Obituaries
Patricia Rose
Aug 7, 2025
Patricia “Pat”(Hnilo) Rose passed away peacefully, on Thursday, August 7, 2025, at Centrica Rose Arbor. She was born March 16, 1947, in Kalamazoo, Michigan, the daughter of Joseph and Marie (Tvarusek) Hnilo. Pat was the second of four children and together the family grew up in Comstock.
Pat attended Comstock High School where she was in the drama club. She graduated...
Shirley Ann Stiver
Aug 7, 2025
Shirley Ann Stiver
Schoolcraft, Michigan
Shirley passed away peacefully Thursday, August 7, 2025, with her family at her side at the age of 90.
She was born in South Bend, Indiana to John and Ann Okeneske on February 23, 1935. Shortly thereafter the family moved to Coldwater. Shirley graduated from St. Charles Catholic High School in 1953. She was married to Kenneth Stiver....
Randall Topp
Aug 6, 2025
Randall "Randy" Gene Topp, age 74, of Plainwell, MI, passed away peacefully at his home in Plainwell, surrounded by loved ones.
Born on September 1, 1950, in Kalamazoo, MI, Randy was the beloved son of Neil Lee Topp and Virginia Mae (Slater) Topp. He grew up in the Kalamazoo area and graduated from Kalamazoo Central High School, later learning the painting...
Adam L. Ferguson
Aug 6, 2025
Adam L. Ferguson, of Constantine passed away on Wednesday, August 6, 2025 at the age of 43. He was born on August 16, 1981, in Three Rivers, MI. He was the son of Shirley Johnson Davis and David Ferguson. He left a mark on the hearts of those who knew him. His legacy was defined by his kindness and generosity.
Adam...
Veronika W. Thompson
Aug 5, 2025
Veronika W. Thompson passed away at Rose Arbor Hospice Facility August 5, 2025, at the age of 97. She was born October 3, 1927, in Vicksburg, MI to Katherine and Anthony Hargot.
Veronika graduated from Vicksburg High School and Parson's Business School in Kalamazoo. She was joined in marriage to William (Bill Thompson) in 1955 and in 1961 they were blessed...
Gail Rantz
Aug 5, 2025
Gail Rantz, a loving wife, devoted mother, proud grandmother, and faithful friend, passed away peacefully on August 5, 2025, surrounded by her family. She was 79 years old.
Born on May 8, 1946, in Yellow Mountain, Kentucky, Gail was one of twelve children born to Mack and Lula (Fugate) Messer. At a young age, she moved with her family to Shelbyville,...
Wendy Osborn
Aug 4, 2025
Wendy Kerrin Osborn, age 61, of Portage, MI, passed away peacefully on Monday, August 4, 2025, at Centrica Rose Arbor Place Hospice Center, surrounded by her loving family.
Wendy was born on May 1, 1964, in South Bend, IN to Kay and Jack Osborn. She was raised on Eagle Lake in Edwardsburg, MI, where she developed a lifelong love for the...
Rachel June Ozanich
Aug 2, 2025
Rachel June Bierenga Ozanich, age 37, of Lawton, MI, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 2, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family.
Born on June 5, 1988, in Kalamazoo, MI, Rachel was the beloved daughter of Richard and Laurie Bierenga. She grew up in Portage, graduating from Portage Central High School in 2007, and went on to earn her...
Noelle Knowles
Jul 31, 2025
Noelle Celeste Knowles of Vicksburg passed away on Thursday, July 31, 2025. She was born on July 31, 2025, to her loving parents: Ryan and Haylee (Gingerich) Knowles.
Noelle is survived by her parents: Ryan and Haylee Knowles, of Vicksburg; three siblings: Lilliann, Milana, Ryton Knowles, all of Vicksburg. She is also survived by her grandparents: Ron and Jan Gingerich, of...
Sandra "Sandi" Cowles
Jul 29, 2025
Sandra "Sandi" Cowles, long-time Vicksburg resident passed away on Tuesday, July 29, 2025, at the age of 82. She was born in Fort Smith, AR on July 2, 1943, to Bernhard and Thelma (King) Pedersen. She is leaving behind a legacy of love, faith, and cherished memories.
Her parents met when her father, an immigrant from Norway, was stationed at Fort...
Nancy Raklovits
Jul 27, 2025
Nancy O. Raklovits, of Schoolcraft passed away on Sunday, July 27, 2025 at the age of 93. Nancy was born on June 11, 1932 in Richmond, VA. She was the daughter of Hugh and Ellen (Nunnally) Owens.
A complete obituary is in the process of being written.
While at www.amsfuneralhomes.com please take time to sign Nancy's guestbook and/or share your favorite memory...
Robert Lee Cardiff Jr
Jul 27, 2025
Robert (Bob) Cardiff Jr. passed away peacefully on July 27, 2025, after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer, surrounded by the love of his family.
Born in Kalamazoo, Michigan, on August 18, 1952, to Marilyn and Robert Cardiff Sr., Bob was raised with strong Midwestern values and a quiet determination that shaped every chapter of his life. He graduated from Parchment...
Marc Skippers
Jul 26, 2025
MARC SKIPPERS
On July 26, 2025 Marc Skippers passed from this life into the Grace and Love of his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. he was preceded in death by his parents Norm and Betsey Skippers; His sister Suzanne; and his youngest brother Mark Craig.
He is survived by one daughter Kristen (Jason) Stanford, of Vicksburg; One son Neil Skippers, of Vicksburg...
Paul B. Jones, III
Jul 26, 2025
Paul B. Jones, III, of Scotts passed away on Saturday, July 26, 2025, at the age of 77. He was born on December 12, 1947, in Kalamazoo, Michigan. He is leaving behind a legacy of kindness, dedication, and love for his community and family.
Paul graduated from Loy Norrix High School in 1966, where he was class president and a standout...
Raymond Harris
Jul 26, 2025
Raymond LeRoy Harris, aged 94, departed this world in Allegan, Michigan, leaving behind an enduring testament to gentle strength, quiet wisdom, and lifelong ingenuity.
For 74 years, he shared a remarkable love story with his beloved wife, Gerry-woven through decades of resilience, laughter, devotion, and unwavering partnership.
Those who knew Ray drew deep inspiration from his steadfast morals, quiet humor, genuine acts...
Jennifer Durbin Whittaker
Jul 26, 2025
Jennifer Mary Durbin Whittaker of Plainwell, passed away peacefully on July 26, 2025, at the age of 65. She was born on January 24th, 1960, in White Plains, NY. She was the daughter of Jack and Ruth (Lawrence) Durbin. She was a devoted mother, wife, and daughter.
She spent her early years growing up on Long Island, NY with her parents...
Betty Hotchkiss
Jul 24, 2025
Betty Ann (VanDenBerg) Hotchkiss, age 83, of Plainwell, passed away peacefully on July 24, 2025, in Kalamazoo, Michigan.
Born on November 22, 1941, in Prairieville Township, Betty was the first of three children born to Donald VanDenBerg and Fern (Whyment) VanDenBerg. She grew up on the family's hardworking dairy farm, where her early years were filled with early mornings, milking cows,...
Helen “Joyce” Blatchford, nee Regan
Jul 21, 2025
Joyce Blatchford passed away peacefully, on Monday, July 21, 2025, at Centrica Rose Arbor. She was born June 1, 1934, in Chicago, Illinois to James & Helen (Galvin) Regan. Joyce’s family moved to Three Rivers, Michigan where she attended middle and high school. She was a 1954 graduate of Mercy School of Nursing in Detroit and was a Registered Nurse....
Genevieve Natalie Kline
Jul 18, 2025
Genevieve Natalie Kline, of Kalamazoo, passed away on July 18, 2025, at the age of 98.
Born on April 23, 1927, in Dowagiac, Michigan, Genevieve was the daughter of Lila Russell and Harold Howes, and the eldest of three siblings. She was preceded in death by her brother Russell Howes and sister Nancy Conyer.
On September 29, 1944, she married Richard A....
Sally Louise (Briley) Gave
Jul 18, 2025
Sally was born on May 25, 1935 in Atlanta, Michigan to Austin and Almeda Briley. She was the eldest of seven children. She graduated from Atlanta High School in June of 1952. Soon after, she attended the County Normal School where she received her Teaching Certificate. She moved to Rockford, Michigan, where she taught in a one room school house...
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