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John Thomas Barfuss died peacefully at home on Labor Day, September 7, 2020, surrounded by his loving wife and sons. He was born in Grand Rapids on August 10, 1952 to Elizabeth (Hills) and John David Barfuss, and spent his childhood rambling the woods and fields of the family home on 52nd Street in Cascade Township. He attended Caledonia Elementary and Middle School, and from an early age was known for his humor, creativity, and friendliness. At Caledonia High School he was in band (trumpet,...

After 80 remarkable years—many spent traveling the world, the last few spent close to home with family—David B. Wood has embarked on his next epic trip. Barry, as he was known to his family, died on August 31, 2020, from complications related to Parkinson’s disease. He had been living at Clark Home in Grand Rapids, Michigan, after relocating from the San Francisco Bay Area, where he resided for more than 40 years. Barry was a true original, a lifelong bachelor who...

Robert Alan Samples, 50, of Grand Rapids, MI, died tragically as a result of injuries sustained in a car accident on August 29, 2020.  Robert was born in Franklin, IN, to Jeffrey Samples and Gaylyn Gunter (formerly Samples).  He will be lovingly remembered by his wife of nearly 27 years, Cathryn L. Chadwick, and their 4 children – Cheyenne (25), Willow (15), Robert (10) and Lark (9) Samples and his granddaughter, Erin Samples (6).   He is survived by...

James F. White passed away August 26, 2020 after an extended battle with Parkinson’s disease and dementia. He met these challenges with the same determination he exhibited throughout his 101 years on this earth, including orphanhood, the Great Depression, and the European theater of World War II. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother and uncle. He had an abundant love for his wife, Vivian, two sons and extended family. His innate intelligence, love of a good challenge...

William (Bill) McKenzie, age 84, passed away on Wednesday, August 26, 2020.  Bill was preceded in death by his wife Carol McKenzie.  He is survived by his daughter Susan Talbert (Kirk) and son Scott (Mary) McKenzie and grandchildren David and Sarah Talbert, Molly and Maty McKenzie, and 3 great grandchildren.  In lieu of flowers, he would be honored to have donations made to the American Legion.

Jayne Elizabeth Abbott Schafer, age 67, of Grand Rapids, passed away at St. Mary’s Hospital after a sudden diagnoses of late stage cancer on Tuesday, August 25th. She was surrounded by family and friends, who will cherish their memories of her abundant spirit and passion for life. Jayne was born in Grand Rapids, MI on May 19, 1953 to Jay C. and Eleanor (Lee) Abbott. She graduated from East Grand Rapids High School in 1971 and attended Central Michigan University. She completed a MA at...

Willard (Bill) Glenn Alverson, age 91, of Grand Rapids. He ran into the arms of Christ, on August 23, with his wife and children beside him.  Bill graduated from Olympia High School in 1949 where he was student body president. He entered Washington State College where he married his high school sweetheart, Anita, then graduated in 1951. As an ROTC graduate, he entered the Army a Second Lieutenant and was quickly off to the Korean War. Two children and thirty years later he retired as a...

     Our mother, Gloria Dennen, passed away on August 23, 2020. It was just 3 days after enjoying a fun-filled dinner with her family on her 71st anniversary and only a few days shy of her 92nd birthday. She was at home, surrounded by family, and at peace.   Born in Newark, NJ, Gloria was raised in Hillside, NJ. She was an independent child with the insatiable desire to learn and teach. She once said when she was growing up that she could always be found reading in some...

Greg was born in Morristown, NJ, the son of Gregory and Diane (Stephens) Montgomery and brother to Charles S. Montgomery(Steve) and Margot Montgomery Moran. Brother in law to Heather and Tommy. Greg took on the name “UG” when he became an uncle to Chase, Quinn, Campbell, Brooks and Hannah. He was a son, brother, uncle, nephew and friend to many. Chances are, he gave you a nickname too. Raised in Little Silver and Shrewsbury, NJ, a natural born, competitive athlete, whose first...