Obituaries
Henry "Hank" A. Kite
Aug 6, 2020
HENRY ALVIN KITE SR "HANK" passed away peacefully in his home in Paw Paw. At the time of his death he was surrounded by family and friends whom loved & cared for him. He had been dealing with several health issues and ultimately passed away on this sad day of August 6, 2020 at age 66. Hank was born on...
Peggy Lou Wilson
Aug 3, 2020
Peggy Lou (Saunders) Wilson 1/4/1962 – 8/3/2020 Peggy Lou (Saunders) Wilson, age 58, of Schoolcraft, passed away Monday August 3, 2020 surrounded by her loving husband and daughters. Peggy was born January 4, 1962 in Detroit, MI. to Frank and Pauline (Cronk) Saunders. Peggy was a kind and selfless soul who always put others before herself. She was always willing...
Joyce Wedel
Aug 2, 2020
Proverbs 16:3 Commit to the Lord whatever you do and your plans will succeed. Joyce Wedel, of Scotts, MI, passed away Sunday, August 2, 2020 with her loving family by her side. Joyce Eline Christensen was born October 21, 1939 to Johanna and Edgard Christensen in Chicago, Illinois. Johanna passed away when Joyce was just two years old. Edgard then...
Anna Marie Dunn
Aug 2, 2020
Anna Marie Dunn passed away Sunday, August 2nd, 2020 at the age of 16. Anna was born November 17th, 2003 almost three months early. Weighing in at 2 pounds 3 oz, she was a fighter from the beginning. Anna touched so many with her strength and kindness. Though her time here was short, her impact still rings strong among her...
David Harry Curl
Aug 1, 2020
David H. Curl, of Kalamazoo, passed away on Saturday, August 1, 2020 at the age of 88. David was born on June 2, 1932 in Columbus, OH. He was the son of John and Florence Curl. David was an alumnus of Ohio University and Indiana University, taught photography and graphic arts at Kalamazoo College, Western Michigan University, and the Kalamazoo...
Kenneth D Johnson
Aug 1, 2020
Kenneth Johnson, age 89, passed away on August 1, 2020. Ken was born on January 17, 1931 in a Salvation Army hospital in Grand Rapids, MI to Frances Helen Glynn. From ages 14 to 19 he worked part time for Retail Stores and other Labor Jobs and delivering coal at a local feed store as well as working nights at...
Henrietta Butcher
Jul 31, 2020
Henrietta Butcher, 90, of Battle Creek, Michigan, passed away on 31 July 2020. She was born to parents Henry & Grace (Hesse) VanderMeer, on 18 February 1930 in Grandville, Michigan. Henrietta married her beloved husband, Richard H Butcher Sr, on February 25, 1950 in Kalamazoo, Michigan. Together they raised 5 children: Bonnie (John) Zamora, Khem (Rui) Butcher, Sally (David) Baker,...
James Joseph Merchant
Jul 29, 2020
James Joseph Merchant, age 82, of Martin, passed away with family by his side on July 29, 2020. Jim was born on November 24, 1937 to Harry & Mary (Marshall) Merchant. Following Jim’s wishes, cremation has taken place and a memorial service is being planned for later. Jim’s family includes his wife of 62 years, Barbara; his children Cindy (Tim)...
Sharon Kay DeMann
Jul 28, 2020
Sharon Kay DeMann went to be with her Lord July 28, 2020. She was born in Martin, Michigan on April 10, 1942 to the late Floyd and Sarah (Wagner) Washburn. Sharon was a life-long resident of Martin and enjoyed her winters in Leesburg, Florida. On June 9, 1961 she married the love of her life, Ronald Gene DeMann. Together they...
Judith "Judy" Brooks
Jul 26, 2020
Judith Marie Brooks, age 80, passed away on July 26, 2020. Judy was born in Detroit, MI on June 12, 1940 to Walter & Doris Curtis. Judy is survived by her children: Brett (Christa) Knight, Laurel (John) Knight, Shari (Rich) Wilson and Greg (Chrissy) Baker; 13 grandchildren; 8 great grandchildren; her nephew Trevor Curtis and her niece Jamie Pickard. She...
Barbara Mary Darrow
Jul 24, 2020
Barbara Darrow, age 97, of Plainwell, passed away on July 24, 2020. Barb was born on January 10, 1923 to Peter & Mary (Alicki) Marciniak. Visit with her family and friends Monday, August 3, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the McCowen & Secord Funeral Home; Marshall-Gren Chapel; 120 S. Woodhams St. in Plainwell. A graveside committal service will...
Gary Dean Carpenter
Jul 24, 2020
Gary Dean Carpenter, of Vicksburg passed away on Friday, July 24, 2020 at the age of 77. Gary was born on March 2, 1943 in Vicksburg, Michigan. He was the son of Leslie and Glenna (Lamerson) Carpenter. He went through Vicksburg schools and graduated from Vicksburg High School with the Class of 1961. After high school he enlisted in the...
Howard James Steffey
Jul 24, 2020
Howard James Steffey, Sr. of Schoolcraft passed away on Friday, July 24, 2020 at the age of 77. Howard was born on December 22, 1942 in Kalamazoo, MI. He was the son of Harlow and Dorothy (Marlette) Steffey. Howard graduated from Loy Norrix High School with the Class of 1961. After high school he proudly served his country in the...
Norma Jean Gilbert
Jul 23, 2020
Gilbert, Norma Jean 3/30/1938 – 7/23/2020 Norma Jean Gilbert, age 82, passed away on Thursday, July 23,2020 at her home in Portage, Michigan. Norma was born March 30, 1938 in Kalamazoo to George and Mabel (Reigle) Gilbert. Norma was preceded in death by her parents and sister Luana Gilbert. She is survived by her brother Ronald (Connie) Gilbert of Portage...
Ty Patrick Brugh
Jul 22, 2020
Ty Patrick Brugh, age 22 of Plainwell, MI passed away the morning of July 22nd, 2020. He was born in Kalamazoo, MI on October 3rd, 1997 to Harold & Christin Brugh (Casale). Ty is survived by his parents, his sister Abra Post (Brugh), his brother Ian Parrish, his nephew Carter Post and niece Haylee Parrish. A gifted athlete, Ty played...
William "Furgie" Furgason
Jul 20, 2020
William Furgason, of Kalamazoo passed away on July 20, 2020 at the age of 87. William was born on February 23, 1933 to Russell and Edith Furgason (Sykes) in Chicago Illinois. Furgie was a man of character and compassion. We were blessed to have him in our lives. He is survived by his wife, three children and their spouses, six...
Gregory "Greg" LaForge
Jul 20, 2020
A powerful role model, Greg LaForge was a kindhearted man who lived a life rich in family and friends. Greg's infectious spirit and faith in humanity inspired everyone who was blessed to meet him. Welcoming every day as a gift and every person as a friend, Greg never hesitated to lend a hand in the service of others. In his...
Zygmunt "Zig" Lebiecki
Jul 19, 2020
Zygmunt "Zig" Joseph Lebiecki, 91, of Portage, MI, went home to be with his Lord on Sunday, July 19, 2020. Zig was born on September 27, 1928, in Battle Creek, MI. He was the son of Seweryn and Katherine (Hajduk) Lebiecki. As a young boy, he desired to go out and see the world and found unique ways to raise...
Sharon Lee Millard
Jul 18, 2020
Sharon Lee Millard, 79, of Delton passed away on July 18, 2020. Sharon was born January 31, 1941, the daughter of the late Carlton and Mary Francis (Dimock) Deal. She enjoyed fly fishing, carpentry, reading, mahjong, socializing with neighbors, and most of all spending time with her grandchildren, great grandchildren and her family. Sharon was a great cook. Her family...
Barbara DeMond
Jul 18, 2020
Barbara DeMond, of Plainwell passed away on Saturday, July 18, 2020 at the age of 79. Barbara was born to Jeffery and Jenny (Wesseling) Jones on February 16, 1941. Barbara is survived by her husband of 59 years Roger DeMond: children; Teresa (Brian) Tiffany, Russ DeMond, and Scott DeMond: grandchildren; Steve Tiffany and Reese DeMond: and several cousins, nieces, and...
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