Author: Gertz
Donald Woolum
May 9, 1938 – July 24, 2026 It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Donald Woolum (Retired Local Pastor), a beloved minister, devoted family man, and… Continue Reading Donald Woolum
Kimberly “Kim” Loomis
March 21, 1966-July 20, 2026 Kimberly “Kim” Loomis, spouse of Pastor Scott Loomis (local pastor), left us far too early in life, as she lost her two-year battle with ovarian… Continue Reading Kimberly “Kim” Loomis
John W. Hinkle
May 18, 1936-July 15, 2026 The Reverend John William Hinkle (Retired Elder), 90, of The Villages, Florida, passed away peacefully on July 15, 2026. Born in Springfield, Ohio, on May… Continue Reading John W. Hinkle
Dianne H. VanMarter
December 20, 1942 – July 14, 2026 The Michigan Conference of The United Methodist Church notes with sadness the passing of Dianne H. VanMarter (retired local pastor) at the age… Continue Reading Dianne H. VanMarter
Charles W. Fullmer
January 15, 1932-June 20, 2026 Rev. Charles W. Fullmer (Retired Elder), age 94, passed away on June 20, 2026, in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Charles spent his summers at Townline Lake… Continue Reading Charles W. Fullmer
Carolyn J. Carr
April 15, 1940 – June 1, 2026 The Michigan Conference of The United Methodist Church notes with sadness the passing of Carolyn J. Carr on June 1, 2026 at the… Continue Reading Carolyn J. Carr
Nancy L. Schuman
December 26, 1943 — May 28, 2026 Nancy Louise Schuman, née Deming, spouse of Pastor William Schumann (retired local pastor), passed away suddenly and unexpectedly on May 28, 2026. Born… Continue Reading Nancy L. Schuman
David F. Hills
May 15, 1960-May 28, 2026 Rev. David Francis Hills (Elder), beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, pastor, and friend, passed away peacefully at his home in Santee, California, on May 28,… Continue Reading David F. Hills
Fredrick A. LaMere
September 18, 1938 – May 26, 2026 We carry in our prayers the family of Rev. Fredrick A. LaMere (Retired Provisional Elder), who entered into rest on May 26, 2026,… Continue Reading Fredrick A. LaMere
Robert “Ivan” Niswender
February 3, 1932 – May 25, 2026 Robert “Ivan” Niswender (Retired Elder), 94, of Allegan, MI passed away May 25, 2026 at Briarwood Assisted Living. He was born February 3,… Continue Reading Robert “Ivan” Niswender