Obituaries

Sep 3, 2023

Delia Ann (Cross) Houghton, born in Paw Paw, MI. on February 29, 1944, went to heaven on Saturday, September 2, 2023.  She was born to Lyle & Elva (Richer) Cross and married Rick Houghton on Halloween 1970.  Delia passed away in Paw Paw, Michigan at the age of 79 with her family by her side.

She is...

Sep 1, 2023

George Roger Crouse was born on March 27, 1940, in South Haven Michigan to George Russell and Evelyn (Myers) Crouse. He graduated from South Haven High School and married Ruth Elizabeth Thomas on October 25th, 1958. George served in the Michigan State Police from 1963 to 1987.  As a trooper, he was assigned to the Reed City, New Buffalo...

Aug 27, 2023

Rusty A. Ritsema passed away at his home on August 27, 2023 after a long battle with cancer.

He was born on March 3, 1959 in Paw Paw to Mildred (Compton) Ritsema and the late Benjamin Ritsema.

Rusty graduated from Paw Paw High School in 1977. He owned & operated Ritsema’s...

Aug 27, 2023

Richard Gary Brown, 73, of Lawton, passed away suddenly on Sunday, August 27, 2023.

He was born March 12, 1950, in Paw Paw, son of Dwight Brown and Lucille (Roy) Brown.

Richard attended Lawton High School graduating in 1968. He then enlisted in the Air Force where he served during Vietnam, loading bombs into planes....

Aug 25, 2023

Horace Felton Goodwin, 87, of Paw Paw, passed away Friday, August 25, 2023, at his home.

He was born January 7, 1936, in Moulton, Alabama, the son of the late Garth E. Goodwin and Mollie (Heflin) Goodwin.

Horace served his country in the Army from 1954 to 1958. He enjoyed tinkering with lawn mowers, working around his property and gardening. He also...

Aug 22, 2023

Reese Maverick James Sparks of Lawton, was born and called home on Tuesday, August 22, 2023, before his earthly journey could begin.

He is the son of Zachary Sparks and Kimberly Barnett who survive.

Reese is also survived by his siblings; Alora and Kinley Sparks and two grandmothers; Julie Linderman and Kristal Sparks.

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Aug 21, 2023

Donald Paul Graham, 85, of Decatur, MI, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, August 21, 2023, after suffering a lengthy battle with dementia. His passing was peaceful with family by his side. Arrangements have been entrusted to Adams Funeral Home, Paw Paw, MI. A private family interment will take place on a later date at Lakeside...

Aug 16, 2023

Carla Jean Austin, 90, of Mattawan, passed from this life to the next on August 16, 2023.

She was born August 19, 1932 in Kalamazoo, the daughter of the late Carl Henry Enzian and Glenna (Culler) Enzian.

She is survived by her five children, Marcy (Paul) Dunn, Julie Lawley, Steve Austin, Ed Austin and Owen...

Aug 15, 2023

Mary Jeanette Botsford, 70, of Paw Paw, passed away Tuesday, August 15, 2023, at her home.

She was born October 4, 1952 in Kalamazoo, the daughter of the late David Bolen and Dora (Baty) Bolen.

On September 26, 1980, in Kalamazoo, she married Robert Botsford who survives.

She is also survived by her...

Aug 15, 2023

Lillian "Sis" Marie Radtke, 74, of Paw Paw, passed away Tuesday August 15, 2023 at Bronson Methodist Hospital.

She was born July 25, 1949 in Lawton, Michigan, the daughter of the late Joseph Radtke and Lillian (Chybik) Radtke.

Lillian worked at DuoTang as a forklift driver for many years. Following retirement, she moved to Florida...

Aug 13, 2023

Sylvia Anne Wroblewski, 87, of Paw Paw, passed away Saturday, August 12, 2023, peacefully at her home.

She was born November 4, 1935, in Chicago, the daughter of the late Joseph J. Surdy and Victoria L. (Grudecki) Surdy. Sylvia and her family moved to Paw Paw when she was a young girl. She attended Saint Mary School...

Aug 7, 2023

Ruth Louise Westcott, 73, of Paw Paw, passed away Monday, August 7, 2023, at her home.

She was born November 2, 1949, in Paw Paw, the daughter of the late Francis Dorstewitz and Eleanore (Schmidt) Dorstewitz.

Ruth will be remembered as a lady with great artistic flair. She was very talented with embroidery and quilting...

Jul 22, 2023

Dorothy Elizabeth Potter, 94, of Kalamazoo, passed away Saturday, July 22, 2023, at Borgess Place in Kalamazoo.

She was born March 17, 1929, in Decatur, the daughter of William Hansen and Signe Marie (Nystrom) Hansen.

Dorothy enjoyed spending her time reading and watching the birds.

She is survived by her two daughters, Brenda...

Jul 22, 2023

Linda Marie Weston, 66, of Kalamazoo, passed away unexpectedly Saturday, July 22, 2023, at her home.

She was born October 27, 1956, in Kalamazoo, Michigan, the daughter of the late Donald Giddings and Katherine (Rowley) Asenbauer.

Linda was a devoted wife and loving mother and grandmother. She married her high school sweetheart, Russ, on August...

Jul 21, 2023

Joyce Ann Root, 79, of Lawton, passed away Friday, July 21, 2023. Joyce was born April 5, 1944, in Moulton, Alabama, the daughter of James and Inez (Standridge) Washburn.

Joyce had a deep love for her family and her happiest times were spent making memories with her family.  Her favorite hobbies included sewing, quilting, and reading.

Jul 20, 2023

Charles Howard Edwards, 73, of Lawrence, passed away Thursday, July 20, 2023, at Bronson Hospital after a recent illness.

He was born January 26, 1950, in Chicago, the son of Everett Edwards and Stella (Filipczyk) Edwards.

Charles had many hobbies and interests. He enjoyed woodworking, grocery shopping, motorcycles and his photography. However, his favorite pastimes...

Jul 17, 2023

Irene Katharine Pacula, age 92, of Kalamazoo, formerly of Paw Paw, passed away on July 17, 2023. Irene was born March 23, 1931, in Chicago IL, the daughter of Matthew and Sofia Kwasniak.

Irene was a longtime member of St. Marys’s Catholic Church.  She enjoyed working for Paw Paw High School for 18 years.

On...

Jul 14, 2023

Robert "Bobby" Harold Palmer Jr., 83, of Paw Paw,  passed away Friday, July 14, 2023, at Douglas Cove in Douglas. He was born February 5, 1940, in Paw Paw, son to the late Robert Harold Palmer Sr.and Barbara (Wilder) Palmer.

For many years, Bobby enjoyed living in Florida where he enjoyed working on a golf course. He...

Jul 11, 2023

While there are no words to express our profound loss, the family of Marlen Boothby announce his unexpected passing at home, surrounded by loved ones, on July 11, 2023.

Marlen was born on December 1, 1941, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma to parents Doctor Paul and Dixie Boothby. Soon after his birth he and his family moved to...

Jul 6, 2023

Ronald Leroy Nagy of Punta Gorda, FL, passed away after a short illness on July 6, 2023, at ShorePoint Health Center in Punta Gorda, FL. Ronald was born on July 22, 1937, in Elkhart, Indiana. He was the second of three boys born to Alex and Pearl Nagy. After graduating from Elkhart Central High School, Ron enlisted in the U.S. Navy....