Ionia Lock and Key

12/13/2025

Santa is at Aunt Stephie's. 9am today. Come say hi, get your photo taken and get a gift.

Stop in at Stephie's tomorrow for a visit with Santa and get a free treat 🎅 9 am to 1 pm

12/12/2025

Kids eat free at Aunt Stephie's tonight :-)

11/25/2025

🚨A locksmith who was shot while assisting deputies with an eviction notice died Sunday evening from his injuries, marking the second death from a violent confrontation that also claimed the life of a sheriff’s sergeant two days earlier, authorities said.

David Long, 76, succumbed to wounds sustained in the Friday shootout in Indian River County, according to a statement from the sheriff’s office.

Long was performing his duties alongside Sgt. Terri Sweeting-Mashkow and Deputy Tino Arizpe when the incident unfolded.

The shooting erupted Friday morning at a home in the Bermuda Club community on Governors Way, where deputies were serving an eviction notice.

The suspect, identified as Michael Halberstam, opened fire on the group, killing Sweeting-Mashkow, 47, on the scene and critically injuring Arizpe and Long. Deputies returned fire, and Halberstam died Saturday night from his injuries.

Arizpe, a 25-year veteran of the agency who was shot in the shoulder, was released from the hospital Sunday and continues his recovery.

Sheriff Eric Flowers, in the statement announcing Long’s death, expressed deep sorrow over the loss.

“Our hearts are broken once again by this tragic news,” Flowers said. “David Long was a resident of our community, a dedicated professional who was simply doing his job when he was caught in an unthinkable act of violence. His loss, following Sergeant Mashkow’s, is a reminder of the sacrifices made, not just by our sworn deputies, but by the everyday heroes who assist us. We extend our deepest sympathies to his family and friends during this incredibly difficult time.”

Long, remembered for his dedicated service and kind demeanor, will be deeply missed by family, friends and the community, the statement said.

The sheriff’s office directed those wishing to offer support or resources to contact Jennifer Gelesky, the agency’s point of contact for coordinating assistance. She can be reached at 772-365-1118 or [email protected].

The incident has drawn condolences from law enforcement agencies across the region, with tributes highlighting Sweeting-Mashkow’s service. The FBI also extended sympathies to her family and colleagues.

An investigation into the shooting is ongoing

11/20/2025

🎄🎁 Holiday gifting made easy! Swing by Ionia Lock & Key for the cutest $8 mini gifts—perfect for everyone on your list: teachers, coworkers, friends, house cleaners, hairdressers, bus drivers, and Secret Santas. Ready to go, ready to give! ✨❤️

11/11/2025

John 15:13... Greater love has no one than this, that a person will lay down his life for his friends.

Thank you, veterans, for being willing to lay down your life for our country like Jesus layed down his life so we can go to heaven.

Good bless America.

11/10/2025

Because of our first day of snow this season, I'm looking forward to the summer with this pic from our past...

Thumbs up from the next generation of locksmiths-in-training 😎
Whether it’s a lockout, a , or just getting you back on the road (or the sidewalk)With our first day of snow this season, I'm looking forward to the summer with the pic from past...

Thumbs up from the next generation of locksmiths-in-training 😎
Whether it’s a lockout, a new car key, or just getting you back on the road (or the sidewalk), we’ve got your back 24/7.

📞 (616) 841-5539
🚪 Residential & Commercial
🕒 24hr Emergency Service

📍 Locally owned. Family operated. Proudly serving Ionia and beyond.

, we’ve got your back 24/7.

📞 (616) 841-5539
🚪 Residential & Commercial
🕒 24hr Emergency Service

📍 Locally owned. Family operated. Honored to serve Michigan.

11/01/2025

Saving 1 dollar sometimes costs big money! 🤷‍♂️
Let us change your car key or remote battery for free! Sure, the dollar stores will sell you a cheap ju**ie battery but it gets worse when you break the thin metal terminal of your key. Now you're stranded 🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️

Our batteries are top quality and top brands, we charge you less than most stores because we buy in bulk, and we install for FREE! Plus we take on all the liability.

Stop in Monday to Saturday, 8.30am - 5pm

Ionia Lock and Key
319 West Main Street, Ionia

See Marisa, the battery changing expert!

P.S. If you've already broken your key, come to us and we'll make you a new one or repair your old one 😀 Pretty much all makes and models

10/31/2025

Next door to Aunt Stephie's. Stop in and get some amazing deals! Don't miss out.

10/30/2025

Houdini’s Hidden Locksmith Past 🕯️

Before he was the world’s greatest escape artist, Harry Houdini wasn’t breaking chains — he was building them. 🔒
Long before the fame, the stunts, and the spotlight, Houdini actually trained as a locksmith’s apprentice — learning the very craft he’d later outsmart.

No wonder chains, cuffs, and padlocks never stood a chance.

And here’s the spooky twist… 🎩
Houdini passed away on Halloween night, 1926.

Happy Halloween, locksmith customers — and remember: every escape artist started with a key. 🗝️

Remember - we do car keys too - even if you've lost all your keys!

Ionia lock and Key. 616 841 5539
319 West Main Street Ionia. Or let us escape and come to you!

10/29/2025

Weird Public Service Announcement - Beware of scam reviews! The other day we received two 1-star Google reviews at exactly the same time. They were from out of the country WhatsApp phone numbers and certainly had nothing to do with us. The next day we were seeing advertisements from a company willing to help us remove bad reviews for a price. The day after we received a Facebook message offering their service. (We're going to leave them and hopefully Google will figure out they are fake)
Folks... we would rather lose a buck than give bad service. We believe in shopping local and shopping small, but more than that we want you to come to us because we are faster, better, nicer and share your values. Our customers are important to us. If we ever let you down, we'll make it right. If we ever can't do something (which is rare) you will not be charged. We love serving you, we love serving our community, and we love our God and Country.
John, Marisa, Demetri, Findlay and the rest of the behind-the-scenes team at Ionia Lock and Key

10/14/2025

Locked out of your car or house or safe? Give us a call. We're real. We're local. We're honest.

10/12/2025

Great news... We are now able to supply and program all new Ford and GM/Chevy/Buick keys up to 2025. Guaranteed cheaper than the dealer and we'll give you twice the warranty!
If you want great service at a family run small business who believes America is the greatest country in the world, let us serve you!