Douglas Olsen
Apr 3, 2025
Douglas Olsen, 80, of South Haven, died Thursday, April 3, 2025, after a lengthy battle with cancer. A life-long educator and lover of sports, Doug embraced the joy found in reading, music, photography, fishing, and cooking throughout his lifetime.
Doug grew up in Greenville, Michigan and went on to earn an Associate of Arts Degree from Grand Rapids Community College, and...
Linda Kaylor
Apr 12, 2025
Linda Lee Kaylor of Schoolcraft, MI, passed away peacefully at the age of 76 after a courageous two-year battle with cancer. She was born on September 8, 1948, in Petrolia, Ontario, Canada, the daughter of Marray and Barbara (Fisher) Hodges.
On July 18, 1981, Linda married the love of her life, Steve Kaylor, in a private ceremony at their home. Their...
Phillip Reiley
Apr 8, 2025
With heavy hearts and deep gratitude for a life well lived, we announce the passing of Phillip Arthur Reiley, who left this world on April 7, 2025, at the age of 71. A devoted husband, loving father, cherished friend, and hardworking craftsman, Phil was the embodiment of a "salt of the earth" gentleman-steadfast, sincere, and full of quiet charm.
Born on...
Eloise C. Coppens
Apr 6, 2025
Eloise C. Coppens, of Vicksburg and Frostproof, FL, passed away on Sunday, April 6, 2025 at the age of 89. She was born on October 25, 1935 in Walworth, NY. She was the daughter of Edward Sr. and Alberta (Schrader) Stalker.
A complete obituary is in the process of being written.
Mrs. Coppens is being cremated and no services are scheduled at...
James Clark Flora
Apr 6, 2025
James Clark Flora, a cherished member of the Parchment community, passed away peacefully on April 6, 2025, at the age of 88. Born on July 13, 1936 to Jack and Dorothy Flora, Jim was an active part of the Kalamazoo area community his entire life. A graduate of Kalamazoo Central High School, he served his country in the United States...
Larry Ray Farmer
Apr 6, 2025
Larry Ray Farmer, born on August 12, 1944, in Muskegon, Michigan, passed away peacefully on April 6, 2025. He lived a life rich in experiences, remarkable accomplishments, and cherished relationships. Larry was a dedicated professional who worked in the skill trades at General Motors for over 32 years, a testament to his work ethic and craftsmanship.
Larry's educational journey began in...
Violet Evans
Apr 4, 2025
Evans, Violet Ann age 92 of Portage, went home peacefully to her Lord and Savior on April 4, 2025, in her home at The Vineyards Assisted Living. She was born in Kalamazoo, MI on June 14,1932 to Stephen and Anna Sluka (Zlinka). Violet was raised in Kalamazoo, MI where she graduated from Kalamazoo Central High School in 1950. Soon after...
Arlene Larson
Apr 1, 2025
Arlene M. Larson passed away on April 1, 2025, after a short battle with heart disease. Arlene was born on July 1, 1937, to Frank and Elizabeth Aho (Tiura) in Trout Creek MI.
In 1958, Arlene married Clarence Larson. Together they had one son, Gary. Clarence passed away in 1970. In 1972 Arlene married Rolland Rheynard. The marriage was dissolved in...
Richard Michael Seams
Mar 31, 2025
Richard "Rick" Michael Seams of Allegan, MI, passed away unexpectedly at his home on March 31, 2025, at the age of 68. Born on July 3, 1956, in Kalamazoo, MI, he was the son of Shirley Yvonne Sherman.
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of a truly one-in-a-million soul — a devoted husband, loving father, proud grandfather,...
Von Huddleston
Mar 31, 2025
Beloved husband, father, and friend, Von Dean Huddleston, passed away peacefully on March 31, 2025. He boldly lived his way for 86 years and was surrounded by family members and friends during the last days of his life.
A Celebration of Life will take place at 1:00 p.m. Thursday, April 10, at CareTel Inn of St. Joseph, 3905 Lorraine Path, St....
Robert A. Swanwick
Mar 30, 2025
Robert A. Swanwick, of Three Rivers, MI passed away on Sunday, March 30, 2025, at the age of 79. Robert was born on March 30, 1946, in Grand Rapids, MI. He was the son of William and Phyllis (Wright) Swanwick. Bob graduated from Three Rivers High School with the Class of 1964. While in high school he was on the...
Thomas TerMeer
Mar 30, 2025
Thomas Edward TerMeer, born on September 29, 1948, passed away on March 30, 2025. He was the beloved husband of Linda TerMeer, with whom he shared 57 wonderful years of marriage.
Tom is preceded in death by his parents, Robert & Dorothy (Dexter) TerMeer, who instilled in him the values of love and family. He is also preceded in death by...
Linda Gemmill
Mar 29, 2025
Gemmill, Linda Gayle (Miller); went to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on March 29, 2025. Born on May 2, 1950, to Joyce Holzinger Miller and George Wallace Miller, in Ludington, Michigan. Her brothers, Craig Miller and Rod Miller, survive her. She attended St John's Lutheran School and graduated from Spring Lake High School in 1968 and maintained...
Marjorie Webster
Mar 29, 2025
Marjorie Grace Webster, of Kalamazoo passed away on Saturday, March 29, 2025, at the age of 98. She was born on July 26, 1926, in Kalamazoo, MI. She was the daughter. Of Ellsworth and Gladys (Cook) Machan. Her early years were spent living in Scotts, MI. She was a proud member of Scotts High School graduating class of 1944.
Following high...
Carl W. Wespinter III
Mar 29, 2025
Carl W. Wespinter III, 89, of Portage MI, passed away peacefully on March 29, 2025. Born on August 17, 1935, in Hastings MI, Carl's life was one of dedication, creativity, and service. His commitment to family, deep care for his community, and infectious sense of humor touched everyone who knew him.
Carl was born and raised in the small town of...
Donald Dekam
Mar 28, 2025
Donald Dekam
Donald Dean Dekam of Kalamazoo, MI, passed away on Friday, March 28, 2025, at the age of 67. He was born on May 15th, 1957, in Kalamazoo, MI, to Richard and Modesta (Holton) Dekam.
On December 2nd, 1994, Don married the love of his life, Renae Smith, who was completely out of his league. Together they built a beautiful life...
Donna DenHarder
Mar 26, 2025
Donna Marie DenHarder (Balkema), of Otsego, went to be with the Lord on March 26, 2025, at the age of 81. She was born on December 2, 1943, to Peter and Marie (VanderRoest) Balkema.
She grew up in Kalamazoo MI, alongside her siblings: Henry, Gertrude, Jane and Christina. She married her husband Marinus DenHarder on Jan. 12, 1962, in Kalamazoo, MI....
Susan Annette Thomas
Mar 25, 2025
Susan Annette Thomas, age 72, of Scotts, Michigan, passed away on March 25, 2025, at the age of 72. Sue was born on January 16, 1953, in Mount Pleasant. She lived a life rich in love, creativity, and community service. She graduated from Chippewa Hills High School in 1971. While in school she was a cheerleader.
After high school, she earned...
Josef Dickmann
Mar 22, 2025
Dear Family and Freinds! Many of you may already be aware of my reason for this post! My father, Josef Dickmann von Braunau am Inn, Austria, born, February 25th, 1928, passed away peacefully in his sleep sometime between the evening of March 21st and the morning of March 22nd! His Spirit left his body to join the Universal Energy Steam!...
Steven Allen
Mar 22, 2025
Steve Schau Allen of Kalamazoo, MI, passed away peacefully on March 22, 2025, at the age of 74. He was born on August 13, 1950, in Kalamazoo, the beloved son of Gerald and Marian (Schau) Allen.
Steve graduated from Plainwell High School in 1968 and studied Electronics at Kalamazoo Valley Community College and enjoyed a successful career as an electrician. Later...