All Obituaries

Claudia Ruth Colpoys-McEwen, age 72, passed away peacefully on February 21, 2026, in Grand Rapids, Michigan. She was born on February 17, 1954, in Niagara Falls, New York to Helen and Duane Colpoys. In 1964, Claudia moved with her family to Whitehall, Michigan, where she built lifelong friendships and deep community roots. In 1965, she met her dearest friend, Mary Atkinson Dobbins, beginning a bond that would last a lifetime. Though Mary relocated to Florida in the early 1980s and preceded ...

Andreary Renee Claybrook, age 54, of Grand Rapids, Michigan, entered eternal rest on Wednesday, February 18, 2026. Andreary was born on June 5, 1971, in Chicago, Illinois, to Lenda Claybrook and Herman Washington Sr. Given a unique name by her cousin Jean, Andreary moved to Grand Rapids shortly after. Growing up, she spent a lot of her summers with her Aunt Ann and Uncle Spicer in Chicago and traveling down south with them as well. She attended Grand Rapids Public Schools and birthed all 3 ...

Robert James Scott, age 75, of Grand Rapids, Michigan, made his transition from his earthly home to his heavenly home of rest and peace on February 4, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. He was born on July 7, 1950, in Brandon, Mississippi, to Robert Lee Scott and Lottie Mae (Mike) Scott. Although born in Mississippi, Robert was raised in Grand Rapids, Michigan, where he built lifelong friendships and memories. He was the second of eight children. Affectionately known as “Boo” in his younger ...

   

Betty Jean Harvey Brown, age 81, of Michigan, parted this life on Saturday, January 31, 2026. She was born on November 11, 1944, in Reed City, Michigan, to Walter J. Jones, Sr. and Clara M. Haywood. Betty lived a life rooted in service. This devotion to helping others led her to become an educator in Muskegon County, where she served faithfully for many years. Her compassion, kindness, and service to others was unmatched. She was always willing to help, especially those who were less ...