Obituaries

Ron passed away Wednesday, October 20, 2021 at Bronson Hospital in Kalamazoo. He was born July 13, 1942 and raised by his parents Stanley and Alice Franz in Eau Claire, Michigan.Ron earned his Bachelor degree in 1967 from WMU. He worked as a Probation Officer and worked for 30 years at Youth Opportunities Unlimited in Kalamazoo. Ron wore many hats...

Michelle Marshall of Portage passed away October 17, 2021 at her home in Portage. Michelle was born March 17, 1947 in Battle Creek the daughter of Norman and Maxine (LaBelle) Shaughnessy. Michelle loved the sun and going to the beach, especially Lake Michigan, and going on cruises.On August 4, 1967 she married John Marshall who preceded her in death in...

Marilyn passed away Tuesday, October 19, 2021 at Allegan General Hospital.She was born February 15, 1940 in Orangeville, the daughter of Forrest and Francis (Allen) Rantz. She worked for Kal-Equip for 25 years, Hayworth and National Water Lift until her retirement. Marilyn enjoyed crafting, gardening, crocheting and was a skilled seamstress. She was a member of Martin Reformed Church and...

Wilson Sincler III finished his time here and went home on Saturday, October 16, 2021.He is preceded in death by his father, Wilson; mother, Rose; sister, Charlotte and brothers, Mark and Dan.He is survived by his wife of 40 years, Karen, who he met at Perrigo; his children, Michelle, Jason, Vince and Quinton; grandchildren, Jason, Aliah, Megan, Gunner, Kerstin and...

Barbara Jean Arnold, age 90, went home to be with her Lord and Saviour October 16, 2021.  She passed away peacefully at Vicinia Gardens in Otsego, Michigan where she was a resident.Barbara was born on a farm in Redford, Michigan on October 2, 1931.  She was the second of four children born to Donald and Maxine (Richardson) Marr.  She graduated...

Jim passed away Sunday, October 17, 2021 at Borgess Medical Center in Kalamazoo.He was born May 3, 1947 in Flint, the son of John and Mildred (Rider) Wolverton. Jim was a graduate of Grand Blanc High School and went on to earn a BS and MBA from Western Michigan University. He was a retired accountant. He had owned his own...

Chris passed away Sunday, October 17, 2021 at his home in Martin.He was born September 15, 1971 in Kalamazoo, the son of Russell and Linda (Veld) Davis. He worked at Perrigo as a receiving trainer. Chris liked to make people laugh. He loved Halloween, camping, hunting and cooking. He enjoyed drag racing, golf carts, classic cars and attending car shows...

Elsie passed away Saturday, October 16, 2021 at the Wings Home in Allegan.She was born August 22, 1936 in McDonald, MI, the daughter of George and Lucille (Baker) Brown. As a young girl Elsie was raised by her Aunt Ethel Brown. She worked at the Holiday Inn and Sheraton Hotel in Kalamazoo starting out as a maid and worked her...

Elaine Mary Iler, age 94, passed away peacefully at home on October 6, 2021 in Kalamazoo, MI.Elaine was born to Carl E. and Frances E. (Pack) Boehmer on March 24, 1927. She met Donald J. Iler in the summer of 1944. He enlisted in the Navy and they wanted to marry, on a weekend pass they did and then he...

Dennis passed away Wednesday, October 13, 2021 at Holland Hospital.He was born May 26, 1951 in Allegan to Albert and Altora (Wolf) Davidsmeyer. Dennis was a lifelong resident of the area and had owned and operated a small engine repair business. Dennis was a man of strong faith who lived a quiet life. He kept to himself and expected the...

David passed away Wednesday, October 13, 2021 at his home in Otsego.He was born February 18, 1959 in Kalamazoo, the son of Dudley Sr. and Elizabeth “Betty” (Stasiak) Slack. David graduated from Gull Lake High School, received his associate degree from KVCC and went on to attend classes at MSU. He was a skilled woodworker and owned and operated a...

Tom passed away Monday, October 11, 2021 at his home in Kalamazoo.He was born January 28, 1942 in Plainwell, the son of Robert and Bessie (Brown) Martin. Tom was a 1960 Otsego High School graduate and lifelong resident of the area. He worked for Statler Redi Mix and Graff Trucking for many years. He also served as a fireman for...

Frank passed away Monday, October 11, 2021 at Bronson Hospital in Kalamazoo.He was born June 6, 1933 in Port Huron, the son of Allen and Hazel (Norris) Rush. Frank proudly served his country in the U.S. Navy during the Korean War. For 30 years he worked at Ford Motor Company in Mt. Clemens until his retirement.In his free time Frank...

Floyd passed away Sunday, October 10, 2021 at his home in Martin.He was born November 27, 1947 in Bay City, to Floyd Sr. and Maida (Rowley) Shettler. Floyd attended Handy High School in Bay City and graduated in 1965. He proudly served his country in the Army National Guard. For many years Floyd worked at General Motors at the Saginaw...

Gwen passed away Friday, October 8, 2021 at her home in Plainwell.She was born March 2, 1950 in Plainwell, the daughter of Cecil and MaryAnne (Ransbottom) Root. Gwen owned and operated Digby Chips with her husband and was a hostess at Judy’s Restaurant for many years. In her free time she enjoyed attending her breast cancer support group, watching Young...

Sue passed away Wednesday, October 6, 2021 at the Wings Home in Allegan.She was born July 26, 1941 in Plainwell, the daughter of Robert and Mary (Helsel) Confer. Sue worked at Harding’s, Skogsmo, Parker Hannifin, Bomar Research and most recently at Hamilton Lumber. In her free time Sue enjoyed knitting, crocheting, reading and playing slots at the casino. Most of...

Ed passed away Friday, October 1, 2021 at his home in Plainwell.He was born June 14, 1952 in Kalamazoo, the son of John and Virginia (Rich) Sehy. For 30 years Ed worked at General Motors as a die setter until his retirement in 2002. In his spare time he enjoyed keeping his yard immaculate, hunting, fishing and gardening. Most of...

Richard passed away Saturday, October 2, 2021 at his home in Plainwell.He was born April 2, 1942 in Kalamazoo, the son of Arthur and Alma (Laymon) Tyler. For over 43 years Richard worked as a marking room clerk at Meijer on Westnedge Avenue in Kalamazoo until his retirement in 2007.Richard had previously belonged to the Otsego Church of God and...

Margaret passed away Wednesday, September 29, 2021 at Bronson Hospital in Kalamazoo.She was born October 23, 1952 in Kalamazoo, the daughter of Carl and Jeanette (Northam) Moyer. She was a 1970 Otsego High School graduate and lifelong resident of the area. Margaret was a woman of strong faith and loved the Lord. She was an active member of her church....

Phillip passed away Wednesday, September 29, 2021 in Kalamazoo.He was born November 4, 1943 in Battle Creek, the son of Thomas and Daisy (Miller) Head. For 53 years Phil worked as a die setter at Checker Motors until his retirement. In his free time he enjoyed collecting things, camping at the Moose Lodge and going to garage sales. Phil was...