Irene Wagner passed away peacefully on Monday, September 21, 2026 at the age of 98 after living a very blessed life. She was married for 62 years to the love of her life, Bernie, and was an amazing wife and mother whose life was defined by her clever wit, lively spirit, and selfless devotion to the people she loved. Those…
Donald Ralph Bates, 96, of Branch passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 19, 2026. Don was born on June 4, 1930 in Deer Lake, the second of eight children born to Ralph and Elma (Britton) Bates. Don was in high school when his mother died and the children were split up and grew up in separate families. Don lived with the Millers…
Dorothy Francis Snow Karpenske, 83, of Fountain, formerly of Chicago, passed away Wednesday, September 16, 2026, at home surrounded by her loving family. She was born March 11, 1943, in Victoria, Arkansas, the daughter of Ezra and Ruby (Clark) Snow. Dorothy had a way of making everyone feel seen, heard, and deeply loved. She welcomed everyone to her table, and…
Freddie Ray Parker, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on Monday, Sept. 14, 2026, at the age of 81. Surrounded by family, he grew his wings in the comfort of his home, beside his loving wife of 63 years, Shirley Parker. Fred’s journey began on Jan. 11, 1945, in Reed City where Ada and Floyd welcomed…
Patricia Ann “Patty” Ferwerda, 69, passed away on Tuesday, Sept. 8, 2026, at Ludington Woods. Born January 8, 1957, in Grand Haven, to Joseph and Edith Ferwerda, Patty lived a life grounded in family, hard work, helping others and, above all, an unwavering faith in the Lord. Patty spent her early childhood in Nunica, before moving with her family to…
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