Obituaries

Mar 9, 2019

Cronenwett, Jeanne Elizabeth 5/6/1929 - 3/9/2019 Lawton, MI 49065 Jeanne Elizabeth Cronenwett, 89, of Lawton, passed away at home on Saturday, March 9th, 2019. She was born May 6, 1929, the daughter of Harry and Theo Cross. She graduated from Lawton High School in 1947 as the valedictorian of her class. Jeanne was a homemaker and life-long antique dealer. She...

Mar 8, 2019

Vickie Lee Iverson, born in Flint, Michigan, on July 30, 1945, passed away on March 8, 2019, at Bronson Hospital in Kalamazoo, Michigan. She was surrounded by her daughter Lisa and many loving friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Iver Eric Iverson, her parents, Robert and Eugenia Gossel, and her infant brother, Lawrence Gossel. Vickie is survived...

Mar 6, 2019

Lucille May Wells March 14, 1927 – March 7, 2019 Lucille May Wells, age 91, passed away March 7, 2019 at home with her family. Lucille was born in Marcellus on March 14, 1927, the daughter of Claude Castle and Mable Kline-Castle. On March 22, 1958, she married Arthur Wells in Okemos, MI. They were married for almost 55 years...

Mar 5, 2019

William L. Goodlock, born August 1, 1950, passed on March 5, 2019 at Rose Arbor Hospice after a short illness. He is survived by his wife, Ellen, of 31 years. One sister and 2 brothers. 4 step-children, 10 step-grandchildren and 10 step-great grandchildren. Many nieces and nephews. Memorial service will be held March 16 at 11:00am @ Valley Family Church...

Mar 3, 2019

With unending love for her family and friends, Phyllis Minnis was a blessing in the lives of those around her in such a special way. She was kind, compassionate, and loving, but perhaps what she will be remembered for most was her selfless spirit. Phyllis treasured her roles as a wife and mother, but she just might have argued that...

Mar 1, 2019

Banker , E.DUANE 11/19/1938 - 3/1/2019 Duane Banker passed peacefully Friday, March 1, 2019, at the age of 80, at his current residence of Bickford Cottage in Portage.He previously lived in Scotts, MI on Pickerel Lake for many years with his late wife Gail (Artley). Also preceded in death by former wife Donna (Findley), Mother Mildred (Tobey), Father Estil Banker,...

Feb 27, 2019

Ronald A. Alford, age 66, of Kalamazoo, MI passed away on February 27, 2019. He was born in 1953 to Orville and Constance Alford. Ron's family includes his sisters: Carol (Don) Dewey and Phyllis (Dave) Snyder; 29 cousins; 11 nieces and nephews; and many close friends. Ronald is preceded in death by his parents. Ron was a graduate of Hackett...

Feb 26, 2019

Feb 24, 2019

Danny Lee Castle Danny Lee Castle was born April 30, 1953, in Kalamazoo, Michigan, the son of Glenn and Irene (Cothran) Castle. Danny grew up the "baby" of a tight-knit family of six children on Rosemont in Galesburg. His childhood also included his very special "sister/cousin," Colleen. He graduated from Galesburg-Augusta High School in 1971. Danny literally marched to the...

Feb 24, 2019

Elmore, Karen Lynn 6/25/1952 - 2/24/2019 Kalamazoo Karen Lynn Elmore (Forbes) Age 66 of Galesburg, Mi. Passed away peacefully on Sunday after a long struggle with a multitude of health issues. Survived by Husband John, Sons Randy Skidmore (Heather), James Skidmore, (Sarah), Chris Elmore (Debbie), James Elmore and Grandchildren Laiken and Porter Skidmore, Morgan, Kyler and Bo Skidmore, Jackson and...

Feb 24, 2019

Emmerich, Charles Fredrick (Fred) 7/18/1943 - 2/24/2019 A man who loved family, faith, friends, fishing, BEAUTIFUL Lake Austin, coffee, and "USS PAID FOR." Who never hesitated to call and say, "Are you ready for some FOOOTBALLL!?!" Tool and die maker for GM, builder, developer; knock-your-socks-off smart; one-of-a-kind kind. Survived by wife Nancy, "his Ciel," his brothers, Donnie and Dave, and...

Feb 22, 2019

Allen "Al" Richard Mills-- beloved father, grandfather, and friend-- passed away on February 22, 2019 in the presence of his family. Al was born in Albion in October 1953 to Maria and Richard "Dick" Mills. He was a lifetime resident of the Galesburg area and worked at the Pfizer (formerly Upjohn) manufacturing facility in Portage for over 35 years until...

Feb 21, 2019

Jack William Armstrong May 13, 1957 – February 21, 2019 Jack William Armstrong, age 61, of Marcellus, passed away Thursday afternoon, on February 21, 2019. Jack was born May 13, 1957, in Charlevoix, Michigan the son of Joseph Allen and Melva Marie (Pardee) Armstrong. On February 26, 1977, he married Kay M. Valitchka, in Jones, Michigan, whom together had one...

Feb 18, 2019

Glaydon Miller, of Portage, passed away on Monday February 18, 2019. Glaydon's family includes his wife: Lois (Wilkins) Miller; children: Timothy and Angie Miller, Joseph Miller; grandchildren: Barbara and Joshua Dunn; great-grandchildren: Glaydon Thomas Dunn and Josie Dunn. Glaydon was preceded in death by his parents: Harley and Hazel Miller his sister: Joyce Wales. Services for Glaydon will be held...

Feb 17, 2019

Feb 14, 2019

Jean Mayrand, age 76, of Plainwell, went to be with the Lord and join her husband on February 14, 2019. Jean was born on November 10, 1942 to Charlie & Frances (Ferguson) Massey. A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, February 19 at 11:00 a.m. at the Otsego United Methodist Church; 223 E. Allegan St. Otsego MI 49078. Jean's...

Feb 11, 2019

Richard Wayne Blacker Jr. Born Dec. 16, 1964 passed away peacefully on Feb. 11, 2019 He was 54 years old. Born in Michigan, but raised in Florida, Richard would live a life well-travelled. In his youth, he travelled through all of the continental United States, accompanied by the love of his life. After returning to Florida for a time, Richard...

Feb 11, 2019

With an infectious smile and a welcoming heart, Cynthia Ann McMannes Murphy lived a life rich in faith and family. Honest, humble, and kind, Cynthia's greatest joy was her family. She relished in her role as wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and great great grandmother. She loved nothing more than sharing and celebrating her loved one's success. Though 1938 held...

Feb 10, 2019

Fred Kohler, of Vicksburg, passed away on Sunday February 10, 2019. Fred's family includes his former wife: Cynthia Wolf; children: Arnie (Melissa) Kohler, Bradley Kohler, Pamela Grgrich ; grandchildren: Devon, Jordan and McKenzie ; siblings: Tom (Brenda) Skelton, Mike (Marsha) Skelton, Dennis (Joan) Humphrey: and many nieces and nephews. Fred was preceded in death by his parents: Arnold and Maxine...

Feb 8, 2019

Schroder, Jean McDonald 7/11/1926 - 2/9/2019 Kalamazoo Jean McDonald Schroder (Wielenga) of Kalamazoo Passed away February 9, 2019 peacefully, with her family by her side at Bronson Hospital. Jean was born July 11, 1926 in Edinburgh, Scotland. The eldest daughter of David and Annie Howells. She met her first husband, John Wielenga in London during WWII. They were united in...