Obituaries
Wilma Emma Fenwick
Sep 23, 2018
Wilma E. Fenwick of Vicksburg, passed away Sunday September 23, 2018 at home. Wilma was born March 15, 1926 in Kalamazoo the daughter of Garrett and Edith (Seaburg) Lesman. She loved to bake and cook and was a member of the Jehovah’s Witness congregation. On February 22, 1946 in Vicksburg Wilma was united in marriage to Dale Fenwick who preceded...
Anita M. Libby
Sep 22, 2018
Anita Libbey Parchment, MI Passed away Sept.22, 2018 in Manistee. She was preceded in death by by a sister: Amber McIntyre and grandchild:Tamiah. Anita is survived by her husband Robin Libbey, children: Joel Roberts of KY, Samantha McIntyre of Gobles and Timothy Bonds of Manistee, grandchildren: Christopher, Nevaeh, Peyton and Kylene,siblings: arthur (Terry) McIntyre if MN, Robin Spencer of...
Bernard Joseph Brommel, PhD
Sep 22, 2018
Dr. Bernard J. Brommel, Professor Emeritus of Communication at Northeastern Illinois University (NEIU), died September 22 at his home in Kalamazoo, Michigan after a long battle with heart and kidney disease. He was 88 years old. Dr. Brommel was born August13, 1930 in Des Moines, one of nine children who grew up on the family farm near St. Marys, Iowa. After...
Thomas James Winkler
Sep 21, 2018
Passed away Friday September 21, 2018 in Plainwell, MI. Thomas was the son of Charles and Sandra (Lovett) Winkler and is survived by a brother; Charles D. Winkler Jr. and a sister; Kimberly S. Shafer. A memorial date is pending. Arrangements made by Redmond Funeral Home 4100 S. Westnedge Ave. Kalamazoo, MI 49008. www.redmondfuneralhome.net.
Maurice James MacCartny
Sep 21, 2018
Maurice James MacCartny of Portage, passed away at Upjohn Heritage Rehab Center on Friday, September 21, 2018. Maurice was born in Chicago, Illinois on September 9, 1932 the son of Henry James and Annice (Brown) MacCartny. He held a Bachelor’s degree in science from Western Michigan University and was drafted into the U.S. Navy in 1955 being Honorably Discharged in...
Sharon Jean Stoken
Sep 20, 2018
STOKEN, Sharon J. Passed away peacefully Thursday September 20, 2018 at Rose Arbor Hospice. Sharon was surrounded by the love of her family. She will be greeted at the gates of heaven by Jesus Christ our Lord and will be reunited with loved ones who went before her. Sharon was born January 5, 1957 in Norwich, England the daughter of...
Jessica Lynn Aldrich
Sep 19, 2018
Mrs. Jessica Aldrich passed away in Bronson Hospital on Wednesday September 19, 2018. She was born in South Haven Michigan on September 5, 1984, the daughter of Robert Crawford and Jacqueline Girard-Adams. She will be remembered for her copassionate and forgiveing heart and cherished her famly and friends. Jessica is survived by her husband Benjamin Aldrich, daughter; Olivia Aldrich, parents;...
Linda Ruth Dalrymple
Sep 19, 2018
Linda Dalrymple died at Bronson Hospital on Wednesday September 19, 2018. She was born on May 1, 1952 in Kalamazoo Michigan, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Neil and Phyllis (Bultema) Peters Jr. A Graduate of St. Joseph Catholic High School she went on to get her bachelor’s degree from the University of Michigan and recently retired from Lakeland Hospital...
Dale Gerald Meinzinger
Sep 16, 2018
Mr. Dale (Jerry) Meinzinger passed away peacefully at Bronson Commons on Sunday September 16, 2018. He is survived by his loving wife of 63 years, Marty Meinzinger, formerly Martha Mesick of Kalamazoo. Jerry is also survived by his three daughters; Mary (David) Urisko, Annie (Mike) Fassler, Amy (Matt) Wolff, his grandchildren; Richard (Loretta) Urisko, Meghan Urisko, Katie Urisko, Michael Mehall,...
Loretta Mary Cleland
Sep 2, 2018
On September 2, 2018, Loretta Mary Cleland left the arms of her beloved girls and passed into the arms of her precious Savior in Heaven.She was preceded in death by her husband Arthur, her mother Hilda Keller, father Sterling Keller, sisters, Dorothy Watson, Helen Pepera, Rita Keller, a Sylvia Dykema, & Jo Kynoch. Left to cherish her memories are Sister Katherine(katy) Russo and her...
Maryella D. Williams
Sep 2, 2018
Passed away on Sunday September 2, 2018 in her home with family by her side. Memorial services will be held privately with the family.
Lucille Bernice Burgwald
Aug 30, 2018
Lucille B. Burgwald of Kalamazoo passed away Thursday August 30, 2018 at Bronson Methodist Hospital. Lucille was born March 13, 1933 in Kalamazoo the daughter of Ray and Bernice (Dhaenens) Chadderdon. She worked as an LPN at Borgess Medical Center. Needlework was a hobby and she was an accomplished seamstress. She loved cooking and baking, camping and jigsaw puzzles. She...
Marcene Marie Carroll
Aug 27, 2018
CARROLL, Marcene M. Paw Paw formerly of Kalamazoo Passed away Monday August 27, 2018 at Maple Lake Assisted Living. Marcene was born March 10, 1926 in Seneca, SD, the daughter of E.J. and Florence (Branick) McGlothlin. She was a long-standing member of St. Ambrose Catholic Church and employee of Borgess Hospital. Marcene was devoted to her family, her cats, and...
Cathrine F. VanDeWeghe
Aug 27, 2018
VanDeWeghe, Catherine F. Kalamazoo Passed away Monday August 27, 2018 at Fairview Nursing Home in Centreville. Catherine was born July 29, 1926 in Ironton, OH the daughter of Charles and Genevieve (Lipker) Hacker. She was a member of St. Augustine Cathedral and the DAV Auxiliary. Surviving are four children, John (Tina) VanDeWeghe, Frances Stark, Mary VanDeWeghe, Janet Knowlton; sister, Eva...
Mariley Dale Beaty
Aug 10, 2018
Mariley Dale Beaty of Kalamazoo passed away Friday August 10, 2018 at Bronson Methodist Hospital. Dale was born March 8, 1949 in Kalamazoo the son of Willis and Lorena (Ward) Beaty. He retired from Thomas Transport. Surviving are three children, Kenneth Beaty of Kalamazoo, Nathan Beaty of Kalamazoo, Kasonya Parsons of Georgia; ten grandchildren; sister, Barbara (Raleigh) Thomas of Cooper...
Wanda Lyszyk
Aug 4, 2018
Passed away August 4, 2018. Wanda was born in Zamosc, Poland on May 4, 1926, the daughter of Michael and Anna Woszak. She was employed by Brown Paper Company. She was a member of St. Monica Catholic Church. She was preceded in death by her husband: John Lyszyk in 1981. Wanda is survived by 3 children: Gene (Paula) Lyszyk of...
Richard Olivares Mireles
Aug 4, 2018
Richard O. Mireles, Jr of Kalamazoo passed away Saturday August 4, 2018 at Bronson Methodist Hospital. Richard was born March 17, 1963 in Calentine, NV the son of Richard and Deanna (Church) Mireles, Sr. He enjoyed cooking, collecting and martial arts. On February 14, 2001 in Kalamazoo Richard was united in marriage to the former Patricia Martinez who survives. Also...
Elsie S. Baur
Aug 3, 2018
Elsie S. Baur, age 96, passed away on Friday, August 3, 2018, at Hospice of Cincinnati. She was born on April 23, 1922, in Unionville, Michigan, to John and Marie Kruse. She was affectionately called Honey by her six older sisters and one older brother. On October 12, 1944, she married Ed Baur, who was inducted into the Army within days...
Mary K. Pelikan
Aug 1, 2018
Mary K. Pelikan passed away July 29, 2018.There will be no visitation. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Joseph Catholic Church Friday August 3, 2018 at 10 am Msgr. Michael Hazard celebrant. Entombment will be in Mt. Olivet Cemetery.Luncheon will follow in the Bennett Center. Memorials may be made to St. Joseph Church or Kairos Dwelling. Arrangements...
Maxine Annette Titus
Aug 1, 2018
Maxine A. Titus passed away August 1st 2018. Maxine was born December 4, 1922 in Wayland, Mi the daughter of Howard and Helen (Butine) Conrad. She worked at Filter Fabricator Mfg. She was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church in Charlevoix, MI attending St. Ambrose while living here. Maxine was preceded in death by her husband: Richard on May...