Tracy (De Grazia) Mannes
July 13, 1969 – December 21, 2024
Tracy Ann (De Grazia) Mannes, age 55, of Climax, MI., passed away December 21, 2024, surrounded by her husband and children after a fierce two-and-a-half-year battle with advanced ovarian cancer. Her love for Jesus and her devotion to her faith was steadfast, even through great pain and suffering she showed us...
Deborah Leah Hoch (Stacy)
Born to Galen Hoch and Wilberta Randall on August 16, 1956. She passed away December 12, 2024. She leaves behind her three children; David, Kevin, and Nicole, eight grandchildren, 4 great-grandchildren, a sister, and her dearest friend Robin Purser.
God looked around his garden and saw an empty place,
he then looked upon earth and saw your tired face.
He...
Sallie Honell
February 26, 1934 – December 14, 2024
Sallie Honell, age 90, passed away peacefully on December 14, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. Born on February 26, 1934, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, Sallie was adopted as an infant by her loving parents, Thomas and Erna (Smith) Paxson. She lived a full and vibrant life dedicated to her family, friends, and...
Joyce Ilien Clapp (12/22-1932-12/13/2024), 91, of Long Lake Cloverdale, Delton, Michigan passed away peacefully on December 13th at White Oaks Assisted Living in Lawton, Mi, surrounded by loved ones.
Joyce was born on December 22, 1932, in Otsego, Michigan to George and Viola Briggs (Minegar) She attended Otsego High School and graduated in 1951. She pursued a career as Purchasing Agent....
Randall W. Stewart, Phd, of Schoolcraft, MI passed away on Friday, December 13, 2024 at the age of 70. He was born on October 21, 1954 in Logansport, IN. Randall was the son of Warne and Alice (Doty) Stewart.
A complete obituary is in the process of being written.
Randall has been cremated and no services are scheduled at this time.
While at...
On December 13, 2024 Stephanie Reeder peacefully passed away. Stephanie is preceded in death by husband Larry Reeder, Parents Jackie and Doyle Pierman. Survived by 3 sons Jon Reeder, Thad (Christina) Reeder, Nat (Kristi) Reeder. 5 siblings David (Marilyn) Pierman, Holly Pierman, Tom Pierman, Lori (Frank) Blossom, and Valley (Michael) Ufer, 5 Grandchildren: Jake, Mitchell, Brooke, Peyton, and Zoey. One...
Joan Alice Southworth, 92, of Vicksburg, passed away on December 12, 2024, from complications resulting from a fall in August. Joan was born on December 2, 1932, in Vicksburg, the daughter of John Colton Rapp and Bernice (Miller) Rapp. She lived her entire life in Vicksburg.
There is so much to say about Joan and her life it’s difficult to know...
We are saddened to announce the death of Richard "Steve" Monroe, who passed away on December 12th, 2024, surrounded by his family.
Steve was born in Battle Creek, Michigan on September 14th, 1950, to Richard D. Monroe and Constance B. Monroe of Lawrence, MI. He was raised on his family's dairy farm alongside his sister, Connie, on 120 beautiful acres. Steve...
Steven Douglas Preston went into the arms of our lord at 4:30 pm on Wednesday, December 11th, 2024, at Ascension Resurrection Hospital in Chicago.
Proceeding him in death are his grandparents Harry (Elise) Preston, Harley (Margaret) Stafford and his infant grandson Elijah Preston.
He is survived by his wife Larisa and stepson Alekei, his parents John (Bonnie) Preston, daughter Cheyenne (Preston) Walker...
It is with great sadness that I am announcing the passing of Beverly Jean Hargie on December 11, 2024. Bev was born on July 13, 1941 in Kalamazoo, Michigan to Willard Wood and Hazel (Williams) Wood who have both pre- deceased her. She lived in Portage almost her entire life, graduating from Portage High School with the infamous class of...
Roy Butcher of Kalamazoo, Michigan, passed away on Tuesday, December 10,2024. Roy was born on January 30,1960 in Lincoln, Nebraska, the son of the late Edward and Mildred Butcher. After graduating from Portage Central High School in 1978, he enlisted in the army and served in Germany with the B BTRY 1ST BN FA USAREUR. After his discharge Roy joined...
On Tuesday, December 10, 2024, God called Ethel home. Born April 8, 1929, the sixth child of Edward and Grace (Davis) Snook in Colon, Michigan. She graduated from Sturgis High School in 1947.
In 1948 Ethel met and married Harold D Knapp. Together they had five children. Karen (Len) Jury of Ashtabula, OH, Bill (Pam) Knapp of Chesapeake, VA, Alan (Connie)...
On Sunday, December 8, 2024, God called Maxine Mary (Kohlhoff) June to His heavenly flower garden. Born March 28, 1931, the fourth child of Frank and Anna (Radseck) Kohlhoff. She was schooled for eight years at Westgate Country School, in South Haven Township. Then graduated from South Haven High School in 1948. Her bachelor’s degree came from Western Michigan University...
It is with profound sadness (and just a little disbelief, because honestly, Denis was supposed to outlast us all) that we share the passing of Denis Michael Savillo. He left us unexpectedly but peacefully on Saturday, December 7, 2024, at the age of 85. True to form, Denis made his exit with as much grace and humor as he lived,...
Obituary – Dennis W. Hands Jr.
January 16, 1972 – December 6, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the unexpected passing of Dennis W. Hands Jr., on December 6, 2024, in Lake Forest, California. Dennis was 52 years old and is survived by his beloved wife, Kristen Hands, and their two children, Capriana and Carter Hands, all of whom...
Marian Haney, 89, passed away Wednesday, December 4th, 2024. Born June 19,1935 to LaRue and Gladys Mudget. She was later blessed with a wonderful step-father, Rich Stuifbergen. She married Leon Haney in 1964.
Marian attended Wayland High School. She proudly spent the majority of her working years as the school secretary of Cooper Elementary. Her smile and kindness will be remembered...
David William Townsend, age 78, a resident of Hoffman Estates, Illinois, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on December 4, 2024. Born on July 21, 1946, in Jackson, Michigan, David was the beloved son of Theodore Townsend and Phyllis Townsend Norkey. He was preceded in death by his parents, as well as his step-father Jack Norkey and step-mother...
Brenda C. Pomeroy of Kalamazoo, Michigan, passed away unexpectedly on December 4, 2024, just two days after celebrating her 82nd birthday.
Brenda was born on December 2, 1942, in Hardy, Arkansas, to Cloyce and Gladys Ary. As the eldest of six children, she embraced her role as a loving and protective sister early in life. Brenda graduated from Clarkston High School...
Louise Mae Griggs (Horn) passed away peacefully in her sleep on Monday, December 2, 2024. A lifelong resident of southwest Michigan, Louise was born and raised in Schoolcraft and graduated from Schoolcraft High School in 1956.
She met the love of her life, Russell P. Griggs, through her father’s home-heating oil delivery business. Russ began as an employee and soon became...
Patsy Ann Wuis, age 80, went to be with the Lord on Friday, November 29, 2024, at home with family by her side. Patsy was born February 11, 1944, to Adam and Thelma (Patrick) Hall.
She is survived by her children: Susan (Kevin) LaDuke of Otsego and Robert (Sharon) Wuis Jr. of Plainwell; her sisters: Cheryl and Brenda both of Otsego...