Dec 1, 2019

Sharon Joyce Swartz, age 77 of Marcellus, Michigan passed away Sunday, December 1, 2019 at in Dowagiac. She was born in Three Rivers, Michigan on September 8, 1942 the daughter of Lester LeRoy Tase and Frances Joyce (Stuebegen) Tase. On March 5, 1960, in Newburg, Michigan she married Wayne Kay Swartz who survives. Sharon was a factory worker but enjoyed...

Nov 30, 2019

James Knepp Bell, of Schoolcraft passed away on Saturday, November 30, 2019 at the age of 78. James was the son of Ramsay and Virginia (Knepp) Bell. He was born on November 3, 1941 in Washington, D.C. James graduated from Schoolcraft High School in 1959. After high school he attended Michigan State University for a short time, before coming home...

Nov 30, 2019

With a vibrant personality and a heart made of gold, Hisko Timmermans was a wonderful husband, father, and grandfather. He was a man of many special interests but it was evident in every way that his family meant the world to him. The more the merrier, as his heart was most content any time he was surrounded by his loved...

Nov 29, 2019

Muriel Mary Reva (nee Fagan) June 18, 1958 - November 29th, 2019 Of Mattawan, Michigan, (formerly of St. Joseph's, St. Mary's Bay, Newfoundland, and Calgary, Alberta) It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Muriel Reva surrounded by her loving family at the Kairos Place Hospice in Kalamazoo, Michigan, after a courageous battle with brain cancer. She...

Nov 29, 2019

Boyle, Madeline J. (Mullett) Madeline Jean Boyle, age 90, of Portage passed away on November 29, 2019. Madeline was born on April 6, 1929 in Jackson MI. She was the only child of Beulah and Gerald Mullett. She is survived by her two children, daughter Jeannie (John) Tange of Portage, MI and son Mathew (Carrie) Boyle of Portage, MI. Also...

Nov 28, 2019

With a life that spanned times of war and times of peace, times of plenty and times of want, Rolland “Stub” J. Westfall lived a life of purpose while holding his loved ones near. A longtime resident of the community he loved, he was social, outgoing, and a shining example of how a life is to be lived. There was...

Nov 25, 2019

Janet L. Swander, age 85, of Portage passed away on November 25, 2019. Janet was born on June 30, 1934 to Noble O. and Dorathya A. Keller. Following her wishes cremation has taken place. A memorial is being planned for a later date.

Nov 24, 2019

With a ready smile and a heart that knew no bounds, Peggy Ann (Munn) Guriel lived a life rich in family and friends. A devoted wife, mother, sister and friend, Peggy’s family was her greatest joy. Peggy was selfless, fun, positive, faithful and accepted Christ as her Lord and Savior. She met each day with gratitude and a deep desire...

Nov 23, 2019

Richard M. Huff (Dick), 91, of Allegan, passed away Saturday, November 23, 2019 at the Allegan County Medical Care Community, where has resided for over 8 years. He was born Jan. 2, 1928 in Detroit, MI. but lived in Allegan since early childhood. Dick graduated from Allegan High School in 1946, then earned a Bachelor’s degree in Economics from Kalamazoo...

Nov 22, 2019

Margaret "Ann" Middlebrooks-Ross, beloved wife, mom, daughter, sister, aunt, cousin and friend, went peacefully to be with her Lord & Savior and join her loved ones in her heavenly home on November 22, 2019, while surrounded by family and friends in her earthly home. Ann was born on October 10, 1945, to Bertha & Willie Middlebrooks, in Tupelo, Arkansas. She...

Nov 21, 2019

Eda Marie Evans, age 83, of Plainwell, went to be with the Lord on November 21, 2019. Eda Marie was born September 9, 1936 to Mack & Lula (Fugate) Messer. Following her wishes, cremation has taken place. Visit with family and friends at her memorial gathering on Sunday, November 24 from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the McCowen &...

Nov 21, 2019

Philip Chase, 96, of Northville, passed away peacefully on November 21, 2019. Philip was born November 28, 1922 to Cassalis and Ruth Chase. Philip is survived by his daughter; Margaret (Robert) McCulloch: grand children; Mark (Heather) Davis, Kathleen Davis (Mark Beazley): great grandchildren; Andrew Davis, Benjamin Davis – Beazley, and one more soon to arrive. Philip is preceeded in death...

Nov 21, 2019

CONNIE MARIE ARMSTRONG Connie Marie (Rizzo) Armstrong, Vicksburg, Michigan, age 78, passed away on Thursday, November 21, 2019. She was born January 20, 1941 in Kalamazoo, MI, the daughter of Peter Joseph and Mary (Millek) Rizzo and had been a lifelong resident of Kalamazoo and Vicksburg. Connie was preceded in death by her parents and her husband, Eugene Armstrong of...

Nov 19, 2019

June (Hazel) Crabtree passed away peacefully on November 19, 2019. June was born December 10, 1931 and is survived by her children Cindy Gardner (Foster), Phil Foster, and Amy Wiseman (Foster). June was a wonderful, generous mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. Interment is being planned for a later date in Leonidas, Michigan. The family is being assisted by Avink Funeral...

Nov 19, 2019

Nov 17, 2019

Earl Hunsaker of Royal Oak, passed away peacefully on November 17, 2019. Earl was born June 2, 1933, to Albert and Clara (Holton) Hunsaker of Monmouth, Illinois. Earl is survived by his nephews; Michael (Cheryl) Frommann, Richard Frommann and James (Melissa) Frommann; as well as eight great nieces and nephews and three great, great nephews. Earl is preceded in death...

Nov 16, 2019

Marilyn Jacobs passed away peacefully surrounded by her family after a brief illness on Saturday Nov 16th, 2019. Lyn was born in Pretoria, South Africa on Dec 30th, 1934. She married Alan Jacobs in Johannesburg on August 1st, 1959. They spent their first years of marriage in England where Marilyn worked as a Librarian while Alan completed his PH. D...

Nov 16, 2019

Burge, Donald G. “Don” Of Plainwell Donald G. Burge, age 91, of Plainwell passed away on Saturday, November 16, 2019. Don was born on December 15, 1927 in Kalamazoo, MI to Lyle & Gertrude (Kruizenga) Burge. Visit with family and friends on Thursday, November 21 from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at the First Congregational Church; 120 W. Morrell St....

Nov 15, 2019

A man of varied talents and interests, Daniel Ralph Ramlow did not stay in one place for long. Even though he never lived far from his little village of origin, he traveled broadly and appreciated seeing different parts of the world. He bravely hit restart on his career when many would have resigned themselves to stay put. In spite of...

Nov 15, 2019

Moon, Robert M. Battle Creek, MI Robert M. Moon, age 76, passed away peacefully on Friday, November 15, 2019. Bob was born on July 14, 1943 to Marshall D. & Alwilda F. (Housel) Moon. Visit with family and friends on Saturday, November 23 from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the McCowen & Secord Funeral Home Marshal & Gren Chapel:...