Obituaries

Apr 18, 2022

Kurtis Lee Yoder was a quiet and humble man who at the same time was friendly to all and never had a bad word to say. He was born August 11, 1960 in Union City, Indiana and throughout his childhood moved to several towns in Indiana, as his father was often transferred for work. The family relocated to Marengo,...

Apr 15, 2022

Lyle B. Huggett, age 88, of Paw Paw, passed away Friday, April 15, 2022 at the Rose Arbor Residence in Kalamazoo. Lyle was born on January 18, 1934 in Battle Creek, the only child to the late Floyd and Beatrice (Moore) Huggett.

Lyle received his Masters degree from Western Michigan University, then moved on to a longtime...

Apr 7, 2022

Patricia Anna Hopkins was born January 27, 1958, in Laconia, New Hampshire, daughter of Joseph Raymond Landry and Marie Elizabeth (Johnston) Landry. Eventually Pat moved to Michigan where she would raise her family. Most recently, she was living in Paw Paw which allowed her to remain within close distance to her two children. Pat enjoyed her bowling and was...

Apr 5, 2022

April May (Root) Wadkins, 54, of Lawton, passed away Tuesday April 5, 2022, at her home in Lawton.

She was born April 10, 1967 in Kalamazoo , Michigan, the daughter of Brent Root, Sr..and Delene (Dauphinais) Root.

April will be remembered for her strong will and bold personality. She always stood up for what she...

Apr 4, 2022

Tammy Lynn Gibbs, 57, of Lawton, passed away Monday, April 4, 2022 at Bronson Hospital in Kalamazoo.

Tammy was the matriarch of the family and was one to bring others together. She treasured the holiday gatherings with her family and will be remembered for preparing the best dinner rolls, cheese potato's and Chex mix. For many years,...

Mar 31, 2022

I. Suzanne (Ryan) French completed her earthly journey March 31, 2022.  Born August 11, 1935, the daughter of the late Frank and Irene (Calkins) Ryan.  Suzanne was also preceded in death by a half-brother, Paul, her best friend and husband of 49 years, Earl French.  They were united in marriage, February 14, 1959.  Those remaining are dearly loved family. ...

Mar 27, 2022

Carol-Lu Frances Specht, 84, of Lawton, passed away Sunday March 27, 2022 at the Rose Arbor hospice residence in Kalamazoo.

She was born August 31, 1937 in Evanston, Illinois, the daughter of Joseph and Lucille Schelsky.

Carol enjoyed operating her own hair salon from her home for many years. While she was in beauty school,...

Mar 24, 2022

Betty Austin age 84, of Lawrence (also from Paw Paw 1961 - 1995), passed away Thursday evening March 24, 2022 at White Oaks Retirement Residence in Lawton, MI with family at her bedside following a 20+yr. battle with Alzheimer’s. Betty was born June 3, 1937 in Howell, MI to Donald & Lois Marjorie (Johnson) Carpp.  She graduated from Lawrence...

Mar 24, 2022

Renoma Elizabeth Westphal, 71, of Gobles, passed away March 24, 2022 at her home.

She was born January 3, 1951 in Buffalo, New York, the daughter of Harry Brooks and Aileen (Berciunas) Brooks.

On June 5, 1970 Liz married Richard H. Boyer who preceded her in death October 16, 2001. She later was united in...

Mar 23, 2022

Mark Eugene Schuster, 62, of Paw Paw, passed away Wednesday, March 23, 2022 at his home in Paw Paw.

He was born August 26, 1959, in Kendallville, Indiana, the son of Eugene J. Schuster and Laurella M. (Fike) Schuster.

He is survived by his son, Joseph E. (Rebecca) Schuster, grandchildren; Austin J. Schuster, Robert M....

Mar 21, 2022

Steven Kuchek was born in Midland, Michigan, on May 11, 1956, the son of the late Leonard and Phyllis (Price) Kuchek. He graduated from Bay City Western High School, class of 1975. Steve and his brother Roger decided to attend the Gemological Institute of America where they became Graduate Gemologists. He was very proud of more than a 30...

Mar 21, 2022

Esther (De La Torre) Mihelich, of Paw Paw, Michigan, passed away March 21, 2022 at White Oaks Assisted Living in Lawton. Esther was born June 18, 1934 in Rio Piedras, Puerto Rico. She met Jack Mihelich in Puerto Rico, while he was serving in the Navy. The couple were married shortly thereafter on June 4, 1960. Esther and Jack...

Mar 17, 2022

Nellie “Joyce” Sturrus Webb of Kalamazoo, MI, was born on August 8, 1938, the youngest of four children, to Catherine (DeWaal) and Marinus Sturrus in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Not one to complain, Joyce faced physical challenges that would seem insurmountable to most, but with the help of her devoted caregivers, family, and friends, she led a life of purpose...

Mar 10, 2022

David Kelly Stephayn was born on October 6, 1943, to Andrew Sr and Viola (Kelly) Stephayn. He passed away peacefully at Rose Arbor Hospice in the evening hours of March 10, 2022, just moments after a final prayer was said for God to welcome him home from his journey.

David grew up and lived most of his...

Mar 5, 2022

Geraldine Agnes Whitworth, 83, of Paw Paw, passed away Saturday, March 5, 2022.

Geraldine was born in Claypool, Indiana, March 25, 1938, daughter to the late Paul and Bernice (Berkowitz) Ziegler. She was united in marriage on October 7, 1961, to Franklin Fay Whitworth, who preceded her in death August 25, 2017.

Geraldine had been...

Mar 1, 2022

Malcolm (Mal) D. Scott, passed away on March 1, 2022, at the age of 89.  The son of Dr. Paul and Gladys Scott.  Mal was born in New Market, Indiana on August 19, 1932.

Mal grew up in New Market and graduated from high school in 1950, where his fondest memory was the year he and his...

Feb 24, 2022

Shirley Jean Mearing of Paw Paw, Michigan, passed away peacefully, Thursday, February 24, 2022, at the age of 86. She was the daughter of Richard Shaw and Virginia Wiley. She was a graduate of East Jackson High School, Jackson Michigan in 1954. She retired from Paw Paw Wine Distributers after many years of loyal service. She took great care...

Feb 23, 2022

Delores Eileen Butcher-Evink, 93, of Lawton, passed away peacefully Wednesday, February 23, 2022.

She was born August 4, 1928 in Marcellus, Michigan, the daughter of Harold Westphal and Georgia (Boyer) Westphal.

Delores enjoyed camping with her children when they were younger, she was a hard worker, working as a waitress, Paw Paw Plating and Welch...

Feb 22, 2022

Mark Andrew Dulik, 51, of Paw Paw, MI, passed away Tuesday February 22, 2022 at his home. Mark was born in Paw Paw on February 1, 1971, and was raised by his grandparents Ann and Jerry Hofstra. He enjoyed fishing and boating and relaxing by the lakeside. Mark enjoyed the outdoors and was the master of the grill in...

Feb 21, 2022

Bernadette Marie Filip (McGann), 59, of Paw Paw, formerly of Rolling Prairie IN,  passed away Monday February 21, 2022.

She was born October 18, 1962 in LaPorte, Indiana, the daughter of the late Paul McGann and Martha (Scott) Webber.

The highlight of  Bernie's life was time spent with her family and grandchildren. She enjoyed reading...