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,…

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Marietta 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…

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Gwen 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,…

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