 Paul E. Cook, 82, passed away on Wednesday morning, July 15, 2020 at his home in Shepherd, MI. He was born on Oct. 10, 1937 in Fremont to Edward and Marion (Harkema) Cook. He was a member of Second Christian Reformed Church in Fremont prior to moving to Shepherd, and he was currently a member of First Methodist Church in Palmetto, Florida. Paul also attended Central Christian Church in Mount Pleasant, Michigan. He had worked at General Motors in Grand Rapids for 32 years until his retirement in 1996, and he was a member of UAW Local 730. Paul loved to fish, play cards, and spend the winter months in Florida. He also enjoyed attending sporting events of his children & grandchildren, and he always loved a good road trip. On August 8, 1958 he married Allene Christoffersen who preceded him in death on April 11, 2009. Paul married Roberta Gilbert on January 19, 2013 and is survived by her along with his three sons, David (Chris) Cook of Grant, Michael (Kathy) Cook of Fremont, and Mark (Jill) Cook of Royal Oak; five grandchildren, Tiffany, Jon, Paige (John), Shannon (Adam), and Thad; one great-granddaughter, Claire, and another on the way; sister Mary Lou Wilkins of Grand Rapids; Roberta’s nine children, Pamela, Linda, Denise, Annette, Paula, Carol, Keith, Bobbi, & Jody; and her 18 grandchildren & 19 great grandchildren. Paul is also survived by his brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law Larry and Jane Hager of Jenison; Richard and Christina (deceased) Christoffersen of Rosenberg, Texas, Greg and Pam Christoffersen of Fremont, Gene and Donita Christoffersen of Fremont, Steve and Mary Christoffersen of Fremont, Barb and Robert (deceased) Hollinger of Grant, Kim and Carl Christenson of Holt, Joni and Tim Boeskool of Fremont, Lon and Tammy Christoffersen of Fremont, Beverly and Roger Flannery of Iowa, Frank (deceased) and Rose Jacobs of Weidman, MI., Bill and Gail Jacobs of Mount Pleasant; and by many nieces and nephews. Paul was preceded in death by his parents Edward and Marion; sister Barb Hager, grandson Joshua Cook, brother-in-law Leonard Wilkins, and sisters-in-law & their husbands: Sheri and Larry Herin, Carol and Elton Machuta. Visitation will be held at the Kroeze-Wolffis Funeral Home from 10-12 Noon on Saturday, July 18, 2020. Due to restrictions related COVID-19, a limited number of people will be allowed in at a time, and masks are required. A Graveside Service will be held at 12:30 PM on Saturday at Sherman Township Cemetery with Pastor Doug MacLeod officiating. Please bring your own mask, lawn chair, and umbrella (for sun or rain). Suggested Memorials: Heartland Hospice of Mount Pleasant or Newaygo County, or the Look Left Look Twice Joshua Cook Memorial at Chemical Bank. You can sign the online guest book at www.kroeze-wolffis.com. Arrangements are by Kroeze-Wolffis Funeral Home, Inc. of Fremont.
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 Mrs. Nora B. Houston, age 88 of Bridgeton Township, passed away on Tuesday morning, May 12, 2020 at her home. She was born on July 26, 1931 in Bellflower, Ohio to William & Clara (Kempton) Fowler. Nora enjoyed fishing, cooking, knitting, & crocheting, which included making baby hats for the hospital, and scrubbies. She had also worked for Gerber Products Company. On December 18, 1948 she married Albert Houston and he preceded her in death on June 6, 2007. She was also preceded in death by her daughter, Connie Sue Houston in 1953; by her son-in-law, Earl Gouine in 1990; by her sister Eloda Dorn; and by her brothers: Francis, Joe, & Tom Fowler. Nora is survived by 3 children: Bonnie Gouine of Montague, Albert W. Houston of Bridgeton Twp, Michael Houston of Bridgeton Twp; 4 grandchildren: Arthur (Hayley) Gouine, Richard (Sara) Houston, Amy (Shawn) Lynch, Richard (Melissa)Gouine; 10 great grandchildren & 1 great-great grandson; sisters & brother: Janet Jones, Martha Hicks, Robert (Sheryl) Fowler, & Keitha Loomis all of the Bridgeton Area. A private family graveside service was held at Bridgeton Township Cemetery with Pastor Nick Bowling officiating. A Memorial Gathering will be held on Sunday, July 26, 2020 from 1-3 PM at the Holton American Legion Post (9150 Holton Road, Holton, Michigan 49425). In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be given to Harbor Hospice, or the Holton American Legion Post. You can sign the online guest book at www.kroeze-wolffis.com. Arrangements are by Kroeze-Wolffis Funeral Home, Inc. of Fremont.  Neil (Jeff) Jefferies, age 85 of Cedar Creek Township, passed away on Sunday, April 26, 2020 at home with his family by his side. The family would like to thank Spectrum Health Hospice and Dr. Ceton for all of their care. Jeff was born in Portland, Oregon to William K. & Margaret (Rose) Jefferies on November 26, 1934. Jeff graduated from Cleveland High School in Oregon, and from Muskegon Community College. He was a US Army Veteran of the Korean War. Jeff had owned many businesses including accounting, Jeff’s Tire Barn, J.T.B. Trucking, and J.T.B. Surplus. He enjoyed hunting & fishing. Jeff leaves his wife of 63 years, Betty; son, Bill & Kris Jefferies; daughters: Barb & Bob Scott, Brenda & Dennis Bean; grandchildren: Geoff & Jessica, Jordan & Billy, Ashton & Jimmy; great grandchildren: Emrey, Josey, Hadley, Will, Braley, River, & one on the way; step-grandchildren: Trevor & Kiernan & Family, Tristan & Lisa & Family, Alyssa & Josh & Family, Kim & Family, Kraig & Family, Kari & Marc & Family, Kassi & Tony & Family; sister, Mariann & Chan; brothers: Kenny, Jack & Donna; sisters-in-law: Mary Ann Jefferies, Donna Hardy, Linda Parrish & Rick; and many nieces & nephews. Jeff was preceded in death by his mother & father, brother Bill in 2020, and grandson Keith in 2006. According to his wishes, cremation has taken place and a Memorial Service will be held at the Jefferies Residence (3746 Holton Duck Lake Road, Twin Lake, MI. 49457) beginning with Military Rites at 11:00 AM on Saturday, July 18, 2020 followed by a luncheon and time to visit until 2:00 PM. You can sign the online guest book at www.kroeze-wolffis.com. Arrangements are by Kroeze-Wolffis Funeral Home, Inc. of Fremont.   Wilma Lee Ball of White Cloud , formerly of Hesperia, passed away at home on May 30, 2020. She was born on August 13, 1941 in Fremont, MI., and was one of several children of Franklin & Edith (Davis) Tinkham. Wilma was raised in Hesperia, MI. and graduated from Hesperia High School in 1960. She was always a caregiver and took care of others when they were sick. She especially enjoyed taking care of her grandchildren, and she enjoyed cooking. Wilma is survived by her husband, Robert Ball of White Cloud; her 4 children, all of White Cloud: David (Diane) Stockwell, Donn (Shannon) Shafer, Tammy Provenzano, & Carla Ball; 11 grandchildren: Heather Stockwell, Joshua (Amy) Stockwell, Shana (Matthew) Zeestraten, Jennifer (John) Borgman, Laura Shafer, Megan Russell, Carl Ball, Joseph Shafer, Jared Hon, Trevor Hon, & Kiara Witte; and 18 great grandchildren. She is also survived by 4 sisters & 1 brother: Ann Campbell, Mary Jane Rossman, her twin sister Wanda (Robert) Kakoczki, Wayne Tinkham, Emery (Betsy) Tinkham; and by many nieces & nephews. Wilma was preceded in death by her parents; by her brothers & sisters: Mernard Tinkham, Olive Hettmansperger, Donna Hettmansperger; Franklin Tinkham, Paul Tinkham, Dan Tinkham, Harry Tinkham, & Donald Tinkham; and by several brothers-in-law & sisters-in-law. A Graveside Service will be held at 11:00 AM on Saturday, July 11, 2020 at Sherman Township Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be given to Spectrum Health Hospice, or St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. You can sign the online guest book at www.kroeze-wolffis.com. Arrangements are by Kroeze-Wolffis Funeral Home, Inc. of Fremont.  Mr. George “Georgie” Joseph Golembeski, age 85 of Fremont, passed away on Sunday, June 21, 2020 at his home. He was born on August 18, 1934 in Grand Rapids, Michigan to Edmund & Helen (Konwiniski) Golembeski. George was a US Navy Veteran of the Korean War, and a US Coast Guard Veteran of the Vietnam Era. He had been a special delivery driver for the US Postal Service. George had always been very involved and supportive with his girls. He went to every one of their events until his health started to fail. He loved watching them play sports, his favorite was softball, and he attended as many games as he could. Everyone on the teams called him grandpa. He was a soft spoken, kind, loving man. He loved sports, and his princess Sophie. He is survived by his wife, Carmen (Martin-Gomez) Golembeski, who he married on September 28, 1967; daughter, Remedios “Rayme” (Rich Betz) Supernaw; son, Juan Golembeski; granddaughters: Megan Supernaw, Mckenze (Matthew TerVeer) Supernaw TerVeer; great granddaughter, Harlyn Rae TerVeer; and beloved dog Sophie. George was preceded in death by his brothers, Richard & Edmund. The family will be having a private celebration of his life. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be given to the Fremont Softball Team. You can sign the online guest book at www.kroeze-wolffis.com. Arrangements are by Kroeze-Wolffis Funeral Home, Inc. of Fremont.   Mr. Floyd Kenneth Buckowing, Jr., age 56 of Grand Rapids, passed away on Saturday, June 27, 2020 at Spectrum Health Butterworth Hospital in Grand Rapids. He was born on September 1, 1963 in Grand Rapids, Michigan to Floyd Kenneth & Patricia L. (McConnell) Buckowing. Floyd was a self employed independent contractor, and he was an avid outdoorsman. He is survived by his sisters & brothers: Terri Ellison, Lori (Brian) Holt, Kevin (Kim) Buckowing, Dawn Buckowing, John (Sherry) Buckowing. He is also survived by many nieces & nephews who he considered to be his kids. Floyd was preceded in death by his parents. Due to current restrictions related to COVID-19 concerning social distancing, there will be a visitation at the Kroeze-Wolffis Funeral Home from 4-8 PM on Thursday, July 2, 2020 with a limited amount of visitors being allowed in at a time. Masks are optional. Following the visitation there will be an informal gathering at the home of Kevin & Kim Buckowing, 7383 Center Street, Newaygo, Michigan 49337. There will be no funeral service and interment will be in Big Prairie-Everett Township Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be given to the funeral home to help with expenses, or you can give at the GoFundMe page: Floyd Kenneth Buckowing Jr. Funeral Fund organized by Kenneth Spencer. You can sign the online guest book at www.kroeze-wolffis.com. Arrangements are by Kroeze-Wolffis Funeral Home, Inc. of Fremont.  Mrs. Frances E. Fox-Pyper, age 98 of Fremont, passed away on Saturday afternoon, June 27, 2020 at Pilgrim Manor in Grand Rapids. She was born on April 17, 1922 in Mount Pleasant, Michigan to Floyd & Alma (Kniffen) Crotser. She had been a telephone operator, and she had enjoyed working in the bakery at Bill’s Shop-N-Save in Fremont for several years. She had also been an active member of Croton Community Church, where she taught Sunday School, Children’s Church, and Bible School for many years. She was preceded in death by her husbands, Ron Fox and Andy Pyper. She was also preceded in death by her brother & sisters: Sam, Verda, Doris, Dorothy, Evelyn, & Helen. She is survived by 4 children: Linda (Curt) Jorgensen, Rachel (Cliff) Bonga, Janice (Bob) Hewitt, Dr. Mark (Jane) Fox; many grandchildren, great grandchildren, & great-great grandchildren; and by 2 sisters: Bea & Sally. Due to current restrictions related to COVID-19 concerning social distancing, a Graveside Service will be held at 10:00 AM on Saturday, July 11, 2020 at Clark Cemetery in Fremont. Those attending are asked to bring their own lawn chair for seating, and masks are optional. Suggested Memorial: Pilgrim Manor. You can sign the online guest book at www.kroeze-wolffis.com. Arrangements are by Kroeze-Wolffis Funeral Home, Inc. of Fremont.  Daniel B. Ward (Bud), age 79 of Fremont, passed away on Saturday evening, June 27, 2020 at Spectrum Health Gerber Memorial in Fremont, the city that he loved and where he spent most of his life. He was born on August 26, 1940 in Fremont, Michigan to Fred & Juanita (Wright) Ward. Dan had been a mechanic all of his life, and he had worked at the former Texaco Gas Station in Newaygo and at the former Pontiac Garage in Fremont. He had also been a truck driver for the Newaygo County Road Commission, and had done custodial and maintenance work for St Michael Catholic Church in Brunswick. In 2002 he retired from Fremont Public Schools, where he made deliveries within the school district. Dan was a big John Wayne fan, he loved to hunt, and he enjoyed opening & closing the Big Bay Health Camp for special needs children in Marquette, Michigan each year with his friends. He loved spending time with his family, and was always there for his family & friends. Dan is survived by his wife of 52 ¾ years, Judith (Schuman) Ward, who he married on October 26, 1967; by 8 children: Maria (Phil) Bouma, Teresa DeMull, Nancy Hills, Donald (Robin) Mills, Donna (Jim) Zeldenrust, Juanita Zimmerman, Lisa (Stan) Deur, Dan (Malinda) Ward; numerous grandchildren & many great grandchildren; sisters & brother: Pat Fedore, Jeri (Larry) Esakson, Diana Johnson, Rita Vaughn, Robert (Debra) Ward; and by many nieces & nephews. Dan was preceded in death by his parents; by an infant daughter, Susan; and by his sister, Carol Fuller. Due to current restrictions related to COVID-19 concerning social distancing, a Private Funeral Mass will be held on Wednesday, July 1, 2020 at All Saints Catholic Church in Fremont with Fr. Pete Schafer as Celebrant. You can watch the service live-stream on the Kroeze-Wolffis Funeral Home facebook page at 11:00 AM on Wednesday. Interment will be at Mount Calvary Cemetery in Fremont. Suggested Memorial: All Saints Catholic Church. You can sign the online guest book at www.kroeze-wolffis.com. Arrangements are by Kroeze-Wolffis Funeral Home, Inc. of Fremont.  Mr. John Harvey Crawford , 79, of White Cloud, Michigan was born April 17, 1941 and passed away on Sunday, June 21, 2020 of natural causes at his home. He was preceded in death by his wife of 37 years , Sandra Crawford, in 1998. Surviving family members are his children, Kristine (Jim) Slusser of Easley, SC. Mark (Darla) Crawford of Coloma, MI. His Grandchildren, Joel (Chelsea) Slusser, Jared (Avery) Slusser, Josh Slusser, Jase Slusser all of SC, Shawn (Jessica) Crawford, Stefannie (Patrick) Whitlatch, Brittany (Liam) Lash of MI and 11 great-grandkids. John H. Crawford was a wonderful Husband, Father and Grandfather and bragged about his family to anyone that would listen. He was a Navy vet and loved his country. His career was in Education starting out teaching high school but retiring at the college level as he thought teaching 9th grade girls was like trying to herd cats. He was a teller of tales and jokes and played practical jokes on people that have been talked about for years. He could play a mean banjo and whistle any tune. Give him a piece of wood and he could carve a masterpiece or a sought after walking stick. He never met a stranger and a friend was a friend for life. He’d even pass out his homemade business cards and if you received one, you would know that he could leap tall buildings in a single bound. We called him Dad, Pop, big Pop, Grandpa, Big Papa, JC, Not Ron and The Old Man. He enjoyed teasing the grandkids and would tell them, “Call me Uncle, people are listening! He taught his Children and Grandchildren to fish, hunt, tie flies, carve and shoot guns just to name a few. He enjoyed trading nickels with grandkids, making simple bets on the first or largest fish, or who would win the next ball game. If he lost, you were told that he wouldn’t be able to eat that week. He belonged to many gun clubs and could shoot a bullseye or explode an egg on any given day (except when he used the excuse of too much wind, of course). He had many words of advice for anyone that would listen, said that life was too short for bad coffee and in life you can choose to laugh or cry, and life is more fun when you laugh! The most important wisdom he parted was “Family and Friends come First” and he lived his daily life that way. He was a great Man and will be missed by many. A private celebration of life will be held on Sunday, June 28th. Memorial Donations in his name can be made to: Benefit4kids, 21660 23 Mile Road, Macomb, MI 48044 (B4K.org), or Twin Lake Gun Club, P.O. Box 91, Twin Lake, MI 49457 (twinlakegunclub.com). You can sign the online guest book at www.kroeze-wolffis.com. Arrangements are by Kroeze-Wolffis Funeral Home, Inc. of Fremont.   Mary Lee (Kraley) Thompson, age 78 of Hesperia, passed away early Friday morning, June 19, 2020 in Hesperia. She was born on March 3, 1942 in Fremont, Michigan to Frederick and Vera Lee (Rumsey) Kraley. She graduated from Grand Valley State to begin her teaching career of 30 years at Hesperia Elementary School as a first-grade teacher, retiring in 2006. She was a member of the MEA Retired, a Hesperia Beautification volunteer, and a member at Reeman Christian Reformed Church. She enjoyed gardening, bird watching, cooking, and baking cakes from scratch. After her retirement, she enjoyed her time volunteering for Hesperia and Grant Public Schools, with many days helping in her daughter Mrs. Flauaus' classroom. She was preceded in death by her parents, granddaughter, Kelsey Michelle Martin. Mary Lee is survived by 4 children: Candace (HJ) Flauaus, Peggy (Kenneth) Muckey, Raymond (Marilyn) Thompson, Michael (Kathleen) Thompson; 12 grandchildren: Ashley (Jason) Thompson, Brittany (Mike) Escalante, Betty Jo (Andy) Carter, Kara Jo Martin, Joanie (Christopher) Booher, Clinton (Fiancé, Jennifer) Muckey, Lindsey (Gerald) Walker, Megan (Adam) Teall, Amanda (Dr. Aaron) Thatcher, Craig (Dr. Emily) Thompson, Amanda (Robert) Merrill, Sarah (Fiancé, AJ) Stoerman; 17 great grandchildren; 4 siblings: Frederick John (Cheryl) Kraley, Thomas (Sara) Kraley, Richard (Jean) Kraley, Jane (Jerry, deceased) Wolfsen; and one Aunt, Helen ‘Tous’ (Harold) Smith. A Graveside Service will be held at 11:00 AM on Thursday, June 25, 2020 at West Hesperia Cemetery. Due to COVID-19 concerns, those wishing to attend the graveside service are asked to wear masks, observe strict social distancing guidelines, and bring your own lawn chair. For those who are unable to attend, a full video of the graveside service will be available on the Kroeze-Wolffis website on June 26, 2020. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations be made to Alzheimer’s Association (http://www.alz.org/gmc/) or Tamarac Alzheimer’s Support Group (https://tamaracwellness.org/community-health/support-groups/). You are encouraged to sign the online guestbook at https://www.kroeze-wolffis.com/. Arrangements are by Kroeze-Wolffis Funeral Home, Inc. of Fremont. |
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