Obituaries

Kristine Rae Robbins

Kristine Rae Robbins

Jun 28, 2026

Kristine Rae Robbins, of Schoolcraft passed away on Sunday, June 28, 2026, at the age of 51. She was born on January 16, 1975, in Ashland, Ohio. She was the daughter of James and Linda (Knistoft) Robbins. Kristine’s journey, filled with vibrant energy and compassion, was a testament to the immense strength and heart she carried every day.

She was a...

Pamela Marie Boudreau

Pamela Marie Boudreau

Apr 3, 2026

Pamela Boudreau, 81, of Kalamazoo, Michigan, passed away peacefully on April 3, 2026.

A lifelong resident of Kalamazoo, Pam grew up on Village Street and graduated from Loy Norrix High School in 1962. She went on to study at the Art Institute of Chicago before earning her degree in Art from Western Michigan University, where she later earned a Master’s in...

Dale Eugene Schneider

Dale Eugene Schneider

Jun 29, 2026

Dale Eugene Schneider, 69, of Plainwell, Michigan passed away peacefully June 29, 2026 in his home surrounded by family. Dale was born August 31, 1956 in Allegan, Michigan to Frank and Elizabeth (Stuck) Schneider.

Dale grew up in Allegan and once he came of age he enlisted into the Navy in February 1974 and worked as a Diesel Mechanic until he...

John Joseph Miller, Sr.

John Joseph Miller, Sr.

Jun 27, 2026

John Joseph Miller, Sr., 75, of Vicksburg, MI, passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 27, 2026, at the age of 75. John was born on October 29, 1950, in Philadelphia, PA. He was the son of William and June Miller. John’s life was a testament to dedication, faith, and kindness.

Growing up in Philadelphia and spending cherished time around Cape May,...

David O. Baird

David O. Baird

Jun 26, 2026

David O. Baird, of Fulton, passed away on Friday, June 26, 2026, at the age of 89. David was born on August 28, 1936, in Battle Creek. He was the son of David S. and Grace (Edwards) Baird. His was a life that exemplified quiet strength, steadfast devotion, and a lasting impact upon all those who were privileged to know...

Sharon "Sherry" Hagerty

Sharon "Sherry" Hagerty

Jun 26, 2026

Sharon “Sherry” (Barrett) Hagerty, 78, passed away surrounded by her family in Plainwell MI on June 26, 2026. She was born on March 16, 1948 in Woodbury TN, the daughter of Prentice and Irene (Ritchie) Barrett.

Sherry was the proud mother of four children. She married Dennis Broadworth in April 1968 and had two daughters, Juli (Todd) Swenson and Jennifer (David...

Janet June Bresson

Janet June Bresson

Jun 24, 2026

Janet "Jan" June (Meadows) Bresson, age 91, of Schoolcraft, Michigan, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Wednesday, June 24, 2026. She was born on May 28, 1935, in Kalamazoo, Michigan, the daughter of Raymond and Ellen (Vaulkner) Meadows.

Jan attended a one-room schoolhouse in Portage, Michigan. At the age of fourteen, she began working at a restaurant in Galesburg,...

Evelyn Ruth Rasmussen

Evelyn Ruth Rasmussen

Jun 24, 2026

Evelyn Ruth (Rice) Rasmussen, age 83, of Decatur, Michigan, passed away on Wednesday, June 24, 2026. She was born on March 2, 1943, in Kalamazoo, Michigan, the daughter of Forrest and Marie (Pillars) Rice.

Evelyn was an avid reader who enjoyed books of all kinds. She also loved knitting, most recently making hats and gloves, and in earlier years she enjoyed...

Daniel Bruce Stone

Daniel Bruce Stone

Jun 21, 2026

Daniel Bruce Stone, age 66, passed away on June 21, 2026. Dan was born April 24, 1960, in El Paso Texas, to Kenneth and Barbara (Hooper) Stone. Dan was the middle child of 3 children in a full and active home.

In 1979, Dan met Colleen Cleary at a party. They hit it off and he married her in 1980. Together...

Dave Brooks

Dave Brooks

Jun 21, 2026

Dave Brooks, of Schoolcraft passed away on Sunday, June 21, 2026, at the age of 63. Dave leaves behind cherished memories and a legacy marked by quiet strength, devotion, and steadfast love for his family. Dave was a proud graduate of Three Rivers High School, Class of 1980. While in high school he played on the football team.

Dave built a...

Jerry "Buck" L. Green

Jerry "Buck" L. Green

Jun 18, 2026

Jerry "Buck" L. Green, of Vicksburg passed away on Thursday, June 18, 2026, at the age of 85. He was a dedicated and hardworking man known for his spirited personality and enduring sense of humor. He was born on October 15, 1940, in Leonidas, Michigan; the son of Carl and Dorothea (Moyer) Green. Buck's life was marked by his fun-loving...

Deborah Predum

Deborah Predum

Jun 16, 2026

The family of Deborah Kay (Manchester) Predum is deeply saddened to announce her passing on June 16, 2026. Born on December 14th, 1957 in Muskegon, Michigan, Debbi lived a full and remarkable life. She touched the hearts of everyone she met through her smile, kind nature, and sacrificial giving. Debbi was an active member of her church community, as acting...

Anthony "Tony" Lee Mayo

Anthony "Tony" Lee Mayo

Jun 14, 2026

Anthony “Tony” Lee Mayo, age 68, of Vicksburg, Michigan, passed away suddenly on Sunday, June 14, 2026. A devoted husband, father, grandfather, son, and friend, Tony was born on February 25, 1958, in Vicksburg, the son of J.R. and IdaBelle (Taylor) Mayo.

Tony married the love of his life, Julie, on August 11, 1984. Together they shared nearly 42 years of...

Gary Lee Fisher

Gary Lee Fisher

Jun 13, 2026

Gary L. Fisher, 77, of Schoolcraft, Michigan, passed away on June 13, 2026.

Gary dedicated his life to education, athletics, and the students of Climax-Scotts High School, where he served as a teacher, athletic director, driver's education instructor, and coach. During a remarkable 41-year career, he touched countless lives through his leadership, encouragement, and unwavering commitment to the success of his...

Mary Crouch

Mary Crouch

Jun 10, 2026

Mary M. Crouch passed away with family by her side on June 10, 2026, at the age of 67. She was born on November 6, 1958, in Plainwell, Michigan, to William and Shirley (Pearson) Hileski. Mary was the fourth oldest of nine children.

Mary grew up in Plainwell and graduated from Plainwell High School in 1977. After graduating, she began working....

Peggy Lee Wooden

Peggy Lee Wooden

Jun 9, 2026

Peggy Lee Wooden, age 77, of Portage, Michigan, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family on June 9, 2026. She was born on June 13, 1948, the daughter of Dale and Marjorie Webster.

Peggy cherished her childhood memories of spending time on her grandfather's farm alongside her sister, Roxann, and her brothers, Ted and Rod. Those early years helped...

Ralph Campbell

Ralph Campbell

Jun 9, 2026

Ralph Campbell, 92, of Constantine, Michigan, passed away on June 9, 2026. He was born on December 7, 1933 in Colt, Arkansas to Thomas and Hattie (Long) Campbell.

After hitchhiking from Arkansas to California at 17 to become a sharecropper Ralph eventually settled in Three Rivers where he became a welder and machine operator. He had a brief marriage to his...

Mary Jane Davis

Mary Jane Davis

Jun 8, 2026

Mary Jane (Comstock) Davis of Kalamazoo, MI passed away on June 8, 2026. Mary was born June 27, 1927 in Vicksburg, MI and was the daughter of Vera (Nash) and Edward Comstock. 

On September 6, 1947 she married John Gillette Davis. John preceded her in death on July 19, 1996 after 49 years of marriage. She was a lifelong resident of...

Gloria Mae Shook

Gloria Mae Shook

Jun 7, 2026

Gloria Mae Shook joined Heaven’s choir on Sunday, June 7, 2026, at the age of 78. She was born on December 16, 1947, in Plainwell, Michigan, to Frank and Georgia (Ransbottom) Shook.

At the age of 18, Gloria enlisted in the U.S. Navy, where she served for 4 years, working her way up to Personnelman Second Class. After finishing her duties...

Susan Marie Kennedy

Susan Marie Kennedy

Jun 4, 2026

On Thursday, June 4th, 2026, Susan Marie Kennedy, 88 of Vicksburg, MI, passed away at Northwoods Village. There she was greatly loved and taken care of, as if she were a family member of their own for almost 2 years from dementia and the effects of a stroke.

Sue was born on November 1st, 1937 to Charles and Annis (Smith) Rantz....