The Obituary Section

Russell Coble

, Michigan

He is survived by his wife Stacey and their three children Jameson Ivy and Macon parents Tim and Cheri Woodsmall of Mt. Carmel Illinois parentsinlaw Dwight and Dianne Berens of Hudsonville sisters Calli Crow Andres Seidner of Traverse City Juli Coble Melissa Owens of Savannah Georgia and Lindsey Brandon Zolynsky of Wyoming stepbrothers Nathan and Mathew Woodsmall of Allendale Illinois Timmy Pam Sharp and Justin Emily Landreth of Flora Illinois siblingsinlaw Heather Doug VanderVeen Regan Cadie Berens Jordan Jill Berens Michael Berens and Jonathan Charlie Vander Vliet as well as numerous aunts uncles nieces nephews cousins and friends. He was preceded by his father Jeffrey T Coble grandparents Leroy and Barb Coble of Flora IL and Frank and Georgia Neal of Louisville IL. A service to celebrate Russells life will be held on Saturday August 22 2026 at 4 p.m. at Chapel Pointe Church 3350 Baldwin Street Hudsonville with Pastor…

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Carol Ondersma

, Michigan

Carol Jean Ondersma age 78 of Allendale Michigan went to be with the Lord surrounded by her loving family on Tuesday August 18 2026. She cherished her grandchildren and treasured the time spent with family and friends. She and her husband were proud members of the Dusty Wheels Model A Ford Club enjoying the fellowship and friends that came with it. Her faith was an important part of her life and she loved her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. She was also deeply proud to be an American. She especially loved Christmas shopping and spending time with those she held dear. She found joy in cooking and caring for others always looking for ways to make the people she loved feel special. Some of her happiest memories were made at the cabin where there was plenty of laughter and time to simply enjoy life. She had a wonderful gift for…

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Chuck Thompson

, Michigan

Charles "Chuck" Thompson 86 passed away peacefully on August 7 2026 after a long journey with the effects of vascular dementia. Born on April 27 1940 in Grand Rapids Michigan Chuck graduated from South High School in 1958 earned his bachelors degree from Central Michigan University in 1963 and later received a masters degree from Michigan State University. Chuck devoted 33 years to education as a teacher at East Grand Rapids Middle School where he positively impacted the lives of countless students. He also pursued his lifelong passion for sports as a coach at East Grand Rapids High School leading varsity football boys basketball and girls track programs. Whether in the classroom or on the field he was known for his dedication mentorship and unwavering belief in young people. He is survived by his wife of 65 years Lill his brother Terry and sister Marty his children Garde Mindy and…

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Sonja SchultzFryer

, Michigan

Sonja Elaine SchultzFryer age 68 of Wyoming Michigan joined the chorus of heavenly saints on August 8th 2026. Sonja was born in Louisville Kentucky on September 24 1957. Sonja leaves behind a legacy of joy justice and love that will live on in the countless lives she touched. Sonja graduated from Rogers High School in Wyoming and later earned a Bachelor of Music with a minor in Theatre from Alma College in 1979. While at Alma she was a member of the Alpha Theta Sorority and was an active participant in the colleges theatrical productions. Music was an important part of Sonjas life from a very young age but what mattered most to her was sharing its joy and helping others discover its power. For 44 years she shared that passion as a dedicated music teacher in the Grand Rapids Public School system teaching middle school band choir and orchestra…

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Margaret Shields

, Michigan

Margaret Louise Shields age 85 of Grand Rapids Michigan passed away peacefully on August 19th 2026 surrounded by the affection of those who loved her most. Born on September 9 1940 in the small town of Wheatfield Indiana our beloved mother grandmother greatgrandmother wife and cherished friend came from humble beginnings. As an only child she faced challenges at an early age when she lost her mother at just 13 years old. Despite this loss Margaret found strength in the love and support of those around her. She carried that love with her throughout her life giving it completely to the family friends and loved ones who were fortunate enough to know her. Her warmth compassion and genuine care for others never wavered. She and her childhood best friend blazed their own trail out of Wheatfield as young women. Together they embraced life to the fullest living in both Chicago…

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Glenn Woodall Ii

, Michigan

Alan Glenn Woodall II known to many as Glenn passed away peacefully in his home on Tuesday August 11 2026 in Grand Rapids Michigan. Glenn was born at St. Vincents Hospital in Birmingham Alabama on November 20 1981. He graduated from Shades Valley High School class of 2000. He attended Central Alabama Community College CACC from 20002002. He played baseball for CACC and was a team captain the year they made it all the way to the College World Series in Grand Junction Colorado. Glenn lived a life marked by determination loyalty laughter and an extraordinary ability to bring people together. He had a magnetic personality that drew people to him and once he became your friend he was fiercely loyal. He had a huge heart and a gift for making the people closest to him feel loved valued and special. Glenns professional life had many chapters. He had over…

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Gloria Durr

, Michigan

Gloria E. Durr age 100 passed away on Tuesday August 4 2026 at Porter Hills in Grand Rapids MI. She was born on April 21 1926 in Livingston County IL and was the daughter of Ira and Eva Jacobson Marko. Gloria lived in DeKalb IL for a good portion of her life as well as Spring Lake MI before settling in Grand Rapids. In her free time she enjoyed reading and was an accomplished knitter. However nothing brought Gloria greater joy than her greatest accomplishment being a mom grandma greatgrandma and great greatgrandma to her loving family. Her canine companions over the years also were a big part of her life especially Buttons her beloved Shih Tzu who offered much comfort in Gloria. Gloria is survived by her two sons John Betty Durr of Grand Rapids MI and James Mary Durr of Sparta MI six grandchildren Aric Polly Jason Nikki…

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Ray Whaley

, Michigan

August 12, 2026

Ray Thomas Whaley age 89 passed away on August 13 2026. Born in Cadillac Michigan Ray spent most of his life in the Grand Rapids area with Ada being his longtime home. Ray proudly served in the U.S. Army with the National Security Agency. Following his military service he attended Ferris State University where he earned his degree in pharmacy. He went on to own and operate Fulton Pharmacy on the west side of Grand Rapids for more than 25 years. During those years Ray was an active and respected member of the Grand Rapids business community and formed lasting friendships with many people he served. Family and community were at the heart of Rays life. He was an active member of Ada Congregational Church and devoted many years to the Boy Scouts. He was especially proud to see all three of his sons achieve the rank of Eagle Scout.…

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