Obituaries
Cathoriene Lou Cummins
Aug 23, 2023
Cathoriene Lou Cummins went to be with the lord on Wednesday, August 23, 2023. She was born on July 21, 1931 in St Johns, Michigan. Daughter of Harold and Audrey (Argersinger) Getz. She was a life-long seamstress. On June 9, 1951, Rene was united in marriage to Gilbert Cummins. She was a loving and devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. Surviving...
Ginger May VanDeLaare
Aug 22, 2023
Our family is heartbroken to announce the death of our mother, Ginger (Virginia) May VanDeLaare 86 of Kalamazoo on August 22, 2023 after a sudden, brief and unexpected medical illness. Her children were all gathered by her side to comfort her in her last moments. She expressed feeling peace, knowing that the Lord was ready to bring her to Heaven.
Born...
Donald Lee Tinkey
Aug 18, 2023
On August 18, 2023, Donald L. Tinkey accepted a new adventure, he is now towing the stars and clouds of our lives. Donald Lee Tinkey was born April 25th, 1969 to Richard L.and Mary L. (Hunt) Tinkey.
He resided in the Kalamazoo area for most of his life. He worked for over 30 years as a tow truck driver at...
Evelyn Ann Brockway
Aug 17, 2023
Evelyn Ann Brockway, 84, Kalamazoo, formerly of Vicksburg, passed away peaceably on August 17 at the Alamo Nursing Home. She was born May 13, 1939 in Valparaiso, IN, the daughter of LeRoy and Margaret (Wayne) Manning.
She attended Valparaiso High School and moved to Kalamazoo in 1968 where she met and married the love of her life, Carlton Brockway. ...
Robert Maurice Graves III
Aug 15, 2023
Robert Maurice Graves III passed away on August 15, 2023. He was born on November 30,1982, to Robert Graves II and Donna (Pierce) Graves.
Robert is survived by his father and his stepfather: Joseph Medina; his children: Sage Graves,Robert Graves IV, and Ramses Graves; his sister Rebecca (Matthew Kendall) Graves; his brotherJustin (Marissa) Graves and his nephews Gage Wilson and...
Edythe Marian Snow
Aug 15, 2023
Edythe Marian Snow
1928-2023
KALAMAZOO – Edythe Marian Snow, 95, passed away peacefully on August 15, 2023, in Kalamazoo, Michigan. She was born on June 26, 1928, in Essexville, Michigan, to the late Burch Holmes and Marian L. Enszer.
Edythe, also known as Grandma and Aunt Edie, was a kind-hearted and fun-loving individual who always had a smile on her...
Phyllis Wesler Long Hicks
Aug 14, 2023
Phyllis Wesler Long Hicks passed away in the late evening of August 14, 2023, during a short stay at Borgess Hospital. She was 103 years old.
Phyllis was born to Jacob and Gladys Wesler at the family farmhouse in Pine Grove Township, Michigan on January 12, 1920. Phyllis married Elbert (Bert) Long in 1939 and together they had three children....
Robert Eugene Beals
Aug 14, 2023
Robert Eugene Beals, age 86, resident of Shelbyville Michigan peacefully passed away of heart failure in his home on August 14, 2023. Born November 10, 1936, to Thelma (Rash) and Ernie Beals. Bob, as he is known by family and friends, grew up near Muskegon Michigan and was preceded in death by his parents, five brothers, Steve (Peggy), Clarence (JoAnne),...
William "Butch" John Apted Jr.
Aug 13, 2023
William “Butch” John Apted, Jr. September 15, 1950 ~ August 13, 2023 William “Butch” John Apted, Jr., 72 of Marcellus passed away Sunday, August 13, 2023 at home. Cremation has taken place. Memorial donations may be directed to the Marcellus Fire Department. Online condolences may be left at www.materralstonfuneralhome.com .
Marilyn Jane Woodworth
Aug 13, 2023
Marilyn Jane Woodworth, of Battle Creek, passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 13, 2023, at the age of 90. Marilyn was born October 7, 1932, in Martin, Michigan, the daughter of Henry and Mary (Knol) DeBruin.
She graduated from Martin High School with the class of 1951. When Marilyn was young, she was the MVP Basketball player on the...
Mark Lambert Jager
Aug 10, 2023
Mark Lambert Jager, 62, of Shelbyville, MI, passed away on August 10, 2023. Born on January 14, 1961, in Frankfort, Germany, Mark was a hardworking and dependable individual who was loved by all who knew him. He was a highly skilled Master Automotive Mechanic, dedicating most of his years to working with various automotive companies before venturing out to...
Harry Browne
Aug 8, 2023
Harry Charles Browne
Harry Browne, known as Charlie Browne to most of his many friends, passed away in Kalamazoo on August 8, 2023. Harry was born in Illinois to Harry and MaryLou (Porter) Browne on July 30, 1953.
Harry was an Eagle Scout, a graduate of Hackett High School, and eventually embarked upon a career in automotive repair, achieving the...
Samuel Henry Adams
Aug 8, 2023
Samuel Henry Adams passed away on August 8, 2023, while under the care of the Wings of Hope Hospice, Allegan, Michigan. He was born in Kalamazoo on June 23,1928, and attended Kalamazoo Central High School. He was a union bricklayer by profession; & at age 18, he enlisted in the Army. After basic training, he was sent to Japan...
Evon Marie (Prentice) Fleckenstein
Aug 8, 2023
Evon Marie Fleckenstein of Vicksburg passed away on Tuesday, August 8, 2023 at the age of 82. Evon was born on April 1, 1941 in Battle Creek. She was the daughter of Hubert and Lydia (VanOverloop) Prentice. She graduated from Mattawan High School with the Class of 1959. Interesting fact about Evon: at one time, she was a ball...
Dennis Daacon
Aug 7, 2023
Dennis Daacon, known affectionately by his friends as "Kingpin," "Slick," and "Leader of the People," peacefully passed away at Kairos Dwelling in Kalamazoo on Monday, August 7, 2023. Born in Wisconsin to John and Delores Daacon, Dennis brought a unique vibrancy to every corner of his life.
He embarked on his journey through East Lombard High School, graduating in 1972,...
Duane Arthur Avard
Aug 5, 2023
Duane A. Avard, a pillar of strength and love, entered this world on April 30, 1933, and departed on August 5, 2023, leaving behind a legacy that will forever remain etched in the hearts of those who had the privilege of knowing him.
Born to Harold and Ethel Avard, Duane's journey through life was one of determination and purpose. Educated...
Carol Jeane Bainbridge
Aug 3, 2023
Carol Jeane McKenzie Bainbridge September 3, 1923 ~ August 3, 2023 Carol Jeane McKenzie Bainbridge of Marcellus, Michigan passed away on August 3, 2023 at the age of 99. She was born in Marcellus, Michigan on September 3, 1923, the daughter of Howard McKenzie and Beulah Bell (Stanard) McKenzie. On January 22, 1943, in Wakelee, MI she married Robert (Bob)...
Joel MacLean Smola
Aug 2, 2023
Joel MacLean Smola, a courageous soul who touched the lives of many, lost his long and brave battle with Common Variable Immune Deficiency (CVID) on August 2nd, 2023, at U of M Hospital. Surrounded by his loving family and cherished friends, he peacefully passed away, leaving behind a legacy of strength and resilience.
Born in Kalamazoo, MI, on April 16th,...
Robert "Bob" A. Pullano
Aug 2, 2023
Robert “Bob” Anthony Pullano of Portage, MI, a loving husband, father of five, grandfather of 10, and great grandfather of 12 passed away on Wednesday, August 2, 2023, at the age of 81. He was born in St. Joseph, MI and attended St. John's Catholic School, he graduated from St. Joseph High School in 1959. He was united in holy...
Steven Jacob Edwin Giem
Aug 1, 2023
Steven Jacob Edwin Giem went home to his Lord and Savior August 1, 2023. He was Born Wednesday, May 29, 2002 in Kalamazoo, MI. His mother Nickole was instantly enamored with her baby boy.
He attended Vicksburg Community Schools and was always mechanically inclined. Being forever curious he was driven to know how things worked. It is very fitting he...
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