Obituaries
John A. McManus
Aug 18, 2024
John A. McManus, 77, of Vicksburg, passed away Sunday, August 18, 2024 at Bronson Hospital in Kalamazoo. John was born December 1, 1946 in Kalamazoo, the son of Emmett and Nadine (Mann) McManus. John graduated from Loy Norrix High School and went on to earn a bachelor’s and master’s degree from Western Michigan University. He also served in the United...
Richard Early
Aug 11, 2024
Richard D. Early, 97, of Oshtemo, passed away Sunday, August 11, 2024 at Provision Living. Dick was born June 15, 1927, in Kalamazoo, the son of Leon and Myrtle (Boekeloo) Early.
In his younger years, Dick spent time on his grandparents’ farm often delivering eggs to Borgess Hospital and other locations from the back of a horse drawn wagon. One of...
John F. Brown
Aug 10, 2024
In loving memory of John Frederick Brown, 74, of Kalamazoo, MI, who passed away peacefully at his home on Saturday, August 10, 2024, after extended illness. John, born on February 11, 1950, in Vicksburg, MI, was a cherished son of Ralph and Anna (Multhaupt) Brown.
John's vibrant life included co-owning and operating Pine Grove Lanes and Nino’s Pizzeria in Gobles, MI...
Marilyn E. Frazier
Aug 10, 2024
Marilyn E. Frazier, 94, of Portage, passed away peacefully at her home on Saturday, August 10, 2024. Marilyn was born March 26, 1930 in Hamilton, Ohio, the daughter of William and Marie (Schwartz) Manifold. On August 5, 1950, she was united in marriage to Dean Frazier who preceded her in death on September 26, 1963. Marilyn graduated from St. Augustine...
Georgia F. Dann
Aug 1, 2024
Georgia Frances Dann, 101, of Kalamazoo, passed away Thursday, August 1, 2024 at The Upjohn at Heritage Community in Kalamazoo. Georgia was born February 12, 1923 in Kalamazoo, the daughter of George and Hazel (Cavanaugh) Dann. She grew up in Otsego and graduated from Otsego High School. She went on to serve in the United States Marines in World War...
Richard O. Dailey
Jul 29, 2024
Richard O. Dailey, 92, of Kalamazoo, passed away July 29, 2024 at Story Point in Kalamazoo. Richard was born October 24, 1931, in Coldwater, the son of Garr and Katherine (Otis) Dailey. Richard graduated from St. Charles Borromeo School in Coldwater, and went on to attend the University of Notre Dame, Hillsdale College, Florida State University, where he earned his...
Nancy Kay Westdorp-Hill
Jul 26, 2024
Nancy Kay Hill - Westdorp, 70, of Parchment, passed away Friday July 26, 2024. She was born December 9, 1953 in Kalamazoo, the daughter of Martin Westdorp and Martha (Hofstra) Westdorp.
Nancy was very generous and hardworking. For the last several years, she selflessly looked after her mother, making sure she was able to remain living on her own. She cherished...
Richard P. Rajkovich
Jul 25, 2024
**The memorial Mass on Wednesday, August 28 at 11 AM for Dick Rajkovich will be livestreamed. Please visit the St. Joseph Parish Facebook page at: https://www.facebook.com/stjosephkalamazoo/**
Richard (Dick) Rajkovich, 82, of Kalamazoo & Mattawan passed away on July 25th, 2024 at Medilodge of Kalamazoo. Dick was born in southwest Michigan, the son of William and Oletta Rajkovich. He received his bachelor’s...
Jarratt Winfield Martin Jr.
Jul 24, 2024
Jarratt W. Martin was 89 when he passed away on Wednesday July 24, 2024 in Kalamazoo. Jerry was born January 27, 1935 in Crosbyton, TX, the son of Winfield and Beatrice (Vance) Martin. He retired as a court reporter from the Kalamazoo Federal Court, and was a member of the National Court Reporters Association. He enjoyed spending time with his...
Joyce Ann Brock
Jul 16, 2024
Joyce Ann Brock, 85, of Kalamazoo, formerly of Naples, FL and Troy, MI passed away Tuesday, July 16, 2024 at Kairos Dwelling. Joyce was born December 27, 1938 in Wyandotte the daughter of Vincent and Irene (Zaddock) DeAngelis. She enjoyed golfing, traveling, music, baseball, especially the Detroit Tiger’s. On June 8, 1957 in Wyandotte, Joyce was united in marriage to...
Hoanglan T. Vo
Jul 12, 2024
Hoanglan T. Vo, 82, of Kalamazoo, passed away Friday, July 12, 2024 at home.
Hoanglan was born April 7, 1942 in My Tho, Vietnam, the daughter of Hon and Nhieu (Huynh) Vo.
She was a member of St. Monica Catholic Church and she enjoyed gardening.
On June 25, 1960 in Vietnam, Hoanglan was united in marriage to Nhon Dai Vo who preceded her...
Ronald Martin Kloosterman
Jul 6, 2024
Ronald Martin Kloosterman, 81, of Kalamazoo passed away Saturday July 6, 2024 at Centrica Care Rose Arbor Place. Ron was born November 20, 1942 in Kalamazoo, the son of Martin and Mary Kloosterman. He was a graduate of Kalamazoo Central High School and on July 1, 1961 Ron was wed to Sharon Ann (Saranen) Kloosterman. Ron was employed by Gibson...
MarÃa Luisa Zúñiga
Jun 25, 2024
In Memoriam of María Luisa Zúñiga
In homage to María Luisa Zúñiga (maiden name María Luisa Arriagada Gutiérrez) who passed away at the age of 88 years on June 25, 2024. She led an extraordinary life with numerous professional accomplishments and raising a loving family. She will be remembered for her generosity, kindness, fabulous sense of humor, faith and love for...
Dennis O. Carr
Jun 24, 2024
Dennis O. Carr "Doc" 70, of Kalamazoo, passed away Monday, June 24, 2024, at his home.
He was born July 23, 1953, in Kalamazoo, the son of the late Fred Carr and Frances M. (Bestervelt) Carr.
Dennis was a family man, he was an avid golfer for many years as well as baseball. He enjoyed many years of buying and selling cars....
Gilberto Moreno Gonzales
Jun 16, 2024
Gilberto Moreno Gonzales, 76, of Kalamazoo formerly of San Antonio, TX passed away Sunday, June 16, 2024 at home. Gilberto was born October 10, 1947 in Saspamco, TX the son of Celestino and Refugia (Moreno) Gonzales. He retired from the City of San Antonio, TX and he enjoyed spending time with his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Surviving are four children, Ruth...
Dorrie Lee Dolnik
Jun 13, 2024
Dorrie Lee Dolnik, 63, of Kalamazoo passed away Thursday June 13, 2024 at Ascension Borgess Hospital. Dorrie was born August 14, 1960 in Kalamazoo, the daughter of Charles and Norma (Hawley) Harger. She graduated from Parchment High School and Davenport University and was formerly employed at Stryker Corporation. She enjoyed playing Bingo and traveling to Las Vegas and St. Ignace....
Gerald A. Kurth
Jun 12, 2024
Gerald A. Kurth, 83, of Climax, passed away June 12, 2024 at his home. Gerald was born March 26, 1941 in Salem, Oregon, the son of Wilbert and Annabelle (Sing) Kurth. He worked as an operations manager for Mead School and Office Supply Company, retiring after 43 years. It was while working for Mead that Gerald met the former JoAnn...
Thomas W. Johnson
Jun 10, 2024
Thomas W. Johnson, 66, of Kalamazoo, passed away Monday, June 10, 2024, at his home in North Kalamazoo. Thom was born December 24, 1957, in Kalamazoo, the son of Robert Johnson and Joan (Reed) Corbin. Thom was a 1976 graduate of Portage Northern High School and soon after enlisted in the United States Navy where he served in the Navy...
John Weitzel, Sr.
Jun 9, 2024
John Ellis Weitzel Sr., 100, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on June 9, 2024, in Kalamazoo, MI.
Weitzel directed the Alliance (OH) High School Marching Band from 1960 –78, building the band into a nationally known organization that travelled across the country, performing at many NFL halftimes and major parades. His influence on the many students he taught is reflected...
Krysten Vargas / Autumn Melton
Jun 7, 2024
Krysten Vargas tragically passed away on June 7, 2024 & Autumn Melton tragically passed away on June 6, 2024.Krysten was such a selfless, joyful, and loving person. She would do and give anything for her friends and family. Her children were her absolute pride and joy. Autumn was such a sweet and loving baby. Her brothers and sisters adored her...