Obituaries

Oct 18, 2023

Delphine Marcella Stevens, 86, of Paw Paw, passed away Wednesday, October 18, 2023.

She was born September 6, 1937, in Hammond, Indiana, the daughter of Alexander "Alex" Lula and Eleanore Agnes (Grudecki) Lula.

Delphine was a 1955 graduate of Paw Paw High School. She completed two years of floral design at MSU, then Davenport University...

Oct 15, 2023

Charles Richard Craddock, 81, of Paw Paw, passed away peacefully Sunday, October 15, 2023, at Rose Arbor Hospice in Kalamazoo.

He was born February 27, 1942, in Kalamazoo, the son of Richard Craddock and Carla (Emmick) Craddock.

Charles was a hardworking man who loved to serve his community. He started his career as a firefighter...

Oct 9, 2023

Terrence "Terry" William Tapper, 74, of Paw Paw, passed away suddenly Monday, October 9, 2023, at his home.

He was born February 19, 1949, in Paw Paw, second eldest son of the late John H. Tapper Sr. and Jean Anne (Cavendar) Tapper.

Terry met the love of his life, Linda Prawat, while in high school....

Sep 28, 2023

The storyteller has passed on. William Graham Brott, age 82 of Mattawan, passed away peacefully on September 28, 2023 at Rose Arbor Hospice in Kalamazoo, Michigan with his beloved daughters Carrie and Merrie at his side. Bill was born in Detroit, Michigan. He was the son of the late William and Clara(Carlson) Brott. On October 28,1961 in...

Sep 28, 2023

Esther Ellen Harvey, 72, of Mattawan, passed away Thursday September 28, 2023 at White Oaks in Lawton.

Esther was a strong person who never sat down, and was determined to get what she wanted. She enjoyed upholstery, both for work and for fun. She had many projects going at the same time, from home improvement, gardening, wine...

Sep 28, 2023

Blair Gill Rice, 60, of Lawton, passed away suddenly, Thursday, September 28, 2023, at his home.

Blair was born February 16, 1963, in Three Rivers, the son of the late Freeland Rice Jr., and Winifred Mae (Lewis) Rice. He was a 1981 graduate of Lawton High School. He worked in HVAC for most of his career and...

Sep 28, 2023

David Ross Lesman, 68, of Lawton, passed away Thursday September 28, 2023, at his home in Lawton.

He was born July 27, 1955, in Kalamazoo, the son of Dale Lesman and Eleanor (Voltz) Lesman. He is survived by his wife, Julie Lesman, daughter, Damika Lesman, son, Dominick Lesman, one granddaughter, London Hall, his beloved dog Boomer and...

Sep 27, 2023

Earl Eugene Willett, 89, of Paw Paw, passed away Wednesday, September 27, 2023, at his home.

He was born December 31, 1933, in Petoskey, Michigan, the son of the late Lewis and Marjorie (Boadway) Willett.

Earl was drafted into the Navy and proudly served his country. He enjoyed spending his time fishing in the warm...

Sep 20, 2023

Joseph William Bogart, of Kalamazoo, passed away Wednesday, September 20, 2023, at the Rose Arbor Residence.

Joe's life began June 27, 1926, in Sturgis, Michigan, one of three sons born to the late Henry Bogart and Arlene (Perk) Bogart. Following high school, He obtained his undergrad and Master's degree from Michigan State University and was a member...

Sep 20, 2023

Timothy Joseph Black, 66, of Paw Paw, passed away Wednesday, September 20, 2023, peacefully at his home.

He was born November 5, 1956, in Elkhart, Indiana, the son of Harold  Black and Julia (Kovatch) Black.

Tim was a man of many talents and hobbies. His artistic abilities allowed him to create beautiful handmade sketches and...

Sep 17, 2023

Robert "Bucky" Clark, passed away peacefully at Rose Arbor on Sunday, September 17, 2023.  Bucky was born on June 23, 1944 to Roscoe (Moe) and Evelyn Clark in Kalamazoo, MI.  He graduated from Kalamazoo Central High School in 1962.

Bucky was an entrepreneur and owned Stoneridge Inn in Mattawan.  He worked and managed The Final Curtain.  He...

Sep 16, 2023

Brinda Kay Vowels, beloved mother, grandmother, and friend was born on August 7th, 1955, in Paw Paw, Michigan. She peacefully passed away at her home on Saturday, September 16th, 2023, leaving behind a legacy of love and cherished memories. She was born August 7, 1955, in Paw Paw, the daughter of the late Jim Ramsey and Addie (King) Ramsey....

Sep 15, 2023

Theresa Lynn Walters, 53, of Paw Paw, passed away Friday, September 15, 2023, at Bronson Methodist Hospital.

She was born October 12, 1969, in Groton, Connecticut, the daughter of Thomas Drake and Jeanne (Buck) Drake.

Theresa was known for the excellent meals she prepared and the treats she baked. You could always count on the...

Sep 10, 2023

Friederike Corey, 92, of Decatur, passed away Sunday, September 10, 2023 at Borgess Medical Center in Kalamazoo.

Friederike was born June 25, 1931 in Castle, Germany, the daughter of the late Fritz Nolte and Lena (Ingalls) Nolte.  While in Germany, she trained to become a beautician.

After moving to the United States, Friederike married Ernest...

Sep 9, 2023

Charles Arthur Reisner died in his home in Paw Paw, Michigan on September 10, 2023.

Born in Washington, D.C. on November 26, 1946, and adopted by Marion and Arthur Reisner, “Chuck” would become a standout basketball player at Dearborn High School. He would go on to graduate with distinction from Michigan State University. Prior to his career...

Sep 8, 2023

Richard Edward Healy passed away peacefully at his Ackley Lake home in Paw Paw, Friday, September 8, 2023.

Richard was born in Chicago on November 1, 1930, son of the late Edward Richard Healy and Esther C. (Atwater) Healy. At a very young age his father, a Chicago police officer, unexpectedly passed away in the line of...

Sep 6, 2023

Carol left the loving arms of her husband Tim and moved into the protective embrace of Jesus on Wednesday, September 6th 2023 at Rose Arbor Place in Kalamazoo. Carol was born the first child of Wayne Harvey Peter and Lois Mary Germaine Peter on November 10, 1946 in Paw Paw.

Carol was first married to John Rigozzi...

Sep 5, 2023

Thomas Edward Campbell, 77, of Mattawan, passed away Tuesday September 5, 2023 at his home.

He was born July 16, 1946, the son of Harville Lester Campbell and Leona (Kuneke) Campbell.

Tom's life began in Saint Louis, Missouri. From a young age he understood the value of hard work and the...

Sep 4, 2023

Patricia "Patty" Ann (Powers) Spencer, 67, of Paw Paw, passed away Monday, September 4, 2023 at her home.

She was born September 18, 1955 in Kalamazoo, Michigan, the daughter of the late Robert Powers and Bernadine (Healy) Soper.

Patty had a heart of gold and would help anyone. She was the "glue" that kept the...

Sep 3, 2023

Barbara Jean Harris, 84, of Lawton, passed away peacefully Thursday, August 31, 2023, at her home.

She was born November 13, 1938, in Battle Creek, the daughter of the late Andrew Shick and Jeanette (Clark) Shick.

Barb loved music and had great talent playing the piano and the accordion. She was proud of the family...