James Raymond LeZotte, of Vicksburg passed away on Sunday, July 8, 2018 at the age of 46. Jim was born on May 23, 1972 and was the son of Martha and Raymond LeZotte. Jim is described by those who loved him as a very kind, honorable person, and had a great sense of humor. In his spare time he enjoyed...
Quick with a smile and with a heart of gold, Wes Knapp added much to the lives around him. He had a great sense of humor, and with his outgoing nature, Wes could strike up a conversation with anyone and make an instant friend. Although he had many interests through the years, foremost in Wes' life was his love for...
Timothy Wayne Kyle, born in Sasebo, Japan, age 57, passed away with his family around him on Saturday, July 7th, 2018. He was a resident of Portage for 30 years. He worked for the Kalamazoo Public School system, was employed at Loy Norrix High School in the Special Education department for the past 13 years and simultaneously built connections with...
Intelligent, gregarious, and driven, Barbara J. Hansen lived a life rich in family and service. While direct and clear in her communication, Barbara loved people and never met a stranger. She was smart, confident, and committed to her job and her family. A devoted mother and grandmother, Barbara cherished her family and considered each moment they shared a priceless gift....
Robert Glenn Swinehart, born April 23, 1930, passed away peacefully in his sleep July 5, 2018. Surviving Robert is his son Don, and daughter Kathleen (Patrick) Meyers. Grandsons Robert, Craig, Chris, and Brad, along with five great grandchildren. Robert was preceded in death by his wife Peggy, a son Douglas, and a grandson Nicholas. Memorial gathering pending.
Loyd Babcock, 80, of Vicksburg passed away on July 5 at Bronson Methodist Hospital in Kalamazoo, Michigan after a long battle with illness. Loyd was born on April 2, 1938 in Battle Creek, Michigan to Clarence and Myrtle Babcock. He graduated from Battle Creek Lakeview in 1956. Loyd met his wife of 60 years, Wanda, in 1955 on a blind...
Gillespie, Leona E. 11/05/1924- 07/03/2018 Delton, MI Leona E. Gillespie of Delton passed away peacefully at her home on July 3, 2018 after a brief illness. Leona was born November 5, 1924 in Sturgis, Michigan. She graduated from Kellogg High School in 1942. Before moving to Delton, Leona raised her six children in Richland, MI. Leona was preceded in death...
Beverly May (Smith) Sheline September 29, 1927 - July 02, 2018. Beverly May (Smith) Sheline, age 90, of Parkersbury, West Virginia, formerly of Marcellus, MI, passed away July 02, 2018. She was born September 29, 1927 in Kalamazoo, MI the daughter of Harley and Florence Smith. Beverly graduated in 1945 from Marcellus High School. She served as municipal court clerk...
Jack Whitcomb, age 93, died on July 2nd, 2018 at Rose Arbor Hospice Residence surrounded by family. Jack was born on April 9, 1925 in Kalamazoo, the son of the late Arthur and Roselyn (Knarr) Whitcomb. Jack enlisted in the United States Navy in 1942 and served aboard the USS Surf Bird in the South Pacific. On August 20, 1948...
Carl Allen Porter, 92, passed away on Sunday, July 1, 2018 at his home in Goodlettsville, Tennessee. Visitation will be held on Friday, July 6, 2018 at 1:00 PM, with the Service at 2:00 PM at McCowen & Secord Family Funeral Home (Marshall-Gren Chapel) located at 120 South Woodhams Street, Plainwell, Michigan 49080. Burial will be immediately following the funeral...
Michael Allen Mondovics, born May 14, 1964, son of Michael F. and Patricia (Michalski) Mondovics passed away June 30th while at Fish Lake in Marcellus, Michigan of heart complications. Michael was at his favorite place in the world, on the water, with the sun on his face when the Lord called him home. Michael loved his family, the outdoors, an...
Edie , Dorothy 6/28/2018 Portage, MI (formerly of Richland, MI) On June 28, 2018 the world lost a very precious lady. Dorothy passed peacefully at the age of 90. Dorothy, also known as Dort or Nana, lived loving her family deeply and was loved deeply back.She was that next door neighbor that would deliver baked goods to your door every...
With a journey that spanned times of great change in the world around him, Jerry Lovell lived a life of purpose while holding his loved ones near. He could be a bit strong willed at times, but he had one of the biggest hearts around. Jerry was blessed to share the majority of his life with his true love, and...
With a journey that spanned times of great change in the world around him, Jerry Lovell lived a life of purpose while holding his loved ones near. He could be a bit strong willed at times, but he had one of the biggest hearts around. Jerry was blessed to share the majority of his life with his true love, and...
A wonderful woman to know and love, Gloria Feist filled the lives of those around her with immeasurable joy. Ever loving and kind, Gloria was just as caring and compassionate as she was faithful to all who knew and loved her. She gave of her time and talents, and she counted her devotion to her faith and family as her...
Zehner, Douglas 9/13/1956 - 6/27/2018 Vicksburg Douglas George Zehner, 61, Vicksburg, MI. passed away at home Wednesday, June 27, 2018. Doug was born September 13, 1956 in Flint, MI. He was the son of Martin Zehner and Mother, Shirley Barnett. Doug's family moved to Portage, MI in 1965. He graduated from Portage Central then went to Ferris State University and...
Don Burd, age 88, of Plainwell passed away on June 26, 2018 at Bronson Hospital. Don was born on July 19, 1929 to Merrill & Louise (Cowels) Burd. Visit with his family and friends on Friday, June 29 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the McCowen & Secord Family Funeral Home Marshall & Gren Chapel; 120 S. Woodhams St....
Bill Nichols of Schoolcraft, passed away June 25, 2018 at age 79. He was born December 17, 1938, the son of the late Harold and Lillian (Fehlberg) Nichols. He is survived by his wife, Sheila, of 47 years; his sister and brother-in-law, Beverly and David Hamman; his brother and wife, Bob Nichols and Terry Furst; 12 nieces and nephews; and...