Obituaries

Jul 19, 2022

Richard Ambs began his journey in life on March 26, 1944. He was raised by a beloved aunt and uncle, Clarence and Margaret Harter, who preceded him in death. He was also preceded by his sister, Jacqueline. Richard leaves a wife, Rita, daughter Susan, brother-in-law, Reid (Diane) Fuller, along with many nieces, nephews and honorary daughters. He graduated from...

Jul 15, 2022

Anna Marcelletti, age 95, of Paw Paw,  passed away Friday, July 15, 2022 in Holland, Michigan.

Anna was born November 13, 1926 in Paw Paw, the daughter of Nick Karony and Anna (Comiak) Karony.

Anna was a  longtime parishioner of St. Mary Catholic Church in Paw Paw, where she served as past President of the...

Jul 11, 2022

John Anthony Sala, 77, of Paw Paw, MI, formerly of Justice IL was called home to be with his Lord and Savior Monday, July 11, 2022 in Kalamazoo at Borgess Hospital with his family by his side. He was born December 20, 1944 in Chicago, Illinois, the son of Edward Joseph Sala and Ann Margaret (Skrabel) Sala. John was...

Jul 8, 2022

Gregory C. Alexander passed away Friday, July 8, 2022 in Kalamazoo surrounded by family. He was born October 31, 1955, in Paw Paw. Greg was a loving and caring husband, father, and grandfather. He proudly supported his children throughout their lives and never missed any of their activities, sporting events, or important life moments. Greg’s love for his children...

Jul 7, 2022

Boyd Thomas (Tom) Bessey of Paw Paw, Michigan passed away at his residence on Thursday, July 7, 2022. Tom was born in Paw Paw, Michigan on May 6, 1936 to Boyd G. and Carol I. (Dornan) Bessey. He married Joanne Marie Stimson on February 9, 1957. They celebrated their 64th wedding anniversary shortly before Joanne’s death on February 20,...

Jul 3, 2022

Russell Allen Overacker, 76, of Mattawan, passed away Sunday, July 3, 2022.

He was born December 9, 1945 in Allegan, the son of Robert Overacker and Edith (Mills) Overacker.

Russ was an avid collector throughout most of his life. Among his collecting, he had an appreciation for guns, tools and antiques. He enjoyed crafting things...

Jun 30, 2022

Nancy Lou (Donovan) Siskaninetz passed away June 30, 2022 at the Rose Arbor Residence in Kalamazoo. She was born June 30. 1942, in Bangor to Rex and Lillian (Briggs) Donovan. She was a graduate of Lawrence High School in 1960. Nancy married the love of her life, George Siskaninetz, on July 16, 1960. They enjoyed many years together traveling...

Jun 29, 2022

On Wednesday, June 29, 2022, Cheryl Elaine Jensen, loving wife and mother of three children, passed away at the young age of 67.

Cheryl was born on June 10, 1955 in Fort Wayne, IN to Samuel and Thelma (Baker) Lloyd. In 1962, Cheryl moved with her family to Traverse City, MI and worked in her family’s business...

Jun 29, 2022

Marilyn Marie Golisek, age 79, of Paw Paw, passed away peacefully at her home Wednesday, June 29, 2022. She was born in Lansing, Michigan, September 30, 1942 to the late Lee Ward Hilliard and Ileene LaMae (Carmoney) Potter.

Marilyn was united in marriage to Robert Golisek on August 26, 1961 whom she met while attending Michigan State...

Jun 26, 2022

Scott Alan Murton, 66, of Decatur, Michigan, passed away Sunday June 26, 2022 at his home.

He was born September 22, 1955 in Chicago, Illinois, the son of Curtis  Murton and M. Jane (Bicknell) Murton.

Scott enjoyed spending his younger years traveling throughout the country, especially to the western states with his family and friends....

Jun 21, 2022

James Edward Paluch, of Paw Paw, MI, passed peacefully on June 21, 2022. He succumbed to a long battle with Parkinson’s and dementia.

James was born on January 1, 1943 in Chicago, Illinois, to Stanley and Bernice Paluch. He graduated from Evergreen Park High school, and enlisted in the U.S. Navy at the age of 17. He...

Jun 16, 2022

David Augustus Walker of South Haven, Michigan passed away June 16th, 2022, in Centerville Texas after he was involved in motor vehicle accident and did not survive, he was 84 years young. David was born May 12 1938 in Kalamazoo, Michigan, son to Fred Elias Walker and Charlotte Frances Walker (Miller), it was an extra special day because it...

Jun 16, 2022

Alfred "Fred" John Renfer, III, 84, of Lawrence passed away Thursday, June 16, 2022.

He was born November 7, 1937 in Bangor, Michigan, the son of Alfred John Renfer II and Mary (Bajo) DeForest.

Fred graduated from Bangor High School. He worked as a truck driver for many years prior to retirement.  He loved Black...

Jun 9, 2022

Harvey Junior Hop, 95, of Paw Paw, formerly of Holland, passed away Thursday, June 9, 2022 at Grand Pines Assisted Living in Grand Haven.

He was born March 14, 1927, in Holland, Michigan, the son of James Hop and Laura (Mannes) Hop.

Harvey spent his childhood days in Holland where he was born. He would...

Jun 1, 2022

It is with great sadness that the family of Timothy Terry Sr. announce his passing on June 1st, 2022.  He was surrounded by the love of his family with his wife Tracy by his side.

Tim was born July 30, 1957 in Paw Paw, Michigan, to Calvin Terry and Burnice (Terry) Fytczyk.  He leaves behind his devoted...

May 31, 2022

Phillip William Crowder, 84, of Paw Paw, passed away Tuesday May 31, 2022 at White Oaks Assisted Living in Lawton.

He was born October 5, 1937 in Chicago, Illinois, the son of Phillip A. Crowder and Lois (Twerdy) Crowder.

Phil received his Masters Degree from Western Michigan University. Over the years he was active and...

May 27, 2022

Mike was born in a small village in Poland and migrated to the United States when he was 10, where he and his parents lived in Chicago. He went to an all-boys school where the boys nick named him “Mike.” And that is what he has went by since.

His working career started young in Chicago where...

May 25, 2022

Wynell Hatfield, age 82, of Kalamazoo, MI, passed away Wednesday, May 25th 2022. Wynell was a 1957 graduate of Paw Paw High School and a member of Cornerstone Church in Portage, MI. She was formerly a bus driver for Paw Paw schools and loved being able to drive, even some of her own grandchildren. Wynell was a deeply loved...

May 22, 2022

David Ward Hartwell, 80, of Paw Paw, passed away at his home Sunday, May 22, 2022 with his loving wife by his side.

He was born September 11, 1941 in Kalamazoo, Michigan, the son of the late Vern Ward Hartwell and Irene Belle (Mochmer) Hartwell.

Dave proudly served his country in the United States Marine...

May 20, 2022

Lowell Edward Blocker, age 74, of Paw Paw, passed away Friday, May 20, 2022 at Bronson Methodist Hospital.

Lowell was a very charismatic man who never met a stranger. Family meant everything to Lowell, he was united in marriage to Mary Russell Blocker and raised five children. He was always active in their lives growing up and...