Obituaries

Hopkins native Sally Esther Bauer, affectionately known to many as Meema, died at her home April 14. She was 76. Born March 9, 1948, Sally's roots ran deep in Hopkins,…

Richard “Dick” L. Koperski, age 93, died Sunday, April 14. He is survived by his children Steven (Valerie) Koperski, Elaine (Greg) Morris, Vincent (Colleen) Koperski, Richard (Diane) Koperski; grandchildren Colleen…

Patrick Allen Schaendorf, age 52, died unexpectedly Sunday, April 14, at his home in Wayland. Patrick enjoyed all things outdoors, including hunting and fishing and just being outside in nature.…

Orlys Mary Sevigny, age 91, died Monday, April 15, at her home in Wayland. Orlys enjoyed many things, including sewing, cross-stitch and crocheting. She had the skill to make almost…

Frederick Allen "Fred" Tubergen, age 80, Leighton Township, died Sunday, April 14. Fred was a hard worker and kept busy. He was a social butterfly and was a huge NASCAR…

Julia Irene Rayman died in her sleep at The Laurels of Sandy Creek in Wayland Friday April 12, just a few days before her 72nd birthday.  She was born on…

Dick Harrison Herp, age 77 of Martin, died Saturday, April 13. Dick enjoyed many things, including Broncos and Lions football, spending time with his family and friends, and puttering around…

Harold G. Rantz died Saturday April 13, at Thornapple Manor in Hastings. He was 93. He was born on April 4, 1931, in Martin Township, the son of Donald and LaVerne…

Reinhard Franz-Georg Petermeier, age 61 of Moline, died Thursday, April 11. He came to the U.S. from Germany in 1984 and worked as a journeyman tool and die maker for…

Joyce Elaine Nausieda (Chrisman), age 89, died Wednesday, April 10. Joyce Elaine was a woman of strong faith, a spirited woman who was very generous and always helping those with…