Dorr, MI Obituaries

Bonnie Lou Berghorst, age 79, passed away on Thursday, July 9, 2026. She was preceded in death by her father, Don Chestnut; mother, Janet Perkins; stepfather, Leon Perkins. She is survived by her husb...

In loving memory of Madison Rae Funk Our beloved Madison Rae Funk passed away unexpectedly on July 5, 2026, leaving a profound void in the hearts of all who knew her. Madison was a true bright light;...

Jim Fromer, age 81, went to be with his Lord and Savior Saturday, July 4, 2026. He was preceded in death by his sister, Lillian Summerhill; brother, Lawrence Fromer. He is survived by his wife of 62 y...

Barbara VerStrat/Gilbert, from Dorr, lost her battle with dementia June 27, 2026 at her daughter and son-in-law's home. Born December 18, 1939 in Grand Rapids, MI to parents Christian and Mary Schmi...

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of John Herman Boersma, who peacefully entered eternal rest with his Lord and Savior on Wednesday, June 24, 2026, at the age of 80. John was preceded in dea...

Billy D. Leach passed away, surrounded by his loving family. He is preceded in death by his parents Moody and Marjorie Leach and his daughter-in-law, Kristy Swanson. Survived by his wife of 54 years, ...

Carylon Jean Bileth, age 79, passed away on Wednesday, June 3, 2026. She is survived by her children Daniel Bileth Jr., Cindy (Todd) Kruizenga, Ron Bileth; grandchildren Travis (Carrie) Bileth, Aman...

Juliette “Jules” Yvonne Sloan, age 58 of Shelbyville, Michigan, has entered into her heavenly home as of Friday June 5, 2026. A graduate from Gladwin High School class of 1986, she moved to the Grand ...

Randy Birman, age 70, passed away on Thursday, June 4, 2026. He was preceded in death by his father, Kenneth Birman; brother, Edward Birman. He is survived by his mother, Mary Birman; sisters Tammy (S...

Shirley M. Silvernail, age 90 of Dorr, went to be with the Lord Saturday May 30, 2026. She was preceded by her parents Frank and Edna Chase. She is survived by her children Dan (Pam) Silvernail, She...

Louise Jane (Makarewicz) Kipen of Dorr, age 95, passed away peacefully in her home, surrounded by loved ones, on May 23, 2026. She was preceded in death by her spouse, Adam Richard (Dick) Kipen; pare...

Marybeth Kay Striegle, age 85, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Monday, May 25, 2026. Marybeth had a selfless and inviting personality, always looking for ways to help others. Marybeth lo...

Gina Marie Giannecchini, age 59, went to be with her Lord on Wednesday, May 20, 2026. She was preceded in death by her parents Louis and Arlene Giannecchini. She is survived by her siblings Lorna (Bru...

Gabriel Garcia, age 63, went to be with his Lord on Sunday, May 17, 2026. He was preceded in death by his mother, Elida Rios; siblings Cruz Garcia, Ricardo Garcia; Tia Lupe, Tia Maria; Tio Genaro; nie...

Ben "Benny" James Kirkpatrick, age 66, was the kind of guy who could sit quiet for an hour and then drop one line that had the whole room doubled over. He was fun loving, always down for a good time, ...

On Mother’s Day, Sunday, May 10, 2026, Mary Cornell received the gift none of us are ever ready to speak aloud – the gift of freedom, the end of suffering. Originally from Suttons Bay, Michigan, her...

Wayne Lee O’Connor, age 71, passed away at his home in Wayland on Saturday, May 9, 2026, while surrounded by his family. Wayne had a very strong work ethic. He worked for Country Fresh Dairy for 46 ...

Edmund Richard Huver Sr., age 89, passed away Saturday, April 25, 2026. Edmund enjoyed golfing and spending time with his family. He was a hard worker, always willing to lend a hand, and overall a fri...

Victor D. Brenner passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, April 11, 2026. He was preceded in death by his parents, Alfred and Elizabeth Brenner; brother, Randy Brenner; and many other beloved fami...

Dallyce May Parm passed on April 2, 2026 at the age of 15. She is survived by her mother, Hannah Bowen; stepfather, Kevin Shyne; brothers Brysen, Miles, and Jaden; sisters Anastasia and Gabbi; grandpa...

Horst Heinz Kukulies passed away peacefully at his home in Hopkins, Michigan, on March 17, 2026, at the age of 89. Horst was born in Germany and immigrated to the United States in 1956. Shortly after...

Gerald Lee Napieralski, of Dorr, passed away at the age of 68 on March 17, 2026. Gerald (Jerry) was born in Grand Rapids on June 1, 1957 the 14th of 15 children and youngest son of Florian and Pauline...

After a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer, Sergeant First Class Ronald Stuart Spoors (Retired), known affectionately as Butchie, passed away peacefully at his home on March 3, 2026. Ron was th...

Richard Joseph Adamczyk, age 98 of Hilliards, went to be with his Lord and Savior Tuesday, February 24, 2026. He was preceded in death by his wife, Eileen (Manke) Adamczyk; son, Douglas Adamczyk; par...

Donald H. Hunter, age 93 and a half, of Byron Center, passed away on February 17, 2026, after a short illness, surrounded by his loving family. Don was the youngest of six children born to Clyde and ...

Duane George Klunder, age 89, went to be with his Lord and Savior Thursday, February 12, 2026. Duane was preceded in death by his wife, Barbara Klunder; parents George and Julia Klunder; sisters Arlen...

Stanley Fifelski Jr., age 80 of Wayland, passed away February 6, 2026. He was preceded in death by parents Stanley Sr. and Ann Fifelski; brothers and sister Jerry Lawrence "Larry" and Philip Fifelsk...

Otto “Sonny” Herbert Beard, age 86, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, January 29, 2026. He was preceded in death by his parents Otto and Una Beard; wife of 58 years, Evonna “Bonnie” (Brenner); and...

💕Forever 3💕 On January 23, 2026 Paityn Cruz Rhodes, lost her brave battle with liver cancer. She was born November 8, 2022 and was adopted by Jeff and Amanda Rhodes on February 12, 2024. Since five ...

Ronald Joseph Lenard, age 80 of Ottawa County, went to be with his Lord on January 23, 2026. He was the youngest in his family. He was preceded in death by his parents Lawrenze and Mary (Yogovich) Len...

Terence Joseph Arndt, age 69, went to be with his Lord and Savior on December 28, 2025. He was preceded in death by his parents Raymond and Phyllis Arndt; nephews Bryan Arndt and Kenny Arndt. He will ...

David Francis Wesaw went to be with the Lord Monday, January 5, 2026. He was a citizen of the Pokagon Band of Potawatomi Indians. His greatest joy was praying the rosary. He loved wearing his scapula...

Susan Bailey, age 75, went to be with her Lord and Savior Saturday, December 13, 2025. She was preceded in death by her beloved older brother, Steve; and brother-in-law, Randy Cotter. She is survived...

Colleen Marklevitz, age 90, went to be with her Lord Friday, December 12, 2025. She was preceded in death by her husband, Roman Marklevitz. She will be lovingly remembered by her children Michael (Loi...

Dwayne Goodman, age 59, went to be with the Lord Monday, December 8, 2025. He was preceded in death by his mother, Jayne Goodman. He is survived by his father, Larry Goodman; sister, Vicki Harnish; br...

Charles “Chuck” Jay Lynema, age 67, went to his eternal home in Heaven Monday, December 1, 2025 in Plainwell, MI. Chuck blessed many with his unconditional love for family and God. He was an avid phot...

Kathy Lynn Church, age 55, lived a life full of love, optimism, vibrance, and empathy. Kathy left this world to be with her Heavenly Father on November 22, 2025, surrounded by her family, whom she lov...

Raymond Feltenbarger, age 82, went to be with his Lord and Savior Friday, November 21, 2025. He was preceded in death by his parents Evert and Jannet Feltenbarger; brothers Roger and Archie Feltenbarg...

Joyce Parker, age 77, went to be with her Lord and Savior Wednesday, October 29, 2025, after a fierce and courageous battle with cancer. She was preceded in death by her triplet infants; parents Ellsw...

Richard David Cornelisse, age 72 of Dorr, Michigan, passed away October 11, 2025. Born February 3, 1953, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, Ric lived a life filled with dedication to family, a passion for mus...

Sharon Ann Helmholdt, of Dorr, Michigan, went to be with her Lord and Savior Monday, October 6, 2025. She was preceded in death by her husband, Wayne Helmholdt, parents Carl and Lena Roosendaal; gran...

Carol (Junglas) Dever, age 79 of Dorr, peacefully passed away at home on Sunday, September 28, 2025. She was born May 6, 1946, to Norbert and Laura (Homrich) Junglas. Carol was baptized, was a first c...

Clarence "Rick" Keesee, age 81 of Wayland, Michigan, went to be with his Lord on Wednesday, September 24, 2025. He was preceded in death by his wife, Lorraine Keesee; parents Clarence and Helen Keesee...

Delphine Ann Loew, of Dorr, went to be with the Lord Tuesday, September 16, 2025. She was preceded in death by her parents Carl and Anna Dzierwa; her beloved husband of 56 years, Alden; and their son,...

Doreen Theresa Van Duine, age 91, went home to be with her Lord and Savior Saturday, September 13, 2025. Doreen loved gardening, playing cards, and traveling to Texas and Florida with Milton. She was ...

Barbara Louise Steffes, age 85 of Dorr, passed away Tuesday, September 9, 2025 at Railside Assisted Living Center. She is survived by her husband of 64 years, Clifford; their children Mark (Theresa...

Neil Geoffrey Pendry, age 76, went to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus, on August 28, 2025. Born on July 30, 1949, Neil lived a life filled with love and dedication to his family. Neil is survived ...

Stanley “Stan” Joseph Pawloski, age 74, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Saturday, August 23, 2025. Stan will be deeply missed by his wife of 47 years, Kathy (née Belka) Pawloski; children ...

Reda Elaine Meyer, age 64, went to be with her Lord on Tuesday, August 19, 2025. Reda was preceded in death by the love of her life and husband, Clayton Meyer; her mother, Joy Dodds; and sister, Ronda...

Cristy Lee Bergsma, age 62, of Dorr, Michigan passed away on Friday, August 15, 2025.