Wayland, MI Obituaries

Daniel J. Chrisman, age 47 of Bradley, Michigan, passed away Friday, February 13, 2026. Daniel was born March 12, 1978 in Plainwell, Michigan to Susan and Terry Chrisman Sr. He made his home in Bradle...

Glenda Schwartz, age 82, went to be with her Lord and Savior while at home, surrounded by her loving family. She was preceded in death by her husband, Harley Gene Schwartz Sr.; parents James and Beu...

Troy David Brendemihl, age 51, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, February 6, 2026, while surrounded by his family and friends. Troy had a caring and kind heart for others – he loved preparing and co...

Lorraine Steines, age 97 of Wayland, Michigan, peacefully slipped into the loving arms of our Lord Thursday evening, February 5, 2026. Lorraine was born October 23, 1928 on a farm in Gobles, Michigan...

Darryl Jay Baker, age 64, went to be with his Lord February 3, 2026. He was preceded in death by his parents Fred and Retha Baker; brother, Danny Baker; nephew, David Baker. He will be lovingly reme...

Gail Shoemaker, age 64, passed away on Monday, January 5, 2026. She was preceded in death by her parents Rose and Ken Navis; daughter, Vanessa Miller; father, Felix Miller; brothers Tim Danowski, Feli...

Rochelle Lee Roe, age 87, passed away peacefully on January 20, 2026. Born on April 4, 1938, in Plainwell, Michigan, to Paul and Virginia Brocker, Rochelle lived a life marked by dedication, faith, an...

It is with profound love and deep sorrow we announce the passing of Helen Darlene Rac, who went home peacefully January 19, 2026, at the age of 91. She was preceded in death by her parents Lester and ...

Patricia "Pat" A. Guldenzoph (Krup), a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and devout Catholic, passed away on Monday, January 12, 2026 at the age of 72. She spent her life serving others through faith,...

Mary Lou (Gilden) Multer Hooker, age 93 of Wayland, passed away Tuesday, January 13, 2026. She was born November 7, 1932, to Florence (Pfeifer) Gilden and Albert Gilden at home on the family farm near...

George Parlmer, age 95, went to be with our Lord Wednesday, January 7, 2026. He was preceded in death by his wife, Ellen Rose Parlmer; son, George Parlmer; sisters Luella Rasho, Mary Beth Rasho; broth...

Daniel Ray Postma, age 72 of Wayland, passed peacefully into the arms of his heavenly father Wednesday, December 24, 2025, with his devoted wife by his side. He was born December 27, 1952 to Almer and...

Antoinette Marie McLeod passed away on December 23, 2025, at the age of 85. Born on February 29, 1940, Antoinette resided in Hopkins, Michigan.

Gordon Hugh Wyllie, born on May 30, 1931, passed away on December 9, 2025, at the age of 94. He was a resident of Wayland, Michigan.

Loretta "Lori" Agnes Vander Stelt, age 82, went to be with her Lord on Tuesday, December 2, 2025. Though her life held its share of complications and hardships, she found deep comfort in her close wal...

Agnes Lorraine Chlebana, age 101, passed away peacefully on November 29, 2025. Per her wishes, cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held at 12 p.m. Saturday, December 20, 2025 at Mar...

Kenneth “Ken” L. Brinks, born June 29, 1945 was a devoted husband, loving father, cherished grandfather, adored brother and uncle. He lived his life by example, remaining humble and steadfast in his f...

Suzanne M. (Herb, Bedford) Hendrixson, age 90 of Wayland, entered eternal rest on Thursday, November 27, 2025, surrounded by the love and presence of her family. Born on September 8, 1935, to Helen I....

Pete Stull, age 93, passed away in Jenison, Michigan November 29, 2025. He was born March 17, 1932 in Kentucky. He began his military career in 1955 and married Sylvia Tobicash in 1963. They had three...

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...

David Benedict, age 87, passed away Tuesday, November 25, 2025. He was preceded in death by his wife, Sherry Benedict; son, Tim Benedict; daughter, Faith Benedict. He is survived by his sons James and...

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...