Patricia Mason

Patricia Mason

May 5, 2023

Patricia A. (Pat, Trish) Mason

January 5th, 1934 - May 5th, 2023

Patricia Anne (Walther) Mason

It is with great sadness that the family of Patricia Anne (Walther) Mason, 89, announce her passing on May 5th, 2023 at White Oaks Assisted Living Residence in Lawton, Michigan.  Patricia was born on January 5th, 1934 in Chicago, Illinois to Peter C. &...

Michael Jon Lopez

Michael Jon Lopez

May 4, 2023

Michael Jon Lopez of Vicksburg, MI passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 4, 2023, at the age of 53, after a courageous short battle with Pancreatic cancer. He was born in Grand Rapids, MI on March 1, 1970, the son of Pedro (Pete) Lopez and Deborah (Volkers-Lopez) Williamson.

Michael grew up in Rockford, MI. He worked in construction for many...

Tricia Rose Miller

Tricia Rose Miller

May 4, 2023

Tricia Rose Miller of Vicksburg, MI passed away peacefully in her sleep on Wednesday, May 4, 2023, at the age of 16. She was born in Kalamazoo, MI on May 4, 2007, the daughter of Amy Miller.

Trish enjoyed a great many things including watching Dora the Explorer, chocolate pudding, riding the school bus at Woods Edge Learning Center, playing...

William "Bill" Herbert Klein

William "Bill" Herbert Klein

Apr 30, 2023

William Herbert Klein, 84, of Portage, MI, went home to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Sunday, April 30, 2023. He was born February 9,1939 in Pittsburgh, PA to Sylvester and Caroline Klein. Bill was the youngest of three boys. He moved to Kalamazoo, Michigan in 1966 and worked at General Motors in his specialties of pattern...

Mary Jane Peters

Mary Jane Peters

Apr 29, 2023

Peters, Mary J.

Of Vicksburg

Mary Peters, age 96, passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 29, 2023.  Mary was born on July 20, 1926, to Harry & Gladys (Cody) Eno.

Visit with family and friends on Monday, May 8 from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at the Avink, McCowen & Secord Funeral Home; 409 S. Main St., Vicksburg, MI 49097. ...

Leta Marie Ritter

Leta Marie Ritter

Apr 28, 2023

Leta Marie Ritter December 24, 1925 ~ April 28, 2023 Leta Marie Ritter passed away peacefully just before midnight on April 28, 2023, after numerous bedside visits from her family, friends, and pastor. Leta was born on December 24, 1925, at home in Wakelee Michigan and grew up on the family farm. She was the daughter of the late Sherman...

Gwendolyn L. Sherman

Gwendolyn L. Sherman

Apr 28, 2023

Gwendolyn Lee (Oswalt) Sherman, age 84, passed away at Birch Meadows Care Facility on April 28, 2023, after a prolonged Alzheimer’s affliction. She leaves behind her husband of 61 years, Gary; sons, Geoffrey M. and wife Megan (Clore), Garth W. and wife Alison (Stensrude); grandchildren, Blake, Rachel, Chase, Maxw, Nathan and Cooper; a brother, William Lewis Oswalt. She was preceded...

Ricardo Escamilla

Ricardo Escamilla

Apr 26, 2023

 

 

Ricardo Escamilla, of Idlewild, MI, formerly of Vicksburg, passed away on April 26, 2023. Ricardo was born on April 11, 1960 and was the son of Jose and Jesusa Escamilla. He attended Vicksburg Community Schools and graduated with the class of 1978. During high school, he was a member of the cross-country and track teams. After graduation from...

Cecelia Brum Plemmons

Cecelia Brum Plemmons

Apr 26, 2023

Cecelia Brum Plemmons of Naples, FL. passed away on April 26, 2023. She was 90 years old.

Cecelia was born in Enid, Ok. on March 3, 1933, to George and Helen Brum.Cecelia is survived by her husband of 69 years Bob Charles Plemmons. She is also survivedby her daughter, Cindy, and husband Tom Schinzel, her three sons Kevin and wife...

Marla K. Kniss-Boss

Marla K. Kniss-Boss

Apr 24, 2023

Marla Kay Kniss-Boss, 70, of Plainwell died unexpectedly in her home on April 24, 2023. She was born in Kalamazoo to the late Marvin and Martha (Henderson) Anson on September 8, 1952.

Marla was one of the few students that attended the North Pine Lake School when it closed. Her Father and Grandmother also attended the same one room schoolhouse....

John T. Deason

John T. Deason

Apr 24, 2023

John Deason, 81, of Wayland, passed away Monday, April 24, 2023, at University of Michigan Health-West in Wyoming. John was born April 7, 1942, the son of Raymond and Helen (Griffin) Deason. John was a 1961 graduate of Plainwell High School and went on to serve in the United States Marines. He was employed with General Motors in Kalamazoo, retiring...

Daniel Kebert Herrington

Daniel Kebert Herrington

Apr 24, 2023

Daniel Herrington of Plainwell, MI passed away on Monday, April 24, 2023, at the age of 81. He was born on August 29, 1941 in Kalamazoo, MI the son of Bernard and Luella (Kebert) Herrington.

He grew up in Alamo, MI and moved to Gun Lake around the age of 9. He graduated from Delton High School. Growing up in...

Frances Gwendolyn Mullin

Frances Gwendolyn Mullin

Apr 23, 2023

Frances Gwendolyn Mullin April 8, 1934 ~ April 23, 2023 Frances Mullin, 89 of Marcellus, Michigan, passed away Sunday April 23, 2023, in Paw Paw, Michigan. She was born in Peoria Illinois on April 8, 1934, the daughter of Edward Edinburg and Dora Stratten. Cremation has taken place. Memorial donations may be directed to the Mater-Ralston Funeral Home to offset...

Johnny Lewis Dragoo

Johnny Lewis Dragoo

Apr 23, 2023

John passed away suddenly at home on Sunday, April 23, 2023 at the age of 75.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Earl & Hazel Dragoo, and his wife of 49 years, Lynn.  Beloved father of Heather & Heidi.  Proud Grandpa of Madison, Keegan and Hayden.  Brother of Paula Druckenbrodt (Doug) and the late Francis Dragoo (Christine).  He...

Darel E. Saxman

Darel E. Saxman

Apr 19, 2023

Darel E. Saxman, 82, of Mendon, passed away peacefully Wednesday, April 19, 2023, at Rose Arbor in Kalamazoo, after a long illness, with his family at his side. Darel was born at home on November 29, 1940, in Leonidas, the son of Kenneth and Bessie (Dove) Saxman. Darel was employed as a pump repairman for L & S Pump Service...

Barbara June Kline

Barbara June Kline

Apr 16, 2023

 

Barbara June Kline, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and cherished member of the Schoolcraft community, passed away peacefully on April 16, 2023, at the age of 96. Her unwavering love and dedication to her family, her vibrant spirit, and her countless contributions to her community will forever be remembered.

June was born on June 6, 1926, in Schoolcraft,...

James Edward Fess

James Edward Fess

Apr 14, 2023

 

 

James Edward Fess, 91, of Vicksburg, passed away Friday, April 14, 2023. He was born Wednesday, December 9, 1931 in Toledo, OH, the son of Theodore and Agnes (Jones) Fess and the youngest of four siblings.

James retired from Pfizer (formerly Upjohns) after fifty-five years. He made a living building houses, having even built one for himself on...

David Joseph Hines

David Joseph Hines

Apr 13, 2023

David Joseph Hines of  Mendon, MI passed away on Thursday, April 13, 2023 at the age of 81. Dave was born on Wednesday, July 30, 1941 to Frank and Lillian (Coby) Hines. 

Dave will forever be remembered as a kind, gentle person and an avid fisherman. While living in foster care, Dave had the most excellent caretaker: Ruth Bohm. For...

Larry Plantier

Larry Plantier

Apr 9, 2023

Plantier, Larry

“Big Lar”, our gentle giant beloved father to Nick and Rob. Grandfather to James and Thomas. Brother to Kathy Houser, Christine Plantier, Yvonne DeHeide, Llyod Plantier, and good friend to many.

Larry was born March 29, 1952. On April 9, 2023, Larry passed away from this earth to a peaceful eternity. Larry was preceded in death by his...

Garry Lynn Lehr

Garry Lynn Lehr

Apr 8, 2023

Garry Lynn Lehr 69, 

Kalamazoo MI

The sun rose for Garry on February 21st, 1954, His final sunset was seen on April 08th 2023. Beloved Son, Brother and Uncle, Garry was born in Kalamazoo Michigan to Parents Claude and Elise (Richardson) Lehr.

He was a man of simple words.  As he grew older, he found a love for deer hunting and...