Gorsline-Runciman Funeral Homes - DeWitt

01/03/2026

At our DeWitt Chapel, we pause to acknowledge and honor the lives of those who have recently been entrusted to our care. Each individual leaves behind a story, a legacy of love, and memories that will continue to live on in the hearts of family and friends.

Please keep these individuals and their loved ones in your thoughts and prayers:

• James W. Mosier
• Elwin Eric Benson
• Arthur Gail Trierweiler
• Lesta Kay Green
• Lowell Alton Palmer
• Dawn I. Summers
• Wesley James Gibson
• Norman Michael Naimy

It is our privilege to serve these families with compassion, dignity, and care as they gather to remember and celebrate the lives of those they love.

01/01/2026

A new year invites both reflection and renewal. As we welcome 2026, we extend warm wishes to our DeWitt community and hold close those who are remembering someone dear.

May the year ahead be filled with peace, meaningful moments, and the comfort of community.

12/31/2025

In every corner of our town, there are neighbors still grieving… still remembering… still loving deeply. As the calendar turns toward a new year, it can bring tenderness, complicated emotions, and quiet strength.

Whether you’re finding your footing, remembering gently, feeling overwhelmed, or noticing small moments of hope again, your experience is honored here. It is okay to take your time. It is okay to care for your heart. It is okay to feel both sorrow and gratitude at the same time.

You are part of a compassionate community in DeWitt... and you are not alone.

12/25/2025

Merry Christmas from Gorsline Runciman DeWitt Chapel.
As a close-knit community, DeWitt has always shown care for one another, especially during meaningful seasons like this one. We wish you moments of peace, connection, and comfort, and we hold in our hearts all who are remembering someone dear this Christmas.

12/23/2025

This afternoon, we had the privilege of caring for the family of Dawn Summers, whose life of service, love, and dedication touched so many. The pastor’s message, the family’s memories, and the heartfelt Nightingale Tribute by the Greater Lansing Michigan Area Nurses Honor Guard created a deeply meaningful celebration of her life.

We are grateful for the Honor Guard’s beautiful presence and for everyone who helped honor Dawn’s legacy today.

12/23/2025

After a loss, it can be difficult to know what to say, but your heartfelt presence and support truly matter. Kind words such as “You are not alone,” “My heart is with you,” or “Your loved one will always be remembered” can bring warmth and compassion when it is needed most.

Grief does not end after the first few days. Continuing to check in, listen, and simply be there can provide meaningful comfort and remind someone that they are cared for today, tomorrow, and in the days ahead.

Read more here: https://www.dignitymemorial.com/grief-and-sympathy/showing-support/what-to-say-when-someone-dies

12/20/2025

At our DeWitt Chapel, we pause to honor and remember the loved ones currently entrusted to our care. Each name represents a treasured life, and families who continue to carry beautiful memories in their hearts.

Please join us in keeping these families close in thought, prayer, and kindness:

• Dawn I. Summers
• Wesley James Gibson
• Norman Michael Naimy
• Gary H. Kipp
• Elisa “Dawn” Earle
• Therese Rita VanWormer
• Mary Lou (Hartgerink) Smith
• Brandon David Farr

It is our privilege to serve with compassion, dignity, and respect as families gather, reflect, and celebrate the lives of those they love.

12/17/2025

One of our favorite holiday traditions at the Gorsline Runciman DeWitt Chapel is welcoming a bit of local art onto our windows each year. For the past several seasons, talented local artists have helped bring warmth, creativity, and seasonal charm to our downtown - and we’re always grateful to be part of that tradition.

This beautiful window art is a reminder of how special it is to support small businesses, local artists, and the community that surrounds us. Their work helps make Downtown DeWitt feel a little brighter and a little more festive during the holiday season.

We’re thankful for the creativity shared with our community and for the many small, local businesses that help make DeWitt such a wonderful place to be - especially this time of year. Thank you, Emily Frushour art / 37prime and Marissa Tawney Thaler Illustration!

12/12/2025

With heartfelt respect, we honor the lives entrusted to our DeWitt Chapel as we remember Norman Michael Naimy, Gary H. Kipp, Elisa “Dawn” Earle, Therese Rita VanWormer, Mary Lou (Hartgerink) Smith, Brandon David Farr, David Mylo L***y, and Vicki Lynn Van Norman. We hold their families close and surround them with the care and compassion of our community.

Thinking of all who loved them.

12/11/2025

At the request of the family, we are honored to share the obituary for Norman Naimy, a cherished member of the DeWitt community whose life and legacy touched so many.

Please note that while the Naimy family is from DeWitt, services will be held at Gorsline Runciman Tiffany Chapel on West Saginaw to accommodate all of the friends and family who loved Norm.

We invite you to read Norm’s obituary and join us in keeping his family and loved ones close in thought during this difficult time: https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/dewitt-mi/norman-naimy-12661648

Our heartfelt condolences are with the Naimy family and everyone who is grieving this profound loss.

Celebrate the life of Norman Naimy, leave a kind word or memory and get funeral service information care of Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes.

12/09/2025

The holidays can feel especially difficult when someone you love is missing.
If this season is bringing both memories and heartache, know that you’re not alone - and it’s okay to feel a mix of emotions.

Here are some gentle ideas to help you honour your loved one and still find moments of connection and comfort this season:

You don’t have to go through the holidays in one set way. If staying at home feels right, it’s okay. If gathering brings relief, it’s okay to do that, too.

Be honest about what you’re up for - if a big gathering feels too heavy, give yourself permission to adjust or step away.

You might choose to change a tradition instead of following the same old script. New rituals can help honor the past and meet you where you are now.

Find a way to include the person you’re missing in your holiday. It might be a memory shared, a candle lit, or a small gesture that says: “You still matter.”

Consider giving in their honor - a meaningful donation or kind act in their name can make their absence part of something caring and positive.

https://www.dignitymemorial.com/grief-and-sympathy/losing-a-loved-one/healing-during-the-holidays-5-ways-to-remember-loved-ones-while-still-celebrating-the-season

12/06/2025

Thank you, DeWitt!
It was such a joy to welcome so many of you into our chapel tonight during the Downtown DeWitt Christmas Market. We loved sharing smiles at the photo booth, warming up with hot cocoa, and celebrating this special season together.
Wishing you all a wonderful start to the holidays!