Julia Catherine Beyer age 80 of Ionia passed away at home surrounded by her family March 30, 2026. She was born June 27, 1945, in North Plains Twp the daughter of John Norman and Margaret Irene (Riley) Handlon.

Julia went to school at SS Peter and Paul graduating in 1963. She married Bill Beyer August 8, 1968, in Ionia.

Julia worked at Meijer in various roles for 42 years.

She and Bill traveled to their Winter home in Naples for 32 years. Julia will be remembered as a woman of boundless creativity, warmth, and quiet pride. A prolific artist in every sense, she explored and mastered countless mediums, leaving behind a legacy of beauty that reflected both her talent and her spirit. Her love for creation extended beyond canvas and craft into her garden, where she cultivated vibrant flowers of every kind with patience and care, transforming her surroundings into living works of art. Julia took deep pride in her home, a place that stood aas a testament to her eye for detail, her dedication, and her love of comfort and beauty. She will be deeply missed and forever remembered by those who knew her.

Surviving is her loving husband Bill Beyer of Ionia. Children, Robert (Tamara) Corkwell, Kristine McDermott, Mark (Kristi) Mason, Elizabeth (Bryan) Snyder and Jennifer (Larry) Shinn. Grandchildren, Chase (Kayla) Corkwell, Rebecca Corkwell, Bryce Corkwell, Riley McDermott, Megan McDermott, Connor McDermott, Sydney Mason, Samuel (Claudia) Mason, Erin Mason, Kylynn (Josh) Range, Lacey (Bryan) Wilson and Reece (Sabrina) McKay. Eight great grandchildren. Siblings, Brian (Colleen) Vance, Greg (Robin) Vance, Sharon (Tom) Patterson and Amy (Tim) Ide.

She was preceded in death by her sisters, Norma Coryell, Peggy Lafler and Alice Montgomery and Step-Father Jed Vance.

Cremation has taken place and there will be a Rite of Committal at St. John’s the Baptist Cemetery in Hubbardston on Saturday, June 27th at 10:00 a.m. Arrangements in care of Lake Funeral Home in Ionia. Online condolences may be made at www.lakefuneralhomes.com

Ronnie "Ron" George Cogswell, age 69 of Six Lakes, Michigan, passed away unexpectedly Saturday, April 04, 2026, surrounded by family. Ron was born July 28, 1956, in Six Lakes, to Floyd and Carol (Badge) Cogswell.

Ron worked at Electrolux for 32 years. Ron loved spending his time in his garage and having a few beers with his family and friends. Spending time in his garden, going hunting and talking about hunting, and talking about farming and cattle with his kids and grandkids. He was a devoted father, and his kids were his life.

Ron will be missed by his wife Carolyn, siblings James Cogswell, Janice (Jim) Bogardus, Frank (Betty Jo) Cogswell, Mikey Cogswell, kids; Corey (Stephine) Cogswell, Brain (Brandie) Cogswell, Mindy (Josh) Schenden, and grandkids; Brandon, Kennedy (Jared), Hannah (Jonathan), Patrick, Courtney, Andrew, Megan, Zachary, and great grandkids; Jacob and Kallie, and John Brecht that he treated as his third son, as well as many other aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and other special people he held close to his heart.

Ron is predeceased by his parents Floyd and Carol Cogswell, Grandson: Derrick Cogswell. Brother: Micheal Cogswell.

The family is having a celebration of life for Ron at 1:00pm April 25, 2026, at 2195 W. Fleck Rd, Six Lakes, MI 48886.

Lillian N. Walter, age 94 of Greenville, passed away March 30, 2026 at Corewell United Memorial Hospital in Greenville. She was born June 13, 1931 in Belding, the daughter of Joe R. and Lucille (Currie) Binns. She was retired from Kalfact Plastics as a machine operator, a member of Turk Lake then First United Methodist Methodist Church in Greenville. Lillian baked communion bread for the Turk Lake congregation for many years. She was a life-long member of her Secret Pal Club. In her younger years, she enjoyed riding motorcycles and snowmobiles. Her cats and dogs were her constant companions. Lillian was preceded in death by her husband Donald Walter, step-son Marshall Walter, Marshall and Robin's daughter Victoria Patterson, first husband Bill Thompson and step-son Gary Thompson. Lillian is survived by her step-son Bill (Gayle) Walter of Grand Haven; Marshall’s wife Robin Walter of Greenville, Marshall and Robin’s son Max (Abby) Walter of Upper Marlboro MD. Memorial Services will be held later. Burial will be in Rest Haven Memory Gardens. Memorial contributions can be made in Lillian’s name to Cannonsville Critters of Greenville. Arrangements are by the Marshall Funeral Home, Greenville, with complete obituary online at www.marshallfuneralhomeinc.com where you can leave a message of condolence for the family.

Jonathan Ahab Zeigler age 70, of Greenville, passed away Sunday March 29, 2026. He was born September 28, 1955 in Ionia, the son of Lloyd L. & Shirley A. (Brown) Zeigler. In Jon’s early years he worked as a welder at his father Lloyd Zeigler’s welding shop. He also worked in factories but mostly he enjoyed working with his hands. He worked for Thomas Home Building in Belding, then he worked installing cabinets for schools all over the State of Michigan. Jon was preceded in death by his parents, 2 brothers and a sister. Surviving are his sister Janet Gentz; brothers Jack and Jay Zeigler; daughter Jill; sons Major and Ryan and his stepson Joey who had lived with him and was his caregiver. Jon will be missed for his light hearted grin and is never taking life so seriously that he couldn’t joke at things. Love you Kid! No services will be held. Arrangements are by the Marshall Funeral Home, Greenville, with complete obituary online at www.marshallfuneralhomeinc.com where you can leave a message of condolence for the family.