Obituaries
Robert "Bob" Helmboldt
Nov 4, 2023
Robert “Bob” Helmboldt, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away on November 4, 2023, in his home in Plainwell, MI at the age of 66.
He was born August 11, 1957, in Worland, WY to Loretta and Don Helmboldt. His family later moved to Allegan, MI where he attended Allegan High School. After completing trade school, he worked at...
Debra Reynolds
Nov 3, 2023
Debra Elaine (Deau) Reynolds was born February 6, 1955 to parents Dale and Sylvia (Pond) Deau in Kalamazoo, MI. Debra was the oldest of five children and attended Kalamazoo Public Schools.
In 1975 Debra married Jim Spicer and they had three children. Debra enjoyed being a homemaker, raising their children and found a love for animals which she enjoyed...
Beverly Jean Porter
Nov 3, 2023
Beverly Jean Porter passed away peacefully on Friday November 3, 2023, at her home in Portage, Michigan. She was born Beverly Jean Cutshaw in Kalamazoo, the daughter of James and Marie (Jackson) Cutshaw, on June 6, 1926. When Bev was in the fourth grade the family moved to a farm in Richland and she graduated as a Salutatorian from...
Tabatha Lynn Sears
Oct 31, 2023
Tabatha Lynn Sears of Kalamazoo, MI passed away on Tuesday, October 31, 2023 at the age of 49. She was born in Three Rivers, MI on Saturday, June 15, 1974 the daughter of John and Shirley (Brown) Sears.
A complete obituary is currently in the process of being written.
While visiting www.amsfuneralhomes.com please take time to sign Tabatha's guestbook and/or share a...
Timothy Ira Moore
Oct 28, 2023
Timothy Ira Moore quietly passed away at home surrounded by his family, on Saturday, October 28, 2023 at the age of 84. Tim was Born December 6, 1938 to Gordon and Geraldyne (Vermeulen) Moore.
Tim was a lifelong member of the Vicksburg community, graduating from Vicksburg High School in 1956. He received his bachelor’s degree from the University of...
Lynne Hutting
Oct 26, 2023
Lynne Hutting of Grandville, MI passed away after a long battle with cancer on Thursday, October 26, 2023 at the age of 71. She was born in Battle Creek, MI on Friday, November 9, 1951 the daughter of Chester and Gladys (Dubis)Misiewicz. Lynne was a devoted daughter, mother and grandmother.
She is preceded in death by her parents...
David B. Hayward
Oct 26, 2023
David B. Hayward, a beloved member of the Scotts community, passed away on October 26, 2023, at Rose Arbor Hospice, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on November 22, 1935, in Scotts Michigan. David's remarkable life and enduring contributions to his family and community will always be cherished.In his early years, David discovered an interest in farm machinery...
Shirley Ann Hood
Oct 25, 2023
Shirley Ann Hood of Kalamazoo, MI passed away on Wednesday, October 25, 2023 at the age of 87. She was born in Kalamazoo, MI on Friday, February 14, 1936 the daughter of Hugh and Florence Walker.
A complete obituary is currently in the process of being written.
While visiting www.amsfuneralhomes.com please take time to sign Shirley's guestbook and/or share a memory with...
David Duane Goss
Oct 24, 2023
David Duane Goss passed peacefully in his sleep on October 24, 2023, in Kalamazoo, Michigan. He was born on December 22, 1955, in South Haven, Michigan, to his loving parents, Duane L. Goss and Thelma E. (Miller) Goss.
David dedicated eight years of his life to the service of his country, serving in the US Army as a medic and...
Leroy Charles "Dooley" Johnson II
Oct 22, 2023
Leroy Charles “Dooley” Johnson II, age 63, passed away October 22, 2023 in his home in Martin, MI. He was born December 11, 1959 in Terre Haute, IN to Janice and Leroy Johnson. Leroy later moved to Otsego, MI where he attended Otsego High School. He worked at Marshall Plastic, where he met his soon-to-be wife. Leroy married his...
Laurie Ann Barnett
Oct 22, 2023
Laurie Ann Barnett, born April 20, 1948, to Walter and Jean Harris, peacefully passed away on October 22, 2023, at the age of 75.
Laurie's journey began in Ludington, Michigan, where she graduated from Ludington High School. Around 1970, she made the Kalamazoo area her home, and it was here that her life blossomed. In 1971, she welcomed the arrival...
Ronald Wade Waynick
Oct 21, 2023
Ronald Wade Waynick, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away on Saturday, October 21, 2023, at the age of 70. He was born on March 7, 1953, in Chicago, Illinois, and spent his life creating cherished memories with his family and friends.
Ronald is survived by his loving wife, Sharon Waynick, and their children: Melinda (Brandon) Johns, Jessica...
Brian Patrick Murphy
Oct 21, 2023
Brian Patrick Murphy of Kalamazoo, MI passed away on Saturday, October 21, 2023 at the age of 56. He was born in Flint, MI on Friday, September 22, 1967 the son of Patrick and Elaine (Graczyk) Murphy.
A complete obituary is currently in the process of being written.
While visiting www.amsfuneralhomes.com please take time to sign Brian's guestbook and/or share a memory...
Lyle Kenneth Harrison
Oct 21, 2023
Lyle Kenneth Harrison, beloved husband, father, and dedicated member of the community, passed away on October 21, 2023, in Vicksburg, Michigan. He was born on October 25, 1931, in Schoolcraft Township to his loving parents Ernest and Ethel (Barnes) Harrison. Lyle was one of eleven children.Lyle attended Vicksburg High School. Lyle’s unwavering sense of patriotism led him to serve...
Nancy Lou Hill
Oct 20, 2023
Nancy Lou Hill, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend, left this world on October 20, 2023, in Vicksburg, MI, at the age of 77. She was born on April 9, 1946, in Kalamazoo, MI, to the loving embrace of Harry and Gertrude (Lesman) Boodt.
Nancy was a devoted wife, and her love story with her husband, Carl Hill,...
William Earl Briggs, Sr.
Oct 18, 2023
William Earl Briggs, Sr., affectionately known as Bill, passed away peacefully at his home on October 18, 2023. He was born in McDonald, Michigan on October 30, 1937, to his loving parents Stanley and Ruth Briggs.Bill was a hard worker who dedicated himself to various professions throughout his life. After graduating from Hartford High School in 1955, he pursued his...
Delbert John Bassett
Oct 17, 2023
Delbert John Bassett, 90, passed away on October 17, 2023, at Kauhale in Otsego, Michigan. Del was an Army veteran who served from the early 1950s to 1958. Upon honorable release from active duty, he was a specialist, second class. He worked in tank recovery during his time serving in the Army.
Delbert was born in Kalamazoo Michigan and was...
Doris Marie Noel
Oct 17, 2023
Doris Marie Noel passed away peacefully at her home in Vicksburg on October 17, 2023 where she lived with her daughter and son-in-law. Many may remember her working behind the courtesy desk at Meijer on South Westnedge. She was one of the first cashiers to be hired when the store opened in 1964. She retired from Meijer in 1991.
She...
Sally Lou Fort
Oct 15, 2023
Sally Lou Fort, born Sally Lou Homan on November 19, 1945, in Vicksburg, MI, passed away on October 15, 2023, in Kalamazoo, MI. She was the daughter of Robert and Velma (Garrison) Homan. Sally was a dear wife to Buzz Fort and a devoted mother to her two children, Adam and Dana.Sally attended Vicksburg High School prior to graduating from...
Ivan L. Winkler
Oct 15, 2023
Ivan L. Winkler, a dedicated family man, hardworking individual, and a self-made man, has sadly passed away at the age of 91 on October 15, 2023, in Vicksburg. He was born on January 12, 1932, in Kalamazoo, Michigan, and grew up to become an outstanding individual who touched the lives of countless people.Ivan's career spanned over 46 years in the...
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