Obituaries

Obituary: James Paul Dietz Sr.

Editorial StaffAug 14, 20242 min read

James Paul Dietz, Sr., 78, of Lawton, passed away peacefully in his home with his family at his side, Tuesday, Aug. 6, 2024. He was born Oct. 8, 1945, in Chicago, Illinois, the son of Thaddeus and Ann Dietz.For the…

Obituary: Katherine L. Alderman

Editorial StaffAug 14, 20242 min read

Katherine L. Alderman, Age 93 Of Bangor Passed away Monday, July 29, 2024 at Bronson Lakeview Hospital, Paw Paw.Katherine was born July 7, 1931 in South Haven the daughter of Edward and Thelma (Brouse) Brant, and has lived all of…

Obituary: William ‘Bill Beery

Obituary: William ‘Bill Beery

Editorial StaffAug 7, 20242 min read

William ‘Bill Beery It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Mr. Bill Beery. Born on Aug/ 25, 1950, to Donna and Harold Beery, Bill lived a full and vibrant life until his peaceful departure on…

Obituary: Kim Marie Ter Beek

Obituary: Kim Marie Ter Beek

Editorial StaffAug 7, 20242 min read

Kim Marie Ter Beek, age 62, of Hamilton, passed away Saturday, July 27, 2024 at Corewell Health Butterworth Hospital in Grand Rapids. Kim was a courageous, strong, and determined woman who overcame many obstacles in her life; including bravely facing…

Obituary: Marian Frances Gowens

Obituary: Marian Frances Gowens

Editorial StaffAug 7, 20242 min read

Marian Frances Gowens, 59 went to meet her Lord and Savior on Monday July 22,2024.  A beloved wife, loving mother and grandmother, caring daughter and cherished sister, she will leave a large void in many lives. Born Marian Frances O’Bryant…

Obituary: Joan M. Northrup

Obituary: Joan M. Northrup

Editorial StaffAug 7, 20242 min read

Joan M. Northrup, 97, of Allegan, peacefully passed away July 26, 2024, at American House in Holland. Joan was born to Macon and Nelle Morris in St. Louis, MO.  After high school, she furthered her education at Mac Murray College…

Obituary: Kathleen Ann (Fischer) Scovill

Obituary: Kathleen Ann (Fischer) Scovill

Editorial StaffAug 7, 20242 min read

Kathleen Ann (Fischer) Scovill, known by everyone as Kathy, passed away unexpectedly on August 1st, 2024, at the age of 66, in Fennville, Michigan. Kathy was preceded in death by her parents, Bernard & Dorothy Fischer; brother, Steven Fischer; and…

Obituary: Mr. Woodrow Fisher Jr.

Editorial StaffAug 7, 20242 min read

Mr. Woodrow Fisher, Jr., 85, of Auburn died Wednesday, July 24, 2024, at Arbor Springs Health & Rehab. Center, Opelika. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, August 3, 2024, at New Zion Baptist Church, 1516 44th Ave. SW, Lanett,…

Obituary: John Charles Bonter

Obituary: John Charles Bonter

Editorial StaffAug 7, 20242 min read

John Charles Bonter, 77, of Paw Paw, passed away Tuesday, July 30, 2024, at Kairos Dwelling, Kalamazoo. He was born June 18, 1947, in Battle Creek, MI, the son of Clarence Bonter and Marie (Dumas) Bonter. John spent a total…

Obituary: Leonard Wayne Strefling

Obituary: Leonard Wayne Strefling

Editorial StaffAug 7, 20242 min read

Leonard Wayne Strefling, 73, of Lawrence, passed away surrounded by family, Monday, July 29, 2024, at his home in Lawrence. He was born Dec. 13, 1950, in Watervliet, Michigan, the son of William Strefling and Lena (Geik) Strefling. Leonard worked…

Obituary: Cloyd Dean Wells

Obituary: Cloyd Dean Wells

Editorial StaffAug 7, 20243 min read

Cloyd Dean Wells, 90, of Paw Paw, passed away peacefully surrounded by the love of his family on Monday, July 22, 2024, at his home. He was born July 12, 1934, in Chester, West Virginia, to Cloyd and Mamie Wells.…

Obituary: Cynthia Mae Smitko

Editorial StaffAug 7, 20242 min read

Cynthia Mae Smitko, 82, of Paw Paw, Michigan passed away peacefully July 30, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. She had battled diabetes her entire life and finally succumbed to complications from the disease. Born in Chicago March 18, 1942,…

Obituary: Katherine L. Alderman

Obituary: Katherine L. Alderman

Editorial StaffAug 7, 20242 min read

Katherine L. AldermanAge 93Of BangorPassed away Monday, July 29, 2024 at Bronson Lakeview Hospital, Paw Paw. Katherine was born July 7, 1931 in South Haven the daughter of Edward and Thelma (Brouse) Brant, and has lived all of her life…

Obituary: William ‘Bill’ Beery

Obituary: William ‘Bill’ Beery

Editorial StaffJul 31, 20242 min read

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Mr. Bill Beery.Born on Aug/ 25, 1950, to Donna and Harold Beery, Bill lived a full and vibrant life until his peaceful departure on July 28, 2024. He…

Obituary: Robert (Bob) Koenig

Editorial StaffJul 31, 20242 min read

Robert (Bob) Koenig passed quietly July 24, 2024, after a short illness.Bob was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 70 years, May (Smith) Koenig, his older sister Lois Eckelman.He is survived by his brother Arthur (Bud) Paul Koenig;…

Obituary: Carol Jean Hiscock

Editorial StaffJul 31, 20241 min read

Carol Jean Hiscock, 80, of Allegan, MI passed away Wednesday, July 24, 2024 at Golden Orchards in Fennville. Born May 2, 1944 in Detroit, she was the daughter of the late Lewis Nathaniel and Louise Elsie (Sauthier) Buelow and was…

Obituary: Clayton Brenner

Obituary: Clayton Brenner

Editorial StaffJul 31, 20242 min read

Clayton Brenner, 85, of New Athens, IL, born July 2, 1939, in Plainwell, Michigan, died July 22, 2024. Clayton was a farmer, a United States Air Force veteran, a member and past commander of the American Legion in Mira Loma,…

Obituary: Stanton E. “Stan” Fisk

Obituary: Stanton E. “Stan” Fisk

Editorial StaffJul 31, 20243 min read

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Stanton E. “Stan” Fisk. On July 25, 2024, at the age of 83, Stan unexpectedly left this world of natural causes in Wyoming, Michigan, enveloped in the love and…

Obituary: William “Bill” Beery

Obituary: William “Bill” Beery

Editorial StaffJul 30, 20242 min read

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Mr. Bill Beery. Born on August 25, 1950, to Donna and Harold Beery, Bill lived a full and vibrant life until his peaceful departure on July 28, 2024.…

Obituary: Melvin LeRoy Midlam

Obituary: Melvin LeRoy Midlam

Editorial StaffJul 26, 20243 min read

Melvin LeRoy Midlam, 64, of rural Olivet, went home to be with his Lord on Thursday, July 18, 2024, surrounded by his family and friends. Melvin was born on Nov. 5, 1959, in Marshall, Michigan, to Earl Richard and Hazel…