Obituaries

Jan 16, 2020

George W. Hodgman, Sr, of Vicksburg passed away on Thursday, January 16, 2020 at the age of 84. George was born on October 14, 1935 in Kalamazoo. He was the son of Albert and Ruth (Kaiser) Hodgman. On February 14, 1959 he married the love of his life, Margie Keyes. George’s family describes him as being selfless, caring and extremely...

Jan 15, 2020

Donald K. Cook, of Portage, passed away on Wednesday, January 15, 2020 at the age of 92. He was born in Moween, Pennsylvania January 21, 1927 to James & Mary (Vought) Cook. Don was a salesman at heart and worked in the food industry for over 30 years. He served in the US Navy in the Minesweeper Division in the...

Jan 15, 2020

Paul Moberly passed away peacefully at home on January 15, 2020. Paul was born August 4, 1939 to John and Pansy (Tipton) Moberly. Paul is survived by his wife; Jayne (Poolman) Moberly: faithful dog; Mabel: children; Carol (Hamid) Heidarisafa, Susan (Joe) Moberly-Hayes, Jeannette (Steve) Heath: grandchildren; Crystal (Jeffrey), Thomas, Mathew (Erin), Rebecca, Nicholas, Nathan, Daniel, Robert, Brianna, David, Lincoln (Amanda)...

Jan 15, 2020

Michael Dean Hadley was born to Dr. Alonzo L. Hadley and Hattie Evelyn Cunningham at Williamsport, IN Community Hospital on October 03, 1948. He left this earthly existence on January 15, 2020. In 1957, the family moved to Dowagiac, MI where his father opened a Chiropractic Office. Mike attended Dowagiac Union Schools to Graduation in 1967. After High School, he...

Jan 14, 2020

David Pugh, of Portage passed on Tuesday, January 14, 2020 at the age of 92. A complete obituary will follow. The family is being assisted by the Avink Funeral Home & Cremation, 129 S. Grand, Schoolcraft, MI 49087 269-679-5622.

Jan 14, 2020

Jamison Michael Van Zee was born on October 2, 2019 and passed away on January 14, 2020. Jamison Van Zee was a fighter, but after three months he graduated to a place with no suffering and a new body that works perfectly with his Lord and Savior in Heaven. His first words were in the presence of God. He leaves...

Jan 14, 2020

Patricia Jean Robinson, of Portage passed away on Tuesday, January 14, 2020 at the age of 84. A complete obituary will follow in the coming days. The family is being assisted by the Avink Funeral Home & Cremation Society, 129 S. Grand Schoolcraft, MI 49087 269-679-5622.

Jan 14, 2020

Donald Brent Burdick, age 72 of BELLEVUE, MI passed away Tuesday, January 14, 2020 at Bronson Battle Creek Hospital with his daughter Christine at his side. He was born November 11, 1947 at Leila Y. Post Montgomery Hospital in Battle Creek, Michigan to Donald Buell Burdick and Sonia (Horosko) Burdick. In 1965 he graduated from Oceanside High School in Oceanside,...

Jan 13, 2020

Dwight Grofvert, age 59, of Plainwell passed away on Monday, January 13, 2020. Dwight was born in Kalamazoo, MI on Sept. 16, 1960 to Donald & Evelyn Grofvert. Following his wishes, cremation has taken place.

Jan 12, 2020

Alberta Louise Badgley, age 91 of Three Rivers passed away Sunday, January 12, 2020 at Heartland Health Care Center. She was born in Mesick, Michigan on August 26, 1928 the daughter of Harold and Opal Mary (Eichhorn) Anderson. On April 26, 1945 she married Forest Eugene Badgley who preceded her in death. Alberta was a home maker, and a saleswoman...

Jan 12, 2020

Nathan F. Siegfried, of Kalamazoo passed unto the Lord, on Sunday, January 12, 2020 at the age of 30. Nathan came into this earthly world on June 29, 1989. With mom and dad busting and brother and sister amazed. Amanda, his sister, took to him right away and almost treated him like her best doll. As a normal baby he...

Jan 12, 2020

Gerald Clugston, of Kalamazoo passed away on Sunday, January 12, 2020 at the age of 73. Born January 3, 1947 to Earl and Betty (Venhuis) Clugston. Cremation has taken place per Gerald's wishes. At this time no services are planned. The family is being assisted by the Avink Funeral Home & Cremation Society, 129 S. Grand, Schoolcraft, MI 49087 269-679-5622.

Jan 11, 2020

Sheryl Jean Aden Sheryl or Sherry (which she often went by) was the light of her family's life. She always put the needs of her family and friends first. She had the most unforgettable laugh that would inspire everyone around to enjoy the punchline as much as she did. However, she stated many times that her grandchildren gave her the...

Jan 11, 2020

Esther Mauchmar, age 88, of Watson Township, went to be with the Lord on January 11, 2020. Esther was born on March 9, 1931 to Walter & Marion (Page) Kent. Visit with her family and friends on Thursday, January 16 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the McCowen & Secord Funeral Home Marshall and Gren Chapel; 120 S. Woodhams...

Jan 9, 2020

Grace Rayman, of Vicksburg, passed away peacefully on January 9, 2020 surrounded by family. Grace was born December 2, 1923 to C.B. and Grace (Mendenhall) Patty. Grace is survived by her daughters; Barbara Townsend, Diane Ford, Joyce (Dave) Alling: grandchildren; Jon Townsend, Jill Townsend Palmer, Brian Ford, Stephanie Ford, Justin Weinberg, Julie Weinberg: great grandchildren; Hayden Palmer, Hannah Palmer, Blake...

Jan 9, 2020

Randy Harvey, age 75, of Plainwell, passed away on January 9, 2020. Randy was born on January 15, 1944 to Clair & Pauline Harvey. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, January 18th at 3 p.m. at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses 280 Starr Rd. in Plainwell. Randy’s family includes his wife of 56 years, Judy; his children:...

Jan 8, 2020

With a generous heart and unwavering integrity, Del "Dean" Forsythe lived a life rich in family and faith. Quiet and hardworking, Del was never one to demand the spotlight. With a humble sureness of himself and tremendous pride in those he loved, Del greeted each day as a gift and every person as a friend. His frank honesty and warm...

Jan 6, 2020

Jan 3, 2020

Fumie Oviatt, age 91, of Shelbyville, passed away on January 3, 2020. Fumie was born on June 6, 1928 in Nagasaki Japan to Otojiro & Shiohno (Matsumoto) Miyazaki. Fumie is the third youngest of seven children. A memorial service is being planned for the spring. Fumie’s family includes her children: Carol Akami (Jack II) Drummond and Chris (J.B Ingram) Oetman;...

Jan 3, 2020

Goldie Smith, age 86 beloved mother, grandmother and great grandmother passed away at home on January 3rd, 2020 surrounded by family and friends. She is now resting peacefully and is free of pain after an extended illness. Goldie was born in Hartford, Michigan on August 26, 1933. At age 8, she moved to Chicago, IL with her parents Steve and...