All Obituaries

  Dorothy Jean Ketchum, 91, of Paw Paw, MI, passed away peacefully on August 20, 2019 in Plainwell, MI. She was born on February 20, 1928, in Cadillac, MI, daughter of Andrew and Elizabeth (Dunn) Foster. Dorothy was a member of Saint Mary's Catholic Church in Paw Paw for many years. She and her husband enjoyed traveling and camping. Dorothy adored helping people, she had such a generous heart. Her role of "Care Taker" began first as a candy striper, volunteering in the...

Judith Kay Olson, 77, of Mattawan, Michigan unexpectedly passed away Tuesday, August 20, 2019. Judy was born October 4, 1941, the first daughter to Robert (Bob) and Elinor (Shutts) Lammon. Judy graduated from Mattawan High School with the class of 1959. She married Albert Edmond Olson on August 12, 1960. They were married for 56 years before Al’s passing on October 12, 2016. Together, they had three daughters: Christine (Mike) Linihan, Sandra (Dave) Sexton and Kimberly Olson, all of...

Herbert Parker Heighton, 81, of Paw Paw, MI, passed away peacefully in his home on August 14, 2019. He was born on July 5, 1938, in Kalamazoo, MI, son of Earl and Beatrice (Bush) Heighton. Herb finished high school and joined the United States Air Force at 17 years old. He was very proud of his service and a true patriot. Upon his return home, Herb went to building trade school to become a Journeyman Electrician for IBEW 131. He worked for the union for many years until his retirement in...

Sandra Jean Wanink, 76, of Lawton, went to be with Lord on Sunday August 11, 2019 at Rose Arbor in Kalamazoo. She was born November 9, 1942 in Paw Paw,  the daughter of the late Maurice O. Bailey and Gertrude  B.(Hulbert) Bailey. On April 25, 1964, at St. Paul's United Methodist Church she married Harold  H. Wanink who survives. She is also survived by her daughter, April (Rob) Willis; two sons, Carey (Vicky) Wanink and John (Sue Pape) Wanink; 10 grandchildren , four...

Frederick Barnes “Fritz” Muehlhausen, age 70, of Marcellus, passed away Wednesday, August 7, 2019 at Spectrum Health Center, Grand Rapids. He was born March 16, 1949 in Logansport, Indiana to Gordon Delmar Muehlhausen and Betty Jeanne (Barnes) Muehlhausen.    Fritz granduated from Logansport High School and went on to Colorado State University, earning his Bachelor of Science Degree in 1971, Master of Science 1979 and graduated from Purdue University, PhD in 1989. He...

George John Scukanec ‘Scorch’ (age 75) of Paw Paw passed away at Rose Arbor Hospice in the early morning hours of Wednesday August 7th. George was born on January 9th 1944 in Chicago, IL. A lifelong resident of Paw Paw, he graduated from PPHS Class of 1962. George was an avid fisherman, pool player, and Chicago sports fan, and loved being a Poppy to his grandchildren. He was retired from his career as a Mechanical Estimator and spent his final years enjoying his family, friends,...

Robert (Bob) Ronald Packer, age 84, of Lawton, passed away on August 6, 2019, while sleeping peacefully in his Lawton home, after a nearly 14-year battle with cancer. Bob grew up in Lawton, where he enjoyed a happy childhood, and began his entrepreneurship at a young age. He started his career as a little boy in the family’s fur business and factory. He played a pivotal role in what is now known as Honee Bear Canning Company. He graduated from Lawton High School, continued his...

Henry Charles Porras III, 72, of Mattawan, MI, passed away on August 5, 2019, in Battle Creek, MI. He was born on March 19, 1947, in Daggett, MI, son of Henry Charles Porras Jr. and Vivian Marie (Jarrett) Porras. Henry graduated from Stephenson High School in 1965. He joined the United States Army in 1966 and served faithfully. Upon his return home he married the love of his life, Lois on July 5, 1969. They renewed their vows on January 10, 2003. Henry always worked in management. He loved...

Clifford French, 86, of Lawton, passed away Thursday August 1, 2019 in Kalamazoo. He was born January 24, 1933 to the late Orel E. French and Lois (Edger) Williams. Cliff served in the Army, he loved fishing with his brothers, working around his garage and yard, listening to country music, playing the guitar and especially inappropriate jokes and was affectionately known as "Coach". Cliff loved his family and his cats, he was very outgoing and never met a stranger he did not...

Lawrence "Larry" Joseph Doyle, 74, of Lawrence, passed away Thursday August 1, 2019 at his home.  He was born October 9, 1944 in Paw Paw, to the late Francis Doyle and Lucille (Austgen) Doyle. Larry worked as an optician for more than 40 years and owned his own optical lab. He enjoyed woodworking and working around his garage. He built the family home on Lake Cora, where he enjoyed time with his family, friends and neighbors. Larry loved the lake; he was a founding member of...