Obituaries
William "Bill" Joseph Burggraf
Jun 2, 2024
William “Bill” Joseph Burggraf, age 86, of Mattawan, passed away, Sunday, June 2, 2024, at his home in Mattawan. Bill was born on June 12, 1937, in Kalamazoo, Michigan to George and Cleo (Ulrich) Burggraf. Bill worked in Vicksburg, Michigan for Lee Paper Company; while living in the area he met his former wife (Patricia Smith) and they were blessed...
Bonnie Sue Williams
May 21, 2024
Bonnie Sue Williams, 85, of Mattawan, passed away Tuesday, May 21, 2024, at Bronson Methodist Hospital in Kalamazoo.She was born January 5, 1939, in Crockett, Tennessee, the daughter of Woodrow William Rylant and Odessa U. (Lentz) Rylant. By fate, Bonnie became next door neighbors to a young man by the name of Millard Williams when she was 16. On June 15,...
Dixie L. Pedersen
May 17, 2024
Dixie L. Pedersen, 86, passed away with family by her side on Friday, May 17th, 2024, in her home in Decatur, MI.Dixie was born on April 28th, 1938, to Dick and Grace (Hunsberger) Murphy in Dowagiac, MI. She graduated from Dowagiac Union High School in 1956 and went on to hold a job as a telephone operator.On April 20, 1968,...
Jack Sidney Webb
May 17, 2024
John "Jack" Jack Sidney Webb was born December 20, 1959, in Marshall, Michigan and passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by his family on May 17, 2024. Jack was preceded in death by his father, Sidney Webb. He is survived by his loving wife, Kathy; Son, Steven John (Joce) Webb; former daughter in law, Kelly Webb; special nephew, Joseph Bigelow; grandchildren,...
Evelyn Ann Gyllstrom
May 16, 2024
Evelyn Ann Gyllstrom, 88, a lifelong resident of Marcellus, passed away Thursday, May 16, 2024, at White Oaks Assisted Living in Lawton.
She was born November 7, 1935, in Three Rivers, Michigan, the daughter of Ernest Richardson and Lela M. (Worthington) Richardson.
Evelyn graduated from Marcellus High School in June of 1954. A few days later, on June 19, 1954, she married...
Shirley Elsie Mae Figg
May 15, 2024
Shirley Elsie Mae Figg, 93, of Paw Paw, passed away Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at Bronson Methodist Hospital in Kalamazoo. She was born May 9, 1931 in Kalamazoo, Michigan, the daughter of Robert W Larson and Nina Bell (Cuddeback) Larson.Shirley was employed at the Van Buren County Abstract Officer for 36 years. She had a strong work ethic and truly loved...
Evelyn Eileen Petsinger
May 12, 2024
Evelyn Petsinger, 91, of Portage, formerly of Jefferson City, Missouri, passed away peacefully Sunday May 12, 2024, at StoryPoint Portage.The daughter of William and Ottilga Lembke, she was born September 16, 1932, in Neche, North Dakota, and spent her childhood years there. When she got older, life with Lyle took her from coast to coast. Life in California brought along...
Russell George Heinzen
May 10, 2024
Russell George Heinzen, 85, of Paw Paw, passed away peacefully Friday, May 10, 2024, at Rose Arbor in Kalamazoo. He was born July 8, 1938, in Maple Plain, Minnesota, the son of Harvey Heinzen and Florence (Japs) Heinzen. On June 29, 1997, he married the love of his life; Ruth Elizabeth (Allen) Heinzen who preceded in death February 9, 2022.Also preceded in...
Catherine Ruth Harrell
May 8, 2024
Catherine Ruth Harrell, 69, of Kalamazoo, passed away peacefully Wednesday, May 8, 2024, at her home in Kalamazoo. She was born February 9, 1955, in Paw Paw, Michigan, the daughter of Stephen Diljak and Norma (Brown) Diljak.As the oldest daughter, she took on the role of helping raise her siblings while her parents worked long hours to provide for them. Catherine...
Tyler James Crook
May 7, 2024
Tyler James Crook, age 31, of Southgate, MI, passed away Tuesday, May 7, 2024. Tyler was born June 17, 1992, in Coral Springs, FL, the son of Thomas and Lisa (Sutherland) Crook. He graduated from Mattawan High School, class of 2010, and attended KVCC with special interests in music theory and philosophy. These interests continued throughout his life, frequently leading...
Rosemary Thornton
May 7, 2024
Rosemary Thornton, 74, of Lawton, passed away May 7, 2024 at Bronson Commons in Mattawan. Rosemary was born April 23, 1950 in Battle Creek, the daughter of William and Mary (Brandt) Cosgrove. Rosemary was a private caregiver for many years and enjoyed reading and working puzzles. She was also an avid fan of the Detroit Tigers and Elvis.
Rosemary is survived...
Margaret "Peg" A. Woods
May 6, 2024
Margaret “Peg” A. Woods, 72, of Paw Paw, MI, gracefully departed this world surrounded by the love of her family on Monday, May 6, 2024, at Rose Arbor in Kalamazoo.Born on September 30, 1951, in Akron, Ohio, Peg was the cherished daughter of Laverne “Ed” Buess and Jeanette (Bunell) Buess. She brought joy and warmth to her family from the...
Jane Marie Yarbrough
May 5, 2024
Jane Marie Yarbrough, 71, of Paw Paw, passed away Sunday May 5, 2024 at Bronson Methodist Hospital in Kalamazoo. She was born September 9, 1952, in Paw Paw, Michigan, the daughter of Herbert Weatherwax and Jean (Hill) Weatherwax. Jane loved going fast and enjoyed racing at the Hartford and Kalamazoo Motor Speedways. She also loved to mow her lawn and ride around...
Terry L. Wolownik
May 3, 2024
Terry L. Wolownik, 77, passed away May 3, 2024 peacefully at home surrounded by his beloved wife and daughters in Queen Creek, Arizona. Terry was preceded in death by his late parents, Andrew Wolownik, Charlie & June (Wolownik) McCauslin, Henrietta (Nanny) Weidner and sister, Kay Gailhouse.
Terry is survived by his loving wife of 33 years, Barbara and his four children:...
Mary F. Sutherland
May 1, 2024
Mary F. Sutherland, 91, of Almena passed away Wednesday, May 1, 2024 at her home. She was born November 18, 1932 in Scotts, Michigan, the first child of Lee Phillip Schau and Gertrude Carrie Brooks. She attended the McCain’s Corners Primary School and graduated from Climax-Scotts High School in 1951. It was there that she met her future husband, Clarence...
James Patrick McClain
Apr 30, 2024
James Patrick McClain, 60, of Mattawan, MI, passed away peacefully at home on April 30, 2024, following a valiant battle with ALS. James, known to most as Jim, was born April 19, 1964, in Jackson, MI, the youngest child of Barbara and William McClain. Jim was a skilled athlete growing up, playing baseball at Lawton High School, and was known...
Elizabeth Esther (Weaver) Beam
Apr 29, 2024
Elizabeth Esther (Weaver) Beam passed away on April 29, 2024, at the age of 103.Elizabeth (Liz) was born on December 26, 1920, in Ann Arbor, Michigan. She was the only child of Claire and Glen Weaver of Lawrence, Michigan. She spent much of her life in Lawton, Michigan where she and her husband, Bob, raised their five children. She and...
Daniel Paix Newman
Apr 28, 2024
Daniel Paix Newman, born on February 12, 1977, in Kalamazoo, was a beloved individual who touched the lives of many. His sudden passing on April 28, 2024, at Bronson Methodist Hospital has left a void the hearts of those who knew him.Daniel was a man of varied interests and passions. He thrived while riding his motorcycle and working with tools,...
Betty Turner
Apr 28, 2024
Betty Turner 84 of Paw Paw, MI, passed away peacefully April 28th, 2024, at White Oaks Nursing Assisted Living in Lawton.
Betty was born in Danville, Alabama, October 3rd, 1939, to Adell and Arley Weaver. She married Bobby Turner October 10th, 1955, in IUKA, Mississippi.
Betty was the Matriarch of the family. She was the oldest of nine siblings. Betty’s family was...
Randy Allen Lowe
Apr 24, 2024
Randy Allen Lowe, 70, of Lawrence, passed away surrounded by family on Wednesday, April 24, 2024. Born on November 27, 1953, in Watervliet, Michigan, Randy led a fulfilling life filled with cherished memories and impressive accomplishments.His strong work ethic led him to dedicate years to the Watervliet Paper Mill and Watervliet Public Schools, retiring in 2017. Randy was a past chief...
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