Obituaries
Mark Lutz
Nov 26, 2025
Mark Joseph Lutz, age 69, formerly of Wayland, Michigan, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on November 26, 2025. Mark passed away peacefully at his home in Plainwell, surrounded by the comfort of the place he loved. He was born on June 25, 1956, to Joseph and Elizabeth Lutz, who have also preceded him in passing.
Mark lived a...
Bill Cooper
Nov 26, 2025
William A. “Bill” Cooper, age 75, of Plainwell, MI, passed away peacefully on November 26, 2025. He was born on April 4, 1950, in Plainwell, the son of Sherman and Helen Cooper.
Bill was a proud graduate of Plainwell High School. On July 5, 1977, he married the love of his life, Jeanne Darrow, and together they built a life centered...
Donald "Doni" Eugene Adair
Nov 26, 2025
Donald “Doni” Eugene Adair, of Three Rivers, MI passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his niece: Jessica Goodwin, and great nephew: Malachi and great niece Mayann Goodwin, on Wednesday, November 26, 2025, at the age of 63, after a valiant battle with COPD. Doni was born on September 19, 1962, in Kalamazoo, MI. He was the son of...
Herbert Joynt
Nov 25, 2025
Herbert O. Joynt of Kalamazoo, MI, passed away on November 25, 2025, at the age of 90 at the Upjohn Care Center. He was born at home on May 26, 1935, in Traverse City, Michigan, as the Blessing of the Cherry Blossom Parade passed by outside their home. Herb is the son of Adelbert “Deb” and Praxedes “Sadie” (Brzezinski) Joynt.
Herb...
John "Jack" Kenneth Adams
Nov 24, 2025
John Kenneth Adams, 96, of Kalamazoo, passed away peacefully on November 24, 2025, just two weeks before his 97th birthday.
Born December 9, 1928, John spent more than three decades as a beloved school counselor with Kalamazoo Public Schools, guiding generations of students with his calm wisdom, patience, and genuine care.
John was predeceased by his first wife, Margaret Burns Adams, with...
Gordon Willis
Nov 24, 2025
Gordon Dale Willis of Portage, MI, passed away on November 24, 2025, just four days shy of his 95th birthday. He was born during the Great Depression on November 28, 1930, in Cadillac, Michigan, the son of Ross and Charlotte (Husted) Willis.
From a young age, Gordon possessed a spirited, outgoing nature that made him beloved in his community. At Cadillac...
Ronald Czochara
Nov 23, 2025
Ronald Czochara, 73, passed away on November 23, 2025. He is preceded in death by his wife, Luane; his parents, Adam and Emma; and his brothers, Kenny and Dennis.
Born in 1952 in Chicago’s West Lawndale (Little Village) neighborhood, Ron spent his childhood in a three-flat shared with a lively extended family and his beloved grandmother, Emily Hanzl. He attended St....
Susan Noble
Nov 23, 2025
Susan Kay (Anderson) Noble, of Vicksburg, MI, passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 23, 2025, at the remarkable age of 98. She was born on November 1, 1927, in Grand Rapids, MI, the daughter of Leo and Vivian (Tinney) Anderson.
During her time at Western Michigan University, Susan met the love of her life, Swift Noble. They married in 1950 and...
William Sonnycalf
Nov 21, 2025
William (Bill) Sonnycalf, born on March 22, 1942, in Cincinnati, Ohio, passed away on November 21, 2025, in Homosassa, Florida, at the age of 83.
Bill was a proud veteran who served our country in the United States Army.
He is remembered by his loving partner, Marabeth Maupin; his daughter, Danielle and son-in-law Joe, four granddaughters: Maddy, Emma, Ava and Sofia; sister...
Judith Rae Genovese
Nov 21, 2025
Judith Rae (Botting) Genovese, of Scotts, Michigan, passed away peacefully on November 21, 2025. She was born in Dayton, Ohio, in 1944 and lived a life defined by kindness, dedication, and an unwavering love for others.
Judy was preceded in death by her parents, Ray and Faye Botting. She is survived by her devoted husband, Albert Genovese; her sister, Patty (Botting)...
June Greenwood
Nov 21, 2025
June Audrey Greenwood (Copeland) passed away with family by her side on November 21, 2025, leaving a profound and irreplaceable void in the hearts of all who loved her. June was born on June 17, 1940, in Kalamazoo, Michigan to Harold and Audrey (Argersinger) Getz.
June was known for making beautiful Quilts. She was an avid sewer. Above all, she had...
Dorothy Ward
Nov 19, 2025
Dorothy Mildred (Dentler) Ward of Vicksburg, MI passed away on Tuesday, November 19, 2025, at the remarkable age of 96. Born on November 27, 1928, in Parkville, MI, she was the daughter of Ralph and Jessie (Dee) Dentler and one of eight children in a lively, close-knit family. From a young age, Dorothy developed a deep appreciation for the outdoors-a...
Tracy Jenkins
Nov 18, 2025
Tracy Lynn Jenkins passed away unexpectedly on November 18, 2025, leaving a profound and irreplaceable void in the hearts of all who loved her. Tracy was born on July 10, 1972, in Battle Creek, Michigan.
Tracy was known above all for her deep and unwavering love for her family. She is survived by her husband, Michael, and her children: Reese and...
Nathaniel "Nate" Smith
Nov 17, 2025
Nathaniel "Nate" Marshall Smith, age 18, passed away suddenly on Monday, November 17, 2025. He was born on June 29, 2007, in Kalamazoo, MI, the son of Benjamin Smith and Tracie Lazarus.
Nate was a bright, gentle soul whose passions and talents made a lasting impact on everyone who knew him. He had an extraordinary gift for music and could play...
Carl Frederick
Nov 15, 2025
Carl Gene Frederick passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 15, 2025, after a long and courageous journey with Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease (CMT), a form of Muscular Dystrophy he was diagnosed with at age 32. His strength, optimism, and unwavering spirit remained constant throughout his life.
Carl was born in Hackleburg, Alabama, on September 6, 1942. At the age of four, his family...
Grace Stewart
Nov 13, 2025
Grace Elina (Ruedger) Stewart was born July 20, 1989, in Grand Rapids, MI to Stephen and Christine (Jackson) Ruedger. As a child she enjoyed camping and spending time with grandparents and friends. Her friend Megan (Hibma) Weekley was a frequent addition to family adventures that continues even now.
In her teens she developed a love for photography which she carried throughout...
Betty Storteboom
Nov 12, 2025
Betty Fern Storteboom, a beloved mother, grandmother, and fiercely dedicated professional, passed away peacefully on November 12, 2025, at the age of 86, in Kalamazoo, Michigan.
Born on April 21, 1939, Betty grew up in a vibrant household as one of twelve children, a fact that surely contributed to her lifelong love of company. She was a proud graduate of Kalamazoo...
Joan Marie Beattie
Nov 11, 2025
Joan Marie Beattie April 18, 1939 – November 11, 2025
With grace and peace, Joan Marie Beattie, age 86, of Lawton, Michigan, passed away on November 11, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of kindness, loyalty, and quiet strength.
Born on April 18, 1939, in Hartford, Michigan, Joan was the cherished daughter of Stanley Ivan Briggs and Florence Ruth (Frye) Briggs. She grew...
Carl Michael Wyman
Nov 9, 2025
It is with deepest sorrow, that we announce the passing of Carl Michael Wyman. Born in 1957. Michael left us at the age of 67 years old on November 9, 2025.
A man who was known for a “heart of gold”, who touched many lives with his kindness, generosity, humor, and deep devotion to his family and friends. Michael enjoyed fishing,...
Porter "Cleve" Cleveland Carter
Nov 9, 2025
Porter "Cleve" Cleveland Carter, of Portage passed away on Sunday, November 9, 2025, at the age of 77. He was born on August 6, 1948, in Murfreesboro, Tennessee. Porter was the son of Aubrey and Louise (Summus) Carter.
Cleve's journey from those cherished roots in Tennessee to a noteworthy career as a truck driver is a testament to his enduring spirit...
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