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Area Obituaries

Judith Katherine Cridler Claire, of Grand
Rapids, MI died at Porter Hills Village on
February 15, 2024.
Ms. Cridler Claire was a farm girl from
Middleville, MI, whose adventurous spirit
led her to serve in the Peace Corps in the
Philippines, and later to a fulfilling career as
an English teacher in Washington DC for
over 20 years at Shaw Junior High and Car-
dozo High School.
Judy’s love for nature, art, and poetry
defined her free-spirited essence, guiding her
through life’s journeys with grace and inspi-
ration.
Survivors include brothers, Reginald Crid-
ler (Diane) of Colorado, Stephen Cridler
(Judith) of Michigan, and sister ,Anne Cridler
of California.

William Lloyd (Terpening) Allen, passed

away on February 26, 2024, in Dowling, MI.

William was born on August 14, 1964, in

Battle Creek, MI, the son of George Terpen-

ing and MaryLou Burgardt. On May 1, 2001,

William married his beloved wife, Catherine

Allen, and together they created countless

cherished memories.

William was a dedicated over-the-road

truck driver. His career saw him employed by

various agencies, and at the time of his pass-

ing, he was a driver for Bob Green Trucking.

William’s passion for driving was not just a

job but a way of life. He had the unique dis-

tinction of having toured most, if not all, 48

of the lower United States, experiencing the

vastness and diversity of the country from

behind the wheel of his semi.

William’s love for driving was matched

only by his love for motorcycles, especially

Harley-Davidsons. The roar of the engine and

the sense of freedom it brought him were

sources of great joy. Beyond his interests,

William was a man who was always looking

out for others. If he saw anyone in need, he

wouldn’t hesitate to help.

William was preceded in death by his par-

ents and his brother, Jay Terpening.

He is survived by his wife of 23 years,

Catherine Allen; children, Ashley (Shawn)

Nicorvo, Stephanie (Justin Titus) Darling,

and Nolan (Breanna) Bowers; his grandchil-

dren, Jade, Jordan, Hunter, Robert, Jayden,

Brayden, Thomas, and Penelope; his broth-

ers, Jim, Joe, Rob, and Tim Terpening, and

sister, Bobbie Eddy, as well as many nieces,

nephews, and cousins.

A funeral service will be held on Saturday,

March 2, 2024, at Noon, with a visitation one

hour prior, at Pleasantview Family Church,

2791 Lacey Road, Dowling, MI 49050.

Arrangements by Girrbach Funeral Home.

To leave an online condolence visit http://www.

girrbachfuneralhome.net.

Donald Earl Drake passed away on Febru-

ary 22, 2024, in Hastings, MI, at the age of

98. Donald was born on November 19, 1925,
    in Battle Creek, MI, to Howard and Helen
    Drakes.
    A 1943 graduate of Hastings High School,
    Donald enjoyed a fulfilling career in agricul-
    ture. He was not only a lifelong farmer but
    also the proud owner of Farmers Feed Ser-
    vice for three decades.
    Donald was a member of the Hastings

Moose Lodge and the Lions Club of Bedford,

where he contributed to numerous communi-

ty projects and formed lasting friendships. He

loved roller-skating and square dancing, and

spending time with family. An avid outdoors-

man, Donald enjoyed deer hunting, snowmo-

biling, and waterskiing.

Donald never missed an opportunity to

stay active and engaged, bowling three nights

a week, and playing golf. His love for travel

took him on many adventures in his RV. He

relished his fishing trips to Canada and

delighted in exploring the vast diversity of

the United States, visiting places like the

Dakotas, Hawaii, the East Coast, Texas, Mis-

souri, and many other destinations, from the

rugged landscapes of Alaska to the sunny

shores of Aruba.

Donald was preceded in death by his par-

ents; wife, Shirley; son, Thomas Drake; and

sisters, Beverly Drake and Bonnie Jean Pierce.

He is survived by his daughter, Debora

Drake; daughter-in-law, Patricia Drake;

grandchildren, Dana Drake and Bryce Drake;

great-grandchildren, Charlotte Drake and

Myles Drake, and nieces and nephews, Bren-

da (Ken) Cole, Sally (Bruce) Dietel, Patty

White, and John Pierce.

A funeral service was held Tuesday, Feb.

27, 2024, at Girrbach Funeral Home, 328 S

Broadway, Hastings.

To leave an online condolence visit http://www.

girrbachfuneralhome.net.

Judith Katherine Cridler Claire William Lloyd (Terpening) Allen Donald Earl Drake

Roan Ryan Hall, born at Corewell

Health - Pennock on February 6, 2024 to

Rachel Hall and Ryan Hall of Charlotte.

*****

Charlotte Lee-Ann Kurr, born at

Corewell Health - Pennock on February

14, 2024 to Kayleigh A. Kurr of Ver-

montville.

*****

Wrenly Rose Watson, born at Core-

well Health - Pennock on February 15,

2024 to Delanie Watson and Ryan Wat-

son of Dowling.

Newborn

Babies

SLAM THE SCAM: How to spot government imposters

Hillary Hatch

Public Affairs Specialist

Do you know how to spot a government

imposter scam? We continue to raise public

awareness about Social Security-related and

other government imposter scams during the

fifth annual “Slam the Scam” Day on March 7.

Knowing how to identify potential scammers

will help safeguard your personal information.

There are common elements to many

scams. Scammers often take advantage of

fears and threaten you with arrest or legal

action. Scammers also pretend to be Social

Security or other government employees and

claim there’s a problem with your Social

Security number (SSN) or your benefits. They

may even claim your SSN is linked to a crime.

When you suspect you’ve been contacted

by a scammer:

• Hang up right away or ignore the mes-
  sage.


• Never provide personal information,
  money or gift cards.


• Report the scam immediately to our
  Office of the Inspector General (OIG) at oig.
  ssa.gov/scam-awareness/report-the-scam.
  If you owe money to Social Security, we’ll
  mail you a letter with payment options and
  appeal information. We only accept payments
  electronically through Pay.gov, Online Bill
  Pay or by check or money order.
  We will never:


• Threaten you with arrest or legal action
  because you don’t agree to pay us money
  immediately.


• Promise a benefit increase in exchange
  for money.


• Ask you to send us gift cards, prepaid

debit cards, wire transfers, internet currency,

cryptocurrency, or cash through the U.S. mail.

Scammers continue to evolve and find new

ways to steal your money and personal infor-

mation. Please stay vigilant and help raise

awareness about Social Security-related and

other government imposter scams. For more

information, visit ssa.gov/scam.

Tell your friends and family about govern-

ment imposter scams. Let them know they

don’t have to be embarrassed to report if they

shared personal financial information or suf-

fered a financial loss. The important thing is

to report the scam right away.

Hillary Hatch is the Public Affairs Special-

ist for West Michigan. You can write her c/o

Social Security Administration, 3045 Knapp

NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49525, or via email at

[email protected].

Elaine Garlock

The Ides of March are upon us.

A visit to the newly-opened branch build-

ing of Union Bank shows some interesting

changes. First, there is a new canopy above

the entry. This gives some weather protection

to those who arrive and intend to use the

interior offices. One is struck upon entering

to see the wall-size mural on the west wall.

Here in life-size (almost) is a depiction of

Fourth Avenue in 1930 showing the stores

with signs none of us have ever seen for

Goodsell’s drug store and others. The second

half of the mural is of a different period.

Inside, there are fewer desks. The low desk

for private consultation is no longer at the

east end of the teller counter at the west end,

there is no longer a desk for use by those who

are getting access to their lock boxes. There

is new carpet and new furniture in the corner

of the lobby for seating for a few people who

might be waiting to see a specific teller or

bank officer. The three private rooms each

have a desk and seating to accommodate

anyone there to seek a loan or buy a CD.

Changes have also happened at the main

office on Fourth Avenue. The exterior has

new signage in large metal letters to advise

us that Farm Bureau Insurance has an office

within, as does RecLending.

We read that the maple sap season began

very early this year. The sap tested at Ver-

montville had a higher sugar content than the

sap last year. Producers tapped early and were

glad for the high yields since indications were

that the season might be shorter than usual.

Last year’s sap season was longer than nor-

mal. How does this affect the price of syrup?

Another magazine has bit the dust. This

time it is “This Old House,” which is ceasing

publication due to too scant subscriptions.

This fun magazine closely followed the pop-

ular television program of the same name.

The magazine featured the same people who

are on the TV program, each with his own

variety or expertise. Others that have seen

their last issue include “Guideposts Country”

and “Country Extra.”

Our local Ionia Sentinel-Standard used to

be a daily paper. Then it shrunk to a few times

weekly. Now, it comes once a week. The

Grand Rapids Press now comes on certain

days of the week, less than the seven we used

to get. The Lansing State Journal no longer

has a Saturday issue. Some of the sections are

only four pages. Electronic devices seem to be

more popular, so subscriptions are less, there-

by reducing the frequency of publication.

SOCIAL SECURITY MATTERS

1699 W. M43 Highway,

Hastings, MI 49058.

945-

1351 North M-43 Hwy.

Hastings

945-

1301 W. Green St.

Hastings

945-

This information on worship services is provided by The Hastings Banner, the churchesand these local businesses:

HASTINGS FREE

METHODIST CHURCH

"We Exist To Be An Expression

Of Who Jesus Is To The World

Around Us". 2635 N. M-

Hwy., P.O. Box 8, Hastings.

Telephone 269-945-9121. Email

[email protected]. Website:

http://www.hastingsfreemethodist.

com. Pastor Brian Teed, Assistant

Pastor Emma Miller, Worship

Director, Martha Stoetzel.

Sunday Morning Worship:

9:45 a.m. with Kids Church and

Nursery. Aftermath Student

Ministries: Sundays 6 p.m.

LIFEGATE

COMMUNITY CHURCH

301 E. State Rd., P.O. Box 273,

Hastings, MI 49058. Pastor Scott

Price. Phone: 269-948-0900.

Website: http://www.lifegatecc.com.

Sunday Worship 10 a.m.

Wednesday Life Group 6:

p.m.

COMMUNITY BAPTIST

CHURCH

502 E. Grand St., Hastings.

Pastor Tod Shook

Wednesdays - Bible Study - 6 to

7 p.m.; Sunday School - 9:30 to

10:30 a.m.; Sunday Service - 11

a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

http://www.cbchastings.org.

SOLID ROCK BIBLE

CHURCH OF DELTON

7025 Milo Rd., P.O. Box 765,

(corner of Milo Rd. & S. M-

43), Delton, MI 49046. Pastor

Roger Claypool, (517) 204-

9390. Sunday Worship Service
      10:30 to 11:30am, Nursery and
      Children’s Ministry.
      Wednesday night Bible study
      and prayer time 6:30 to 7:
      pm.

CHRIST THE KING

PRESBYTERIAN

CHURCH (PCA)

328 N. Jefferson Street.

Worship 10 a.m. Nursery

provided. Pastor Peter Adams,

contact 616-690-8609.

ST. ROSE OF LIMA

CATHOLIC CHURCH

805 S. Jefferson. 269-945-

4246 Pastor Father Jeff

Hanley. Mass 4:30 p.m.

Saturday. Mass 8 and 11 a.m.

Sunday.

PLEASANTVIEW

FAMILY CHURCH

2601 Lacey Road, Dowling,

MI 49050. Pastor, Steve

Olmstead. (269) 758-

church phone. Sunday Service:

10 a.m.

WOODLAND UNITED

METHODIST CHURCH

203 N. Main. Pastor: Kathy

Smith. Sunday School 9:

a.m.; Worship 10:15 a.m.

HASTINGS

BAPTIST CHURCH

309 E. Woodlawn, Hastings.

Matt Moser, Lead Pastor.

Sunday Services: 9:15 a.m.

Sunday School for all ages;

10:30 a.m. Worship Service;

Senior High Youth Group 6-

p.m.; Young Adults 6-9 p.m.

Wednesday, Family Night

6:30-8 p.m., Kids 4 Truth

(Children Kindergarten-5th

Grade), 6:30-8 p.m. Middle

School Youth Group; 6:

p.m. Bible Study and Prayer.

Call Church Office 948-

for information.

WOODGROVE

BRETHREN

CHRISTIAN PARISH

4887 Coats Grove Rd. Pastor

Randall Bertrand. Wheel-chair

accessible and elevator.

Sunday School 9:30 a.m.

Worship Time 10:30 a.m.

Youth activities: call for

information.

Worship

Together

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