Obituaries

Obituary: Sally McKay Kutil

Obituary: Sally McKay Kutil

Editorial StaffNov 15, 20242 min read

Sally McKay Kutil, age 90, passed away in Waterford Township, Michigan on November 7, 2024. Sally was born in Birmingham, Michigan on October 14, 1934. She attended Seaholm High School in Birmingham and went to the University of Colorado, Boulder,…

Obituary: David Leslie Sears

Obituary: David Leslie Sears

Editorial StaffNov 15, 20241 min read

SEARS, DAVID LESLIE, age 69, of Weidman, passed away Friday, Nov 8, 2024, at his home.A Graveside Service will take place at 1:00 pm on Thursday, November 14, 2024, at North Brinton Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Disabled…

Obituary: Henry Lavern “Hank the Bank” Barber

Obituary: Henry Lavern “Hank the Bank” Barber

Editorial StaffNov 13, 20244 min read

Henry Lavern “Hank the Bank” Barber, 90, of Allegan, Michigan passed away peacefully in his sleep with his wife of 70 years, Marilyn, by his side on Sunday October 27, 2024. Born July 10, 1934 at his parents’ home at…

Obituary: Faye Yvonne (Ten Brink) Cornell

Obituary: Faye Yvonne (Ten Brink) Cornell

Editorial StaffNov 13, 20243 min read

Faye Yvonne (Ten Brink) Cornell, 86, of Holland, MI went in the arms of Jesus on Friday, November 8, 2024. Born in Grand Haven, MI on February 20, 1938, she was the daughter of the late Henry Willis and Henrietta…

Obituary: Glenn Lee Abshagen

Obituary: Glenn Lee Abshagen

Editorial StaffNov 13, 20243 min read

Glenn Lee Abshagen, 74, went home to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Oct. 24, 2024. Glenn was born on July 2, 1950, in Paw Paw, Michigan, to Henry and Margaret (Mihelich) Abshagen.He grew up in Decatur,…

Obituary: James Russell Boothby

Obituary: James Russell Boothby

Editorial StaffNov 13, 20242 min read

James Russell Boothby, age 68 of Gobles, passed away on Tuesday, October 22, 2024, at Wings of Hope hospice home in Allegan. He was born on July 19, 1956, in Paw Paw, MI, to the late Gordon and Kay (Weekes)…

Obituary: Wrilla Mae (Harris) Allen

Editorial StaffNov 8, 20242 min read

Wrilla Mae (Harris) Allen was born on Oct. 22, 1940, to Tine and Arvilla Harris in Greenville, Alabama. Wrilla was an amazing and joyful woman of faith, a devoted member of Grace Temple Church of God in Christ, where she…

Obituary: William “Bill” E. Lazarus

Editorial StaffNov 8, 20243 min read

William “Bill” E. Lazarus, 84, of Homer, Michigan, passed away peacefully at his home on Tuesday, Oct. 29, 2024. Born on June 7, 1940, in Albion, Michigan, Bill was the son of Milo and Clara (Wagner) Lazarus. He married the…

Obituary: Betty Lou Deranek

Editorial StaffNov 8, 20242 min read

Betty Lou Deranek age 85 of Concord, Michigan passed away at her home on Sunday, Nov. 3, 2024. She was born March 20, 1939, in Bridgewater Twp., Ohio, one of 10 children born to Dennis and Nellie (Waterston) Bible Sr.…

Obituary: Martin Wayne Colosky (Marty)

Obituary: Martin Wayne Colosky (Marty)

Editorial StaffNov 8, 20242 min read

Martin Wayne Colosky (Marty) age 52 passed away in Barryton, Michigan on October 24, 2024. Marty was born to Johnny and Shirley Colosky on August 6, 1972 in Clare, MI. He attended Farwell Area Schools. He lived in various places…

Obituary: Jackie Vasich

Obituary: Jackie Vasich

Editorial StaffNov 8, 20242 min read

Jackie Vasich passed away peacefully at home on November 5, 2024, at the age of 81. Jackie was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, known for her warm smile, generous spirit, and unwavering devotion to her family and community.…

Obituary: Vickie Vander Velpen

Obituary: Vickie Vander Velpen

Editorial StaffNov 8, 20242 min read

Vickie Vander Velpen, age 72, of Farwell passed away with her son and daughter-in-law by her side on Tuesday, October 29, 2024, under the care of McLaren Hospice after a long-fought battle with Alzheimer’s and dementia.In following with Vickie’s wishes,…

Obituary: Mildred “Millie” Vanacker

Obituary: Mildred “Millie” Vanacker

Editorial StaffNov 8, 20243 min read

Mildred “Millie” Vanacker, age 93 of Clare, passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 31, 2024 at the North Woods Nursing Center of Farwell.  She was born the daughter of Carl and Hazel (Blake) Recker on February 5, 1931 on their family…

Obituary: Lucy Kuipers

Obituary: Lucy Kuipers

Editorial StaffNov 6, 20242 min read

Lucy Kuipers of Holland died peacefully in the early morning hours of Monday, Oct. 28 in the company of her sister and granddaughter. She is preceded by her husband Glen, daughter Laura and mother Wilhelmina.“Grama Kuipers” was adored by 4…

Obituary: Robert Miller

Obituary: Robert Miller

Editorial StaffNov 6, 20242 min read

Robert Miller, 49, of Oak Park, Ill. passed away on Oct. 15, 2024.Rob was born July 23, 1975 and grew up in Lapeer and Saugatuck. He was a band member from junior high through high school, graduating from Saugatuck in…

Obituary: Lyle Jay Barringer

Editorial StaffNov 6, 20241 min read

Lyle Jay Barringer, age 92, passed away on Friday, October 25, 2024 in Allegan MI, where he lived since 1973. Lyle was born on February 19,1932 in Muskegon Heights, MI to Jay and Dorothy (Slinger) Barringer. Lyle worked in Maintenance…

Obituary: James C. Lohrberg

Editorial StaffNov 6, 20241 min read

James C. Lohrberg went to be with his Lord and Savior on October 27, 2024. Per Jim’s wishes, cremation has taken place and no services will be held. Jim loved vintage cars, owning several over the years. He was also…

Obituary: Patricia L. Thomas

Obituary: Patricia L. Thomas

Editorial StaffNov 6, 20243 min read

Patricia L. Thomas, affectionately known as Pat, passed away peacefully on October 18, 2024, in Kalamazoo, MI, after a courageous battle with glioblastoma. Born on August 18, 1942, in Plainwell, MI, to Seamer (Scotty) Dalrymple and Helen (Cam) Randall, both…

Obituary: Frank Longcore

Editorial StaffNov 6, 20243 min read

He was an honorable man. Born Aug. 7, 1926, to Clarence and Nola Longcore, Frank was raised in Paw Paw, MI, with his siblings, Clover (Rogers), Clarence, Jr., Richard, Melva (DeVries), Linda (Boley) and Bruce. At the tender age of…

Obituary: Beverly C. Schafer

Obituary: Beverly C. Schafer

Editorial StaffNov 6, 20243 min read

Bev was born in Kalamazoo, Michigan the daughter of Andrew J. and Catherine D. (Stevens). Bev grew up in the Oakwood neighborhood of Kalamazoo. She graduated from Kalamazoo Central High School. She married her husband, Bill in 1962; they were…