Jerry Veld
Oct 1, 2019
Jerry passed away peacefully Tuesday, October 1st in his home with his wife and daughter by his side. He was preceded in death by his parents, Melvin and Marge Veld, sisters Darlene Robinson (Frank), Diane Ford (Don) Judi Tuin (Bill) and brother David Veld. Surviving is his wife, of 43 years Nancy Veld two daughters: Michelle (Michael) Soos and Annie...
Milford "Mel" Weinberg
Sep 30, 2019
Hardworking, generous, and kind, Milford "Mel" Weinberg lived his life centered in faith and family. A naturally humble man, Mel welcomed each day as a gift and each person as a friend. He was a devoted father, proud grandfather, and treasured friend who Mel embraced his roles with honor and unquestionable integrity, leading his family and community by example. While...
Thomas Krill
Sep 30, 2019
Thomas A. Krill, age 67, of Kalamazoo, MI passed away on the weekend of September 27, 2019 at his home in Schoolcraft. He was born September 22, 1952 in Kalamazoo, MI to Frederick and Doris (Haas) Krill. Tom was a 1971 graduate of Loy Norrix High School and had been a resident of the Kalamazoo area all his life. He...
Bernard A. "Scud" Deaton
Sep 29, 2019
Bernard “Scud” Deaton, of Cooper Twp, passed away on Sunday, September 29, 2019 at the age of 95. Bernard was born on March 4, 1924 in Otsego, MI. He was the son of Holden J. and Goldie P. (Leppen) Deaton. He graduated from Kalamazoo Central High School in the Class of 1942. Scud joined the family business H.J. Deaton &...
Jane Brown
Sep 29, 2019
Emma “Jane” Brown, age 101, passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 29, 2019. Born August 6, 1918 to Alfred and Annie (Corll) Porter. Jane is survived by her two sons: Roger (Dot) Brown and Gerald Brown; grandchildren: Mark, MaryAnn, Jeff, Tim, Larry, Ricky, Randy, Steve, Bryan, Sandra, Jayne, Suzan, Jason and their spouses; many great grandchildren; many great great grandchildren;...
Doran Elmer Wedge
Sep 29, 2019
Doran Elmer Wedge (92) passed away at home on Sunday, September 29, 2019. He was born in Allegan, Michigan on August 17, 1927, to Elmer and Audrey (Benedict) Wedge. He graduated from Allegan High School and worked with his father in the family business until enlisting in the U.S. Army, serving in Japan during WWII and was called back to...
Caryl Jeanne Miller
Sep 27, 2019
Caryl Jeanne Miller, of Schoolcraft passed away on Friday, September 27, 2019 at the age of 80. Caryl was born on March 26, 1939 in Three Rivers. She was the daughter of Ralph and Louise (Swem) Lillie. She was a graduate of Three Rivers High School and a member of the Class of 1957. On September 5, 1959 at Three...
William Holmes
Sep 25, 2019
William L. Holmes, II of Portage passed away Friday, September 27, 2019 at the age of 80. William was the son of Christen and Katherine (Close) Holmes, and born on September 28, 1938. The family was assisted by the Avink Funeral Home & Cremation Society, 129 S. Grand, Schoolcraft, MI (269-679-5622). www.avinkcremation.com
Carol E. Stewart
Sep 25, 2019
Carol Stewart, age 67, of Portage, went to be with the Lord on September 25, 2019. Carol was born on February 13, 1952 to George and Fran (Howard) Louthan. A graveside committal service will be held on Friday, October 4, 2019 at 11:00 at the Vicksburg Cemetery in Schoolcraft Township. Carol's family includes her daughter Nicole (Anthony) Calomeni; three grandchildren:...
Kay Moots Fisk
Sep 25, 2019
Kay Moots Fisk of Portage, Michigan died peacefully in her home September 25, 2019. Kay Fisk was born Marilyn Kay Moots on April 10, 1936 to Marvin and Enid Moots in the farmhouse of her maternal grandparents Clarence and Grace Maxwell, near Kirksville, Adair County, Missouri. At 11, she moved to a La Plata, where she graduated High School in...
Rolland Daniel Courtney
Sep 24, 2019
Rolland Daniel Courtney January 12, 1948 ~ September 24, 2019 Rolland Daniel Courtney, age 71, of Marcellus, passed away Monday, September 24, 2019 at home surrounded by family. Rolland was born in Kalamazoo, Michigan on January 12, 1948, the son of Rolland “Curly” John Courtney, Jr. and Ethel Zenzie (DeYoung) Courtney. On Sunday, June 24, 2012, Rolland married Ardith Kay...
Ronald Eugene VanDerMolen
Sep 24, 2019
Ronald Eugene VanDerMolen, age 61, of Kalamazoo, passed away on September 24, 2019. Ron was born on June 6, 1958 to Lawrence & Adelene (VanOosten) VanDerMolen. He graduated from Martin High School and attended Calvin College and KVCC. Ron is survived by his parents; three daughters: Brook (Joe) Connelly, Amanda (Will) Pearson and Chelsea (Drew) Bell; one Granddaughter Abi; two...
Ronald VanDerMolen
Sep 24, 2019
Ronald Eugene VanDerMolen, age 61, of Kalamazoo, passed away on September 24, 2019. Ron was born on June 6, 1958 to Lawrence & Adelene (VanOosten) VanDerMolen. He graduated from Martin High School and attended Calvin College and KVCC. Ron is survived by his parents; three daughters: Brook (Joe) Connelly, Amanda (Will) Pearson and Chelsea (Drew) Bell; one Granddaughter Abi; two...
Marilu McMurtrie
Sep 23, 2019
Marilu C. McMurtrie, of Plainwell passed away on Monday, September 23, 2019 at the age of 77. A private service will be held at a later date. Please visit Marilu's webpage at www.mcccowensecord.com where you can sign the guestbook, share a memory with the family, and get updated service information. The family is being assisted by the McCowen & Secord...
Gordon Lou Sutton
Sep 21, 2019
Gordon Lou Sutton, of Schoolcraft, MI passed away on September 21, 2019 at the age of 72. Gordon was born on September 11, 1947 in Kalamazoo, MI. He was the son of Garlef and Beryl (Prosser) Sutton. Gordon graduated from Mattawan High School in June 1966. He then joined the Army in November 1966 – November 1969. He is preceded...
Jerry Yoder
Sep 18, 2019
Jerry Yoder, of Vicksburg passed away on Wednesday, September 18, 2019 at the age of 79. Jerry was born on December 8, 1939 in Burne, Indiana and was the son of Aaron and Fern (Young) Yoder. He was a Vicksburg High School graduate from the Class of 1958. He married Rosemarie Powers on February 6, 1959. Jerry worked until his...
Thomas Holt
Sep 18, 2019
Thomas B. Holt, of Athens passed away on Wednesday, September 18, 2019 at the age of 68. Tom is the son of Theodore and Bernice (Weimer) Holt. Tom was a graduate of Vicksburg High School Class of 1969. After high school he served his country in the United States Army and was a Vietnam Veteran. He is described by his...
Eileen Goldberg
Sep 18, 2019
Eileen Margaret Goldberg, of Vicksburg passed away on Wednesday, September 18, 2019 at the age of 95 at The Laurels of Galesburg. Eileen was born on September 3, 1924 in Roseville, MI. She was the oldest of five children to Eddie and Martha Marshall. She met Harry Goldberg at Peniel Bible Institute in Stanton, KY. March of 1950 they eloped...
Evelyn Mabel Watson
Sep 17, 2019
Warm and loving Evelyn Mable Watson lived a life rich in family and friends. A feisty woman, Evelyn possessed a persevering spirit and a strong will. She met each day with a tenacious attitude recognizing the gifts in both the good times and the challenging. A devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, Evelyn was an inspiration to those she loved....
Patricia Anne Bristol
Sep 15, 2019
Patricia Anne Bristol March 26, 1931 ~ September 15, 2019 Patricia Anne Bristol, age 88, of Marcellus, passed away Sunday, September 15, 2019, at home surrounded by her family. Patricia was born in Medford, Wisconsin on March 26, 1931, the daughter of Albert Oliver and Elsi Mae (Green) Rogers. On June 7, 1952, she married Verlin “Shaky” George Bristol, in...