Obituaries
Richard Anton VanderStraaten
Mar 27, 2021
Richard “Dick” Anton VanderStraaten of Vicksburg, MI passed away on Saturday, March 27, 2021 at the age of 69. He was born in Kalamazoo, MI on November 22, 1951, the son of Marvin and Norma (Hartleroad) VanderStraaten. He is preceded in his passing by his parents and brothers: John and James VanderStraaten. Left to cherish Dick’s loving memory are his...
Delores Dean
Mar 23, 2021
Delores Dean, of Portage, passed away on Tuesday, March 23, 2021 at the age of 89. Delores was born on March 1, 1932 in Kalamazoo. She was the daughter of Louis and Marie (VanLoveren) Delobel. A complete obituary is in the process of being written. While at Delores's webpage at www.avinkcremation.com please take time to sign her guestbook by lighting...
Janice Ann Youngs
Mar 22, 2021
Janice Ann Youngs January 20, 1952 ~ March 22, 2021 Janice Ann Youngs, age 69 of Marcellus, Michigan passed away Monday March 22 in Kalamazoo. She was born in Dowagiac, Michigan on January 20, 1952 the daughter of Frederick and Grace (White) Youngs. Janice was a cashier, working for K-Mart 31 ½ years and many years at Meijer. Janice enjoyed...
Marshall Beachler
Mar 21, 2021
Marshall Beachler was born to John Webster Beachler and Barbara Lee (Wolfe) Beachler on December 6, 1956. In high school in Logansport, he was in Key Club, played the lead in Oklahoma!, and was on the swim team. A naturally talented vocalist, he was also in the swing choir and had the privilege of travelling to perform for the National...
Millard Owen Gaylor
Mar 21, 2021
Millard Owen Gaylor of Kalamazoo, MI while surrounded by family passed away on Sunday, March 21, 2021 at the age of 88. He was born on July 4, 1932 in Battle Creek, MI the son of Owen and Gladys (Hodge) Gaylor. Mid grew up on a farm in Union City with his parents and 5 siblings. He graduated from Union...
Robert Wheeler
Mar 19, 2021
May 23, 1962-March 19, 2021 Bob was the beloved son of Louis and Suzanne (Ughetti) Wheeler, he will be missed dearly by a son Louis; sisters: Sally (Kim) Conolly and Amy Lou Wheeler; brother, John (Kim) Wheeler and three grandsons:Tripp, Wyatt and Theodore. Bob was preceded in death by his parents an brother Mark. Per Bob's wishes cremation has taken...
Richard C. Keith
Mar 17, 2021
A genuine soul, a compassionate person, and always one with something to say in any situation, Dick leaves behind many loved ones and friends. We will miss the place he held in our lives, and we will never forget him. Dick's life began during the 1950's decade which was a time of confidence for Americans. It is often called the...
Donald Lee Bladen
Mar 17, 2021
Those who were lucky enough to know Donald Bladen understood his reverence for his Lord and Savior. Throughout his life, he leaned on the wisdom that God would always provide for him during any challenge. Faithful, content, and grateful for the countless blessings in his life, Donald was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and friend to many. With many...
Michael Kevin Imm
Mar 16, 2021
Michael Kevin Imm of Plainwell, MI passed away at his home on March 16, 2021 at the age of 70. He was born on September 19, 1950 in Tucson, AZ the son of Joseph and Annette (Nix) Imm. When reflecting on the life of Michael Imm, words such as dedicated, noble, and tenderhearted come to mind, but it was both...
Beverly Elaine Bowen
Mar 14, 2021
Beverly Bowen, of Vicksburg, passed away on Sunday, March 14, 2021 at the age of 83. Beverly was born on February 17, 1938 in Sturgis, Michigan. She was the daughter of Archie and Esther (Gest) Sites. She always had a smile on her face and a welcoming hug. Bev’s life started out rough from the very beginning. Her father died...
Betty Jane Webb
Mar 14, 2021
Betty Jane Webb, age 81, of Sturgis Michigan, died Sunday, March 14, 2021 peacefully at her home, surrounded by her loving care givers, grandchildren and daughter. Betty was born September 1, 1939 in Three Rivers, Michigan to OK and Francis (Dimmick) Lunger. She graduated from Colon High School with the class of 1957. During her senior year she earned the...
Norman R. Bailey
Mar 13, 2021
Norman Roger Bailey of Plainwell , born in Allegan Mi, May 31st 1939, beloved husband, father, and grandfather was called home to heaven March 13th 2021. An avid hunter and fisherman, Norm was the popular owner of Hoot's Bar in Allegan and retired from Rockwell. He was predeceased by parents Malcolm and Dorothy Bailey, sisters JoAnn Gallagher (Ken), Sharon Schmitt...
Ann G. Katje
Mar 13, 2021
Anna Geraldean Katje went to be with the Lord, on March 13, 2021, in Grandville, MI. Ann was born August 16, 1932 in Martin, MI, the daughter of Garry and Bessie Katje. She was the second oldest of 11 Katje children. The Katjes had a farm in East Martin. There was always plenty to do raising chickens, dairy cows, and...
Janet Miller
Mar 12, 2021
Janet Miller passed away peacefully in her home on March 12, 2021. She had battled metastatic breast cancer and emphysema for more than 7 years. She was born on November 19th 1952. She served in the Air National Guard for 18 years, graduated from the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh with a Bachelors in Leadership Development and explored many different careers...
Thomas Michael Cronk
Mar 10, 2021
Thomas Michael Cronk of Vicksburg, MI passed away on Wednesday, March 10, 2021 at the age of 74 after several years of illness and cancer. Tom endured several years of many illnesses, but he is at peace now with no more pain or suffering. Tom was a strong and honest man. He was born in Kalamazoo, MI on November 19,...
Harry Mark Gilbert
Mar 8, 2021
Harry Mark Gilbert of Indian Lake in Vicksburg, MI passed away on March 8, 2021 at Bronson Methodist Hospital due to complications from pulmonary fibrosis and chronic heart failure at the age of 73. He was born on April 20, 1947 in Kalamazoo, MI the son of Dorothy G. Gilbert (née Galbreath) and Truman J. Gilbert. Following his graduation from...
Roger William Knapp
Mar 8, 2021
Roger William Knapp of Portage, MI passed away surrounded by his loving family on Monday, March 8, 2021 at the age of 93. He was born on January 2, 1928 in Battle Creek, MI the son of James and Ruby (Bingham) Knapp. A complete obituary is in the process of being written. While visiting Roger's tribute page please take a...
Max Loker
Mar 7, 2021
With a terrific sense of humor, Max Loker lived a life rich in faith, family, and service. Both humble and proud, Max was a true gentleman who embodied the principles of his faith. He met each day with gratitude and welcomed every person as a friend. Max effortlessly found the joy in life and often inspired it in others. Whether...
Dean T. Perry
Mar 6, 2021
Dean T. Perry, 80, of Vicksburg, passed away on Saturday, March 6, 2021 surrounded by family. He passed away due to complications after a short struggle with ALS. Dean was born to Maynard and Wilma (Lapham) Perry on July 15, 1940 in Dowagiac, MI. The family moved several times but settled in Vicksburg where he graduated in 1959. While in...
Albert "Skip" Engelman
Mar 5, 2021
Albert “Skip” Engelman, of Portage, 92, passed away on Friday March 5, 2021. Skip was born February 25, 1929 to Oliver and Esta (Swift) Engelman. Skip retired after 49 years as a mill wright from Fort James (Southerland). Skip is survived by his wife of 70 years Bertha “Midge” (Mears) Engelman; children, James (Crystal) Engelman, Esta (Bobby) Walls, Albert (Lois)...
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