Mary DeHarte
Dec 15, 2023
Mary E. DeHarte, of Kalamazoo passed away on Friday, December 15, 2023 at the age of 91.
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Marlie B. Smith
Dec 12, 2023
Marlie B. Smith, 86, of Portage, MI, passed from this life into the loving, merciful arms of Jesus on Tuesday, December 12, 2023. The son of Phernam.T. and Elizabeth (MacNaughton) Smith, he was born on June 15, 1937, in Avon Township, MI, where he was raised and educated.
A devout Catholic from a young age and a fourth-degree Knight with...
Alexander "Alex" Patrick Benson
Dec 12, 2023
Alexander Patrick Benson
Passed away unexpectedly Tuesday 12/12. Alex grew up in Mattawan, MI and is survived by the love of his life Meredith Mitchell, his parents Cheryl Benson, Brian Benson (Nancy Doyle), his siblings Zachary Benson, Sara Benson, Elizabeth Benson, his grandparents Barb Morren, and Bonnie and Rupe Benson, as well as his many beloved aunts, uncles, and...
Raymond Michael Shearer
Dec 12, 2023
Raymond Michael Shearer, born on November 14, 1943, in Kalamazoo, MI, peacefully passed away on December 12, 2023. Raymond's existence was a testament to the many joys and accomplishments that can be found in a life well-lived. Ray was born on November 14, 1943 in Kalamazoo. He was the son of Lynn and Doris (Bingham) Shearer. He was one of...
Robert "Bob" Preston Harper
Dec 11, 2023
Robert "Bob" Preston Harper, a beloved member of the Vicksburg community, passed away on, Monday, December 11, 2023 at the age of 86. He was born on December 6, 1937, in his hometown of Vicksburg to his parents Harold and Mabelle (Cilley) Harper.Bob's journey through life was marked by profound dedication to his pursuits and a warm-hearted personality that touched...
Wanda Lea Hageman
Dec 9, 2023
Wanda Lea Hageman April 28, 1934 – December 9, 2023
Wanda was born in Holden, West Virginia on April 28, 1934 the fifth of eight children born to Gilbert and Violet (Morrison) Cremeans. In 1951 she married her high school sweetheart, Richard Jeffries and they lived in Earling, West Virginia until moving to Plainwell, Michigan in 1955 with their daughter...
James Whittaker & Robin Waite
Dec 9, 2023
Robin Renee Waite - March 12,1970 - December 2, 2023
James Whittaker February 12, 1975 - December 9, 2023
Robin and Jamie passed away one week apart in December. The daughter and son of James Whittaker and Malvia Dyer they will be forever loved and deeply missed. Robin was Born on March 12, 1970 at Pipp Community Hospital in Plainwell....
Laura LaRoy
Dec 9, 2023
Laura Louise LaRoy (Beach), 91, passed away peacefully on December 9, 2023. She was born in Kalamazoo, Michigan on March 20, 1932, the daughter of Harold Elmer and Rosa Elizabeth Beach.
Laura was united in marriage to Kenneth Charles Tassell on February 11, 1950. Together they had six children. They worked hard and had a lot of fun...
R. William Farquhar
Dec 6, 2023
R. William Farquhar (Bill), 84 years old, passed away on Wednesday, December 6th 2023 surrounded by his family. Bill grew up in Marcellus, MI with his parents and siblings. He married his wife Marsha (Marusek) in 1961, and they recently celebrated 62 years of marriage together. They had three children: William, Ron, and Tony. Bill was a hard-working man who...
Dennis L. Kelley
Dec 6, 2023
Dennis Lynn Kelley, a beloved husband, father, brother, and grandfather, passed away unexpectedly on December 6, 2023. Dennis was born to Marjorie and Kenneth Kelley and grew up alongside his brother Jerry Kelley, all of whom he is now peacefully reunited with.
Dennis is survived by his loving wife of 34 years, Beverly Kelley. Together, he and his “Boo”...
Jerome Robert "J.R." Fulton
Dec 5, 2023
Jerome Robert Fulton (J.R.) peacefully left his earthly body at the age of 85 on Tuesday, December 5, 2023, to claim his promised spot in Jesus heavenly home. He was born to Harry and Marian (Hill) Fulton on August 28, 1938, making him the fourth generation of Fulton's born in Vicksburg, Ml. He assumed the role of pesky brother...
Lorin Duane Bayles
Dec 4, 2023
Lorin Duane Bayles
March 29, 1945 – December 4, 2023
Lorin Duane Bayles of Kalamazoo MI, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, December 4, 2023 at the age of 78. Lorin was born in Niles, MI in 1945 to Alden and Ruth (Gassner) Bayles. He graduated from Niles High School in 1963, before receiving an accounting degree at Western Michigan University....
Sherlene Marie Belden
Dec 4, 2023
Sherlene Marie Schmitt-Belden passed away December 04, 2023. Sherlene was born to Stanley and Bethel (Root) Schmitt on November 23, 1945, the fourth of seven children. Sherlene loved her family and would do anything for anyone who needed it. She was kind and loving and embraced those who always needed it most. Sherlene went back to school with young children...
Sherlene Marie Schmitt-Belden
Dec 4, 2023
Sherlene Marie Schmitt-Belden passed away December 4, 2023 with her family by her side. Sherlene was born to Stanley and Bethel (Root) Schmitt on November 23, 1945, the fourth of seven children. Sherlene loved her family and would do anything for anyone who needed it. She was kind and loving and embraced those who always needed it most. Sherlene...
Larry Duncan Bacheller
Dec 3, 2023
Larry Duncan Bacheller Sr.
An outstanding citizen, son, brother, husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, friend, and veteran. Born on December 2, 1938. He was welcomed at the gates of Heaven on December 3, 2023.
If you knew Larry, he touched your life in some way. He was a noble man, a hero to many, a man who was from the...
Dean Crawford
Dec 3, 2023
Dean Barrett Crawford, a beloved husband, father, brother, and caring individual, passed away peacefully at home on December 3, 2023, after bravely battling health issues for over a year. Dean was born on November 20, 1958, in Kalamazoo, Michigan to his loving parents Dick and Shirley Crawford. Dean grew up in Vicksburg and graduated from Vicksburg High School with...
Myrtle Broadhurst
Dec 1, 2023
Myrtle Broadhurst Age 94 - Otsego, MI Myrtle Perlin Broadhurst of Otsego, age 94, passed away on December 1, 2023 at Wings Home in Allegan. She was born to Perlin and James Vanarsdal at home in Otsego on Mother's Day, May 12, 1929, the sixth of eleven children. Myrtle went to Hart School where she finished eighth grade then...
Marilyn Willis
Dec 1, 2023
Marilyn Joyce (Lamphere) Willis, a beloved resident of Kalamazoo, MI, passed away on December 1st, 2023, at the age of 91. Her life began in Cadillac, Michigan, on September 1st, 1932, as the daughter of Roy and Stella (Burst) Lamphere.
After graduating from Cadillac High School in 1950, Marilyn embarked on a journey of enduring love when she married her...
Teri Lynn Gilger
Nov 30, 2023
Teri Gilger passed away on November 30th, 2023, after a courageous battle with cancer. She was born on November 17, 1959, in Kalamazoo, Michigan. Teri graduated from Portage Central High School in 1978 where she excelled at many sports. She received a softball scholarship to Western Michigan University.
For the next 25 years, she was a beloved teacher in the...
Eric Steven Brightwell
Nov 29, 2023
Eric Steven Brightwell, 48, of Lawton, MI, passed away on Wednesday, November 29, 2023, in Kalamazoo, MI. He was born on Saturday, August 2, 1975, in Kalamazoo, MI, the son of David A. Brightwell and Sharon M. Lovely.
Eric is survived by his father Dave Brightwell, and his mother Sharon Lovely; his brothers Michael (Holly) Brightwell, Craig Brightwell; son...