Wayland, MI Obituaries

Jacqueline “Jackie” Marie Schroeder, age 79, passed away Wednesday, November 26, 2025. Jackie enjoyed spending time outdoors, watching nature go by, fishing, and spending quality time with her frien...

Craig Allison Irwin, age 79, passed away at his home in Wayland, MI while surrounded by his loved ones. If you knew Craig, you knew he was absolutely young at heart…always. He was the hardest worker...

Joyce Arlene De Haan passed away on November 12, 2025. She was born on May 11, 1934, to George and Mabel Morey in Holland. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Richard, whom ...

Ward “Bud” Haner Jr. passed away peacefully on November 10, 2025. He was born on October 12, 1946, and proudly served in the United States Navy, where he was stationed on three different ships during ...

Terrie (“T”) Lynn Belka, age 79 of Blackduck, MN, died Wednesday, October 29, 2025 under hospice care at her home, surrounded by her loved ones. A visitation will be held from 4:30-6:30 p.m. Thursda...

Wade J. Greenawalt, age 80, passed away on Thursday, October 30, 2025 in Wayland, Michigan. Wade is survived by his siblings Lee Greenawalt, Rex (Gloria) Greenawalt, and Roxie Muczynski. He is precede...

James Jacob Van Dyke Sr., beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully October 25, 2025, surrounded by family. Jim was born July 6, 1939 to Peter and Margaret Va...

Roger Neal Sikkema, affectionately known as "Rog," a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and man of God, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Saturday, October 25, 2025. He was ...

Elizabeth (Liz) Vander Linden, our dear mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend went to be with her Lord and Savior Wednesday, October 22, 2025. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jo...

Richard James “Justin” Beukema, age 83, entered in the arms of his Lord and Savior on Tuesday, October 21, 2025. He leaves behind his wife of 64 years, Maxine Beukema; children Darl Beukema, Melinda (...

It is with deep sorrow that the family of Bryce Everett Olson shares his passing on Saturday, October 18, 2025 in Byron Center, Michigan. He was preceded in death by his wife, Margaret Anne Olson. Bry...

Jean Vander Veen, age 93, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Friday, October 17, 2025. Jean was a hard worker and enjoyed working at the family farm and raising, feeding, and tending to their...

Ruth Virginia Perry, three weeks shy of her 100th birthday, passed away in the early hours of October 16, 2025 at Beacon Hill Apartments in Grand Rapids, Michigan. She was preceded in death by her p...

Donald Robert Marston, age 82, went to be with his Lord Tuesday, October 14, 2025. Don was preceded in death by his sons Donald Marston Jr. and Allen Marston; parents Travis and Ruth Marston; and brot...

Vicki Timmer, age 72 of Shelbyville, went to be with her Lord on Wednesday, October 8, 2025. She was preceded in death by her parents Charles and Irene Edwards and her brother, Chuck Edwards. She wil...

Edward “Ed” Bruce Miner, age 76, went to be with his Lord and Savior October 4, 2025. He is now pain free and resting in the arms of Jesus. Ed was born January 10, 1949, in Plainwell, Michigan, to Ed...

Barbara Ann Lohroff (Ragina), age 87, passed away on September 28, 2025. She was born in Hart, Michigan, in 1938. She enjoyed 68 wonderful years of marriage with “Stormin’ Norman,” who preceded her i...

Wanetta Czarnecki, age 77, went to be with her Lord Thursday, September 11, 2025. She was preceded in death by her husband of 40 years, Jerald Czarnecki Sr.; parents Ralph and Alice Schelling; sisters...

On August 31, 2025 a piece of our hearts, along with the soul of Ronald "Ron" Garvon, went to his heavenly home. Ron was born in Chase, Michigan on August 10,1961 to Betty and Walter Garvon. Ron was d...

Gary Duane Scheib, age 73, passed away at his home in Wayland Monday, September 1, 2025. Gary was a true fan of all things Elvis! He loved his music and would even do impersonations, often unprompted,...

Kenneth Dale Pasma, age 79, went to be with his Lord Wednesday, August 27, 2025. Ken was preceded in death by his parents and his wife’s parents as well as many brothers and sisters-in-law. He will be...

Pamela Mary (Higgins) Centilli, a radiant soul whose zest for life was matched only by her love for family, passed away peacefully August 17, 2025, surrounded by her loved ones. She was 81 years old. ...

Caroline Clarice (Grasinski) Matecki joined her Heavenly Father August 14, 2025 with her children Ed and Pat Matecki, and her daughter, Helene Matecki, by her side. Caroline was preceded in death by E...

Sandra "Sandy" Bouwman, age 82, passed away Thursday, August 14, 2025. She was preceded in death by her sisters Bev (John) Cronin and Betty Jean Claypool; and parents Charles and Emily Babylon. She is...

Lois Ann Whittredge, age 92, passed into the hands of the Lord Wednesday, August 6, 2025. She was born to Roy and Maggie (Landrum) White August 6, 1933. Lois is preceded in death by her husband, Bill ...

Norman “Norm” Francis Bailey, age 88, passed away at his home in Plainwell, MI. Norm loved spending time outdoors, whether hunting, fishing, boating, or golfing, he rarely sat still. Norm also enjoyed...

Donald A. Sevigny, age 88, passed away on July 18, 2025 peacefully at his home in Wayland, Michigan, with loved ones by his side. Born September 5, 1936 in Detroit, he relocated to Wayland in his yout...

Castrenze “Steve” Amato went home to be with his Lord and Savior Tuesday, July 15, 2025. He was born November 11, 1940 in Alcamo, Sicily, Italy, to Antonino and Caterina (Manno) Amato. He was preceded...

Randall S. Post entered into the presence of his Lord and Savior Monday, July 14, 2025. He is lovingly remembered by his wife, Audrey Post; daughters Sherry (Nate) VanVugt and Tina (Kirk) Burns; and s...

Maynard Leroy Brenner, age 82, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and proud veteran who served our nation with unwavering dedication, passed away July 4, 2025, leaving a last...

Amy L. Syers, age 62 of Wayland, went to be with her Lord and Savior Tuesday, June 17, 2025. Amy was born on September 28, 1962, in Grand Rapids to Robert and Linda Force. On April 23, 1983, she marri...

Raymond “Ray” Bronkhorst, age 86, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Thursday, June 12, 2025, while surrounded by family. Ray loved spending time outdoors in God’s creation, from hobby farmin...

Thomas “Tom” Eugene Vincent, age 81, passed away Wednesday, June 4, 2025. Tom was an avid birdwatcher; his dream was to eventually travel to Florida to spot the Painted Bunting. He loved watching th...

Donald Smith, age 80 of Dorr / Wayland, passed away peacefully Tuesday, June 3, 2025. He was preceded in death by his parents Harris and Neoma Smith; brother, Roger Smith; and brothers-in-law Ron DeYo...

Janet Lynn Neuman, age 74, went be with her Lord on Thursday, May 29, 2025. Janet was preceded in death by her parents Kathlyn and Thomas Higgins; brother, James Higgins; brother in-law, Michael Van D...

Wayne E. Lapham, age 73, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, May 26. He leaves behind his wife of 51 years, Patricia Lapham, and son, Daniel Lapham. He was a long time resident of Wayland, and he grad...

Roger Seelye Jr., age 68, passed away peacefully in his sleep May 27, 2025 after a serious illness. Formerly of Marcellus, MI, Roger was preceded in death by parents Roger Sr. and Linda Seelye. Surviv...

Robert Edward Davies, age 77, went to be with his Lord Tuesday, May 20, 2025. He was preceded in death by his brother, Brian Davies and many friends. He will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 34 ...

Norman John Lohroff, age 87, left this world May 18, 2025. He was born June 4, 1937 in Hart, Michigan. He was a devoted husband to Barbara Ann (Googie) for 68 wonderful years; and a loving father to D...

Nona Lee Miller, July 1, 1936 - May 16, 2025. "The definition of a life well lived." Born in Grand Rapid, Michigan July 1, 1936 to George and Freda Corner during one of the hottest summers on record,...

George Leszek Bieganski, age 68, of Shelbyville, Michigan passed away on Wednesday, May 7, 2025. Private family services are being held.

Corey Dale Lake, age 47, died in comfort of his home, surrounded by his family, Tuesday, May 6, 2025. He was preceded in death by his nephew, Parker G. Lake; his Aunt Theresa; grandparents L.G. and S...

Jo Ann Carpenter (Brand), age 66 of Wyoming and formerly of Wayland, received her wings on April 23, 2025. Jo Ann resided in Wyoming. She and her husband were raised in Wayland and married in Wayland ...

Marion Ann Ballard, age 92, went home to be with her Lord and Savior Saturday, April 26, 2025 while surrounded by family. First and foremost, Marion cherished her faith in Jesus and serving her Lord...

Edward Allen “Al” Trutsch, age 87, passed away peacefully Sunday, April 20, 2025. Those who knew Al understand the significance of his passing on Easter Sunday, as he was a man of unshakeable faith in...

Tamara “Tamie” Lynn Parfait-Sevigny, age 70, passed away Tuesday, April 15, 2025. Tamie loved to travel around the United States, visiting almost every state. She was an avid bowler, which also added ...

Phillip Edward Nickels Sr., age 77, went to be with his Lord Thursday, April 10, 2025. He was preceded in death by his father, Edward Nickels; mother, Barbara Nickels; brother, Dennis (Carol) Nickels....

Duane Jon Haywood ("Woody"), age 73, passed away unexpectedly Thursday, April 3, 2025 at his home in Wayland, Michigan. He was born December 22, 1951 to Leon and Esther Haywood and grew up with his si...

Judith “Judy” Ann Becker, age 85, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Tuesday, March 11, 2025. She was preceded in death by her husband of 65 years, Vernon Becker; son, Steven Becker; and her ...

Larry Amborski, age 90 of Wayland, passed away peacefully at Alamo Cove Tuesday, March 18, 2025. He was preceded in death by his wife of 66 years, Hannah; parents Mike and Rose Amborski; siblings Marg...