Michael Withey

Michael James Withey, age 69, passed away peacefully at Trillium Woods Faith Hospice on November 23, 2024.. He was preceded in death by his parents Leroy B. Withey, Sr. and Mary Ann Withey. Michael is survived by his siblings Josephine Morrissey, Mary Ann (Fred) Challa, Leroy (Virginia) Withey, Christine (Thomas) Dennison and Katie (Gary) Kuklewski.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish, on Saturday, December 14 at 11:00 am. Friends may meet with the family at church from 10:00 am until the time of the service. Rev. Troy Nevins presiding. In lieu of flowers, Michael has asked that donations be made to the Kilgoar Education Fund at Immaculate Heart of Mary.

Maria Fe Sarria

Maria Fe Sarria, beloved wife of Borromeo passed away November 2, 2024.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Friday, November 22nd at Immaculate Heart of Mary with visitation at 10 am in the Narthex preceding. Fr. David Jameson presiding.

Duane Nizinski

Mr. Duane A. Nizinski, age 67 of Grand Rapids, went to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, Friday November 8, 2024, with his loving son, Steffen, by his side. He was preceded in death by his wife, Deborah, his sons, Aaron Charles and Hangel Aaron. Surviving are: his son, Steffen (Melanie); and his grandchildren.

The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Tuesday November 12 at 11:00 AM at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church, where he will repose one hour prior to Mass. His family will receive visitors Monday November 11 from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Arsulowicz Brothers East Mortuary, 937 Michigan St NE, where the Rosary will be prayed Monday at 8:00 PM.

Jerome Krenselewski

Jerome Krenselewski passed away peacefully October 31. Jerry is survived by his wife Blanche of 67 years; children Joseph Krenson (Kelly), Jacqueline Hamilton (Steve), and John Krenselewski (Luke), and two granddaughters.

Visitation will be held on December 17, 2024 at 10am with Mass at 11am at Immaculate Heart of Mary.

Peggy Loos

Peggy Anne Loos, age 71, of East Grand Rapids, loving wife, mother, and grandmother, guided by her guardian angel, joined her Lord and Savior. Peggy is survived by her husband, Willam Loos; two sons, Scott (Elisabeth) Loos, Stephen (Allison) Loos and grandchildren.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in Grand Rapids, at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church, on Friday, October 25th at 11:00 am. Rev. David Jameson, and nephew Rev. Daniel Hyman concelebrants.

The family will receive friends from 5:00-8:00 pm, Thursday, October 24, 2024, at O’Brien-Eggebeen-Gerst Funeral Home, with a rosary service at 7:30 pm.

Joseph Reidt

Joseph Lane Reidt, age 57, of Grand Rapids, was called home to be with his Heavenly Father and Savior on Thursday, October 10, 2024. He will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 32 years, Lori; children, Jessica (Cody) Ketchum, Joseph, Daniel, Matthew, Bretten, and Kayla.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held 11 am on Tuesday, October, 15, 2024, at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church, with Father Troy Nevins presiding. Relatives and friends may greet the family on Monday, October 14 from 6-8 pm  with a Rosary at 7:30 pm at Matthysse Kuiper DeGraaf Funeral Home, 4646 Kalamazoo Ave. SE, Kentwood and on Tuesday from 10-11 am prior to the service at the church.

C. David Mohan

C. David Mohan, 87, of Grand Rapids, MI, passed away on August 5 after an extended illness. He is survived by his devoted wife of 66 years, Lilly Larkin Mohan; his son Michael (Michelle) Mohan; his daughters Mary (John) Hendrickson and Sheila Noel; and his daughters-in-law Janet Mohan and Anne Mohan. David also leaves behind eleven grandchildren and thirteen great-grandchildren.

The Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, August 23rd at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church. The service will begin at 11am with a visitation prior to mass at 10am.

Edith McGuire

Edith McGuire, passed away peacefully on July 27, 2024, in Grand Rapids, MI, at the age of 83. She was the beloved wife of William F. McGuire. Together, they raised a loving family, including their devoted children, William C. and Christine (Scott) Berg and grandchildren.

Funeral mass will be held on Friday, August 2 at 11 AM at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church. Fr. David Jameson presiding. One hour of visitation prior, beginning at 10 AM.

Thomas Makulski

Thomas F. Makulski, went to his heavenly home on April 30, 2024. Tom is survived by his loving wife of 55 years, Arlene; son Paul and daughter Marjorie (Jason) George and grandchildren.

A funeral mass will be held on Friday, May 10 at 11 AM at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church, with one hour of visitation prior beginning at 10 AM.

Ruth Tierney

Ruth Marie O’Neill Tierney, age 91, went to be with her Lord and Savior on April 15, 2024. Ruth (Joe’s Princess) is survived by her husband of 70 years, Joseph Tierney; children, Michael (Beth) Tierney, Patrick (Sandra) Tierney, Maureen (Phillip) Bednarek, Timothy (Gretchen) Tierney, Kerry (Steven) Nugent, Brian (Heidi) Tierney; 17 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren with 3 blessings on the way!

The family will greet friends and relatives from 2-4pm and 6-8pm on Wednesday, April 17, 2024, at O’Brien-Eggebeen-Gerst Funeral Home, with a Rosary at 7pm. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11am on Thursday, April 18, 2024, at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church, with visitation one hour prior. Rev. Troy Nevins presiding. 

Louise Yost

Louise Anne Yost was born to Gaylord and Natalie (Wessely) Yost, on April 2, 1953, and God called her home on March 10, 2024. Louise is survived by her daughter, Michelle (Patrick) Brinkley; her brother, Jim (Carol) Yost; her sister, Alice (Jim) Anderson; her sister of the heart, Paula Zukowski; numerous nephews and nieces; and many friends. 

here will be a Mass of Christian Burial at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church, on Friday, April 19, 2024, at 11 am. Visitation will be held at the church one hour prior to Mass starting at 10 am. 

Lisa Beth Lennon

Lisa Beth Lennon of Grand Rapids passed away peacefully on March 3 at Valley View Care Center. Heaven gained a new angel and Lisa is now reunited with Mom and Dad.  Lisa was born on September 1, 1964, at St. Mary’s Hospital in Grand Rapids. She was the sixth of seven children from Donald E. Lennon and Frances (Schmidt) Lennon who preceded her in death. Lisa is survived by her siblings, Katie, John, Joe, Jim, Pat, and Jean. Lisa was the center of our family, and she helped us all stay grounded and together in spirit and purpose for all of these years. We learned a lot from that little angel. 

A celebration of life will be held on April 5th at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church. Visitation at 10:00 followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00.

Judith Parran

Judith (Judy) Ann Parran of Grand Rapids, MI died peacefully in her sleep on March 17, 2024. She was 68 years old. A wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend She is survived by her husband Michael; her children Kevin and Casey DeBruyn, David and Colleen and Jason; and her grandchildren.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, March 22, 2024, at 11:00 am at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church where her family will receive visitors one hour prior. A Rosary will be prayed on Friday at 9:45 am at church.

Lou Simpson

Grace Louise (Lulie/Lou) Gale Simpson entered eternal life on Saturday, January 13, 2024, at the age of 95. She was a devoted wife for 64 years to her beloved husband, Robert, who has preceded her in death. Lou is survived by her children ,Gail (Robert) Wolf, Robert (Patricia), Mark (Margaret), Peter (Jean), Mary, James, and Eileen (James) Gould, and many grandchildren.

Mass of Christian Burial will take place at 11 am on Thursday, January 18, 2024, at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church, with visitation one hour prior. Rev. Troy Nevins presiding.

James “Timm” McReynolds

James Timm McReynolds age 78, died on Saturday, at home surrounded by his loving family. Beloved husband to Vickie, cherished father to Travis, Erin (Brock) Schuiteman, Kevin McReynolds; Papa to Zyon McReynolds, Kai and Asa Schuiteman

A Mass of Christian burial at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church is planned for Thursday, January 11th, 2024, at 11:00am, the family will greet visitors from 10am-11am before the Funeral Mass, luncheon at the church to follow.

Anthony “Tony” Milanowski

Anthony “Tony” Carl Milanowski, age 57, of Grand Rapids went to be with the Lord on Sunday, December 10, 2023. Tony will be dearly missed by his siblings Edward (Linda) Milanowski, Ruth Inman, Jane (Eric) Williams, Susie (Dan) Saganski, Mary (Tim) Ewald, Debbie (Joe) Milito; his beloved nieces and nephews, numerous cousins and his many friends in the Polka community along with his very special polka cousin, Mike Rozegnal.

The family will receive visitors on Thursday, December 14, 2023, from 4:00 to 8:00 pm at the Arsulowicz Brothers East Mortuary, 937 Michigan St. NE. The rosary will be prayed on Thursday at 7:30 pm. Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated Friday, December 15, 2023, at 11:00 am at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church.

William Lincer

William Lincer M.D., age 93 of Grand Rapids, died peacefully Sunday, November 12, 2023. He was preceded in death by his grandson, Drew Riebel. 

Visitation will be Thursday, November 30, 2023, from 7-9 pm at O’Brien-Eggebeen-Gerst Chapel. Mass of Christian Burial will take place at 11:00 am Friday, December 1, 2023, at Immaculate Heart of Mary, with visitation one hour prior, Fr. Jacob Zemaitis presiding.

Mark Fabiano

On November 22, 2023, Mark Richard Fabiano, age 58, ended a long battle with early onset Alzheimer’s. He passed peacefully surrounded by his family. Surviving are his wife, Sarah (Darcangelo) Fabiano; children Tommie and Samantha Fabiano.

Mark’s visitation will take place on Monday, November 27th from 5 pm-8 pm at Ofield Funeral Home. Mark’s funeral will take place on Tuesday, November 28th at 11 am with visitation 1 hour prior at Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish, followed by a luncheon.

Mary Panozzo

Mary Margaret (Barager) Panozzo, 71, of Grand Rapids, Michigan, went home to be with our Lord and Savior in Athens, Greece on October 23, 2023. Mary was preceded in death by her husband Larry Panozzo, and is survived by her two stepdaughters, Pam Panozzo-Jones (Dennis) and Tami Panozzo, and grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Services for Mary will be held on November 15th at 11:00 a.m. at Immaculate Heart of Mary. Visitation will be at 10:00 a.m.

Dorothy Zoellner

Dorothy Zoellner, age 95, passed away peacefully on October 27, 2023. She was preceded in death by her husband of 58 years, Tom; and great-granddaughter, Audrey Jandernoa. She is survived by her children, Sue (Mike) Jandernoa, Ann Zoellner, Mary (Bill) Morrissey, Tony (Sheila) Zoellner, Ellen Carpenter, Amy (Fred) Lake, and Beth (Jeff) Liszewski; many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Mass of Christian Burial will be offered Thursday, November 2nd at 11:00 a.m. at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church, with Rev. Troy Nevins and Rev. Leonard Sudlik presiding. Visitation will be Wednesday, November 1st from 1:00 to 3:00 pm and 6:00 to 8:00 pm at O’Brien-Eggebeen-Gerst Chapel and Thursday one hour prior to the Mass.

Patricia Jennings

Patricia Leslie Jennings, age 80, passed away peacefully while surrounded by family, at her home on Sunday morning, October 1, 2023.

Pat will be deeply missed by her husband of 57 years, Michael; her children, Katie (Chris) Harris, Mark (Connie) Jennings, Pauline (Kevin) Sheard, Colleen (Keith) Wanket; and 12 loving grandchildren.

Please join the family for visitation at Zaagman Memorial Chapel on Thursday, October 5 from 5-8 pm. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church on Friday, October 6 at 11:00 am with visitation one hour prior to the service. Rev. Troy A. Nevins celebrating.

Mary Delores Dean

Mary Dolores Gartner Dean, age 98 of Grand Rapids, Michigan passed peacefully into the arms of Jesus, surrounded by her family on September 13, 2023.

Mary is survived by her children, Mary Dolores (Patrick) Norton, Mary Patricia (Ronald) Sanders, James (Carol) Dean Jr., Elizabeth (Richard) Zambon, Margaret (Leo) McCormick, Ellen (Scott) Alvesteffer, Thomas (Kay) Dean, Anne (David) Nachtegall, William (Joan) Dean, Martha McKeiver, and Karla (Richard) Collins; her sister, Anne Sims; 38 grandchildren; 54 Great Grandchildren.

Visitation will be held Sunday, September 17, 2023, at 0’Brien-Eggebeen-Gerst Chapel, from 6-8 pm with a Rosary at 7:45 pm. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday, September 18, 2023, at 11 a.m. at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church, with visitation one hour prior. Fr. Pete McCormick, C.S.C. presiding, and Fr. Troy Nevins concelebrating.

Barbara Jane Daley

Barbara Jane Daley, age 91, passed into God’s light, surrounded by her family, on Saturday, August 19, 2023. Barbara was preceded in death by her husband of 63 years, Patrick Michael Daley, She was a kind, patient and loving mother to her children Cathi (Tom) Biggart, Sue (Rick, deceased) Venema, Patrick (Janet, deceased) Daley, Dennis Daley and Anne-marie O’Dalaigh, 13 grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren and 5 great-great grandchildren.

Visitation with the family will be at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church on Tuesday, August 22 at 10 a.m. followed by a Mass of Christian Burial presided over by Fr. Troy Nevins.

James Rohen

James D. Rohen, age 83, of Grand Rapids, MI has gone home to be with his Lord and Savior on August 18, 2023.

He is survived by his loving wife of 59 years, Kathy (Ferguson) Rohen, children, Bill (Lisa) Rohen, Aaron (Susie) Rohen, Ethan (Julie) Rohen, and grandchildren

The family would like to invite family and friends on Wednesday, August 23, from 2-4 pm and 6-8 pm for visitation with a rosary at 7 pm at Zaagman Memorial Chapel. A funeral service will take place the following day on Thursday, August 24, at 11 am with a one-hour visitation prior at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church.

William C. (Bill) McDonagh

William C. (Bill) McDonagh, age 91 passed away on Friday, July 28th. He is survived byDonna, his wife of 68 years; their children, Maureen (Robert) Ayers, Michael (Joan) McDonagh, Jude McDonagh, Paul (Catherine) McDonagh; and many grandchildren.

Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Friday, September 1, 2023, at 11:00 am at IHM Church with Fr. Troy Nevins presiding. Visitation will take place at the church one hour prior to the service.

Irene English

Irene English, age 94, passed away on May 19, 2023. She was preceded in death by her husband of 69 years, Richard. Irene is survived by her children, Bill (Betsi) English, Mary Jo (Ron) Benyo, Tom (Susan) English, Tim (Liz) English and grandchildren.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 am on Friday, May 26, 2023, with visitation one hour prior at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church, Rev Troy Nevins presiding. 

Orley Swoveland

Orley Albert Swoveland, age 80, of Grand Rapids, passed away Easter Sunday, surrounded by his loving family. He is survived by his loving wife of 55 years, Judith (Judy), his darling daughter, Suzanne (Sue), and his treasured grandson, Jonathan (Jon) Loveall.

Family will greet visitors 6-8pm on Wednesday, April 12, 2023, at O’Brien-Eggebeen-Gerst Chapel, with Rosary Service at 7:30pm. Mass of Christian Burial will be 10am, Thursday, April 13, 2023, at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church. Rev. Troy Nevins, presiding. Family will greet visitors 1 hour prior to Mass.

John Molt

John Molt Jr., age 75, passed away Saturday, March 25, 2023. John is survived by his wife of 52 years, Joanne Molt; children, Sarah (Rolfe) Krachenberg, John (Mandi) Molt and grandchildren.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held 11:00 am Wednesday, March 29, 2023, at Immaculate Heart of Mary, with visitation one-hour prior. Rev. Leonard Sudlik and Rev. Troy Nevins, concelebrants.

Gisela Jungblut

After a long illness, Gisela Althoff Jungblut peacefully passed away on March 21st.

Surviving are her sons, Mark and Michael; daughter-in-law, Rachael and granddaughters, Kira Kay and Krista Marie.

Funeral service will be held Thursday, March 30th at Immaculate Heart of Mary. Visitation at 10:00 am, followed by a Catholic Mass at 11:00 am, Fr. Troy presiding.

Mary Norton DeWildt

Mary Norton DeWildt, age 97 of Grand Rapids passed away Wednesday, March 1, 2023. She was preceded in death by husbands, William “Bob” DeWildt, and Jene Norton; grandson, Marc DeWildt. She is survived by her children, Robert (Barbara), William (Eileen), Linda (William) Downey, Thomas (Aira), Charles (Lisa), David (Genevieve), John (Nancy), and Steve DeWildt; and many wonderful grandchildren.

Visitation will be held Friday, March 10, 2023, from 6-8pm at O’Brien-Eggebeen-Gerst Chapel, with Rosary service at 7:30pm and 10:00-11:00 am at Immaculate Heart of Mary. Mass of Christian Burial will be held 11:00 am Saturday, March 11, 2023, at Immaculate Heart of Mary, Rev. Troy Nevins, presiding.

Wendolyn Willison

Wendolyn Irene Willison, age 67, went to be with her Lord on Monday, February 15, 2023. 

Wendy will be remembered by her mother, Irene Willison; siblings Edward (Mary) Willison Jr., Craig (Cheryl) Willison, Shelly Steegstra, Valerie (Mark) Henderson, and Steve (Kim) Willison; as well as several nieces, nephews, and many friends.

Visitation with friends and relatives will take place from 5 – 7 p.m. with Rosary following at 7 p.m. on Thursday, February 23, 2023 at Cook Funeral Home (West building), 4235 Prairie St. SW, Grandville, MI 49418. A Funeral Mass will commence at 11 a.m. with visitation one hour prior on Friday, February 24, 2023 at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church.

Richard Hansknecht

Richard Donald Hansknecht died peacefully at home on Thursday, February 9th at the almost age of 95.

Dick lost Rosemary, his wife of 60 years in 2009 and is survived by his five children, Mickey, Lynn, Greg, Blane, and Doug, and their spouses, Jeanne and Tim, as well as his 10 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren.

A funeral mass will be held on what would have been his 95th birthday on Friday, February 17 at Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish at 11:00am, with visitation starting at 10:00am. 

Esther Johnson

Esther Johnson of Grand Rapids, MI was called home to our Lord and Savior on January 26, 2023, at the age 83.

She was preceded in death by her son, Timothy Johnson; and great-grandson, Dylan. She is survived by her loving husband of 63 years, Arnold Johnson; her children, Kim (Ken) Coffman, Brenda (Brian) Hall, Victoria Johnson; grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.

Mass of Christian Burial will take place at 11am on Tuesday, January 31, 2023, at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church, with visitation one hour prior. Rev. Troy Nevins presiding.

Sandra Louise Lowery

Sandy Lowery passed away on Sunday, January 15th at her home. Sandy is survived by her loving husband of 45 years, John; daughter Megan (Mike) Tietema; sons Casey (Lindsay) and Kyle (Jessica) Lowery; and her loving grandchildren, and sisters Deb (Terry) Moore and Cindy Despres, all of Grand Rapids. She also leaves behind many dear nieces, nephews, and friends.

Visitation at IHM Church on Friday, Jan. 20, from 2-4 & 6-8, with a rosary at 8:00 pm. A funeral Mass of Christian Burial, Fr. Troy Nevins presiding, will be held on Saturday, Jan. 21 at 11:00 am at IHM Church.

Robert Greene

Robert Campbell Greene passed away unexpectedly on September 23, 2022, at the age of 80, at his home in Grand Rapids, Michigan. He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Sherry Greene; children, Stephen (Emily), Sarah, and Michael (Evelise) and grandchildren.

A Celebration of Life will be held 11:00 am Friday, November 4, 2022 at Immaculate Heart of Mary, Fr. Troy presiding.

Carolyn Madigan

Carolyn S. Madigan, age 81, went peacefully to be with her Lord and Savior in her home on Wednesday, October 19th, 2022. She was preceded in death by her husband, Stephen Madigan and her son, Patrick. She is survived by her children, Shannon (Michael) Cain, Sean (Annette) Madigan, Shane (Lois) Madigan, Michael Madigan, Sr. Felicity Marie Madigan, and Maureen (Paul) Leazier, and 10 wonderful grandchildren,

Visitation will be held 5-8pm Monday, October 24, 2022, at O’Brien-Eggebeen-Gerst Chapel, with Rosary Service at 7:30 pm. Mass of Christian Burial will be held 11:00am Tuesday, October 25, 2022, at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church, with visitation one-hour prior. Fr. Troy Nevins presiding.

Robert Agents

Robert Estel Agents, age 75, of Byron Center, was called to his heavenly home on Saturday, October 15, 2022. He was preceded in death by his first wife of 25 years, Nancy (Mulrenan) Agents. He will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 27 years, Mary Wood-Agents, children: Christopher (Samantha) Agents, Patrick (Yesica) Agents, and Jennifer (Steven) Tole, stepchildren: Jonathan (Brittany Bosscher-Wood) Wood and Christina (Jonathan) Baugher, and 13 grandchildren.

Relatives and friends may meet the family Friday, October 21, 2022 from 4-7 pm at Matthysse Kuiper DeGraaf Funeral Home, 4031 Clyde Park SW, Wyoming. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Saturday, October 22, 2022 at 11:00 am at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church, with visitation 45 minutes prior.

George Woons

George Woons, age 81 of Grand Rapids, passed away Sunday, September 25, 2022. George is survived by his wife, Beverly A. Woons; children, George J. (Sandra) Woons Jr., Lisa (Bob) Dykstra, Brad (Kim) Woons; and his grandchildren.

Visitation will be held 6-8pm Thursday, September 29, 2022, at O’Brien-Eggebeen-Gerst Chapel, with a rosary at 7:30pm. Mass of Christian Burial will take place 11:00am Friday, September 30, 2022 at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church, with visitation one-hour prior. Rev. Scott Nolan presiding.

Richard “Dick” English

Richard English, age 95 of Grand Rapids, passed away September 19, 2022. Richard is survived by his wife of 69 years, Irene (Corsiglia) English; children, Bill (Betsi) English, Mary Jo (Ron) Benyo, Tom (Susan) English, Tim (Liz) English; and many grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 AM on Saturday, September 24, 2022, with visitation one hour prior at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church. Fr. Rock Badgerow presiding.

Mary Lu and Donald Herzog

Herzog, Donald Joseph, age 89, passed peacefully on September 18, 2022. His dear, sweet wife Mary Lu Herzog passed away the following day on September 19th. They were both surrounded by their loving family. They will be deeply missed by their children, Jeannie (Bob) Dickey, Tom (Kate) Herzog, Kathleen (Pete) Geherin; and two loving granddaughters.

A Funeral mass for both Mary Lu and Donald will be November 11, 2022, at 11 a.m. at Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish. Funeral mass and Interment will be June 30, 2023, at 11 a.m. at St. Philip Neri Catholic Church in Empire, Mi.

Joseph Abid

Joseph Albert Abid, age 84, went to be with his Lord Jesus Christ on Thursday, August 25, 2022 while surrounded by his loving family. Joseph leaves behind and will be deeply missed by his wife of 51 years, Janet Abid and daughter Judith (Mark) and grandchildren.

A private graveside service will be held at Resurrection Cemetery and a Memorial Mass will be held at a later date.

Richard Mulé

Richard F. Mulé, age 95, of Grand Rapids, passed away on Sunday, July 31, 2022. He was preceded in death by his wife, Marie (Polizzi) Mulé. Richard will be dearly missed by his children: Joseph (Robin) Mulé; Mary Mulé; Vito Mulé; and John Mulé; grandsons: Andrew and Daniel Mulé; his sister, Catherine “Katie” Buzzitta; as well as many other family and friends.

A funeral mass will take place at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, August 4, 2022, at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church, with Father Troy Nevins officiating. A visitation will be held at the church from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service. Burial will follow at Woodlawn Cemetery.

Leona Crabbs

Leona Crabbs, aged 92, passed away Friday, July 15, 2022 at her home. Surviving are her children: Gregory (Nancy) Crabbs, Kimberly (Don) VandeWater, Steven (Sandi) Crabbs and James (Suzanne) Crabbs, and many grandchildren. Leona was preceded in death by her husband, Donald E. Crabbs.

The family will meet with friends and relatives on Thursday, July 21st from 7 to 9 PM at the Ofield Funeral Home. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Friday, July 22nd at 11 AM at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church.

Margaret Elliott

Margaret G. “Marge” Elliott, age 83 of Grand Rapids, passed away Friday July 1, 2022 peacefully in the arms of our Lord with her family at her side.  Margaret is survived by her sisters Frances Elliott and Mary Winzer.

The Memorial Mass will take place Wednesday July 20 at 11:00 AM at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church, where her family will receive visitors one hour prior to Mass.

Kenneth Merriss Jr.

Kenneth James Merriss Jr., age 77, of Grand Rapids, went to join his heavenly family on Sunday, April 24, 2022. He will be lovingly remembered by Shelley and Jeff Pratt, Courtney Merriss Prange and Kevin Prange, Justin and Christi Merriss and grandchildren.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, April 29, 2022 at Matthysse Kuiper DeGraaf Funeral Home, with Rev. Scott Nolan presiding. Burial will be held at Fort Custer. Relatives and friends may meet the family Thursday from 4-7 p.m. at Matthysse Kuiper DeGraaf Funeral Home, and also Friday one hour prior to the service.

Virginia Sherwood

Virginia, age 97 went to her heavenly home on April 20, 2022. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Bob. Virginia leaves behind her loving family including, children, Bob (Mary) Sherwood, Tom Sherwood, Cynthia (Larry) Hatfield, Lisa (Bob) Manor and many loving grandchildren.

Visitation will be held Monday, April 25, 2022, from 6-8pm at O’Brien-Eggebeen-Gerst Chapel, with a Rosary at 7:30pm. Mass of Christian Burial will take place 11:00am Tuesday, April 26, 2022, at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church, with visitation at 10:30am. Rev. Leonard Sudlik, presiding. 

Josephine Thomas

Josephine Thomas passed away Friday, March 4th

Visitation

Sunday, March 06, 2022, 4:00 – 6:00PM

Zaagman Memorial Chapel
2800 Burton St. SE
Grand Rapids, MI 49546

Funeral Mass

Monday, March 7th, 10:00 – 11:00 AM

Immaculate Heart Of Mary Church

Mary Knape

In the presence of God and her family, Mary Knape went to her heavenly home. She was predeceased by her loving husband of nearly 59 years, Dick Knape. Mary is survived by her loving children, Stephen G. Knape, Thomas and Shelley Knape, Richard S. Knape, Jr., Anne (Knape) Daniels, Mara (Knape) Hayes, Peter and Antoinette Knape, and Melissa (Knape) and Hank Bock. Also, she is survived by her many wonderful grandchildren and great-grandchildren. 

Visitation will be held Monday February 21, from 4:00 to 7:00 pm with a Rosary at 6:30 pm at O’Brien Gerst Funeral Home. Mass of Christian Burial will be Tuesday, February 22, at 11:00 am at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church, with visitation one hour prior. 

Leo Nauer Jr.

Passed away February 8, 2022 at the age of 93. He married his beloved wife Iris Jozwiak on August 7, 1954 in Saginaw. She predeceased him in 2010.

A private family ceremony will be held at the Snow Funeral Home, Saginaw, Michigan.

Cynthia Wiest

Cynthia Wiest passed away February 14th. She was predeceased by her mother Betty Wiest. A visitation and memorial service was held at Arsulowicz Brothers Funeral Home on Monday, February 21st.

Yole Campbell

Yole Mary (Minciotti) Campbell passed peacefully into the arms of Jesus surrounded by her family on January 25, 2022. She was preceded in death by her husband, Harold Campbell; son, Dennis Campbell. She is survived by her family – Therese Campbell, Karen Deckrow, Kenneth (Jim) and Gloria Campbell, Steven Campbell and Patricia Morway, and Elizabeth (Betsy) & Brian Pangle and many wonderful grandchildren.

Rosary services will be held at 9:30 am on Saturday, January 29, 2022, at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church, with visitation following from 10-11 am, and Mass of Christian Burial starting at 11 am. Rev. Troy Nevins presiding. 

Dr. William Passinault

Surrounded by his dear wife and loving family, William Joseph Passinault entered into eternal life on Sunday, December 26, 2021. Bill will be lovingly remembered by his beloved wife of 62 years, Mary Susan (Pettersch) Passinault, children: William Passinault, Jr. and Lisa Passinault, Stephen Passinault, David Passinault (Kathy), Thomas Passinault (Teresa), Joel Passinault (Michelle), James Passinault (Elizabeth), and seventeen precious grandchildren. 

On Thursday, December 30, 2021, the family will receive visitors from 5:00 pm- 7:00 pm followed by the Rosary at 7:30 pm at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church . There will be a Mass of Christian Burial on Friday, December 31, 2021, at 11:00 am followed by a luncheon at the IHM Parish Center. 

Donald Frozley

Donald Frozley, age 84, passed away Monday, December 27, 2021. He is survived by his wife of 30 years, Retha Frozley; children, Stephen (Carolyn) Frozley, Gregory (Alison) Frozley, Kirk (Lisa) Stull, Kraig (Cynthia) Stull, Karon Koepke, Dianna Hill; and 21 grandchildren.

Mass of Christian Burial will be 11am Thursday, December 30, 2021, at Immaculate Heart of Mary, with visitation one-hour prior. Rev. Troy Nevins, presiding.

Richard Koprowski

Richard Carl “Dick” Koprowski, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 21, 2021, at home in Allegan, Michigan at the age of 95. Richard was preceded in death by his wife Nella. He is survived by son Richard (Dianne) Koprowski and daughters Nancy (Scott) VanLeuwen, Diane (Gary) Berryhill, and Janet Butkiewicz, and numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. 

There will be a Mass of Christian Burial with military honors at Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish at 11:00 am on Tuesday, December 28, 2021. Family and friends can meet to share memories in the back of the church one hour prior to the service on Tuesday. 

Virginia Gengle

Virginia Gengle, age 98, passed away in peace on Monday, December 13, 2021. She was preceded in death by many loved ones, including her husband, Edward Gengle. Virginia is survived by her children Ginny (Jim) Czadzeck, George (Connie) Gengle, Bob (Barb) Gengle, Mike (Karen) Gengle, Trish (Rob) Robertson and many grandchildren.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 AM on Tuesday, December 21, 2021, at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church, with visitation one hour prior with Fr. Troy Nevins presiding.

Robert Gregorski

Robert “Bob” Gregorski, 74, of Kentwood, a loving family man and educator, died November 20, 2021, surrounded by his family. Bob is survived by his spouse of 53 years, MaryLynn; and their children: Mike (Pam) Gregorski, Kate (Greg) Weigand and Paul (Stacy) Gregorski and grandchildren.

The family will greet visitors on December 28 from 12:00–3:00 and 5:00-8:00 p.m. at the Matthysse-Kuiper-DeGraaf Funeral Home, 4646 Kalamazoo Ave. S.E., Kentwood. The Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be held on December 29, 2021, at 11:00 a.m. at Immaculate Heart of Mary, presided by Rev. Troy Nevins.

Xuong Van Vu (Grandpa Vu)

Xuong Vu (Vũ văn Xướng), 85 years old, of Grand Rapids, peacefully passed at home on
Wednesday, November 10, 2021 surrounded by his family. Xuong is survived by his beloved wife of 68 years, Khen, and his three daughters: Hoa (Minh), Dung-Thi, Kim-Anh and his two sons: Hong-Anh (Lang) and Van-Anh and many grandchildren.

Funeral services will be held at Immaculate Heart of Mary on Tuesday, November 16th at 11:00 am. A visitation will be held on Sunday, November 14, 2021 from 3:00-4:30 pm (English- with a Rosary at 4:30 pm) and 5:00-6:30 pm (Vietnamese- with a Rosary at 6:30pm) at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church, An additional visitation will be held on Monday, November 15, 2021 from 3:00-6:00 pm at Zaagman Memorial Chapel.

Carolyn Cappo

Carolyn Marie Cappo, loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, died on October 13, 2021, at age ninety-four. Carolyn was preceded in death by her husband Eugene and is survived by her six children: Mark, Amy Ruth, Jeffrey, Louis, Jonathan, and Eugene.

Funeral services will be held at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church, on Friday, November 5, 2021. Visitation will begin at 10:00 a.m. with the funeral mass at 11:00 a.m. Luncheon to follow.

Nancy Mangus

Nancy Lee Mangus, age 89 of Grand Rapids, died peacefully at her home on October 7, 2021. She was preceded in death by her husband of 55 years, Ronald Frank Mangus. She will be lovingly remembered by her children, Tony (Kim) Mangus, Donna (Vaughn) Shade, Carol (Robin) Dana, Mary Ann (Andy) Dietrich and many grandchildren.

Visitation will be 6-8 PM Wednesday, October 13, 2021, at O’Brien-Eggebeen-Gerst Chapel. Mass of Christian Burial will be offered 11 AM Thursday, October 14, 2021, at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church, with visitation one-hour prior. Fr. Troy Nevins presiding.

Audrey Westdorp

Audrey Westdorp, passed away Saturday, September 11, 2021. She is survived by her sons Larry, Steve, Bob, Jim and Paul Westdorp; 14 grandchildren; 7 great grandchildren.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Thursday, September 16, 11:00 AM at the Immaculate Heart of Mary, with Father Troy Nevins as celebrant. Visitation will be held at the Zaagman Memorial Chapel, on Wednesday, September 15, from 5 to 8 PM with a Rosary at 7:30 PM.

Brett Thomas Jelens

Brett Thomas Jelens, passed away peacefully in the presence of his loving family after on Monday, September 6, 2021. He is survived by his brother, Craig Jelens; sisters, Pam and Carla Jelens.

Private services will be held by the family with Fr. Troy Nevins presiding.

Dylan Thebo

Dylan Walter Thebo, age 3, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, September 1, 2021. Dylan is survived and dearly missed by his mother, Katlyn Thebo; sister/best friend, Alaina.

A visitation for Dylan will be held Tuesday, September 7, 2021 from 5-8 pm with a Rosary at 7:30pm at Zaagman Memorial Chapel, 2800 Burton St SE Grand Rapids, MI 49546. A funeral Mass, officiated by Fr. Troy Nevins, will be held Wednesday, September 8, 2021 at 11 am at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church.

Charles Rasmussen

Charles (Chuck) Rasmussen died on August 27^th in Grand Rapids, MI. He was preceded in death by his loving wife Shirley who he was married to for 61 years. Chuck leaves behind four daughters he would often refer to as “Charlies Angels”, Michelle, Stacey, Shari, and Shauna . He had 8 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held 11:00 am Friday, September 3, 2021 at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church. Visitation will be held one-hour prior.  Rev. Troy Nevins, presiding.

Virginia Dykema

Virginia Mae Thouin Dykema, age 89, of Grand Rapids passed away on June 30, 2021.  She was preceded in death by her husband, Steven L. Dykema of 65 years and is survived by five children: Dr. Deborah L. Dykema (Mike Otis); Gregory J. Dykema (Karen); John E. Dykema (Michele Maly); Susan L. Dykema; and Mark S. Dykema (Nancy); and nine grandchildren.

Mass of Christian Burial will be offered Monday, July 5, 2021 at 11:00 AM, at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church, Rev. Leonard Sudlik, presiding. Visitation will be Monday from 10:00 – 11:00 AM at church.

Geraldine Hogan

Geraldine Katherine (Minogue) Hogan, age 93, of Grand Rapids passed away peacefully on May 29, 2021. Gerry is survived by her husband of 65 years, Thomas E Hogan; her two daughters, Bridget (Dean) Hill, and Molly (Tom) Morris and four beloved grandchildren.

Mass of Christian Burial will take place Thursday, June 3, 2021, at 11:00 am at Immaculate Heart of Mary, with visitation one-hour prior. Rev. Troy Nevins, presiding.

Mildred Konle

Mildred Konle died April 6, 2020. Mildred taught typing and shorthand at Catholic Central High School in Grand Rapids for many years. She is survived by many nieces and nephews.

A Memorial Mass will be celebrated at Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish. Tuesday, May 11th at 11:00 am.

Donna Muench

Donna Marie Muench (nee Valkier) died on May 1, 2021 at the age of 89. She is survived by her husband of 68 years John Phillip Muench, by her five children, Mary Jo Baisch (Edward), Laurie J. Muench (Julian Wesley), John P. Muench (Elizabeth Drumm), Margaret Learner, and Jeanne A. Wood (Charles) and grandchildren.

A funeral mass will be held at Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish, on Thursday, May 6, 2021. Visitation begins at 10:00 AM with Mass at 11:00 AM.

Robert Shepherd

Robert Shepherd III age 90 of Grand Rapids, Michigan passed away peacefully into the loving arms of Jesus on April 20th, 2021. He will be deeply missed by his loving, devoted wife Irene, his loving, “favorite Nurse” daughter Debbie (Shepherd-Bates) and grandson’s.

A mass celebrating Bob’s life will take place Friday May 14th, 2021 at 11:00am at Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish. Visitation one hour prior to the service.

Eric Gilbert

Eric Gilbert passed away unexpectedly Monday, March 22, 2021. Eric is survived by his wife of 24 years, Katie; children, Annie, Libby, Teddy.

The family will meet with friends and relatives 2-4pm and 6-8pm, Thursday, March 25 at O’Brien-Eggebeen-Gerst Chapel. Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated Friday, March 26th at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church with Fr. Troy Nevins presiding. (The Funeral mass will be live streamed via you tube: https://youtu.be/8ud8kBWZaf8) The family will receive visitors before mass from 10:00 – 11:00 am. Masks and social distancing will be practiced.

Deborah Ann Marie Nizinski

Deborah Nizinski went to be with the Lord on Monday March 15, 2021. She is survived by her husband Duane; her son Nathan Bouwkamp, and her daughter Melanie Bouwkamp.

The Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated Tuesday March 23, 2021 at 11:00 am at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church. (The funeral mass will be livestreamed via you tube: Immaculate Heart of Mary Church) The family will receive visitors Tuesday from 10:00 to 11:00 am at the church.

Donald Firlik

Donald Firlik passed away on Friday, February 19, 2021. He is survived by his loving wife, Carol Ann of 49 years; daughter, Jennifer Firlik (Jaeha Yo), son Matthew Firlik, and daughter Rebecca Firlik.

Relatives and friends may greet the family on Wednesday, February 24, from 10-11AM with a Mass of Christian Burial to follow at 11AM, at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church.

Marian Geary

Marian Geary passed away Sunday, February 14th, 2021. She is survived by her children Patrick (Patricia) , Timothy (Alma) , Michael (Joan) , Sr. Maureen Geary, OP, , Sheila Geary, and Kevin Geary.

The Mass of Christian Burial will be offered at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church, at 11 am on Thursday, February 25, with visitation at the church beginning at 10 am (both in keeping with COVID-19 restrictions). The Mass will be livestreamed at O’Brien-Eggebeen-Gerst Facebook page.

Gerald Downer

Gerald Downer passed away, Sunday, February 7th, 2021. He is survived by his wife Norma Jean Downer and his children, Gary (Carol), Jeffrey (Sheryl), Karen Downer-Ricketts, and John Downer.

Funeral Services for immediate family will be on Tuesday, February 23, 2021 at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church, Fr. Troy Nevins presiding.

Jane Muldoon

Jane Muldoon passed away, Saturday, February 6th, 2021. She is survived by her children Margaret, Catherine, Mary, Patricia, Judith, Elizabeth, Bridget, James (deceased), Thomas, Joseph and Jane.

Thursday, February 11th at 11:00 am, Immaculate Heart of Mary Church, Msgr. Duncan presiding.

William Zoller

Bill passed away on Friday, January 22nd, 2021. Bill is survived by his loving wife, Carole; his children Greg (Paula), Kristi (Patrick) Cooper, and Bethany Pham (Alex).

A Celebration of Life visitation and Mass will take place in the summer.