Obituaries

Oct 5, 2018

Oct 5, 2018

Lorin A. Bryer, of Scotts passed away on October 5, 2018 at the age of 96.Lorin was born on December 13, 1921 in Kalamazoo, MI. He was the son of Adolph and Ethyle (Leland) Bryer. On November 3, 1956 he married Mary Jean Austin. Lorin was a member of the St. Michael Lutheran Church. In his spare time, he enjoyed...

Oct 3, 2018

When reflecting on the life of Phillip Mott, it is easy to see his unwavering determination and his strong work ethic that was truly unmatched. He spent nearly his entire lifetime in the communities he loved, and through his hard work he was the sort of person everyone seemed to know. Phil was a straightforward guy who believed in being...

Oct 2, 2018

Sep 30, 2018

John Bevins, formerly of Plainwell, passed away suddenly in Tallahassee, FL on Sept. 30. Visit with his family and friends on Sunday, October 7 from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the McCowen & Secord Funeral Home Marshall & Gren Chapel; 120 S. Woodhams St. Plainwell, MI 49080. A graveside committal will be held on Monday October 8 at 11:00...

Sep 28, 2018

All who knew Iris McGahan, would agree that she was truly beautiful on the inside and out. She was a woman of faith who lived to serve others in ways both great and small. Iris was deeply devoted to her family, and she cherished her roles as a wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Although she saw so many of the...

Sep 27, 2018

When reflecting on the life of Jack Wiley, it is easy to see that he was so full of life. He took every moment captive and lived it fully, often with his family and friends by his side. Jack treasured his roles as a husband and father, but there was no greater joy in his life than becoming a grandfather...

Sep 27, 2018

Jack passed away Thursday, September 27, 2018. He was born February 5, 1952 in Kalamazoo. He was the son of Artemus and Bettie (Rockelein) Wiley. Jack was a graduate of Vicksburg High School. He was a two time state champion wrestler in 1969 and 1970. Jack retired as a self employed excavating contractor. He was united in marriage to Julie...

Sep 25, 2018

Jean Schau, age 97, of Cooper Township, passed away on September 25, 2018. Jean was born on August 22, 1921 to Andrew & Mildred (Trick) Schau. Visit with her family and friends on Friday, September 28 from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the McCowen & Secord Funeral Home Marshall & Gren Chapel; 120 S. Woodhams St. Plainwell, MI 49080....

Sep 25, 2018

Sharon Leah Hickman, 70, passed away at home on September 25, 2018. She had been under the care of Hospice of Southwestern Michigan after fighting metastatic pancreatic cancer. During her final days, she was surrounded by family and friends. She had a long and rewarding career as a Registered Nurse. She received her Diploma in nursing from Bronson School of...

Sep 23, 2018

Daniel Kent Jamieson died Sunday, September 23, 2018 at the age of 76. Dan was born January 7, 1942 in Lansing, Michigan to the late William Parker Jamieson and Beatrice Ruth (Hickey) Jamieson. Dan is survived by his wife Martha Jamieson, children Cameron (Pamela Bodnar) Jamieson of Grosse Pointe, Michigan and Emily Jamieson (Mike McIntosh) of Jenison, Michigan and grandchildren:...

Sep 23, 2018

Mary Ellen was born in Beckly West Virginia to the parents of Robert and Lois (Jessup) Hurley on July 25th, 1946 and entered into eternity with her Lord Jesus Christ on September 23rd, 2018. Mary Ellen was raised in Lincolnton, North Carolina and after all these years still considered North Carolina home. Mary Ellen resided in Vicksburg Michigan with her...

Sep 20, 2018

Someone once said that having somewhere to go is home, having someone to love is family, and that having both is a blessing. For Gloria Manuszak, family was by far her greatest joy. With unending love, limitless dedication, and immeasurable devotion, Gloria was a loving example in all she said and did. Her quick wit, caring nature and selfless ways...

Sep 17, 2018

Freda Olive (Brandt) Smith of Galesburg, Michigan was born on April 13, 1924 in Flint, Michigan, to Daniel & Lucille (Fleury) Brandt. Freda graduated from Flint Northern, Flint Junior College, Western Michigan with a BA, and the University of Michigan with an MA. She took further studies at Wayne State, Western and Stephen F. Austin University in Nacogdoches, Texas. While...

Sep 16, 2018

Sep 16, 2018

MARTENS, RONALD ADDISON Of Fulton and Gun Lake Died September 16, 2018. Born December 14, 1929 in Kalamazoo to Harold and Cora DeYoung Martens. He attended the South Westnedge School and the Leggett School in Wakeshma Township. He was the valedictorian for the Class of '48 at Athens Agricultural Schools. Ron was the recipient of a Regents Alumni Scholarship which...

Sep 15, 2018

Betty Jane (Hoover) McLane November 5, 1923 - September 15, 2018 Betty Jane (Hoover) McLane, age 94, of Kalamazoo, previously of Volinia Township, passed away late Saturday morning on September 15, 2018. Betty was born November 5, 1923, the daughter of John C. and Maude Agnes (Berry) Hoover in South Bend , IN. She was one of eight children: four...

Sep 13, 2018

Linda Madden, age 79, of Middleville, went to be with the Lord on September 13, 2018. Linda was born on November 8, 1938 to Andrew & Virgie (Stantz) Ozanich. Visit with her family and friends on Monday, September 17 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the McCowen & Secord Funeral Home Marshall & Gren Chapel; 120 S. Woodhams St....

Sep 11, 2018

Dennis "Denny" Boyle was a marvelous man who gave generously of his time and talent. He found profound satisfaction in helping others. Denny lived a life of "giving and doing", a life that added immensely to the lives of his wife and family and to all those who had the privilege of knowing him. Denny was generous to a fault....

Sep 10, 2018

Jeffry Lynn Kuhnle July 16, 1952 – September 10, 2018 Jeffry Lynn Kuhnle, age 66, of Marcellus, passed away Monday, September 10, 2018. He was born July 16, 1952, in Pique Ohio , the son of Robert and Patricia Kuhnle. He is survived by two daughters Trina Patterson, of Kalamazoo and Lacey Kuhnle of Tennessee, Mother Patricia of Three Rivers,...