Local obituaries for Kalamazoo, Portage, & Climax MI.
James Schutter
May 8, 2024
James J. Schutter, age 90, passed away May 8, 2024. He was born in Kingston, Pennsylvania, to the late John and Florence (Cease) Schutter. He was one of six siblings. On December 1, 1956, he married Nancylee Richards, who preceded him in death in 1986. James also had two children, Nancylee Sheill and Jim Schutter, Jr., both born in Trenton,...
Beverly June Dantone
May 8, 2024
Beverly June Dantone, age 101, passed away May 8, 2024. She was born June 2, 1922 in Kalamazoo to the late Clyde and Olive (Hill) Vose.
Beverly spent over 40 years working for Comstock Public Schools. She was an avid Detroit Tigers fan and loved going to their games. She enjoyed jigsaw puzzles and knitting—often knitting baby hats for area hospitals....
Marjorie E. Brinkman
May 7, 2024
Marjorie Elizabeth Brinkman - to most of her friends “Mike”, a name she picked up in grade school and stayed with her throughout her life. Most people reading this will probably know her as Mike, so that is what I will call her. Mike lived to be a healthy 94 years old and spent most of her years in Portage,...
John K. Bosker
May 6, 2024
John K. Bosker, age 84 of Mattawan, died on May 6, 2024. He was born Johannes Klaas Bosker on July 9, 1939, in Appingedam, the Netherlands, the son of Jannes and Ruurtje (Kloppenburg) Bosker. He decided to pursue the American Dream, and arrived by ship to the United States on June 3, 1959. He settled in southwestern Michigan, worked various...
Patricia A. Adams
May 5, 2024
Passed away Sunday afternoon, May 5, 2024. Patricia was born February 11, 1953 the daughter of Donald Sr. and Alberta (Howard) Adams. Patricia who went by Pat, was a graduate of Kalamazoo Central High School class of 1971. She earned a degree in nursing from KVCC, and spent 5 years as a nurse’s aide, 3 as an LPN, and 43...
Julie Ann McKinnon
May 5, 2024
Julie Ann McKinnon, aged 68, passed away on May 5, 2024, at Rose Arbor in Kalamazoo, Michigan.
Julie was born on November 28, 1955, in Kalamazoo, Michigan, to the late Meredith Lloyd and Betty Lou (Reynells) McKinnon. She graduated from Portage Northern High School. She continued her education at Davenport College.
Julie was not just a Purchasing Agent but a dedicated one,...
Stephen P. DeYoung
May 5, 2024
Age 70, passed into the loving arms of his Savior on Sunday, May 5, 2024.Steve was born in Kalamazoo, Michigan, on November 19, 1953, the son of the late Harold E. and Reanetta J. (Klepper) DeYoung.He graduated from Kalamazoo Central High School and earned his bachelor’s degree from Western Michigan University. Steve worked as an accountant and controller for several...
Glenda Farrell
May 4, 2024
Glenda Joann Farrell passed away on May 4, 2024, at Alamo Rehabilitation and Nursing Center. She was born July 18, 1939, in Grosse Point, Michigan, to Alfred William and Elsie Leona (Robart) Farrell.
She was a 1957 graduate of Kalamazoo Central High School and a long-time Kalamazoo resident. Glenda earned her associate's degree in dental hygiene at Kalamazoo Valley Community College...
Julie Kay Lyons
May 4, 2024
Julie K. Lyons passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 4, 2024, at the age of 82. She was a cherished daughter, wife, stepmother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister-in-law, aunt, and friend to many. Julie's legacy is one of unwavering dedication, an inquisitive mind, remarkable talent, and boundless love. Born and raised in Kalamazoo, Julie graduated from Kalamazoo Central High School and went on...
Judith Ann Diller
May 4, 2024
Judith Ann Diller, age 81, of Wyoming, Michigan passed away May 4, 2024. She was born May 28, 1942, in Kalamazoo to the late Steven J. and Eleanor M. (Howard) Megyesi.
Judy was a 1960 graduate of Kalamazoo Central High School. She worked in many facets through the years, including as a homemaker, administrator and bookkeeper, salesclerk, shop owner, and franchisee....
Irene Talitha Campbell
May 4, 2024
Irene Talitha Campbell of Kalamazoo, Michigan, died on May 4, 2024, at the age of 68. Irene was born in Kalamazoo on August 8, 1955, to the late Glen and Marilyn (Tackett) Campbell.
In her youth, Irene enjoyed going out with her friends and playing softball. As she got older, her interests turned to karaoke, bingo, and playing games on her...
Barbara Ellen Cline
Apr 30, 2024
Barbara Ellen (Beveridge) Cline of Mattawan, Michigan, died on April 30, 2024, at the age of 82. Barbara was born in Kalamazoo on November 25, 1941, to the late Robert and Winifred (Ingersoll) Beveridge.
Barb spent her first 18 years in Kalamazoo, graduating from Kalamazoo Central High School in 1959. Her family enjoyed spending their summers at their cottage on the...
Dorothy June Ochala
Apr 29, 2024
Dotti Ochala, aged 92, of Kalamazoo, MI, passed away on April 29, 2024. She was born on August 16, 1931, in Detroit, MI. She was a graduate of Pershing High School in Detroit and held an Associate Degree from Schoolcraft College in Early Childhood Development. Dotti was known for her infectious laughter and love for lively gatherings. She was a...
Jenny L. Argue
Apr 29, 2024
Passed away Monday morning, April 29, 2024 at her home. Jenny was born July 20, 1971 in Cadillac, MI the daughter of Merlyn and Jan (Holmquist) Argue. Jenny did many things and excelled in all of them. Jenny worked as a stylist most recently at Revive Salon with two other fabulous stylists, Michelle Brigman and Jen Healey who supported her...
James R. Stefl
Apr 29, 2024
James (Jim) R. Stefl, a husband, father, and granddad, passed away peacefully on April 29, 2024, in Kalamazoo, Michigan. Born on November 19, 1938, in Monongahela, Pennsylvania, to James and Anne Stefl, Jim's journey through life was marked by commitment to community and an adventurous spirit.
Jim pursued his education, graduating from MacMurray College and later obtaining a Master’s Degree from...
Barbara "June" Hatfield
Apr 28, 2024
Barbara June Hatfield, age 78, passed away on April 28, 2024. She was born on the fourth of July in 1945 to John and Barbara (Allen) Millar in Kalamazoo, Michigan. She graduated from Comstock High School, class of 1963. Shortly after, she attended Beauty School and worked in a salon. She went on to marry Henry Hatfield on July 10,...
Frank Arthur Hacht
Apr 28, 2024
Frank Arthur Hacht, age 77, of Portage, Michigan, passed away unexpectedly at home on April 28, 2024.
Frank Arthur Hacht, born on February 5, 1947, in Kalamazoo, Michigan, was a man of unparalleled dedication. His unwavering commitment to his craft, which was evident from a young age, led him to pursue his passion at a trade school to become a Journeyman...
Ruth D. Osterhouse
Apr 28, 2024
Age 91, she went to be with her Lord and Savior on Sunday, April 28, 2024. Ruth was born in Kalamazoo, Michigan on November 14, 1932, the daughter of the late Vaughn and Mildred (Gay) Mowan.
On September 17, 1981, she was united in marriage to David A. Osterhouse, who survives. Ruth is also survived by her children, Lewis (Brandy) Smith,...
Sharon K. Hansen
Apr 28, 2024
Passed away Sunday morning, April 28, 2024. Sharon was born March 4, 1941 in Kalamazoo, the daughter of Jacob and Rena (Mejeur) DeHaan. Sharon graduated from Kalamazoo Christian High School, Bronson Methodist Hospital School of Nursing, and received her RN nursing license. She worked as a nurse for 40 years filling various types of nursing roles, eventually retiring from West...
Frank Zwart
Apr 28, 2024
Frank Zwart, age 90 of Kalamazoo, died on April 28, 2024. He was born on June 26, 1933, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, the son of Ralph and Frances (Draayer) Zwart. Frank was a 1950 graduate of Kalamazoo Christian High School and has been a lifelong supporter of the Kalamazoo Christian Schools. He was a builder by trade. Frank was a...
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