Obituaries
Vincent James Viviano
Jun 3, 2026
Vincent James Viviano, age 77 years, was called home by his Lord on June 3, 2026. Vince was born June 28, 1948, in Detroit, Michigan, oldest son of Vincent and Ilene Mildred (McMillan) Viviano.
In 1966, he graduated from Bloomington High School, Bloomington, California, and studied microbiology at San Bernardino Valley Community College and California Politechnic College in Pomona, California.
On April...
Walter J. Wesoloski
Jun 1, 2026
Walter "Walt" J. Wesoloski, of Vicksburg passed away on Monday, June 1, 2026, at the age of 91. Walt was born on March 22, 1935, in Comstock, MI. He was the son of James and Mary (Rapacz) Wesoloski. He was a man whose life was filled with dedication and unwavering faith. Walt’s journey was one deeply rooted in service—to his...
Linda Sue Pierman
May 30, 2026
Linda Pierman, 75, of Galesburg passed away Saturday, May 30 at Rose Arbor Hospice surrounded by family.
Linda was born July 17, 1950 in Kalamazoo to Robert and Carolyn Feltch of Galesburg. She attended Galesburg Augusta Schools. On January 20, 1967 she married Mike Pierman. Together they raised their two children Michael (Mick) and Jamie. In 1972 she was diagnosed with...
Heidi Stucki, DVM
May 30, 2026
Heidi Ellan Stucki, DVM - Galesburg, Michigan
Died peacefully on May 30, 2026, at Cedar Ponds, the rural home she had shared with her husband for more than 25 years.
Heidi was born in Cincinnati, Ohio, on April 28, 1954, to Jacob and Naomi (Bersch) Stucki. The family soon moved to Kalamazoo, where Heidi attended Kalamazoo Public Schools. At the age of...
Ronald James Pillars
May 28, 2026
Ronald James Pillars, 76, of Kalamazoo, passed away suddenly at home on May 28, 2026.
Ron was born on August 14, 1949, to Donald and Marian (Hackman) Pillars. He was known for his love for the outdoors. He never met a person he couldn’t talk to. He knew someone everywhere that he went. He was a hard worker with attention to...
Carrie Lynn Beardsley
May 24, 2026
Born November 9th, 1967, Carrie Beardsley led a life full of love and courage. After graduating high school, she stepped into a short but proud career as an OR Tech. in the United States Army Reserve in 1985. Honorably Discharged in 1991, she bounced through several jobs to care for her growing family, until an opportunity presented itself in 2011...
Arloa Ruth Wirbel
May 20, 2026
Arloa Ruth Wirbel, age 95, of Holland, Michigan, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, May 20, 2026. She passed away peacefully with family by her side. Arloa was born Dec. 23, 1930, in Holland, MI, to Clarence and Aggie Raak. On October 22, 1955, she was united in marriage to Robert Wirbel, her beloved husband of 59 years,...
Joyce A. Heath
May 19, 2026
Joyce A. (Dibble) Heath, of Portage formerly of Vicksburg, passed away at home where she has been lovingly cared for by family, on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, at the age of 83. She was a beloved mother, devoted friend, and cherished member of her community. Joyce was born on June 12, 1942, and was the daughter of John and Aleta...
Claudia Lea Sabin
May 19, 2026
Claudia Lea Sabin, age 74, of Portage, Michigan, passed away on May 19, 2026. She was born on May 29, 1951, in Albion, Michigan, the daughter of Milford and Norma (Hardwick) Sabin.
Claudia graduated from Vicksburg High School in 1970. Born deaf, she became deeply involved in the deaf community throughout Michigan and formed countless lifelong friendships through the organizations, events,...
Patricia Ann Ferguson
May 17, 2026
Patricia Ferguson, lovingly known as Pat, Patty, Mom or Grandma passed away peacefully on May 17, 2026, surrounded by the family she adored more than anything in this world. Born in Kalamazoo to Carl and Doris Watts on June 10, 1947, Pat spent her life building exactly what mattered most to her — a close-knit family filled with love, laughter,...
Trenton Hilbrock Stermer
May 14, 2026
Trenton Hilbrock Stermer, 33, of Kalamazoo, passed away on May 14, 2026.
Born on February 16, 1993, Trenton was known for his adventurous spirit, generous heart, and deeply unique personality. He believed in living life his own way and never hesitated to follow his own path. Whether through his love of travel, snowboarding, music, festivals, healthy eating, or holistic health, Trenton...
Sharon Kelly
May 14, 2026
Sharon Lee Kelly, age 82, of Portage, Michigan, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, May 14, 2026. She passed away peacefully with family by her side.
Sharon was born on February 13, 1944 in Kalamazoo, Michigan, to the late Max and Mary (Wight) Sonnevil. Sharon was the oldest of four children. She grew up in Portage, and graduated from...
Theresa "Terri" A. Kelley
May 14, 2026
Theresa "Terri" A. Kelley, of Scotts, passed away on Thursday, May 14, 2026, at the age of 73. She was born on May 21, 1952, and was the daughter of Raymond and Alice (Ford) Newton. Terri lived a life marked by devotion, resilience, and an enduring spirit that touched all who knew her.
Terri grew up in Vicksburg, where she graduated...
Ruth M. Sterling
May 14, 2026
Ruth M. Sterling, age 89, of St. Petersburg, Florida, passed away on May 14, 2026. She was born on May 15, 1936, in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, the daughter of Leroy and Nettie (Young) Mellinger.
In 1976, Ruth made Florida her home, settling in St. Pete Beach where she enjoyed the sunshine and coastal life for many years. She loved to travel, and...
Michael Junior Peters
May 12, 2026
Peters, Michael J.
Of Vicksburg
Michael J. Peters, age 101, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 12, 2026. Michael was born on February 11, 1925, to Michael & Dena (Westveer) Peters.
He attended Kalamazoo Central high school, graduating in 1943. After graduation, he joined the Navy where he served for three years. During his service, he received the purple heart. Michael met Mary...
Mark Lewis Ver Sluis
May 8, 2026
Mark Lewis Ver Sluis, age 75, of Kalamazoo, Michigan, passed away on May 8, 2026. He was born on August 26, 1950, in Kalamazoo, the son of Arthur and Dorothea (Right) Ver Sluis.
Mark attended Kalamazoo Christian High School before continuing his education at Kalamazoo College, where he earned his bachelor's degree. He later worked alongside his father at Ver Sluis...
Douglas Drenth
May 7, 2026
Douglas Jay Drenth
It is with broken hearts that we announce the passing of Douglas Jay Drenth on to glory with Jesus. Doug was preceded in death by his parents, Esther and Frederick Drenth and his sister. Pamela Joy (Drenth) Van Weelden. Doug is survived by his wife, Dawn (Spitters) Drenth. They were blessed with two children: Justin (Stephanie) Drenth (children...
Frank Eugene Freeland
May 6, 2026
Frank Eugene Freeland, of Scotts, passed away on May 6, 2026, at the age of 87. Born on October 2, 1938, Frank’s lifelong connection to Indian Lake began in childhood when his family moved to what would become his forever home at the age of ten. This cherished place was not only where he was raised, but where he went...
Christopher William Liggett
May 5, 2026
Christopher William Liggett was born on March 4, 1952, and passed away peacefully on May 5, 2026.
Chris loved fishing, golf, music, and spending time with family and friends. He had a quick wit, a clever sense of humor and a fun-loving nature. He was also a fiercely competitive card and domino player and a devoted Detroit Lions superfan.
Chris was born...
Christopher Allen Zurawski
May 4, 2026
Christopher Zurawski, of Grand Haven passed away on Monday, May 4, 2026 at the age of 55.
A full obituary is in the process of being written.
Chris is being cremated and no services are planned at this time
While at www.amsfuneralhomes.com please take time to sign Chris’ guestbook and share your favorite memory with his family.
The Zurawski family is being cared...
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