Obituaries
Elaine K. Figel
Sep 5, 2024
Elaine passed away, peacefully surrounded by her family, Thursday, September 5, 2024, at Rose Arbor Hospice.
She was born in Plainwell on October 9, 1946, the daughter of Donald and Bernadeen (Dussia) Pierce. Elaine worked for many businesses over the years. She was a skilled typist and worked for the Shopper’s Guide, Bronson Hospital, Parker Hannifin and Kalamazoo Savings and Loan....
Scott Bowen
Sep 4, 2024
Scott passed away Wednesday, September 4, 2024, in Grand Rapids.
He was born February 21, 1958, in Kalamazoo, the son of Nelson and Aleva (Hawes) Bowen. Scott worked for Kalamazoo Township Fire Department for 25 years and had worked for Burroughs in Kalamazoo as a supervisor retiring from both in 2011.He enjoyed photography, hunting, fishing and processing game with his best...
George E. Maxwell
Sep 3, 2024
George Elliott Maxwell, a dedicated truck driver and cherished husband, father, grandfather and neighbor peacefully departed this world on September 3, 2024, on the very road where he was born on August 22, 1940. He lived a life that embraced hard work, passion, and a love for the simple joys that life had to offer.
Throughout his career, George’s commitment to...
William E. Wallace
Sep 1, 2024
William passed away peacefully on September 1, 2024, at his home in Plainwell.
He was born June 26, 1941, in Kalamazoo, MI, to Elton and Agnes (Hansen) Wallace. William graduated from Kalamazoo Central High School in 1960 and married his long-time sweetheart, Merry Burling on September 8, 1962, in Kalamazoo. He worked for the City of Kalamazoo Parks Dept until the...
Mary J. Tourangeau
Aug 31, 2024
Mary passed away, Saturday, August 31, 2024, at her home in Otsego.
She was born November 9, 1935, in Allegan, the daughter of Walter and Mary (Rowe) Mehrley. Mary worked at Armintrout Nursery where she met her husband Ed. She also worked for several years at Perrigo and Plainwell Coffee Shop.
Mary enjoyed being outside, working in her flower gardens and picking...
Liane M. Riley
Aug 30, 2024
Liane passed away Friday, August 30, 2024, at her home on Pine Lake.
She was born July 15, 1940, in Kalamazoo, the daughter of Robert and Mary (Nicholas) Harney. Liane attended Western Michigan University where she was a member of the Alpha Omicron Pi sorority. She went to work at Upjohn until she married and started a family.
Once her children were...
Herbert A. Smalley
Aug 29, 2024
Herb passed away, Thursday, August 29, 2024, at Stanford Lodge in Plainwell.
He was born February 27, 1929, in Kalamazoo, the son of Freeman and Dessell (Roberts) Smalley. Herb graduated from Plainwell High School in 1947. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Army. For many years he worked at National Water Lift which became Parker Aerospace until his retirement...
Marilyn Koster
Aug 28, 2024
Passed away Wednesday, August 28, 2024 in Allegan. Marilyn was born January 12, 1932 in Frankfort, IN the daughter of Abbie and Chloie (Record) Brandon. She had worked for Kal-Equip, then Safari Circuits. In her free time, she enjoyed bowling, golfing, working puzzles, word searches and traveling. On December 3, 1950 in Frankfort, IN she married Robert Koster who preceded...
Jeffrey Reicherts
Aug 27, 2024
Jeff passed away, Tuesday, August 27, 2024. He was born April 9, 1970, in Lorado, Texas. On April 20, 1996, he married the love of his life, Ann, who survives. Also surviving are his children, Kerri (Chris) Totten of Plainwell and Jacob (Grace) Reicherts of Gobles; 4 grandchildren, Lucas, Lilly, Logan and Layla; his parents, David Reicherts and Sharon (Marv)...
J. David Summers
Aug 26, 2024
David passed away, Monday, August 26, 2024, at his home in Plainwell.
He was born June 24, 1936, in Three Rivers, the son of John G. and Mildred (Brinkman) Summers. David worked at Eaton Corporation and retired from First of America Bank as vice president.
In his free time David loved restoring old cars. He had a creative and mechanical mind and...
Charles Barton Jr.
Aug 24, 2024
After a life well lived, Charles ‘Chuck’ F. Barton, Jr. passed away on Saturday, August 24, 2024 in Kalamazoo with the love of his life Naomi Barton by his side. He was born January 15, 1934, to Charles and Josephine Barton. He had two sisters, JoAnn Vanderborgh and Catherine Peacock (now deceased). Chuck was blessed with two sons, Mike (Renko)...
Robert E. Koster
Aug 20, 2024
Bob passed away Tuesday, August 20, 2024, in Allegan.
He was born November 6, 1929, in Frankfort, IN the son of Harry and Thelma (Davidson) Koster. Bob proudly served his country in the US Army. Bob worked for Kalamazoo Paper company for 18 years and then 18 years for the Allegan County Road Commission retiring in 1990.
In his leisure time he...
Michael Gray
Aug 19, 2024
Michael passed away Monday, August 19, 2024 at his home.
He was born January 6, 1950 in Kalamazoo. He was preceded in death by his parents Donald and Marion Gray. Mike was a 1968 graduate of Otsego High School, attended KVCC, Western and served in the Air Force. He was a deputy Sheriff for Kalamazoo County for 35 years.
He is survived...
Shirley M. Foster
Aug 17, 2024
Shirley passed away, Saturday, August 17, 2024, at Bronson Hospital in Kalamazoo.
She was born on May 25, 1958, in Plainwell, the daughter of Robert and Barbara (Chesnut) Foster. Shirley worked as an administrative assistant until 2001. She also owned and operated Eternal Chi Energetics, an energetic healing and massage business.
Shirley was a loving, dedicated mother, energetic healer, sister and friend...
Claudia J. Earl
Aug 17, 2024
Claudia passed away, Saturday, August 17, 2024, at Rose Arbor Hospice in Kalamazoo.
She was born February 7, 1949, in Plainwell, the daughter of David and Betty (LaRue) Mengel. For over 14 years she worked at Parker Hannifan until her retirement in 2011.
Claudia loved horses and in her free time, she enjoyed sewing, crocheting and reading. Most of all she loved...
Susan E. Hatten
Aug 17, 2024
Susan Elaine Hatten, affectionately known to many as "Wonder Woman," passed away on August 17, 2024, at the Wings Home of Allegan.
She was born on August 14, 1948, in Plainwell, the daughter of Bernerd and Laura (Mottor) Mollitor. Susan dedicated herself to a diverse career, excelling in various roles, including as a waitress, clerk at Harding's Market, and a shipping...
Paul L. Mitchell
Aug 15, 2024
Paul L. Mitchell November 7, 1964 (Marlette, MI) - August 15, 2024 (Otsego, MI) A life well-lived and filled with love.
Paul died peacefully at home surrounded by the love of his family, exactly how he wanted it. A totally devoted family man, Paul’s loved ones feel a profound sense of loss, but also immense gratitude for the example he set...
Richard W. Eggleston
Aug 7, 2024
Dick passed away, Wednesday, August 7, 2024, at his home in Otsego.
He was born February 28, 1936, in Three Oaks, the son of Leland and Grace (Lowe) Eggleston. Dick proudly served his country in the U.S. Army and for many years was a Police Officer for the city of St. Joseph.
During his retirement Dick worked for Pobocik Funeral Home in...
Daniel M. Kik
Aug 2, 2024
Entered his blessed eternity on Friday, August 2, 2024, at his home in Plainwell.
Daniel was born August 31, 1953, in Kent City, the son of Donald Kik and Kathryn (Rider) Kik. He graduated from Sparta High School in 1971 and went on to attend Central Michigan University, graduating with a Bachelor's Degree in Education in 1975. Dan married Julie (Schamber)...
Sara M. VanAuken
Jul 26, 2024
Sara passed away, Friday, July 26, 2024, at Allegan County Medical Care Community.
She was born May 22, 1932, in Otsego, the daughter of William and Agnes (Martin) Shier. Sara graduated from Otsego High School in 1950 and was a lifelong resident of the area. She was a cook at several area restaurants over the years. She owned and operated M-40...
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