Obituaries
Nita Fowler
Sep 24, 2023
Evelyn Juanita "Nita" Fowler, of Kalamazoo, passed away on Sunday, September 24, 2023 at the age of 97. Nita was born on March 26, 1926 in South Boston, VA where she grew up.
Nita played tennis throughout her growing up years with her older sister, Agnes, and brother, William “Butch” Snead, Jr. Tennis became one of Nita’s life-long passions, both...
Judith Eikum
Sep 23, 2023
Judy (Ferris) Eikum Judith (Judy or “Hazel”) Ferris Eikum died on Sept. 23, 2023 at Rose Arbor Place Hospice due to complications from a fall. She was born Feb. 5, 1942, in Kalamazoo, Michigan, a daughter of Loyal T. and Evelyn M. Ferris (Mohney)-Founders of the Beacon Club. She graduated from Kalamazoo Central High School in 1960. Judy was employed...
Karen M. Korakas
Sep 22, 2023
Karen M. Korakas, a beloved member of the community, passed away on September 22, 2023, in Battle Creek, MI. She was born on October 10, 1951, in Toledo, OH, to her loving parents Gus and Alice Korakas.Karen had a vibrant personality that touched the lives of all who knew her. Her family describes her as funny, happy, family-oriented, quick-witted, and...
Mary Wright
Sep 20, 2023
Our beloved sister, Mary Tom Wright, passed away in South Haven, MI on September 20th. She was the daughter of Frederick and Eleanor Tom Wright. Mary was born on March 30, 1951 in Sunnyvale, California. Mary is remembered for her great sense of humor, quick wit, feisty personality, her love for her pets, and her devotion to family. She...
Jim Putman
Sep 19, 2023
James H Putman went to be with his Lord and Savior September 19, 2023 in Portage, MI.
Jim was born on July 17, 1944 to Glenn and Helen Putman. Jim was a hard worker who held many jobs in his lifetime. He worked at Bill Knapps restaurant as a busboy, Jolly Kids, and also at Kalamazoo Sled when...
John William Reynolds
Sep 16, 2023
John William Reynolds, a beloved member of the Alma, Michigan community, passed away on September 16, 2023, in Kalamazoo, MI. He was born on November 6, 1947. John led a fulfilling life filled with love, laughter, and cherished memories.After graduating from Alma High School in 1966, John started his career at Detrioter Mobile Home manufacturing. However, it was at Alma...
David Lee LaFountain
Sep 15, 2023
David Lee LaFountain went to be with the lord on September 15th, 2023 at the age of 56. He passed peacefully at his home in Gobles where he resided with his children and grandchildren. David was born on September 13, 1967 to Patsy & Donald LaFountain. David spent the majority of his life in Otsego, MI where he attended school....
Darrell Rasmussen
Sep 15, 2023
Darrell Rasmussen, a beloved member of the community, went to be with the Lord on September 15, 2023, at his home. He was born on October 12, 1962, in Las Vegas, NV. Darrell was an outgoing and spontaneous individual who knew everyone by name and brought life to any gathering. His generous heart and willingness to go above and beyond...
Craig A. Baker
Sep 12, 2023
Craig A. Baker, a dedicated individual who worked in the food processing industry for over 35 years, has passed away at the age of 59. Throughout his career, Craig was well-known for his unwavering loyalty and commitment to his employers. His strong work ethic and dedication left a lasting impact on all those he worked with.Born on June 17, 1964,...
Betty Elaine Shearer
Sep 12, 2023
Betty Elaine Shearer, a beloved resident of Vicksburg, MI, peacefully passed away on Tuesday, September 12, 2023, at the age of 92. She was born on May 21, 1931, in Alamo, MI, to Oscar and Opal (Hamlin) Allison.
Betty's journey in life was marked by numerous achievements and cherished moments. She graduated from Vicksburg High School in 1949 and...
Wayne Carl Watts
Sep 11, 2023
Wayne Carl Watts of Plainwell, MI passed away peacefully surrounded by friends and family on Monday, September 11, 2023. He was born in Kalamazoo, MI on September 21,1954, the son of Carl and Doris Watts.
Visit with family and friends on Thursday, September 14 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. and on Friday, September 15 from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00...
Susan Marie Sabin
Sep 10, 2023
Susan Marie Sabin peacefully passed away September 10, 2023. Susan was born March 3, 1945 to Herbert & June Potter of Vicksburg. She joined her sisters Judy & Joyce. She loved the Lord with all her heart. She was a member of Chapman Memorial Church of the Nazarene. She loved greeting at the doors and church and always had a...
Robert "Bob" J. Norcross
Sep 10, 2023
On Sunday morning, September 10, 2023, Bob Norcross entered into his heavenly home to be with his Savior at the age of 90. Bob was born in Kalamazoo to Frank and Iva Baxter on May 31, 1933, however, he lost his father at a very young age. His mother married George Arthur Norcross a few years later who adopted Bob...
Jerry Kuiper
Sep 8, 2023
Jerry Kuiper went home to be with the Lord on September 8, 2023, at the age of 99. He was the son of Henry and Antje (Sportel) Kuiper and had 14 siblings. Jerry was born in Portage, MI on October 6, 1923, and had lived there for most of his life. Jerry was a World War II veteran. He retired...
Mary Ann Byers
Sep 3, 2023
Mary Ann Byers passed away September 3rd, 2023 at her home in Vicksburg, MI with her family by her side. Mary Ann was born October 2, 1942 to Victor and Maxine (Castor) Campbell. She was preceded in death by her mother and father and her son Christopher Byers. She leaves behind her spouse Woody Byers of Vicksburg, a son Steven...
Dustin J. Strayer
Sep 2, 2023
Dustin J. Strayer, of Dowagiac, MI, passed away on September 2, 2023 after a long time illness. Dustin was born on June 24, 1969, the son of Howard and Clarice (Vining) Strayer.
Dustin was a 1988 Centreville High school graduate. He recently moved to Michigan after living the past 35 years in California. He spent 8 years in the Marine...
John D. Ralston
Aug 31, 2023
John D. Ralston, age 59, of Marcellus, MI formerly of Jenison, MI passed away Thursday, August 31, 2023. John was born February 7, 1964 in Elgin, IL to Robert H. and Leota Corinne (Shockley). He graduated from Berrien Springs High School and Simmons Institute of Funeral Service. John’s goal in life was to help other people through difficult times and...
Toni L. Gard
Aug 29, 2023
Toni Lorene Gard, 73, of Jones, Michigan, passed away Tuesday, August 29, 2023 at home in the comfort of her family’s presence. Her life began September 24, 1949 in Baltimore, Maryland, one of five children born to Anthony Majka and Doris Elizabeth (Hopkins) Majka. She married Kenneth Edgar Gard, Jr. May 18, 1968 in Glen Burnie, Maryland. Toni was a...
Gloria Jeanne Senne
Aug 26, 2023
Gloria Jeanne Senne passed away early Saturday morning, August 26 at the age of 96 years. She was born in Kalamazoo on June 9, 1927. Gloria was preceded in death by her parents Harry W. Gray and Eva (Sizer) Gray, and her stepmother Martha Gray. Also preceding her were her husband, Frank, who died in 2016 after 68 years of...
Thomas Owen Meyers
Aug 24, 2023
A CELEBRATION OF LIFE is set to take place on Saturday, February 24th at the Fraternal Order of the Eagles, located at 11611 Shaver Rd. in Schoolcraft from 11:30am - 3:30pm.
Thomas Owen Meyers, the only son born to Kenneth and Eva (Blink (nee Pincomb)) Meyers on November 9th, 1951, peacefully left this world, on August 24th, 2023.
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