After a long journey with Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s Disease, Barbara is now residing and rejoicing with her Lord and Savior (John 14:1-3) and joins the company of those loved ones who preceded her: parents Reuben (Rudy) Elwell and Gladys Elwell; son Scott Sipple; sister Marianne Cauley. She is survived by her husband James Courey; daughter Jill Sipple; son Brett Sipple; brother Jack (Ruth) Elwell, and three grandchildren.

Cremation has taken place. Interment of her cremated remains will be at the Graceland Memorial Park & Mausoleum in Grand Rapids, Michigan. A Celebration of Life with family and friends will be planned in the coming months. Memorial contributions may be made to Resthaven Care Center of Holland, Michigan in recognition and appreciation of their compassionate and professional care.