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Members of the MIRLCA may submit obituaries of fellow members to the State Secretary via email or mail. The MIRLCA is only able to post obituaries that have been submitted by a member or their families. Out of respect for our fellow members that have passed and their families, the MIRLCA will only post the published obituaries.
The obituaries will be posted for 30 days.
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John Frederick Huizing Obituary
The family announces the passing of John Frederick Huizing of Hart, Michigan on May 31, 2026. John Frederick, born on April 28, 1940 in Grand Rapids, Michigan, was part of many shared moments and relationships throughout life. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Gladys Huizing and John Huizing; and his brothers-in-law, Rex Wiedman and Gerald B. Miller (Linda). He is survived by: his wife Maureen Miller Huizing; his children, Sheryl Lynn Benson (Mike), Monica Field (Jim), Sheila Burrell (Rick) and Kevin Standfuss (Rhonda); his grandchildren, Tabitha, Kevin Drew, Andrew, Alexandria, Kenneth, Jennie, Keegan and Abigail; his sisters, Susan Wiedman and Mary Fosburg (Ray); and his brothers-in-law, Joe Miller (Pearl) and David Miller (Debra). He is also survived by several great-grandchildren, nieces, and nephews.
A funeral service will be held on Monday, June 8th 2026 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the Hart United Methodist Church (308 S State St, Hart, MI 49420). A memorial service will be held on Monday, June 8th 2026 at 11:00 AM at the same location.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hart United Methodist Church.
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Laverne Walter Masten, 85, of Paw Paw, passed away Friday, May 8, 2026, at Maple Lake Assisted Living in Paw Paw. Vern was born August 21, 1940, at home in Mattawan, the son of Margie Grant Masten and Marie Elizabeth (Geisel) Masten.
Vern proudly served his country in the Marine Corps. He continued a career with the Marines totaling 26 years. He carried a strong sense of dedication and resilience throughout his life. Following his military career, Vern went on to work for the United States Post Office. He took great pride in gardening and enjoyed operating his roadside produce stand at his home in Paw Paw, Masten Produce. Vern had an appreciation for the past and enjoyed watching old TV shows, especially Westerns. He also loved a good book and crossword puzzle. He was a longtime active member of the American Legion McGowen - Johnson Post 68 Paw Paw. Vern was dedicated to the legion, always lending a helping hand.
He is survived by his five sisters, Kathleen (John) Thrasher, Linda Hunt, Terry (John) Brannum, Judy Masten and Sharon Masten; one brother, Norman (Janet) Masten; along with many nieces and nephews, great nieces and great nephews and cousins. Vern was preceded in death by his parents, sisters; Carol Frank, Ethel Masten, Joan DeCrick and Bonnie Grewett, brothers; Darrell Masten and Delbert Masten.
Family and friends are invited to visit Friday, May 15, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Adams Funeral Home, 502 West Michigan Ave., Paw Paw. Funeral services will commence at 1:00 p.m. Burial will follow at Almena Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be directed to the American Legion Post 68, PO Box 19, Paw Paw, MI 49079.