Obituaries

Feb 14, 2022

Frederick Alan Snell was born March 18, 1927, in Evanston Illinois, the third child to the late Fred and Edith (Walker) Snell, and he passed away February 14, 2022, in Lawton, Michigan.

Fred graduated from Three Rivers High School in 1945 and went on to serve in the Merchant Marine Corp where he was a Cadet-Midshipman and...

Feb 11, 2022

Darryl Charles Schoudt, 59, of Paw Paw, passed away Friday, February 11, 2022 in Paw Paw.

He was born January 18, 1963 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, the son of the late Wayne Schoudt and Geraldine (Saxton) Woodruff.

Darryl, an avid sports fan, also enjoyed keeping in shape as he was an athlete, always keeping up on...

Feb 10, 2022

Raina Flynn Taylor, born August 27, 2021, fell asleep on February 10, 2022, and woke up in heaven in her grandmother's arms. Although Raina's time with us on earth was brief, her smile was infectious to everyone she met. She had a great personality, loved cuddling her family and playing with her bright colored toys!

Raina was...

Feb 10, 2022

Larry Allen Wheeler, 76, of Decatur, passed away Thursday, February 10, 2022 at the Rose Arbor Residence in Kalamazoo.

He was born September 15, 1945 in Moline, Illinois, the son of Chester Wheeler and Caroline (Keegan) VanDerHayden.

Larry enjoyed a longtime career with John Deere in East Moline, IL, where he retired after 30 years...

Feb 9, 2022

Ruth Elizabeth Heinzen was a caring wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend. She left this world suddenly from her home in Paw Paw, MI on Wednesday February 9, 2022 at the age of 82.  Ruth was born to Guy & Kathryn Allen on August 29, 1939 in Minneapolis, Minnesota.  On June 29, 1997, Ruth married her husband and lifelong...

Feb 9, 2022

Dirk Edward Wellington, 76, of Paw Paw, passed away Wednesday, February 9, 2022.

He was born February 25, 1945 in Kalamazoo, Michigan, the son of Budd Wellington and Lucille (Terpstra) Wellington.

Dirk served in the Navy during the Vietnam War aboard the USS Ozbourn, DD-846. He was united in marriage to Diane Taylor February 5,...

Feb 5, 2022

Roy Isaac Stone, 82, of Paw Paw, passed away Saturday February 5, 2022 at his home in Paw Paw.

He was born April 4, 1939 in Morganfield, Kentucky, to the late Roy Isaac Stone Sr.and Mary Elizabeth (Owens) Stone.

Roy will be remembered for his strong work ethic and helping others. He was a loving...

Feb 1, 2022

Joshua Aaron Mills, 44, of Paw Paw, passed away Tuesday February 1, 2022. Josh was born Thanksgiving day 1977, he graduated from Lawton High School 1996, Then went on to serve his country in the Army in Iraq where he was honorably discharged. Josh is the loving son to Steven and Rebecca (Fuller) Mills, dear grandson to, Richard and...

Jan 30, 2022

Thelma Ruth Schuster (Ruth Masten),  97, lifelong resident of Paw Paw passed away Sunday, January 30, 2022, at Bronson Commons in Mattawan.

She was born May 20, 1924 in Paw Paw, Michigan, the daughter of William Marion Piffer and Orpha Frances (Bash) Piffer.

Ruth had been a longtime member at Trinity Lutheran Church. She was...

Jan 30, 2022

Christian Paul Hill peacefully passed away on January 30, 2022, at the age of 51, at his home in Lawrence. He had been battling lung infections for several years. Christian loved so much of what life had to offer and he lived it to the fullest! He grew up in St. Joseph where he made lifelong friends and graduated...

Jan 30, 2022

Ronald Edward Kendall Sr., (the original Ron Kendall) passed away Sunday, January 30, 2022, at his home. He was born December 19, 1942, in Allegan, Michigan, to Wilbert Harold Kendall and Hazel Pearl (Myers) Kendall. He was married to Mary Kendall on September 1, 2000, in Paw Paw.

He retired from Coca Cola in Paw Paw after...

Jan 29, 2022

A mass of Christian burial will be held at Saint Mary Catholic Church on Friday, May 27 at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. Fr. Alan P. Jorgensen officiating with interment immediately following at Saint Mary Cemetery.  A luncheon will be provided at the home of Chuck and Karen Klett at 61885 County Road 665 in Paw Paw immediately following mass....

Jan 28, 2022

Mary Margaret Rice, 89, of Paw Paw, MI passed away Friday morning at home surrounded by family.

Born February 12, 1932 in Calumet, Michigan.  Preceded in death by her parents, immigrants from Yugoslavia, Paul Kalanj and Mary (Stipich) Kalanj.

She was also preceded in death by her only sibling, a brother, Frank Kalanj and her...

Jan 26, 2022

John Fred Weinhart, Jr., 77, of Paw Paw, passed away Wednesday January 26, 2022.

He was born July 4, 1944 in Paw Paw, Michigan, the son of John F. Weinhart Sr. and Rachel C. (Dellapella) Weinhart.

John will be remembered for his outgoing personality and love for people. He proudly served his country in the...

Jan 22, 2022

Nikolas Harman, 32, of Paw Paw, passed away Saturday January 22, 2022.

He was born February 6, 1989 in Paw Paw, the son of Ronnie and Eva (Wloch) Harman.

Nickolas grew up being diagnosed with Autism from birth. He did not let his diagnosis restrict his life. He was able to work through and overcome...

Jan 18, 2022

Sierra Lyn Rhodes, 35 of Paw Paw, passed away in peace on Tuesday, January 18,2022 at home. Sierra was born in Kalamazoo, on June 25, 1986, The daughter of Bradley Rhodes and Susan Dent-Rhodes. Sierra filled life with her gorgeous smile and lovely green eyes. She touched numerous peoples lives with her enduring talent to always provide a helping...

Jan 13, 2022

John R. McNellis, 84, of Paw Paw, passed away at his home Thursday, January 13, 2022.

He was born October 15, 1937 in Chicago, the son of John McNellis and Marie (Albart) McNellis.

Dick earned his Master's degree from Western Michigan University. He went to work as a chemist for many years in Kalamazoo. He...

Jan 11, 2022

There is one word that sums up the main focus of Sandra Oakleaf's life and that would be "family". Sandy was all about her family, she loved her children and grandchildren and there is nothing she would not do to make sure they were safe and taken care of. She was the rock for her children and a loving...

Jan 11, 2022

Geneva (Ginny) Earlene Sullivan peacefully went to her heavenly home to be with her Lord Jesus on January 11, 2022, at the age of 87.  Her devotion to her family and her firm belief in God supported her in her struggle and ultimately gave her peace.  Her last days were spent with her cherished family by her side.

Jan 10, 2022

Lori Anne Thiede, 46, of Decatur, passed away Monday January 10, 2022 at home in Decatur.

She was born July 20, 1975 in Michigan City, Indiana, the daughter of Allen Thiede and Linda (Wilson) Thiede.

Lori was a God fearing woman with a huge heart and zest for life. She loved to travel and was...