Marilyn Jean Hostetler
Oct 7, 2020
Marilyn J. Hostetler, of Kalamazoo passed away on Wednesday, October 7, 2020 at the age of 61. Marilyn was born on February 10, 1959 in Kalamazoo, Michigan. She was the daughter of Cecil and Ruth (Snell) Tackett. A complete obituary is in the process of being written. While at Marilyn's webpage at www.avinkcremation.com please take time to sign her guestbook...
Bonnie Sue Ward
Oct 6, 2020
Bonnie S. Ward, age 69 of Allegan passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 6, 2020 at Wings of Hope Hospice Home of Allegan. Bonnie was born on June 8, 1951 in Allegan, Michigan to Edward and Dorothy (Simmons) Page. She later graduated from Allegan High School. Bonnie was married to Kenneth Ward for over 40 years. She was a kind,...
Micheal Lee Retherford
Oct 5, 2020
Michael L Retherford Jr., 52, of Plainwell, passed away suddenly, in his home on Monday, October 5th, 2020. Mike was born January 1st, 1968, to Michael and Gloria (Fox) Retherford, in Plainwell. Mike graduated from Plainwell High School in 1986. He enjoyed spending time with his family and friends, especially his granddaughter, and he also loved spending time at the...
Marilyn Baird
Oct 4, 2020
Dearly loved and admired, Marilyn Baird was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, aunt and friend. She added much to the lives around her with her loving spirit, giving nature and encouraging words. Family was by far Marilyn’s greatest joy and in them she found those who knew and loved her best. She savored much, enjoyed the company of good friends,...
Gerald Marion Griffin
Oct 3, 2020
Gerald Marion Griffin, of Martin, MI passed away peacefully on October 3, 2020. He was born on November 4, 1928 in Morley, MI the son of Lewis and Murma (McKune) Griffin. He was united in holy matrimony with the love of his life Marie Gettys on July 29, 1955. From that marriage four beautiful children were born: Ruth (Buzz) Powless,...
Newell Burson Dean
Oct 1, 2020
Newell Burson Dean, of Schoolcraft, Michigan, passed away on Thursday, October 1, 2020 at the age of 84 at Bronson Methodist Hospital. He was born at the Burson family homestead north of Schoolcraft, Michigan, on February 28, 1936 to Leslie Newell Dean and Alice Mae (Burson, Dean) Schug. He was raised in Portage, MI and graduated from Portage Schools in...
Robert Frederick Kurtycz
Sep 30, 2020
Robert Frederick Kurtycz, of Portage, MI passed away on Wednesday, September 30, 2020 at the age of 51. Rob was born on August 17, 1969. He was the son of Frederick and Patricia (Massey) Kurtycz. Rob graduated from Airport High School in Carleton MI before furthering his education. Rob earned a Bachelor's of Science degree from Grand Valley State University,...
Doris Mae Laverack
Sep 28, 2020
Laverack, Doris Mae 11/23/1927 – 9/28/2020 Kalamazoo, MI On Monday September 28th, 2020 Doris Mae Laverack passed away at Alamo Nursing home in Kalamazoo MI at the age of 92 peacefully in her sleep. Doris was born on November 23, 1927 in Kalamazoo MI, to Monroe Miller and Mae (Taylor). She was a graduate of Kellogg High School in 1944...
Pamela Joy VanWeelden
Sep 28, 2020
Pamela J. VanWeelden, of Portage passed away with a loving spirit on Monday, September 28, 2020 at the age of 63 from heart complications at Spectrum Hospital in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Pam was born on February 1, 1957 in Kalamazoo, Michigan. She was the middle child of Fred and Ester Drenth. She spent 43 wonderful years married to her husband,...
Catherine Rosemary Smith
Sep 28, 2020
On September 28, 2020, Catherine Rosemary Smith. passed away at the age of 69. Under the care of her family and hospice. Cathy was born on July 8, 1951 in Benton Harbor, Michigan to Robert and Marilyn (Miller)Roth. She grew up in Bridgman, Michigan and graduated with high honors from Western Michigan University, where she met her husband of fifty...
Marion John Dittenbir
Sep 27, 2020
Marion J. Dittenbir, age 89, passed away on Sunday, September 27, 2020 in Kalamazoo, Michigan. Marion was born on May 7, 1931 in Au Gres, Michigan the son of John and Nellie (Park) Dittenbir. The second of six children, he was christened “Sonny” by a neighbor when just a few days old and he forever embraced that nickname. Marion was...
Harold L. Nelson
Sep 26, 2020
Harold L. Nelson, age 98, passed away on Saturday, September 26, 2020. He was born on March 20, 1922 to parents Andrew and Afra (Pederison) Nelson. Harold was born into America's greatest generation, also known as the World War II generation, and served in the European theatre. After returning from battle, he and his bride Phyllis settled in Parchment, Michigan...
Beatrice M. Schrader
Sep 26, 2020
Beatrice M. Schrader, of Sturgis passed away on Saturday, September 26, 2020 at the age of 85. She was born February 23, 1934 in Sherman Township, a daughter of George F. and Marie (Worrall) Schrader. She was a 1953 graduate of Sturgis High school. She groomed dogs from her home and retired from General Motors Company. Beatrice resided in Alba...
Thomas Karns
Sep 25, 2020
Thomas L. Karns, of Vicksburg passed away on Friday, September 25, 2020 at the age of 58. Tom was born on March 18, 1962 in Marshall, MI. He was the son of Thomas and Eleanor (Napientek) Karns. Tom graduated with the Class of 1980 from Marshall High School. He proudly served in the United States Army 101st Airborne from 1980...
Raymond E. Evert
Sep 25, 2020
Raymond E. Evert, of Otsego passed away on Friday, September 25, 2020 at the age of 83. Raymond was born on September 27, 1936 in Fulton, MI. He was the son of Charles and Lillian (Brown) Evert. He served his country proudly in the United States Marine Corp. Afterward he worked for 29 1/2 years for James River Paper Mill...
James L. Nooney
Sep 25, 2020
Jim passed away from this earth on September 25, 2020 and is now in heaven helping prepare his Lord and Savior for mom's arrival. Jim, 86, was born in Plainwell, MI on October 15, 1933 and lived there for most of his life. His parents were Lewis and Ruth Nooney. He was united in marriage to Charlene (Chick) Williams on...
Susanna Campbell
Sep 24, 2020
Susanna Campbell, of Kalamazoo passed away on Thursday September 24, 2020 at the age of 81. Susanna was born on May 8, 1939 to parents Frank and Betty (Blair) Herlihy. Susanna was a wise woman, a fun-loving soul, and a force of nature. She was a horse-trader, a construction estimator, a greenhouse worker and a good friend to many in...
Betty Jane Smith
Sep 24, 2020
Betty Jane Smith, age 95, passed away surrounded by her loving family at Sojourner Place, Kalamazoo, MI. She was born May 17, 1925 in Kalamazoo, one of twelve children of William and Jennie (Walhout) Corstange. Betty Jane Corstange married Andrew Smith on June 18, 1943. They celebrated 76 wedding anniversaries prior to Andy’s passing this past March. Along with her...
Zita Christine England
Sep 23, 2020
Born April 23, 1935 to Stephan and Anna Kovach of Portage Michigan, Zita had 10 brothers and sisters and grew up on their farm on Vanderbilt Rd. Zita has lived in West Olive, MI with her Husband Cartis England since their marriage June 12, 1982. She married Richard A. Walker in 1950 and had 9 children John P. Walker, Linda...
Delton "Del" D. Miles
Sep 23, 2020
A family man with an honest soul, Delton Duane Miles leaves behind a life full of memories shared with his family and friends. He was a loving husband, a caring father, and a friend to everyone he met. We are deeply saddened to say our goodbyes to Delton, as we will miss him dearly. Delton started his life just before...