In Memoriam
Bill Parkes | 1944-2023
William A. Parkes (“Bill”), 79, of Cincinnati, Ohio, died Wednesday, December 27, 2023, at Hospice of Cincinnati after a short illness. Bill was born on July 14, 1944, to the late Robert and Amelia (Mueller) Parkes of Holland, Michigan. He is survived by his brother Robert W. (Sue) Parkes; his niece, Barbara Parkes of Westerville,…
Read MoreMarietta Greeley Covell | 1930-2023
Age 93, of Palm Springs, CA. Formerly of Grand Rapids, MI. Peacefully passed away on October 20, 2023. Preceded in death by; her parents, Simeon Brooks and Elsa Chapin Smith (Nee Bartholomay); two sisters, Claire C. Cook and Elsa C. Hackett; husband, Philip Covell. She lived an extraordinary life – born in New York City…
Read MoreGwen Williams Hibbard | 1935 – 2023
Gwen Williams Hibbard, a long-time resident of East Grand Rapids and Ada, passed away on September 18, 2023. Gwen was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and friend to many. She was also an avid art collector, teacher, social activist and humanitarian. Born in Osh Kosh Wisconsin, Gwen was raised in Fox Point, Wisconsin and Libertyville,…
Read MoreRemembering Dick Wendin | 1939 – 2023
Lifelong Castle Parker Richard Hale Wendin passed away peacefully Sunday, Aug. 13, 2023. Born and raised in the Detroit area, he spent many happy summers in Castle Park. Dick loved horse riding here in his early years and later was an accomplished All-American swimmer having captained Williston’s swim team and as a member of the…
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