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Jack Thomas Cook III, age 46, of Enterprise, Alabama previously of Midland Michigan, passed away peacefully on April 30, 2022, in Hastings, Michigan. Jack was born on June 10, 1975, the son of Jack and Carolyn Cook. Jack attended Bullock Creek High School and proceeded on to earn his Associate Degree in Turf Management from Michigan State University, despite being a lifelong Wolverine fan. Jack worked at many golf courses throughout Northern Michigan before changing careers to work for Walmart. Jack, first and foremost, was an animal lover, always wanting to save any animal he encountered. He loved golf and all seasons of fishing. He also loved the Detroit Lions as best as anyone could. He...

Lois Ann (Von Essen) Von Seggern, 94, of Hastings, MI, formerly of Uehling, NE, Fenton, MI, and Gaylord, MI died Thursday, April 21, 2022. A memorial service will be held Tuesday, May 17, 2022, at 12:00 pm at Grace Lutheran Church; Hastings, MI. To see the obituary in its entirety, visit www.girrbachfuneralhome.net.

Lois Ann (Von Essen) Von Seggern, 94, of Hastings, MI, formerly of Uehling, NE, Fenton, MI, and Gaylord, MI died Thursday, April 21, 2022. A memorial service will be held Tuesday, May 17, 2022, at 12:00 pm at Grace Lutheran Church; Hastings, MI. To see the obituary in its entirety, visit www.girrbachfuneralhome.net.

Lois Ann Von Seggern, 94, of Hastings, MI died Thursday, April 21, 2022, in Kalamazoo, Michigan. Lois was born April 24, 1927, in Oakland, Nebraska to Walter and Bertha (nee Schroeder) Von Essen, and baptized at St. Paul's Lutheran church near Hooper, Nebraska. She attended West Point High School. She graduated and earned a normal training certificate in teaching, and she was a teacher in a one room school for 4 years. On May 2, 1948, Lois married Myron Von Seggern at St. Paul's. They were successful farmers in Uehling, Nebraska for 10 years. They felt a calling to go into the ministry, and after Myron earned his divinity degree, they moved to Fenton, Michigan and served at Transfiguration...

On February 6, 2022, at the age of 71, Stephen P Alflen went to be with Jesus. Son of Vernon and Mary Lou (Walker) Alflen was born on August 24, 1950. Steve graduated from Wayland Union High School in 1968 and last resided in Hastings. Steve married Jill Vrogindewey in June 1970. They raised three children: P?tra, Heath, and Trevor. He was the part owner of Alflen Brothers and at the same time served his country as a soldier with the Michigan Army National Guard. Steve went to fulltime service with the Guard in 1986 and retired as Command Sgt. Major after 39 years. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Hastings Baptist Church. Arrangements made by Girrbach Funeral Home. To...

Angeline went to be with her Lord and Savior on November 20. 2021. Angeline was born March 16, 1932, in Grand Rapids, Michigan to Abe and Ida Barents. Her husband, Bernard "Bud" Grysen, preceded her in death in 1995 and her sister Janneth Loraine in 1948. Angeline and Bud had four children, Bernard (now deceased), Janna (Bruce), Cameron (Judy), and Walter. Angeline had several dear grand-children and great grandchildren. During the time her husband was Ottawa County Sheriff from 1959 - 1978, Angeline was employed as Matron and Food Service Director, making hundreds of thousands of meals over the years with the help of inmates. She and her family lived in two different Ottawa County jails,...

Randy Eugene Deal, age 67 of Hastings, Michigan, passed away on November 12, 2021. Randy was born on May 23, 1954, the son of Bud and Violet (Prowant) Deal. To view Randy's obituary in it's entirety visit www.girrbachfuneralhome.net.

Cynthia Jean Hallifax, age 68 of Galesburg, Michigan, passed away on October 29, 2021. Cindy was born on September 14, 1953, in Kalamazoo, Michigan, the daughter of Dwayne "Paul" and Florance "JoAnne" (Norris) Hamilton. Cindy was a 1971 graduate of Paw Paw High School. On October 8, 1984, Cindy married Robert Clair Hallifax, Jr. on Mackinac Island, returning every year on their anniversary. She co-owned a national event and catering company, and a winery in Frankenmuth, Michigan. Cindy was a joyous person who loved to share joy and happiness with others and make them feel welcome. Cindy and Robert wintered at their home in St. Augustine Beach, Florida. She loved to entertain in both...

The characteristics that we, his family, will most remember Michael for are his integrity, humor, forbearance, environmental stewardship, and commitment to God and his family. Michael Edward Stifler was born on May 8th, 1949, in Dearborn, Michigan to his mother, Winola Marie Stifler (Auiler), his father, Edward Reese Stifler, and two older brothers, twins Gerald and Donald. His father and brothers inspired his love for the Detroit Tigers and golf, and he inherited his wit and self-possession from his mother Winnie. He graduated from Dearborn High School in 1967, and attended the University of Michigan, graduating with undergraduate and master's degrees in Civil and Environmental Engineering...

Paul J. Goodrich, age 92 of Bradenton passed away July 11, 2021. Paul is survived by his wife Aline Pavlek-Goodrich, his children and grandchildren. Visitation is Sunday, July 18, 2021, 4:00-6:00 PM at Girrbach Funeral Home, 328 S Broadway, Hastings, MI with Funeral Service on Monday, July 19, 2021 at 11:00 AM at Green Street United Methodist Church, 209 W Green St, Hastings, MI 49058; burial in Riverside Cemetery. To read the obituary in its entirety, visit www.girrbachfuneralhome.net.

Alice Louise (Bartell) Bailey, age 86, of Hastings, peacefully returned home to be with her Lord and Savior on Friday, July 2, 2021. Services will be held Saturday, July 10th. To view the obituary in it's entirety, visit www.girrbachfuneralhome.net.

Lauri Sarann McLaughlin, 67, has been reunited with her beloved father, Neil in heaven. She fought a very long, hard battle with kidney disease. Arrangements by Girrbach Funeral Home. To leave an online condolence and read her obituary in it's entirety, visit www.girrbachfuneralhome.net.

Wilfred "Bill" Horning passed away at the age of 88 on March 8, 2021 from COVID. He leaves behind his wife of 64 years, Mary (Pierce) Horning. They had four children together, Mary C. Horning, deceased, Christopher Horning, Aaron Horning, and Elizabeth (Horning) Howell. Bill has six grandchildren and seven great grandchildren. Bill was a successful artist, designer and teacher. He was a prolific artist and was very active in the arts communities where ever he lived. He exhibited his works of art both locally and nationally for more than 50 years. Bill retired as an art teacher from East Hills Junior High School where he thoroughly enjoyed teaching art for more than 20 years. He...

Patricia June Brown, known by friends and family as "June", passed away peacefully, surrounded by the love of her family and friends, on Thursday, January 14th, 2021, at the age of 67. June was born on June 30th, 1953, the only daughter of Clair and Corrie Brown. She was preceded in death by her parents; her beloved brother, Joseph Brown; and her life partner, James Liscombe. She is survived by daughter, Tammy Harris; son, Trey (Jill) Brown; step-daughter, Samantha Liscombe; brothers Jack (Anita) Brown and James (Julia) Brown; grandchildren Brandon, Christian, Lylian, and Kenny; and many nieces, nephews, and dear friends. June was so full of laughter and love, and was always up for a fun...

Kathleen S. Beduhn went to be with her loving husband on January 9, 2021. She was a generous and devoted wife, Mother, grandmother, and friend. In 1928, Kathleen was born to Carl and Ruby (Ellsworth) Hyrns in Grand Rapids. After graduating from Cedars Springs High School in 1946, Kathy moved to Grand Rapids to work as a Bell Telephone operator. While there she met the love of her life Richard Beduhn, who preceded her in death in 2014. They were married for 67-1/2 years. Kathleen leaves behind her children: Valerie (Lance) Bush, Adam Beduhn, Rand (Lori) Beduhn, Ren?e (Chuck) Collins, Sheree (David) Newell, and Scott Beduhn; grandchildren: Anthony (Michele) Plants, Curtis (Emily) King,...

Donald Lynn Aultman, age 66 of Chelan, WA passed away December 29, 2020 in Grand Rapids, MI. Arrangements by Girrbach Funeral Home. To leave an online condolence visit www.girrbachfunealhome.net.

Donald Lynn Aultman, age 66 of Chelan, WA passed away December 29, 2020 in Grand Rapids, MI. Arrangements by Girrbach Funeral Home.To leave an online condolence visit www.girrbachfunealhome.net.

Dwight Ernest Hitchcock, age 98, of Battle Creek, passed away peacefully on November 2, 2020. Dwight was born on November 26, 1921 in St. Joseph County, Michigan, the son of Benjamin "Frank" and Ethel (Messler) Hitchcock. Dwight was a 1940 Graduate of Hickory Corners Kellogg High School, and he attended Western Michigan University. On August 10, 1942, Dwight married Norma Jean Butler. That same year, he began working for Lockheed Aircraft Corporation in Dallas, TX and later in Burbank, CA. He served in the US Army Air Force from 1943 to 1946. Following an honorable discharge at war's end, Dwight worked his entire career as a licensed landscape architect for Light's Garden Center and...

Marjorie Merrick (Marguerite Mafalda Congionti) passed away peacefully at her home on October 26, 2020 with her loving family at her bedside. She was born on September 20, 1927 in Rogers City, Michigan. After graduating in the top of her class from Rogers City High School, Marjorie moved to Gladwin, Michigan where she married Leonard J. Merrick and raised five amazing, professional children! Her family revered her for her great examples of integrity, industriousness, pride and unbelievable tenacity and strength of character. She marched to her own drummer and stood steadfast in her convictions. Mom was very intelligent and intuitive; her house was a place of comfort to dine and...

Thomas Charles Szudzik, age 84, of Hastings, Michigan passed away on October 23, 2020. Thomas was born on November 26, 1935 in Grand Rapids, Michigan, the son of Charles and Leda (Powers) Szudzik. He was a 1954 graduate of Central High School in Grand Rapids. Thomas served in the US Navy, stationed in Korea. On September 25, 2004 he married Eddis Mae Hayes. He retired from Capital Engineering and worked for Die Cad Group until 2004. Thomas was a member of St. Rose of Lima Parish in Hastings. He enjoyed golf and fishing on Gun Lake. He enjoyed traveling, especially out west, down south and through northern Michigan. Thomas liked going to the casinos, bowling, and spending time with his...