Obituaries

Cheryl Elaine (Lloyd)  Jensen

Cheryl Elaine (Lloyd) Jensen

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...

Marilyn Marie (Hilliard)  Golisek

Marilyn Marie (Hilliard) Golisek

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...

Scott Alan Murton

Scott Alan Murton

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....

James Edward Paluch

James Edward Paluch

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...

David Augustus Walker

David Augustus Walker

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...

Alfred "Fred" John Renfer, III

Alfred "Fred" John Renfer, III

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...

Harvey Junior Hop

Harvey Junior Hop

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...

Timothy Ray Terry

Timothy Ray Terry

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...

Phillip William Crowder

Phillip William Crowder

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...

Mike Spiech

Mike Spiech

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...

Wynell (Harris)  Hatfield

Wynell (Harris) Hatfield

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...

David Ward Hartwell

David Ward Hartwell

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...

Lowell Edward Blocker

Lowell Edward Blocker

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...

Mable Ruth (Lester)  Cole

Mable Ruth (Lester) Cole

May 18, 2022

Mable Ruth Cole, 82, of Lawton, passed away Wednesday May 18, 2022 at her home with her family by her side.

She was born September 17, 1939 in Daniels, West Virginia, the daughter of Della and Edith Lester.

Mable was a loving wife, mother and grandmother that enjoyed her time spent at home with her...

Colleen Jean (Hammel)  Greene

Colleen Jean (Hammel) Greene

May 17, 2022

Colleen Jean Greene, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving son's and their families, at the Rose Arbor Hospice Residence at the age of 61.

She was born February 14, 1961 in Paw Paw, the daughter of the late Richard Hammel and Joann (McCann) Hammel.

Colleen loved her kids, she would always tell people how...

David Conner

David Conner

May 16, 2022

David Conner of Paw Paw, Michigan, passed away at his home at the age of 92 on Monday, May 16, 2022. Dave was born in Three Rivers, December 3, 1929, the only son to the late Levi Conner and Ester (Hoger) Conner.

Dave lived a fulfilling and rewarding life. He served his country in the Army during...

Sally Ann (Edwards)  Butler

Sally Ann (Edwards) Butler

May 13, 2022

Sally Ann Butler, 65, of Lawrence, MI, passed away Friday May 13, 2022 at the Rose Arbor Residence in Kalamazoo.

She was born March 28, 1957 in Chesterton, Indiana, the daughter of the late Eddie Edwards and Stella (Filipczyk) Edwards. Sally had a lifelong love for music. She was excellent in every aspect and was especially excellent...

Richard Lee Neterer

Richard Lee Neterer

May 12, 2022

Richard Lee Neterer's life began in Goshen, IN, where he was born May 4, 1956 to the late Robert and Grace (Keil) Neterer.  From a young age, Rich was dedicated to his work.  He worked for Bill Knapp's Restaurants for 23 years, the majority of those years as a manager and eventually transitioning to HVAC service work for their...

Lagatha Marie (Hill)  Beck

Lagatha Marie (Hill) Beck

May 12, 2022

Lagatha Marie Beck, 84, of Paw Paw, passed away Thursday, May 12, 2022 at White Oaks Assisted Living in Lawton.

She was born October 20, 1937 in Moulton, Alabama, the daughter of Leonard W. Hill and Cora Lee (Hayes) Hill. Lagatha was thrilled anytime she was able to take a trip to the casino. She was very...

Michael Allen Parsell

Michael Allen Parsell

May 11, 2022

Michael Allen Parsell, 30, of Lawrence, MI. passed away Wednesday May 11, 2022. Michael was born in El Paso, Texas, on January 31, 1992, Mike was the son of Linda (McDaniel) Hall and Kevin Parsell. A graduate of Lawrence High School in 2011. Mike could play music by ear on the piano and guitar. He was also a painter...

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