Obituaries

Nov 4, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Kathryn Anne Huffman (nee Wilson), age 65. 

Kathy is a best friend, mother, mamaw, GG, sister, aunt and a kind soul to all who she came into contact with, including her "fur-babies". Her love of animals, reading and watching TV especially anything Miss Marple, fishing, and the love for her family...

Nov 3, 2025

Paul Eugene Cutler of Kalamazoo went to be with the Lord on Monday, November 3, 2025. Paul was born on September 14, 1956, in Kalamazoo. He is the son of John and Marlene (Shipman) Cutler. He grew up in Plainwell, and he was a resident student at the Michigan State School for the Blind in Lansing. He graduated in 1978.

Paul...

Nov 3, 2025

Richard “Dick” Andrews of Plainwell went to be with the Lord on Monday, November 3, 2025. Dick was born on February 15, 1947, in Plainwell. He was the son of the late Carlton and Fannie (Brown) Andrews. He grew up in Plainwell and graduated from Plainwell High School in 1965.

Dick leaves behind a legacy marked by love, service, and good...

Nov 2, 2025

Betty Jean Mudget, age 80, of Kalamazoo, Michigan, passed away peacefully on November 2nd, 2025. Betty was born March 23rd, 1945, in Carlisle, Ohio, to William and Martha Cramer. During her youth, she enjoyed roller skating and playing with the neighborhood kids, one of whom she would end up marrying. She graduated from Carlisle high school in 1963.

In 1962, Betty...

Nov 1, 2025

Karl William Melching, of Vicksburg, passed away on Saturday, November 1, 2025 at the age of 62. He was born on July 20th, 1963, in Kalamazoo. He was the son of Carl W. Melching and Darlene M. (Carlson) Melching. After attending Vicksburg High School, Karl became a Union Carpenter and worked in the area for many years.

Karl is survived by...

Oct 31, 2025

Jane Ellen Gaylor, born October 1, 1945, in Winchester, IN, as Jane Ellen Reitenour, passed away peacefully on October 31, 2025 surrounded by her loved ones.

Known affectionately by most as “Baby Grandma,” a nickname lovingly given to her by one of her great-grandchildren because she was “so little.” Jane brought joy, laughter, and warmth to everyone who knew her.

Jane was...

Oct 30, 2025

Victor Christian Schroeder, Jr. was born June 13, 1928, to Garnette and Victor Schroeder, Sr. in Cleveland, Ohio. He married Naomi Carolyn Lutz in 1949, and they enjoyed 73 years of marriage together filled with laughter, fun, and adventure. 

Vic attended Ohio State University and received a mechanical engineering degree from 

Cleveland State University. He was a licensed professional Engineer in Michigan and Ohio. 

While...

Oct 28, 2025

Ryan Lee Whitney of Plainwell passed away on Tuesday, October 28, 2025. Ryan was born on July 24, 1981, in Kalamazoo, Michigan. He is the son of Rebecca Presti and Ronald Whitney. He grew up in Kalamazoo and graduated from High School in 1999.

Ryan leaves behind a legacy marked by love, strength, and good humor. He enjoyed working with his...

Oct 25, 2025

Patsy Lou (Richer) LaScala, 92, passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 25th 2025 in Kalamazoo, MI. She was born on October 30th,1932 in Grand Rapids Michigan to the late Geneva and Fenton Richer.

Patsy graduated from Kalamazoo Central High School in 1951 and attended Kalamazoo Valley Community College. She was a switchboard operator at Upjohn, then went on to work at...

Oct 24, 2025

Anthony "Tony" Lester Blodgett, age 59, of Kalamazoo, MI, passed away peacefully on October 24, 2025. He was born on October 17, 1966, in Kalamazoo, the son of Andrew and Joyce (Ryskamp) Blodgett.

On January 16, 1996, Tony married the love of his life, Kristy Brown, in Las Vegas, Nevada. Together they built a beautiful life and raised two wonderful children,...

Oct 23, 2025

Lisa Ann (Herrick) Agate, age 65, of Kalamazoo, MI, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on October 23, 2025. She was born on March 21, 1960, in Madrid, Spain, to Thomas Herrick and Mary Dietrich. Lisa spent her early childhood in Guam before moving back to the United States. While her father served in the Air Force, the family lived...

Oct 23, 2025

Tracey Ann Sulka, 58, of Augusta MI, was called home on October 23, 2025 after a diagnosis of Stage IV cancer earlier in the month. She was surrounded by her husband and siblings at the time of her passing.

Tracey was born on July 2, 1967 to Garry and Patricia Kortz in Grand Rapids, MI, and lived in Bellevue, IL;...

Oct 21, 2025

Sharon Ann Zinser, passed away on Tuesday, October 21, 2025, at the age of 73. She was born on May 31, 1952, in the Detroit, MI area. She was the daughter of Edward and Gladys (Reynaud) Czech. She is remembered as a devoted wife, mother, and active community member whose warmth and generosity touched the hearts of many.

She graduated from...

Oct 20, 2025

With heavy hearts, we honor and celebrate the life of Chad Everett Kelly, age 54, of Plainwell, Michigan. Born on December 30, 1970, in Honolulu, Hawaii, to Terrence Kelly and Betty Kelly, Chad passed away peacefully on October 20, 2025, leaving behind a lifetime filled with love, laughter, and creativity. Chad's early years were shaped by his family's life of travel...

Oct 20, 2025

Oct 19, 2025

 Molly Emma Gould, 73, of Portage, MI, passed away on October 19, 2025, of breast cancer surrounded by family. Molly was born August 26, 1952, in Owosso, MI, the daughter of Mary Emma Hendry (Beattie) and stepfather Rader Hendry.

Molly graduated from Ashley High School in 1970, then went on to college, earning a bachelor’s degree at Western Michigan University.

Molly worked...

Oct 18, 2025

In Loving Memory of Roland Duane Predum

Roland Duane Predum, who went by the name Ron, was born on October 21, 1935, and passed away peacefully at his home on Saturday, October 18, 2025. He was a longtime resident of Plainwell, Michigan.

A Life Well Lived

Ron had a deep appreciation for the outdoors, and his love for nature was evident in the...

Oct 18, 2025

Gerald E. Sell, II of Portage passed away on Saturday, October 18, 2025 at the age of 64. He was born in Kalamazoo, MI on March 22, 1961. Gerald was the son of Gerald and Merle Lucille (Boyd) Sell. 

A complete obituary is in the process of being written. 

While at www.amsfuneralhomes.com please take time to sign his guestbook and/or share your...

Oct 18, 2025

John Henry Tucker, of Plainwell and formerly of Kalamazoo passed away on Saturday, October 18, 2025, at the age of 80.He was born on June 19, 1945, on the west side of Chicago, IL He leaves behind a legacy marked by compassion and dedication in both his personal life and his career.

For over 20 years, John dedicated himself to the...

Oct 16, 2025

John "Johnnie" Paul Boysen, 47, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, October 16, 2025. Born on June 30, 1978, in Plainwell, MI, to Paul and Peggy (Hayes) Boysen, Johnnie grew up surrounded by family, friends, and a deep love for the outdoors that would stay with him throughout his life.

For the past thirteen years, Johnnie worked at West Michigan Scales...