Byron Center, MI Obituaries

Linda Louise Handlogten passed on May 15, 2026, at the age of 87. Born May 15, 1939, Linda lived in Byron Center, Michigan.

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. ...

Catherine Valerie Kooman, age 62, went to be with her Lord on Thursday, May 14, 2026. Catherine was preceded in death by her parents Ronald and Dolores Pichlik and her brother, Ronald S. Pichlik. Sh...

Kathleen Eriksen passed away on May 11, 2026, at the age of 82. Born on August 12, 1943, Kathleen was a resident of Byron Center, Michigan.

Douglas Brian Barrigear passed on May 8, 2026, at the age of 61, born October 4, 1964, and was a resident of Lyons, Michigan.

Thomas N. Oddy, age 76 of Byron Center, passed away April 29, 2026. He was preceded by his parents Josephine (Dombkowski) Oddy and Angus “Mac” Oddy; sister, Vicky Oddy; sister-in-law, Lisa Oddy. He...

Donald Zuverink, age 87 of Byron Center, went to be with the Lord Sunday, May 10, 2026. He was preceded in death by his parents John and Sena Zuverink; wife of 61 years, Yvonne; nine siblings; son-in-...

Daniel John Holtrop passed away peacefully at home in Middleville, Michigan on the morning of Saturday, May 9, 2026, surrounded by the family he loved so dearly. He was 58 years old. Dan was born on ...

Known as “The Deer Whisperer” at her home in Georgetown, Texas; Amateur Radio Operator K5BSG; U. S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Officer; “The Story Book Lady” at Children’s Network preschools (Austin and Ro...

Donna Mae Brower, age 88, went to her eternal home in Heaven, where she was joyfully welcomed into the presence of her Lord and Savior, who had prepared a place for her. Donna was richly blessed in t...

Charlene Lorraine Maynard passed on May 1, 2026, at the age of 75. Born on July 18, 1950, Charlene was a resident of Byron Center, Michigan.

Jerry Alan Johnson, age 80, went home to be with his Savior on April 25, 2026. Born on May 14, 1945, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, he was the son of Lyle and Ruth (Kruis) Johnson. Jerry was a proud busi...

Betty Roys, age 84 of Byron Center, Michigan, passed away on April 13, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family. Betty was born on January 10, 1942, to Ellen and John Waters, proud Irish immigrants...

Delores “Dee” Mae Wassink, age 87, went to be with her Lord and Savior Wednesday, April 8, 2026. Dee will be lovingly missed by her husband of 66 years, Leon “Lee” Wassink; children Brent (Glenda) W...

Sharon Lee Stephens (Visser), beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 4, 2026. She was born on December 23, 1941 in Grand Rapids to...

Alan James Schut, age 75 of Orangeville, passed away on Saturday, April 4, 2026 in his home. He will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 56 years, Patricia Schut; children April (Todd) Kamphuis, Emm...

Ruth E. Hineline, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Friday, April 3, 2026. She was preceded in death by her husband, Gerald Hineline; four sisters and two brothers. She is survived by two siste...

Ronald H. Mossel, age 88 of Big Rapids, formerly of Byron Center, passed away March 24, 2026. He will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 61 years, Winona; their children Kimberly Mossel and Jeff ...

Kenneth Gregory Bemke was born in Detroit, Michigan on May 25, 1937, and passed in the early hours of March 24, 2026. He is preceded in death by his wife of 53 years, Carole Sue, in 2016; father, Jo...

Jerry Lee Wolters, age 78 of Byron Center, passed away peacefully at his home on Friday, March 20, 2026. Surrounded by the family he adored, Jerry completed a long and courageous battle with cancer—a ...

Jayne Ellen Flynn passed away on March 19, 2026, at the age of 71. She was born on January 2, 1955, and was a resident of Dorr, Michigan.

Having lived a long life of faith, Betty Jane Selvius’ life journey ended at age 91 on March 16. Betty was born to Helen and Theodore Engelsma on the family farm April 29, 1934 in East Martin, Michig...

Fannie Timmer, age 100, went home to be with her Lord Friday, March 13, 2026. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 71 years, Gerrit Timmer. She is lovingly remembered by her children...

Gerard “Jerry” Diorio, age 64, went to be with his Lord Wednesday, March 11, 2026. Jerry was preceded in death by his parents William Diorio and Mary “Tedde” Diorio; and siblings William Diorio, Lo...

Ronald L. Smith, born in Grand Rapids, MI April 19, 1936, went to be with Jesus and his dear loving wife Marilyn just over a month shy of his 90th birthday on Wednesday, March 11, 2026. He was born t...

Marie Stein was the heart of our family. A proud homemaker and a truly fabulous mother. Marie’s life was defined by the simple, beautiful things she loved most: her family, country music, baking, a go...

Sandra Nadean Dahlberg passed away on March 4, 2026, at the age of 81. Born on January 14, 1945, Sandra was a resident of Grandville, Michigan.

Thelma Snoeyink, age 98, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Thursday, February 19, 2026. She was preceded in death by her husband, Calvin Snoeyink; parents Joe and Marie Slagter; brothers John (El...

Orville “Orv” Boerman, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and man of unwavering faith, passed away peacefully in his sleep February 14, 2026. On Valentine’s Day, he was reunited with his beloved ...

Charles Van Solkema, age 98, went home to be with his Lord Friday, February 13, 2026. Charles was preceded in death by his wife, Doris Van Solkema; son, Gerald Van Solkema; and parents Edward and Doro...

Abigail Lynn Goldsmith, of Byron Center, Michigan, passed away Thursday, February 12, 2026. She was preceded in death by her father, Tim Goldsmith; brother, Christopher Goldsmith; grandparents Fred H...

Carmen A. Young went to be with her Lord Tuesday, February 10, 2026. Carmen was preceded in death by her husband, Richard Bernard Young Sr.; son, Richard Young; parents Leo and Theresa Homrich; sibl...

Johanna “Jo” V. Van Vuuren (Van Zanten) 5/5/46-2/6/26 She is survived by Loren Van Vuuren, to whom she was married for 33 years; children Laura (Lon) Meerman and Mark (Sandra) Van Vuuren; sisters Els...

Max Peter Bauer, age 82, went to be with his Lord Saturday, January 31, 2026. He was preceded in death by his parents Art and Rose Sernatinger; and sister, Helen Violett. He will be lovingly rememb...

Alice Charlotte Elizabeth Stout was born in 1930, at home, in Grand Rapids, Michigan to Lydia Melinda Wieck and Walter Chas Wieck. The eight siblings grew up spending summers at their cottage at Lon...

Celia Kempke, age 99 of Byron Center, MI, passed away Thursday, January 22, 2026. She is survived by her children Stanley Jr. (Susan) Kempke, Allen (Jacquelyn) Kempke, and Cathy (Mark) Pierce. Celia ...

Ronald “Ron” Lee Johnson, age 89, went home to be with his Savior, while surrounded by his family, on Monday, January 19, 2026 in Byron Center. Ron loved the Lord, loved his family and loved humor....

Mildred “Millie” (Veitch) Carlson passed away peacefully January 18, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family. Millie was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She was married...

With hearts full of love and gratitude, we announce the passing of Richard Lee Tuinstra, age 77, a devoted Christian man whose life was marked by faith, humility, and unwavering devotion to his family...

Jonathan Kueppers of Byron Center, age 63, went to be with his Lord and Savior Saturday, January 10, 2026. He was born July 13, 1962 in Sturgis, MI. He is preceded in death by his father, Kenneth Kuep...

Dolores Joanne Davey, age 94, passed away January 5, 2026. She was preceded in death by her parents Richard and Edna Sandys, her brother Richard B. Sandys, sisters-in-law Zena Sandys and Janice Sandy...

Theodore “Terry” Pals, age 65, went to be with his Lord on Saturday, January 3, 2026. Terry, deeply loved by his family, was preceded in death by his father, Paul Emery Pals. He will be remembered by ...

Elvin Robert DeWitt, 1926-2026, formerly of Three Rivers, Michigan, went home to be with his Savior, Jesus Christ, on January 2, 2026 at Faith Hospice - Trillium Woods in Byron Center, Michigan. Born...

Geraldine Ruth VanderBei, age 94 of Wyoming, went to her heavenly home to be with Jesus, her Lord and Savior. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Frederick Kreuzer; second husband, Roger V...

Paula Franklin passed away on December 27, 2025, at the age of 76. She was a resident of Hudsonville, Michigan. Paula was born on June 30, 1949.

Blanche Dykstra, 104, of Byron Center, went to be with her Lord and Savior Wednesday, December 24, 2025. She was preceded in death by her husband, Andrew; daughter-in-law, Mary Dykstra; and her four s...

Lola Diane Carpenter, of Byron Center, Michigan passed away at the age of 85 on Tuesday, December 23. Mom was a person who loved to sing and could be heard humming as she approached. She enjoyed being...

Leonard Harmon Blossom III, aged 73, passed away on December 21, 2025. He was born on February 8, 1952. Leonard was a resident of Wyoming, Michigan.

Douwe "Dick" Algera, age 91, went to be with his Lord and Savior Saturday, December 20, 2025. He was preceded in death by his parents Ulbe and Trijntje Algera; brother, Carolus Algera; and brother-in-...

Laura Lynn Jordan, age 65, passed away Saturday, December 13, 2025, surrounded by love. She was preceded in death by her mother, Diane Cooper, and stepfather, Orville Cooper. Laura will be lovingly m...