Obituaries
Louis Charles Barkovich
Jan 18, 2025
Louis C. Barkovich, 90, of Paw Paw, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Saturday January 18, 2025, in Paw Paw.
He was born August 8, 1934, in Paw Paw, Michigan, the son of Charles Barkovich and Helen (Siskaninetz) Barkovich.
Louis proudly served his country in the United States Army during the Korean War Era. After his honorable discharge,...
Kayla Marie Gillette
Jan 17, 2025
Kayla Marie Gillette, 30, of Paw Paw, passed away Friday, January 17, 2025, at home in Paw Paw.
She was born September 21, 1994, in Kalamazoo, the daughter of Steven Gillette and Katherine (Johnson) Gillette.
Kayla was a kind and gentle soul. She loved all animals but really had a soft spot for kitties. She had many hobbies, spanning from collecting things,...
William Gordon Rumery
Jan 14, 2025
William Gordon Rumery, 78, of Gobles, passed away peacefully Tuesday, January 14, 2025, at his home.
He was born October 30, 1946, in Allegan, the son of Gordon William Rumery and Reva Eleanor (Andrews) Rumery.
Bill was an all-around avid outdoorsman. He especially enjoyed hunting and fishing. He proudly served his country in the United States Army. Bill was a butcher at...
Cecilia Katherine Bain
Jan 13, 2025
Cecilia Katherine Bain, 88, of Paw Paw, passed away peacefully on Monday, January 13, 2025, at Rose Arbor Hospice in Kalamazoo.
She was born June 23, 1936, in Paw Paw, Michigan, the daughter of Joseph Kowalski Sr.and Katherine (Gozdecki) Kowalski. Cecilia grew up on the family farm, where she was taught how to do almost everything by her Dad, including electrical...
Russell Lloyd Young
Jan 3, 2025
Russell Lloyd Young, 87, of Portage, passed away peacefully Friday, January 3, 2025, at Rose Arbor Hospice in Kalamazoo.
He was born October 31, 1937, in Battle Creek, Michigan, the son of J. Lloyd Young and Marion B. Allen.
Russell was an active member of St. John Bosco Catholic Church and the St. Vincent DePaul Society. He worked as the Director of...
Billie Carol Shaw
Jan 2, 2025
Billie Carol Shaw, 77, of Lawrence, passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 2, 2025, at Best Care West in Marshall, MI.
She was born April 1, 1947, in Portsmouth, Virginia, the daughter of Frank Jacobs and Mavis (Pyles) Jacobs.
On June 20, 1964, she married Ernest Owen Shaw who preceded her in death on March 11, 2021.
Billie graduated from Lawrence High School...
Patrick Neal Scudder
Jan 1, 2025
Patrick Neal Scudder, 79, of Paw Paw, passed away on Wednesday January 1, 2025 after a short battle with cancer.
He was born January 22, 1945, in Streator, Illinois, the son of Lloyd Denver Scudder and Frances Corrine (McGrew) Scudder.
Pat graduated from Decatur High School in 1963. He then joined the United States Army and served in Vietnam from 1965-1967. He...
Charlie Maxwell
Dec 27, 2024
Charles Richard Maxwell "Ol' Paw Paw", 97, of Paw Paw, MI, passed away Friday, December 27, 2024. Born in Lawton, Michigan, April 8, 1927, the youngest of four children to the late Thomas Maxwell and Isa (Boyce) Maxwell.
From a young age, Charlie had a passion for baseball. He graduated from Lawton High School and received a baseball scholarship from Western...
Harold Frank Barber
Dec 26, 2024
Harold Frank Barber, 94, of Paw Paw passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 26, 2024, in Decatur, MI. He was born March 4, 1930 in Decatur, Michigan, the son of Danford Frank Barber and Helen (Benedict) Barber.
Harold was an avid outdoorsman and spent time fishing, hunting, watching the birds, swimming and hanging out with his beloved dogs. He had a...
Sandra Jean Sirrine
Dec 24, 2024
Sandra Jean Sirrine, 74, of Lawrence, passed away peacefully Tuesday, December 24, 2024, at Majestic Care of Battle Creek.
She was born June 12, 1950, in Paw Paw, Michigan, the daughter of Warren Fleeman and Vivian Fleeman.
Sandra loved to play video games, and her favorites were Nintendo Super Mario Brothers 3 and 4. She enjoyed watching Wheel of Fortune and doing...
Donald P. Brezinski
Dec 18, 2024
It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Donald Peter Brezinski, 78, of Paw Paw, Michigan. Don left us peacefully, in his sleep, December 18, 2024. Don’s life was one of profound curiosity, boundless love, and unrelenting passion for discovery. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
Born on December 2, 1946 in Detroit, Michigan to...
Sharon Lynn Pavlos
Dec 18, 2024
Sharon Lynn Pavlos, 72, of Mattawan, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Wednesday, December 18, 2024, at her home in Mattawan.
She was born March 26, 1952, in Honolulu, Hawaii, the daughter of James Edward Hossler and Elizabeth Ann (Swain) Hossler.
Sharon enjoyed crocheting, gardening and bird watching from her window. She loved her family and spending time with them.
She is...
Maria Elizabeth DiPrima
Dec 10, 2024
Maria Elizabeth DiPrima, 74, of Lawrence, passed away Tuesday December 10, 2024 at Bronson Methodist Hospital in Kalamazoo.
She was born March 30, 1950 in San Francisco, California, the daughter of John Modica and Anne (Sovish) Modica.
Maria had many talents and hobbies throughout her life. She worked at her families Auction House in Chicago, where she got interested in antiques. She...
Diana Sue Tarala
Dec 8, 2024
Diana Tarala, 77, of Paw Paw, passed away peacefully Sunday, December 8, 2024, at Bronson Methodist Hospital in Kalamazoo.
She was born October 29, 1947, in Watervliet, Michigan, the daughter of Genevieve Wesaw.
Diana was a woman full of love and light. She enjoyed her trips to the UP (specifically Sault Ste. Marie) and loved stopping at the casinos on the way....
George D. Bolton
Dec 8, 2024
George D. Bolton, age 99, of Lawton, passed away peacefully on Sunday evening, December 8,2024. He was a beloved father, devoted grandfather and great-grandfather, and cherished uncle. His presence and long life was a gift that we will carry with us always. Through the years, George’s family grew, and with each new generation, his legacy of love and devotion continued...
Sally Beth Harrison
Dec 8, 2024
Sally Beth Harrison (85) of Mattawan, MI (formally Republic, MI) passed away Sunday, December 8 in Kalamazoo. She was preceded in death by her husband, Denny Harrison, beloved parents, Lela and Garth Kimble, as well as her cherished siblings Elaine Quan, Patty Holder, Dixie Saxton, and Lawrence Kimble. She is now joyfully reunited in eternity with her husband of 65...
Steven Douglas McNally
Dec 5, 2024
Steven Douglas McNally, 59, of Paw Paw, passed away suddenly on Thursday December 5, 2024, at in his home in Paw Paw.
He was born August 7, 1965, in Allegan, Michigan, the son of Patrick McNally and Alice Hayes.
Steve loved to fish and looked forward to the Michigan winters so he could ice fish. He liked to cook for his family....
Harold "Hal" Joseph Drouillard
Dec 4, 2024
Harold (Hal) Joseph Drouillard, 64, passed away on December 4, 2024, in Lawton, Michigan. Born on October 6, 1960, in Detroit, Hal was the youngest of five children of Clara (Jagels) and Walter Drouillard. He grew up on Detroit’s east side, a place he held dear throughout his life, always proud of his city heritage.
Hal built a career in the...
Ronald Roger Johnson
Dec 4, 2024
Ronald Roger Johnson, age 78, passed peacefully on Wednesday, December 4, 2024, at Bronson Commons in Mattawan, Michigan. Ron was born on December 21, 1945, in Mishawaka, Indiana, to Maris (Fisher) and David Johnson. Ron was a resident of Paw Paw, Michigan. On June 12, 1965, Ron married his high school sweetheart, Leila (Nordman) Johnson, who survives. Also surviving to...
Ardith Ruth Owen
Dec 2, 2024
Ardith Ruth Owen, 90, of Paw Paw, passed away peacefully on Monday, December 2, 2024 at Upjohn Care & Rehabilitation Center in Kalamazoo.
She was born September 14, 1934 in Kalamazoo, Michigan, the daughter of Carl Wheeler and Ruth (Groth) Francis.
Ardith grew up in Portage and remembers fond memories of playing in the fields and ponds where I-94 now sits. Ardith...
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