Ralph Charles Earl, 71, of Northport passed away Saturday, June 16, 2018, at his home with his loving family at his side.

Ralph was born March 10, 1947, in Plainwell, the son of Lloyd and Olive (Knapp) Earl. On May, 19, 2001, he married his love, Laurie (Miller) Grougan-Earl who survives.

Ralph was known as being a kind and gentle man, who was devoted to helping others. Following in the footsteps of his father, Ralph served in the Navy during the Vietnam War aboard the USS Boxer LPH-4 as well as stateside, before returning to Michigan to serve his community. Ralph was very proud of the three generations of United States Navy men in his family: his father Lloyd, himself, and his son Joe Earl.

Ralph was a Kalamazoo bus driver, a part-time firefighter, a part-time Prairieville Township -Pine Lake Fire Department’s Fire Chief, and later was the Leelanau Township Fire and Rescue’s Fire Chief.  He was also a B.A.T.A. Bus Driver before retiring in 2014. 

He was proud of his time spent serving his community, and openly showed his admiration for the police and fire and rescue teams.

Stemming from his time in the military, Ralph was quite the history buff. He enjoyed reading and learning about world history and past wars.  Alongside his studies, he enjoyed historical documentaries and classic movies; his favorite actor was John Wayne. He also enjoyed the more recent Marvel hero-type movies!

Most of Ralph’s family live downstate or out of state, but anytime they could get together, call, or Facebook each other, they did.

Ralph loved and was proud of his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.  Ralph also loved visiting his father and mother-in-law, Don and Jenny Miller in Kalkaska County, many times visiting the in-laws along with their grown and married (5) Miller daughters and their families and children.

Ralph is survived by his loving wife of 17 years, Laurie; his children, Joe Earl and Brenda (Ken) Lapham; his step-son Andrew (Irina) Grougan; his grandchildren, Aaron (Catie) Lapham, Dylon Lapham, Blake Earl, Sabrina Earl, Ryan (Rachael) Lauderdale; his great-grandchildren, Lily, Colton, Noah, and Jayden; his sister Dawn (John) Perry; his niece and nephew, Crystal (James) Bennett and Michael Perry; his grand-nephews, James and Jordan Bennet; the Miller Family, the Folisi Family, Zografos Family, and Vicky Windish.

He was preceded in death by his loving parents.

Mary Louise (Lemoin) Gates, 88, of Allegan, passed away Monday, June 25, 2018, at Vicinia Gardens. Born June 10, 1930, in Allegan, she was the daughter of the late Miles Dewey and Ella Louise (Davis) Lemoin.

Ms. Gates worked for the State of Michigan as a Child Support Specialist for more than 30 years.

She is survived by her four children, David (Jan) Gates, Dan (Irene) Gates, Cathy (Sherwin) Moored and Mary Ann Davis; a sister Margaret Leber; niece Theresa (Mark) Ashley; nephew Rick (Leslie) Leber; six grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; and many friends and extended family members.

The family will receive friends at Gorden Funeral Residence, Allegan Chapel, on Thursday, June 28, from 5 to 7 p.m. A funeral service will be at the funeral home on Friday, June 29, at 11 a.m. with interment to follow in Oakwood Cemetery. 

The family wishes to express their sincere gratitude to the staff of Vicinia Gardens for their kind and compassionate care during Ms. Gates stay. They request memorial donations to Vicinia Gardens so they may continue to provide wonderful care to residents and their families. 

Assisting the family with arrangements is Gorden Funeral Residence, Allegan Chapel,  www.gordenfuneral.com.

Cathleen (Klein) Wilcox, 79, of Allegan passed away peacefully at Wings of Hope Hospice in Allegan on Monday, June 18, 2018, from liver failure.

Born Oct. 1, 1938, in Allegan, in her parents home, Cathleen attended Allegan Public Schools and graduated from Allegan High School.

She enjoyed sewing, baking, collecting antiques and spending time with family. She was preceded in death by her parents, Harold and Fannie Klein, and her sister Helena. Surviving are her husband Gary; brother Joel; sister Karen; daughters, Kim and Kelly; and grandchildren, Amber and Chris Pryor and Emma, Ben and Justin Tucker.

A small graveside service will be Friday, July 6, at 11 a.m. at Hudson Corners Cemetery, 3037 118th Ave., Allegan, MI 49010; phone (269) 673-5051.

Cathy was a loving person with a great sense of humor. Her birthdays cakes she created for her grandchildren were always the highlight of the party. Her grandkids were her greatest joy.

Mrs. Doris Buhler, 87, of Newaygo passed away on Wednesday, June 27, 2018, at the Brook of Newaygo. 

She was born on Jan. 16, 1931, in Allegan, to William and Lily May (Newman) Lynn. She was married for 52 years to Waldon Buhler and he preceded her in death on Oct. 29, 2002.

According to Doris’ wishes, cremation has taken place and a private graveside ceremony  will be at Salem Township Cemetery in Burnips.

To view the complete obituary please visit www.kroeze-wolffis.com. 

Arrangements are being provided by Kroeze-Wolffis Funeral Home, Inc. of Fremont.

Betsy J. Linville, 75, of Gobles passed away Sunday, July 1, 2018, at Bronson Methodist Hospital.

Betsy was born Oct. 1, 1942, in Flint, the daughter of the late John and Ernestine Ross and had lived in the Gobles and Allegan areas for the majority of her life. 

Betsy was a truly kind-hearted and loving woman and cherished time spent with her family. She also enjoyed cross-stitch, drawing and music. 

Surviving are her husband of 36 years, Alfred "Skip;” five children, Sheryl (John) Zaczek, John Plews, Kathy (Amber) Fairbotham, Douglas Linville and Roger (Debbie) Linville; many grandchildren and great-grandchildren; a sister Carolyn Porter; and many nieces and nephews. 

She was preceded in death by her parents; a sister Victoria Ross; daughter-in-law Tammi Jo Plews; and a brother-in-law Dick Porter. 

The family will meet friends on Sunday, July 15, from 3 p.m. until funeral services at 5 p.m. at the Gobles Chapel, D. L. Miller Funeral Home, www.dlmillerfuneralhome.com.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the family to assist with funeral expenses or to either Harvest Christian Fellowship in Hamilton or Teen Challenge.

Major David Lee Oetman (USAF, retired) completed his final mission June 22, 2018, as he passed away at home in Crestview, Fla., surrounded by his family (devoted wife Erika Oetman, sons Kyle Oetman, Josh Oetman, Patrick Oetman, Matt Goodman, and daughter Tori Goodman). Dave handled a long battle with cancer the same way that he lived—with quiet strength and dignity.

Dave was born Sept. 19, 1956. He grew up on a farm in Watson Township with parents Jerry and Illene Oetman, and siblings Debi (Chris) Kraft, Mike (Donna) Oetman, Kathy (Jon) Rockwood, and Joni (John) VanNieuwenhuyzen, all of whom survive.

His strong work ethic began there on the farm, with Dave handling all his chores with a keen sense of responsibility, from milking cows to baling hay, to raising 4-H award winning pumpkins. 

Dave’s leadership qualities were evident early on, as he was an active participant in extra-curricular activities at Martin High School, where he graduated in 1974. He was elected Senior Class president and was “captain” for many of the sports teams on which he excelled. Dave attended Adrian College and WMU, earning a degree in math education. 

His distinguished military career spanned over 20 years, five states, and seven USAF bases. He served with honor as a B52 Navigator and Bombardier, a Combat Student Training Instructor, and a Strategic Command Officer, eventually earning the rank of Major before retiring form Langley AFB in 2002. He continued to be employed as a government contractor until recently at Eglin AFB in Florida.  

Dave was devoted to his family, and service to his country and his church were his other top priorities. He married Erika Goodman on Oct. 27, 2007. His strong Christian faith led him to Crosspoint Methodist Church, where he enjoyed helping with children’s ministries and missions.

Dave enjoyed woodworking, running, fishing, golf and nearly all sports. He especially looked forward to an annual fishing trip to the Two-Hearted River in Michigan’s U.P.  He took great pride in everything he did, and Dave was definitely a source of pride to his family and friends.

Funeral services were June 29 in Florida. The family is hosting a celebration of David’s life on Saturday, July 28, at 12 noon at the Otsego VFW. Friends and family are invited to attend to share memories of Dave, followed by refreshments.

Lyle Thomas Kollar, 77, of Allegan passed away Sunday, July 1, 2018, at home.

Tom was born Nov. 29, 1940, in New Carlisle, Ind., the son of the late Walter and Ruth Kollar and had lived in the Allegan area for the majority of his life.      

Tom was a partner at River Valley Machine until it was sold in 2015.

Surviving are his wife of 54 years, Carol (Marsteiner) Kollar; three children, Richard and Roxanne (Johnson) Kollar, James D. Kollar and Deborah L. Kollar; five grandchildren and two great-grandchildren; siblings, Phyllis Armintrout, Bill Kollar, Lou Kollar, Gale and Barb Kollar and Mike and Marla Kollar,

He was preceded in death by his parents and John and Clara Kollar.

The family will plan a memorial at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Holland.

Jean “Bobbie” Doornhaag, 94, of Gobles, passed away Monday, July 2, 2018, at Rose Arbor Hospice.

Born April 25, 1924, in Otsego, she was the daughter of the late Floyd and Mary (Huddleston) Martin. She was also preceded in death by her husbands, Alden Mowry and Arnold Doornhaag. 

Mrs. Doornhaag worked for 17 years at Allegan General Hospital. She loved animals; dogs, cats and especially horses.

Mrs. Doornhaag is survived by her children, Tony (Marilyn) Mowry, Tim Mowry, Joni Mowry, William (Laura) Doornhaag, Daniel (Dawn) Doornhaag and Jacqueline Doornhaag; son-in-law Paul Harrison; grandchildren and great-grandchildren. 

Along with her parents and her husbands, she was preceded in death by her daughter Sandra Harrison, three brothers and two sisters.

A graveside service will be Friday, July 20, at 11 a.m. in Mountain Home Cemetery, Otsego. 

Memorial donations may be made to Hospice of Southwest Michigan, 222 N. Kalamazoo Mall #100, Kalamazoo, MI 49007. 

Assisting the family with arrangements is Gorden Funeral Residence, Allegan Chapel, www.gordenfuneral.com.

Adam John Ballard, 40, of Allegan passed away on Saturday, June 30.

Adam was born Nov. 1, 1977, in Grand Rapids, the son of Marvin and Janice (Zuidema) Ballard. He was known far and wide for his kind and giving heart. 

Adam enjoyed many things, such as sleeping in the blind during hunting season, fishing and spending time with friends and family. He worked every day of his life to provide and support his family. 

Adam was preceded in death by his loving partner and wife, Shellie Lynn Irish and his father Marvin Jim Ballard. 

He is survived by his two sons, Shaneebree and his fiancé Taylor, and Jamy; mother, Janice and Bob Sims; older brother Dennis; his two sisters, Lisa Carnegie and Holly Gould; as well as many nieces and nephews.

Adam’s drum set could be heard for miles, now we have to let him jam in heaven.

A memorial graveside service will be Friday, July 20, at 1 p.m. at Poplar Hill Cemetery, Monterey Township.

Donations may be made to Adam’s sons, Shaneebree and Jamy, 3021 127th Ave., Allegan, MI 49010.

Robert Thor “Bob” Kaarlie, 77, of Allegan, passed away Monday, July 9, at Allegan General Hospital. Born Nov. 14, 1940, in Oak Park, Ill., he was the son of the late Thor and Anna Mae (Clark) Kaarlie and was the husband of Donna (Shidler) Kaarlie. 

Throughout his working life, Bob had been employed at Harding’s grocery store and Rockwell International, where he remained for 20 years prior to its closure. From there he went on to work for Haworth, Auto Die, Stryker and Denso prior to retirement.

During his time at Stryker, Bob was involved with the invention and implementation of several of the attachments used on the hospital beds manufactured there. Throughout his life, Bob has been serious about serving the people.

Bob was a wrestler in high school and later coached the sport. He also coached Little League. He was a leader for both the Cub Scouts and Boy Scouts and coordinated fishing trips to Canada for the Boy Scouts. Following his retirement from Denso, Bob served on the Valley Township Board and Planning Commission and was also the chairman of the Parks Department for several years.

One of his proudest accomplishments was assisting the DNR with bringing equestrian trails to the Allegan County State Game Area; a feat that took seven years and concluded with a unanimous vote in favor of the trails.

Bob was chairman of the M89/M40 Corridor Committee and was also a member and immediate past president of the Allegan Rotary Club. At the time of his death, Bob was completing his second term on the Allegan County Road Commission, a service that had spanned nearly 20 years. During that tenure, he also had the opportunity to serve as the president of the Southern Board. 

Bob was also an avid outdoorsman and knew the Allegan County State Game Area like the back of his hand. He was also a big Lewis and Clark fan and had previously followed their route into Idaho. He had been looking forward to completing their journey to the west coast.

Bob was also a family man. He loved traveling, especially going to Norway to visit his relatives and the country of his heritage, which he was so proud of. He was also a member of the Sons of Norway.

In addition to his wife, Bob is survived by his children, Charles Kaarlie, Richard Kaarlie and Tammy Stewart; stepchildren, Debra Bell, Douglas Bell and Jeffrey Bell; many grandchildren and great-grandchildren; a sister Sharon Koren; and several nieces and nephews. 

Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by his former wife, Norma (Halter) Kaarlie.

Services will be at Christ Community Church, 3370 113th Ave., Allegan, MI, 49010 on Saturday, July 21. Visitation will begin at 1 p.m. followed by a memorial service at 2 p.m. 

Memorial donations may be made to Hospice of Southwest Michigan.

Assisting the family with arrangements is Gorden Funeral Residence, Allegan Chapel, www.gordenfuneral.com.

Adelene Barbara Crandle, 101, of Allegan passed away Sunday, July 15, 2018, at her home with her daughter by her side.

Mrs. Crandle was born Oct. 2, 1916, in Chicago to the late Barbara (Pobuda) Dooge and August Dooge. Shortly after her birth, her mother passed away. Addie was adopted and raised by Grace (Gile) Graham and Bert Graham.

She was the wife of the late Harry Crandle.

Following the death of her father, Bert, Addie and Harry went to work running their 40-acre fruit farm. She picked berries and made popcorn from the corn grown on the farm and sold it downtown. Later she worked as a bookkeeper for the Farmer’s Co-op and as City Treasurer for Allegan.

Addie was the matriarch and oldest member of Christ Community Church. She was also an 80-year member and past Noble Grand of the Rebekah Lodge. She was an avid bowler, loved to play croquet and was a devoted fan of the Detroit Tigers.

Addie is survived by her daughter, Pamela Crandle; siblings, Rose Mary Schemm and husband Cliff, Harvey Dooge and wife Jeanne and Dale Dooge; her feline friend, Susie-Q; and many nieces and nephews. She was also survived by many Pobuda cousins.

Along with her parents and her husband, she was preceded in death by her sister Mavis and sister-in-law Virginia Dooge.

The family will receive friends at Christ Community Church on Thursday, July 19, from 11 a.m to noon with a funeral service to immediately follow. Pastor Wally Coots will officiate. Burial will take place in Oakwood Cemetery.

Memorial donations may be made to Christ Community Church, 3370 113th Ave., Allegan, MI 49010; or to Wings of Hope Hospice, 530 Linn St., Allegan, MI 49010.

Gorden Funeral Residence, Allegan Chapel, is assisting the family with arrangements.

Lloyd Dunwiddie, 87, passed away on Saturday, July 14, 2018, at Wings of Hope Hospice in Allegan. Lloyd was born in 1930 to Henry and Grace Dunwiddie in Wells County, Indiana.

He served in the 919th Engineering Corps of the U.S. Army during the Korean War and later would graduate with honors from Purdue University with a degree in mechanical engineering. Lloyd was employed at General Electric for his entire career and in his spare time loved to fish, hunt, garden, golf and just be outdoors.

He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Ellen; his daughters Suzanne Hazen, Kelly Dunwiddie and Erin Dunwiddie; grandchildren Stephanie (Matthew) Angeles and Jared Hazen; and by a great-grandson Mason Lloyd Angeles.

A service to celebrate his life will be 1 p.m. on Friday, July 20, at First Presbyterian Church, 200 Cutler St., Allegan, MI 49010. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service. Interment will be at Oakwood Cemetery in Allegan.

In honor of Lloyd, memorial contributions may be made to Wings of Hope Hospice in Allegan. Friends and family may visit www.lakeshorememorial.com to leave a message or memory for the Dunwiddie family.

Edmund “Ted” Littell, 87, passed away peacefully on Saturday morning, July 14, 2018, under the care of Hospice in Holland.

He is survived by his wife, Mary Tomlinson Littell; two sons, Todd Littell of Brookville, Fla., and Phil Littell of Holland; and two grandsons, Leland and Gabriel Littell of Grand Rapids.

Ted was born March 2, 1931, in Evanston, Ill., where he lived until moving to New Jersey in 1939. He spent the majority of his youth growing up in Mountain Lakes, N.J. and eventually attended the Millersburg Military Institute.

After graduating he joined the United States Marine Corps, attended Fairleigh Dickenson and Wabash College and then returned again to Mountain Lakes before leaving for a job opportunity in California. While on his journey West he stopped off to visit some friends of his family in Chicago where he met his bride, Mary Tomlinson, of 58 years. The newly married couple took up residence in Wilmette, Ill., a Chicago suburb.

It wasn’t too long before Ted was hired by Deluxe Check Printers and transferred to Plymouth. They enjoyed this friendly little town for a short period of time but Ted was offered another opportunity he could not refuse which was a position in New York City with The Wall Street Journal.

The decision was made and they were off to the East Coast for a new adventure. The Wall Street Journal opened up new opportunities of travel and places to live for the years ahead. They moved to Miami, and then a transfer to the London office in the United Kingdom.

Eventually the family settled back in the states and returned to Mountain Lakes. Ted was once again based in the New York office.

In 1979, Ted decided to leave the East Coast and relocate his family to Holland, as both he and Mary had spent summers in Leland and Saugatuck.

That same year, Ted started his own printing company (Plaza Printing), which he ran until he retired in 2002.

Ted was known by many as a hard-working, determined businessman who was very focused on building his company. He was a caring person with a good sense of humor and was always willing to help those in need. He loved his family and enjoyed spending time at home when he wasn’t working in his office.

He loved listening to his collection of classical music, enjoyed traveling, boating and spending time in Leland.

Ted often mentioned that he felt very fortunate to have had the experience of growing up in Mountain Lakes but in his latter years often reflected on how much he grew to love the beauty of the Michigan shoreline.

Ted will be sorely missed by his family and friends.

A funeral service will be Wednesday, July 25, at 4 p.m. at Dykstra Funeral Home, Northwood Chapel, 295 Douglas Ave., in Holland. A one-hour visitation will take place prior to the service starting at 3 p.m. For more information, please visit www.dykstrafuneralhome.com

Kenneth Dale Kent, 82, of Allegan, passed away Friday, July 20, 2018, at his home surrounded by family. Born Nov. 8, 1935, in Watson Township, he was the son of the late Jerold Andrew and Geneva Naomi (Pike) Kent and was the husband of Marilyn Deen (Buys) Kent. 

Ken graduated from Allegan High School in 1954 as Senior Class President and started work at Rockwell International. After being laid off from Rockwell, he went to work at the United States Postal Service as a city carrier and eventually retired as the Assistant Postmaster.

There wasn’t a time, though, when Ken wasn’t working and he could not tolerate just sitting around. He had many part time jobs and served 13 years with the Allegan Sheriff’s Office as a reserve deputy.

Eventually, Ken went back to being a courier, this time for Allegan Public Schools where he would deliver mail from school to school. He was a member of First Congregational Church in Allegan where he served as a deacon.

Ken was a Boy Scout leader for 13 years; enjoyed hunting with the Pink Panthers group; spent many days camping with his friends, the Allegan Camp-a-gins; and loved to go trout fishing. He bowled in several leagues, participated in competition archery and even dabbled in playing a little golf. Though always busying himself with work and hobbies, Ken still found the time to marry and raise a family.

Along with his wife of 62 years, Marilyn, he is survived by his children, Kenneth D. (Lori) Kent, Timothy A. Kent, Sheryl (Michael) Cooper, Steven M. (Lisa) Kent and Randy M. Kent; 14 grandchildren, Nicole, Andrew, Jeffrey, Donovan, Rachel, Sarah, Jerry, Trever, Chad, Kailey, Catlin, Justin, Kyle and Brandilyn; 11 great-grandchildren; a nephew, Phil (Jan) Siegler; and several cousins. 

In addition to his parents, Ken was preceded in death by his sister Barbara Kent.

The family will receive friends on Wednesday, July 25, at Gorden Funeral Residence from 6 to 8 p.m. A funeral service will be Thursday, July 26, at the funeral home at 11 a.m. with visitation for one hour prior to the service.  Burial will follow in Hicks Cemetery, Watson Township. 

Memorial contributions may be made to Wings of Hope Hospice or First Congregational Church. 

Assisting the family with arrangements is Gorden Funeral Residence, Allegan Chapel, www.gordenfuneral.com.

Betty Lou Hewitt (Gable), 87, of Allegan, Aug. 22, 1930 – July 19, 2018.

Isaiah 41:13 For I the Lord thy God will hold thy right hand, saying unto thee, Fear not: I will help thee.

That is what He did on July 19, 2018, at Allegan County Medical Care Community where she was a resident for the last two years. She loved everyone there and was known for her hugs. She didn’t care if you knew her or not you were going to get a hug.

Betty peacefully went to be with her Lord and Savior. She had attended Chicora Country Chapel as well as most recently Merson Church.

Born Aug. 22, 1930, the daughter of Thomas and Vida (Greeno) Gable in Chicago, Ill., Betty married Gordon Kolhoff in 1947. They were blessed with two daughters. She later married Richard Hewitt.

Betty had many jobs in her life including working at Perrigo, Allegan Paper Products, Dog Life, and General Electric to name a few. She and Richard also owned and operated the Card Room in Allegan for a number of years.

She loved hunting and fishing and would never pass up a fish fry. She looked forward to Thanksgiving with all the kids, grandkids and great-grandkids. Never did she have turkey, it was always goose and duck. At Easter she would always hide eggs outside with nickels taped to them for the great-grandkids to find; that is, except the year the dog found several of them first. This was always followed by a big breakfast for all.

She was a very high-spirited woman and when you met her you never forgot her. Always ready to take care of others. If you had a cold you could be sure she was going to show up with chicken soup and tell you to drink sugar water with onion soaked in it.

Betty loved her family and everyone of them was special to her. She leaves behind her daughters Judy (Ted) Hillman and Marleah (Richard) Simons. Her grandchildren, Cari (Russ) Strickfaden of Allegan and Ted (Ashley) Hillman of Scottsbluff, Neb., Michelle (Roger) Martin of Fennville and Windy (Rick) Robinson of Hamilton. In addition, she had 15 great-grandchildren, Justin Strickfaden (Hiedi), Travis Strickfaden (Valerie), Kara (Alec) Blais, Daphne Hillman, Ean Hillman, Nathan (Angie) Martin, Jessica Martin (Aaron), Allison Martin, Samatha Martin, Matthew Radke (Erica), Ricky Robinson, Laura Robinson, and Madeline Robinson. She also was blessed with the two lovely girls that Ashley brought to her family, Brooke Marghiem and Carlie Marghiem. Betty was looking forward to her first great-great-grandchild in August. Betty had one brother-in-law Bruce Kolhoff and a sister-in-law Eleanor Kolhoff. She also had two very special nephew’s David (Barb) Kolhoff and Donald (Linda) Morey, along with many other nieces and nephews that she held dear.

She was proceeded in death by her father and mother; both husbands, Gordon Kolhoff and Richard Hewitt; her five siblings, sisters Marion Schmall, Barbara Eberhard, Emma Christman and Joan Harris, and brother Thomas Jr.

Friends may meet with the family on Tuesday, July 24, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Gorden Funeral Residence, Allegan Chapel, where the funeral service will be on Wednesday, July 25, at 11 a.m., with visitation one hour prior to the service. Interment by Pastor Jim Davis will be at Oakwood Cemetery and a luncheon will follow at Merson Church.

Roger Garvelink, 82, of Douglas, died on July 3 from complications of Alzheimers disease.

He grew up in Holland, attended Hope College and began his career as a math teacher at Zeeland High School. He became the principal of both junior and senior high schools in the Detroit area. 

After earning a Ph.D. from the University of Michigan, he held positions as superintendent for 23 years in three different states:  Central Valley, N.Y., Birmingham, Mich., and Downers Grove, Ill.

Roger received a number of awards for “outstanding leadership” in public schools. He served on numerous boards and committees related to public school education. His avocation included teaching classes at Eastern and Oakland universities in Michigan and at Benedictine College in Illinoi.

Retirement was spent as a national consultant to public school districts in recruiting school superintendents. Roger believed strongly in community service,  including eight years on the Hope College board of trustees, presidency of Rotary Clubs in Michigan and Illinois and three years as president of the Senior Center in Birmingham.

Dr. Garvelink is survived by his wife Carol, their sons Todd (Debbie), Brad, Wendell (Tracy) and five grandchildren.

A memorial service was held at All Saints Episcopal Church in Douglas.  Memorial contributions can be made to Christian Neighbors. P.O Box 43, Douglas, MI  49406 or All Saints church music fund,  P.O Box 189,  Saugatuck, MI 49453.

Troy Lee Henry Glascott, firm in his faith in the Triune God and his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, went to his heavenly home on July 24, 2018.

Troy lived most of his life in Hopkins and was born in Plainwell on Dec. 16, 1964, and is survived by his three children, Ashley (Klint) Blaauw, Caitlin (Nick) Brummel and Joshua Glascott; his two grandchildren, Raelynn and Emry Blaauw; his parents, Joyce (Henry) Mead, Kenneth Glascott and his step-mom Shirley (Calkins/Martin) Glascott; his siblings, Jeff (Kelly) Glascott, Scott (Nancy) Glascott and Tamera “Tam Tam” (Brian) Baker, David (Kim) Martin, Donald (Jamie) Martin and Donna Martin (Yoash Raphael); and aunts and uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews.

Troy was preceded in death by his step-dad Glen “Dad Toohey” Mead; and his grandparents, Leon and Hazel (Leggett) Glascott, and Wayne and Doris (Brenner) Henry.

Troy enjoyed fast motor sports, especially snowmobiling and motorcycling, also hunting, fishing, mushrooming, cooking, camping and time with family and friends.

He enjoyed being a master craftsman in autobody and car restoration and enjoyed his career as an Automotive Insurance Adjuster for several years.

Family and friends are invited to attend Troy’s celebration of life on Saturday, Aug. 11, at 5 p.m. for refreshments and visitation, and then at 6 p.m. for his memorial service, both to be held at St Peters Lutheran Church, 4125 18th St., Dorr, MI 49323.

Terene “Terry” Julius, 74, of Holland passed away July 27, 2018, at Spectrum Butterworth Hospital.

Terry was born in Pittsburgh to Joe and Emily Caliguiri on Feb. 25, 1944. She went on to study at Indiana University in Pennsylvania and Robert Morris College. She worked as a paralegal in Chicago for a number of years while her husband George was getting his MBA degree at the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University.

Terry enjoyed gardening, entertaining, her book group, traveling, and enjoyed spending time at their residence in Carmel-by-the-Sea, Calif. She was involved as a board member and volunteer with Center for Women in Transition.

Terry is survived by her husband George P. Julius Jr. of Holland; her children Heather K. Julius of Portland, Ore., and Jason Julius of Holland; her grandchild Greta Terene Julius of Holland; and her siblings Robert Caliguiri (and wife Kate) of Macomb, Geary Caliguiri (and wife Mickey) of Lexington, Ky., Camille Brooks of Chalfont, Pa., and Marshelle Caliguiri (and husband Billy) of Perkasie, Pa.; and by dear friends, Richard Vince and Barry Peterson of Pebble Beach, Calif.

A funeral mass will be at Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Parish on Wednesday, Aug. 1 at 1 p.m. with Father Michael Cilibraise officiating. The mass will be followed by fellowship in the church hall immediately after the service. There will be no cemetery service.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Center for Women in Transition, 411 Butternut Drive, Holland, MI 49424. For more information, or to sign an online register book, please visit dykstrafuneralhome.com.

Dennis John “Denny” DeVriendt, 76, of Allegan passed away Monday, July 30, 2018, at his home. 

Born April 17, 1942, in Grand Rapids, he was the son of the late Jack Matthew DeVriendt and Veronica Carolyn (Koone) DeVriendt and was the husband of Sherry Lou (Walthius) DeVriendt. 

Denny was a graduate of Union High School in Grand Rapids. He had worked in the printing industry for more than 45 years. Most recently Denny worked for Flashes Printing in Allegan, from which he retired. 

He enjoyed fishing, traveling and reading in his spare time.

In addition to his wife, Denny is survived by his three children, Christine DeVriendt Karas (Tony), Kelly DeVriendt Mangus (Bob) and John DeVriendt; two stepchildren, Cinnamon Laux and Garren LaMonte; two siblings, Mike DeVriendt and Karen DeVriendt O’Dowd; 12 grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren.

The family will receive friends at Gorden Funeral Residence, Allegan Chapel, on Saturday, Aug. 11, from 2 to 3 p.m. at which time a Celebration of Life will begin.  Memorial donations may be made to the DeVriendt family. 

Assisting the family with arrangements is Gorden Funeral Residence, www.gordenfuneral.com.

Maxine J. (House) Buist, 88, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Thursday, Aug. 2, 2018. Maxine was born on June 1, 1930, to her adoring parents, Gordon and Lorraine House in Grand Rapids. 

While enrolled at Grand Rapids Junior College, Maxine met the love of her life, Jack D. Buist Sr. Maxine and Jack were married on June 29, 1951. In 1954, Jack took a teaching job in Allegan, which they called home for the remainder of their lives. 

After the kids were in school, Maxine started her career at the Allegan Public Schools as an elementary librarian at both Dawson and West Ward. She found a great deal of joy in working with the students, and as evidenced by the correspondence through the years, Maxine was well loved by the kids. 

Maxine loved decorating for every holiday. She was especially known for her Christmas decor and her elaborate Santa collection. She loved to entertain and was a gracious hostess. 

Maxine was the most loving and devoted mother, wife, daughter, sister and friend. She had many lifelong friendships that she cherished deeply. She was, indeed, our “Dear Heart.” 

Maxine leaves her adoring children, Greg and Dawn Buist, Susan Buist, Judy and Joel Grams and Jack Buist Jr. (Tina Tuller); three grandchildren, Meredith Buist, Curtis and Dawn Channells and Jason Gant; five great-grandchildren; seven great-great-grandchildren; her brother Thomas House; maternal aunt Valerie Knapp; several nieces, nephews, cousins and dearly loved lifelong friends. 

Maxine was preceded in death by her husband Jack D. Buist Sr.; her brother Chuck House; and her parents. 

The family will receive friends on Saturday, Aug. 11, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Gorden Funeral Residence, Allegan Chapel. A memorial service will immediately follow at 12 noon, with Pastor Roger Bird officiating. 

Memorial donations may be made in Maxine’s name to the Alzheimer’s Association or Hospice of Holland. 

Assisting the family with arrangements is Gorden Funeral Residence, www.gordenfuneral.com.