Steven James Harrington
Nov 30, 2021
Steven James Harrington, 40, passed away on November 30, 2021 in Schoolcraft, MI. He was born on December 09, 1980, in Howell, MI to Steven & Debbie Harrington. Steven was employed with International Paper since he was 18 years old. He was a hard worker that enjoyed fishing, camping and being with his family. Steven was a kind man with...
David Richard Hovda
Nov 30, 2021
David Richard Hovda, 54, of Three Rivers, MI, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family on November 30, 2021. David was born in Kalamazoo, MI and attended Portage Public Schools. In his youth, he ran cross-country and spent much of his time outdoors. David will be remembered for his compassion and drive to help others that began early in...
Laurie A. Ivens
Nov 28, 2021
Thoughtful and kind, Laurie A. Ivens lived a heart-centered life, rich in family and friends. Laurie was a beautiful soul with a strong will. She met life's challenges with determination and confidence and celebrated its gifts with gratitude and delight. With tremendous care for others, Laurie always found a way to welcome others with kindness. A devoted mother, grandmother, and...
May Stein
Nov 28, 2021
May Stein of Lowell, MI passed away on Sunday, November 28, 2021, at the age of 92. She was born in Long Island, NY on October 11, 1929. A complete obituary is currently in the process of being written. While visiting May's tribute page please take a moment to light a candle or share a memory with the family. The...
Steve E Haven
Nov 27, 2021
Steve Earl Haven, 70, passed away peacefully on November 27, 2021 at Rose Arbor Hospice in Kalamazoo, MI. Steve was born on January 06, 1951 in Kalamazoo, MI to parents Frank and Evelyn Field Haven. Steve is survived by Kathleen Myers (Sister) of Kalamazoo, MI, Janet Bishop (Niece ) Funeral arrangements were trusted to Avink Funeral Home and Cremation Society,...
Raymond Earl Swartz Sr.
Nov 26, 2021
Raymond Earl Swartz Sr. May 22, 1954~ November 26, 2021 Raymond Earl Swartz Sr, 66 of Marcellus, Michigan passed away Friday, November 26, 2021, at home. He was born in Three Rivers, Michigan on May 22, 1954, the son of George Valentine Swartz and Erma Emma Peggels. Raymond was a CNC operator, working for 25 years at Peterson Springs. Raymond...
Allan Paul Donkel
Nov 26, 2021
Allan Paul Donkel of Kalamazoo, MI passed away on Friday, November 26, 2021, at the age of 62. He was born in Kalamazoo, MI on April 18, 1959, the son of James Donkel and Mary Agnes Pearson. A complete obituary is currently in the process of being written. While visiting Allan's tribute page please take a moment to light a...
Bruce C. Saunders
Nov 23, 2021
Spontaneous and fun, Bruce Saunders lived a life rich in family and friends. Bruce never met a stranger, and with natural comedic timing, he inspired laughter and good times wherever he was. He embraced each day as a gift and found joy in the simple things, especially spending time with those he loved. A devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend,...
James A. Gardner
Nov 23, 2021
James A. Gardner, a Kalamazoo-area businessman and beloved husband of the late Delores Gardner (Vigard), died Nov. 21 at the age of 88. He was born June 24, 1933, in Cincinnati, Ohio, to the late Theodore and Helen Gardner (Sharkey), the fourth child to arrive a busy and full household that would eventually extend to five boys and a girl....
Andrew Michael Hofman
Nov 23, 2021
Andrew M. Hofman of Schoolcraft, MI passed away on November 23, 2021, at the age of 40. He was born on April 10, 1981, in Kalamazoo, MI the son of Ronald and Gina (Olson) Hofman and brother to Shannon (Hofman) Monahan. The family will be planning a party in late spring in remembrance of Andy, the way he would have...
Samuel Penn Johnson
Nov 21, 2021
Samuel “Sam” Penn Johnson October 11, 1948~ November 21, 2021 Samuel Johnson, 73 of Michigan passed away Sunday, November 21, 2021, at his home in Marcellus Michigan. He was born in Brookville, Indiana on October 11, 1948, the son of Samuel Johnson and Irene (Long) Johnson. On July 8, 1967, in Brookville Indiana, he married his high school sweetheart, Pamela...
Anthony B. Graves
Nov 20, 2021
Anthony Beray Graves of Portage, Ml went to be with the Lord on November 20, 2021 at his home with his loving wife Melissa and family. He was born on April 15, 1968 in Grand Rapids, Ml to his parents Curtis Graves Sr. and Clemetine Graves. Fondly known as "Tony" or "TG", he graduated from Creston Senior High School In...
Timothy G. Brooks
Nov 19, 2021
Timothy George Brooks passed away Friday, November 19th, 2021 in Plainwell, MI. He was born April 11th, 1952 in Kalamazoo, MI to George & Dorothy (Ritchie) Brooks, who proceeded him in death.
He grew up in Parchment and graduated from Gull Lake High School in 1971. He worked at Allied Paper for Brooks Transportation, which was his grandpa’s company. He worked...
Niev Khabeiry
Nov 18, 2021
Niev Khabeiry of San Francisco, CA passed away on Thursday, November 18, 2021, at the age of 52. He and his twin brother: Nile Khabeiry were born in Los Angeles, CA on September 19, 1969 the sons of Janet Khabeiry.
Niev had a deep love of music and was a member of the Kalamazoo, Michigan "punk rock scene" of...
Doris Isabelle Steele
Nov 18, 2021
Doris Steele (Grandma Doe) of Plainwell, MI, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, November 18, 2021, at Borgess Hospital in Kalamazoo MI. Doris was born November 22, 1926, in Kalamazoo MI to Horace & Stella (Austin) Kirkland. She is survived by her children: Melvin (Luanne) Valkner, Chuck (Donna) Valkner, Rich (Leslie) Valkner; her stepchildren: Chris, Jeff, Della, Rhonda...
Craig Leon Sanborn
Nov 18, 2021
Craig Leon Sanborn of Portage, MI passed away on November 18, 2021, at the age of 77. He was born on July 7, 1944, in Lansing, MI. Craig was loved and cherished by all; he was a hard worker that truly enjoyed life. He was a renaissance man that was always sharp dressed, well-spoken, and well-versed in many subjects. He...
Gayle Leone Miller
Nov 17, 2021
Gayle Leone (Applegate) Miller, a lifelong resident of Vicksburg, Michigan, passed away surrounded by her family in her home on November 17, 2021, at the age of 84. She was being lovingly cared for in her home by her devoted husband of 65 years. In addition, her granddaughter, Erin Gayle Miller, provided compassionate daily care which enabled her to remain...
Kathleen S. Shoemaker
Nov 17, 2021
Kathleen S. Shoemaker, of Wayland passed away on Wednesday, November 17, 2021 at the age of 66. Kathy was born on February 1, 1955 in Muskegon. As a child Kathy enjoyed ballet. Some of her favorite things to eat were chili, sour patch kids and a burger. She enjoyed her time working for T.J. Max as a sales clerk, because...
LaVonne Stavig
Nov 14, 2021
LaVonne J. Stavig, aged 93, died in her sleep on November 14, 2021, at her residence in Kalamazoo, Michigan. Born in 1928 in Garretson, South Dakota, LaVonne was the middle daughter of Norman and Josephine Engebretson. She attended Garretson schools and graduated from high school in 1946. By age 10 she was taking piano lessons, and her singing talent became...
Olga Mesik
Nov 14, 2021
Olga Mesik, age 99, passed away peacefully at Vicinia Gardens, Otsego, MI on November 14, 2021. She was born at home on April 25, 1922, to Prokop “Joseph” and Eudokija “Emma” (Lytwyn) Magierka in Alamo Township, Kalamazoo, MI. Olga had four brothers and four sisters; all have preceded her in death. She always celebrated her birthday on April 24th because...