Shannon Adams
Mar 21, 2019
Shannon Marie Adams, of Plainwell passed away on Thursday, March 21, 2019 at the age of 49. Shannon was born on January 7, 1970 in Kalamazoo. She was the daughter of Clifford Kimble and Kathleen Lynch. Shannon graduated from Otsego High School. She is described as a creative, artist, kind hearted, funny intelligent, strong and beautiful inside and out. On...
Kenneth Clay Kaylor
Mar 20, 2019
Kenneth Clay Kaylor April 26, 1928 – March 20, 2019 Kenneth Clay Kaylor, age 90, of Marcellus passed away Wednesday morning on March 20, 2019. Kenneth was born April 26, 1928 in Allegan, MI, the son of Leon and Susie A. (Ferguson) Kaylor. In Winter of 1949, Kenneth married Jayne Baas, whom together had three children; one daughter: Susan Kaylor...
Florine O'Donnell
Mar 20, 2019
Florine O'Donnell (Therkildsen), 90 years young, of Portage, Michigan, died peacefully on March 20, 2019. Florine was born to Ernest and Marjorie (Tripp) Rossell on October 3, 1928, in Jackson, MI. She graduated from Allegan High School in 1946 and received her nursing degree in 1963. Florine married Jim Therkildsen in 1947. Together, they had four children who survive her,...
Harry Betke
Mar 20, 2019
A wonderful husband, father and friend, Harry Betke, age 63, of Plainwell passed away on March 20, 2019 in Las Cruces, New Mexico. Harry was born on May 19, 1955 to Bernard & Beverly (Burmeirster) Betke. A memorial gathering and pig roast will be held on Saturday, May 25 from 4:00 to 7:00 at the Gun Plain Township Hall; 381...
Florine O'Donnell
Mar 20, 2019
Florine O’Donnell (Therkildsen), 90 years young, of Portage, Michigan, died peacefully on March 20, 2019. Florine was born to Ernest and Marjorie (Tripp) Rossell on October 3, 1928, in Jackson, MI. She graduated from Allegan High School in 1946 and received her nursing degree in 1963. Florine married Jim Therkildsen in 1947. Together, they had four children who survive her,...
Timothy L Lafler
Mar 19, 2019
Timothy L. Lafler, of Fulton passed away on Tuesday, March 19, 2019 at the age of 54. Tim was the son of Willard and Maysie Lafler and was born on October 23, 1964 in Kalamazoo. He went through Vicksburg Community Schools. Tim is described as a fun, caring and a bit strong-willed. He loved to tinker with cars and get...
Robert L. Burns
Mar 18, 2019
Robert L. Burns, of Kalamazoo formerly Grand Junction, passed away on Monday, March 18, 2019 at the age of 88. Robert was the son of George and Dorothy (Waucchek) Burns. He was a retiree of railroad and worked as a railroad agent. Per his wishes, Robert was cremated and no services are planned at this time. Please visit Robert's webpage...
Clarence Bernard Root
Mar 18, 2019
Clarence "Bernie" Root Jr. of Vicksburg, MI passed away on March 18, 2019 at the age of 80. He was born on June 16, 1938. Bernie was one of seven children born to Clarence Root Sr. and Helen Ames. He Graduated from Kalamazoo Public Schools and joined the Army stationed in Germany. Bernie is survived by his sons: Jeff and...
Jack Joseph Buckallew
Mar 17, 2019
Full of life and always equipped with a smile to brighten someone's day, Wesley "Jack" Buckallew was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. He loved to surround himself with loved ones as well as ensure that everyone was made to feel comfortable in his presence. Jack was known for being generous beyond measure often putting others first. Known for his...
Lori Blakely
Mar 16, 2019
All who knew Lori Blakely could attest for her fierce love of her family. A wonderful wife, mother, daughter, and sister she cherished these roles with a steadfast commitment to ensuring they were provided with everything they needed to feel loved. Nothing brought her greater joy than the time she spent with her family. Gone too soon, Lori will be...
Matthew Thomas Mason
Mar 14, 2019
Matthew Thomas Mason December 04, 1986 – March 14, 2019 Matthew Mason, age 32 , passed away on Thursday, March 14, 2019 in Goshen Hospital. Matthew was born December 04, 1986 in Harbor City California the son of Thomas Mason and Linda (Woody) Mason. Matthew loved the outdoors he was an accomplished snowboarder and water Skier, he enjoyed fishing, golf...
Valeria Thrasher
Mar 14, 2019
Valeria Thrasher, age 92, of Mason, passed away on March 14, 2019. Val was born on December 16, 1926. A graveside service will be held on Thursday, March 21 at 1:00 p.m. at the Maple Grove Cemetery in Mason, MI. Val's family includes her two children: Steve (Linda) Simon and Lydia Thrasher; her grandson Nathan as well as several nieces...
Robert "Bob" J. Arndt III
Mar 12, 2019
Bob Arndt was a loving husband and proud father. A family man through and through, his family meant the world to him. He had an innate connection with nature and enjoyed many trips to the northern parts of Michigan's lower peninsula and was especially fond of Roscommon. Bob had genuine compassion for people and his easy going personality made nearly...
David Palmer
Mar 10, 2019
David B. Palmer, of Vicksburg passed away on Sunday, March 10, 2019 at the age of 54. David is the son of Robert and Norma Palmer. He graduated from Vicksburg High School in 1983. David worked for over 25 years as a lab technician for Rx Optical. He is described as a quiet, gentle person that enjoyed doing things for...
Frederick Max Streeter
Mar 9, 2019
Frederick Max Streeter, of Kalamazoo and Zephyrhills, FL; passed away unexpectedly Saturday, March 9, 2019 in Wesley Chapel, FL at the age of 73. Fred was born February 22, 1946 in Kalamazoo, MI by his late parents Max and Eleanor Streeter. After graduating from Vicksburg High School in 1965, he was drafted into the Army. When he returned, he was...
Frederick Streeter
Mar 9, 2019
Frederick Max Streeter, of Kalamazoo and Zephyrhills, FL; passed away unexpectedly Saturday, March 9, 2019 in Wesley Chapel, FL at the age of 73. Fred was born February 22, 1946 in Kalamazoo, MI by his late parents Max and Eleanor Streeter. After graduating from Vicksburg High School in 1965, he was drafted into the Army. When he returned, he was...
Jeanne Elizabeth Cronenwett (Cross)
Mar 9, 2019
Cronenwett, Jeanne Elizabeth 5/6/1929 - 3/9/2019 Lawton, MI 49065 Jeanne Elizabeth Cronenwett, 89, of Lawton, passed away at home on Saturday, March 9th, 2019. She was born May 6, 1929, the daughter of Harry and Theo Cross. She graduated from Lawton High School in 1947 as the valedictorian of her class. Jeanne was a homemaker and life-long antique dealer. She...
Vickie Lee Iverson (Gossel)
Mar 8, 2019
Vickie Lee Iverson, born in Flint, Michigan, on July 30, 1945, passed away on March 8, 2019, at Bronson Hospital in Kalamazoo, Michigan. She was surrounded by her daughter Lisa and many loving friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Iver Eric Iverson, her parents, Robert and Eugenia Gossel, and her infant brother, Lawrence Gossel. Vickie is survived...
Lucille May Wells
Mar 6, 2019
Lucille May Wells March 14, 1927 – March 7, 2019 Lucille May Wells, age 91, passed away March 7, 2019 at home with her family. Lucille was born in Marcellus on March 14, 1927, the daughter of Claude Castle and Mable Kline-Castle. On March 22, 1958, she married Arthur Wells in Okemos, MI. They were married for almost 55 years...