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| (Rockefeller) Bloem, Julie A. |
| Everingham, Raymond Neil |
| Gladding, Bonna Lee "Bonnie" |
| Richardson, Joan |
| WIGGINS, DOROTHY M. |
(Rockefeller) Bloem, Julie A. ( - )
First published in the Daily News on Oct 29, 2026ANN (ROCKEFELLER) BLOEM, age 84, of Belding, passed away Monday morning, October 26, 2026, at Golden Life Assisted Living Center in Greenville. She was born on December 29, 1941, daughter of Robert Elwood and Iva Maxine (Holland) Rockefeller, both of whom preceded her in death.
Julie was born in Belding, graduated from Greenville High School with the Class Of 1960, completed several college courses and worked in secretarial positions at several employers including Foremost Insurance Company, the Greenville Area Chamber of Commerce and Greenville Congregational Church. Julie Married Dirk Bloem on March 3, 1983, sharing over 35 years of marriage with him prior to his passing in 2020. Prior to his passing, they enjoyed many adventures and travels living in Idaho and several communities in Michigan, eventually following Julie’s roots back to Belding in 2015, to enjoy country living after they were both done working. Retirement did not mean slowing down for Julie though, as she was always busy helping and socializing with family and friends. She had a non-stop energy which powered her caring nature, pleasant disposition, infectious laugh, and her love of animals. She was a prolific knitter and completed countless projects for family and friends and donated her creations to many charitable causes including cuddle-dolls for babies in NICU isolation. Through the years she stayed in touch with many of her fellow Greenville High School classmates and looked forward to the class reunions, trying never to miss. Julie’s devotion to Christ was evidenced by her cheerful, trusting, and forgiving personality, and she was an active member of New Testament Church of Greenville, attending regularly, as long as her health allowed. Julie will be dearly missed by all who knew her and were touched by her caring heart and generous nature.
Memories of Julie and her life and legacy will be cherished by her children Christopher (Leslie) Rydahl, Paul (Wendee) Rydahl and Timothy (Laura) Rydahl; 9 grandchildren; 8 great grandchildren; a sister, Bobbi (Peter Eddington) Rockefeller; and a nephew, Nick (Jessica) Zazzara; step-children, Deborah (William) Sparks, Dan (Stephanie Smith) Bloem, David Bloem and Joe (Tammy) Bloem; several step-grandchildren; and many dear friends. In addition to her parents and spouse, Dirk, she was preceded in death by a nephew Rob Zazzara.
A Celebration of Life Gathering will take place on Friday, October 30, 2026, from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m.at Verdun Family Funeral Home, 303 S. Bridge Street, Belding, Michigan 48809. A private Graveside Service with interment next to Dirk will take place at River Ridge Cemetery in Belding. Those wishing to express their sympathy are welcomed to consider a donation in Julie’s memory to Golden Life Assisted Living Center, the Alzheimer’s Association, or The Friends of the Montcalm County Animal Control. For additional information please contact Verdun Family Funeral Home in Belding at (616) 794-1300 or at www.verdunfh.com.
Everingham, Raymond Neil ( - )
First published in the Daily News on Oct 28, 2026Raymond Everingham, age 79, of Carson City, peacefully passed away on Monday, October 26, 2026, in Sparrow Hospital, Lansing.
Born on March 22, 1947, in Lansing, he was the son of Clifford and Theal (Neigh) Everingham. After Ray graduated from Carson City High School in 1966, he proudly served in the National Guard. Ray married Bonnie Higbee on January 19, 1968, at her parents’ home in Ionia. Together they proudly raised 4 children: Lisa, Theresa, Tammy, and Troy. He was then the caretaker for Bloomer Township Cemetery for 40 years and worked for Electrolux until officially retiring in 2006.
Family was a huge part of Ray’s life, with his ever-growing family, they kept him busy. With 4 children, 14 grandchildren, and 15 great-grandchildren, he was always happy to attend the grandchildren’s numerous sporting events. Ray enjoyed fishing, hunting, was known to be a huge Detroit Lions fan, and even did taxidermy. He was a proud member of the NRA, the North American Hunting Club, the American Legion Post 380 in Carson City, and coached for MYHEC.
Left to cherish Ray’s memory are his wife of 58 years, Bonnie; children Lisa (Kayle) O’Meara, Theresa (Walt) Wiles, Tammy (Tony Williams) Everingham, and Troy (Devin) Everingham; grandchildren Jennifer Barton, Rebecca (Austin) O’Meara, Erica (Eric) Christiansen, Kelsey (Lance) Shinaver, Megan (Trent) Cook, Brian (Abby) Wiles, Grant Wiles, Teegan Williams, Tara (Chris) Mathewson, Jacob (Grace) Everingham, Kayla Everingham, Raymond Zane Everingham, Gavin Dringenberg, and Jaydan Nisonger; 15 great-grandchildren; and many nieces, nephews, extended family members and dear friends.
He is preceded in death by his parents; brother Chris Everingham; and sister Jane Smith.
A Memorial Service is scheduled for 1pm, on Friday, October 30, 2026, at Lux and Schnepp Funeral Home, Carson City. A Gathering of Family and Friends will take place from 11am until the time of service at 1pm.
Those who wish may make memorial donations to the American Cancer Society (www.cancer.org). To view Ray’s obituary or to leave a condolence for his family, please visit www.luxfuneralhome.com
Gladding, Bonna Lee "Bonnie" ( - )
First published in the Daily News on Nov 4, 2026Bonna Lee “Bonnie” Gladding, 97, of Carson City, Michigan, passed away Wednesday, October 28, 2026. Born August 11, 1929, in Carson City, she was the daughter of the late Maggie and Dale Skilling.
Bonna Lee married Jack Reese Gladding on October 19, 1946. Together, they raised three children and spent nearly 75 years together before Jack's death in 2021. In 1959, they purchased the Mason’s farm on Route 66, where Jack operated a dairy farm, before entering the ministry in 1967 to serve communities throughout Michigan. Bonna Lee was a devoted minister’s wife whose faith and commitment to prayer touched countless lives.
A loving mother, grandmother, and homemaker, she treasured time with her family, especially baking cookies with her grandchildren and tending her garden. Known for her humor and joyful spirit, she was often the life of every family gathering.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Jack; her infant son, Steven Craig; her daughter, Linda Swan; her brother, Jerry Skilling; and her sister-in-law, Janet Skilling.
She is survived by her daughter, Joan Vick; her son, Daniel “Dan” Gladding (Marcie); her brother, Nyal Skilling; her sister-in-law, Christine Skilling; as well as a host of great- and great-great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews, extended family and friends who will miss her dearly.
Funeral services will be held Friday, November 6, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. at Carson City United Methodist Church in Carson City, Michigan. Visitation will begin at 11:00 a.m.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Carson City United Methodist Church.
Passed away peacefully at the age of 80 at Maple View Retirement Community on October 23, 2026, surrounded by her family. Joan was born November 5, 1945, to Dale and Eula Liscombe at her childhood home in Hubbardston, Michigan. She graduated from Carson City High School in 1963, playing on the basketball team, attended Girl's State, and was homecoming queen. Joan attended Central Michigan University the following fall She married her high school sweetheart, Lonie Richardson, Jr, on September 11, 1965. In the early years of their marriage, they lived in Lansing, Michigan until moving to Anchorage, Alaska for two years while Lonie served in the Army. Their daughter, Michelle, was born during that time. After moving back to Carson City, their son, Gregg, was born, completing their family. Family was the heart of Joan's life. When her kids were little, every Sunday evening was Disney game night with special treats, her sister Phyllis was often in attendance. Joan was proud to be a stay at home mom serving as a room mother, making homemade cookies for school birthday parties, coaching softball, and sewing Halloween costumes. She never missed a school activity, conference, or sporting event for her children. When her children finished elementary school, Joan went back to complete her teaching degree from CMU. She worked for Carson City Public Schools as a substitute teacher until going to work as a business education instructor at Carson City Correctional Facility, from which she retired. She and her husband also enjoyed many winters in Zephyr Hills, Florida and Gold Canyon, Arizona. Joan was a member of Carson City Congregational Church for over fifty years, many of those years as a children's Sunday School teacher. She was involved in several community clubs, played softball, crocheted, knitted, and sewed and crafted with her family. Joan made every gathering feel special, with decorated cakes, homemade chocolates for Christmas treats, and lots of baked goods. She was famous for her apple pie and potato salad. However, she was probably best known for her laughter and sense of humility.
Joan is survived by her husband of 61 years, Lonie Richardson; daughter, Michelle Richardson and her husband Jerry Johnson; son, Gregg and his wife Robin Richardson; and four grandchildren: Rachel, Claire and Maxwell Richardson, and Grace Johnson. She is also survived by her brothers, Don and Dale (LeeAnne) Liscombe and sister-in-law Marty Liscombe, along with several nieces and nephews. The family takes great comfort in knowing Joan is reunited with family members who passed before her, including parents Dale and Eula Liscombe; sister Phyllis (Ted) Shillinger; brothers Dean (Janice) and Bob Liscombe.
The family is grateful to Maple View Retirement Community for the excellent care provided to Joan over the last year, and to all staff and residents for the kindness, love, and prayers extended toward the entire family. Heartfelt thanks are extended to Gina, Jessie and the rest of the Horizon Hospice team for their compassionate treatment. Special appreciation also goes to Joan's niece, Pamela Spach, for helping her stay active and independent as long as possible and for being by her side throughout this battle. The family will be forever blessed by the support given to them during this time. Per Joan's wishes, there will be no services. In lieu of flowers or food, the family would like to honor Joan with a memorial fund benefitting Maple View Retirement Community, 4396 Luce Road, Ithaca Michigan. Arrangements were entrusted to the Mills Funeral Home, Shelly-Odell Chapel in Eaton Rapids. To leave condolences for the family, please visit our website, www.millsfuneral.com.
Dorothy Matilda Wiggins, age 98, of Greenville, Michigan, passed away Saturday, October 24, 2026 at her home under the loving care of her daughters, Jan & Loretta, and Corewell Health Hospice. The daughter of Raymond & Ada (Carpenter) Beebe, she was born on April 1, 1928 in Marion, Michigan and retired from the former Electrolux Home Products.
Dorothy enjoyed attending music jamborees and feeding and watching the birds… especially cardinals.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her former husband, Douglas James Wiggins; her longtime companion and partner, Frank Young; five children, Douglas Wiggins, Jr., Karen Light, Roger D. Wiggins, Rose Marie Wiggins, and Shirley Ann Townsend; a sister, Mildred Mitchell; and six brothers, Elmer Beebe, Bill Beebe, Ed Beebe, Ben Beebe, Frank Beebe, and Doug Beebe.
Surviving are her children, Jan Hodge, Loretta & Donald Forist, Dwight “Ike” Wiggins, Richard & Donna Wiggins; and Lonny & Robin Wiggins; many, many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
Visitation is from 12-1 p.m. on Friday, October 30, 2026 on at Christiansen’s Michigan Cremation & Funeral Care, 511 S. Franklin Street, Greenville, where funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. Friday. Burial will take place privately at Forest Hill Cemetery in Stanton.
Contributions in Dorothy’s memory may be directed to the donor’s favorite children’s hospital. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home.
To send a message of sympathy to the family, sign Dorothy’s online guest book, or share a favorite memory, please visit:
www.MichiganCremation.com
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Christiansen’s Michigan Cremation & Funeral Care, Greenville, 616-754-5638.
