Obituaries
Ernest Harvey Smith
Sep 9, 2025
Ernest Harvey Smith, 93, of Paw Paw, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 9, 2025, at Ely Manor in Allegan.
He was born December 24, 1931, in Kalamazoo, Michigan, the son of Ernest Adelbert Smith and Velma Louise (Porter) Smith.
Ernest was a longtime member of Calvary Baptist Church in Paw Paw and dedicated many hours to volunteer events. He also proudly...
Cindy Irene Goretzka
Sep 3, 2025
Cindy Irene Goretzka, 71, of Kalamazoo, passed away Tuesday September 2, 2025, at her home in Kalamazoo.
She was born February 20, 1954, in Paw Paw, Michigan, the daughter of Wilbur Treat and Maxine (Hall) Treat.
Cindy’s greatest joy was spending time with her children, grandchildren, family and friends. She could talk to anyone for hours about pretty much anything and loved...
Helen Ruth Mills
Sep 2, 2025
Helen Ruth Mills, 92, of Lawton, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 2, 2025, at White Oaks Assisted Living in Lawton.
She was born February 18, 1933, in Paw Paw, Michigan, the daughter of Gilbert LeRoy Shank and Blanche Marie (Scott) Shank.
Helen was known for her welcoming spirit and kindness towards others. She was a devoted member of St Paul's United...
Tonda Lynn Mulligan
Aug 29, 2025
Tonda Lynn Mulligan, Age 63, of Blissfield, MI, formerly of Paw Paw, passed away on Friday, August 29, 2025, after an over eight-year battle with progressive supranuclear palsy. She was born on May 10, 1962, the beloved daughter of Fred and the late Lila Dillenbeck.
Tonda cherished her family above all, especially her daughter and grandchildren. She enjoyed a long career...
Wallace "Wally" Keith Yerty
Aug 21, 2025
Wallace (Wally) Keith Yerty, age 76, 10 days shy of his 77th birthday, passed away quietly on Thursday, August 21st at home after an extended illness.
Wally graduated from Hastings High School in 1966, spent 2 years at Ferris S.U., and graduated from WMU in 1970. The draft was in full swing at that time and he drew #11, so rather...
Edna Fonda Short
Aug 19, 2025
Edna Fonda Short, 80, of Hartford, passed away Tuesday, August 19, 2025, at her home in Hartford.
She was born January 31, 1945, in Simmons Creek, West Virginia, the daughter of Charles David Duffy and Verse Lee (Hancock) Duffy.
Edna loved the outdoors and could often be found farming and taking care of her chickens. She also liked to practice shooting with...
Mary Arabella Golliver
Aug 14, 2025
Mary Arabella Golliver, 93, of Lawrence, passed away Thursday, August 14, 2025, at White Oaks Assisted Living in Lawton.
She was born March 1, 1932 in Chelsea, Michigan.
Mary worked as a practical nurse before completing her RN degree and worked as a registered nurse in Kalamazoo, Fort Custer and finally in Ypsilanti until retirement. She loved bowling and playing cards with...
Shellie Sue Shaw
Aug 14, 2025
Shellie Sue Shaw, 60, of Paw Paw, passed away at her home, Thursday, August 14, 2025. Shellie's journey began in Port Huron, Michigan, February 24, 1965, the daughter of Frankiln E. Oldham and Nan A. (Tomlinson) Johnson.
Throughout her career dedicated to teaching dental assisting, Shellie touched countless lives.
Shellie is survived by her best friend and loving husband of 21 years,...
Mary Jane Shannon
Aug 11, 2025
Mary Jane (Oosterhouse) Shannon went to be with her Lord and Savior on August 11, 2025, after a long illness with Alzheimer’s disease.
She was born in Kalamazoo, MI on July 16, 1943, to Henry and Georgina (Harmon) Oosterhouse. Her childhood was spent in the Westnedge Hill neighborhood, and she graduated from Loy Norrix High School in 1961. She then became...
Mavis Ladyman Conolly
Aug 7, 2025
Mavis Ladyman Conolly, 95, of Paw Paw, passed away peacefully with her family by her side on Thursday, August 7, 2025, at Rose Arbor Hospice in Kalamazoo.
She was born August 6, 1930, in Senath, Missouri, the daughter of Marion Ladyman and Myrtle (Damron) Ladyman.
Mavis was a longtime member of the Paw Paw First Baptist Church and dedicated her time helping...
Amy Louise Jacobs
Aug 3, 2025
Amy Louise Jacobs, 92, of Paw Paw, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Sunday, August 3, 2025, at her home in Paw Paw.
She was born September 14, 1932, in Deerfield, Ohio, the daughter of Thomas Elliott Sr. and Ruth (Aeglic) Elliott.
Amy was a true farm girl. She lived and worked on her property up until the last few months...
Dr. Phillip Graydon "Grady" Reinoehl
Jul 30, 2025
Dr. Phillip Graydon Reinoehl, peacefully went to be with his Lord and Savior on July 30, 2025. He was a beloved son, husband, father, grandfather, brother and doctor. He was born on October 30, 1940, the son of Richard Reinoehl and Josephine (Burger) Reinoehl in South Bend, Indiana. He was a proud alumnus of Old Riley High School and went...
Ruby Jewel Buentello
Jul 29, 2025
Ruby Jewel Buentello (Collins), 76, passed away unexpectedly on July 29th, 2025, at her home in Mattawan, Michigan.
Ruby was born on April 23rd, 1949, in Walnut Ridge, Arkansas to Martha Jane Hoffman and Floyd Collins.
There was nothing more that Ruby loved than her family, specifically, her grandchildren. A wearer of many hats, Ruby knew - and did, pretty much everything....
Cameron Michael Serba
Jul 29, 2025
Cameron Michael Serba, 35, of Grand Rapids, passed away suddenly at his home in Grand Rapids.
He was born February 9, 1990, in Kalamazoo, Michigan, the son of Kelly Serba and Makrina (Watson) Conklin.
Cameron spent his younger years in Saginaw and Decatur with his mother, stepfather and three younger siblings (Jordan, Brianna, and Amanda Jo). Cameron spent the majority of his...
Janet Lynn Swigart
Jul 29, 2025
Janet Lynn Swigart, 69, of Paw Paw, passed away peacefully after a courageous fight with cancer on Tuesday, July 29, 2025, at Rose Arbor Place in Kalamazoo.
She was born April 8, 1956, in Benton Harbor, Michigan, the daughter of Floyd Arent and Winnifred (Deuel) Arent.
Janet was an active member of the Almena United Methodist Church and volunteered countless hours towards...
Linda Jo Buskirk-Miller
Jul 28, 2025
Linda Jo Buskirk-Miller, 54, of Paw Paw, passed away suddenly on July 28, 2025, at her home.
Linda was born on January 13, 1971, in Kalamazoo, Michigan, to Dion Buskirk Jr. and Sandra (Sherburn) Jack.
Linda attended Paw Paw Public Schools where she graduated with her GED. She recently returned to college to further her education. She started at Southwestern Michigan University...
Jeffrey Ridley Glindmeyer, EDD
Jul 27, 2025
Jeffrey Ridley Glindmeyer, 81, of Lawrence, passed away peacefully, Sunday night, July 27, 2025, at his home in Lawrence.
He was born October 27, 1943, in Covington, Kentucky, the son of James Randall Glindmeyer and Edna May (Clifford) Glindmeyer.
Jeffrey is survived by his beloved wife, Bette (Buss) Glindmeyer and grandchildren, Klay, Brianna, Tyler and Lauren.
In accordance with Jeffrey's wishes, cremation has...
Dennis Lee Tebout
Jul 24, 2025
Dennis Lee Tebout, 75, of Paw Paw, formerly of Lansing, IL, passed away Thursday morning, July 24, 2025, at his home in Paw Paw.
He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Mary Tebout; son, Denny (Lindsay) Tebout; grandchildren, Maverick and Cora; sister, Linda (Bob) Dillon; sister-in-law, Linda (Dickie) Gaskey; brother-in-law, Joey (Juliet) Ziak and many nieces, nephews, cousins and...
Joan Nancy Spiech
Jul 24, 2025
Joan Nancy Spiech, age 76, of Paw Paw, passed away peacefully on July 24, 2025. She was born on March 4, 1949, the beloved daughter of the late Walter and Marjorie (Whyment) Spiech.Joan is survived by her brothers Walter (Julie) Spiech, James Spiech, and Steve (Robin) Spiech, and her sister Kathy Houtman. She was preceded in death by her brother-in-law,...
Roland "Rollie" George Block
Jul 24, 2025
Roland George Block passed away in his sleep in Hospice care in Kalamazoo, MI on July 24, 2025, from a brain tumor. He was “Rollie” to all his friends and family, and “Mr. Block” to the thousands of children who, for over 30 years, learned the fundamentals of music from him in Gaylord, MI. He was 80 years old.
Rollie was...
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