Linda Lou Wilson
Aug 5, 2024
Linda Lou Wilson, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away on August, 5, 2024. She was born on April 14, 1939, in Kalamazoo, MI to Russell and Hazel (Derhammer) Barney. Her life was marked by the love and joy she carried with her and was shared with all who knew her.
In her youth, Linda attended Vicksburg Community Schools, where...
Nicholas Mena
Aug 5, 2024
Nicholas “Nick” Mena, 43, of Allegan, MI, passed from this life on August 5, 2024, at Rose Arbor Hospice in Kalamazoo.
Nicholas, most fondly known as “Nick”, was born August 12, 1980, in Plainwell, MI to Mark Nutter and Yolanda Mena, was of the Catholic faith, and was a graduate of Martin Hich School, home of the mighty Clippers. He had...
Leslie Keith
Aug 3, 2024
Leslie J Keith of Plainwell MI passed away on Saturday August 3, 2024, at the age of 94. He was born to Ray and Hattie (Bucknell) Keith on the family farm on November 6th, 1929. Les was the youngest of 5 siblings, 3 brothers, David Keith, Floyd Keith and Charles Keith and a sister Marie Radcliff. He grew up on...
Susan Marie Krusik
Aug 1, 2024
Susan Marie Krusik was born on September 1, 1951, in Kalamazoo, Michigan, and departed this world on August 1, 2024, in Lansing, Michigan. She was the third oldest of the five children of Dolly Fisher (Childress), who later married Preston Hyzer.
Throughout her life, Susan embodied the virtues that defined her — quiet courage, humility, kindness, and a spirit of independence...
Louis Wolf
Jul 31, 2024
Louis Albert Wolf of Vicksburg, MI passed away on Wednesday, July 31, 2024, at the age of 71 after battling with cancer. He was born in Mexico City, Mexico on November 16, 1952, to his French father Maurice Wolf Dolz and Mexican American mother Gloria Madero de la Fuente.
He was through and through an engineer having graduated from the French...
Stacie Lyn Sokolowski
Jul 30, 2024
Stacie Lyn Sokolowski (Jann), of Portage, passed away peacefully with her husband by her side on July 30, 2024, at the age of 53. Born on December 26, 1970, in Lansing, MI, to James and Delores (Wier) Jann, Stacie’s life was a shining example of love, creativity, and unwavering devotion to family and friends.
Throughout high school, Stacie was a valuable...
Barbara Shearer
Jul 30, 2024
Barbara Marie Shearer, born in Leavenworth, Kansas, on July 25, 1943, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 30, 2024. She was the beloved daughter of Robert J. Luckey and Amelia (Maria) Luckey.
Barbara graduated from Portage Central High School in 1961. On December 27, 1965, Barbara married Raymond M. Shearer, with whom she shared 57 years of love and companionship. Together,...
Tamara Ricketts
Jul 29, 2024
Tamera Ricketts was born October twelfth 1960 and passed away July twenty-ninth 2024 at the Rose Arbor Hospice Center in Kalamazoo. Born to the late Joan and Dale Knobloch, Tamera is preceded in death by her husband Robert and sister Robin. She is survived by her three children Robert II, Tiffany, and Tyler, as well as her two older half...
Laurie Kay Bridges
Jul 29, 2024
In loving memory of Laurie Kay Bridges
After many years of struggling with severe COPD, Laurie Kay Bridges left this world behind and joined her Lord Jesus on July 29, 2024 at Bronson Methodist Hospital in Kalamazoo, Michigan. She was born on October 25, 1960 in Niles, Michigan to Shirley Bailey and the late Wendell Bridges.
Laurie was a beacon of light...
Norma Day
Jul 28, 2024
We want to celebrate and remember the life of Norma Irene Day, who left us on Sunday, July 28, 2024. Norma’s story began in Kalamazoo on June 7, 1932, as the beloved daughter of Norman Ralph McMains and Ruth (Ennis) McMains. She met and married Kenneth E. Day on October 7, 1950, and together they built a life filled with...
Debra Rae Simon
Jul 21, 2024
Debra Rae (Radke) Simon passed away peacefully on July 21, 2024, surrounded by family and friends.
Debra was born in Grand Rapids, MI on July 6, 1950. She was the loving daughter of Arthur and Wanda (Christensen) Radke.
Debra was a very active woman who loved all sports. She coached and played softball, loved tennis, golf, basketball, pickleball, water volleyball, etc. She...
Betsy Hill
Jul 20, 2024
Betsy Ann Hill passed away peacefully on the evening of Saturday, July 20 at Kauhale Assisted Living Center in Otsego. She was born July 5, 1936, in Kalamazoo, the daughter of Charles W. and Frances (Austin) Welch. Graduating in 1954 from Mattawan High School, Betsy went on to Western Michigan University to earn her Bachelor of Science and teaching certificate...
Jean Sehy
Jul 20, 2024
Jean Sehy, 84, passed away at her home in Schoolcraft, MI on Saturday, July 20, 2024, with family by her side. Jean was born on December 22, 1939, in Kalamazoo, MI, to Noel and Josephine McNett. She was the fifth born of nine children in her family.
Jean married her husband of 57 years, William (Bill) Sehy, on January 20, 1967....
Lucynda DeYoung
Jul 20, 2024
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Lucynda Anne DeYoung, affectionately known as Cindy, of Schoolcraft, MI, on Saturday, July 20, 2024, at the age of 64. Cindy was born in Kalamazoo, MI, the beloved daughter of H. Donald and Sandra (Misterka) DeYoung.
Cindy was predeceased by her loving mother, Sandra DeYoung, and her grandparents, Harriet and...
Dorothy Ferguson
Jul 19, 2024
Dorothy Louise (Meyer) Ferguson passed away peacefully to be with her Lord and Savior on Friday, July 19, 2024, in Kalamazoo, MI. Born on January 25, 1926, on a farm outside of Chicago, IL, she was the beloved daughter of Henry and Mabel Meyer. When she was very young the family moved to Montague, Michigan where her father's family lived....
Jeffery C. Kudary
Jul 16, 2024
Jeffery C. Kudary, of Vicksburg, passed away on Tuesday, July16, 2024 at the age of 76. Many of Jeff’s closest friends knew him by his nicknames: “Homer” or “Paudie”. He leaves a legacy of hard work, dedication to his family, and loyalty. Born on October 24, 1947, in Sturgis, MI. He was the son of Joseph and Clara (Ramsdell) Kudary....
Rodger Lee Hughey
Jul 15, 2024
Rodger Lee Hughey, of Vicksburg passed away on Monday, July 15, 2024 at the age of 85. Rodger was born on September 15, 1938 in Kalamazoo, MI. He was the son of Max and Violet (Huntington) Hughey. He leaves behind a legacy of hard work, dedication, love and was a man of faith.
Rodger's life was one filled with many achievements...
Rodney Lynn Borger
Jul 12, 2024
Rodney Lynn Borger, of Kalamazoo, passed away on Friday, July 12, 2024, at the age of 67. He was born on September 14, 1956, in Three Rivers, MI. He was the son of Robert and Janet (Forsyth) Borger.
Rodney's journey of life included his education at Schoolcraft schools. He graduated with the Class of 1974 from Schoolcraft High School. His dedication...
Donald Paradine
Jul 10, 2024
Donald Eugene Paradine of Schoolcraft, MI went to be with his Lord and Savior on Wednesday, July 10, 2024, at the age of 92. He was born on October 6, 1931, in Detroit, MI the son of Walter and Wreta (Dolbee) Paradine.
Don proudly served his country as a United States Marine. Enlisting in 1951, he demonstrated exceptional bravery and dedication...
Melissa Marie Burgess
Jul 7, 2024
Melissa M. Burgess, of Battle Creek passed away on Sunday, July 7, 2024 at the age of 58. Melissa was born on October 18, 1965 in Indiana. She was the daughter of Keith and Valerie Lowery. On February 16, 1996 she married her husband Thomas.
Melissa is preceded in death by her father: Keith; father-in-law: Richard Burgess, Sr.; and her brother-in-law:...