Obituaries
Geraldine Ann Bent
Dec 21, 2021
Geraldine Ann Bent of Otsego, MI passed away on Tuesday, December 21, 2021, at the age of 83. She was born on January 28, 1938, in Saugatuck, MI the daughter of Herman Van Huis and May Morse.
A complete obituary can be found in the Community Shopper's Guide.
While visiting Geraldine’s tribute page please take a moment to light a...
Derek Justin Guthrie
Dec 21, 2021
When reflecting on the life of Derek Guthrie, it is easy to see his unwavering strength and his unconditional love for his family. He was a serving member of his community, and he was always willing to help those around him in ways both great and small. Derek’s resilience and endurance were truly a testament to his inner strength and...
Nancy Jean Sherburne
Dec 20, 2021
Nancy Sherburne passed away with family by her side on December 20, 2021, at the age of 85. She was born on October 9, 1936, to Richard and Anna (Verploegh) Bingham. Visit with family and friends on Thursday, December 23 from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at the McCowen & Secord Funeral Home, Plainwell Chapel; 120 S. Woodhams Street. A...
Charles Downey Jr.
Dec 20, 2021
Charles Downey Jr. of Lawton, MI passed away on Monday, December 20, 2021, at the age of 73. He was born on April 12, 1948, in Kalamazoo, MI the son of Charles Downey Sr. and Leona Gillespie.
He graduated from Gull Lake High School in 1966. Charles opened and ran Downey’s Cafe at 226 Parsons for several years. Chuck was an...
David Martin Hainline
Dec 20, 2021
David Martin Hainline of Portage, MI passed away on Monday, December 20, 2021, at the age of 84. He was born on February 23, 1937, in Muskegon, MI the son of Raymond Hainline and Ruby Blue.
He graduated from Marshall High School and attended Western Michigan University. He made a home for himself in Portage, MI for forty years. David worked...
Nicholas Lauderdale
Dec 18, 2021
Nicholas Lauderdale, of Kalamazoo, passed away on Saturday, December 18, 2021 at the age of 36. Nick was born April 15, 1985 to Jay and Jill (Etherton) Lauderdale. Nick was a hard worker and touched many lives. He loved to fish, watch sports with family, and spend time with his daughter. Nick is survived by his parents, Jay (Corina) Lauderdale...
Rollin Hildebrand Jr
Dec 17, 2021
Rollin Hildebrand Jr, of Vicksburg, went home to be with his Lord and Savior, on Friday, December 17, 2021 at the age of 95. Rollin was born in LaGrange, IN on October 1, 1926. He was the son of Rollin Sr and Bessie (Weirch) Hildebrand. Rollin graduated from Vicksburg High School. He later married Mary Lou Miller in Kalamazoo on...
Cathy Vanatti
Dec 15, 2021
Cathy Vanatti of Vicksburg, MI passed away on Wednesday, December 15, 2021, at the age of 63. Cathy was born on March 5, 1958, the daughter of Wayne and Dora (Warner) Coble. Cathy worked for Eaton Corporation until they shut their doors and worked for FEMA several years following. She was a very loyal worker. She was known for her...
Harold Wood
Dec 15, 2021
Harold Wood of Vicksburg, MI passed away on Wednesday, December 15, 2021, at the age of 81. A complete obituary is currently in the process of being written. While visiting Harold's tribute page, please take a moment to light a candle or share a memory with his family. The Wood family is being assisted by Avink, McCowen & Secord Funeral...
Tony Sehy
Dec 15, 2021
To know Tony Sehy was to know a person who was devoted to his faith and family. Optimistic and light-hearted, Tony modeled a genuine love for all people. A wonderful husband and father, he was incredibly blessed with a beautiful family supporting him every step of the way. Sadly, he is gone too soon. May his rich collection of memories...
Donna Marie White
Dec 14, 2021
Donna Marie White, age 62 of Sturgis, MI, passed away Tuesday, December 14th, 2021 at Three Rivers Health Hospital following a cardiac arrest due to COVID-19 Pneumonia. Donna was born in Pontiac, MI on March 20th, 1959. She was adopted by Rudolph and Kathleen (Curtis) Minchella. Donna is survived by her husband Edwin Robert White; her two children Krystina (Noriega)...
JodyLynne Marie Miller
Dec 14, 2021
JodyLynne Marie Miller, 60, passed away on December 14th, 2021 in Kalamazoo Michigan. She was born on September 3rd, 1961 in San Diego California. She was a lover of dogs, the beach, crafting, art, loved to paint, and travel. She was a successful business owner, AKC dog breeder and handler.
She was preceded in death by her mother Carmilla Corcoran, of...
Clarence Jay Edwards
Dec 14, 2021
Clarence Jay Edwards passed on with family by his side on December 14, 2021, at the age of 71. Clarence was born on January 7, 1950 to William and Anne (Yoder) Edwards. A memorial gather is being planned for the spring. Clarence is survived by his wife of 51 years, Dorothea; his children: Jeffery Edwards of Gobles, Nicholas (Stephanie) Edwards...
Lonney G. Wade
Dec 10, 2021
Lonney G. Wade of Galesburg, MI passed away on Friday, December 10, 2021, at the age of 63. He was born in Kalamazoo, MI on April 5, 1958, the son of Bobby and Mary (Reed) Wade. A complete obituary is currently in the process of being written. While visiting Lonney's tribute page, please take a moment to light a candle...
Robert Snyder
Dec 10, 2021
Robert Cameron Snyder, Sr. passed away on Friday, December 10, 2021, which happened to be his son’s birthday, at the age of 83. He was born on August 25, 1938, in Royal Oak, MI the son of William Wilbur Snyder and Dawn Disney Snyder. Robert was a long-time member of Edwards Corner Bible Church and a former member of Westwood...
Charles Goodwin
Dec 10, 2021
Charles Edward Goodwin, of Vicksburg passed away on Friday, December 10, 2021 at the age of 79. Charles “Chuck” was born on June 22, 1942 in Paris, IL. He was the son of Robert and Berniece (Ward) Goodwin. He graduated from Paris High School. After high school he became a System Analyst Programmer in the banking industry. He retired from...
Christopher Johnson
Dec 9, 2021
Christopher Lee Johnson passed away on December 9, 2021, in Kalamazoo, MI. He was born on April 26, 1975 to Donald Johnson, Sr., and Sharon Edge Jager.
Christopher grew up in southwest Michigan. He graduated from Allegan High School, attended ITT Tech, earned a certificate from P.C. Pro Schools, and graduated from Kalamazoo Valley Community College with an Associate...
John F. Scheel
Dec 9, 2021
John F. Scheel went to be with the Lord, December 9, 2021, in Kalamazoo, Michigan. Born September 18, 1935, in Muskegon, Michigan to Louis and Amelia Scheel. John retired from Comstock Schools where he taught for 27 years. He was a big University of Michigan Fan, even though he had a Bachelor’s and Master’s Degrees from Western Michigan University. John...
Marilyn Ann Day
Dec 8, 2021
Marilyn Ann Day of Portage, MI passed away on Wednesday, December 8, 2021, at the age of 89. She was born on June 21, 1932, in Plainwell, MI the daughter of Lewis Travis and Rose Wiggington. A complete obituary is currently in the process of being written. While visiting Marilyn’s tribute page please take a moment to light a candle...
Marjorie Van Eck
Dec 7, 2021
Marjorie “Marge” Van Eck of Portage, MI passed away on Tuesday, December 7, 2021, at the age of 76. She was born on April 6, 1945, in Kalamazoo, MI the daughter of Wilbur and Ruth (Castle) Townsend. Marge is survived by her sons, Daniel Van Eck and David (Sharon) Van Eck; and grandchildren, Caleb, Kyle, and Trevor. She is preceded...
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