Kathryn A. Lowman, 90, of Allegan.
 "You know," she'd say, "when someone is sick in here, well, I go pray with them." She would go on to add that often her fellow residents at the Allegan County Medical Care Community would pass away and sometimes, well, would you believe they got better?  And on the evening of Jan. 18, 2017, Kathryn Ann (Bolhuis) Lowman finally had the opportunity to get better after a long and hard-fought battle with dementia. She was surrounded by her loving family. Kathryn was born on July 24, 1926, to Daniel and Anna Catherine Bolhuis of the Netherlands. She married James (John) Lowman in 1944 and together they raised four children.
Kathryn is survived by her children, Kathy and the Rev. Larry Goodrich, David and Cindy Lowman, Frankie and Mitch Marcell, and her daughter-in-law Cheryl Lowman.   But as I'm sure we all know, her 10 grandchildren, 18.33 great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren were her favorites. She is also survived by a brother, Enno Bolhuis.  
Kathryn was preceded in death by her husband, the Rev. James John; son, the Rev. James J.; her parents, Daniel and Anna Catherine; her brothers, Lawrence, Harm, Henry, John and Sabo; and her sisters, Anna, Trina, Fredrica, Gertrude and Grace.  
Kathryn was a mother, a gracious pastor's wife and beloved Sunday school teacher for the best years of her life, serving at a number of churches throughout Michigan.  Kathryn was ridiculously skilled at garage-saleing and baking pineapple upside-down cakes, but less so at driving.  
The immediate family will gather for a service Friday afternoon, Jan. 20 at 3:30 p.m. at Miner Cemetery in Watson Township. A celebration of Kathryn's life will be scheduled at a later date.
Memorial donations may be made to Kathryn's granddaughter Lydia's upcoming missions work in Thailand at https://grouprev.com/tjs2017lydiamarcell#.WF3-TJcsNKI.  The family wishes to specifically acknowledge the staff at the Perrigo Memory Care Center at ACMCC for the incredible care and love shown to Kathryn.  
Kathryn's favorite verse is Proverbs 31:10: "Who can find a virtuous woman?  For her price is far above rubies."

Lucile Van Kovering, 88, of Borculo was called home to her Lord and Savior on Wednesday, Jan. 18, 2017, after spending a life-time impacting the many people that she met during her life here on earth.
Born in Fennville, the eldest of five children of Chet and Hilda Wightman, she went on to teach 37 years at Saugatuck High School impacting the lives of many of her students through her acts of kindness, words of encouragement and her enthusiasm.
Later in life she was involved in Good Samaritan Ministries, the Ottawa County Republican and Fourth District Republican organizations.
Her love for her Lord and Savior was evident in her involvement at her church, Harlem Church, and the numerous committees and groups that she was involved in. When not involved with her church or family, Lucile could be found at Evergreen Commons participating in their exercise programs or playing cards and Mahjong.
While known for extensive involvement in the community, the love of her life was her family; her late husband Keith Van Koevering; sons, Rex and Dawn Van Koevering, Rob and Angel Sheridan, Les and Judy Tharp, and Lane and Ruth Tharp; 11 grandchildren; numerous great-grandchildren; siblings, Doris and George Peltier, Carolyn and Jim(deceased) Gilman, Francis (deceased) and Milton Strand, Phil and Fae Wightman, Dale(deceased) and Judy Wightman; in-laws, Paul and Hazel Van Koevering and Rosie and Roger(deceased) Beekman; and her many nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be Friday, Jan. 27, from 4 to 7 p.m. at Langeland-Sterenberg Funeral Home, 315 E. 16th St., Holland, MI 49423. A Celebration of her home-going will be Saturday, Jan. 28, at 10 a.m., at Harlem Reformed Church, 6854 144th Ave. Holland, MI 49424.
 Memorial contributions can be made to Harlem Church Benevolence Fund.
Arrangements are being provided by Yntema/Langeland-Sterenberg Funeral Home, www.langelandsterenberg.com.
 

Beverly Nichols, 89, of Allegan died Sunday, Jan. 22, 2017, from lung cancer.  She was born in Allegan in 1927 to Arthur and Mary Hare. She had one sibling, Barbara (Sam) Yennelli.
She studied piano for 10 years and was blessed with the gift of also playing by ear. After graduation from Allegan High School in 1943, she attended Lake Forest College where she was a member of Chi Omega Sorority. She worked her way through six years of college by doing housework in faculty homes, finishing with a Master of Arts Degree from the University of Michigan.
Beverly married her high school sweetheart Don Nichols in 1947. After two years of school teaching, she settled into her chosen life work as mother to five children, Mary Vollman (George) of Allegan, Arthur of Novi and Gibson (Annette) of Dearborn and John and Donn who preceded her in death along with husband Don. Five grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren survive.
Don and Beverly lived for 50 years in Dearborn where Don was employed by Ford Motor Company. After 71 years away, Beverly returned to Allegan in 2014.  
Beverly enjoyed book clubs, the Presbyterian Church, giving homes to stray cats, feeding birds and counted as two of her best friends, Labrador Retrievers "Waldo" and "Slater."
As a member of a family that homesteaded in Allegan Township in 1852, Beverly was an avid historian. Theirs was a football family since her husband and one son had been on University of Michigan teams. She was licensed to teach high school English so appreciated proper grammar and the creative use of language. She liked memorizing and put the faculty to good use quoting scripture which was her anchor.
The family will receive friends at Gorden Funeral Residence, Allegan Chapel, on Saturday, Jan. 28, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. with a memorial service to immediately follow.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Wings of Hope Hospice, 530 Linn St., Allegan, MI 49010 or to any animal charity of one's choice.
 

Jane E. (Bird) Van Dis, 95, was reunited with her Lord on Wednesday, Jan. 11, 2017. Jane was a long-time Saugatuck resident. She was born June 15, 1921, in Ann Arbor.
She met her husband Bert Van Dis and raised their five children in Saugatuck. She was preceded in passing by her husband and her son Michael Van Dis.
Jane is survived by her children David (Sharon) Van Dis, Marianne (Kenneth) Little, Gary Van Dis and Terry Van Dis. She is also survived by her nine grandchildren and 21 great-grandchildren.
Her many hobbies included sewing, writing, painting, crafts and reading. Jane was involved in the woman's club, art club, doll club, historical society, writers club, DAR (Daughters of the American Revolution), Red Barn Theater, 28 years playing in "The Dickens Christmas," Congregational Church, played Lady Liberty in the Independence Day Parade, organized a sleep-out and slept out in a box for the Allegan County homeless, organized art/craft fairs in Saugatuck, 2006 Citizen of the Year, and owned and managed the Bird Center Resort from the l940's through the 1970's.
In lieu of flowers, if you would like, please donate to a club from the above list.
A celebration of life will take place in Saugatuck in June 2017. The date will be announced later.
 

Catherine D. Wilt-Burklow, 73, of Arizona died Jan. 19, 2017. She was born to Nolar and Charlie Burklow in Harrisburg, Ark., on Feb.18, 1943. Years later in 1977, she relocated to Douglas and established the restaurant that many grew to know and love, the Kalico Kitchen. Catherine resided in Douglas for the following 40 years, raising her family, building a business, and becoming a concrete part of her community.
Throughout life, she strived to be a positive stepping stone for those around her and to provide as much as possible for those that found themselves in need. Her love of travel brought her through nearly all 50 states and later landed her in Arizona, where she lived out her final days.
Catherine was proceeded in death by mother and father, Nolar and Charlie Burklow; late husband Clark Robert Wilt; along with twin brothers, Coy and Troy Burklow; and brother Lehmon Burklow.
She is survived by only son Donald Shriel; brother Jerry Wilson; nieces, Cindy Anderson and Linda Wilson; nephews, Scott Burklow, Rick Burklow, Dale Burklow, Donny Burklow, Preston Burklow and Charles Burklow; grandchildren, Alexandria Shriel, Diane DeJonge, Cody Shriel and Benjamin Shriel; along with cousins and friends that are scattered throughout the country.
Catherine was truly unique ... completely one-of-a-kind. All who knew her could certainly agree that she was a fiery, strong-willed, stubborn-headed, silver-tongued, God-fearing and God-loving woman, who never failed to be driven by anything less than wholehearted compassion and love.
Catherine will be laid to rest in Ganges at Taylor Cemetery. A celebration of her life is still to be determined at a later date.

Rodney M. Overbeek, 79, of Hamilton passed away on Saturday, Jan. 28, 2017.
Rodney served in the United States Army and was employed by Herman Miller for 32 years. He loved to fish, camp and loved his dogs. He was a private pilot and loved gardening.
Rodney is survived by his wife, Tippy "Priscilla," who were married for 53 years; his step-brothers, Ron and Kathy Sterken and Melvin and MaryJo Sterken; sister-in-law, Kay and Allen White; and nephews, Marc and Laura White and David and Lynn White.
He was preceded in death by sister-in-law, Mary Ann Travis.
Visitation is Monday, Jan. 30, from 4 to 6 p.m. at Yntema Funeral Home, 251 South State St., Zeeland, MI 49464. Funeral Services will be Tuesday, Jan. 31, at 11 a.m.  at Haven Reformed Church, 4691 Oak St., Hamilton, MI 49419. The Rev. Marc deWaard will officiate. Burial will be at Riverside Cemetery in Hamilton.
Memorial contributions may be made to Haven Reformed Church in Hamilton.
To sign the online guestbook, visit www.yntemafh.com.
 

Elizabeth "Liz" Bylaska, 85, of Sturgeon Bay, Wis,, died Jan.24, 2017, at Birch Creek Community Based Residential Facility in De Pere, Wis.
She was born Elizabeth Jean Barr on Aug. 31, 1931, in Milwaukee, Wis. to Jeanette (Walker) Barr and Arnold Henry Barr, MD.
Elizabeth graduated from Port Washington High School in Wisconsin in 1949 and later from St. Olaf College in Minnesota in 1953 with a bachelor's degree in biology. She received a master's from Michigan State University in guidance and counseling in 1959. In 1974, Elizabeth completed her M.S.S.W. in Social Welfare at the University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee.
She married Bradford Oliver Bylaska on Aug. 3, 1953, in Saugatuck. They adopted two children, a daughter, Corene Robin and a son, Eric Jon. Elizabeth and Brad were divorced in 1970, and he preceded her in death.
Elizabeth worked as a school social worker for Door County School Districts in Wisconsin. Eventually she changed career paths and became a real estate agent, a field in which she worked throughout Door County until her retirement several years ago. Elizabeth was also a professional legal guardian for adults.
She had a life-long love of music. Elizabeth played the clarinet and oboe and enjoyed going to musical theatre performances and orchestral concerts. She loved singing and performing and had a regular Saturday night date with her friends and the karaoke microphone for many years and was a longtime member of a barbershop quartet in Sturgeon Bay, Wis. and Sweet Adelines.
Elizabeth also loved to travel and visited all 50 of the United States (many in a motorhome), Canada, Mexico, Europe, Australia, a solo trip to China and Hong Kong and several cruises in the Caribbean.
She is survived by her brother, Robert Barr of Sheboygan, Wis.; her daughter Corene (Robert) Drumheller of Appleton, Wis.; her son Eric (Barbara) Bylaska of Richland, Wash.; her three grandsons, Devin, Garrett, and Bryce Drumheller; and four great-grandchildren.
Elizabeth was preceded in death by her parents and an infant grandson.
Family and friends visited at Huehns Funeral Home in Sturgeon Bay, Wis. to remember Liz on Monday, Jan. 30.
Condolences, memories, and photos of Liz may be shared with her family at www.huehnsfuneralhome.com.
 

Jerry Halden Hazen, 79, of Hopkins, passed away Sunday, Jan. 29, 2017, at Wings Home in Allegan.
Mr. Hazen was born Oct. 6, 1937, in Grand Rapids, the son of the late Halden and Ethel (Leggett) Hazen. He spent most of his life as a truck driver. He retired as a loader operator from Grand Rapids Gravel Company.  
He was fortunate enough to marry his true love Sarah Alice McCullough (known as Alice) and together raise two children. He thoroughly enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren and being a part of their lives.  
Jerry tried to be a good example of what a father and grandfather should be-and he succeeded. His loving kindness and gentle spirit made those that he loved feel the love.  
Jerry is survived by his loving wife Alice; their daughter Debbie Ruthruff; six grandchildren, Matt and Jessica Hazen, Paul and Marsha Hazen, Amanda and Cory Perrin, Sara VanSingel, Jeremy and Amanda Harrington and Luke and Vicky Harrington; 12 great-grandchildren; brother, Jack and Elaine Hazen; sister-in-law Ruth Hazen; and many nieces and nephews.  
He was preceded in death by his parents, Halden and Ethel Hazen; his son Mark Hazen; grandson-in-law Brian VanSingel; and two brothers, Bruce Hazen and Jim Hazen.
Friends may meet with the family at Gorden Funeral Residence, Hopkins Chapel, on Thursday, Feb. 2, from 5 to 7 p.m. and on Friday, Feb. 3, from 10 to 11 a.m. with funeral services at 11 a.m. Comer Skinner will officiate. Private interment for immediate family will be at Maplewood Cemetery in Hopkins Township.
Memorial donations may be made in Jerry's name to the Diabetes Foundation or Wings of Hope Hospice.
 

Julie Ann Singer, 54, of Idlewild passed away on Jan. 29, 2017, after a long, courageous battle with cancer. She was born on Aug. 11, 1962, in Plainwell, to Dean and Sally (Knight) Staley.
She attended school in Delton and then married Dennis Singer in Plainwell on Dec. 19, 1980. They moved to Idlewild in 2005. Julie enjoyed embroidery and traveling to see Michigan lighthouses. She mostly loved being a mother and grandmother and spending time with her grandchildren.
Julie is survived by her mother Sally Staley; her husband Dennis Singer; her sons, Jason (Kelly) Singer of Clarksville, Tenn., Brian (Jessica) Singer of Idlewild and Andrew (Amanda) Singer of Aurora, Colo.; her grandchildren, Clara, Raelynn, Emily, John, Graycyn, Falynn and James; her siblings, Kim (Joe) Kronke, Karen (Kevin) Guetschow, Donna (Bill) Stratton, Melissa (John Welch) Staley and Mike (Becky) Staley; and many nieces, nephews and friends.
Julie was preceded in death by her father Paul Dean Staley, Jr.
Family will meet visitors on Wednesday, Feb. 1, from 4 to 8 p.m. at Verdun Funeral Home, 585 7th St., Baldwin, MI  49304. A funeral service will be Thursday, Feb. 2, at 1 p.m. at Covenant United Methodist Church in Baldwin with Pastor Lyle Ball officiating.  Family will meet visitors for one hour prior to the service starting at 12 p.m. Interment will be at a later date.
Donations in Julie's name may be made to The American Cancer Society/Relay for  Life team C/O: Dennis Singer, P.O. Box 127, Idlewild, MI  49642.  
Arrangements are being provided by Verdun Funeral Home, (231) 745-4680.
 

Ruth L. Hayes, 77, of Douglas passed away Friday Jan. 27, 2017. Ruth was born Nov. 16, 1939, in Pennsylvania, the daughter of Grace and Arthur Green.
For many years, Ruth worked for the Allegan County jail, a job she loved. Before her job at the Allegan County jail, Ruth was a teachers aide at Pine Trails Elementary School in Allegan.
In her spare time Ruth enjoyed reading, word finding puzzles, and crossword puzzles. There wasn't a day that went by that she didn't watch her two favorite game shows, Wheel of Fortune and Jeopardy. She was a whiz at guessing the answers and word statements on those two shows.
Surviving are her children, Donny, David, Deborah, Carol, Cindy, and Karen; siblings, Dorthy, Shirley, Darlene, Peg, Linda and Jimmy; grandchildren Mark, Amanda, Ashlee, Brandy, Bridget, David, Angie, Kayesea, Donny, Ryan, Jason, Travis, Melina, Tabatha and Jeri Beth; and several great-grandchildren.
Ruth was preceded in death by her son Dwayne, father Arthur, mother Grace and brother Steve.
A burial and memorial for friends and family will be arranged at a later date.
 

Teddie Johnson, 71, of Allegan, passed away at home on Jan. 1, 2017.  Born Dec. 30, 1945, he was the son of the late Earven and Grace Parkridge Johnson.  
Mr. Johnson had served in the United States Air Force and later worked as a crane operator.
He is survived by his daughter Misty Williamson; son Mike Sego; grandchildren, Timothee, Geanna, Boston, Ethan, Lexy, Zach, Beth, Rosie, Maggie and Junior; and his siblings, Milton Johnson, Robbie Johnson, Lyonel Johnson, Peggy Harden and Sylvia McPike.
A memorial service will be at a later date. Gorden Funeral Residence, Allegan Chapel, is assisting the family with arrangements.
 

Doris May Ochampaugh, 90, of Allegan, died Monday, Feb. 6, 2017, at Holland Hospital. Born Feb. 2, 1927, in Cheshire Township, she was the daughter of the late Marvin and Mildred Kaylor Woolf and was the wife of the late Donald Ochampaugh.
Mrs. Ochampaugh is survived by her four children, Diane Martin (John Bremser), Debra and Gary Gilliam, Douglas and Robin Ochampaugh and Devon and Ken Ribbink; many grandchildren; and great-grandchildren.
The family will receive friends at Gorden Funeral Residence, Allegan Chapel, on Thursday, Feb. 9, from 12 to 2 p.m. with a funeral service following. Burial will be at Rowe Cemetery, Cheshire Township.  
Memorial donations to Wings of Hope Hospice are suggested.  
Arrangements are being provided by Gorden Funeral Residence, Allegan Chapel, www.gordenfuneral.com.

Daniel Ward Bridgeman, 72, of Allegan, passed away Thursday, Feb. 2, 2017, at Borgess Medical Center. Born Nov. 30, 1944, in Allegan, he was the son of the late Hugh and Virginia E. Mahan Bridgeman and was the husband of Margaret Smith Bridgeman.  
Mr. Bridgeman was a 1963 graduate of Allegan High School and earned both his bachelor's degree and his MBA from Western Michigan University. Throughout his college years he held many jobs, including working in a factory, deputy sheriff and graduate assistant to a math professor. Later, Mr. Bridgeman worked for Consumer's Power in charge of the computer center, then as assistant to the Chief Financial Officer, then eventually started his own software development company.  
In his spare time he enjoyed sailing. He had a passion for restoring boats and had recently been working on his largest project ever. Mr. Bridgeman's love for sailing and racing allowed him to join many different yacht clubs over the years and connect with many friends with similar interests.  
He also rarely missed an opportunity to meet with his friends at his Monday and Thursday coffee groups. Above all else; however, Mr. Bridgeman's greatest joy was spending time with his wife and stepdaughter.
In addition to his wife of 23 years, he is survived by his stepdaughter Kylin Cronkhite; his sister, Mary (Walter) Frank; niece, Erin Frank (Bryson) Davis; nephew Adam Frank; great-nephew Cole Davis; and many cousins.
In accordance with his wishes, a celebration of life will be at a later time.  
Arrangements are being provided by Gorden Funeral Residence, Allegan Chapel, www.gordenfuneral.com.
 

Joan D. Pike, 83, of Gobles went to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Feb. 7, 2017.
Joan was born Dec. 21, 1933, the daughter of Milton and Alice (Frook) Shine in Cadillac. She went on to graduate from Mesick High School and County Normal Teacher's College.
In 1954, Joan married the love of her life, the late Pastor Gail Pike, and began her own special ministry for the Lord, more than 50 years as a pastor's wife at Merson Church. Throughout those years, Joan loved calling members of the church her "kids" and dear friends, as well as family and friends.
She was known for her piano playing, writing music, studying God's Word, speaking, and her gift of loving hospitality. She remained humble, both before the Lord and before those whose lives she touched through sharing Christ's love and grace.  
Joan is survived by her son, Bill (Lynn) Pike; two daughters, Linda (Mike) Phillips and Sharon (Mike) Groth, all of Gobles; 14 grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and a sister, Ginger Olson (Chris) Heath of Tampa, Fla.  
Visitation will be Saturday, Feb. 11, from 10 to 11 a.m., at Merson Church, 3313 102nd Ave., Gobles, where a celebration of life service will follow at 11 a.m.
The family suggests memorials to either Merson Church or Great Lakes Hospice Foundation, 900 Cooper St.; Jackson, MI 49202.  
Arrangements are being provided by the Bloomingdale Chapel, D. L. Miller Funeral Home, www.dlmillerfuneralhome.com.
 

Honey Ellen Ward-Kaufmann-McDonnell, 94, of Kalamazoo passed away on Friday, Feb. 3, 2017. She was born Sept 11, 1922, in Hancock, the daughter of the late TR and Beatrice Ward.
Honey will always be remembered for her "gratitude-attitude." She had a lovely voice and was a Big Band singer in college. She loved her family and enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Honey is survived by her daughter Kim Elliott of Portage; granddaughters, Emily (James) Horein and Jenica (Garrett) Polifka; and two great-granddaughters, Evie and Kaiah Polifka.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Herbert "Bud" McDonnell; a son Bruce Kaufmann; and two siblings.
In accordance with her wishes, cremation will take place and she will be laid to rest in her beloved Keweenaw Peninsula.
Family and friends may share a condolence message online at www.joldersma-klein.com.
 

Perry R. Burns, 56, passed away peacefully at home after a courageous battle with cancer on Jan. 31, 2017, in Copperas Cove, Texas. He was born April 11, 1960, in South Haven.
Perry grew up in rural Michigan farm country and spent many days as a typical country kid. He was a United States Army veteran but his passion was over-the-road truck driving. After he exited the Army, he drove truck for 35 years, having many adventures and seeing the United States.   
He was a long time resident of Long Beach, Miss.  
He is survived by his wife Dea Jones Burns of Long Beach, Miss.; mother Rose M. Burns of Copperas Cove, Texas; sisters, Mona (Burns) Nickles of Copperas Cove, Texas, Roberta (Burns) Molenkamp of Fennville and Tammy (Burns) Hancock of Gulfport, Miss.; his children, Marcus, Matthew and Gregory Burns; many nieces and nephews; and great-nieces and great-nephews.
He was preceded in death by his father Robert J. Burns, as well as grandparents, aunts, and uncles.
He will be missed by many other relatives and friends.
Graveside services and internment will be at the Central Texas Veterans Cemetery, Hwy 195, Killeen, TX, on Feb. 17, at 1 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to www.youcaring.com/perryrburns-749188 to offset funeral expenses.

Arthur N. Vander Kolk, 85, of Hamilton passed away peacefully to be with our Lord on Feb. 9, 2017. He was born on Nov. 4, 1931, to the late Wilbur and Bertha Vander Kolk of Hamilton.
Art is survived by his loving wife Sandra Vander Kolk of 64 years; their children, Jim Vander Kolk, Brian Vander Kolk, Debbie Wadds and husband Gordy Wadds and Tami Mc Carthy and husband Tim Mc Carthy; and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hospice of Holland and Wings of Hope, Allegan.
In accordance to his wishes, cremation will be taking place.
There will be a memorial service and celebration of life ceremony on Saturday, Feb. 25, at 2 p.m. for friends and family to gather together and celebrate his life at Greg and Stacey Steenwyk's home, 2756 142nd Ave., Dorr MI.
The Vander Kolk Family

Virginia "Ginny" Garner-Kesling-McMains, 94, of Allegan, also known to many as Grandma Bounce, passed away Wednesday, Feb. 15, 2017, at Ely Manor of Allegan.
Virginia was born June 6, 1922, in Leesville, Ohio, the daughter of Grover and Essa (Kuhn) Garner. She moved to Allegan in 1965 and then returned to Utica, Ohio, for her retirement years.  She moved back to Michigan in 2006 to be near her son Bob and daughter-in-law Jan until her death.  
Ginny was a loving mother, grandmother and great grandmother. She was known for her love of baking, especially apple, strawberry/rhubarb pies, Christmas sugar cookies and her delicious homemade Swiss steak.  
She attended Merson Church of Gobles and enjoyed their "50 Plus Group" and Ladies Bible Study with her friends at Merson Church.
Surviving are her four children, William (Sandy) Kesling of East Sparta, Ohio, Sherrill (Earl) Williams of Ireland, W.Va., Vickie Kesling-Black of LaVerkin, Utah, and Robert (Janice) Kesling of Allegan; 15 grandchildren; 31 great-grandchildren; and dear friend Alyce Poland of Utica, Ohio.
She was preceded in death by her husband Carl "Bounce" McMains; six brothers; two sisters; and a grandson Billy Kesling.
Following her wishes, cremation has taken place. Graveside services and inurnment will take place at a later date where a celebration of life service will be with the family at Homer Cemetery in Utica, Ohio, where she will be laid to rest next to her loving husband "Bounce." Pastor Alan Carson will officiate.  
The family would like to thank Ely Manor for the loving care and commitment to her.  
Arrangements are being provided by Bloomingdale Chapel, D. L. Miller Funeral Home, www.dlmillerfuneralhome.com.  

Samuel E. Greydanus Jr., 92, of Saugatuck passed away on Feb. 14, 2017.
Born June 2, 1924, in Paterson, N.J., he attended Eastern Christian Academy while working for his father's surveying company.
He served in the United States Army from 1942 to 1945. He landed on Utah Beach on D-Day as a member of the Ninth Signal Company. He was engaged in battles in Normandy, the Hurtgen Forest, the Ardennes, the Battle of the Bulge and the Remagen Bridge. His unit was one of the first to enter the concentration camp at Nordhausen, Germany.
He attended Calvin College, graduate school at the University of Edinburgh, Scotland, the University of Rochester, the University of Washington (Seattle), and Queens College, Kingston Ontario.  
He taught at Cannonsburg, Oakdale Christian, Holland Christian High School, Calvin College and at the Saugatuck Dunes Correctional Facility.
He was a long time member of Gibson Christian Reformed Church, where he served as elder, deacon and Sunday school teacher. He was the pitcher for the Gibson softball team well into his 70s.
He is survived by his loving wife of 67 years, Elsie; eight children, Bonnie of Klaidepea, Lithuania, Sam and Susan of Holland, John and Marty of Oregon, Mark of Beverly Hills, Calif., Tim and Sarah of Colorado Springs, Colo., James and Judy of Oregon, Dave and Melissa of Saugatuck and Dale and Kelly of Fennville; 18 grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Sam and Nellie; and his siblings, Fran, Neil, John, Pearl and Claire, all of New Jersey.
Sam loved his Lord, his family, his church, nature in all of its glory, history, politics, and baseball, especially the New York Yankees.
Visitation will be Friday, Feb. 24, from 4 to 7 p.m. at Langeland-Sterenberg Funeral Home, 315 E. 16th St., Holland. Funeral services with military honors will be Saturday, Feb. 25, at 11 a.m. at Gibson Christian Reformed Church, 6486 140th Ave, Holland, MI 49423. Burial will be in Gibson Cemetery.  
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Resthaven Care Center, Holland Christian Schools, or Calvin College.
Arrangements are being provided by Langeland-Sterenberg and Yntema Funeral Homes, www.langelandsterenberg.com.

Eilene (Peck) Arquette, 89, of Mesa, Ariz. and formerly of Bloomingdale, passed away on Thursday, Feb. 16, 2017, in Mesa, Ariz., following a two-year battle with cancer.
She was born to Charles D. and Marie E. Peck on Dec. 31, 1927, and graduated in the class of 1946 at Bloomingdale High School.    
She is survived by three children, Michael Davenport of Colorado, Denise (Martin) of Texas and Winona (Ernie) Granke of Florida; three grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; two sisters Beverly (Bruce) Storey of Gobles and Phyllis (Charles) Wilkinson of Venice, Fla.; and several nieces and nephews.  
In accordance with her wishes, cremation has taken place and the cremains will be buried in Pecktown Cemetery in Bloomingdale at a later date.