John “Jack” Albert Martin of Westphalia, MI passed away with family at his side on Monday, June 5th at the age of 82.  Jack was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church in Westphalia his entire life.  He was born the 8th child to the late John M. and Alvina Martin on April 1st, 1941 in Portland, MI.  Jack attended St. Mary’s Catholic School in Westphalia.  Soon after he worked on the family farm beside his father and brother.  In 1959 he enlisted...

Robert “Bob” Eugene Hoppes Jr. passed away peacefully with his family by his side on June 3, 2023.  He was born on November 26, 1950 and lived in Portland, MI. Bob worked at Reed and Hoppes in Portland his entire life alongside his family and employees.  For Bob, family and the business he helped his parents build, meant the world to him.  His family was his everything.  Bob also loved working, but never considered it work.  He loved to help people and...

Beverly Peterson, of Belding She was born at home in Muir on June 23, 1932, Beverly Jean Helmer. She died peacefully of natural causes on June 2, 2023, age 90 years 11 months and 7 days. She was one of 9 siblings that lived to adulthood: 7 brothers and 1 sister, Lorraine Cox, who she was very close to. A couple siblings were lost in their infancy. She was near the middle of the pack of kids and helped raise several of the younger ones. Only one sibling remains alive: Maynard Helmer (wife...

Patrick Bryan Miller, age 66, passed away on Monday, May 22, 2023. He was born on November 10, 1956 the son of George and Lois (Johnston) Miller. Pat enjoyed working on cars and car racing. He worked construction for many years and was a veteran of the U.S. Army.. He was preceded in death by his father, George; sisters, Kareen (Bill) Sage and Janice (Ted) Thelen. Surviving are his sons, Christopher O'Bryant, Travis Miller and Tyler Miller; mother, Lois Miller; siblings, Marian Dyer, Tim...

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and great-great grandmother Revella Martha Smith on May 16, 2023.  With her unwavering love and selfless devotion, she touched the lives of everyone that had the privilege of knowing her. Born August 9, 1925 in Westphalia, Michigan, Revella lived a life dedicated to her family, church, and community.  Her loving nature and caring spirit were evident in every aspect of her...

Anthony David Fox, age 58, of Eagle, passed away on Monday, May 15, 2023. He was born on June 20, 1964 in Lansing the son of Anthony and Lella (Hoppes) Fox. Tony enjoyed tending to horses and sheep and was known to take in any strays animals that he encountered. He enjoyed gardening and landscaping and was known to have a green thumb. Tony worked at John Henry for many years and enjoyed cooking for his family. He is preceded in death by his father, Anthony; brothers, Dennis, Gary and Ron;...

Lynda Adams, Age 84, passed away peacefully in her home on Saturday, May 13, 2023. Lynda was born on August 10, 1938 in Sand Lake, Michigan, the daughter of Lorraine Freeland and Howard E. Smith and raised by her step-father, Darwin Roth. Lynda worked out of the home babysitting several children throughout the years. Caring for children was a passion of Lynda’s. On December 29, 1955 she married Ray Adams in Angola, Indiana. Lynda enjoyed spending time with her boys, grandchildren...

Cherished mother and grandmother, Joan Olive Travis Beard, of Portland, Michigan passed away on May 10, 2023, at the age of 78 after a recent cancer diagnosis. It is with deep gratitude and endless sorrow that we say goodbye to her. Joan was born on August 24, 1944 in Lansing, MI to John Littleton and Elna Sabina (nee Woodruff) Travis. Tennessee natives, her family spent several memorable years of her childhood living in Dresden, TN and her stories of that time were full of adventure,...

Cheryl Ruth Rogers, age 80, passed away on Friday, May 5, 2023 surrounded by her family. She was born in Lowell, the daughter of John and Ruth (Quarton) Trumble. Cheryl was a member of Portland United Methodist Church, First Congregational Church in Portland and attended LeValley United Methodist Church more recently. She enjoyed taking care of her animals, tending to her flower gardens and spending time with family, especially her grandchildren. Cheryl spent many years...

Michelle Ann Walsh, 72, of Ionia, passed away peacefully on May 5, 2023. She was born in Ionia on October 26, 1950, the daughter of Patrick and Virginia (Valla) Walsh. Private graveside services will be held. Arrangements are entrusted to Lehman Funeral Homes. Online condolences may be made at www.lehmanfuneralhomes.com.