Jeffrey Peigler
, Michigan
Jeff was preceded in death by his parents Irene and Ralph Peigler and his siblings Bruce and Pam Peigler. He is survived by his loving sister Lynne Wilson Gerald his daughters Pam Lawson Peigler and Crystal Troll his soninlaw Matt Lawson and his nephews Ryan Ben and Jordan Wilson along with extended family and friends who will deeply miss him. Jeff was known for his happygolucky spirit and the joy he brought to those around him. He had a deep love for music and could often be found playing his guitar not just for himself but for otherssharing moments that brought people together and created lasting memories. A devoted Catholic and believer in Christ Jeffs faith was an important part of his life and guided his appreciation for love family and connection. He had a passion for food especially making homemade pizza always finding ways to turn simple meals into…
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Harriet Laninga
, Michigan
Harriet Mae Schut Laninga age 91 of Grandville was welcomed into the loving arms of her faithful Savior Jesus Christ on Tuesday March 31 2026. She now rejoices with her son David in Heaven. Harriet was a devoted wife mother grandmother greatgrandmother and friend. Above all she was a servant of God and deeply desired that all her family walk with the Lord. Harriet was the eleventh of twelve children born to Gerrit and Nellie Schut and was raised on a farm in Hudsonville. She often spoke with gratitude about her strong faith heritage especially the example of her praying mother. Harriet and Art also treasured their time in Holland including the beach the channel Lake Ranch The General Store and Holiday Haven. Above all Harriet deeply loved her family. She cherished time spent together especially Wednesdays at the pool in Holland with her grandchildren and greatgrandchildren. Those special moments…
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Robert Stevens
, Michigan
Robert Neil Stevens age 76 of Wyoming born on May 15 1949 passed away peacefully on Friday March 27 2026. After graduating from high school he enlisted in the United States Navy and proudly served his country during the Vietnam War. Bob went on to become the longtime owner of Mels Party Store dedicating 38 years to the business. He was a wellknown and respected presence in the Grandville community serving not only as a business owner but also as a mentor to many young employees over the years. Bob had a deep passion for coon and rabbit hunting and took great pride in raising several Grand Night World Champion hunting dogs. He also devoted many years to coaching his sons sports teams and later generously gave his time as a videographer for the football and basketball programs at Wyoming Park High School. He will be remembered as a man…
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Katherine Mekkes
, Michigan
Katherine Anne Irwin Mekkes born July 6 1922 age 103 went to be with her Lord on Friday March 27 2026. She was preceded in death by her husband of 69 years Cornelius "Casey" Mekkes parents Leslie D. and Bernice Irwin siblings David and Marie Irwin Mary Irwin Kooyers and Harold Kooyers brother Leslie Irwin sistersinlaw and brothersinlaw Anna and Dick Top John and Sena Mekkes Jeanette and John St. Charles Kathryn and William Headley sonsinlaw Bruce OConnor and Daniel Stachowiak. She will be dearly remembered by her children Mary Beth and Tom Bartlett Tim and Judy Mekkes Martha Mekkes OConnor Laura Mekkes Stachowiak ten grandchildren numerous greatgrandchildren and greatgreatgrandchildren sisterinlaw Mary Irwin many nieces and nephews and kind neighbors Jeff Clark and Garry Berens. Katherine was a woman who dearly loved her Lord and her family including her church family of Grandville First Reformed Church and special friends Alexsander…
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Ricky Leclaire
, Michigan
Rick was born in Amarillo Texas and moved to Michigan with his family at a young age. He spent much of his life working as an access control engineer and building homes taking great pride in creating things with his hands. Rick had a love for classic rock music and cherished his summers spent cruising on his speedboat. He had a witty sense of humor and a gift for impressions always bringing laughter to his family and friends. He will be lovingly remembered by his wife Sharie of 40 years his father Carl Bill LaClaire children Lydia Cam Friesma Melissa LeClaire Ryan LeClaire siblings Randy Ellen LeClaire Jeff LaClaire several nieces nephews grandnephews. He was preceded in death by his mother Nancy Jane LaClaire. Funeral services will be held 12 pm Friday April 3 at Matthysse Kuiper DeGraaf Funeral Home 4646 Kalamazoo Ave SE Kentwood with Rev. Chris Pannell officiating.…
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Maria Cano
, Michigan
Maria Cano age 95 born in Saint Ignacio de la Sierra Durango Mexico passed away peacefully on Monday March 30 2026. She was a kind loving generous and hardworking woman with a deep devotion to her family. She was a devoted and loving wife to her husband Adauto for 73 years. She will be fondly remembered by her family for her warm smile comforting hugs and the big kisses she lovingly placed on their cheeks. Maria was preceded in death by her children Ernestinas and Marcelino Cano parents Marcos Cervantes and Isabel Martinez. She will be lovingly remembered by her loving husband Adauto Cano children Gavina Eduardo Petra Jose Benjamin Soledad Gilberto Onesima Adauto Donna daughterinlaw Leobarda 19 grandchildren 17 greatgrandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends may visit with the family Saturday on Saturday April 4 2026 13 pm at the funeral home. Funeral services will be…
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Donna Vitale
, Michigan
Donna Vitale age 84 of Grand Rapids went home to be with the Lord peacefully on Friday March 27 2026. She loved spending time with her family. She also loved crafting sewing card making and baking. Most of all she was a devoted wife mother and grandmother. She will be lovingly remembered by her husband of 65 years Andrew children Laura and Ted Engstrom Renee and Dave Mead Christine and Dave Ward Anthony Vitale Andrew Vitale Jr. grandchildren Tasha Vitale Brandon Engstrom David Vestita Ward Andrew Heather Vitale III Kyle Amanda Engstrom Travis Rachel Ward Anthony Megan Vitale Stephanie Covington Timothy Jones Taylor Emely Vitale Brittany Corbin Thompson Mackenzie Vitale Alyssa Vitale and Cody Teliczan Alyson Vitale fianc Austin Andrews 19 great grandchildren 1 great great grandchild sisters Anne Jack Mikulich Cathy Cole many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents Walter and Nettie Van Oeveren…
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John Hoeksema
, Michigan
John Duane Hoeksema age 56 of Hopkins went to be with his Lord on Monday March 30 2026. He was a dedicated employee of Witte Lawn Maintenance for over 30 years. In his free time he enjoyed hunting fishing woodworking and metal crafting. He was a proud and loving father to his son and had a special love for his dog Piper. John was a devoted family man who cherished time spent with his loved ones. He also took pleasure in the simple things including a strong cup of coffee iced tea Peanut MMs and PopTarts. He was preceded in death by his mother Mary I. Hoeksema and a best friend Butch. He will be lovingly remembered by his son Ryan Hoeksema his parents John and Mary Y. Hoeksema sisters Julie and Ron Oosterink Joy and Tony Smit brother Jeff and Julie Hoeksema and many nieces and nephews. A memorial…
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Viola Lukas
, Michigan
Viola Lukas age 98 of Wyoming Michigan passed away peacefully to be with her Lord on Thursday March 26 2026. She found great joy in the outdoors and cherished her time knitting and quilting at church along with traveling camping doing puzzles and trips to the casino. She was preceded in death by her husband Andrew and dear companion Ronald Kobel and Dick Whitman sisters Dorine Ray Disney Marlene Ray Smith brothers Edward Pat Smith and Jack Sukie Smith and Ted Linda Kadish son baby Andrew Lukasiewicz great grandchildren Christian Goudy Gabriel Murphy Maria Murphy grandson in law Mark Goudy She will be lovingly remembered by her children Trudy Lee Jim Wilson of Byron Center Edmund Karen Fairfield Lukasiewicz of Wyoming grandchildren Toni Dale Karsten Tobi John Murphy Marc Wilson Kristen Karen Lukasiewicz Jennifer Sean Lukasiewicz great grandchildren Timothy Stephanie Cody Delaney Chase Bryce Kaydence Sylvia great great grandchild Evelyn…
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Rick Griffee
, Michigan
Rick Griffee age 67 of Wyoming passed away peacefully on Monday March 30 2026. Rick loved being in the great outdoors. He enjoyed fishing hunting off roading in his jeep and riding his motorcycle. Rick was also a fan of any music by Ted Nugent. More than anything though Rick loved and cherished his family and they will miss his last minute adventures that he would take them on. He will be lovingly remembered by his children Katherine Steven DeBoer Samantha Huston MaryJo Matthew Hemmer grandchildren Colin Cronin Ella Cronin Barrett Huston Eli Huston Peanut Huston Richell Hiar Roger Hemmer siblings Amy Griffee Rose Griffee Robert Drzewiecki Ron Griffee Bill Griffee Paul Griffee and dog Boo Boo. Funeral services will be held 11 am Friday April 3 at Matthysse Kuiper DeGraaf Funeral Home 4031 Clyde Park Ave SW Wyoming. Burial will be held at Rest Lawn Cemetery. Relatives and friends…
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Denise Bigham
, Michigan
Denise grew up in Huntington Beach CA and spent many of her younger years on the beaches with the sun in her wild lovely hair. She grew up alongside an older sister Lorraine and a younger brother Josh. She was full of so much love for everyone around her and she always made sure people knew how much she cared. Denise never forgot to send a Christmas card a thank you note or birthday snail mail. Denise was married for many years to Tom and together they raised Haley and Jackson in Sunnyvale CA. Denise always brought oranges to soccer games cheered during baseball and softball made the best homemade tacos for dinners and had a laugh that you couldnt help but laugh along with. She had two beautiful grandsons Roman 8 and Bennett 4 who loved spending time with their Decee as they called her. Everyone who knew Denise…
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Carol Degoede
, Michigan
Carol Jane DeGoede age 80 of Grand Rapids MI passed away peacefully on Sunday March 29 2026 surrounded in love by her family. Mrs. Carol VanderMeer DeGoede was born in Grand Rapids MI on September 3 1945 the daughter of Jacob and Marian Huber VanderMeer. On May 6 1966 she married Donald R. DeGoede at Oakdale Reformed Church he survives. Her two children also survive her Kurt DeGoede Beth of Mount Joy PA and Julie DeGoede May Scott of Fishers IN. Five grandchildren lovingly remember her Nathaniel DeGoede Grace May Donnell Thomas Anna DeGoede Derek May and Elise May. Also surviving are her sisters Janice Berrevoets John and Marcia DeVries Roger her brother Jack VanderMeer Shellee and several nieces and nephews. Carol graduated from Ottawa Hills High School in 1963. She worked as a secretary for the Superintendent of the Grand Rapids Public Schools Board of Education. After Kurt was…
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