All Obituaries

Donald Wayne La Rue Jr., 79, of Paw Paw, passed away Thursday October 10, 2019. He was born June 30, 1940 in Kalamazoo, the son of the late Donald W. La Rue Sr.and Beulah M. (Crook) La Rue. Don served his country in the Navy, he loved junking and dealing in antiques, in addition, Don enjoyed vintage cars. He was a true entrepreneur, owning many businesses over the years. He is survived by his son, Don (Beth) La Rue III; two daughters, Pamela R. La Rue and Megan R. La Rue; former spouse and...

Mr. Michael Francis Rhoderick, 64, of Salt Lick, KY, passed away Tuesday October 8, 2019 at his residence.           Michael was a native of Michigan, born January 28, 1955 a son of Emma Griffie Rhoderick of Michigan and the late Dale Rhoderick. He was a retired machinist with General Motors Corp, a former school bus driver with Rowan Co. KY schools and was a member of Lakeview Community Church. He was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting...

David made the most of the life he was given and he saw something special in each new day. He lived his life with an optimistic attitude and always had a smile for everyone he met. He worked hard providing for his family with a faith that was easy to see. Dave was a loving a husband, father and grandfather. He was an inspiring role model for his family. David was born on September 12, 1946 in Kalamazoo, Michigan, the only son of Virgil and Jane (Brininger) Parker. From an early age it was...

Sylvia Angela Kowalski, 84, of Paw Paw, passed away Wednesday, October 2, 2019 at her home. She was born January 15, 1935 in Chicago, the daughter of Angelo Chokas and Eva (Mueller) Chokas. On September 25, 1954 she married Thomas A. Kowalski who preceded her in death in 1996. She is survived by her daughter, Jill Marie (Randal) Kowalski-Ortlieb, six Grandchildren, Jeremy Schuett, Stacy Lee Kowalski, Nicole (Jeremy) Troutman, Kristy (Britton) Mitchell, Jalyn Kowalski and Jerran Kowalski;...

Lori Ann Leach, 51, of Lawrence, MI, passed away on Friday, September 27, 2019, in Kalamazoo, Michigan. She was born on July 8, 1968, in Kalamazoo, the daughter of G. Thomas and Gloria (Baris) Mathias. Lori won the Michigan State Championship Sled Dog racing at just 6 years old. She then began to show Draft horses and she won all kinds of awards. She went on to graduate from Grace Christian High School and earned her Associates Degree from Southwestern Michigan College. Lori married David...

Aubrie C. Robbins, 89, of Paw Paw, passed away Saturday September 21, 2019 at Bronson LakeView Hospital. He was born April 4, 1930 in Smith Creek , Kentucky, the son of Franklin J. and Viano (Morgan) Robbins. Aubrie loved spending his free time fishing and hunting as well as working on his vintage Model A. On, July 26, 1950 in Paintsville, Kentucky, he married Ethel Mae Pond  who survives. He is also survived by his daughter, Brenda (Barry) Beatty; son, William (Liz) Robbins; son in...

Patricia passed away Thursday evening, September 19, 2019 surrounded by her family. She was born March 23, 1945 in Minneapolis Minnesota, the daughter of the late Emery and Ruth(O’Brien) Germaine. She was a 1963 graduate of Lawton High School, where she continued to serve her community in various roles including Girl Scout Leader, Miss Lawton Pageant Coordinator and Athletic Booster. She enjoyed baking, sewing for her grandchildren and decorating for the holidays. On August 30, 1963,...

Harold Wanink, 77, of Lawton, went to be with Lord on Wednesday, September 18, 2019 at StoryPoint in Portage. He was born February 6, 1942 in Lawton, to the late Herman and Martha (Johnson) Wanink. Harold enjoyed working with his hands, from cars to woodworking. He had a strong work ethic and a great sense of humor. He enjoyed charming the ladies. Harold was a family man and  cheriehed his wife and his children. On April 25, 1964, at St. Paul's United Methodist Church he married...

Virginia "Ginny" Louise Snell, 85, of Lawton, passed away September 12, 2019 at White Oaks Assisted Living. She was born September 30, 1933 in Quincy Township , Michigan, the daughter of the late Judge Frederick Joseph Renshaw and Gladys Neta (Moore) Renshaw. Ginny graduated as Valedictorian from Coldwater High School in 1951, she went on to earn her Bachelor of Arts Degree from Albion College in 1955, graduating Suma Cum Laude, and Michigan State University in 1956 earning her...

Leslie McFadden passed away at Ascension Borgess Hospital in Kalamazoo, MI, on September 12, 2019, at the age of 62. Leslie was born on April 3, 1957, in Paw Paw, MI, to William and Virginia (White) McFadden, and was the youngest of four siblings. She is preceded in death by both parents and her sister Olive (Randy) McGuire. She is survived by her sister Virginia (Robert) McFadden-Spicher, brother William (Nancy) McFadden, son Lauren Cole and daughter Jesse Cole. She is also survived by two...