Obituaries

Apr 22, 2018

Perhaps through her own struggles, Amy Bartolameolli came to have an abundance of understanding and compassion towards others, yet from her earliest beginnings, she was always known to have a kind and loving heart. Despite everything that came Amy's way, she was a fighter whose great attitude saw her through along with those who loved her by her side. Amy...

Apr 22, 2018

Apr 20, 2018

Apr 20, 2018

Sarah J Bradshaw was the kind of woman whom everybody loved. She was always up for an adventure anywhere, anytime, especially with her daughters. Sarah loved going to casinos, playing bingo, and having a great time. With her sweet smile and contagious giggle, she will be dearly missed, but never forgotten. Sarah Bradshaw, of Kalamazoo passed away Friday, April 20th,...

Apr 18, 2018

Although she was taken from her loved ones much too soon, Marcia Meyer was truly beautiful on the inside and out. She had a heart that was as big as they come, and her zest for life was truly contagious. Marcia was blessed to share much of her life with her husband, and together they were thrilled to welcome their...

Apr 16, 2018

Max M. Lettow, 91, of Kalamazoo passed away Monday, April 16, 2018. He was born on June 20, 1926 in Homer MI to the late Oscar and Odessa (Sine) Lettow. Max was a veteran of the U.S. Navy. He worked as an electrician at Upjohn's. Max enjoyed watching, coaching and playing ball. He played from ages 8 to 77. He...

Apr 15, 2018

Cecil “Sandy” Raymond Howard March 8, 1928 - April 15, 2018 Cecil “Sandy” Raymond Howard, age 90, of Wyoming, MI passed away on Sunday, April 15, 2018. He was born March 8, 1928 in Grand Rapids, MI the son of Alberto B. Howard and Bertha I. (Conkright) Howard. On Monday, February 11, 1952, Cecil married Dolores Anna Spieker in Canute,...

Apr 15, 2018

Lynema; Bertha, age 98, of Martin, MI went to be with her Lord April 15, 2018. She was born March 2, 1920 in Chicago, IL the 13th child of Henry and Jennie Teninga's 15 children. Bertha was named after her oldest sister who was struck by lightning in 1914. Bertha was born in Chicago, IL where her father worked at...

Apr 14, 2018

Lucille (Lucy) Henrietta Miles passed away on Saturday, April 14th, 2018. Lucille was born in Kalamazoo on August 21, 1924 to Henry and Lyda Tenbrink. As a young woman Lucy was an athlete and captain of her basketball team at Kalamazoo Central High. She was proud of her work at Upjohn before getting married to her first husband and starting...

Apr 14, 2018

Gerard "Gare" Roseboom, age 90, of Kalamazoo passed away peacefully in his sleep of natural causes on April 14, 2018 at his home. Gare was born on June 28, 1927 to Petrus and Mary Roseboom. Visit with his family and friends for a memorial gathering on Monday April 23 from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm at the Life Story Funeral...

Apr 12, 2018

Patricia Helene Fitzell, of Kalamazoo, passed away peacefully April 12, 2018, at Rose Arbor Hospice, Kalamazoo. She was born Jan. 15, 1933, in Chicago, the daughter of William and Helen (Slowik) Keren. Patricia is survived by her siblings, William (Marian) Keren, Annette Mikrut and Karen (Dave) O'Leary; children, Paul (Cynthia) Albertson, Randy Albertson, Peggy Albertson, and Robin (Bryan) Byrne; her...

Apr 12, 2018

Rex Bragg was always up to something. With his quick wit, he was a natural jokester and the instigator of many shenanigans and much mischief. Yet most importantly, Rex will be remembered for his honest demeanor and compassionate heart. He lived by way of example and was a wonderful role model for his children to live by. Rex loved his...

Apr 8, 2018

Apr 7, 2018

When reflecting on the life of William McKay, it is easy to see that his love for the Lord permeated everything he said and did. He was kind, gentle, and compassionate and dearly loved and respected by all who were near. Second only to his love for the Lord was the love and devotion he had for his family as...

Apr 6, 2018

Norma June Vargo, of Portage passed away on Friday, April 6, 2018 at the age of 79. Norma was born on February 27, 1939 in Mishawaka, IN. She was the daughter of Frederick and Irene (Landcraft) Boldt. On July 20, 1957 she married James Vargo at St. Ann's Catholic Church. She owned and operated the Sale Barn in Schoolcraft. She...

Apr 4, 2018

CONNER, JOHN 5/1/1935 - 4/4/2018 Portage, MI John Thorn Conner passed away peacefully at home with his beloved family at his bedside. John was born in Philadelphia, PA to Walter Thorn Conner and Margaret Judson Conner. His family relocated to Grosse Pointe, MI and John graduated from Grosse Pointe High in 1952. While attending WMU, John met Sally Jean Metry...

Apr 3, 2018

Burke, Maurice 2/17/1929 - 4/3/2018 Kalamazoo Maurice "Maury" Burke, age 89, passed away peacefully from complications of pneumonia. Maury was born in Chapman, Nebraska. His passions were golf and bowling. He is preceded in death by his parents Ralph and Vera Burke. Surviving are his sisters Bonnie (Ray)Zabala, Betty (Bill) Robinson, Carolyn (Vic) Arriola as well as many nephews and...

Apr 3, 2018

Carole Ann Bowen, age 74, of Kalamazoo passed away on April 3, 2018. Carole's family includes her mother: Jane (Porter) Brown; daughters: Sandra (Steve) Cartwright of Decatur, Jayne Heath of Kalamazoo, Suzan (Martin) Dunn of Kalamazoo; her son: Jason Bowen of Kalamazoo; five grandchildren: Joseph, Jonathan, Amanda, Alexys, and Dakota; her siblings: Gerald Brown of Parma and Rodger (Dot) Brown...

Apr 2, 2018

Dolly A. Smith, age 85, of Marcellus, MI passed away Monday April 2, 2018. She was born December 14, 1932 the daughter of Peter and Gertrude M. Kroeg in Decatur, MI. On March 4, 1954 she married James L. Smith in Bloomingdale, MI who had preceded her in death. After her children were born she had decided to stay home...

Apr 2, 2018

Ely, Thomas M. 12/5/1930 - 4/2/2018 Vicksburg Thomas M. Ely, 87, of Vicksburg, passed away April 2. Tom was born December 5, 1930 in Monterey Park California, the son of the late Walter and Louise (VanHyfte) Ely. Tom was a master plumber in the area. He is survived by his wife Marilyn of 64 years; 4 children, Carol (Tom) Johnston,...