Obituaries

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John W. Meiszner, M.D.

John W. Meiszner, M.D.

April 6, 2026

John W. Meiszner, M.D., a dedicated Psychiatrist, compassionate mentor and beloved father and grandfather, passed away on April 6, 2026 at the age of 79.

He devoted his life to helping others, both through his work in psychiatry and his deep commitment to the AA community, where he guided and supported countless individuals on their path to recovery. His kindness, wisdom...

Robert K. "Bob" Van Vossen

Robert K. "Bob" Van Vossen

April 6, 2026

Robert K. "Bob" Van Vossen, age 91, beloved husband for 69 years to the late Mary Joan "JoAnn" Van Vossen, nee Moe (2024). Loving father of Donna Bruna (Patrick Whisler), Bobby (late Joanne) Van Vossen, Roger (Kathy) Van Vossen, Cathy (Ken) Zelazo, Karen (Kevin) Neylon, and Jennifer (Jeff) Dyke. Cherished grandfather of Jeffery (Maria) Bruna, Brenda Fisher, Joshua Van Vossen,...

Charles F. "Charlie" Parks

Charles F. "Charlie" Parks

April 4, 2026

Charles F. "Charlie" Parks, age 85, former husband and friend of the late Marilyn Sinclair (2017). Loving father of Jamie (Lynn) Parks, Jodi (Aaron) Disario, Jason (Jennifer) Parks and the late Michael (Lisa) Parks. Cherished grandfather of Annalyn Parks, Shannon (Daniel) Moore, Joe (Haillie) Parks, Delaney Disario, McKayla Disario, Kayden Parks and Jacob Parks. Dearest great-grandfather of Ellie. Dear brother...

John T. Riedas, Sr.

John T. Riedas, Sr.

April 3, 2026

John T. Riedas, Sr., age 89, beloved husband of the late Virginia N. Riedas, nee Regnerus (1994). Loving father of Michael (Susan) Pierce, Robert (Kara Mae) Riedas, Lora Jane (Valerie Chuchman) Riedas and John Jr. (Itza) Riedas. Cherished grandfather of Rachel Ann (Joseph Roksandic) Pierce, Emma Christine Pierce, Kayla Nicole (Eduardo) Carmona and Renata Alexia Riedas. Dearest great-grandfather of Eleanore...

Gerald J. "Jerry" Grohn

Gerald J. "Jerry" Grohn

March 24, 2026

Gerald “Jerry” Joseph Grohn, lovingly known to many as a husband, dad, son, brother, friend and coach, passed away on March 24, 2026, after a long and courageous battle with cancer. He was 68 years old.

Jerry lived a life defined by passion, resilience, and an unwavering love for his family and football. He is survived by his beloved wife, Julie...

Sandra Lee "Sandi" Butler

Sandra Lee "Sandi" Butler

March 12, 2026

Sandra Lee “Sandi” Butler, nee Schlosser, age 66, passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her family. Beloved wife for 33 years to David R. Butler. Loving mother of Brandon and Justin. Devoted daughter of Lois (Bill) MacDonald and the late Richard Schlosser. Dearest sister of Lori (Nick) Kritselis, Julie (Rich Gerhard) Friedrich, the late Rick (Darlene) Schlosser, and...

Charmain Joan "Char" Norman

Charmain Joan "Char" Norman

March 14, 2026

Charmain Joan "Char" Norman (nee Hayes) age 71. passed away suddenly on March 14, 2026. Devoted wife of the Late Robert L. Norman (2007). Cherished daughter of the late Joan M. (nee Barnes) and the late Donald P. Hayes. Loving sister of Maureen (late Jack) O'Sullivan, Susan (Craig) Wurzer, Colleen (late Sean) Walsh, Kathleen (late Delano) Lacy and Bridget (late...

Jo Rodenburg Ziegler

Jo Rodenburg Ziegler

October 27, 2025

Jo Rodenburg Ziegler, age 66, beloved wife and best friend for 30 years to Thomas Ziegler. Loving mother of Seth Cowan of Morris, IL. Devoted daughter of the late Harry and Patricia (Monsma) Rodenburg. Dearest sister of Mitch Rodenburg (Sonnie) of Wyoming, Sibyl Sexton of Florida, Amy Rodenburg-Wubbolt (Georg) of Germany, Fran Rodenburg of Maine, Meg Rohr (Bob) of Indiana,...

Tiffany Duong 唐淑英

Tiffany Duong 唐淑英

March 21, 2026

Tiffany Duong was born in Saigon, Vietnam on May 12, 1967 and immigrated to the United States in September of 1991.

Tiffany accepted Jesus as her Savior and was baptized on December 26, 1996.

She was the youngest in the family. Beloved sister of Maggie (Sam Ly), Michael (Catherine), Anne, Wayne, Wilson (Joanne), Nancy, Nhuan (Thieu Mi), Amanda, Karen, Julie and Christine...

Anton Shamoun-Syriani

Anton Shamoun-Syriani

March 21, 2026

Anton Shamoun-Syriani, age 73, cherished husband of Marlene Shamoun-Syriani, nee Manoukian. Loving father of Lana (Osvaldo Lopez) Syriani, Fadi Syriani, Niveen Syriani, and the late Firas Syriani. Proud grandfather of Elaina and Selena Syriani. Dear brother of Saman (late Mary) Syriani and the late Elaine (late Jameel) Keryakos, Elias (late Theresa) Syriani, Mary Syriani, and Odeet Syriani. Dearest uncle of...

Jane L. Zoeterman

Jane L. Zoeterman

March 21, 2026

Jane L. Zoeterman, nee De Jong, age 69, passed away unexpectedly at her home on March 21, 2026. Beloved wife for 39 years to George D. Zoeterman. Loving mother of Rebekah, Timothy and Christopher. Devoted daughter of Eleanore (nee Roeters) and the late Theodore De Jong. Dear sister of Philip (Ruth) De Jong and the late Ralph De Jong. Dear...

Bruce D. Meyer

Bruce D. Meyer

March 21, 2026

Bruce D. Meyer, age 67, beloved husband of Esther Meyer. Devoted son of the late William and late Marion (nee Van Byssum) Meyer. Dear brother to Sandy Vander Hart, the late William Meyer, Scott Meyer and the late Brian Meyer. Loving step-father to Melissa (Chris), Phil and Phil Jr. (Lucy) and grandfather to many.

Bruce was production manager at Meyer Steel...

Jennie L. Kamphuis

Jennie L. Kamphuis

March 20, 2026

Jennie L. Kamphuis, nee Glas, age 88, beloved wife for 59 years to the late James T. Kamphuis (2017). Loving mother of Jeannine (Kertis) Huck and the late James P. Kamphuis. Cherished grandmother of Joseph and Diana. Dear sister of Raymond (late Esther) Glas and the late Eleanor (late Ron) Lindgren and the late Marilyn Milas. Dearest sister-in-law of Thomas...

Henrietta J. Speelman

Henrietta J. Speelman

March 18, 2026

Henrietta J. Speelman, nee Bruinius, age 89, beloved wife for 66 years to the late Clarence Speelman (2024). Loving mother of Beverly Speelman, Joanne (Ron) Ridderbos, Ken (Deanne) Speelman and Bob Speelman. Cherished grandmother of Tim (Melissa) Ridderbos, Jill (Daniel) Fager, Tara Speelman, Jenna Speelman and Paige (Tommy) Simmons. Dearest great-grandmother of Noel, Eli, William and Eva. Dear sister of...

Ralph W. Weber

Ralph W. Weber

March 18, 2026

Ralph W. Weber, age 77, beloved husband for 48 years to Barbara, nee Bulthuis. Loving father of Daniel (Christine) Weber, David (Erin) Weber and Christine (Gabriel) Warren. Cherished grandfather of Ruby, Jack and Nell Weber; Silas Weber; and Traverse and Alexandra Warren. Dear brother of Arthur (Esther) Weber, Virginia (Michael) Gleason, Theodore (Janet) Wolfson, and the late Jheri Wolfson. Fond...

Ronald E. Weynschenk

Ronald E. Weynschenk

March 17, 2026

Ronald E. Weynschenk, age 87, passed away peacefully on March 17, 2026. Beloved husband for 58 years to the late Jane Weynschenk, nee Sittrop (2020). Loving father of Robert (Cheri) Weynschenk, Michael (Karen) Weynschenk, Walter (Kelly) Weynschenk and Monique (late Jim) Foley. Cherished grandfather of Krystal, Kourtney, Samantha, Savannah, Amy, Jordan and Ryan. Dearest great-grandfather of eight. Survived by his...

Shirley A. Dyke

Shirley A. Dyke

March 15, 2026

Shirley A. Dyke, nee Brouwer, age 91, beloved wife of the late Peter Dyke, Sr. (2011). Loving mother of the late James Van Drunen and step-mother of Sharon Tiggelaar, Nancy (Kevin) Feigel, Peter W. (Jill), Gary (Christine), and Jeffrey (Jennifer) Dyke. Cherished grandmother of 15. Dearest great-grandmother of 28 and great-great-grandmother of two. Survived by her brother John Brouwer. Dear...

Gary G. Meyer

Gary G. Meyer

March 15, 2026

Gary Gene Meyer, born April 2, 1939, age 86, passed away peacefully on March 15, 2026. He was born in Sioux Center, IA to the late Henry ("Henk") Meyer and Hermina ("Minnie") Meyer (nee Ten Harmsel). Beloved husband for 60 years to Beverly, nee Bysterveld. Loving father of Amy (David) Tiemersma, Derek (Maribeth) Meyer, and Sarah (Paul) Powers. Cherished grandfather...

Rose M. Chladek

Rose M. Chladek

March 14, 2026

Rose M. Chladek, nee Odekirk, age 83, beloved wife of the late William A. Chladek (2007). Loving mother of William E. (Barbara) Chladek and Brian Chladek. Cherished grandmother of Ryan (Jennifer) Chladek, Brittany (James) Fernandez, Ian (Lisa) Chladek, Paige (Shawn) Cavallone, Kaley Chladek, and Megan Chladek. Dearest great-grandmother of Chelsea Rose, Aubrey Ann, Averie Rose, Ariel Lynn, Maveryck Augustine, Kehlani...

Dr. Manuel D. San Juan

Dr. Manuel D. San Juan

March 13, 2026

Dr. Manuel D. San Juan, age 85, beloved husband for 54 years to Beatriz B. San Juan. Loving father of Bryan San Juan, Elizabeth San Juan, Margarita San Juan, Benjie (Trina) San Juan, and Theresa (Joshua) Fortner. Cherished Lolo of Xander (Aylin), Brody, Grady, and Lacey. Preceded in death by nine brothers and sisters. Survived by his sister-in-law, Gloria San...