Oct 15, 2018

Wiley David Austin (a.ka. Bud and Dave) died October 15, 2018. He was born in Miami Oklahoma on September 25, 1940. After his father, Victor C. Austin, died in 1945, he moved with his mom, Ada Lucille (White) Austin, younger brother and three sisters to Michigan. It was not an easy life for his family without their father. After he...

Oct 14, 2018

Oct 12, 2018

Julie Ann McLoud-Keith, of Plainwell passed away on Friday, October 12, 2018 at the age of 52. Julie was the daughter of Murray and Patricia (White) McLoud and was born on September 21, 1966. She was a very loving wife, mother, grandmother that will help anyone. She worked for a short time for Wesco in Plainwell and Clark gas station...

Oct 12, 2018

Linda was born June 13, 1951, to John W. Leutzinger and Hessie Faye Packett Leutzinger. She graduated from Portage Northern High School in 1969 and from Western Michigan University in 1972. She received a Master of Arts Degree in English in 1994. She was employed at Borgess Medical Center, retiring in 2016. She also substitute taught in numerous area schools...

Oct 11, 2018

Bernadine "Sally" I. Inman, of Vicksburg passed away on October 11, 2018 at the age of 94. Sally was born March 9, 1924 in Kalamazoo. She was the daughter of James and Neta (Smith) Mears. She is described as strong-willed, a little feisty, and very independent. Sally enjoyed her walks and was known for walking six miles a day. Sally...

Oct 11, 2018

Michael Lewis Guess of Kalamazoo, MI passed away on Thursday, October 11, 2018 at the age of 61. Mike is survived by his wife: Joleen Guess; father: Ernest Guess; children: Samantha (Jeremy) Lee of North Liberty, IA, Alexa Hughes of Kalamazoo, Shawn Guess of Hickory Corners, Michael Guess of Kalamazoo, Lisa (Bryan) Geairn of Delton; and Kristi (Brett) Fender of...

Oct 9, 2018

After a heroic battle with cancer, Daniel Anthony Atiah (38) passed away surrounded by family, on October 9th, 2018. Born January 1, 1980 in Waltham, MA to Lori Bird (Stowe), the family soon moved to Kalamazoo, MI where Daniel was raised. He worked at Parker Hannifin as a lead injection molding set up and operator. He was an avid weight...

Oct 8, 2018

Firmly rooted in unwavering faith, David Claflin Sr. lived a life rich in family and service to others. With a dry wit and a love for tall tales, David listened with his heart and was a powerful stand for others' greatness. A devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend, David inspired many and will long live in the hearts and memories...

Oct 8, 2018

Loving, generous, and kind, Ella Browe lived a faith-centered life, rich in family and service to others. With unwavering integrity and boundless energy, Ella was beautiful inside and out. She absolutely radiated God's love to all and proved a powerful role model for all who were blessed to know her. A devoted wife, mother, and grandmother, and treasured friend, Ella...

Oct 7, 2018

Ronald Norland, of Plainwell passed away on Sunday, October 7, 2018 at the age of 83. Ron was born on July 16, 1935 and was the son of Neal and Heartha (Tvilling) Norland. Ron attended Highland Park High School. After high school he was a paratrooper in the United States Army and was stationed in Germany in the 1950's. He...

Oct 5, 2018

Oct 5, 2018

Lorin A. Bryer, of Scotts passed away on October 5, 2018 at the age of 96.Lorin was born on December 13, 1921 in Kalamazoo, MI. He was the son of Adolph and Ethyle (Leland) Bryer. On November 3, 1956 he married Mary Jean Austin. Lorin was a member of the St. Michael Lutheran Church. In his spare time, he enjoyed...

Oct 3, 2018

When reflecting on the life of Phillip Mott, it is easy to see his unwavering determination and his strong work ethic that was truly unmatched. He spent nearly his entire lifetime in the communities he loved, and through his hard work he was the sort of person everyone seemed to know. Phil was a straightforward guy who believed in being...

Oct 2, 2018

Sep 30, 2018

John Bevins, formerly of Plainwell, passed away suddenly in Tallahassee, FL on Sept. 30. Visit with his family and friends on Sunday, October 7 from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the McCowen & Secord Funeral Home Marshall & Gren Chapel; 120 S. Woodhams St. Plainwell, MI 49080. A graveside committal will be held on Monday October 8 at 11:00...

Sep 28, 2018

All who knew Iris McGahan, would agree that she was truly beautiful on the inside and out. She was a woman of faith who lived to serve others in ways both great and small. Iris was deeply devoted to her family, and she cherished her roles as a wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Although she saw so many of the...

Sep 27, 2018

When reflecting on the life of Jack Wiley, it is easy to see that he was so full of life. He took every moment captive and lived it fully, often with his family and friends by his side. Jack treasured his roles as a husband and father, but there was no greater joy in his life than becoming a grandfather...

Sep 27, 2018

Jack passed away Thursday, September 27, 2018. He was born February 5, 1952 in Kalamazoo. He was the son of Artemus and Bettie (Rockelein) Wiley. Jack was a graduate of Vicksburg High School. He was a two time state champion wrestler in 1969 and 1970. Jack retired as a self employed excavating contractor. He was united in marriage to Julie...

Sep 25, 2018

Jean Schau, age 97, of Cooper Township, passed away on September 25, 2018. Jean was born on August 22, 1921 to Andrew & Mildred (Trick) Schau. Visit with her family and friends on Friday, September 28 from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the McCowen & Secord Funeral Home Marshall & Gren Chapel; 120 S. Woodhams St. Plainwell, MI 49080....

Sep 25, 2018

Sharon Leah Hickman, 70, passed away at home on September 25, 2018. She had been under the care of Hospice of Southwestern Michigan after fighting metastatic pancreatic cancer. During her final days, she was surrounded by family and friends. She had a long and rewarding career as a Registered Nurse. She received her Diploma in nursing from Bronson School of...