Jun 9, 2018

Wendell L. Glidden, of Portage, formerly of Schoolcraft passed away on Saturday, June 9, 2018 at the age of 78. Wendell was born on September 26, 1939 in Kalamazoo. He was the son of Lloyd and Camilla (Hulbert) Glidden. Wendell is described as happy, smooth, and caring. He loved to sing and watch the Detroit Tigers. You could never fool...

Jun 9, 2018

Mentzer, Richard 12/26/1946 - 6/9/2018 Portage, MI On June 9th, 2018, Richard William "Boomer" Mentzer lost his 8-month battle with Glioblastoma. He passed away at Glen Arbor Hospice House in Battle Creek, MI. Boomer was born December 26, 1946 in Philadelphia, PA. He attended Upper Darby High School in Drexel Hill, PA and later graduated from Parsons College in IA...

Jun 8, 2018

Elizabeth Jean (Sugden) Soltesz, age 71, of Lawton, passed away suddenly on Friday, June 8, 2018. She was born in Norwalk, Connecticut on June 27, 1946, the daughter of Benjamin and Julia Sugden. As a child, Betty looked up to her older brother, Ben, looked after her younger brother, Jim, and remained close to both throughout her life. She was...

Jun 8, 2018

Dave Haywood 57 of Vicksburg, passed away June 8, 2018 at his home surrounded by his loved ones. Dave was born July 30, 1960 to Roland Haywood and Judy (Haywood) Preston. Dave was a lover of all things outdoors. He enjoyed traveling with his wife Maxine, spending time at their cabin up north snowmobiling, riding his Harley and most recently...

Jun 6, 2018

Passionate in her care for others and forever kind and generous, Dorothy Jane Amidon was a true Christian woman who enjoyed serving others. Though she did not crave to be the center of attention, she had a great sense of humor and a zest for life. She will be greatly missed. In the midst of the Great Depression, a new...

Jun 6, 2018

Charlotte Mae Rice, of Cape Coral, formerly of Vicksburg passed away on Wednesday June 6, 2018 at the age of 99. Funeral information will be provided soon. The family is being assisted by the McCowen & Secord Family Funeral Home, Rupert-Durham Chapel, 409 S. Main, Vicksburg, MI (269) 649-1697.

Jun 6, 2018

Jeanine Lynn Robert. June 12, 1960 to June 6, 2018. Jeani was a loving mother, daughter, sister and friend. She demonstrated love and compassion to all. She has a special soul. Jeani was preceded in death by her father William Hill, her brother Mike Hill, and her brother in-law Craig Councell. Survivors include: son Mitchell Carter ( Jessica), grandson Aiden...

Jun 6, 2018

When reflecting on the life of Charlotte Rice, it is easy to see that there was no greater gift in her life than her family. She was a lifelong resident of the community she loved, and with her warm and gracious personality she drew others near with ease. A loving and devoted wife and mother, Charlotte was filled with unspeakable...

Jun 5, 2018

William (Bill) Newcomb, age 91, of Portage passed away on Tuesday, June 5, 2018 at his home surrounded by his family. Bill was born on September 10, 1926 to John and Dorothy Newcomb. Bill is survived by his wife: Donna Newcomb; children: Nancy (David) Brown, Judy (Eugene) Morse, Thomas (Teresa) Newcomb; brother: Peter Luigi; grandchildren: Veronica (John) Brueck, Marc Morse,...

Jun 5, 2018

The Reverend Hazel Alene Winterburn, of Portage, Michigan, died on Tuesday, June 6th at Bronson Methodist Hospital in Kalamazoo surrounded by family. Hazel was born in Kalamazoo on July 31, 1939 to Alene and Clarence Winterburn. Hazel graduated from Comstock High School in 1957 and received her undergraduate degree in primary education from Western Michigan University. She taught elementary school...

Jun 4, 2018

Jun 4, 2018

With a journey that spanned times of war and times of peace, times of plenty and times of want, Walter "Walt" Wedel lived a life of purpose while holding his loved ones near. He loved the Lord, which was easy to see, and his zest for life made him such a joy to be around. Walt was deeply devoted to...

May 30, 2018

With his fun-loving spirit and love of laughter, Chuck Rambo was the type of guy everyone liked to know and love. A friend of many and a stranger of few, Chuck delighted all with his antics. He was an easy going fellow who treasured his family and was thankful for the camaraderie of good friends with whom he shared many...

May 28, 2018

Thomas Hastings Sr., age 86, of Portage passed away on May 28, 2018 surrounded by his family. Tom was born on July 13, 1931 to Aloysius and Margaret Hastings. Tom's family includes his four children: Timothy (who passed away at birth), Tom (Sharon) Hastings Jr. of Alabama, Maggie (Tim) Corbin of Tennessee, Ann (Tom) Hahn of Lowell, MI; two grandchildren:...

May 28, 2018

Cindy Chapman of Scotts, passed away on Monday, May 28th 2018 at the age of 52. Cindy was born on September 24, 1965 in Three Rivers. She was the daughter of Marvin and Millie (Brown) Forsyth. She is survived by her husband, Mitchell; two children: Stephanie Allgaier and Andrew Chapman. Cindy is being cremated and a celebration of life is...

May 27, 2018

Sherry Lee Kuras, of Portage passed away on Sunday May 27, 2018 at the age of 64. Sherry was born on October 23, 1953 in Kalamazoo, MI. She was the daughter of William and Maxine (Southern) Wooten. Sherry graduated from Portage Central High School in 1971, then completed her Bachelor's Degree through Spring Arbor University. Sherry is described as a...

May 24, 2018

David E. Lakie Jr. passed away peacefully at the age of 73 on May 24, 2018 at Rose Arbor Hospice in Kalamazoo after a long battle with lung cancer. Dave, together with his beloved wife Jackie, owned and operated Dave's Towing Service in Plainwell, Michigan for over 35 years until his retirement. His work ethic was something to be recognized...

May 24, 2018

Judith "Judy" Dimock, age 69, of Wayland, MI passed away on May 24, 2018 at her home. Judy was born in Kalamazoo, MI on December 21, 1948 to Morton Dimock and Lenora (Peterson) Wood. Judy is survived by her daughters: Brenda Gilbert (Fred Ghist), Judy (Mike) Bixler, Delores (Billy) Martin; her siblings: Jo (Bruce) Maurer, Janet (Milo) Holroyd, Teri Dimock...

May 22, 2018

Locey , Patricia Ann died May 22, 2018 in Mattawan. She was born May 12, 1929 in Kalamazoo, the daughter of Charles A. Mitchell and Gladys Mitchell (Chilson). She attended Augusta High School, Class of 1946, and also Western Michigan College. She retired from the Upjohn Co. in 1991. She married James G. Locey on September 13, 1947 and he...

May 22, 2018

Robert (Bob) Loyd Heasley passed away peacefully the morning of May 22, 2018, just one month short of his 97th birthday. Bob was born on June 26, 1921 in Zeeland, Michigan. He was the son of Roy M. Heasley and Alyda (Veneklassen) Heasley. Bob's childhood was spent in Holland, Michigan. After graduating from Holland High School, he attended Hope College,...