Jack Shilts
Feb 28, 2020
Shilts passed away February 28, 2020 at Borgess Hospital with his wife and family by his side. He was born August 26, 1934 in Kalamazoo MI. to Fred and Enid Shilts. Jack graduated from Battle Creek Lakeview High School in 1952. He later went on to attend Western Michigan University and earned a Bachelor of Science degree in 1965. Jack...
Janice E. Harding
Feb 27, 2020
Janice Eline Harding was born June 24th 1938, and passed away Feb. 27th 2020 at Bronson Hospital. Jan was her preferred name, but best remembered as Grammie to all. She was preceded in death by her parents, Melvin and Alice (Grammie) Crane and Lahoma Yates; two brothers, Norm Crane & Bill Pickowitz; and her two beloved sons, Brian Scott Harding...
Marquelia Meinert
Feb 27, 2020
On February 27, 2020, Markie was released from her cancer-ravaged body while surrounded by her family and friends. Born on December 7, 1951 to Richard Dale Meinert and Carol (Allerton) Turner, she was a fighter from the day that she came into the world until the day that she left it. A creative spirit, she passionately expressed herself through music,...
Margaret Louise Westover
Feb 26, 2020
Margaret Louise Westover (née Baier), passed away peacefully with family at her side on February 26, 2020, at Bickford Assisted Living in Kalamazoo, Michigan at the age of 93. She was born on July 9, 1926, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin to Lawrence and Agnes Baier. Marge (Red) grew up surrounded by family in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. She married Gerald M. Westover on...
Stephen Stilson
Feb 24, 2020
Stephen passed unexpectedly on February 24/2020. A more complete obituary will follow in the coming days.
LaUna Marie McKinstry
Feb 23, 2020
LaUna McKinstry, age 89, of Plainwell, passed away on February 23, 2020. LaUna was born on May 13, 1930 to Lloyd & Lela (Olson) Taylor. Following her wishes, cremation has taken place. LaUna’s family includes her husband of 68 years, Clifford; her children: Kim McKinstry, Clifford J. (Carole) McKinstry and Kevin (Jack Johnson) McKinstry; three grandchildren: Iain, Taylor and Molly....
Iliah Dahlquist
Feb 23, 2020
Iliah B. Dahlquist, of Lawton passed away on Sunday, February 23, 2020 at the age of 97. Iliah was born on December 11, 1922 in Palmer, IA. She was the daughter of Thomas and Rose (Mullens) Ellis. Later after high school In 1946 Iliah married Paul Dahlquist. She loved her job as a school secretary at Milham Elementary. She also...
Virginia Schuring
Feb 22, 2020
With a strong will and a persevering spirit, Virginia Schuring lived a life centered in family. A devoted wife, mother, and grandmother, Virginia cherished nothing more than her family. Virginia embraced each day as a gift and met each challenge with faith. She loved with all her heart and was unwavering in her support. Treasured by many, Virginia will be...
Albert Raymond Hamlin
Feb 22, 2020
All who knew Al Hamlin would agree that he was the heartbeat of wherever he went. He loved having fun, and making others love life as much as he did was perhaps his greatest passion. Al was deeply devoted to his family, and he was happiest when surrounded by their love. He loved heading out on the open road on...
Sharon Jean Williams
Feb 20, 2020
Sharon Jean Williams always preferred to be called Jean. She dedicated her life to her children, grandchildren, friends and cats. Jean was born in Goshen Indiana in 1943. One of her fondest memories growing up was going to her grandparents for Christmas Eve, though she never believed in Santa because as she said, “they didn’t have a chimney”. At age...
Donald A. Rand
Feb 19, 2020
Donald Arthur Rand, age 85 of Vicksburg, Michigan, died peacefully on February 19th, 2020. He was born on March 18th, 1934 in Melrose, Wisconsin. The oldest of seven children born to the late Arthur and Veda (Nimmo) Rand. He grew up in the Comstock area and graduated from Comstock High School in 1953. Don served in the United States Army...
Clyde M. Covell
Feb 18, 2020
Clyde M. Covell, of Vicksburg passed away on Tuesday, February 18, 2020 at the age of 93. Clyde was born on October 23, 1926 and was the son of Charles and Mary (Burger) Covell. He is survived by his two sons: Danny Covell, of Three Rivers and Timothy (Nancy) Covell, of Alaska and three grandchildren. A funeral service will be...
Phyllis Trine
Feb 18, 2020
Phyllis Jean Trine passed away on February 18, 2020. Phyllis was born to William and Audrey (McPherson) Primm on July 8, 1937. Phyllis worked for Gibson Guitar as well as Parker Hannifin. Phyllis is survived by her children; Kelli Knapp and Lisa (Brian) Woods: grandchildren; Trisha, Chris (Amanda), Tom (Lindsey), and Heather (David): 11 great grandchildren: siblings; Jim Primm and...
Julie Ann Middaugh
Feb 17, 2020
Julie Ann Middaugh, of Kalamazoo passed away on Monday, February 17, 2020 at the age of 61. Julie was born on October 22, 1958 in Kalamazoo, MI. She was the daughter of Clifford and Nora (Skinner) Munn. She worked for a period of time as an CNA for Tendercare and then for some home care businesses. Her family loved it...
Patrick Stephen Fisk
Feb 15, 2020
Patrick Stephen Fisk, of Lawton passed away on Saturday, February 15, 2020 at the age of 29. Patrick was born on March 4, 1990 in Houston, TX. He was the son of Greg and Debbie (Fisk) Brown. Patrick graduated from Quest High School outside of Kingwood, TX and was a member of the Class of 2008. After high school he...
Robin E. Jablonski
Feb 14, 2020
Robin E. Jablonski, of Richland passed away on Friday, February 14, 2020 at the age of 65. Robin was born on May, 11, 1954 in Neosho, MO. He was the son of Gene and Clara (Bittner) Jablonski. Robin graduated from Gull Lake High School with the Class of 1972. After high school he served in the United States Army. Then...
Paul Lee VanDyken
Feb 13, 2020
Paul Lee VanDyken, age 75 of Rockford, Michigan passed away Thursday, February 13, 2020. Graveside Services have been held. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the charity of your choice. Online condolences may be left at www.materralstonfuneralhome.com .
Lloyd William Harber
Feb 13, 2020
Lloyd W. Harber, of Vicksburg passed away on Thursday, February 13, 2020 at the age of 94. Lloyd was born on December 5, 1925 in Hannibal, MO. He was the son of George and Ona (Boucher) Harber. Lloyd graduated from Vicksburg High School with the Class of 1944. After high school he proudly served in the United State Navy during...
Andrew Donald Blodgett
Feb 12, 2020
Andrew Donald Blodgett of Schoolcraft passed Wednesday, February 12, 2020 at the age of 81. Andrew was born on October 17, 1938 in Kalamazoo. He was the middle son of Leroy and Sadie (Cook) Blodgett. On September 7, 1956 he married Joyce Ryskamp. They were married for 33 years and had six children together. Andrew was very well known in...