefully on Friday, July 17, 2026. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Bob. Born in McBain, Michigan on August 3, 1928, Joan was surround...

Mary Ann Elzinga, age 80 from Byron Center, met her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ with a sound mind and healed body, after a long struggle with Alzheimer’s, on Thursday, July 16, 2026. As a dedicated b...

Roger Allen Manshaem, age 68, went to be with his Lord Tuesday, July 14, 2026. He was preceded in death by his parents Frank and Betty Manshaem. He will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 23 year...

James G. Oostdyk, age 84, went to be with his Lord, Monday, July 13, 2026. James (Jim) loved Jesus and was a faithful servant. He is remembered for his amazing kindness, grace, and generosity. He h...

Our dear wife, sister, aunt, and friend, Carol Lambeck, passed away early in the morning of July 8, 2026, and is in the presence of her Lord and Savior. She was preceded in death by her parents Marl...

Muriel L. Meindertsma, age 95 of Byron Center, was born July 4, 1930 to John and Anna Warner. She went to be with her Lord and Savior Sunday, June 28, 2026. She is survived by children Kathy (Len) ...

Mardine Helen Ploss passed on June 26, 2026, at the age of 88. Born March 2, 1938, Mardine Helen Ploss was a resident of Byron Center, Michigan.

Tony Arthur Jones, age 57, passed away suddenly on June 22, 2026. Tony was the son of the late Rodney Jones and Marilyn (Rewa) Jones. He was married to Tammy (DeBoer) Jones. Tony was the sole propri...

Herbert John Steigenga passed away June 20, 2026. He is preceded in death by wife, Joyce; daughter, Beverly Wilmes; son-in-law, Stan Null; brother, Gordon Steigenga; sister, Alvina and her husband, Ro...

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Richard Nawrocki, age 83, on Thursday, June 18, 2026. Richard was preceded in death by his wife, Donna Nawrocki; parents Leo and Stella Nawrocki...

Carol Lynn (Turner) Hoezee, age 83, passed away, surrounded by the love of her family. A lifelong resident of the Grand Rapids area, Carol built a life centered on family, love, and creating cherish...

Anne Marie Johnson (Barrett), age 72, was born on July 25, 1953, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, to Ralph and Louise Barrett. She spent much of her life in Hastings, Michigan, before moving to Byron Center...

Mary Lou Christian, age 86 of Byron Center, passed into her heavenly home on Tuesday, June 16, 2026. She was born and raised in Worthington, Minnesota, the second child of John and Theresa Teerink, ...

Tom Delor, age 83, went to be with his Lord on Friday, June 12, 2026. He was preceded in death by his parents and six siblings. He is survived by his wife of 34 years, Rosie Delor; children Tracy (Tom...

Linda Joyce Bedard, age 79, went to be with her Lord on Tuesday, June 2, 2026. Linda was preceded in death by her parents Daniel Fetters and Gertrude Nelsena Tideman. She will be remembered by her h...

It is with profound sadness and deep respect that we announce the passing of Lawrence "Larry" Mesbergen, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, great-great-grandfather and friend...

Mary Patricia Abel of Byron Center, 94, passed away peacefully on May 28, 2026. Mary was a loving wife of 72 years to Gordon, whom she married in 1953. She was a devoted mother of five children and m...

Robert (Bob) J. Bos, age 81 of Wayland, Michigan, entered eternal rest on Thursday, May 28, 2026. He was born and raised in Wyoming, Michigan. He married the love of his life, Joan, in 1968, and they ...

Douglas “Doug” Sheldon Hanlon, age 83, was born on August 31, 1942, and passed peacefully from this world on May 26, 2026. Doug married the love of his life, Judith Ann Sousley, in November 1964, beg...

Dave Robertson passed away peacefully, in his recliner at home, on Wednesday, May 27, 2026, with a blanket, a cup of coffee, and his dog, Zach, on his lap. He graduated from Western High School in Ko...

Sadie Nederveld, age 96, went to be with her Lord and Savior Monday, May 25, 2026. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ron Nederveld. She is survived by her children Cindy (Howard) Lippenga, Cra...

Joan Ellen (Bronsink) Brock of Byron Center, MI, born April 2, 1954, went home to be with Jesus on May 23, 2026 after a courageous battle with acute myeloid leukemia. She was preceded in death by her...

Betty Kay Baker (Reminga), age 87, went to be with her Lord and Savior Wednesday, May 20, 2026. Betty was a very special lady and easy to love. She carried herself with remarkable calm, gracefully ra...

Linda Joann Ferner, age 73, went to be with her Lord on Wednesday, May 20, 2026. Linda was preceded in death by her parents Edward and Josephine Ferner; nephew, Richard VanHetHekke; and great-nephew,...

Debra Jane Grimes, age 75, went to be with her Lord on Sunday, May 17, 2026. Debra was preceded in death by her husband, Francis L. “Skip” Grimes; parents Karl and Ethel Schlanderer; siblings Madely...

Juanita Ferrell Thornton (Rooper), age 91 of Jenison, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Tuesday, May 19, 2026. Juanita was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Thornton and parents Dewey a...

Marilyn Ewers Parks passed on May 19, 2026, at the age of 94, having been born on December 23, 1931, and residing in Byron Center, Michigan.

Charles Myron (Chuck) Coulson Jr., of Byron Center, age 89, went to be with his Lord and Savior on May 18, 2026. A proud New Jersey native, Chuck was born and raised in Jersey City; the only son of ...

James “Jim” Keith Gilbert, age 85 of Hastings, passed away peacefully at his home on May 13, 2026. Born July 10, 1940, in Byron Center, Michigan, Jim lived a life marked by service, devotion, and love...

Linda went to Heaven on her 87th birthday 5/15/2026. Linda was a pillar of faith, she loved her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, and her family. Throughout her life, she loved going to her Bible stud...

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Roberta Brown, age 82, of Lafayette, Indiana. Roberta, affectionately known as Bobbie, passed away on May 13, 2026, in Grand Rapids, Michigan. ...