Obituaries
Verna Marie Kimsey
Nov 16, 2024
Verna Marie Kimsey (Vallentgoed) died November 16, 2024, in Kalamazoo, MI, of natural causes. Verna, known to her friends and family as Marie, was born in Detroit and grew up on a dairy farm outside of town. She moved to Kalamazoo to attend Western Michigan University and never left. Marie is pre-deceased by her husband Ernest Neil Kimsey and survived...
Gertrude Chapin
Nov 16, 2024
Gertrude Regina Chapin passed away Saturday, November 16, 2024 surrounded by her husband and daughters at her home in Schoolcraft, Michigan.
Gertrude (Trudi) was born October 27, 1931 in Boston, Massachusetts to Earl and Wilma Buchanan. Her mother and father both died when Trudi was very young and she and her siblings became wards of the City of Boston entering the...
Betty Ann Butcher
Nov 16, 2024
Betty Ann Butcher, of Portage; a beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, passed away, on November 16, 2024, at the age of 87. Born on October 14, 1937, in Vicksburg, Michigan. She was the daughter of Lawrence and Daisy (Barber) Grinder.
Growing up in Vicksburg, Betty graduated from Vicksburg High School as a proud member of the Class of 1955. Her greatest...
Floyd V. Marr
Nov 14, 2024
After over 92 years of life, the family of Floyd Virgil Marr announces his passing. Floyd passed away on November 14th, 2024 at his residence in Paw Paw, Michigan. Floyd was born on June 6th, 1932 to parents Boyd John Marr and Hertha Marr (nèe Rodseck).
Among his many accomplishments, Floyd proudly served in the United States Army from November of...
Norman Carlson
Nov 14, 2024
Norman Eugene Carlson died just before sunrise on November 14, 2024, at the age of 90. His wife Mary, his son Paul, and his daughter Sarah were with him.
Norm was born July 21, 1934, on the South Side of Chicago during a famous heat wave. He grew up in a melting-pot urban environment, anchored by a large extended Swedish family...
Brian Leslie
Nov 14, 2024
Brian David Leslie, aged 57, passed away on November 14, 2024 at Bronson Hospital in Kalamazoo, Michigan after an extended illness. In accordance with his wishes there will be a memorial celebration of his life on Tuesday, November 19th at 12:00 pm. The service will be at Portage Chapel Hill Church, 7028 Oakland Drive, Portage, Michigan. Memorial contributions may be...
Duane Vander Ploeg
Nov 14, 2024
Duane Calvin Vanderploeg, 76, passed away on November 14, 2024, at his home in Martin, Michigan. He was born October 27, 1948, to Johanas and Bertha (Scholton) Vanderploeg. Duane was a self-employed builder.
He will be lovingly remembered by his children Michelle Vanderploeg and Joe (Michelle Wells) Vanderploeg, His loving partner of 18 ½ years Darlene Wiborn, her son Jon (Kelsey)...
Judith "Judy" M. Linders
Nov 14, 2024
Judy M. Linders, age 85, of Portage, MI, entered her eternal home with her Lord and Savior on November 14, 2024, surrounded by love and comfort. Born on November 10, 1939, in Kalamazoo to Norman and Ruth Pomeroy, Judy lived a life of grace, kindness, and devotion to her family and faith.
A graduate of Schoolcraft High School, Judy built a...
Andrew Hetrick
Nov 12, 2024
Andrew Charles Hetrick, or Andy as he preferred to be called, came into this world on March 16, 1966, the youngest child of Donald and Rosalie (Verburg) Hetrick. Andy was the sixth child for the couple, and he had a lot of keeping up to do with five older siblings. As a child, he was known for his big, bright...
Ann Y Wedel
Nov 12, 2024
Ann Y Wedel, a beloved wife, mother, and cherished friend, passed away on November 12, 2024, at the age of 88. Born on April 10, 1936, she was the daughter of Deo and Yvonne (Brown) Henry. A graduate of Climax High School with the Class of 1954.
Ann took great pride in her role as farmer's wife, working alongside her husband...
Donald E. Dalman
Nov 12, 2024
Donald E. “Butch” Dalman, of Fulton, passed away on Tuesday, November 12, 2024, at the age of 79. Don was a beloved husband, father, and friend. Don was born on February 15, 1945, in Vicksburg. He was the son Donald P. and Mildred (Huntington) Dalman.
A proud graduate of the Class of 1963 from Vicksburg High School. Don was an active...
Ty "Ty Bob" Robert Flick
Nov 11, 2024
Ty "Ty Bob" Robert Flick, born on August 14, 1974, in Flint, Michigan, was a loving husband, devoted father, and cherished friend whose spirit touched the lives of many. He passed on November 11, 2024, at the age of 50. Ty leaves behind a legacy of strength, humor, and unwavering dedication to those he loved.
Ty was a graduate of Flushing...
Dona Gilson
Nov 10, 2024
Dona Jean Gilson, age 90, passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 10, 2024. Dona was born on November 17, 1933, in Otsego, the daughter of Harold and Pearl (Cole) Miller. She was born at her grandmother’s house during a blizzard. She graduated Plainwell high school.
In 1951, she married the love of her life, Everett “Gil” Gilson. They were married for...
Jean Scott
Nov 8, 2024
Jean Helen Scott
November 24, 1948 – November 8, 2024
Jean H. Scott, age 75, of Galesburg, Michigan, passed away on November 8, 2024, at Bronson Hospital, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on November 24, 1948, in Hastings, Michigan, to Edgar Raymond and Jessie (Patten) Wall.
A proud graduate of Maple Valley High School in 1966, Jean continued her education...
Charles "Bud" Donnelly
Nov 7, 2024
Charles "Bud" Donnelly, a beloved educator, mentor, and avid tennis enthusiast, passed away peacefully at home on November 7, 2024, surrounded by his loving wife and daughters. He was born on October 28, 1934, in Kalamazoo, MI.
Bud graduated from Kalamazoo Central High School in 1952, followed by earning his Bachelor of Arts degree from Western Michigan University in 1956. Bud...
Marilyn G. Clysdale
Nov 6, 2024
Marilyn G. Clysdale passed away November 6, 2024 in Kalamazoo with her children by her side. She was 95. Marilyn is preceded in death by her beloved husband, Pat, who she was married to for 69 years. Marilyn is survived by her three children: Pam (Matt) Means, Tim (Linda) Clysdale, Jane (Gerry) Feldman; her grandchildren: Lauren (Justin) Brock, Kayla (Joe)...
Sharon Ann Schmitt
Nov 4, 2024
Sharon Ann Schmitt, a beloved daughter, wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend passed away comfortably at home in Schoolcraft, Michigan, on November 4, 2024, at the age of 75. She was born on May 25, 1949, in Kalamazoo, Michigan, and throughout her life, she made significant contributions to her family, community, and profession.
Sharon dedicated 30 years of her career to...
Schari Bartholomew
Nov 2, 2024
Schari Lynn (Evans) Bartholomew, age 77, passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 2, 2024 at her home in Schoolcraft. She was born on July 1, 1947, in Kalamazoo, the daughter of Richard and Irene (Knapp) Evans. Schari was a 1965 graduate of Comstock High School. She loved time with family and friends. She also enjoyed working with horses and trail...
Patricia Kirkland Betwee
Oct 31, 2024
BETWEE, PATRICIA ANN KIRKLAND 80, passed away unexpectedly October 31, 2024, at Bronson Methodist Hospital with her family at her side. Pat was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, cousin and friend.
Pat was born December 6, 1943, in Detroit, Mich. to James and Mary Kirkland, the eldest of three children. Her parents emigrated from Scotland, and Pat was...
Marlene Hambright
Oct 31, 2024
Marlene Kay (Clubb) Hambright of Vicksburg, MI, passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 31, 2024. Born on March 2, 1940, in Bedford, IN, Marlene was the cherished daughter of Perl Clubb and Clara (Dalton) Clark. She lived a life full of love, warmth, and kindness, leaving a legacy of treasured memories and traditions for all who knew her.
Marlene married Alvin...
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