Obituaries

Mar 24, 2023

Joan Louise Szotek, 84, of Paw Paw, passed away peacefully Friday, March 24, 2023, at her home.

She was born August 17, 1938, in Chicago, Illinois, the daughter of John Kawka and Marie (Bartosiewicz) Kawka.

In her younger years, Joan was an avid bowler. She worked for several years setting up cards for American Greetings....

Mar 22, 2023

Robert "Bob" Michael Gordenier was born on July 9, 1958, in Pontiac, MI to Richard Gordenier and Nancy (Pond) Gordenier. He was united in marriage on June 9, 1979, to Cristina "Chris" (New) Gordenier, and in 1985, they welcomed their daughter Jessica who was the light of his life.

Although he could come off as being a...

Mar 19, 2023

Betty Wassman of Lawrence, MI, Passed away Sunday, March 19, 2023 at the age of 97.  She was preceded in death by her parents, Frank and Cora Benessi, her husband, Carlyle Wassman, her sister, Dorothy Guilfoyle and her grandson, Dan Miller.  She is survived by her children, Sue Miller (Jerry) and Steve Wassman (Wendy), grandchildren, Emily Lund, Bess Wassman,...

Mar 14, 2023

Born in the Windy City, Gregory Zaucha lived an accomplished life that revolved around his family, friends and his career. He was neat, organized and thorough in everything he did.

Greg was born May 13, 1947, to Stanley and Adele (Kwasniak) Zaucha. From a young age, Greg grew accustomed to spending his summers in Paw Paw, where...

Mar 11, 2023

With great sadness we announce that on March 11, 2023, Joseph B. Mathews, age 73, of Lawton Michigan, left this earthly plane and is now soaring like an eagle. He was born on Friday, May 13, 1949, to Albert E. and Janice (Brown) Mathews. Joe served our country as a member of the US Army during the Vietnam war....

Mar 11, 2023

Kathryn Arlene Asenbauer, 88, of Kalamazoo, passed away Saturday, March 11, 2023, at the Rose Arbor Residence in Kalamazoo.

She was born April 2, 1934, in Concord, Michigan, the daughter of Wells R. Rowley and Henrietta (Winchell) Rowley.

Kathryn was employed with Western Michigan University, where she worked in food service and housekeeping for 25...

Mar 10, 2023

Theresa Renee "Terri" Giacalone, 38, of Bloomingdale, passed away Friday, March 10, 2023. She was born May 10, 1984, in Kalamazoo, Michigan, the daughter of Charles Giacalone and Marcia Pearl Beach.

Theresa was employed with the Bloomingdale Public School in food service. She loved her job and established many friendships. She enjoyed country music and supporting her...

Mar 10, 2023

Stefan Andrew Tokarchick, 54, of Paw Paw, passed away Friday, March 10, 2023, at the Rose Arbor Residence in Kalamazoo.

He was born December 18, 1968, in Kalamazoo, the son of William B. Tokarchick and MaryAnn (Korabik) Tokarchick.

Stefan has been a lifelong resident of Paw Paw, he graduated in 1987 from Paw Paw High...

Mar 9, 2023

Janice Annette Hover, 72, passed away Thursday March 9, 2023 at her home in Lawrence.

She was born September 18, 1950 in Paw Paw, Michigan, the daughter of Leslie Alden Lounsberry and EdnaMae (Cerny) Field.

Jan attended Southwestern Michigan College, where she earned her CNA certificate.

Her community was always her main priority...

Mar 5, 2023

Mike Thorpe began his life on March 4, 1947, in Paw Paw, Michigan, welcomed into the world at Lakeview Hospital, son to the late Russell Thorpe and Adeline (Gromek) Thorpe. Mike enlisted in the Army and served in Vietnam. While he was home on leave, he was united in marriage to his sweetheart, Linda (Stoken) Thorpe, November 19, 1965,...

Feb 23, 2023

Anthony Lanphear, 53, of Lawrence, Michigan, passed away, unexpectedly, Thursday, February 23, 2023 at his home.

He was born October 20, 1969 in Paw Paw, Michigan, the son of David Lanphear and Patricia (Germaine) Lanphear.

Anthony was a caring and hardworking man. His family were his greatest love; and his grandchildren affectionately called him "Ha...

Feb 22, 2023

Ethan Minot Quillen was born in Armidale, New South Wales, Australia, March 18, 1994, the second child to Dean and Sharla (Taylor) Quillen. The family relocated to the United States in 2000, to Allegan, Michigan, where they lived with Sharla's parents.

From a very young age, Ethan was known for being respectful, kind and an all-around good...

Feb 19, 2023

Sharon Kay Aernie, 66, of Mattawan, passed away Sunday, February 19, 2023.

She was born November 9, 1956, in Kalamazoo, the daughter of Edward O. Arnold and Mary Emma (Menz) Arnold.

Sharon was passionate about animals and the outdoors. She kept busy with her gardening hobby and camping with her girlfriends a couple times a...

Feb 13, 2023

Cynthia “Cindy” Heneghan of Paw Paw, MI, passed away on February 13, 2023, after a long battle with lung cancer.

She was born on October 18, 1943, in Dowagiac, MI, where she grew up, graduating from Dowagiac High School. She married John C. Heneghan of Marcellus, MI, in 1963 and joined him in Alaska while he served...

Feb 9, 2023

Charles Edward Lindenbach, 80, of Kalamazoo, passed away peacefully Thursday, February 9, 2023 at his home with his family by his side.

Chuck, as many knew him, was born October 5, 1942, in South Haven, the son of the late Peter Lindenbach and Mary (Scott) Earl-Boadway. Chuck’s greatest joys in life were being a husband, a father,...

Feb 7, 2023

Barbara Sue Wilson, 80, of Lawrence, passed away Tuesday, February 7, 2023, at her home.

Barb was born in Hornersville, Missouri, October 5, 1942, to the late Edgar Lee and Violet (Sairls) Lee. She was one of 15 children and enjoyed growing up with the company of her siblings. As a young girl, Barb enjoyed all the...

Feb 7, 2023

David George Marshall was born September 24, 1961, in Middletown, Connecticut, son of Robert Marshall and Geraldine (Hickey) Marshall. Early on in his life, his family moved to Vermont. It was at school in Vergennes,Vermont where he met the love of his life, Jacqueline Mailloux. He and Jackie were married on October 3, 1981.  David later supported his family...

Feb 5, 2023

Leroy James Moyle, 93, of Kalamazoo, passed away Sunday, February 5, 2023.

He was born December 12, 1929, in Mattawan, the son of Norman Moyle and Lydia (Buttolph) Moyle.

Roy enjoyed a 35-year career with the Upjohn Company, where he worked as a boiler mechanic, retiring in 1989. He was the proud recipient of the...

Feb 1, 2023

Michael Douglas Bates passed away Wednesday, February 1, 2023, at the age of 52. Mike was born on October 3, 1970, in Kalamazoo MI. He was the son of Harold and Megan (Sprague) Bates and brother to Jodie Bates. Mike was the father of Kodi Bates and Chelsea (Bates) Zarate. He was the grandfather of Jaime Zarate Jr., Cameron...

Jan 29, 2023

Marilynn Louise Riggs, 80, of Paw Paw, passed away Sunday, January 29, 2023, in Kalamazoo. Marilynn was born June 23, 1942, in Cincinnati, Ohio, the daughter of the late Everett Conley Rutherford and Ruth (Phillips) Rutherford.

Marilynn held a strong faith in her Lord and Savior throughout her life. She was a member of Faith Baptist Church...