Obituaries

May 8, 2022

Mitchell Byron "Barney" Huff was the life of the party, a man that will be remembered for his outgoing personality, sense of humor and his kind heart. Barney was an all around avid outdoorsman and took advantage of all it had to offer. The summer months were spent fishing, canoeing and camping. He also enjoyed hunting and a nice...

May 7, 2022

Nancy Jane Maier, of Oviedo, FL, and formerly of  Marcellus, Michigan, passed away on Sunday, May 7, 2022. Nancy was born in Kalamazoo, Michigan on October 24, 1930, the daughter of the late Peter and Mildred (Phillips) Norg. She graduated from the University of Wisconsin in 1952, and taught adult education classes and high school home economics in Bensenville,...

May 6, 2022

Beverly Ann Reshman (Stokes), 86, of Paw Paw, entered Gods space on Friday May 6, 2022 at Maple Lake Assisted Living in Paw Paw.

She was born September 9, 1935 in Newberry, Michigan, the daughter of Ernest Stokes and Margaret (Beech) Stokes.

Beverly was a graduate of Newberry High School, class of 1953, then went...

Apr 25, 2022

Marilyn Josephine Harvey, age 90, a lifelong resident of Paw Paw, passed away Monday, April 25, 2022 at the Rose Arbor Residence in Kalamazoo.

She was born in 1932 Paw Paw, to the late Charles McKee and Frances (Webb) McKee.

Marilyn was a dedicated wife and mother, she took meticulous care of everything around the...

Apr 23, 2022

Laura Jane Sirrine of Mattawan went to heaven on Saturday April 23, 2022 with family by her side. Born September 28, 1937 she was the sixth of ten children to Frances E. (Masten) and Richard L. Clippinger of Almena. She was a member of the Mattawan High school class of 1956 where she participated in band and was a...

Apr 18, 2022

Kurtis Lee Yoder was a quiet and humble man who at the same time was friendly to all and never had a bad word to say. He was born August 11, 1960 in Union City, Indiana and throughout his childhood moved to several towns in Indiana, as his father was often transferred for work. The family relocated to Marengo,...

Apr 15, 2022

Lyle B. Huggett, age 88, of Paw Paw, passed away Friday, April 15, 2022 at the Rose Arbor Residence in Kalamazoo. Lyle was born on January 18, 1934 in Battle Creek, the only child to the late Floyd and Beatrice (Moore) Huggett.

Lyle received his Masters degree from Western Michigan University, then moved on to a longtime...

Apr 7, 2022

Patricia Anna Hopkins was born January 27, 1958, in Laconia, New Hampshire, daughter of Joseph Raymond Landry and Marie Elizabeth (Johnston) Landry. Eventually Pat moved to Michigan where she would raise her family. Most recently, she was living in Paw Paw which allowed her to remain within close distance to her two children. Pat enjoyed her bowling and was...

Apr 5, 2022

April May (Root) Wadkins, 54, of Lawton, passed away Tuesday April 5, 2022, at her home in Lawton.

She was born April 10, 1967 in Kalamazoo , Michigan, the daughter of Brent Root, Sr..and Delene (Dauphinais) Root.

April will be remembered for her strong will and bold personality. She always stood up for what she...

Apr 4, 2022

Tammy Lynn Gibbs, 57, of Lawton, passed away Monday, April 4, 2022 at Bronson Hospital in Kalamazoo.

Tammy was the matriarch of the family and was one to bring others together. She treasured the holiday gatherings with her family and will be remembered for preparing the best dinner rolls, cheese potato's and Chex mix. For many years,...

Mar 31, 2022

I. Suzanne (Ryan) French completed her earthly journey March 31, 2022.  Born August 11, 1935, the daughter of the late Frank and Irene (Calkins) Ryan.  Suzanne was also preceded in death by a half-brother, Paul, her best friend and husband of 49 years, Earl French.  They were united in marriage, February 14, 1959.  Those remaining are dearly loved family. ...

Mar 27, 2022

Carol-Lu Frances Specht, 84, of Lawton, passed away Sunday March 27, 2022 at the Rose Arbor hospice residence in Kalamazoo.

She was born August 31, 1937 in Evanston, Illinois, the daughter of Joseph and Lucille Schelsky.

Carol enjoyed operating her own hair salon from her home for many years. While she was in beauty school,...

Mar 24, 2022

Betty Austin age 84, of Lawrence (also from Paw Paw 1961 - 1995), passed away Thursday evening March 24, 2022 at White Oaks Retirement Residence in Lawton, MI with family at her bedside following a 20+yr. battle with Alzheimer’s. Betty was born June 3, 1937 in Howell, MI to Donald & Lois Marjorie (Johnson) Carpp.  She graduated from Lawrence...

Mar 24, 2022

Renoma Elizabeth Westphal, 71, of Gobles, passed away March 24, 2022 at her home.

She was born January 3, 1951 in Buffalo, New York, the daughter of Harry Brooks and Aileen (Berciunas) Brooks.

On June 5, 1970 Liz married Richard H. Boyer who preceded her in death October 16, 2001. She later was united in...

Mar 23, 2022

Mark Eugene Schuster, 62, of Paw Paw, passed away Wednesday, March 23, 2022 at his home in Paw Paw.

He was born August 26, 1959, in Kendallville, Indiana, the son of Eugene J. Schuster and Laurella M. (Fike) Schuster.

He is survived by his son, Joseph E. (Rebecca) Schuster, grandchildren; Austin J. Schuster, Robert M....

Mar 21, 2022

Steven Kuchek was born in Midland, Michigan, on May 11, 1956, the son of the late Leonard and Phyllis (Price) Kuchek. He graduated from Bay City Western High School, class of 1975. Steve and his brother Roger decided to attend the Gemological Institute of America where they became Graduate Gemologists. He was very proud of more than a 30...

Mar 21, 2022

Esther (De La Torre) Mihelich, of Paw Paw, Michigan, passed away March 21, 2022 at White Oaks Assisted Living in Lawton. Esther was born June 18, 1934 in Rio Piedras, Puerto Rico. She met Jack Mihelich in Puerto Rico, while he was serving in the Navy. The couple were married shortly thereafter on June 4, 1960. Esther and Jack...

Mar 17, 2022

Nellie “Joyce” Sturrus Webb of Kalamazoo, MI, was born on August 8, 1938, the youngest of four children, to Catherine (DeWaal) and Marinus Sturrus in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Not one to complain, Joyce faced physical challenges that would seem insurmountable to most, but with the help of her devoted caregivers, family, and friends, she led a life of purpose...

Mar 10, 2022

David Kelly Stephayn was born on October 6, 1943, to Andrew Sr and Viola (Kelly) Stephayn. He passed away peacefully at Rose Arbor Hospice in the evening hours of March 10, 2022, just moments after a final prayer was said for God to welcome him home from his journey.

David grew up and lived most of his...

Mar 5, 2022

Geraldine Agnes Whitworth, 83, of Paw Paw, passed away Saturday, March 5, 2022.

Geraldine was born in Claypool, Indiana, March 25, 1938, daughter to the late Paul and Bernice (Berkowitz) Ziegler. She was united in marriage on October 7, 1961, to Franklin Fay Whitworth, who preceded her in death August 25, 2017.

Geraldine had been...