Louis M. Jenkins, Jr., age 91, of East Lansing, passed away on Monday, February 17, 2020. Memorial Services will be held in Florida. Arrangements are with Lehman Funeral Home. Online condolences may be made at www.lehmanfuneralhomes.com.

Robert “Bob” Louis Barker, age 74, passed away peacefully on February 14, 2020 with family by his side. He was born on December 14, 1945 in Ionia, Michigan to parents Florian and Angelian (Halik) Barker. Bob attended S.S. Peter and Paul Elementary School and High School, graduating in 1963. He had a successful career as an Allstate insurance agent in Lansing, MI, retiring in 1998. Bob was known for his sense of humor, charm and ability to quickly connect with people. Bob...

Wesley George Ramsey, 68, passed away suddenly on February 12, 2020 while on vacation in the Bahamas. Wes loved life and lived every minute to the fullest. He gave so much of himself to others and he is going to be greatly missed. Wes was born in South Haven, MI on September 29,1951 to Jack and Naomi (Warner) Ramsey. He graduated from South Haven High School in 1970. He went on to graduate from Central Michigan University in 1973 with a degree in elementary education with an emphasis...

Louise Darlene Scutt, age 91, passed away Wednesday, February 12, 2020. She was born February 3, 1929, the daughter of George and Pearl (Rhodes) Johnston. Louise was the most kind-hearted, sweet lady who touched everyone she met. She always had a joke to crack, making those around her laugh constantly. Louise was a tough woman and was sure that her family and friends were well taken care of. Louise liked to hop onto the trails and snowmobile with her family. She never missed a...

Patricia Louise Platte, 83, of Portland, our beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and great-great-grandmother went to heaven on February 8, 2020.  Patricia was born October 14, 1936, to Edward and Lorena (Cusack) Manning.  Patricia devoted her life to caring for her family and making each family member feel special and loved.  Mom made us all better people by her quiet example. Patricia was preceded in death by her son, Herbert; daughter, Jill; and...

Forrest Eugene Homkes died peacefully at SKLD Ionia, where he was lovingly cared for, and surrounded by family on February 8, 2020. Forrest “with two r’s” was born on December 13, 1941 to Russell and Lois (Van Den Berge) Homkes and lived in Holland, MI for the majority of his life. He was truly one-of-a kind. He was known for his penchant for storytelling, love of family road trips, knowledge of science, reverence for history, and taste for a hefty serving of butter...

Stephen Lester Lampman, of Ionia, passed away February 7, 2020 at SKLD of Ionia at the age of 69. Steve was born June 16, 1950, in Ionia, the son of Burdette and Alice (Hoy) Lampman. Steve had a kind word and a joke for anyone he met. Due to an injury at birth, he lacked the ability to drive, but you could see him walking around town. His favorite time of the year was during the Ionia Free Fair, where he could be seen everyday enjoying the sights and food. During Steve's...

Ellajean Miller, age 86, of Ionia, passed away February 3, 2020. She was born September 15, 1933 in Ionia, Michigan, the daughter of Elga and Edith (Ward) Roberts. Ellajean enjoyed providing childcare for many years. She is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Carl Miller; sisters, Estella Jeffers and Maryetta Musser; brothers-in-law, Clinton Jeffers, Burl Musser, Henry Luett Johann, and Paul Jerman. Surviving Ellajean are her sisters, Janet (Elijah) Ward and Ruth Ann Jerman and...

Carolyn F. Newcombe, age 70, of Portland, passed away Sunday, February 2, 2020. She was born November 21, 1949 in Pontiac, Michigan, the daughter of Delbert B. and Dorothy J. (Broyles) Hardenburgh. Services will be held at a later date. Arrangements are entrusted to Lehman Funeral Homes. Online condolences may be made at www.lehmanfuneralhomes.com.

Candice Jo Cassel, age 51, of Ionia, passed away February 1, 2020. She was born February 14, 1968, the daughter of Clare and Donna (Stemler) Cassel. A Celebration of Life will be held at the Portland VFW #4090 on Sunday, February 9, 2020 at 12:00 p.m. in honor of Candice. Arrangements are entrusted to Lehman Funeral Homes. Online condolences may be made at www.lehmanfuneralhomes.com.