Obituaries

Sep 5, 2024

John David Connell, born on November 12, 1976, in Hoffman Estates, IL, passed away on September 5, 2024, in Kalamazoo, MI. He was the beloved son of Frank Connell and DeLois McNew.

John attended Hoffman Estates High School and graduated in 1995. After graduation, he began his career as a claims adjuster. On September 21, 2002, John married Michelle Jackson...

Sep 4, 2024

Sep 1, 2024

Chad Overweg, a beloved son, husband, father, brother, and friend, passed away on September 1, 2024, in Kalamazoo, MI, leaving behind a legacy of hard work, love, and devotion that will be cherished by all who knew him. Born on February 7, 1975, in Vicksburg, MI, to Jerry Overweg and Karen Howard, Chad was a man whose roots ran deep...

Aug 29, 2024

Jeffrey (Jeff) Dale Ladd of Schoolcraft, MI, age 57, passed away August 29, 2024, at Rose Arbor Place in Kalamazoo, MI. Jeff was born in Deckerville, MI to Dale and Dixie Ladd. 

Jeff’s early years were spent helping his father on their farm with various livestock and participating in 4H. In high school, Jeff was President of Future Farmers of America...

Aug 28, 2024

Charlene Joyce (Haynes) Eaton, beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, peacefully passed away on August 28, 2024, at the age of 86. Born on October 30, 1937, she was the fourth of nine children to Catherine and Charles Haynes, who owned a cherished furniture store in Marcellus.

Charlene's life was marked by a deep love for family, community, and the simple joys...

Aug 27, 2024

Dolores Jean (Wine) Ahrndt, beloved Wife of Jack Ahrndt, mother, grandmother, and cherished friend, passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of Love and warmth that will be treasured by generations to come. Known for her nurturing spirit and unwavering support, Dolores touched the lives of everyone she met. 

Born with a heart full of compassion, Dolores dedicated her life to...

Aug 26, 2024

Mary (Littell) Lewman, 87, passed away on August 26, 2024, at Borgess Medical Center in Kalamazoo, MI, surrounded by her loving family. 

 Mary was born on December 15, 1936, in Vicksburg, MI, to Herbert and Renee (Valette) Littell. Mary married Raymond Lewman on Sept. 18, 1954. In addition to raising four children, she worked in the Galesburg - Augusta Schools for...

Aug 26, 2024

Ronald Zelden Gregersen, Sr, passed away on 26 August 2024. On September 3rd he would have been 86. He will be missed, deeply, by all who knew and loved him. 

He enjoyed a full life, overcoming many personal obstacles, including losing a leg from a motorcycle accident when he was in his early twenties. 

He enjoyed being a farm mechanic on the...

Aug 25, 2024

Dorothy Cooper, 94, a long-time resident of Marcellus, passed away on August 25, 2024, at “A Place Called Home” in Stevensville, where she'd been a resident for the past four years. Dorothy was born invNiles on December 30, 1929, to Arthur and Jessie (Holmes) Blood, and grew up in Dowagiac where she graduated high school.

On December 18, 1948, she married...

Aug 25, 2024

Mark Thompson

John Mark Thompson, aged 95, passed away on August 25, 2024, in Kalamazoo, MI. Born on March 14, 1929, in West Hartford, Connecticut, Mark led a distinguished life marked by a profound commitment to education and social justice.

Mark embarked on an extensive educational journey that began with an A.B. from Harvard College in 1951, followed by a B.D. from...

Aug 24, 2024

Edward Harvey Rehe, born on January 14, 1949, in Chicago, IL, passed away peacefully on August 24, 2024, in Portage, MI, at the age of 75. Edward was a beloved father, grandfather, brother, and friend whose life was defined by service, hard work, and a love for adventure.

Edward proudly served his country as a United States Marine in Company B,...

Aug 23, 2024

Reginald Gaggino of Royal Oak, Mich., died Aug. 23, 2024. He was 93.

Mr. Gaggino was born in Singapore Oct. 11, 1930, and grew up in Hong Kong during World War II before coming to the United States in 1950 to seek an engineering degree. He was drafted into the U.S. Army in 1956 as a Private First Class.

That same year,...

Aug 23, 2024

Caryn Joan Zonyk, lovingly remembered as a beacon of joy and laughter, was born on November 22, 1951, in Vicksburg, Michigan. She passed away on August 23, 2024, in Wayland, Michigan, at the age of 72. 

Caryn’s journey through life was marked by a devotion to her career and an unwavering commitment to her loved ones. After graduating from Vicksburg High...

Aug 19, 2024

In loving memory of Carol Ann Ledesma (Cunningham)

It has been 1 year since we said our final goodbyes to the vibrant, funny, and truly unforgettable Carol Ann, who passed away August 19,2024, after a courageous and hard fought battle with breast cancer.

A true redhead in every way, Carol Ann epitomized spunk, fun, and an incredible zest for life. She was...

Aug 19, 2024

Rhea E. Foreman, age 72, passed away Monday August 19th with her family by her side. Rhea was born October 18, 1951, in Adrian MI. Shortly thereafter, her family moved to Grayling, MI where she was raised and graduated from Grayling High School. In the late 70’s Rhea moved to the Kalamazoo area and worked for the Meijer Co for...

Aug 16, 2024

Raymond Lawrence CovilleDecember 18, 1949 - August 12, 2024Galesburg, MI.Raymond was born in Kalamazoo, Michigan. He was the son of Roy L. and Isophene O. Coville.

A proud graduate of Galesburg-Augusta High School, he was a member of the 1967 state championship team. He also was on the wrestling team with a record of 99-15-2. The National Amateur Wrestling Magazine named...

Aug 14, 2024

 It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Patricia Ann Schneider, who left this world on August 14, 2024. She was 70 years old. Patty was born in Portage to James and Jean Smothers (Van Wyk) and they later moved to the farm in Lawrence where she returned to after living for years in Shelbyville, IN.

Family meant...

Aug 14, 2024

Raymond L. LeZotte, of Vicksburg passed away on Wednesday, August 14, 2024, at the age of 86. He was born on December 17, 1937, in Ludington, MI. He was the son of John and Gladys (Shilander) LeZotte. He leaves behind a legacy of dedication, love, and kindness that will be cherished by all who knew him.

 A proud graduate of State...

Aug 14, 2024

Judith Elaine Poole of Plainwell, Michigan passed away on Wednesday, August 14, 2024, at the age of 85. She was born in Bellows Falls, Vermont on March 20, 1939, the daughter of Norman Faulkner and Gladys Hanson. 

She is preceded in her passing by her parents and daughter: Tracey Zell.

Left to cherish her loving memory is her son: Barney (Amy) Poole;...

Aug 13, 2024

Opal T. Allen, born June 3, 1932, of Augusta, MI passed away on Tuesday, August 13, 2024. Opal was born in Bloomington, IL to Roy and Stella (Harris) House. Her mother later married George Thompson who was a major influence in raising Opal and her siblings. Opal was preceded in death by her parents and stepfather George Thompson, brother George...