Margaret (Margot) Louise Rolfe 92, passed away Wednesday, January 13, 2021 in Holland, Michigan. She was born April 7, 1928 in Kalamazoo, Michigan the daughter of Margaret and Fred LaCrone. Margot grew up in Kalamazoo, graduated from State High in 1946 and earned a bachelor's degree in elementary education from Western Michigan College of Education. She taught for twenty-five years,...
Dolores Anna Howard July 31, 1934 ~ January 12, 2021 Dolores Anna Howard, age 86 of Wyoming, Michigan, passed away on Tuesday, January 12, 2021, at her home in Wyoming, MI. Dolores was born in Elk City, Oklahoma on July 31, 1934, to Joseph Antone Spieker and Georgia Ann (Chervenka) Spieker. On February 11, 1952, in Canute, OK, she was...
Lee F. Phelps, of Schoolcraft passed away on Monday, January 12, 2021 at the age of 82. Lee is survived by his wife of 57 years, Kay; three sons: Larry (Dawn) Phelps, of Vicksburg; Buzz (Kristina) Phelps, Nappanee, IN; Kurt (Rachel) Phelps, of Schoolcraft; 12 grandchildren: Andrew, Aaron, Adam, Jacob (Heather), Justin, Micah, Kayson, Gracie, Gentzen, Mark, Halle, and Stephen....
Christopher Todd Ritchey, of Bellevue passed away on Tuesday, January 12, 2021 at the age of 36. Christopher was born on August 17, 1984 in Eaton Rapids, Michigan. He was the son of William and Kathryn (Hilderbrandt) Ritchey. A complete obituary is in the process of being written. While visiting Christopher's webpage, please take time to sign his guestbook by...
Charlene Joan Horvath September 18, 1945 ~ January 11, 2021 Charlene Joan Horvath, age 75 of Lawton, Michigan passed away on Monday, January 11, 2021, at White Oaks Nursing Home of Lawton, MI. Charlene was born in Chicago, Illinois on September 18, 1945, the daughter of Charles Edward Horvath and Frances Dorothy Mellin. Charlene loved spending time with her family...
Biruta Abuls July 28, 1929 – January 11, 2021 Biruta Abuls, age 91, passed away peacefully on January 11th, 2021, in Kalamazoo, Michigan. She was preceded in death by her husband Dzintars Abuls. She is survived by three children: Peteris (Cherie) Abuls of Winnetka, IL; MIkelis (Tia) Abuls of Brookfield, WI and Diana (Andris) Karklins of Plainwell, MI and eight...
With a warm smile, quiet passion, and unwavering focus, Charles "Chuck" Hamlin lived a life devoted to family and serving others. Chuck was a man who always led with his heart and found deep satisfaction in supporting and empowering others. His integrity was unrivaled, his knowledge unparalleled, and his generosity knew no bounds. He delighted in sharing what he knew,...
Carol Ann Reed, 81 traded her walker for wings when she passed away surrounded by her loved ones on Saturday, January 9, 2021.Carol was preceded in death by her parents, 4 brothers, a sister-in-law, a daughter-in-law, a granddaughter Ashley Colburn and her beloved son Larry Colburn. Carol was raised in the Chicago area until she fell in love with west...
Roberta C. Pfau, age 89, of Kalamazoo, MI passed away on January 9, 2021 surrounded by her loving family. She was born on July 21, 1931 in Kalamazoo the daughter of Robert and Sandra (Peirce) Weaver. A complete obituary is in the process of being written. While at www.avinkcremation.com please take time to sign Roberta's guestbook by lighting a candle...
Thomas Lee Haggard, age 80, passed away on January 9, 2021. Tom was born in Hamilton, Ohio on February 8, 1940, the son of the late Forrest and Gertrude Haggard. At the young age of 17, Tom joined the U.S. Marine Corps. He was a Vietnam veteran and after serving his country for 25 years, he retired as a Master...
Ann June Jung, of Scotts formerly of Brown Deer Wisconsin, passed away on Saturday, January 9, 2021 at the age of 74. Ann was born on June 1, 1946 in Shorewood, WI. She was the daughter of William and Ida (Burnside) Gschwind. She was a 1964 graduate of Granville High School. Ann married Clifford Jung on October 18, 1969 and...
Arthur “Art” Visser, 99, of Niles, MI, peacefully passed away Friday night, January 8, 2021 at Rose Arbor Hospice House in Kalamazoo, Michigan. On July 25th, 1921, he married Margaret “Peggy” Wagoner. They enjoyed 78 years of marriage. Art was a hard-worker and an avid car enthusiast. He worked for Bendix Corporation in the brake division for most of his...
Renske Willems, of Wyoming, Michigan passed away on Friday, January 8, 2021 at the age of 92. Renske was born on April 4, 1928 in the Netherlands. She was the daughter of Derk and Jantje (Glotzbach) Ferwerda. Renske "Irene" was married to John Willems. Both Renske and John worked together at the Keebler company in Grand Rapids, MI. She was...
Daniel Joseph Block, The man. The myth. The legend. Entered into his eternal life on January 8, 2021 after 57 magnificent years. Daniel was born March 13, 1963, as a child Daniel fell in love with baseball, church, fishing, and good music, passions he'd carry his entire life. Daniel went on to serve in the United States Army where he...
Dennis J Pound, of Vicksburg, passed away on Friday, January 8, 2021 at the age of 65. Dennis was born on February 1, 1955 in Kalamazoo, Michigan. He was the son of Guy Douglas and Jean (Mandigo) Pound. Dennis is survived by his wife of 41, years Diane; daughter, Kimberly Pound; and son, Jay Pound; brother, Doug Pound; and sister,...
Arlene Rose Caro April 6, 1930 ~ January 7, 2021 Arlene Rose Caro, age 90, of Jenison, Michigan passed away on Thursday, January 7, 2021, at Medilodge of Wyoming. Arlene was born in Grand Rapids, Michigan on April 6, 1930, the daughter of Earl Arthur and Katherine Ann VanNess. She married James Edward Caro, who preceded her in death. Arlene...
MITCHELL, TIMOTHY PAUL 65 YEARS OLD Tim was born September 9, 1955 in Plainwell, Michigan. He was one of six children born to Delmer (Dick) and Mildred Mitchell. Tim graduated from Plainwell High School, class of 1974, and married his sweetheart Jennifer (Chappell) in 1976. They made their home and raised their children in Otsego. Tim worked for Parker Hannifin...
Bruce W. Hedges, of Fulton passed away on Wednesday, January 6, 2021 at the age of 62. Bruce was the son of Chester and Ellen (Wright) Hedges. He was born on April 30, 1958 in Allegan. Bruce went through the Allegan and Otsego schools. On May 20, 1975 he married Sue Leonard, and together they raised two children. He enjoyed...
George John Haaf was born on July 20, 1927 in Meriden, Connecticut, to parents Adam and Elizabeth (Gorman) Haaf. He is the eldest of five children. His family moved to Long Island, New York where he grew up, while continuing to spend summers on his Grandfather’s farm in Connecticut. After graduating from Andrew Jackson high school in New York, he...
Marium Janet Witt, of Kalamazoo passed away on Tuesday, January 5, 2021 at the age of 100. Marium was born on November 12, 1920 in Baraboo, Wisconsin. She was the daughter of E.O. and Katie (Hoyt) Coontz. A complete obituary is in the process of being written. While visiting Marium's webpage at www.avinkcremation.com please take time to sign her guestbook...