Oct 25, 2025

Patsy Lou (Richer) LaScala, 92, passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 25th 2025 in Kalamazoo, MI. She was born on October 30th,1932 in Grand Rapids Michigan to the late Geneva and Fenton Richer.

Patsy graduated from Kalamazoo Central High School in 1951 and attended Kalamazoo Valley Community College. She was a switchboard operator at Upjohn, then went on to work at...

Oct 24, 2025

Anthony "Tony" Lester Blodgett, age 59, of Kalamazoo, MI, passed away peacefully on October 24, 2025. He was born on October 17, 1966, in Kalamazoo, the son of Andrew and Joyce (Ryskamp) Blodgett.

On January 16, 1996, Tony married the love of his life, Kristy Brown, in Las Vegas, Nevada. Together they built a beautiful life and raised two wonderful children,...

Oct 23, 2025

Lisa Ann (Herrick) Agate, age 65, of Kalamazoo, MI, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on October 23, 2025. She was born on March 21, 1960, in Madrid, Spain, to Thomas Herrick and Mary Dietrich. Lisa spent her early childhood in Guam before moving back to the United States. While her father served in the Air Force, the family lived...

Oct 23, 2025

Tracey Ann Sulka, 58, of Augusta MI, was called home on October 23, 2025 after a diagnosis of Stage IV cancer earlier in the month. She was surrounded by her husband and siblings at the time of her passing.

Tracey was born on July 2, 1967 to Garry and Patricia Kortz in Grand Rapids, MI, and lived in Bellevue, IL;...

Oct 21, 2025

Sharon Ann Zinser, passed away on Tuesday, October 21, 2025, at the age of 73. She was born on May 31, 1952, in the Detroit, MI area. She was the daughter of Edward and Gladys (Reynaud) Czech. She is remembered as a devoted wife, mother, and active community member whose warmth and generosity touched the hearts of many.

She graduated from...

Oct 20, 2025

With heavy hearts, we honor and celebrate the life of Chad Everett Kelly, age 54, of Plainwell, Michigan. Born on December 30, 1970, in Honolulu, Hawaii, to Terrence Kelly and Betty Kelly, Chad passed away peacefully on October 20, 2025, leaving behind a lifetime filled with love, laughter, and creativity. Chad's early years were shaped by his family's life of travel...

Oct 20, 2025

Oct 19, 2025

 Molly Emma Gould, 73, of Portage, MI, passed away on October 19, 2025, of breast cancer surrounded by family. Molly was born August 26, 1952, in Owosso, MI, the daughter of Mary Emma Hendry (Beattie) and stepfather Rader Hendry.

Molly graduated from Ashley High School in 1970, then went on to college, earning a bachelor’s degree at Western Michigan University.

Molly worked...

Oct 18, 2025

In Loving Memory of Roland Duane Predum

Roland Duane Predum, who went by the name Ron, was born on October 21, 1935, and passed away peacefully at his home on Saturday, October 18, 2025. He was a longtime resident of Plainwell, Michigan.

A Life Well Lived

Ron had a deep appreciation for the outdoors, and his love for nature was evident in the...

Oct 18, 2025

Gerald E. Sell, II of Portage passed away on Saturday, October 18, 2025 at the age of 64. He was born in Kalamazoo, MI on March 22, 1961. Gerald was the son of Gerald and Merle Lucille (Boyd) Sell. 

A complete obituary is in the process of being written. 

While at www.amsfuneralhomes.com please take time to sign his guestbook and/or share your...

Oct 18, 2025

John Henry Tucker, of Plainwell and formerly of Kalamazoo passed away on Saturday, October 18, 2025, at the age of 80.He was born on June 19, 1945, on the west side of Chicago, IL He leaves behind a legacy marked by compassion and dedication in both his personal life and his career.

For over 20 years, John dedicated himself to the...

Oct 16, 2025

John "Johnnie" Paul Boysen, 47, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, October 16, 2025. Born on June 30, 1978, in Plainwell, MI, to Paul and Peggy (Hayes) Boysen, Johnnie grew up surrounded by family, friends, and a deep love for the outdoors that would stay with him throughout his life.

For the past thirteen years, Johnnie worked at West Michigan Scales...

Oct 16, 2025

Patricia "Trish" Grace McGregor went home to be with her Lord on October 16, 2025, after a long and courageous battle with cancer. Trish was born in Kalamazoo, Michigan, on October 29, 1957, to Robert and Shirley Roach. She attended Parchment Schools and graduated from Parchment High School in 1975 before continuing her education at Michigan State University.

From 1982 to...

Oct 16, 2025

Franklin Edward Meade of Allegan, MI passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, October 16, 2025 from a heart attack at the age of 36. He was born on April 27, 1989, in Allegan, MI the son of Herbert Meade and Theresa Rook.

Frank’s family will miss him dearly and they were proud of the fact that he had been turning his life...

Oct 15, 2025

Joan Patricia White, age 83, beloved wife and mother, passed away peacefully on October 15, 2025, from angiosarcoma cancer. Born March 24, 1942, in Plainwell, Michigan, to Clifford and Myrtle Petersen, Joan's life was marked by warmth, kindness and a generous spirit that touched many. She graduated from Plainwell High School in 1959 after performing as lead majorette in the marching...

Oct 15, 2025

Terry Irgens, age 68, of Plainwell, MI, passed away peacefully on October 15, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family. She was born on November 19, 1956, in Albion, MI, to Christine Haywood and the late Forrest Hanks.

Terry's life was defined by her deep love for family, her kindness, and her joyful spirit. She first married Steve Morgan in...

Oct 15, 2025

Born October 10, 1943 in Lansing to William H. and Beverly J. Kissel Harris. Early in life she attended Kalamazoo Public Schools and eventually graduated from Three Rivers High School in 1962. From 1963 to 1975 she was married to Raymond Wetherbee. Sharron attended American Beauty Academy and worked as a beautician. She also worked at Bronson Methodist Hospital (1985-1995)...

Oct 12, 2025

David G. Waters of Plainwell passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 12, 2025, at his home. Dave was born on August 7, 1943, in Plainwell. He was the son of the late Willard and Marie (Hughes) Waters. He grew up in Plainwell and graduated from Plainwell High School in 1961.

Dave leaves behind a legacy marked by love, strength, and good...

Oct 11, 2025

Dear Family and Freinds! Many of you may already be aware of my reason for this post! My mother, Sophie Maurer Dickmann von Braunau Am Inn, Austria (via Lechnitz, Romania) born, December 14, 1930, passed away peacefully in her sleep sometime between the evening of October 10th and the morning of October 11th! Her Spirit left her body to join...

Oct 10, 2025

***Please note due to the expected size of the memorial service that the location of the service has changed. It will be held at the Vicksburg United Methodist Church, 217 South Main Street, Vicksburg, MI

Heather K. (Houghton) Driskill, of Vicksburg, passed away on Friday, October 10, 2025, at the age of 39. She was born on November 13, 1985, in...