After a years-long battle against Parkinson's Disease, Dean Duane Gould of Grand Rapids, MI passed away peacefully Friday at the age of 90. Dean was born in Flint, Michigan in 1931 to Mildred and Dan Gould. He married Joanne Hess in 1953 before joining the Air Force, becoming a pilot, and flying fighter jets in the Korean War. After returning...
Andrew Mark Holt went to be with his Lord and Savior on Friday, December 24, 2021. Andy was the youngest of six children born to Milan (Bob) and Doris Holt. He was born on September 7, 1961. Andy graduated from Comstock High School and later enlisted in the United States Marines, serving his country in Okinawa, Japan. Over the years,...
Vera Mae Milbocker, 95 of Allegan, passed away on December 23rd with family by her side.
She was born on January 5, 1926 the daughter of Flloyd and Viola Puckett. On July 28, 1951 she married the love of her life Alonzo “Bones” Melvin. Together they had three sons, Mike ( Barb) Melvin, Steven ( Kathleen) Melvin and Jeffery (Darla)...
Donald Gordon Jones passed away on Thursday December 23, 2021 due to a heart attack. Don was born in Fort Wayne, Indiana in 1937 to Cleora and Author Jones. His father, who worked for IBM was transferred first to Aurora, Illinois and later to Kalamazoo, Michigan.
Don was drafted into the Korean War while still in high school. After returning...
Janet K. Haas, of Vicksburg passed away on Tuesday, December 21, 2021 at the age of 80. Jan was born on November 5, 1941 in Marcellus, MI. She was the daughter of Walter and Lovella Haas. Jan loved her pets and all living creatures. She was passionate about her faith and regularly attended mass at St. Martin of Tours Catholic...
Geraldine Ann Bent of Otsego, MI passed away on Tuesday, December 21, 2021, at the age of 83. She was born on January 28, 1938, in Saugatuck, MI the daughter of Herman Van Huis and May Morse.
A complete obituary can be found in the Community Shopper's Guide.
While visiting Geraldine’s tribute page please take a moment to light a...
When reflecting on the life of Derek Guthrie, it is easy to see his unwavering strength and his unconditional love for his family. He was a serving member of his community, and he was always willing to help those around him in ways both great and small. Derek’s resilience and endurance were truly a testament to his inner strength and...
Nancy Sherburne passed away with family by her side on December 20, 2021, at the age of 85. She was born on October 9, 1936, to Richard and Anna (Verploegh) Bingham. Visit with family and friends on Thursday, December 23 from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at the McCowen & Secord Funeral Home, Plainwell Chapel; 120 S. Woodhams Street. A...
Charles Downey Jr. of Lawton, MI passed away on Monday, December 20, 2021, at the age of 73. He was born on April 12, 1948, in Kalamazoo, MI the son of Charles Downey Sr. and Leona Gillespie.
He graduated from Gull Lake High School in 1966. Charles opened and ran Downey’s Cafe at 226 Parsons for several years. Chuck was an...
David Martin Hainline of Portage, MI passed away on Monday, December 20, 2021, at the age of 84. He was born on February 23, 1937, in Muskegon, MI the son of Raymond Hainline and Ruby Blue.
He graduated from Marshall High School and attended Western Michigan University. He made a home for himself in Portage, MI for forty years. David worked...
Nicholas Lauderdale, of Kalamazoo, passed away on Saturday, December 18, 2021 at the age of 36. Nick was born April 15, 1985 to Jay and Jill (Etherton) Lauderdale. Nick was a hard worker and touched many lives. He loved to fish, watch sports with family, and spend time with his daughter. Nick is survived by his parents, Jay (Corina) Lauderdale...
Rollin Hildebrand Jr, of Vicksburg, went home to be with his Lord and Savior, on Friday, December 17, 2021 at the age of 95. Rollin was born in LaGrange, IN on October 1, 1926. He was the son of Rollin Sr and Bessie (Weirch) Hildebrand. Rollin graduated from Vicksburg High School. He later married Mary Lou Miller in Kalamazoo on...
Cathy Vanatti of Vicksburg, MI passed away on Wednesday, December 15, 2021, at the age of 63. Cathy was born on March 5, 1958, the daughter of Wayne and Dora (Warner) Coble. Cathy worked for Eaton Corporation until they shut their doors and worked for FEMA several years following. She was a very loyal worker. She was known for her...
Harold Wood of Vicksburg, MI passed away on Wednesday, December 15, 2021, at the age of 81. A complete obituary is currently in the process of being written. While visiting Harold's tribute page, please take a moment to light a candle or share a memory with his family. The Wood family is being assisted by Avink, McCowen & Secord Funeral...
To know Tony Sehy was to know a person who was devoted to his faith and family. Optimistic and light-hearted, Tony modeled a genuine love for all people. A wonderful husband and father, he was incredibly blessed with a beautiful family supporting him every step of the way. Sadly, he is gone too soon. May his rich collection of memories...
Donna Marie White, age 62 of Sturgis, MI, passed away Tuesday, December 14th, 2021 at Three Rivers Health Hospital following a cardiac arrest due to COVID-19 Pneumonia. Donna was born in Pontiac, MI on March 20th, 1959. She was adopted by Rudolph and Kathleen (Curtis) Minchella. Donna is survived by her husband Edwin Robert White; her two children Krystina (Noriega)...
JodyLynne Marie Miller, 60, passed away on December 14th, 2021 in Kalamazoo Michigan. She was born on September 3rd, 1961 in San Diego California. She was a lover of dogs, the beach, crafting, art, loved to paint, and travel. She was a successful business owner, AKC dog breeder and handler.
She was preceded in death by her mother Carmilla Corcoran, of...
Clarence Jay Edwards passed on with family by his side on December 14, 2021, at the age of 71. Clarence was born on January 7, 1950 to William and Anne (Yoder) Edwards. A memorial gather is being planned for the spring. Clarence is survived by his wife of 51 years, Dorothea; his children: Jeffery Edwards of Gobles, Nicholas (Stephanie) Edwards...
Lonney G. Wade of Galesburg, MI passed away on Friday, December 10, 2021, at the age of 63. He was born in Kalamazoo, MI on April 5, 1958, the son of Bobby and Mary (Reed) Wade. A complete obituary is currently in the process of being written. While visiting Lonney's tribute page, please take a moment to light a candle...
Robert Cameron Snyder, Sr. passed away on Friday, December 10, 2021, which happened to be his son’s birthday, at the age of 83. He was born on August 25, 1938, in Royal Oak, MI the son of William Wilbur Snyder and Dawn Disney Snyder. Robert was a long-time member of Edwards Corner Bible Church and a former member of Westwood...