Mary Ann Adams
Sep 26, 2024
Mary Ann Adams passed away on September 26, 2024, while under the care of the Wings of Hope Hospice, Allegan, Michigan. She was born in Chicago, Illinois, and graduated from Kalamazoo Central High School. She was a legal secretary for Ryan and Ryan Law. Prior to this, she worked at The Nuthouse in downtown Kalamazoo, Michigan, where she met and...
Andrew Joseph Harma, Sr.
Sep 25, 2024
Andrew Joseph Harma, Sr., of Delton passed away on September 25, 2024, at the age of 82. He was born on March 28, 1942, in Sault Ste. Marie, MI, and was the son of Wayne and Mary (Tavern) Harma. Andy was not only known for his professional achievements but also cherished for his vibrant personality and the countless memories he...
John Bierema
Sep 25, 2024
John Edso Bierema, of Plainwell passed away on September 25, 2024, at Park Village Pines in Kalamazoo, at the age of 94. He resided at Park Village Pines under their great care for the past two years.
Over the years John had served his Lord and Savior as an elder, both as Sunday School teacher and superintendent, and evangelism committee member....
Merle Leister
Sep 24, 2024
Merle Ruth Leister of White Pigeon, Michigan passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Tuesday, September 24, 2024 at the age of 86.
Merle was born in Stoughton, Saskatchewan, Canada to William and Ivah (Cody) Brewer on April 11, 1938.
Merle and Larry were married on January 11, 1963. She and Larry enjoyed traveling and trips to the casino, and spending...
Marella Norman
Sep 24, 2024
Marella Jean (Clawson) Norman, of Plainwell, MI, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 24, 2024, in Allegan, MI, at the age of 91. Born on August 8, 1933, in Hopkins, MI, to Grover and Florence Clawson, Marella was raised with strong family values and a love for education.
A graduate of Hopkins High School, class of 1950, Marella went on to...
Hubert Campbell
Sep 21, 2024
Hubert "Herb" Henry Campbell, age 95, passed away on Saturday, September 21, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of hard work, kindness, and dedication to his family and community. Born on February 2, 1929, in Linton, Indiana, Hubert was the son of Cortlon "Cortland" and Mary Campbell. After the passing of his mother, he was lovingly raised by his grandparents, Max...
Bonnie Simmons
Sep 21, 2024
Bonnie Rose Simmons, aka “Far Away Gramma”, age 76, passed away with her children by her side on September 21, 2024, in Kalamazoo, Michigan. Born on June 23, 1948, in Plainwell, Michigan to Clarence and Mary (Pavlak) Orr of Martin, Michigan, Bonnie was a beacon of kindness and generosity, known for her unwavering, selfless devotion to her family and friends....
Beverly Springer
Sep 15, 2024
Beverly Springer, of Kalamazoo, MI, passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 15, 2024, at the age of 56. Beverly was born in Kalamazoo, MI, on February 19, 1968, to Jerry and Elizabeth (Watson) Springer.
Bev is survived by her sister: Barb (Scott) Uildriks; her nephews: Brandon Uildriks, Justin Uildriks, her niece Chelsea Uildriks as well as five great nieces and nephews....
Vernon Duane Noel
Sep 14, 2024
Vernon Duane Noel, a beloved member of the Vicksburg community and a dedicated family man, passed away peacefully on September 14, 2024, at the age of 94. Born on March 31, 1930, in Vicksburg, Michigan, Vernon was the son of Virgil and Dorothy (Smith) Noel.
Vernon’s commitment to community and family was evident from an early age. He graduated from Vicksburg...
Lonnie Darrah
Sep 13, 2024
Lonnie Robert Darrah, a hardworking and stoic man, passed away on Friday, September 13, 2024, in Grand Rapids, MI. Born on June 18, 1970, in Emmetsburg, Iowa, to Robert and Lonna Darrah. Lonnie grew up on the family farm, where he developed a deep love for agriculture and farm equipment. From a young age, he became his family's mechanic, a...
Jerry Springer
Sep 13, 2024
Jerry Martin Springer, of Portage, MI, passed away peacefully on Friday, September 13, 2024, at the age of 86. Jerry was born in Dowagiac, MI, on November 13, 1937, to Clarence and Elizabeth Springer. He lived a life of service, love, and dedication, and his memory will be cherished by all who knew him.
Jerry proudly served in the United States...
Marie Jane Campbell
Sep 11, 2024
Passed away peacefully at her home in Constantine, Michigan, surrounded by loved ones.
She graduated from Mendon High School and retired from Kalamazoo Gazette Rural Delivery for the southern part of St. Joseph County. Her greatest hobbies were keeping up with the current events, fishing and camping.
The surviving are spouse- Ralph Campbell, Son- Erik Water, Daughter- Amanda Campbell, Grandchildren- Tarl and...
Cindy Lou Leverich
Sep 9, 2024
Cindy Lou Leverich (Montague), aged 63, passed away on September 9, 2024, in Vicksburg, Michigan. Born on December 30, 1960, in Barstow, California, Cindy was a beacon of kindness and generosity, known for her unwavering devotion to her faith, family, and friends.Cindy graduated from Vicksburg High School and furthered her education at Baker College, where she nurtured her lifelong love...
Shirley White
Sep 9, 2024
Shirley Ann (Lane) White, age 80, passed away peacefully on Monday, September 9, 2024, in Kalamazoo, Michigan. Born at home in Lawrence, MI, on February 3, 1944, to Max Worthy and Irene June (Knapp) Lane, Shirley lived a life full of love, family, and community. She graduated from Lawrence High School in 1962 and married the love of her life,...
Royal Ranger
Sep 9, 2024
Royal Fern (Garrison) Ranger passed away on Monday, September 9, 2024, at the age of 84. Royal was born in Kalamazoo, MI on May 10, 1940, to Roy and Fern (Sherman) Garrison.
On June 25, 1960, Royal married the love of her life, Gene Douglas Ranger, who preceded her in death on November 4, 2023. Together they raised 4 children: Kayla...
Mark Daniel Weirick
Sep 8, 2024
Mark Daniel Weirick passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, September 8th at Bronson Methodist Hospital in Kalamazoo, Michigan after suffering a brain aneurysm. He was surrounded by his family when he passed. He was born on May 29th, 1961 in Kalamazoo to Daniel and Debi Weirick. Mark married Laura Cady on February 23rd, 1991, after meeting at McGonigles Restaurant and taking...
John Connell
Sep 5, 2024
John David Connell, born on November 12, 1976, in Hoffman Estates, IL, passed away on September 5, 2024, in Kalamazoo, MI. He was the beloved son of Frank Connell and DeLois McNew.
John attended Hoffman Estates High School and graduated in 1995. After graduation, he began his career as a claims adjuster. On September 21, 2002, John married Michelle Jackson...
Chad Overweg
Sep 1, 2024
Chad Overweg, a beloved son, husband, father, brother, and friend, passed away on September 1, 2024, in Kalamazoo, MI, leaving behind a legacy of hard work, love, and devotion that will be cherished by all who knew him. Born on February 7, 1975, in Vicksburg, MI, to Jerry Overweg and Karen Howard, Chad was a man whose roots ran deep...
Jeffrey Ladd
Aug 29, 2024
Jeffrey (Jeff) Dale Ladd of Schoolcraft, MI, age 57, passed away August 29, 2024, at Rose Arbor Place in Kalamazoo, MI. Jeff was born in Deckerville, MI to Dale and Dixie Ladd.
Jeff’s early years were spent helping his father on their farm with various livestock and participating in 4H. In high school, Jeff was President of Future Farmers of America...