Published in the Grand Rapids Press from 10/14/2008 - 10/16/2008
Martha Joyce Earley


(Kent City, MI) Martha Joyce Earley, age 82, went home to be with her Lord on Friday, October 10, 2008. She was preceded in death by her husband, Alfred, in 2004. She is survived by her children, George Matthews, Pamela and Dale Heiss, Nora Jean Matthews, Karen Vanderwood, Kathy and Tim Cooper, Jerry Earley, Sandy and Mark Wolters, Paul Earley; many grandchildren and great grandchildren; one great great grandchild; several nieces and nephews. As Martha had wished cremation has taken place and a private family service will be held. Those who wish may make memorial contributions to Hospice of Michigan. Hessel-Cheslek Funeral Home, Sparta