Nov 28, 2018

With a life that spanned times of war and times of peace, times of plenty and times of want, Donna Roberston was well known and loved by so many. She loved making others laugh with her jokes, and her zest for life was contagious to all who were near. Donna was deeply devoted to her family, and there was nothing...

Nov 26, 2018

Steven Ralph Smith, of Scotts passed away on Monday, November 26, 2018 at the age of 67. Steve was born on March 11, 1951 in Kalamazoo. He was the son of Ralph and Marjorie (Morse) Smith. On April 4th, 1975 he married Sandra Worden. Steve is described as hard working, social, caring, loving and dedicated to provide for his family...

Nov 25, 2018

Betty Jean Reish age 89 passed away peacefully early Sunday morning, November 25, 2018 at her home in Portage, MI. She was born in Schoolcraft, MI on May 27, 1929 to Ivan and Eunice (Salisbury) Reish. She had an older sister, Dorothy (Reish) Carter. Although Betty was born with a disability, her family included her in family life and community...

Nov 25, 2018

Burns, Squire McLain 11/5/1950 - 11/25/2018 Kalamazoo, MI Squire McLain Burns "Mac," age 68, of Gobles,MI, passed away following a brief illness on November 25, 2018 at Bronson Methodist Hospital surrounded by his family. Mac was the son of Lawrence A. Burns and Josephine J. Burns of Mattawan, MI. Mac was raised on his families farm growing up. He attended...

Nov 25, 2018

Passed away Sunday November 25, 2018. She was born in Kalamazoo on November 25, 1923. Geneva worked for Probasco Fabrics in both the downtown store and managing the Oakwood Plaza store. After many years of service she retired from Old Kent, (Fifth Third). Geneva was an active member of First Baptist Church of Kalamazoo and Church Women United and held...

Nov 24, 2018

Kathryn Louise Carl (Van Epps) was born in Otsego, Michigan on March 28, 1916. She passed away on November 24, 2018. Kathryn was preceded in death by her husband, Merton J. Carl, her parents Beemer and Margaret (Huddelston) Van Epps and two brothers, Roy and Ray Van Epps. Kathryn is survived by one daughter, Susie (Larry) King, two grandsons, Richard...

Nov 23, 2018

With a life that spanned times of war and times of peace, times of plenty and times of want, Samuel "Joe" Brockway was devoted to both his family and his community. He was the sort of person who was always doing for others, and he always gave everything his all. Joe had farming in his blood, and he took great...

Nov 21, 2018

Anderson, Tomio 11/2/1950 - 11/21/2018 Portage, MI Tomio Anderson, age 68, passed away unexpectedly of natural causes at his home in Portage, Michigan on Wednesday, November 21, 2018. He was born on November 2, 1950 in New York City, NY to Robert Hunt and Yoko Maria (Omura) Anderson. Growing up in Kalamazoo, music became an integral part of his life,...

Nov 20, 2018

STEIL, KIRBY SEAN September 16, 1971 - November 20,2018 After a valiant battle with cancer, Kirby Steil, who inspired many in his professional and personal life with his vitality, talent and compassion passed peacefully away Nov. 20th, at the age of 47; with loving family and his pastor at his side. As a vice president of Insight Global working out...

Nov 17, 2018

It is with great sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Mildred (Millie) Arlene Majdan-Romanetz, on Saturday, November 17th, 2018 at Borgess Gardens, at the age of 94. Millie was preceded in death by her husband Harry, parents Wendall and Nina, sister Dorothy, son-in-law Louie, and grandson Andrew. Left to cherish her memory, Millie is survived by her four...

Nov 16, 2018

Gracious, genuine, and thoughtful, Dorothy Goldsmith was truly beautiful on the inside and out. She experienced so many of the best things that life has to offer, but nothing was better than sharing these experiences with the ones she loved A loving wife and devoted mother, Dorothy was happiest when her loved ones were near. She treasured being on the...

Nov 14, 2018

All who knew Betty Hodson would agree that she was truly beautiful on the inside and out. She worked hard whether in or out of her home, and her attention to detail was unmatched. A loving wife and devoted mother, Betty was there for whatever her family needed in ways both great and small. She enjoyed so many of the...

Nov 13, 2018

Life Well Lived A life well lived is a precious gift, of hope and strength and grace, from someone who has made our world a brighter, better place. It's filled with moments, sweet and sad with smiles and sometimes tears, with friendships formed and good times shared, and laughter through the years. A life well lived is a legacy, of...

Nov 12, 2018

Debra Jo Headley, of Plainwell, passed away on November 12, 2018. She was born on May 14, 1956 in Plainwell, MI to Dick and Lois (Wilkinson). Following her wishes, a private memorial service is being planned. Debra's family includes her two children: Jason (Amanda) Headley and Jessica (Adam) Backhaus; two grandchildren: Isabelle and Grace; four sisters: Karen (Dave) Howrigon, Sandra...

Nov 11, 2018

With a life that spanned times of great change in the world around her, Eleanor Jeanne Bogard was a woman who was truly beautiful on the inside and out. She and her husband were true companions, and their love was the kind of love that most can only dream of. Jeanne was gentle and sweet, and with her warm and...

Nov 11, 2018

Nov 10, 2018

With a life that spanned times of war and times of peace, times of plenty and times of want, Darlene Lukins was an amazing woman who meant so much to many. She spent much of her life in the Plainwell community, and through her work she touched the lives of so many young people. Darlene was a devoted wife and...

Nov 8, 2018

Allen Frank Middaugh passed away Thursday November 8, 2018 in Kalamazoo surrounded by family. Allen was born on February 14, 1948 in Vicksburg, MI to Walter and Ellen (Allen) Middaugh. He is survived by his wife Patty (Myers) Middaugh, his children Angela Middaugh and Audrey Burton, step children Terri (Mike) Lewcun of Texas and Rob (Charlotte) Meyer of Oklahoma, sisters...

Nov 5, 2018

Klein, Barbara Barbara Jean Klein, age 81, went home to be with her Lord on Monday, November 5, 2018. She was born February 10, 1937, the daughter of the late Louis Klem and Gale Lancaster. On April 15, 1955 she was united in marriage to William Bernard Klein. Her two passions were her church and her family. She was a...

Nov 5, 2018