All Obituaries

  John Alvin Titman age 78, of Paw Paw passed away unexpectedly Saturday, June 16, 2018. He was born June 11, 1940 in Columbus Nebraska, the son of Lyle and Frances (Stachura)Titman. He was united in marriage to the former Joyce Fox on June 30, 1990 in Paw Paw; she preceded him death on October 19, 2011.           John retired from General Motors after 30 years of service. He enjoyed gardening, lawn maintenance, remodeling,...

Robert Forrest Ritter, age 94, of Paw Paw passed away Wednesday, June 14, 2018 at his home with his family at his side.  Bob was born April 13, 1924 in Lawton, MI the son of the late Forrest and Nettie (Beach) Ritter.  He graduated from Lawton High School class of 1943.  Bob was a veteran of the Korean War serving in the U.S. Army and was a member of the Water-Hackenberg Post 220, Lawton.  Bob was employed by Welch Foods in Lawton as a mechanic retiring in 1986...

Harold Leland Hande age 91, passed away Saturday afternoon, June 09, 2018 with his family at his side. Harold was born May 8, 1927 in Gardner, N. Dakota the son of Knute and Haranda (Toftosvnd) Hande. He proudly served his country during WWII in the United States Air Force. Harold was united in marriage to the former Dorothy Freer on January 9, 1951 in Paw Paw, Michigan. Harold was a long-time member of St. Mary Catholic Church. Harold is survived by his loving wife; Dorothy,...

Dennis Leo VerSluis, age 61, of Three Rivers, passed away June 2, 2018. He was born in Kalamazoo on June 26, 1956 to the late Marinus VerSluis, Jr and Mary Parkin (Anson) whom survives. Dennis is also survived by his sister, Mary VerSluis and his brother, Stephen VerSluis as well as many aunts, uncles and cousins. Dennis served in the Army and enjoyed his longtime work in foodservice.  There will be no public services. Dennis will be laid to rest at Fort Custer National...

  Kenneth Lee Spencer, age 59 passed away Wednesday, May 30, 2018 in Kalamazoo, Michigan. Kenneth was born December 25, 1958 in Paw Paw, Michigan the son of Lawrence and Lois (Mauk) Spencer. He was a lifelong farmer, cattleman and outdoorsman. Kenneth was very creative working with wood. He loved hunting, canoeing and just being outdoors in the woods. Kenneth was a true farmer and was very self-sufficient. He was a very hard-working man. Kenneth loved music. One thing about...

  Virginia A. Rushing of Paw Paw, passed away early Wednesday, May 30, 2018. Virginia was born on August 11, 1937 in Benton Harbor, Michigan the daughter of Jacob and Irene (Klann) Stolz. She was united in marriage to Norman Rushing on February 28, 1955 in Cassopolis, Michigan; he preceded her in death on February 26, 2016. Virginia enjoyed spending time with her family and friends, crocheting, gardening, figure skating and playing card games with her grandkids. The...

Lewis E. Meyers, age 93, of Kalamazoo passed away Thursday, May 17, 2018 at Bronson  Methodist Hospital, Kalamazoo.  Lew was born May 17, 1925 in Stryker, Ohio the son of the late Guy and Martha (Coy) Meyers.  After completing high school Lew joined the U.S. Navy serving in the South Pacific during World Wars II and served in the Korean War.  He was employed as a machinist at the Eaton Corp until his retirement.    Lew was a caring,...

Christopher John Ponicki, age 49, passed away May 14, 2018. He was born in Niles Michigan on September 30, 1968 the son of Tim and Georgia (Ponicki) Washburn whom survive. Chris is also survived by his wife, Robin (Berry) Ponicki, two daughters, Shelby and Paige Ponicki, two sisters, Ericka and Amanda Washburn, his nephew Caleb Berry, along with many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Chris was employed with Concrete Works of Michigan, he took pride in his work and had a talent for...

Conelius “O.V.” Overton age 66, passed away surrounded by loved ones on Sunday, May 13, 2018. He was born on December 20, 1951 the son of Donald and Rita (Mitchell) Overton. Cornelius was a 1970 graduate of Decatur High School. After graduation he attended the Merchant Marine Academy in New York.  Cornelius “O.V.” was united in marriage to the former Jacqueline Russell on May 1, 1971 in Lawton, Michigan. He was a proud Union pipefitter/welder out of...

  Jack Alan Emmons age 78, of Sister Lakes passed away unexpectedly May 11, 2018 at his home. Jack was born on January 13, 1940 the son of Donald and Mary (Carpenter) Emmons. He proudly served in the United States Navy after graduating from high school. Jack was united in marriage to Nancy Elaine Emmons [Egan] 2-24-1961 to 4-4-2011.  They were married for 50 years. He then was united in marriage to Clarice Beers on November 30, 2013 in Paw Paw,...