Obituaries
Charles (Chuck) Douglas Kendall
Jun 16, 2019
Charles Douglas “Chuck” Kendall Passed away peacefully at his home in Schoolcraft, Michigan on June 15, 2019 at the age of 90. Charles is predeceased by Carol Dawn Kendall, his wife of 65 years, and by his sisters, Lois Horning and Helen Whitcomb. Charles is lovingly remembered by his dear companion Joyce Erwin, and by his children Laurie (John) Brown,...
Raymon Leon Johnson
Jun 15, 2019
Raymon L. Johnson 72 of Kalamazoo passed away Saturday June 15, 2019 at Ascension Borgess Hospital. Raymon was born July 28, 1946 in Moulton, AL the son of Jimmy and Ruby (Louallen) Johnson. He retired from Humphry products and enjoyed fishing, and novelty photography. On March 11, 1967 in Kalamazoo Raymon was united in marriage to the former Tenna Gashaw...
Edward Ray Santora
Jun 14, 2019
Edward R. Santora passed away peacefully at home on Friday June 14, 2019 . Ed, was born on March 9, 1954 in Muskegon, MI to the late Clarence and Donna Santora. He married Linda Shepard and together they raised their three children. Ed, was employed with Powell Custom Homes of Mattawan, for several years. Ed, had a deep passion for Motorsports, he enjoyed building...
James (Jim) Harold Niedzielski
Jun 11, 2019
James H. Niedzielski passed away Tuesday, June 11, 2019. James (Jim) was born in Bay City Michigan June 23, 1935 to Walter and Marguerite (Morand) Niedzielski. Jim enlisted into the U.S Navy in 1954 where he proudly served over 30 years. Jim worked for Kalamazoo Building and Grounds for over 20 years. Jim loved sports some of his favorites were...
William Aubrey Bowditch
Jun 9, 2019
William Aubrey Bowditch passed away Sunday June 9, 2019. William was born March 25, 1931 in Detroit, MI. As a baptized follower of Jesus, he trusted in Him, who through His death and resurrection, offers all who believe, the free gift of salvation and eternal life (John 3:16). William Graduated from Cass Tech. High School in 1949. He proudly served...
Colleen Delores McManus
Jun 2, 2019
Colleen D. McManus of Vicksburg, passed away Sunday June 2, 2019 at Bronson Methodist Hospital. Colleen was born February 14, 1947 in Garden City, MI the daughter of Ralph and Genevieve (Day) Daily. She retired as a Therapist from Van Buren County Mental Health; was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church and a 22 year member of her Euchre...
Mary Louise Williams
May 30, 2019
Mary Williams Departed this life on May 30, 2019 surrounded by her family. She was born Novemeber 25th 1938 to Douglas Graham and Annie Mae Graham in Okolona, MS, she confessed her faith in Christ at age 9 at Palestine Baptist Church under the leadership of Henry Winters. She attended Chickasaw Public Schools she married Grant Williams Jr. at the...
Vickie Jo Conolly
May 26, 2019
Passed away Sunday May 26, 2019 at home. Vickie was born January 18, 1955 in Elkhart, IN the daughter of Paul and Helen (Warren) Longnecker. Vickie retired from Kalamazoo Public Schools. Vickie enjoyed fishing, making candles and spending time with her grandchildren. On Sept. 26, 1986 Vicky was united in marriage to Kim Conolly who survives. Also surviving are three...
Shannon Marie Jameson (Estree)
May 22, 2019
Shannon M. (Estree) Jameson passed away Wednesday May 22, 2019 at home. Shannon was born June 25, 1970 in Kalamazoo the daughter of Alan and Sarah (VanStreain) Estree. She enjoyed gardening, swimming, vacationing in Florida, motorcycle riding, and spending time with her grandchildren. Surviving are two children, Jamie (Kyrah) Jameson, Jacalyn Jameson; boyfriend, Chris Chastain; step-father, Wayne Rantz; maternal grandmother,...
Paul William Schuring
May 14, 2019
Paul William Schuring, born August 17, 1953 in Kalamazoo, passed away May 14, 2019 at Borgess Hospital. Paul was preceded in death by his parents, Joyce and Garrett Schuring , his sister, Margaret Schuring, and his two brothers, James and Timothy Schuring. He is survived by a niece, Emily Murphy, and two nephews, Michael and David Schuring and several cousins....
Yvonne Doris Richards
May 11, 2019
Yvonne D. Richards was the second of six children born to the late Burnice Edward Robbins and Mildred Pearl Royce on 2/4/1924 in Edmore, Michigan. She married Robert W. Richards and together they had three children: Judith (Richard) Santek, Janith (Norman) Minshall and preceding her in death John Richards; survived by daughter in law, Diann Stender; Yvonne’s siblings:, Clayton and...
Somer Kaylaine Shelton
May 10, 2019
Somer K. Shelton of Battle Creek passed away Friday May 10, 2019 at home. Somer was born November 2, 1982 in Kalamazoo the daughter of David and Ruth (Walton) Shelton. She enjoyed painting, beading and spending time with family and friends. Surviving are two brothers, Jeffery Erdos of Three Rivers, Dusty Erdos of Strugis; boyfriend, Craig Ladley; several aunts, uncles...
Richard Joseph Keller
May 7, 2019
Richard J. Keller 72 of Comstock Township passed away Tuesday May 7, 2019 at Glenn Arbor Hospice. Richard was born April 25, 1947 in LaFayette, NY the son of Howard and Jane (Listwon) Keller. He was a Vietnam veteran serving in the U.S. Army. Richard retired from Parker Hannifin as a software engineer. On August 23, 1975 Richard was united...
Patrick Charles McBride
May 4, 2019
Patrick Charles McBride 59 of Plainwell passed away Saturday May 4, 2019 at Ascension Borgess Hospital. Patrick was born November 25, 1959 in Santa Ana, CA the son of James and Suzanne (Smink) McBride. He was a graduate of Western Michigan University and worked for Jaqua Realty. Patrick enjoyed gardening, cooking, bowling and caring for his mother and grandparents. Surviving...
Nena Marie Dresser
May 2, 2019
Nena Dresser Died in Battle Creek Specialty Hospital, May 2, 2019. She was born in Kalamazoo, MI at Bronson Hospital July 19, 1947 to George B. and Marie N (Pierce) Mackey. Nena Graduated from Portage Central High school’s Largest graduating class in 1965. She attended Ferris State Collage, Working at Zayre Dep’t Store during Vacations. She Eventually Worked for Vista...
Haley A. Jones
Apr 25, 2019
Haley A. Jones of Ross Township passed away Thursday April 25, 2019 at home. Haley was born June 11, 1963 in Big Rapids the daughter of Nathan and Mary (Minier) Kidder. She was a member of the VFW Auxiliary Post #7956, Fraternal Order of Eagles Auxiliary #299, Women of the Moose, Delta Chapter #1792. Surviving are her husband Jeffery Jones;...
Thomas Leo Swiat
Apr 23, 2019
Thomas Leo Swiat passed away peacefully at home Tuesday April, 23, 2019. Born June 13, 1925 to Leo A. Swiat and Marie (Holy) Swiat, in Kalamazoo, Michigan on his mother’s birthday. Tom attended Parkwood School and St. Augustine as a youngster. Tom felt the call during WWII like many of his generation and proudly served in the Army Air Corp,...
Velma Katherine Brittan
Apr 21, 2019
Velma K. Brittan of Schoolcraft, passed away Sunday April 21, 2019 at home. Velma was born November 12, 1926 in St. Joseph the daughter of George and Eva (Nickel) Buller. She was a member of Schoolcraft Assembly of God Church and enjoyed crafts. On November 1, 1952 in St. Joseph Velma was united in marriage to John L. Brittan who...
Robert George Burhans
Apr 17, 2019
Robert G. Burhans passed away Wednesday April 17, 2019 at Rose Arbor Hospice. Robert was born February 11, 1939 in Kalamazoo the son of Robert and Edith (Gallagher) Burhans. He graduated in 1958 from St. Mary’s Cathedral High School in Lansing and served in the U.S. Navy for over 24 years including two tours in Vietnam as a navy medic...
Betty Joyce Shannon
Apr 15, 2019
Passed away Monday April 15, 2019 at Brookdale Assisted Living. Betty was born November 3, 1931 in Elkhart, IN the daughter of Lawrence and Gladys (Haynes) Covey. Betty started at Liberty Mutual Insurance Company as a clerk and ended her career there as Director of Sales for the Midwest Region.Besides creating many wonderful family celebrations she loved the outdoors and...