Obituaries
David Lee LaFountain
Sep 15, 2023
David Lee LaFountain went to be with the lord on September 15th, 2023 at the age of 56. He passed peacefully at his home in Gobles where he resided with his children and grandchildren. David was born on September 13, 1967 to Patsy & Donald LaFountain. David spent the majority of his life in Otsego, MI where he attended school....
Darrell Rasmussen
Sep 15, 2023
Darrell Rasmussen, a beloved member of the community, went to be with the Lord on September 15, 2023, at his home. He was born on October 12, 1962, in Las Vegas, NV. Darrell was an outgoing and spontaneous individual who knew everyone by name and brought life to any gathering. His generous heart and willingness to go above and beyond...
Craig A. Baker
Sep 12, 2023
Craig A. Baker, a dedicated individual who worked in the food processing industry for over 35 years, has passed away at the age of 59. Throughout his career, Craig was well-known for his unwavering loyalty and commitment to his employers. His strong work ethic and dedication left a lasting impact on all those he worked with.Born on June 17, 1964,...
Betty Elaine Shearer
Sep 12, 2023
Betty Elaine Shearer, a beloved resident of Vicksburg, MI, peacefully passed away on Tuesday, September 12, 2023, at the age of 92. She was born on May 21, 1931, in Alamo, MI, to Oscar and Opal (Hamlin) Allison.
Betty's journey in life was marked by numerous achievements and cherished moments. She graduated from Vicksburg High School in 1949 and...
Wayne Carl Watts
Sep 11, 2023
Wayne Carl Watts of Plainwell, MI passed away peacefully surrounded by friends and family on Monday, September 11, 2023. He was born in Kalamazoo, MI on September 21,1954, the son of Carl and Doris Watts.
Visit with family and friends on Thursday, September 14 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. and on Friday, September 15 from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00...
Susan Marie Sabin
Sep 10, 2023
Susan Marie Sabin peacefully passed away September 10, 2023. Susan was born March 3, 1945 to Herbert & June Potter of Vicksburg. She joined her sisters Judy & Joyce. She loved the Lord with all her heart. She was a member of Chapman Memorial Church of the Nazarene. She loved greeting at the doors and church and always had a...
Robert "Bob" J. Norcross
Sep 10, 2023
On Sunday morning, September 10, 2023, Bob Norcross entered into his heavenly home to be with his Savior at the age of 90. Bob was born in Kalamazoo to Frank and Iva Baxter on May 31, 1933, however, he lost his father at a very young age. His mother married George Arthur Norcross a few years later who adopted Bob...
Jerry Kuiper
Sep 8, 2023
Jerry Kuiper went home to be with the Lord on September 8, 2023, at the age of 99. He was the son of Henry and Antje (Sportel) Kuiper and had 14 siblings. Jerry was born in Portage, MI on October 6, 1923, and had lived there for most of his life. Jerry was a World War II veteran. He retired...
Mary Ann Byers
Sep 3, 2023
Mary Ann Byers passed away September 3rd, 2023 at her home in Vicksburg, MI with her family by her side. Mary Ann was born October 2, 1942 to Victor and Maxine (Castor) Campbell. She was preceded in death by her mother and father and her son Christopher Byers. She leaves behind her spouse Woody Byers of Vicksburg, a son Steven...
Dustin J. Strayer
Sep 2, 2023
Dustin J. Strayer, of Dowagiac, MI, passed away on September 2, 2023 after a long time illness. Dustin was born on June 24, 1969, the son of Howard and Clarice (Vining) Strayer.
Dustin was a 1988 Centreville High school graduate. He recently moved to Michigan after living the past 35 years in California. He spent 8 years in the Marine...
John D. Ralston
Aug 31, 2023
John D. Ralston, age 59, of Marcellus, MI formerly of Jenison, MI passed away Thursday, August 31, 2023. John was born February 7, 1964 in Elgin, IL to Robert H. and Leota Corinne (Shockley). He graduated from Berrien Springs High School and Simmons Institute of Funeral Service. John’s goal in life was to help other people through difficult times and...
Toni L. Gard
Aug 29, 2023
Toni Lorene Gard, 73, of Jones, Michigan, passed away Tuesday, August 29, 2023 at home in the comfort of her family’s presence. Her life began September 24, 1949 in Baltimore, Maryland, one of five children born to Anthony Majka and Doris Elizabeth (Hopkins) Majka. She married Kenneth Edgar Gard, Jr. May 18, 1968 in Glen Burnie, Maryland. Toni was a...
Gloria Jeanne Senne
Aug 26, 2023
Gloria Jeanne Senne passed away early Saturday morning, August 26 at the age of 96 years. She was born in Kalamazoo on June 9, 1927. Gloria was preceded in death by her parents Harry W. Gray and Eva (Sizer) Gray, and her stepmother Martha Gray. Also preceding her were her husband, Frank, who died in 2016 after 68 years of...
Thomas Owen Meyers
Aug 24, 2023
A CELEBRATION OF LIFE is set to take place on Saturday, February 24th at the Fraternal Order of the Eagles, located at 11611 Shaver Rd. in Schoolcraft from 11:30am - 3:30pm.
Thomas Owen Meyers, the only son born to Kenneth and Eva (Blink (nee Pincomb)) Meyers on November 9th, 1951, peacefully left this world, on August 24th, 2023.
Living in South West Michigan...
Cathoriene Lou Cummins
Aug 23, 2023
Cathoriene Lou Cummins went to be with the lord on Wednesday, August 23, 2023. She was born on July 21, 1931 in St Johns, Michigan. Daughter of Harold and Audrey (Argersinger) Getz. She was a life-long seamstress. On June 9, 1951, Rene was united in marriage to Gilbert Cummins. She was a loving and devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. Surviving...
Ginger May VanDeLaare
Aug 22, 2023
Our family is heartbroken to announce the death of our mother, Ginger (Virginia) May VanDeLaare 86 of Kalamazoo on August 22, 2023 after a sudden, brief and unexpected medical illness. Her children were all gathered by her side to comfort her in her last moments. She expressed feeling peace, knowing that the Lord was ready to bring her to Heaven.
Born...
Donald Lee Tinkey
Aug 18, 2023
On August 18, 2023, Donald L. Tinkey accepted a new adventure, he is now towing the stars and clouds of our lives. Donald Lee Tinkey was born April 25th, 1969 to Richard L.and Mary L. (Hunt) Tinkey.
He resided in the Kalamazoo area for most of his life. He worked for over 30 years as a tow truck driver at...
Evelyn Ann Brockway
Aug 17, 2023
Evelyn Ann Brockway, 84, Kalamazoo, formerly of Vicksburg, passed away peaceably on August 17 at the Alamo Nursing Home. She was born May 13, 1939 in Valparaiso, IN, the daughter of LeRoy and Margaret (Wayne) Manning.
She attended Valparaiso High School and moved to Kalamazoo in 1968 where she met and married the love of her life, Carlton Brockway. ...
Robert Maurice Graves III
Aug 15, 2023
Robert Maurice Graves III passed away on August 15, 2023. He was born on November 30,1982, to Robert Graves II and Donna (Pierce) Graves.
Robert is survived by his father and his stepfather: Joseph Medina; his children: Sage Graves,Robert Graves IV, and Ramses Graves; his sister Rebecca (Matthew Kendall) Graves; his brotherJustin (Marissa) Graves and his nephews Gage Wilson and...
Edythe Marian Snow
Aug 15, 2023
Edythe Marian Snow
1928-2023
KALAMAZOO – Edythe Marian Snow, 95, passed away peacefully on August 15, 2023, in Kalamazoo, Michigan. She was born on June 26, 1928, in Essexville, Michigan, to the late Burch Holmes and Marian L. Enszer.
Edythe, also known as Grandma and Aunt Edie, was a kind-hearted and fun-loving individual who always had a smile on her...
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