Jean (Wrisley) James of Leesburg, FL, formerly of Ionia, MI & Belding, MI, passed away suddenly on April 14, 2024. Jean was born on March 11, 1952 to Merwin & Lorraine (Helmer) Wrisley. She would help anyone she could whether she knew you or not. She enjoyed bingo, bowling, thrift shopping and working the nursery at the Morrison United Methodist Church in Leesburg. She was also a huge Elvis fan. She enjoyed the trips she took with her daughter that included taking a cruise, going to...

Adeline Josephine Schafer, of Westphalia, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on April 11, 2024 at the age of 91. She was born in Westphalia on June 30, 1932 to Ferdinand H. and Anna E. (Thelen) Knoop.  She was a steadfast member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church, where her spirit thrived within the Christian Mothers Society and the Catholic Order of Foresters. Her commitment to her church family was an integral part of her life. Adeline found joy in the simple pleasures...

Lillian (Ormsbee) Pennington, age 91, died peacefully on April 11, 2024 at Stanford Lodge in Sunfield, MI. She was born July 1, 1932, grew up in Bellevue, MI and graduated from Bellevue High School. Lillian met her husband, Harold "Penny" Pennington, while visiting Clear Lake Dance Hall in Dowling with her friends. They married on July 8, 1950 and spent over 34 years together. Harold passed away in 1984, but remained the love of Lillian's life and she spoke of him everyday. She...

Lonzo J. Ferris, of Ionia, passed away on April 10, 2024 at the age of 59. He was born in Ionia on May 7, 1964, the son of John and Madeline Ferris. He was a graduate of Ionia High School - Class of 1983. Lonzo was always helping others and enjoyed doing others yard work. He volunteered at Matthew’s House and enjoyed riding bikes and taking walks. He was a very loving father and grandfather and will be missed by many. Preceding Lonzo in death are his parents; granddaughter, Breanna...

Dane Joseph Van Ells, of Westphalia, died peacefully surrounded by his family on April 5, 2024 after a courageous battle with brain cancer. Dane was born January 9, 1997 and is one of six children to Joseph and Chasidy (Cherpes) Van Ells. He was a 2016 graduate of Pewamo - Westphalia High School and a graduate of the 135th Michigan State Police Trooper Recruit School. He married his wife Baylee on May 8, 2020 and together began raising a family in Fowler, MI.  Dane adored his daughter,...

Phillip John Scheurer, age 65, of Lyons, passed away on Friday, April 5, 2024. Phil was born on October 27, 1958, the son of Kenneth and Jeanette (Esterline) Scheurer. He worked 20 plus years at T.R.W. in Portland and he had a lifelong passion for farming- always, willing to lend a helping hand. Phil enjoyed hunting and was an avid Green Bay Packers fan. He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Jim; infant sister, Caroline Jean; brother-in-law, Tom Mitchell; niece, Ashley Marie...

Roger Wicker, cherished husband, father, grandfather, coach, and friend, passed away on April 5th, 2024, after a courageous health battle. For over 30 years, Roger dedicated himself to the City of East Lansing. But his greatest joy was his family. He leaves behind Lu Ann, his high school sweetheart and loving wife of 48 years, and two amazing children, Josh (Sarah) & Ashley (Ron). He was Papa to Scout and Jersey, Ashley’s daughters and Cody, Josh and Sarah’s son; who will...

Ruth Ann Peake, 86, died in her hometown of Portland, Michigan on April 4th 2024. She was born in Indianapolis, Indiana to Thomas and Dorothy (Dellinger) Brooks. At a young age she developed an ardent passion for entertainment.  Performing at United Services Organization Camp shows with her sister and father.  Her singing and dancing carried her through adulthood, demonstrated best by her work with Portland Civic Players alongside her husband David.  For over 50 years she...

Floyd “Dusty” Dustin Gunsell III, age 48, of Portland passed away on Tuesday, April 2, 2024. He was born on August 7, 1975 the son of Floyd Gunsell II and Donna Hagerman. Dusty enjoyed sand drag racing in his jeep, loved his time at Silver Lake with his family and friends and was a member of the Boosted Adrenaline Sand Racing. He was known for his quick wit and his one liner’s and was loved by all that knew him. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, several aunts...

Almeda Iva Guy, of Portland, passed away peacefully on April 1, 2024 at the age of 82. She was born on February 21, 1942, the daughter of Elon and Hilda (Brown) Dilley. She was a proud graduate of Portland High School, where she made many lasting friendships over the years. Among her many joys in life, Iva found fulfillment in simple pleasures. She delighted in the company of a good book, the challenge of a tricky puzzle, and the task of crocheting. For numerous years, Iva graced the...