AREA DEATHS
† CHAMBERLAIN
Rita Chamberlain, age 74, of Portland, passed away Monday, April 21, 2025.
† FEDEWA
Cynthia Fedewa, age 69, of Westphalia, passed away Tuesday, April 22, 2025.
† HIGGINS
Elizabeth Ann Higgins, age 94, of Belding, passed away Monday, April 21, 2025.
† RINGLER
Monte Jo Ringler, age 72, of Belding, passed away Saturday, April 19, 2025.
† SHADE
Trudy Ann Shade, age 80, of Lake Odessa, passed away Tuesday, April 15, 2025.
† SMITH
Gordon D. Smith, age 87, of Lyons, passed away Friday, April 18, 2025.
RECONDITIONED BATTERIES: $40 plus exchange. Wandel Auto Salvage, 2200 Welch Road, Ionia. 616-5273792.
TICKETS!!!! We carry single & double roll raffle tickets at the Shoppers Guide. Also available: Custom printed tickets! Call for a quote. 616642-9411. 13 N. Bridge Street. Downtown Saranac.
HAVING GARAGE DOOR PROBLEMS? We can Help! Call us for service or a new install. O.C. Construction 616-2914520 - Darrell.
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† DICK
Sherry Marie Dick, age 71 of Saranac, MI passed away March 15, 2025. She was born on January 18, 1954 in Ionia, the daughter of Frank and Blanche Ward.
Cremation and burial have taken place in accordance to Sherry’s wishes. Arrangements in care of Lake Funeral Home of Saranac.
† MOORE
Rodger Frederick Moore, age 85, went to be with Jesus on Saturday, April 19, 2025, from his home in Belding. Born on March 29, 1940, in Ionia, he was the son of Raymond and Lucille (Houseman) Moore. Following his graduation from high school, Rodger entered the United States Army and served with the U. S. Army Airborne 101 Unit. On May 10, 2009, he married his wife Lilia in the Philippines. He was a long-time iron worker in the construction field. Rodger also served as a lay pastor, who was an adamant believer of Jesus. He made it a point to share his faith with others and to encourage them to find Jesus in their own lives. For enjoyment, he loved to ride motorcycles and was experienced with cutting down trees, always offering people a fair price.
Rodger will be lovingly remembered by his wife, Lilia; daughter, Michelle Moore; son, Anthony Moore; stepsons, Lean-Karlo A. Tality, Benjamin A. Catindig, and Jan Mei A. Tality, Abelardo A. Tality III; step-daughter, Gian Paola A. Tality; many grandchildren and good friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Gerald and Rodney; and sister Pam.
A time to celebrate Rodger’s life was held on Thursday, April 24, 2025, at 11:00 AM at the Shiloh Community Church. Pastor James Floyd officiated. Visitation took place one hour before the service. A luncheon at the church followed the service.
Rodger’s cremated remains will be taken to the Philippines by his wife for entombment.
USED CHAINSAWS FOR SALE:
Echo CS490 $200; Echo CS 4920 $250; Echo CS 4010 $175. All are like new condition. Efco MTH 5600 with 20” bar for $150. Countryside Sales & Service. 6201 Stage Rd. Ionia 989-6374795.
DAVAL’S USED FURNITURE & ANTIQUES- 6 buildings with 15,000 sq. ft. of quality furniture, antiques and collectibles. SAVE TIME & MONEY. Shop Daval’s for the Best selection, Best Quality, Best Price. You have to see it to Believe it! We are truly a destination place and worth the drive. We buy Estates. Layaway terms available. Visa/ Mastercard/Discover accepted. 2 miles West of Hastings at 2084 W. M-43 Hwy. Near Bob’s Gun and Tackle. Hours Sunday 12-5pm, Mon-Fri, 10am to 6pm, Saturday 9am to 5pm, 269-948-2463.
† RAMOS
Love T Ramos age 52 of Ionia, MI passed away Friday, April 18, 2025. She was born on July 31, 1972, in Ionia, the daughter of Pablo and Patricia (Maloney) Ramos.
Love enjoyed going to the beach and was an avid swimmer. Summertime was her favorite time of year. She loved watching the ID channel and reading. She was the family jokester, loved to laugh, and called herself the original “Irishcan”. Love received the Michelle Ingler Literacy Award when she graduated from High School. Surviving are her children, Maxwell Phillips of TN and Alyssa Phillips of IN; parents, Pablo Ramos of Ionia and Patricia Ramos of Lowell; siblings, Miguel Ramos of Hudsonville, Jennifer Ramos of Ionia, Jessica Ramos of Ionia, Victoria (Pat) Norris of Grand Rapids and Christina Ramos of Muir.
She was preceded in death by her grandma Betty Ruth Jensen, aunt Delores Ramos and cousin Nelda Ramos.
A memorial service will be held at Lake Funeral Home in Ionia on Saturday, April 26th at 3:00 pm with Mr. Mike Cuevas officiating. A luncheon will be held at 4:00 pm at the Ionia Armory. Online condolences can be made at www.lakefuneralhomes.com
† WALTER
Alice Walter, age 80, Saranac, passed away Friday, April 18th at home. She was the daughter of Larry and Louise Hartman. She graduated from Saranac High School in 1964. On August 22, 1964, Alice married David Walter at Galilee Baptist Church.
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Alice is survived by her husband of 60 years, Dave Walter, sister and brother-in-law Phyllis and Dan Decker, children Jeff and Chris Walter (Rayanne), grandchildren Trevor (wife, Hollie), Sara and Jacob Walter, great grandchildren Keagan, Kayden, and Konrad Walter, Jozlyn Walter and Aubree, Evelyn and Claire Lower. Alice was involved with the Walter RC Park and Ionia County Model Club. She was talented at growing beautiful flowers, making all kinds of crafts and taking care of animals including as a DNR rehab person and was always with her special pal, Snickers. She was a proud farmer, incredible bass fisherman and loved her family very much.
A Celebration of Life will be held at the family home at 8550 Morrison Lake Rd. Saranac on June 22, 2025, from 2:00-4:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Ionia County Animal Shelter. Arrangements in care of Lake Funeral Home of Saranac. Online condolences may be made at www.lakefuneralhomes.com
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THRU MAY 31 – SPRING SCAVENGER HUNT Pick up your scavenger hunt sheet at Ionia Community Library, 126 E Main.
MONDAY – IMMUNIZATION
ONLINE REAL ESTATE AUCTION
WATERFRONT YEAR-ROUND HOME ON THORNAPPLE LAKE LOCATED AT 6245 THORNAPPLE LAKE RD, NASHVILLE, MI
slider leading to the covered porch overlooking the lake, a walk-out level with finished family room, main floor laundry, kitchenette area, wood burning fireplace, a nicely landscaped 1/2 acre lot, large 2-car garage and storage shed. Over 2700 square feet of living space, central air, full house generator, new roof and more. A great opportunity as a vacation or year-round dwelling. The home is being sold with all furnishings, and appliances. A 6% buyer’s premium will be charged on the sale price.
Coming events (up to 30 words) can be placed in this column at no charge for nonprofit organizations. Deadline is noon on Thursday. Email to kara.raimer@att.net; send to the Ionia County Shopper’s Guide, Box 46, Saranac, MI 48881; or fax to 616-642-6040. Remember to include your name, address, and phone number.
– BELDING –
TUESDAY & THURSDAY – PUT
THE PLUG IN THE JUG 7PM at
First Congregational Church, 301 W Washington St.
POLHAMUS ESTATE REAL ESTATE AUCTION
LOCATED AT 2535 DIVINE HWY., LYONS, MI ON:
SATURDAY, MAY 10TH, 2025 AT 12:30PM
Selling this nice country property including a 1991 double wide mobile home (1,026 sq. ft.), which includes 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, laundry, kitchen, dining and living area, large deck, 2-car garage, 2 portable storage buildings, and a 1-car storage unit situated on a 1-acre landscaped lot with paved driveway. A 5% buyer’s premium will be charged on the sale price.
OPEN HOUSES: Monday, April 28th from 4:00 - 5:30 pm & Sunday, May 4th from 1:00 - 2:30 pm
Also selling all personal property Sat. May 10th beginning at 9:30 A.M.
– CLARKSVILLE –
TUESDAY – AA MEETING Tuesdays at 7PM at Clarksville Bible Church, 191 S Main St.
– IONIA –
APRIL 26 – PANCAKE SUPPER 4-7PM LeValley Methodist Church, corner of Kelsey and David Hwys. Whole hog sausage, local maple syrup, homemade applesauce.
APRIL 28 – SPRING STORYTIME 6PM at Ionia Community Library, 126 E Main.
APRIL 29 – SPRING STORYTIME 10:30AM at Ionia Community Library, 126 E Main.
APRIL 29 – VETERAN ASSISTANCE EXPO 12:30-3:30PM Did you serve in the military? VA One-on-One. In person event. ICCOA, 115 Hudson St., Ionia. Call 616-527-5365 for more info.
APRIL 29 – CROCHETING & KNITTING DROP-IN GROUP
6PM at Ionia Community Library, 126 E Main.
MAY 2-3– RELAY FOR LIFE IONIA CRAFT & BAKE SALE 10AM-4PM at the Ionia County Fairgrounds, Exhibition building.
MAY 3 – TREASURE SALE 8AM4PM Ionia First United Methodist Church, 105 E Main. Household goods, collectibles, toys, more. Proceeds for Community Drawers.
MAY 15 – FRIENDS OF PIPEER
SCHOOL 11:30AM in the banquet room of Renucci’s. Questions, call
WALK-IN CLINIC 8:30-11:30AM and 12:30-3PM at the Ionia County Health Department, 175 E Adams St. Appointments also accepted. To schedule, call 616 527-5341, select 3.
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Online bidding begins April 20th and ends Saturday May 10th. Register to bid on Stanton’s website.
OPEN HOUSES: Sun. April 27th–1:00-2:30PM and Monday, May 5–4:00-5:30PM or Anytime by appointment with Steve Stanton, 517-331-8150.
EASTON TOWNSHIP CLEAN UP DAY
MONDAY – ENHANCE FITNESS
8:45-9:45AM or 10:45-11:45AM. All levels. In person or remote classes. Registration required, 616-527-5365. Ionia County Commission on Aging
MONDAY – TAI CHI 9:4510:30AM. Improve balance & flexibility. In person or remote classes. Registration required, 616-527-5365. Ionia County Commission on Aging.
MONDAY – COFFEE KLATCH 10-11:30AM Vinyl Record Month. Free coffee, chocolate treats and camaraderie! Ionia County Commission on Aging.
MONDAY – TAX RETURN HELP
1-5PM Call 616-527-5365 to make an appointment with the United Way-Ionia County COA Tax Team. Ionia Senior Center.
MONDAY, WEDNESDAY, FRI-
DAY – FOOD PANTRY Illuminate Church food pantry, 83 E Tuttle (behind Ken's Market) is open 11AM-1PM Contact info 616 522-7335.
TUESDAY – IMMUNIZATION
WALK-IN CLINIC 8:30-11:30AM and 12:30-3PM at the Ionia County Health Department, 175 E Adams St. Appointments also accepted. To schedule, call 616 527-5341, select 3.
TUESDAY – ARTHRITIS FOUNDATION EXERCISE PROGRAM
10:30-11:30AM. Designed for people with arthritis. Registration required, 616-527-5365. Ionia County Commission on Aging.
TUESDAY – CONGREGATE MEAL
LUNCHES 11:30AM. 60+ Seniors and spouse or caregiver. Six meal sites in Ionia County. RSVP to 616-527-5365. Ionia County Commission on Aging.
TUESDAY – MEMORY CAFE Noon1:30PM. 60+ Seniors affected by memory issues and spouse or caregiver. RSVP to 616-5275365. Ionia County Commission
on Aging.
TUESDAY – FOOD PANTRY/ CLOTHING CLOSET Ionia Seventh Day Adventist Community Service Center, 721 Elmwood Dr. (behind the church) is open the third Tuesday of the month, 9:30AM-1PM. No ID needed. Accepting slightly used clothing for those in need. 616 527-6465 for info.
TUESDAY – MOBILE ZION FOOD PANTRY Second Tuesday each month, beginning at 4:30PM at the Ionia Fairgrounds. Call 616 527-1910 for information.
TUESDAY, WEDNESDAY, SATURDAY – THE CHRISTIAN SERVICE CENTER OF IONIA NOW OPEN Tuesdays 9AM-Noon and 1-4PM; Wednesdays 9AM-Noon and 1-3PM; Saturdays 9AM-Noon. On the corner of Depot & Washington. Phone 616 527-1530.
WEDNESDAY – ENHANCE FITNESS 8:45-9:45AM or 10:4511:45AM. All levels. In person or remote classes. Registration required, 616-527-5365. Ionia County Commission on Aging.
WEDNESDAY – TAI CHI 9:4510:30AM. Improve balance & flexibility. In person or remote classes. Registration required, 616-527-5365.
WEDNESDAY – EUCHRE 12:303:30PM. Ionia County Commission on Aging hosts. For more info: 616-916-2565.
WEDNESDAY, THURSDAY –PREGNANCY SERVICES OF IONIA COUNTY FREE pregnancy tests, educational classes on pregnancy, newborn care, parenting, free boutique with essentials for maternity, preemie/newborn to 4T, diapers & formula. 217 W Main. Online scheduling available. www.PSICionia.org 616 755-6077 (voice/text)
WEDNESDAY – IMMUNIZATION
CLINIC 1st & 3rd Wednesdays of the month, 10AM-5PM and 2nd & 4th Wednesdays of the month from 8:30-11:30AM and 12:303PM at the Ionia County Health Department, 175 E Adams St. To schedule, call 616 527-5341, select 3.
WEDNESDAY – COMMUNITY
DRAWERS Third Wednesday each month from 1:30-4:30PM at the Ionia First UMC, 105 E Main St. Personal care items for those in need in our community.
WEDNESDAY – ZION FOOD PANTRY First Christian Church, 130 E Washington. 2-4:30PM
WEDNESDAY – TOPS (TAKE OFF POUNDS SENSIBLY) A weight loss support group meets weekly on
Wednesday, 6-7:30PM at Saints
Peter & Paul School, Ionia, door G. First visit is free. 616 644-1858.
www.tops.org
THURSDAY – IMMUNIZATION
WALK-IN CLINIC 8:30-11:30AM and 12:30-3PM at the Ionia County Health Department, 175 E Adams St. Appointments also accepted. To schedule, call 616 527-5341, select 3.
THURSDAYS – MID-MICHIGAN
WORD GATHERERS 9:30AMNoon, at Sozo Coffee Roasting. We write, share, encourage (not judge). All adult writers welcome. Info: 586-291-8877, www.facebook.com/groups/ MMWordGatherers.
THURSDAY – ARTHRITIS FOUNDATION EXERCISE PROGRAM 10:30-11:30AM. Designed for people with arthritis. Registration required, 616-527-5365. Ionia County Commission on Aging.
THURSDAY – CONGREGATE MEAL LUNCHES 11:30AM. 60+ Seniors and spouse or caregiver. Six meal sites in Ionia County. RSVP to 616-527-5365. Ionia County Commission on Aging.
THURSDAY – YARN CIRCLE 1:303:30PM Ionia Senior Center. All are welcome!
THURSDAY – THURSDAY DINER (Soup Kitchen) 6PM, 105 E Main St. Call 616 527-1910 for information.
THURSDAY – AL-ANON MEETINGS 7PM, Now on Zoom! Call Sandi at 616 255-3751 or Joy at 616 901-7779 for more info.
FRIDAY – ENHANCE FITNESS
8:45-9:45AM. All levels. In person or remote classes. Registration required, 616-527-5365. Ionia County Commission on Aging.
FRIDAY – PAINTING GROUP 1-3PM Ionia Commission on Aging. Beginners welcome! Just bring yourself.
SATURDAY – BREAKFAST BUFFET
Second Saturday of each month, 8-10AM at St. John's Lutheran School, 617 N Jefferson St. – LAKE ODESSA –
APRIL 26 – YOGA WITH LINDA KIMMEL 9:08AM at the Lake Odessa Community Library. Beginners welcome! Bring a yoga mat and wear comfortable clothes.
MONDAY – BINGO 1st & 3rd Mondays. Games start at 6PM, VFW Post, 3600 W Tupper Lake Rd. Doors open at 4:30. Questions: 616 374-7075.
MONDAY & THURSDAY – AA MEETING 7PM at St. Edwards
Church, W M-50 Hwy. Info: call Robert at 616 902-9001.
TUESDAY – BABY QUILTS FOR THE BABIES at the Spectrum Pennock Hospital Nursery. The First Congregational Church of Lake Odessa, 767 Fourth Ave, the first Tuesday of each month at 11am. Info: call Judy Graham at (616) 374-8753.
THURSDAY – AREA ALANON MEETING 10-11AM at the Lakewood United Methodist Church, 10265 Brown Rd (M-50). We’re great listeners; everything said at our meetings is held in confidence; we can help you regain your serenity! Call 616 575-8000 for information.
SUNDAY – OLD TIME COUNTRY MUSIC SHOWS 3PM, Bob’s Barn Jamborees, 1417 Johnson St. Open Mic at 4:30PM. Always free admission. Contact bobwarner40@gmail.com.
– LYONS/MUIR –
APRIL 29 – SIP & READ BOOK CLUB 5:30PM at the Lyons Township District Library. Join fellow readers for a discussion of Anywhere You Run by Wanda M. Morris.
MAY 3 – FISH FRY 4-7PM MuirLyons VFW Post 4646, 223 E Bridge St, Lyons. $13/person. Buffet style bluegill, cod, pollack, sockeye salmon. Public welcome!
– PORTLAND –APRIL27–BREAKFAST8-11:30AM at the VFW Post 4090. All you can eat, $14 children 5-10 $6, 4 and under free. Public welcome! MAY 4 - PHIL COLLINS TRIBUTE BAND 2PM, PHS Auditorium. Tickets $30.00, call/text Noreen, 616-841-8200 or Sue, 517-5263452. Proceeds benefit Friends of the Red Mill and VFW Auxiliary Post 4090.
MONDAY – PORTLAND COMMUNITY FOOD BANK Portland United Methodist Church, 310 E Bridge St. Open 9AM-Noon. All of Portland School District eligible.
MONDAY – DALE E. HYLAND AMERICAN LEGION POST 129 meets the second Monday of each month at 7PM at the Portland VFW on 1324 E Bridge St. CONTINUED ON PAGE 11...
WEDNESDAY – AREA ALANON MEETING 10-11AM at the First Congregational Church, 421 E Bridge St in the Fellowship Hall. We’re great listeners; everything said at our meetings is held in confidence; we can help you regain your serenity! Call 616 575-8000 for information.
THURSDAY – PORTLAND COMMUNITY FOOD BANK
Portland United Methodist Church, 310 E Bridge St. Open every Thursday 4-6PM. All of Portland School District eligible.
THURSDAY – TOPS (TAKE OFF POUNDS SENSIBLY) A non-profit weight loss support group meets weekly, 6-7:30PM at the Portland District Library. Call 517 647-2025.
– SARANAC –
MONDAY – BOSTON SARANAC HISTORICALSOCIETYMEETINGS
Regular monthly meetings are at 7PM the 3rd Monday of each month.
TUESDAY – SARANAC COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION & SARANAC AREA WOMENS CLUB
The third Tuesday of each month at the Greenridge office at 7PM.
THURSDAY – FOOD PANTRY at Saranac Community Church, 125 Bridge Street is open the FIRST & THIRD Thursdays, from 2-4pm –no appointment needed. Must be Saranac-Clarksville resident. For information call 642-6322.
THURSDAY – SAMS (SARANAC AREA MUSICIANS AND SINGERS) PRACTICE in the Saranac High School band room. Choir is from 6-7PM and band is from 7-8PM. Anyone welcome. For more information call Karen at 616-902-7237.
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