Obituaries
Julia Chamberlain
Jul 2, 2025
Julia Alice "Judy" Chamberlain, age 101, of Schoolcraft, passed away peacefully on July 2, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Born on June 22, 1924, in Brooklyn, New York, Judy was the beloved daughter of James Henry and Julia Catherine (Keegan) Bayne.
She graduated from Stratford High School in Stratford, Connecticut, in 1942. On November 24, 1945, she married the love of her life,...
Marvin Arthur (Bud) Payne Jr
Jul 2, 2025
Marvin A ‘Bud’ Payne Jr.
Marvin A ‘Bud’ Payne Jr., 78, Kalamazoo, died July 2, 2025, in the loving care of his family. He was born June 6, 1947, in Boston MA, and moved to Kalamazoo MI six years ago from Brookfield IL. He enlisted in the U.S. Navy in 1966 and was deployed to serve in the Vietnam War for...
Kenneth Allan
Jul 2, 2025
Kenneth (Ken) Howard Allan
1932-2025
Kenneth (Ken) was born February 1st, 1932, to Howard C and Flora H nee Schoenherr Allan in Niagara Falls, N.Y. Ken was preceded in death by his spouse of 52 years Marlene (Mic) Rae Suhr in October of 2009 as well as his brother, John F. Allan. He was received as a member of God’s family by...
Keith Lewis Hovious
Jul 2, 2025
Keith Lewis Hovious 61 beloved husband, father and son went to be with his heavenly father while riding his motorcycle on July 2, 2025. Keith was a graduate of Vicksburg High school. He met the love of his life and future wife at Davenport College in 1982 and they were married in 1984. Keith served in the United States Army...
Phyllis Darnell
Jul 2, 2025
On 9/11/1932 Phyllis Dieterman was born to Frank and Lucy Dieterman in Kalamazoo. As an only child she was cherished by both and the love that they shared was incredible. In 1941 when she was 8 her Papa bought a weekend cottage at Gun Lake where she loved to swim, paddle with her friends and cousins in her canoe and...
Patti Jo Mitchell
Jul 2, 2025
Patti Jo Mitchell, of Battle Creek, formerly of Climax, passed away on Wednesday, July 2, 2025, at the age of 64. She was born on January 5, 1961, in Battle Creek, MI. She was the daughter of Gordon and Mildred (Snyder) Mitchell. She leaves behind a legacy filled with dedication, passion, and a zest for life that touched the hearts...
Margie Metz
Jun 28, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Margie Ellen Metz, a loving mother, dedicated nurse, and resilient polio survivor, who left us peacefully on June 28, 2025. Born on October 14, 1953, in Plainwell, Michigan, she lived a life full of courage, compassion, and unwavering strength. She was a passionate lover of history and the written word.
Margie was a...
Michael "Zippy" William Scott
Jun 28, 2025
Michael “Zippy” William Scott, of Kalamazoo, passed away on June 28, 2025, at the age of 55. He was born on October 10, 1969, in Kalamazoo. Mike was the son of Robert Jr. (Pam) and Carol Scott.
A graduate of Comstock High School with the Class of 1987. He was known for his loving nature, independence, selflessness, and notable dry sense...
Marcia Watts
Jun 27, 2025
It is with profound sadness that her family announces the passing of Marcia Luise (Hayward) Watts, who died peacefully on June 27, 2025 at the age of 79 at home in Portage, Michigan after living with breast cancer for many years. Marcia was an amazing mother, grandmother, and friend, and she leaves behind a legacy of love and warmth.
Marcia was...
Sandra Griffin
Jun 26, 2025
Sandra Lee (Marshall) Griffin was born in Camp Lejeune, North Carolina on February 17th, 1950. She passed away on June 26th, 2025. She was a devoted wife to Leonard Griffin for 56 years. Loving mother to Christy, Patricia, Jaime, and Sarah as well as grandmother to Toviel.
Sandra loved being a sister, aunt, daughter and long-term congregant at Edwards Corners Bible...
Mark Anderson
Jun 25, 2025
Mark Anderson, age 70, passed away peacefully at his home on June 25, 2025. Born on February 22, 1955, in Kalamazoo, Michigan, Mark was a proud graduate of Loy Norrix High School and a lifelong resident of Kalamazoo.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Wayne and Dana Anderson of Kalamazoo. Mark is survived by his brother, David (Teresa) Anderson...
Alan Blood
Jun 25, 2025
It is with great sadness that the family of Alan Dale Blood announces his passing on June 25, 2025. He passed peacefully at his home.
Alan was born in Sturgis, Michigan on October 1, 1947, to Milo and Evelyn (Smith) Blood. He was preceded in death by his beloved son, Shawn, on January 28, 2009.
He is survived by his daughter, Aimee...
Jacob Sybesma
Jun 23, 2025
Jacob “Jake” Sybo Sybesma, age 94, died on June 23, 2025. Born March 9, 1931, in Winsum, Netherlands, to parents Hilbrand and Geertje (Ettema) Siebesma. Jake grew up during WWII, with Germany invading Netherlands in 1940. As a child, he saw Jewish classmates disappear, trains transporting Jewish people to the concentration camps and war planes flying overhead. Netherlands was liberated...
Rose Robertson
Jun 22, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Rose Violet Robertson, who went home to be with the Lord on June 22, 2025, at the age of 50. Born on January 9, 1975, in Chicago, Illinois, Rose was a vibrant and spirited woman whose love, laughter, and light touched all who had the joy of knowing her.
She was the beloved...
Norma Charlene Flora
Jun 21, 2025
Norma Charlene Flora, of Kalamazoo, MI passed away, on Saturday, June 21, 2025, at the age of 89. She was born on March 29, 1936 in Kalamazoo, MI. Norma was the daughter of John and Helen (Schoff) Elsey. Norma lived a rich and fulfilling life dedicated to her family, her faith, and her community.
A proud graduate of Kalamazoo Central High...
Dorothy Kendall
Jun 21, 2025
Dorothy Mary Kendall, 94, died unexpectedly June 21, 2025, at Corewell Hospital in Greenville, Michigan. She was born August 23, 1930, in Warrington, England, the daughter of John Reginald and Priscilla Haslam.
Dorothy married Nelson F Myers, Sr., in Warrington April 16, 1949. She arrived in the United States 1949 and was a citizen November 7, 1961.
In addition to her parents,...
Claudia Ruth Burgess
Jun 20, 2025
Claudia Ruth Burgess, 85, of Vicksburg, Michigan, away peacefully at home on June 20, 2025, surrounded by family and friends.
Born on October 18, 1939, in Kalamazoo, Michigan, Claudia was the beloved daughter of Arthur and Ruth Hodgman. She married the love of her life, Richard Burgess, on October 26, 1957. Together they built a life centered around faith, family, and...
Paul Johnson
Jun 20, 2025
Paul Stephen Johnson
March 3, 1957-June 20, 2025
Paul was born in Vicksburg, MI and spent his life living in the area. Though tragically injured in a car accident when he was 5 years old, Paul graduated from Vicksburg High School and later moved to Kalamazoo where he was cared for by Residential Opportunities, Inc., a supported living facility. There he had...
Ronald Lee Baas
Jun 20, 2025
Ronald Lee Baas, age 81, of Kalamazoo, MI, passed away peacefully into the arms of his Savior on Friday, June 20, 2025. He was born on March 18, 1944, in Kalamazoo to Ben and Grace (DeVries) Baas.
Ron was a hardworking and passionate man who dedicated much of his life to his craft. He began by teaching painting apprenticeships in trade...
Scott McDonald
Jun 20, 2025
Scott Lee McDonald of Shelbyville, MI, passed away peacefully on Friday, June 20, 2025, after a brief illness. He was 64 years old.
Scott was born on July 11, 1960, in Grand Rapids, MI, to Robert and Barbara (Wondergem) McDonald Sr. He graduated from Delton Kellogg Schools and spent most of his life enjoying the beauty and community of Gun Lake.
A true...
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