Obituaries
LaDonna Williams
Feb 5, 2020
LaDonna Williams passed away peacefully on February 3, 2020. LaDonna retired from Bissel after many years of work. Cremation has taken place per her wishes. She is survived by her son; Charles (Kelly) Williams: daughter; Natalie Williams: 8 grandchildren: and many great grandchildren. Preceded in death by Larry (Jenny) Gross and Viola Fay Justham. The family is having a celebration...
Peggy Lambert
Feb 3, 2020
Marjorie June (Peggy) Lambert, 91, passed away on February 3, 2020 in Mecosta, MI. She was born in Battle Creek on June 26, 1928, the eldest child of Raymond and Ethel (Daniels) Brown. Shortly thereafter, the family moved to Vicksburg where Peggy spent her childhood and much of her adult life. She always considered Vicksburg "home." She was close to...
Eugene E. Zang
Feb 3, 2020
Eugene (Gene) Zang, of Portage Michigan, passed away peacefully due to multiple complications at Rose Arbor Hospice on February 3, 2020 at the age of 89. He will be dearly missed by his wife, family, and many friends. Gene was the son of John Otto Zang and Alma Ida Doletzke. He grew up in Detroit, Michigan with his five brothers:...
LeeAnn Armella Knapp
Feb 2, 2020
LeeAnn passed away on February 2, 2020. Further details are forthcoming in the coming days.
Phyllis Jean Simmons
Feb 1, 2020
Phyllis Jean Simmons, of Climax passed away on Saturday, February 1, 2020 at the age of 88. Phyllis was born May 23, 1931 on the family farm in Climax, MI. She was the daughter of Sherry and Alma (Staffen) Baughman. She graduated from Climax High School with the Class of 1949. On May 10, 1951 she married the love of...
Davyd Ross Swanson
Feb 1, 2020
Davyd Swanson, age 61, of Plainwell, passed away suddenly on February 1, 2020. Dave was born on March 22, 1958 to Willis & Mary (Deschaine) Swanson. Following his wishes, cremation has taken place. A memorial gathering is being planned for spring or early summer. Dave’s family includes his wife of 36 years, Deb; his children: Bill (Jessica) Swanson, Erik (Kelsey)...
Carole Jean Keast
Jan 28, 2020
Carole Jean (TenBrink) Keast, Age 77 of Galesburg, passed away on Jan 28th, 2020 surrounded by her family. Carole was born on April 27, 1942 in Kalamazoo, MI to Donna Jean and Donald TenBrink. Carole spent her career as a cosmetologist and thoroughly enjoyed caring for her clients. She enjoyed tending to her yard, loved caring for all animals, and...
Nancy I. Mikle
Jan 27, 2020
Nancy I. Mikle, of Vicksburg passed away on Monday, January 27, 2020 at the age of 79. Nancy was born on March 24, 1940 in Bronson. She was the daughter of Omer and Ruby Sanders. On January 12, 1957 she married the love of her life, Donald Mikle. She enjoyed crocheting and when she was younger bowling on leagues. But...
David Richard Gearhart
Jan 26, 2020
David Richard Gearhart May 27, 1939 ~ January 26, 2020 David Richard Gearhart, age 80 of Marcellus passed away Sunday, January 26, 2020 at home. He was born in Three Rivers, Michigan on May 27, 1939 the son of Charles Thomas and Margaret Elaine (Cox) Gearhart, who preceded him in death. On November 22, 1956, in Normal, Illinois he married...
Norma Jean Schmidt
Jan 24, 2020
Norma Jean Schmidt, of Portage formerly of Schoolcraft passed away on Friday, January 24, 2020 at the age of 72. Norma will be missed greatly by the family and friends she loved. Norma was the daughter of John and Helen Schmidt. She was a member of the Schoolcraft High School Class of 1965. She later retired from the United States...
Sally Miller
Jan 24, 2020
Sally Miller, 72 of Vicksburg, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on January 24, 2020. Sally was born October 9, 1947 to Albert and Erma Herwick. Sally worked for Upjohn for 34+ years in many capacities with the company. Sally is known for her love of bowling, fishing on her trips to the Florida Keys, and spending time at the...
Sally Jean Smith
Jan 24, 2020
Sally Jean Smith, 80 of Portage MI, passed away peacefully on the evening of January 24, 2020. Sally was born at home near Niles, MI on March 4, 1939. She is the fourth daughter of Howard and Sarah “Sally” (Toombs) Woodall. Sally has five surviving sisters; Margaret “Peggy” Kuratko, Betty (Duane) Lucas, Helen Woodall, Karen Joan Woodall, and Judy (Ron)...
Sally Jean Smith
Jan 24, 2020
Sally Jean Smith, 80 of Portage MI, passed away peacefully on the evening of January 24, 2020. Sally was born at home near Niles, MI on March 4, 1939. She is the fourth daughter of Howard and Sarah “Sally” (Toombs) Woodall. Sally has five surviving sisters; Margaret “Peggy” Kuratko, Betty (Duane) Lucas, Helen Woodall, Karen Joan Woodall, and Judy (Ron)...
Joshua Harris
Jan 24, 2020
Joshua Harris passed away peacefully on January 24, 2020 with his wife at his side. Cremation has taken place per his wishes. Family is being helped by McCowen & Secord Family Funeral Homes, 120 S. Woodhams, Plainwell, MI 49080. (269)685-5881
Eileen Kay White
Jan 23, 2020
Eileen White, age 79, of Portage, passed away on Jan. 23, 2020. Eileen was born on Feb. 22, 1940 to John & Nellie (Schrier) Weessies. Following her wishes, cremation has taken place.
Ruth Marian Cropsey
Jan 20, 2020
Ruth Marian Lindsay Cropsey, 98 and a half, of DeWitt, Michigan, left her loved ones to join her beloved Savior Jesus, husband Harmon, and son Christopher on January 20, 2020 at 20:00 hours EST earth time. She was born in Jefferson County, Iowa, on July 30, 1921, to Robert Grant and Eva Durinda Mae Mandt Lindsay. On July 29, 1943,...
Dorothy M. Dailey
Jan 20, 2020
Dorothy Dailey, age 81, of Vicksburg, passed away on January 20, 2020. Dorothy was born on October 2, 1938 to Isaac & Mary (Parsons) Dubbeld. Visit with her family and friends on Wednesday, January 22 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the McCowen & Secord Funeral Home, Rupert Durham Chapel; 409 S. Main St. in Vicksburg. A graveside service will...
Paul Gerard Murray
Jan 20, 2020
On May 16, 1957, in Kalamazoo, Michigan, proud parents, Paul J. and Elizabeth G. (Locey) Murray welcomed home their baby boy, Paul Gerard. Born premature without any fingernails, toenails, or hair, he brought much joy and happiness to the family home. A lifelong resident of Plainwell, Paul’s life was filled with adventure right from the start. One of eight children,...
Taylor VanSchoick
Jan 18, 2020
Taylor Alan VanSchoick, of Kalamazoo passed away surrounded by the loving care of his family on Saturday, January 18, 2020 at the age of 29. Taylor was born on October 10, 1990 in Kalamazoo. He was the son of Jerry and Patsy (Evensen) VanSchoick. Taylor graduated from Vicksburg High School with the Class of 2009. After high school he was...
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