Obituaries

Jun 24, 2023

Dawn Marie Hogmire, 76, of Paw Paw, passed away Saturday, June 24, 2023, at The Timbers of Cass County in Dowagiac.

She was born October 16, 1946, in Paw Paw, the daughter of Cornelius Cole and Leona (Francoise) Cole.  For several years Dawn was a volunteer EMT for Sister Lakes.

She is survived by her...

Jun 16, 2023

Ronald Everett Burza, age 65, of Gobles, passed away peacefully at his home Friday, June 16, 2023. He was born in Paw Paw, August 6, 1957, to Everett and Wilma (Haley) Burza.

Ron learned at age 16 that he had muscular dystrophy. He lived with progressive weakness and increasing intense, chronic pain all his life. Ron had...

Jun 13, 2023

Sierra Elizabeth-Ann Loughrin, 19, of Mattawan, passed away suddenly Tuesday, June 13, 2023.

She was born July 18, 2003, in Kalamazoo, to parents Matthew and Janine (Rigg) Loughrin. From a young age, Sierra's parents knew she possessed an extreme talent for the performing arts. All throughout school, Sierra acted in the school musicals and plays. She secured...

Jun 2, 2023

Agnus Grace Conklin, one year old of Paw Paw, died following a car accident on June 2, 2023. She was born May 20, 2022, the daughter of Kenneth and Sasha (Ramsey) Conklin. Born with bright blue eyes and a radiating smile, she was adored by her family. Agnus loved being outside with the sunshine on her face. She loved...

Jun 2, 2023

Raymond A. Barber, age 70 of Gravel Lake in Lawton, died at home under hospice care on June 2, 2023. He was born May 14, 1953, in Portsmouth, Virginia, the son of Raynold and Loretta (Judd) Barber. After his father’s retirement from the U.S. Navy, the family settled in Portage. Ray was a 1972 graduate of Portage Central High...

May 25, 2023

Ann Ellen Fenton, 82, of Paw Paw, passed away Thursday, May 25, 2023, at the Rose Arbor Residence in Kalamazoo. Born in Kalamazoo, March 28, 1941, the daughter of Loyal Fenton and Estina (Sherrod) Fenton.

Ann had a lifelong love for horses. She worked for Duo-Tang in Paw Paw for 40 years until they closed for business....

May 23, 2023

Denise Annette Lenox, 67, of Kalamazoo Michigan, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 23, 2023 at her home in Kalamazoo. She was born March 16, 1956 in Battle Creek, Michigan, the daughter of John and Shirley Moriarty, who preceded her in death.

Denise was a loving, caring and compassionate daughter, mother, grandmother, sister and aunt. She loved...

May 21, 2023

Ann Elizabeth Good, 92, of Lawton, passed away Sunday, May 21, 2023. She was born November 12, 1930, in Paw Paw, the daughter of Donald C. Sirrine and Frances (Mearing) Sirrine.

Ann knew the value of hard work and caring for her family. Although she was not crazy about working the farm she and her husband purchased,...

May 21, 2023

James William Britt Jr., 73, of Paw Paw, passed away Sunday, May 21, 2023. Bill was born in Fort Worth, Texas, August 19, 1949. He was the only son of James W. Britt Sr.and Bessie "Inez" (Harris) Britt. He served his country in the Army, stationed in Germany. He was married to Linda Britt who preceded him in death...

May 19, 2023

Donald Downing Goodrich, 76, of Marcellus, MI, passed away Friday, May 19, 2023 at Ascension Borgess-Pipp Hospital in Plainwell, MI.

He was born January 3, 1947, in Moline, Illinois, the son of Harold Goodrich, Sr. and Esther Narlene (Lundahl) Goodrich.

Donald loved being an outdoorsman.  He was an avid hunter and fisherman.  He also loved...

May 17, 2023

Catherine Ritsema Sommerfelt, 71, a lifelong resident of Paw Paw, went home to her Lord and Savior May 17, 2023, at Bronson Hospital in Kalamazoo.

Born into the world March 8, 1952, Catherine was one of five children. She was a faithful member at Trinity Lutheran Church of Paw Paw, where she was baptized and confirmed June...

May 16, 2023

Faith Lee Labadie, 24, of Paw Paw, passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, May 16, 2023, in Battle Creek, leaving many people whose lives she had touched with great sorrow. Faith was born to Tom and Lisa (Hill) Labadie in Paw Paw, May 15, 1999. She attended Trinity Lutheran School through 8th grade and then attended Paw Paw High School. She...

May 10, 2023

Robert Gene Shears, 81, of Lawton, passed away Wednesday, May 10, 2023, at Plainwell Pines in Plainwell.

He was born October 13, 1941, in Kalamazoo, the son of Robert Romain Shears and Mary Naomi(Sims) Hurley.

Throughout his life, Robert and his family moved around quite often, from Michigan to Kentucky and back to Michigan. He...

May 9, 2023

Linda Sue Salter age 74, passed away in Hospice Care at Centrica in Kalamazoo, Michigan on Tuesday - May 9, 2023 following a lengthy illness. She was born on February 3, 1949 - the daughter of Robert H. Redinger and Annabelle (Anthony) Redinger.

Linda had many passions in life, the most important among them was her beloved...

May 9, 2023

Roger Chase, age 73, of Paw Paw, MI, passed away Tuesday May 9, 2023 at Centrica Rose Arbor Place in Kalamazoo, MI.

He was born November 26, 1949 in Paw Paw, Michigan, the son of Leland  Chase and Loretta (Garrod ) Chase.

Roger was a talented fabricator and retired after working as a machinist for...

May 9, 2023

On May 9, 2023, Arthur Lynn Richardson left this world to enter Paradise with his Lord and Savior Jesus. Art had a prolonged stay in hospice as he battled several debilitating illnesses, surviving well beyond the expectations of the hospice nurses and staff.

Art was born in Paw Paw, Michigan, on October 11, 1948, to his parents...

May 8, 2023

Brenda Joyce Heighton passed away on Monday, May 8, 2023 at home in Mattawan, Michigan with her family by her side.

She was born May 10, 1943 in Kalamazoo, Michigan, the daughter of Nicholas Aleksich and Elizabeth (Isaac) Aleksich.

Brenda had a green thumb, and there was nothing she loved more than working in her...

May 6, 2023

Esther Narlene Goodrich, 96, of Lawrence, passed away Saturday, May 6, 2023, peacefully at her home in Lawrence.

She was born June 15, 1926, in Quincy, Illinois, the daughter of Charles Edward Lundahl and Ida June (Clifford) Lundahl.

Esther lived a full life rich faith and family. She was a devoted Christian and enjoyed spending...

May 6, 2023

Harvey Lawrence Holm II, 78, of Mattawan, MI, passed away Saturday May 6, 2023, at his home, surrounded by his loving family.

He was born November 8, 1944, in Evergreen Park, Illinois, the son of Harvey L. Holm Sr. and Leila (Kihl) Holm.

Harvey was raised in the south suburbs of Chicago where he graduated...

May 4, 2023

Marlene Louise Krajewski, 87, of Paw Paw, passed away Thursday, May 4, 2023, at Medilodge in Kalamazoo.

She was born March 25, 1936, in Paw Paw, the daughter of Clifton Day and Alice (Harter) Day. On July 7, 1956, she married Walter Krajewski who preceded her in death in 2010.

She is survived by her...