Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes- Tiffany Chapel

06/07/2026

Funeral traditions continue to evolve, and one of the most significant changes in recent years has been the rise of personalized celebrations of life.

Today, many families choose gatherings that reflect the unique personality, interests, and passions of their loved one. Favorite music, hobbies, sports teams, recipes, photographs, and personal stories often become meaningful parts of the tribute.

While every service is different, the goal remains the same: bringing people together to remember, share memories, and celebrate a life that made a difference.

There is no one-size-fits-all way to honor a loved one. The most meaningful tributes are often the ones that tell their story.

06/05/2026

Behind every service is a team committed to caring for families with compassion, professionalism, and respect.
We are grateful to be part of a larger network of dedicated colleagues serving communities throughout Mid-Michigan.

Behind every service, every phone call, every arrangement conference, and every family we have the privilege to serve is a team of caring professionals dedicated to making a difficult time a little easier.

Yesterday, team members from across our chapels gathered at our Lansing Chapel for our quarterly business meeting. While we're missing a few familiar faces, we're grateful for the opportunity to learn together, support one another, and continue our commitment to serving Mid-Michigan families with compassion and care.

Thank you for trusting us to be part of life's most important moments. From Lansing to East Lansing, DeWitt, Mason, Williamston, and Tiffany Chapel, we're honored to serve our communities together.

06/04/2026

After the loss of a loved one, it’s common to feel overwhelmed by uncertainty and the weight of what comes next.

In those first difficult moments, families do not need to have every answer or every decision already made.

One of the ways we help is by providing immediate assistance and transportation for a loved one into our care, while also giving families the time and space they need to consider their options thoughtfully. Even if a family ultimately chooses another provider, no one should feel unsupported during those first hours after a loss.

Our hope is always to bring a sense of calm, guidance, and compassion during a time that can feel incredibly difficult to navigate alone.

Sometimes, simply knowing someone is there to help can ease the burden, even just a little.

06/01/2026

At our Tiffany, we honor the lives and legacies of those we are privileged to serve.

Gregory M. Bria
Robert Gordon Lather
Terilyn Lee Hafner
Lucetta Christina Mayhew
Barbara Ann Trierweiler
Randy Medina Sr.
Nancy Susan Edminster
Jamil Eid Eid

Each of these individuals leaves behind cherished memories, friends, and family who celebrate the impact of their lives.

You can learn more about their lives and share a memory with their families at www.grtiffany.com.

05/25/2026

On Memorial Day, we take time to remember the courageous men and women who gave their lives in service to our country.

For many families, remembrance lives in quiet traditions... a flag placed with care, a familiar photograph, stories shared across generations, and loved ones deeply missed.

This weekend, we honor their sacrifice and hold close all who continue to carry their memory forward.

Wishing the Lansing community a thoughtful and meaningful Memorial Day weekend.

05/23/2026

At our Tiffany Chapel, every life we honor reflects a story woven with family, friendships, passions, and moments that mattered deeply to those around them.

This week, we pause to remember and celebrate:

Terilyn Lee Hafner
Lucetta Christina Mayhew
Barbara Ann Trierweiler
Randy Medina Sr.
Nancy Susan Edminster
Jamil Eid Eid
Ronnie Earls Marcus
Zachary Toupin

From devoted parents and grandparents to neighbors, mentors, veterans, and friends, each person leaves behind memories that continue to shape the lives of others.

It is our privilege to support these families as they gather to share stories, celebrate legacies, and honor lives lived with meaning and love.

You can read more about each of these individuals and their life stories at www.grtiffany.com

05/22/2026

At Gorsline-Runciman Tiffany Chapel, we understand that caring for a community extends beyond moments of loss… it includes supporting the well-being of those who serve and protect others each day.

We are honored to sponsor Post Traumatic Purpose, presented by the Ingham County Sheriff's Office Peer Support Team, featuring Travis Howze on June 20 at the Wharton Center for Performing Arts.

This thoughtful presentation focuses on post-traumatic stress and mental health, offering support and encouragement to first responders and their families across our tri-county community.

As part of this effort, Gorsline-Runciman will be providing Travis Howze’s book free of charge to the first 50 first responders in attendance.

This event is open to the public, and all are welcome.

If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out.

It is our honor to support those who give so much of themselves in service to others.

05/21/2026

One of the most touching trends we continue to see at services is the use of personalized memorial keepsakes for guests.

Families have shared:
• Flower seeds to plant in memory of a loved one
• Favorite recipes
• Fishing lures
• Prayer cards
• Tea packets
• Candles
• Handmade ornaments
• Small items connected to hobbies or traditions

These small details often become treasured reminders for family and friends years later.

What is one meaningful memorial favor or keepsake you’ve seen at a service?

05/16/2026

Today, we pause to honor and remember the lives of those entrusted to our care at our Tiffany Chapel.

Jamil Eid Eid
Ronnie Earls Marcus
Zachary Toupin
David Lopez Sr.
Elaine Ann Noffze
Tommie Lee Jackson
David Lee Luedtke
Trinidad “Irene” Ledesma

Every life carries a story shaped through family, friendship, faith, hard work, laughter, and the countless moments that leave a lasting impact on those around them.

At Tiffany Chapel, it is our privilege to help families gather together in remembrance and reflection while honoring the unique lives and legacies of those they love.

We keep each of these families in our thoughts as they navigate the days ahead.

For those wishing to read more about each life and legacy, additional information can be found at www.grtiffany.com

05/15/2026

Every family leaves behind a legacy of memories, traditions, and moments that help tell their unique story.

On this International Day of Families, we honor the connections that bring people together and the love that continues through every generation.

Every family has a story worth remembering.