Beverly Springer
Sep 15, 2024
Beverly Springer, of Kalamazoo, MI, passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 15, 2024, at the age of 56. Beverly was born in Kalamazoo, MI, on February 19, 1968, to Jerry and Elizabeth (Watson) Springer.
Bev is survived by her sister: Barb (Scott) Uildriks; her nephews: Brandon Uildriks, Justin Uildriks, her niece Chelsea Uildriks as well as five great nieces and nephews....
Vernon Duane Noel
Sep 14, 2024
Vernon Duane Noel, a beloved member of the Vicksburg community and a dedicated family man, passed away peacefully on September 14, 2024, at the age of 94. Born on March 31, 1930, in Vicksburg, Michigan, Vernon was the son of Virgil and Dorothy (Smith) Noel.
Vernon’s commitment to community and family was evident from an early age. He graduated from Vicksburg...
Lonnie Darrah
Sep 13, 2024
Lonnie Robert Darrah, a hardworking and stoic man, passed away on Friday, September 13, 2024, in Grand Rapids, MI. Born on June 18, 1970, in Emmetsburg, Iowa, to Robert and Lonna Darrah. Lonnie grew up on the family farm, where he developed a deep love for agriculture and farm equipment. From a young age, he became his family's mechanic, a...
Jerry Springer
Sep 13, 2024
Jerry Martin Springer, of Portage, MI, passed away peacefully on Friday, September 13, 2024, at the age of 86. Jerry was born in Dowagiac, MI, on November 13, 1937, to Clarence and Elizabeth Springer. He lived a life of service, love, and dedication, and his memory will be cherished by all who knew him.
Jerry proudly served in the United States...
Marie Jane Campbell
Sep 11, 2024
Passed away peacefully at her home in Constantine, Michigan, surrounded by loved ones.
She graduated from Mendon High School and retired from Kalamazoo Gazette Rural Delivery for the southern part of St. Joseph County. Her greatest hobbies were keeping up with the current events, fishing and camping.
The surviving are spouse- Ralph Campbell, Son- Erik Water, Daughter- Amanda Campbell, Grandchildren- Tarl and...
Cindy Lou Leverich
Sep 9, 2024
Cindy Lou Leverich (Montague), aged 63, passed away on September 9, 2024, in Vicksburg, Michigan. Born on December 30, 1960, in Barstow, California, Cindy was a beacon of kindness and generosity, known for her unwavering devotion to her faith, family, and friends.Cindy graduated from Vicksburg High School and furthered her education at Baker College, where she nurtured her lifelong love...
Shirley White
Sep 9, 2024
Shirley Ann (Lane) White, age 80, passed away peacefully on Monday, September 9, 2024, in Kalamazoo, Michigan. Born at home in Lawrence, MI, on February 3, 1944, to Max Worthy and Irene June (Knapp) Lane, Shirley lived a life full of love, family, and community. She graduated from Lawrence High School in 1962 and married the love of her life,...
Royal Ranger
Sep 9, 2024
Royal Fern (Garrison) Ranger passed away on Monday, September 9, 2024, at the age of 84. Royal was born in Kalamazoo, MI on May 10, 1940, to Roy and Fern (Sherman) Garrison.
On June 25, 1960, Royal married the love of her life, Gene Douglas Ranger, who preceded her in death on November 4, 2023. Together they raised 4 children: Kayla...
Mark Daniel Weirick
Sep 8, 2024
Mark Daniel Weirick passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, September 8th at Bronson Methodist Hospital in Kalamazoo, Michigan after suffering a brain aneurysm. He was surrounded by his family when he passed. He was born on May 29th, 1961 in Kalamazoo to Daniel and Debi Weirick. Mark married Laura Cady on February 23rd, 1991, after meeting at McGonigles Restaurant and taking...
John Connell
Sep 5, 2024
John David Connell, born on November 12, 1976, in Hoffman Estates, IL, passed away on September 5, 2024, in Kalamazoo, MI. He was the beloved son of Frank Connell and DeLois McNew.
John attended Hoffman Estates High School and graduated in 1995. After graduation, he began his career as a claims adjuster. On September 21, 2002, John married Michelle Jackson...
Chad Overweg
Sep 1, 2024
Chad Overweg, a beloved son, husband, father, brother, and friend, passed away on September 1, 2024, in Kalamazoo, MI, leaving behind a legacy of hard work, love, and devotion that will be cherished by all who knew him. Born on February 7, 1975, in Vicksburg, MI, to Jerry Overweg and Karen Howard, Chad was a man whose roots ran deep...
Jeffrey Ladd
Aug 29, 2024
Jeffrey (Jeff) Dale Ladd of Schoolcraft, MI, age 57, passed away August 29, 2024, at Rose Arbor Place in Kalamazoo, MI. Jeff was born in Deckerville, MI to Dale and Dixie Ladd.
Jeff’s early years were spent helping his father on their farm with various livestock and participating in 4H. In high school, Jeff was President of Future Farmers of America...
Charlene Eaton
Aug 28, 2024
Charlene Joyce (Haynes) Eaton, beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, peacefully passed away on August 28, 2024, at the age of 86. Born on October 30, 1937, she was the fourth of nine children to Catherine and Charles Haynes, who owned a cherished furniture store in Marcellus.
Charlene's life was marked by a deep love for family, community, and the simple joys...
Dolores Ahrndt
Aug 27, 2024
Dolores Jean (Wine) Ahrndt, beloved Wife of Jack Ahrndt, mother, grandmother, and cherished friend, passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of Love and warmth that will be treasured by generations to come. Known for her nurturing spirit and unwavering support, Dolores touched the lives of everyone she met.
Born with a heart full of compassion, Dolores dedicated her life to...
Mary Lewman
Aug 26, 2024
Mary (Littell) Lewman, 87, passed away on August 26, 2024, at Borgess Medical Center in Kalamazoo, MI, surrounded by her loving family.
Mary was born on December 15, 1936, in Vicksburg, MI, to Herbert and Renee (Valette) Littell. Mary married Raymond Lewman on Sept. 18, 1954. In addition to raising four children, she worked in the Galesburg - Augusta Schools for...
Ronald Gregersen
Aug 26, 2024
Ronald Zelden Gregersen, Sr, passed away on 26 August 2024. On September 3rd he would have been 86. He will be missed, deeply, by all who knew and loved him.
He enjoyed a full life, overcoming many personal obstacles, including losing a leg from a motorcycle accident when he was in his early twenties.
He enjoyed being a farm mechanic on the...
Dorothy Cooper
Aug 25, 2024
Dorothy Cooper, 94, a long-time resident of Marcellus, passed away on August 25, 2024, at “A Place Called Home” in Stevensville, where she'd been a resident for the past four years. Dorothy was born invNiles on December 30, 1929, to Arthur and Jessie (Holmes) Blood, and grew up in Dowagiac where she graduated high school.
On December 18, 1948, she married...
Mark Thompson
Aug 25, 2024
Mark Thompson
John Mark Thompson, aged 95, passed away on August 25, 2024, in Kalamazoo, MI. Born on March 14, 1929, in West Hartford, Connecticut, Mark led a distinguished life marked by a profound commitment to education and social justice.
Mark embarked on an extensive educational journey that began with an A.B. from Harvard College in 1951, followed by a B.D. from...
Edward Rehe
Aug 24, 2024
Edward Harvey Rehe, born on January 14, 1949, in Chicago, IL, passed away peacefully on August 24, 2024, in Portage, MI, at the age of 75. Edward was a beloved father, grandfather, brother, and friend whose life was defined by service, hard work, and a love for adventure.
Edward proudly served his country as a United States Marine in Company B,...