Obituaries

Nov 28, 2021

On the evening of November 28, 2021, Darlene Bessie Springer, 95, accepted God’s loving invitation to spend Christmas in heaven with Him.  Darlene was born in Lawton, Michigan, the third daughter of Carr and Maria (Jenson) Playford.  Her childhood is very reminiscent of the stories of “Little House on the Prairie” where Darlene and her siblings, Donna Jean, Elmira,...

Nov 27, 2021

John Robert Fisk, 74, of Paw Paw,  passed away Saturday, November 27, 2021 at his home in Paw Paw, surrounded by his family. He was born December 11, 1946 in Paw Paw, the son of Bill Fisk and Leona (Miller) Fisk.

John married his high school sweetheart Donna Fay Ocker on August 13th, 1967.

He...

Nov 25, 2021

Catherine (Cathy) Ann Ray, postulant of the Episcopal church and horse enthusiast, passed away in her home in Paw Paw, MI on November 25, 2021 of unexpected health issues.  She was 56 years old.

A lifelong lover of horses, Cathy was born in 1965 to parents Robert (Bob) and Joyce Ray.  One of her earliest memories was...

Nov 24, 2021

Ronald Stoynoff was an accomplished entrepreneur and believed it was most important to lead by example. He will be remembered for his kind heart and always treating his family, friends, employees and acquaintances with dignity and respect. Ron, along with two partners, started Manatron Inc., in Kalamazoo. Their small company eventually grew and was listed on the Nasdaq with...

Nov 21, 2021

Odis Eugene Rogers, 80, of Paw Paw, MI, passed away surrounded by his family on Sunday, November 21, 2021 at his home.

He was born March 5, 1941 in Hardy, Arkansas, the son of Milton Rogers and Ora (Henry) Rogers.

Odis was hardworking and dedicated to his family and community. He was a Life member...

Nov 21, 2021

Elizabeth Louise Melson, 73, of Paw Paw, passed away Sunday November 21, 2021 at Rose Arbor Hospice Residence in Kalamazoo.

Elizabeth was the matriarch of the family. She would always have a good time and enjoyed life. She was skilled in the kitchen and loved to cook and bake. While raising her daughters, she always made sure...

Nov 17, 2021

Steven passed away November 22, 2021 at his home in Kalamazoo, MI. He was born October 20,1952 in Paw Paw to Donald and Joice (German) Salisbury. He loved fishing, hunting, camping and enjoyed gardening. He enjoyed the outdoors, family cookouts and spending time with his son and grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents and...

Nov 16, 2021

It is with a heavy heart that we announce that Hazel Elaine Fritts, passed away on November 16, 2021, at the age of 84 at home with her family by her side. Hazel was born in her family home in Newaygo, Michigan, daughter to the late Joseph and Dorothy (Harris) Howe. At the age of 18, Hazel met and...

Nov 15, 2021

Rich was a loving partner, devoted father and friend to many with an amazing sense of humor and one-of-a-kind personality. He will be fondly remembered for his warm hugs, quick wit and ability to make others laugh. Although he could be a bit mischievous at times, he lived life to the fullest. Rich graduated from Paw Paw High School...

Nov 15, 2021

Roy Meyer led a truly extraordinary life that revolved around his faith, family, friends and generosity to others. Roy's life began February 23, 1947, in Stambaugh, Michigan, where he was born the son of the late Donald Meyer and Marilyn (Zyskowski ) Meyer. On June 28, 1969, he married the love of his life, Adele (Tarsi) Meyer in Iron...

Nov 15, 2021

Frances Johnson, 91, of Paw Paw, passed away Monday, November 15, 2021 at Bronson Methodist Hospital in Kalamazoo. She was born January 31, 1930 in Vineland, New Jersey, the daughter of  Rocco Brunetti and Lillian (Douglas) Brunetti. Frances enjoyed knitting, reading, working puzzles, playing bingo and her trips to the casino. She is survived by her son, Mark (Debbie)...

Nov 10, 2021

Cynthia Catherine Mihelich, 63, of Lawrence,  passed away Wednesday November 10, 2021 at her home.

She was born in Paw Paw on November 30, 1957, the daughter of the late William E. Mihelich and Louise (Kowalski) Mihelich.

Cynthia loved times spent with her family over the years. She would often reflect on the family reunions...

Nov 10, 2021

Bonna Martin Edwards was born on July 24, 1924 to Harvey and Alpha Holmes in Judsonia, Arkansas. She passed away on November 10, 2021.  Bonna was preceded in death by her husbands, Russell Martin and Charles Edwards as well as her only grandchild, Brian St. John.  She is survived by her son, Lawrence (Larry) Martin of Grapevine, Arkansas. and...

Nov 9, 2021

On November 9, 2021, Bette Margaret Richardson left this world to go to Heaven. Our Lord let her stay here for 103 years so that anyone who was around her could be blessed by her love, faith and joy.

Bette was born May 30th, 1918, in Ft. Wayne, Indiana to Mr. and Mrs. John Manes. Tragically, both...

Nov 6, 2021

Rosemary Lee Johnson, 70, of Paw Paw, passed away Saturday, November 6, 2021 after a brief illness. She was born February 14, 1951 in Paw Paw, the daughter of John Moon and Helen (Sirrine) Moon. Rosemary enjoyed collecting owls, crocheting slippers and gifting them to her family, friends and those in need. She also like to play Bingo and...

Nov 1, 2021

Sally Brunet lived a life that revolved around family. Her steadfast love for her children and grandchildren was no secret. She was always involved in her daughters' activities and never missed a sporting event. That support continued with her grandsons, where she was always the first to ask for schedules, details and directions. In addition, she held a strong...

Oct 31, 2021

Tina Rae Sage, 63, of Paw Paw,  passed away Sunday October 31, 2021.

She was born August 1, 1958 in LaPorte, Indiana, the daughter of the late James Slagle and Sheila (Lewis) Slagle.

Tina worked for many years as a phlebotomist in South Bend at Memorial Hospital and the South Bend Medical Foundation. Tina and...

Oct 30, 2021

William J. Karpinski, Jr. age 85 of Lawrence, MI, died surrounded by his family at Rose Arbor Hospice on October 30, 2021. He was born in Buchanan, Michigan on June 9, 1936, to William J. Karpinski, Sr. and Helen Karpinski, who both preceded him in death. He attended Currier Country School to the 8th grade and graduated from Buchanan...

Oct 29, 2021

Brigita Watson, 76, of Mattawan, passed away peacefully with family by her side on Friday, October 29, 2021 at Rose Arbor in Kalamazoo.

She was born March 31, 1945 in Germany, the daughter of Arnolds and Genoveva Ozols.

Bridget, as many knew her, emigrated to this country in 1950 with her mother, young brother and...

Oct 29, 2021

Larry passed away Friday morning, October 29, 2021 at his home in Paw Paw. He was born June 14, 1930 in Hartford, MI, the son of Ursella (Cahenzli) and Claude Field. He began his pipefitter apprenticeship on October 31, 1949 out of Local 597 (Chicago). When he moved back to Michigan, he worked and was a member of Local...