Steve Mark Johnson, age 62, of Ionia, passed away on Thursday, September 29, 2022 surrounded by his family and love. He was born April 5, 1960 in Grand Rapids the son of Norman and Rheta (Cook) Johnson.  Steve loved cars, hunting and especially time spent with his family. He served in the U.S. Army (1979-1985). He was preceded in death by his parents. Surviving are his wife of 29 years, Lori Sue; daughter, Shae (Terry Martin) Johnson; sister, Dawn (Mike) Riley; brother, Donald (Robin)...

Stephanie Lee Willson, age 66, of Portland, loving wife, mother and grandmother passed away on Thursday, September 29, 2022. She was born on April 4, 1956 in Lansing the daughter of Keith and Delores (Hawk) Davis. Stephanie was a member of the Penway Church of God in Lansing and enjoyed baking, arts and crafts. Her greatest love was for her family and providing daycare for young children. She was preceded in death by her parents and a sister, Sally Sue Davis. Stephanie is survived by her...

Robert Mason Tyler, 80, of Lansing Michigan passed from life to eternal life on September 27, 2022.  He was born April 4, 1942 in Detroit, Michigan to Mason Whiting Tyler and Dorothy Marie Tyler. He was a University of Michigan graduate with a degree in forestry.  He worked for the Michigan Department of Natural Resources for 32 years – enhancing, protecting and enriching Michigan’s great out of doors for nature lovers and sports enthusiasts alike.  He loved...

Daniel F. Smith, age 78, of Pewamo, loving son, brother, and uncle passed away on Monday, September 26, 2022 surrounded by his loving family. He was born on September 28, 1943 the son of Albert and MaryAnn Smith. He was a member of the last graduating class on Pewamo High School in 1961. Dan was a talented lifelong brick layer. He enjoyed farming and attending his great niece and nephews sporting events. Dan was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Steve. Surviving are his siblings,...

Thomas A. Meyer, age 66, of Coopersville, loving son, brother, father and Papa passed away on Saturday, September 24, 2022 surrounded by his loving family. He was born on December 23, 1955, the son of Willis and Virginia Meyer. Tom was dedicated to Meijer Corporation for 44 years. He enjoyed golfing, vintage sports cars, movies with his granddaughters and had an incurable sweet tooth. He was always willing to help others and remained active in and out of work. Tom was preceded in death by...

Marlene Sue Chartrand, of Pewamo, passed away peacefully on September 23, 2022 at the age of 72. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend born on September 10, 1950 to Louis and Anabelle Werner, however, she was raised and cared for by Herman and Ruth Werner. Marlene was a faithful member of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Pewamo and the VFW Post #3733 Auxiliary for many years. In her spare time, she enjoyed ceramics, baking, crocheting, and participating in Weight...

Bennie E. Heiden, age 92, of Westphalia went to be with his lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. He passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on September 23, 2022. He was born on August 30, 1930, in Clare, Michigan, the son of Lewis and Zina (Robinson) Heiden. Ben was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church, The Catholic Order of Foresters, Knights of Columbus, St. Joseph Society and Westphalia Historical Society. He loved working in his wood shop making furniture, crafts, and toys for...

Justina M. Thalison (Stina), age 94, of 1063 E. David Highway, Ionia, MI, passed away peacefully in her home on September 22, 2022. She was born on March 6, 1928 in Orange Twp to Frank G. May and Mary E. Kramer. She married John Thalison on December 7, 1946 and had one son, Martin (Martin). Stina had many passions and enjoyed gardening, sewing, painting, word searches, and music. She also enjoyed caring for her son and multiple black and white cats, most all of them called,...

Judith E. Valkner, born March 31, 1943 in Grand Rapids, MI passed away at McLaren Hospital on Saturday, September 17, 2022 at the age of 79.  Surviving are her three children: Mike Valkner, Elaine Valentine, and Kathy Rogers; 6 grandchildren; and 5 great-grandchildren. Preceding her in death are her parents, Kenneth and Lola Losey; husband, Louis E. Valkner; and sister, Chloe. She enjoyed crocheting and doing all types of arts and crafts.  She was known for her crocheted...

Bryanna Nicole Jones, 28, passed away unexpectedly, September 16, 2022. Bryanna “Bonna Blu” was born on April 7, 1994. Bryanna was a loving mother to her sons, Eli Ray Case and Jackson Grant Adams, who meant the world to her.  Bryanna brightened the room with her smile, and her infectious laughter was the sound of joy itself. Bryanna graduated from Charlotte High School in 2012. Bryanna most recently worked as a server at Longhorn Steakhouse and as a bartender, server, and...