Obituaries
Sharon Lee Hale
Aug 22, 2026
Sharon Lee Hale, 68, of Paw Paw, passed away peacefully surrounded by love. She was born on December 22, 1958, in Kalamazoo, Michigan.
Sharon was a loving daughter, sister, aunt, cousin, caregiver, artist, devoted friend, and passionate animal lover. She lived her life with a caring heart and had a remarkable ability to form deep and lasting connections with the people...
Ella Mae Curtis
Aug 21, 2026
Ella Mae Curtis was born in Chicago, Illinois, to Elizabeth and Albert F. Queto. She was preceded in death by her mother and father.
Ella Mae was a proud military spouse who shared 47 years of marriage with Robert Kenneth Curtis. Throughout his military career, she supported her husband through the demands of military life, raised their girls, and served as...
Mary Bell Smead
Aug 19, 2026
Mary B. Smead, 90, of Paw Paw, MI, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 19, 2026, at Golden Shore in Benton Harbor.
She was born April 3, 1936, in Marion, Kentucky, the daughter of Sidney Watson and Tidy (Rogers) Watson.
Mary was an avid Bingo player and never missed an opportunity to play. She loved to decorate her apartment for every season...
Marlow Terry
Aug 12, 2026
Marlow Terry passed away at home Wednesday, August 12, 2026, with family by his side. Marlow was born on March 14, 1939, in Courtland, Alabama to Clyde and Pearl Terry. Along with his older brother, Edmond, Marlow spent his early childhood in Alabama before his family moved to Paw Paw, Michigan—a community that would become his lifelong home and a...
Fred Douglas Boothby
Aug 11, 2026
Fred Douglas Boothby, BSN, MSN, FNP, of Gobles, Michigan, passed away peacefully on August 11, 2026. A deeply well-respected member of his community, Fred lived a life defined by generosity, hard work, and an unwavering devotion to helping others.
As a Family Nurse Practitioner, Fred dedicated his career to caring for those in need. He was widely known as one of...
John Truman Allen
Aug 11, 2026
John Truman Allen, 87, of Lawton, Michigan, passed away peacefully on August 11, 2026. He was born on April 9, 1939, to Ray and Hazel (Crowell) Allen in Kalamazoo, Michigan. John graduated from Lawrence High School and went on to proudly serve his country in the Navy and Reserves. John was a skilled meat cutter understanding the anatomy and characteristics...
Susan Renee Douglas
Aug 9, 2026
Susan Renee Douglas, 55, of Lawton, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Sunday, August 9, 2026, at her home in Lawton.
She was born July 27, 1971, in Kalamazoo, Michigan, the daughter of Edward Neal Melson and Geralea Sue (Fields) Melson.
Susan worked at Lawton Community Schools for many years before her retirement. She was a behavioral specialist and also...
James Joseph Geiger
Aug 4, 2026
James Joseph Geiger, 88, passed away Tuesday, August 4, 2026, at Friendship Village, in Kalamazoo. Jim was born August 22, 1937, in Chicago, IL, the son of Otto and Louise (Rendler) Geiger. As a child, Jim was very close with his parents, and his big sister, Barb. He was incredibly gifted academically, and also took music lessons when he was...
Lucille Ann Hood
Aug 3, 2026
Lucille Hood, 91, of Paw Paw, passed away Monday, August 3, 2026, at Maple Lake Assisted Living in Paw Paw.
She was born March 14, 1935 in Kalamazoo, and was adopted by the late Edward Marshall and Marjorie (Cochran) Marshall. Lucille grew up in Jackson and graduated from Michigan Center High School in 1953. She had been a 4-H leader and...
Linda Ray Hurst
Aug 2, 2026
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Linda Ray Hurst on August 2, 2026. Born May 20, 1946, to Ivan and Mary Jane Ray, she was the beloved wife of James E. Hurst, with whom she shared 60 years of love, laughter, and adventure.
Linda was known for her joyful spirit and infectious personality. Always the life of the party,...
Ethel Frances Sanders
Jul 30, 2026
Ethel Frances Sanders, a cherished soul who touched the lives of many, passed away on July 30, 2026, at the age of 76. Born on February 3, 1950, in Joliet, Illinois, to Raymond and Betty (Coarthey) Sanders. Fran's journey through life was marked by love, dedication, and an unwavering spirit.
Fran's early years were spent in her family home, where she...
Shirley Ann Compall
Jul 29, 2026
Shirley Compall (née Geiser) passed away peacefully on July 29, 2026, at the age of 86.
She was born on December 4, 1939, in Chicago, the daughter of James and Miranda (Leitner) Geiser.
Shirley graduated from St. Scholastica High School in Chicago and married her high school sweetheart, John Compall Sr., in 1959 and together they raised four children in the Edgebrook...
Timothy Paul Walker
Jul 25, 2026
Timothy Paul Walker passed away unexpectedly at home on Saturday, July 25th, 2026. He was a proud, devoted father and husband who loved spending time with his family. He brought a playful sense of humor and caring nature to everything he did. He laughed freely, loved powerfully, and cared deeply for those around him.
Growing up with 6 brothers, 3 sisters...
Leslie David Utter
Jul 22, 2026
Leslie David Utter, 66, of Grand Rapids, passed away on Wednesday July 22, 2026, at University of Michigan Health West in Wyoming, Michigan.
He was born September 26, 1959, in Paw Paw, Michigan, the son of Leslie J. Utter and Barbara (Jacobs) Utter.
Leslie proudly served his country in the Army and National Guard. He enjoyed working on his vehicles and tinkering....
Beverly Jo Madison-DePierre
Jul 18, 2026
Beverly Jo Madison-DePierre, 64, of Paw Paw, passed away Saturday, July 18, 2026, at Bronson Methodist Hospital in Kalamazoo.
She was born January 7, 1962, in Hammond, Indiana, the daughter of Kenneth Earl Madison and Dorothy Mae (Larrance) Madison.
Bev was an extrovert with an electric smile, contagious laugh, a heart of solid gold and an overall positive outlook on life itself....
Ruthann Ampey
Jul 14, 2026
Ruthann Ampey, 81, of Kalamazoo, passed away Tuesday, July 14, 2026, at Beacon Kalamazoo in Kalamazoo.
She was born September 11, 1944, in Kalamazoo, Michigan, the daughter of the late George Thomas Russell and Helen Ruth (Peake) Russell.
On August 24, 1963, she married Wilbur Glenn Ampey who survives. Ruthann took great pride in gardening, interior decorating and crocheting.
She is also survived...
James Eugene Harrington
Jul 10, 2026
James Eugene Harrington, 76, of Lawrence, passed away Friday, July 10, 2026, at his home in Lawrence.
He was born June 23, 1950, in Canton, Ohio, the son of George Walter Harrington and Pauline (Halter) Harrington.
Jim graduated with a bachelor's degree from Ohio State University. He worked as an addictions therapist counselor for many years at Community Healing Center in Kalamazoo...
Janet Gay Chopp
Jul 6, 2026
Janet Gay Chopp, 90, of Kalamazoo, MI, passed away peacefully on Monday, July 6, 2026, at White Oaks Assisted Living in Lawton, where she was reunited with the love of her life, her husband, Andrew Martin Chopp. Janet and Andrew shared 70 wonderful years of marriage, a testament to their enduring love and devotion.
She was born on March 10, 1936,...
Marissa Shay Nancy Mion
Jul 5, 2026
On Sunday afternoon, July 5, 2026, Marissa Mion’s life was tragically taken from her.
Marissa is survived by her two children, whom she loved more than anything in the world, Eliana & Jovani; her loving brothers Brandon (Alicia) Mion, and Michael (Citlali) Mion; her parents, Lori and Joseph Mion; her nephew, Giuseppe; many close family members, including aunt, Cyndi (Steve) Thomas,...
James Edward Rix
Jul 5, 2026
On July 5th, James (Jim) Edward Rix passed away peacefully at home and joined his wife, Gerry, in heaven after losing her only a few weeks prior. Their time together on earth was nearly 65 years, and now they are at peace watching over their family for eternity. Jim’s legacy will live on through those who knew and loved his...
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