Bradley VandenAkker
Jul 14, 2023
Bradley John VandenAkker passed away unexpectedly at his home on July 14, 2023. Brad was born January 3rd 1981 to Lisa J VandenAkker.
He grew up in Schoolcraft MI, where he also graduated from Schoolcraft Community Schools in 2000. He enjoyed creating art, but his passion was in athletics, playing football, basketball, baseball, and running track & field. He was...
Garry Allan Briggs
Jul 14, 2023
Garry Allan Briggs, of Vicksburg passed away on Friday, July 14, 2023 at the age of 74. Garry was born on February 21, 1949 in Kalamazoo. He was the son of Oliver and Jessie (Evans) Briggs. Garry attended Vicksburg school up until the point he wanted to leave school and proudly serve his country in the United States Army....
Jayce Sebastien Kraus
Jul 13, 2023
The Family of Johnathan "Jayce" Kraus is deeply saddened to announce his passing on July 16, 2023, due to complications from Type 1 Diabetes.
Jayce will be remembered by his father, John Kraus Jr., his mother, Susan (Joseph) Blood, his sister Lauren (Austin) Jackson and his two nephews Ellis and Edwin Jackson. He also leaves behind a large and loving...
Jenny Lee Stuut
Jul 12, 2023
Jenny Lee Stuut (Russon), 74 years of age, departed this earthly life on Wednesday, July 12th, surrounded by the love of her family.She was born in Kalamazoo, MI and grew up in Comstock Township, where she attended high school. She and her 3 siblings had a modest upbringing, never lacked the necessities, enjoyed a few wants and always knew they...
Gilbert Nathan Cummins
Jul 12, 2023
Gilbert Nathan Cummins went to be with the lord on Wednesday, July 12, 2023. He was born on September 18, 1931, in Kalamazoo, Michigan. Son of the late Nathan and Lisbeth (Barber) Cummins. He joined the Navy for four years and served during the Korean War. On June 9, 1951, Gil was united in marriage to Cathoriene (Getz) Cummins. He...
Dan Charles Pell
Jul 12, 2023
Dan Charles Pell, a resident of Plainwell, MI, peacefully passed away on Wednesday, July 12, 2023, at the age of 82. He was born on March 9, 1941, to Ronald and Ruth (Hearnshaw) Pell.
As a child Dan enjoyed racing boats on Pine Lake during summers with his loved ones that held a special place in his heart. He spent...
Elija Zane Esman
Jul 10, 2023
Elija Z. Esman, of Kalamazoo passed away on Monday, July 10, 2023 at the age of 29. Elija was born on August 10, 1993 in San Luis Obispo, CA. He was the son of Sean Esman and Lyn Woodward.
Eli had an adventurous spirit and loved to travel and be outdoors. He enjoyed going hiking, camping, swimming, fishing and riding...
Nancy Jackson
Jul 10, 2023
Nancy Ann Jackson peacefully passed away on July 10th, 2023, at the age of 79, following a courageous battle with cancer. She passed away in the comfort of her home, surrounded by her loving family. Nancy was born on August 28, 1943, in Monroe, WI, to Frank Russell Jackson and Evelyn Patricia (Rufer) Jackson.
Nancy's cherished childhood was spent...
Janet Elaine Klemm
Jul 10, 2023
Janet E. KlemmPortage, Michigan
Janet (Jann) Klemm, of Portage, 85, died suddenly of a heart attack on Monday, July 10, 2023.
Born March 20, 1938, in Muskegon, MI, Jann was the daughter of George and Jessie (Walker) Usiak, both of whom predeceased her.
Jann graduated from Ludington High School with the Class of 1955. She was active...
Larry James Cole
Jul 9, 2023
Larry James Cole passed away peacefully Sunday morning July 09,2023 at the age of 82, at Rose Arbor in Kalamazoo. Larry was born in Schoolcraft, MI, on November 03, 1940. He was the son of Curtis and Mary (Sisson) Cole. He had two younger sisters, Gay Lynn Willis, and Nancy Speece-Miller. Larry played basketball on three varsity teams, winning...
Rollie LaVerne Riggs
Jul 8, 2023
Rollie LaVerne Riggs, a beloved resident of Kalamazoo, MI, passed away on Saturday, July 8, 2023, at the age of 83. He was born on August 18, 1939, in Union City, OH, the son of George and Lucille (Smith) Riggs.
Rollie led a fulfilling life and found joy in various activities. He had a green thumb and found solace...
Rhonda Lynn Lyons
Jul 7, 2023
Rhonda Lynn Lyons, 58, Kalamazoo, formerly of Vicksburg. passed away peacefully on July 7, 2023, in her parents' Vicksburg home. She was born April 18, 1965, on Easter Day to Eugene and Carolyn Lyons.
After graduating from Vicksburg High School, Michigan State University, Landscape Architecture Overseas Study Program at Gloucestershire University in Gloucester, UK, she traveled to many European countries....
Dolores Jean Hall
Jul 5, 2023
Dolores passed away on Wednesday July 5, 2023 in Kalamazoo County.
Dolores was Born on November 16, 1935 in Kalamazoo, Michigan to Robert Winebrenner and Marion (Grey) Winebrenner.
When she was 11 years old she moved to Oregon with her family. She graduated from North Bend High School in Oregon in 1954. After graduation she moved back to Michigan.
In...
Ellen Marie Nally
Jul 2, 2023
Ellen Marie Nally, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, peacefully departed this world on July 2, 2023, in Kalamazoo, Michigan, with her daughter Melissa McKee by her side. She was born on November 14, 1942, in Plainwell, Michigan, to Clifford Sage and Jane Demorest.
Ellen is survived by her loving children, son Kyle Nally and daughter Melissa (Timothy) McKee....
Joan Lucille Kent
Jul 1, 2023
Joan Lucille (Kruzel) Kent of Hopkins, MI passed away on Saturday, July 1, 2023, at the age of 90. She was born in Petoskey, MI on October 3, 1932, the daughter of Casimere Kruzel and Virgie Cline.
On June 3, 1950, Joan was united in marriage to Page Kent in Watson Twp, MI. The two celebrated their fifty-fifth anniversary...
Robert L. and Mary A. Kennedy
Jun 30, 2023
Robert “Bob” Lewis Kennedy, of Richland went to be with the Lord and his loving wife of 74 years, on June 30, 2023 at the age of 94. He passed at home with his loving family by his side.
Mary Alvina Kennedy, of Richland went to be with the Lord September 8, 2022 at the age of 91;...
Roger A. Kniss
Jun 25, 2023
Roger A. Kniss, of Schoolcraft passed away on June 25, 2023 at the age of 75. Roger was born on October 8, 1947 in Kalamazoo. He was the son of Edwin and Jeanette (Klosterman) Kniss. He was a member the Delton-Kellogg High School Class of 1966. After high school he joined the United States Air Force and served...
Cynthia "Cindy" Mae Hufford
Jun 24, 2023
Cynthia “Cindy” Mae Hufford, 64, of Schoolcraft, MI, peacefully passed away Saturday,
June 24th 2023. She was born on April 29th, 1959 in Vicksburg, MI to Gordon and Nancy
(Crago) Bozell. She was one of four children. Cindy graduated from Portage Central High
school in 1977. You could find her cruising Westnedge in her red, silver striped 1977 Camaro,
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Darlene M. Kohn
Jun 24, 2023
Kohn, Darlene M (1953-2023) 69 years old of Plainwell passed away June 24, 2023 at Bronson Methodist Hospital of complications with cancer and entered the presence of her Savior. Darlene and her twin sister Charlene were born October 4, 1953 to Roy and Connie Shively in Plainwell, where she has been a lifelong resident.
Darlene met the love of...
James Russell Cline
Jun 22, 2023
James Russell Cline
Jim was born March 26, 1927, in Hartford City, IN to Harold Francis & Thelma Liona (Sample) Cline. Jim, a World War II veteran, enjoyed a long and wonderful life, passed away on Thursday, June 22, 2023 @ MediLodge of Portage, where he had resided the past two years. He was preceded in death by his wife...