Norma Randall, age 83, of Howard City, passed away January 24, 2013 at her residence. She was born March 1, 1929 in Grand Rapids the daughter of Ross and Alice (Scott) Cady. Norma loved flowers, gardening and watching birds. She was a member of the Howard City Ladies Auxiliary. Surviving are six sons Kerry (Penny) of Howard City, Daniel (Mary) of Sand Lake, Eugene (Darlene) of East Jordan, Michael of Kalamazoo, Eric of Howard City, Donald (Jane) of Howard City; four daughters, Paulette Merritt of Howard City, Patricia (Dick) Schutter of New Castle, Mary (Gary) Poortvliet of Bitely, Susan Potts (fiance Tim Fiebig) of Comstock Park; 55 grandchildren; and 56 great grandchildren; one sister Yvonne Spaans of Grand Rapids; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband in 1993; and one brother and one sister. Memorial services took place on Tuesday, January 29, 2013 at 1:00 p.m. at the Heckman Funeral Home with Pastor Brad Brillhart officiating, with burial in the North Ensley Cemetery. Friends met at the funeral home on Tuesday from 11:00 a.m. until the time of services. Arrangements by Heckman Funeral Home, Howard City

Mr. Tony “TD” Johnson, age 63, of Cedar Springs, passed away on Friday, January 25, 2013. He was a 1968 graduate of Cedar Springs High School where he lettered in football (in both defensive and offensive). Tony learned the value of hard work from his parents who owned a lumber company. During the Vietnam War, he was a member of the Navy Seabees. After the service, Tony built a business, TD Johnson Lumber Company, that he operated and loved for 30+ years. In 1995 his sawmill burned, and he then worked as a consultant in the lumber business in Russia. For 21 years he was assistant Fire Chief for the City of Cedar Springs and also was a firefighter and member of the first responders for Solon Township. Tony was a man of great courage, a great story teller, and a member of the informal round table at various breakfast sites in Cedar Springs. He and Mary enjoyed sharing time together, going to flea markets, and trips to the family cabin in the UP. Tony enjoyed hunting with his son and Al Kensil who went to Alaska for hunting. Tony was a member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles in Sand Lake and the V.F.W. in Howard City. He is survived by “the wife”, Mary; son, Bradley (Amanda) Johnson; granddaughter, Kailien and the most anticipated arrival of Korrah in March; brother and sister, Michael and Pearl Johnson, and Penelope and Reggie Hoover; his life long friend, Al Kensil; and his beloved dog, Sam. Tony was preceded in death by his brother, Bradley in 1951, and his parents, Donald and Susanna Johnson. The Johnson family would like to extend their heartfelt thank you to the Three Blue Staff at Grand Rapids Veterans Home and Heartland Hospice for the love, care, and compassion given to Tony. The Service for Mr. Johnson was held Tuesday at 1:00 p.m. at Pederson Funeral Home with Pastor Darryl Miller officiating. Military honors will be under the auspices of the Kent County Veterans Honor Guard. Those planning an expression of sympathy are asked to consider the Friends of Michigan Veterans Homes, Inc., PO Box 150251, Grand Rapids, MI 49515. Relatives and friends met the family at the Pederson Funeral Home on Monday from 4 to 8 p.m. Arrangements by Pederson Funeral Home, Rockford www.pedersonfuneralhome.com

Mr. Bernard L. Cavner, age 85, of Cedar Springs, passed away on Tuesday, January 29, 2013. He grew up near Kent Country Club on the northeast side of Grand Rapids. Bernard was a 1945 graduate of Creston High School where he sang in the school choir. Immediately after he got that letter from Uncle Sam that said, “I need you,” he enlisted in the US Navy and served during the Korean War. After the service, Bernard met Audrey Jean Smith at his family home. They had a loving courtship for a few years, and then he asked her to marry him at her folk’s home in Shelbyville, MI. Bernard worked as a Power House Engineer at Diesel Equipment for over 30 years. In his free time he enjoyed woodworking and was an avid reader. Both he and Audrey enjoyed being with their family, traveling, watching birds, and wintering in McAllen, TX. He loved his family and enjoyed every moment with them, including the times at Wilderness State Park. He was a Life Member of the Rockford Masonic Lodge #246 F&AM. The Cavner family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to Metron of Cedar Springs and Hospice of MI for the love, care, and compassion given to Bernie. Bernard is survived by his wife Audrey; children, Gary and Holly Cavner, Pat and Lori Cavner, Roberta and Paul Shiels; 7 grandchildren, Stuart (Kristy) Cavner, Courtney (Chad) English, Jason (Brooke) Cavner, Amber Cavner, Derek and Adrienne Shiels, Craig and Jennifer Shiels, Kimberly Shiels; 9 great-grandchildren; brothers, Dale (Elaine) Cavner, Bob (Kay) Cavner, Donald (Sharon) Cavner, Ron (Evelyn) Cavner; sister-in-law, Mrs. Nena Cavner. He was preceded in death by his brother, Wayne. The Service for Mr. Cavner will be Saturday at 2:30 p.m. at the Pederson Funeral Home with Pastor Larry Rowland officiating. Military honors will be under the auspices of the Kent County Veterans Honor Guard. Those planning an expression of sympathy are asked to consider Hospice of MI, 989 Spaulding Ave., SE, Ada, MI 49301. Relatives and friends may meet with the family at the funeral home on Saturday from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Arrangements by The Pederson Funeral Home, Rockford www.pedersonfuneralhome.com

Dr. Richard L. “Dick” Jeruzal born in Manistee, Michigan, December 13, 1946, departed this world and went to be with his Lord, Friday, January 18, 2013, at the age of 66 after a short illness. He was predeceased by his parents, Evelyn and Arnold Jeruzal, his parents-in-law, Minnie and Russ Hutson, and his Goddaughter, Britt Sommerfield. He is survived by his much loved wife, Rosemary nee Hutson, his sister, Patricia and Michael Brougham, of Beulah, his sisters-and brothers-in-law, Pat and Mike Piechocki, Bob and Sue Hutson, his nieces, nephews and their children, Colin and Rachel (Thomas) Brougham of Alanson, Justin Brougham his Godson of Atlanta, Georgia, Michael Piechocki (Jack, Eden, Becca and Josh), Kristine and Mike Johnson (Joe and Ashley, Tony and Sarah, and Ally), Marne and Roger Marshall-Behymer (Noah and Gabbie), Eric Hutson, Molly and Tony Campbell (Emma and Madi) and special aunt and uncle, Mary and Bud VanderWeide, his Goddaughter, Michelle Henning of Nashua, New Hampshire, his incredible CedarRock Dental Care Family, Barb, Cheryl, Jen, Lisa, Lynn, Jodi, and Dr. B and his amazing patients. He also leaves behind many dear friends, especially Barb and Dave Blanden, Judy and Paul Jensen, his four-legged kids, his boy Deuce and little girl, Elke. Announcing he would be a dentist at the age of 8, he followed that passion studying at Alma College, then The University of Detroit Dental school. He returned to teach in the dental schools at U of D and The University of Michigan after beginning his practice in 1972. He was devoted to his cherished patients. He loved all U of M athletics, time with friends and family, Lake Michigan, the “mitten”, fishing trips with Dave and Brian, history, the Tigers, travels by boat, RV or airplane. Mass of Christian burial will be Saturday at Our Lady of Consolation Church, 4865 Eleven Mile Road, Rockford at 11:00 AM. Visitation will be at the church Thursday and Friday from 5-9PM and one hour prior to the service. In lieu of flowers, donations to The Dr. Richard L. Jeruzal Endowed Scholarship Fund of Alma College, 614 W. Superior St., Alma, MI 48801, would be greatly appreciated. An online registry is available at OfieldFuneralHome.com

Neil D. Gilbert Sr., age 84 of Howard City, passed away Monday, January 14, 2013 in Big Rapids. He was born January 1, 1929 in Sand Lake the son of Darwin and Anna (Washer) Gilbert. Neil was honorably discharged from the United States Army. He married Naomia DeVries on March 17, 1950 in Cedar Springs where the couple made their home for over 30 years. Neil farmed and was employed at Rowe-A.M.I. in Grand Rapids for 32 years. Neil was an avid sportsman but he especially loved bowling; not only was he an accomplished league bowler, he also served as secretary for the Greater Grand Rapids Bowling Association for many years. Neil is survived by his wife, Naomia Gilbert of Howard City; three children, Neil Gilbert Jr. of Morley, Steve Gilbert of Howard City, Sue (David) Uibel of Mooresville, North Carolina; 7 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; brother, Frank (Frieda) Gilbert of Grant; sister-in-law, Winona DeRoos of Grand Rapids; brother-in-law, Raymond Fries of Sparta; many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, Roy and Harry Gilbert; four sisters, Edna Kramer, Ada Castle, Erma Castle and Geraldine Pratt; two daughters-in-law, Wendy Gilbert and Virginia Gilbert. Cremation has taken place. There will be a memorial service 11:00 a.m. Friday, February 1, 2013 at the Ensley Center Baptist Church, 7077 120th Street, Sand Lake, Michigan. Share a memory or leave a condolence for the family at www.daggettgilbertfuneralhome.com. Arrangements by Daggett-Gilbert Funeal Home, Big Rapids.

Mr. Maurice H. Murray, age 96, of Avon Park, Florida and formerly of Cedar Springs, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Monday, December 24, 2012, while in Sarasota, Florida. He grew up in the Bailey area where his father farmed and was a meat cutter. After attending school, Maurice would help on the farm. He was honored to have served his country in the US Navy. Maurice attended the Church of Christ in Bailey. His family loved living on a farm; and his children have many special memories of being pulled by the sled on the farm. For many years, he was a part-owner of Murray Lumber Company in Grant. He and Jane had attended First Baptist Church of Cedar Springs. Maurice is survived by his wife, Jane; children, Janice and Bill Follett, Hope and Joe Austin, Leora and Mike McCartin, Diane and Mike Nieman, and Maurice Murray, Jr; step-children, Gary Shears, William and Linda Shears, Karen and Bob Gebhart, Mrs. Chris Shears; many grandchildren and great-grandchildren; brother, Ronald and Doris Murray; sister, Ellen Tibbe; and nieces and nephews. Maurice was preceded in death by his first wife, Leola Murray, daughter, Nancy Gleason, stepdaughters, Judy Brugel, and Joann Sischo, and stepson, Brian Shears. The Service of Praise and Thanksgiving for the gift of everlasting life through Jesus Christ for Mr. Murray was held on Sunday at 4:00 p.m. at First Baptist Church of Cedar Springs, 233 S. Main St., Cedar Springs, Michigan with Pastor Jim Howard officiating. Military honors were under the auspices of the Kent County Veterans Honor Guard. Interment in Maple Grove Cemetery in Fremont. Those planning an expression of sympathy are asked to consider First Baptist Church of Cedar Springs. Relatives and friends met with the family at the church on Sunday from 3:00 to 3:45 p.m. before the service. Arrangements by Pederson Funeral Home, Rockford www.pedersonfuneralhome.com

Teresa Ann Maxson, 43 of Cedar Springs, died Monday, December 31, 2012 at her home. Teresa was born July 3, 1969 in Milford, Delaware the daughter of Michael and Betty (Cain) Darrah. She had worked at the Road Runner Variety Store. Surviving are her husband, Keith; children, Joseph Maxson, Keith Maxson, III, Caleb Maxson, Jamie Darrah, Christina Darrah; grandchildren, Joseph Darrah, Alexia-Kay Bowman, Sophia-Rae Bowman, Jordyn Carpenter; mother, Betty Ralyea; brothers, Harold, Mike and Keith Darrah; sisters, Sherry Briscoe, Tonya Darrah, Darla Darrah. Private family services were held at the Bliss-Witters & Pike Funeral Home, Cedar Springs.

Arrangements by Bliss-Witters & Pike Funeral Home, Cedar Springs

Joyce Marie Bailey went home to be with her Lord and family on Saturday, December 29, 2012. She was born in Perkins, Michigan, on August 13, 1924 to Alfred and Mabel Krouth. All of her life she very much loved her Lord and all of her family. She married Kenneth B. Bailey and they raised their children Kenneth (Bud) and Bonnie in Eckerman, Michigan. In later years Ken and Joyce moved to Union Grove, WI, where they worked at “the colony”, a state facility, where they cared for children for many years. Joyce enjoyed country music, dancing and bowling. She also enjoyed spending time at the Cedar Springs Senior Center with her many friends. She loved a good joke and our funny family stories and laughing. When the great grandchildren were born she was referred to as “GG” (for Great Grandma) by the children and many others. She was preceded in death by her husband, Kenneth B. Bailey, her daughter Bonnie (Bailey) Morten, her granddaughter, Julie Morten and her grandson, Kenny Bailey. Her sisters, Leona Rochon, Monica Droppart and Mary Lorenson and her brothers, Robert Krouth and Don Krouth; her niece Linda (Bailey) Tulwetzky and her nephew, David Bailey; her brothers and sisters-in-law Neil Bailey, Jim and Mable Bailey, Alvin and Shirley Bailey, Lloyd Bailey, and Millicent (Bailey) Beauchamp; grandson-in-law, Jim Kirkwood. She will be dearly missed by her son, Ken “Bud” Bailey and his wife, Amber (Williams) Bailey. Her son-in-law, Don Morten, and granddaughter Joyce Morten; granddaughter Sheila (Bailey) Wittenbach and her husband, Joe and great grandchildren Evan and Joshua; granddaughter Annie (Bailey) Kirkwood-Hall and her husband Trever Hall and great grandchildren, Cade Hall, Alex Kirkwood and Tressa Hall; her sister, Elizabeth (Krouth) Bailey; her brothers and their wives, Richard and Mary Krouth, Alfred and Ruth Krouth; and her brother-in-law, Myron Lorenson; and many nieces and nephews. The family would like to thank Bishop Hills for their kindness and care for our “GG”, especially Julie Shupe and Maureen Nelson, her friend and Eucharistic minister from Our Lady of Consolation. We would also like to thank the nurses of Butterworth Hospital who cared for her and for us in her last days, especially Adrienne, Chelsea, Jared and Jocelyn, and to the ministerial staff of the hospital. Your compassion, skill and understanding are greatly appreciated. A memorial service for the family will be held in the spring. Donations in her honor may be made to Bishop Hills, 4951 Eleven Mile Road, Rockford, MI 49341, to be used for the fund to provide assisted living housing to those in need.

Arrangements by Bliss-Witters & Pike Funeral Home, Cedar Springs.

Robert Charles Winquist, age 81, slalomed his way across the finish line on Wednesday January 2nd, 2013 at his home at Caberfae Peaks surrounded by his family and wife Ariadne. After being diagnosed with a brain tumor in April, Bob achieved his goal of attending his grandson Erik’s wedding, deer hunting, celebrating the holidays and most important, visiting with his friends and relatives daily for 9 months. Bob was preceded in death by his parents, Harry and Martha Winquist; stepfather, Bernard Edison; brothers-in-law, Fred Boshoven, Harold Yeargin; and sister-in-law, Udella Munson. Bob was born in 1931 and graduated from Rockford High School in l950. His love of cars led him into owning the Cedar Body Shop in Cedar Springs. At that time he was the number one dune buggy builder and seller in Western Michigan. His innate sales ability later translated into a successful mobile home business (CBS Homes) and also various real estate ventures. He was a skilled and speedy builder who was the one his children went to when a home improvement plan was needed. Deer hunting was a passion, and skiing and golf were integral parts of his life. Bob is survived by his wife Ariadne of 60 years; daughters, Boni (Glenn) Stout and Sheri (Doug) Frye; and sons, Scott (Kristine) Winquist and Tom (Jacqueline) Winquist. His devoted grandchildren are many: Cari (Ryan) Martin, Sara (Jarred) Sper, Christopher (Ashley) Hansen, Alisa (John) Hole, Erik (Natalie) Winquist, Heidi (Martin) Tichy, Alissandra and Aubrie Winquist; and step grandchildren, Colton, Christy and Debby (Scott) Haverdink. His life was further enlightened by his 13 great grandchildren: Parker, Tyler, Sammy, Avery, Maya, Michael, Kaylin, Makenna, Skylar, Ariadne, Brecken, Ashley, and Chelsea. He is also survived by his brother, Tom (Shirley) Winquist; sister, Janet Boshoven; sisters- in-law, Gertrude Yeargin, Maxine Gordon; and step-sisters, Karen (Bill) Brumit and Vivian (David) Klinck. Bob was blessed with countless friends including those at the Harrietta United Methodist Church (HUMC) where he devoted his building talents to making the church more accessible for others to share in their fellowship. Many thanks for the prayers of church members, family and friends as well as the kind and compassionate support of the “Cancer Bus” driver (Wayne), medical staff and hospice care givers. Memorial services will be held at 11:00 AM on Monday January 7, 2013 at the Harrietta United Methodist Church with Pastor Beverly Williams officiating. The family will receive friends for visitation from 10:00 AM until time of service. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to the HUMC would be appreciated for a special project in Bob’s memory. Please visits Bob’s personal memory page to share photos and memories with the family at www.oakgrovefh.com. There will be a reception following the memorial service held at Caberfae Ski Club, 6492 11th Rd, and everyone is invited. The family has entrusted funeral arrangements with Oak Grove Funeral Home & Cremation Center.

Muriel Edna (Scott) Casterline, 88 of Sand Lake, went to be with her Lord peacefully at her home on Saturday, December 22, 2012. Mrs. Casterline was born June 27, 1924 in Grand Rapids, MI the daughter of William and Ida (Root) Scott. She was a 1944 graduate of Creston High School and during the war had worked at Berkey & Gay making gas tanks for B-29 bombers. After the war the family moved to the Sand Lake area and she worked at Wolverine Glove Factory in Howard City. At that time she met Sherwood Casterline and they were married on March 11, 1949. They lived in the same house all their married life and raised their three children there. She loved cooking, canning, gardening, sewing and all kinds of crafts including flower arranging. She was a faithful member of Ensley Baptist Church, where she took on the ministry of sending cards for birthdays, anniversaries, and condolences. Surviving are her children, Allan Casterline of Pierson, Arlene (Tom) Culver of Howard City; son-in-law, Ron Kelley of Gladstone, MI; grandchildren, Scott (Melissa) Culver, Stacey (Kevin) Sage all of Howard City; great grandchildren, Ethan and Alex Culver, Oliver Sage. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Sherwood in 2009; her parents; an infant son, Arden; daughter, Ardith Kelley; sisters, Ruth Scott, Martha (Gordon) Blossom. The family received friends Thursday from 2-4 and 6-8 pm at the Bliss-Witters & Pike Funeral Home, Cedar Springs. The funeral service will take place Friday 11:00 am at Ensley Baptist Church. Pastors Bert Boes and Timothy Decker officiating. Interment Crandall Cemetery, Ensley Township. Memorial contributions may be made to Neurofibromatosis Michigan, P.O. Box 6026, Grand Rapids, MI 49516 or Ensley Baptist Church, 7077 120th, Sand Lake, MI 49343.

Arrangements by Bliss-Witters & Pike Funeral Home, Cedar Springs