Obituaries

Wayne R. Dial, age 84, died Monday, Sept. 11. At a young age, Wayne began his love of HAM radio; he will always be remembered by his call sign, W8AJU.…

Frances Lucille Mlynarchek, age 90, died Sunday, Sept. 10. She was born to Andrew and Anna in Wayland July 7, 1933. Frances was one of 13 children and grew up…

Mrs. Wanetta Armintrout of Moline, a longtime teacher, died Sunday morning at her home. She was 99 years old. "She was an amazing mentor and wonderful friend," said Becky Miller…

Stanley Leon Laskowski, 74, of Dorr,died Wednesday, Sept. 6, at his home.  Born Jan. 1, 1949, in Grand Rapids, he was the son of the late Leo D. and Ethel…

August Joseph Steffes Jr., age 91 of North Dorr, died Tuesday, Sept. 5, in the comfort of his home. Jr. proudly served his country in the United States Navy. He…

Gordon Van Domelen died Saturday, Sept. 2, at the age of 90. Gordon graduated from Grand Rapids Junior College, Michigan State University - where he earned his teaching certificate -…

Richard Lee Erlanger, age 59 of Byron Center, dierd Sunday Sept. 3. He was born Nov. 8, 1963. Richard enjoyed rock and roll and fireworks. He was also known to…

Oswaldo Gutierrez Sr., age 90, of Dorr died earlier this month. Oswaldo, fondly known as Ozzie, was born on May 16, 1933, to Teodoso and Elvira Gutierrez in Los Nogales…

Beth Calkins died Tuesday, Aug. 22. She was 67. Beth was an extraordinary homemaker. Her home was always spotless, and she took pride in the meticulous care she invested into…