This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: philipffej Surnames: Closterman, Bronson Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/25931.1.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Place of burial For Lavina B. Closterman is Riverside Cemetery, Hastings Mi. Barry Co.. http://interment.net/data/us/mi/barry/riverside/riverside_cacl.htm http://interment.net/data/us/mi/barry/riverside/index.htm Her father was listed as Newton Bronson, he is in Riverside Hastings also. Some of those death records are hard to read. Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: philipffej Surnames: Closterman Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/25931.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: http://seekingmichigan.cdmhost.com/seeking_michigan/seek_results.php?CISOOP1=all&CISOBOX1=closterman&CISOFIELD1=creato&CISOOP2=exact&CISOBOX2=kalamazoo&CISOFIELD2=title&CISOOP3=any&CISOBOX3=&CISOFIELD3=CISOSEARCHALL&CISOOP4=none&CISOBOX4=&CISOFIELD4=CISOSEARCHALL&CISOROOT=/p129401coll7&x=45&y=11 >From Kalamazoogenealogy.org.. The books are right below the index. Here is the link. http://kalamazoogenealogy.org./Death Records/Book2/D2p287.htm Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: rickmacher Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/20742.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: This is my mother. Her middle name is Joyce. Lilian is the correct spelling of Lisa and Tim's daughter, not "Liliam" Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: Kay_Copeland Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/25931/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Could someone look up the death record for Lavinia B. Closterman, 1899 Kalamazoo City, Bk. 2, pg. 287. I found it in the index at kalamazoogenealogy.org. Thank You Kay Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: WHL44 Surnames: VANDEPOLDER, BARNES, MASTENBROOK, PINKSTER, DYKSTRA Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/25878.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: VANDE POLDER, Lilah C. Kalamazoo Lilah died Friday evening, February 19, 2010 in Kalamazoo. She was born April 6, 1909, in Alamo Township, a daughter of Nicholas and Mary (Barnes) Mastenbrook and had been a life long Kalamazoo area resident. She was a self-employed hairdresser, and also worked for the Kalamazoo Stationary Company, Mr. Irving S. Gilmore and the Kalamazoo Foundation. Lilah was an active and loyal member of North Park Reformed Church where, over the years, she was a member of the choir, Ladies Trio, Joy Group, and Ladies Guild. She also served as a Sunday School teacher and a Youth Group leader. Lilah volunteered at North Christian School with the Willing Workers. On June 9, 1931, Lilah was united in marriage with Robert A. Vande Polder who preceded her in death on December 4, 1985. She was also preceded in death by a son, Dr. Donald Vande Polder on January 31, 2007. Surviving are: a son, Robert N. (Betty) Vande Polder; a daughter, Brenda Pinkster; a daughter-in-law, Helen Vande Polder; 10 gra! ndchildren; 24 great-grandchildren; two sisters-in-law, Ruth Dykstra and Grace Vande Polder; and many nieces and nephews. A private graveside service will be held in Riverside Cemetery. A memorial service will be held 2:00 Sunday afternoon, February 28, 2010, at North Park Reformed Church, 1316 Barney Rd., with Rev. Paul Fazio, officiating. Lilah's family has requested that in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions be directed to North Park Reformed Church. Arrangements by Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Memorial Chapel, 622 S. Burdick St. www.langelands.com (269) 343-1508 Published in Kalamazoo Gazette on February 21, 2010 (Posted by a VOLUNTEER-NO family connection) Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: WHL44 Surnames: MINOR, KNOLL, SPROTTE Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/25929/mb.ashx Message Board Post: MINOR, Mabel Rose Of Portage Passed away February 17, 2010 at Tendercare Portage. She was born April 9, 1929 in Tomahawk, WI to the late Alex and Clara (Knoll) Sprotte. Mabel was united in marriage on May 5, 1946 to William Minor, who preceded her in death in October of 1988. Surviving Mabel are her four children; 10 grandchildren; and several great grandchildren. Also preceding Mabel in death were an infant son, an adult son; and a granddaughter. Services will take place Tuesday, 12:30, at the Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Portage Chapel, 411 E. Centre Ave., where family will greet friends one hour prior to the service (11:30-12:30). Memorials may be directed to the Paralyzed Veterans of America. Please see www.langelands.com for online obituary, directions, register book and condolences. 343-1508 Published in Kalamazoo Gazette on February 21, 2010 (Posted by a VOLUNTEER-NO family connection) Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: WHL44 Surnames: MIDDLETON Classification: death Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/25928/mb.ashx Message Board Post: MIDDLETON, Annie Sue A memorial service will be held Tuesday, February 23, Noon-3 PM at the Scotts Community Center in Scotts. Published in Kalamazoo Gazette on February 21, 2010 (Posted by a VOLUNTEER-NO family connection) Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: WHL44 Surnames: MANN, VANDYKEN, CAMPBELL, NEWCOMB, KERMODE, RODRIGUEZ, NOLAND, TIFFANY, SKARTSIARS, STRATTON Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/25927/mb.ashx Message Board Post: MANN, Donald Of Comstock Don passed away February 19, 2010 peacefully surrounded by his family. He was born April 9, 1932 in Kalamazoo, the son of Wilbur and Nilah Mann. Don was a veteran of the U.S. Coast Guard. On October 20, 1952, Don was united in marriage to Helen VanDyken. He was a lieutenant for the Kalamazoo City Fire Department from 1958 until his retirement in 1982. He also was a volunteer firefighter for Comstock and Lakewood Fire Departments and was employed by Kalamazoo/Battle Creek International Airport Fire Department. He served as Captain on all three fire departments. Surviving are his wife of 57 years, Helen Mann; their four children, Don (Darla) Mann, Randy (Dianne) Mann, Cindy (Leonard) Campbell, and Carrie Newcomb; seven grandchildren, Christa (Chris) Kermode, Jason (Jennifer) Mann, Jerrod Mann, Nathan Mann, Chad (Jennifer) Newcomb, Tonya (Leo) Rodriguez, and Kelsey Newcomb; four great-grandchildren; three sisters, Joyce Noland, Joanne Tiffany, and Pat (Ted) Skartsiars; two brot! hers, Dean (Yvonne) Mann and Wendall Mann; and several nieces and nephews. Preceding him in death were his parents; and one sister, Linda Stratton. Funeral services for Don will be at 11:00 AM on Wednesday at Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Comstock Chapel, 6121 King Highway. Interment will follow in Mt. Ever-Rest Memorial Park. Friends may visit with the family from 5-8 PM on Tuesday at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be directed to Alzheimer's Association or Comstock Firefighters Association. Please visit www.langelands.com to sign Don's online guestbook or leave a condolence to the family. Published in Kalamazoo Gazette on February 21, 2010 (Posted by a VOLUNTEER-NO family connection) Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: WHL44 Surnames: KEYSER, BUNGER, BRUNER, BABB, HAMLIN Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/25926/mb.ashx Message Board Post: KEYSER, Henry Richard Of Kalamazoo Henry Richard Keyser was born October 10, 1926, in Kearney, Nebraska, the son of Henry and Marie (Bunger) Keyser and passed away February 11, 2010. During WW II, he served in the U.S. Navy as a radio operator on a ship stationed in the Philippines. Henry was a Kalamazoo area resident since 1964 and was employed as a research scientist for over 20 years with The Upjohn Company prior to his retirement. On November 24, 1949, he was united in marriage to the former Gloria J. Bruner who preceded him in death on July 1, 1993. Also preceding Henry in death were his parents and a sister, Wanda K. Babb of Lakewood Colorado. Surviving are a daughter, Nancy Hamlin of Schaumburg, IL; a son, Paul Keyser of Kalamazoo; two grandchildren, Julia Hamlin and Andrew Hamlin. There will be no visitation or services in Kalamazoo. A private family memorial service will be held at a later date in Shelton, Nebraska. In lieu of flowers, memorials in Henry's memory may be directed to the United Way of ! Kalamazoo. Arrangements by Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Memorial Chapel, 622 S. Burdick Street. Please visit www.langelands.com for guestbook, memories and condolences for the family. Published in Kalamazoo Gazette on February 21, 2010 (Posted by a VOLUNTEER-NO family connection) Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: WHL44 Surnames: KALIS, GUTHRIE, MALINDZAK, DAWSON, HURTEKANT Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/25925/mb.ashx Message Board Post: KALIS, Ruthe Jo Of Portage Ruthe passed away Friday afternoon, February 17, 2010 surrounded by her family. She was born April 16, 1926 in New Philadelphia, OH, the daughter of Louis E. "Jess" and Opal E. (Guthrie) Malindzak. She was united in marriage to Raymond Kalis in 1950 in Wyandotte, MI for a loving 58 years. Surviving Ruthe are her son, Jess (Kathy) Kalis; five grandchildren, Jessica (Mike) Dawson, Emily Kalis, Ashlee Kalis, Nicole (Nick) Hurtekant and Laura Adkins; and two great-grandchildren, Isabelle Dawson and Elijah Hurtekant. Preceding her in death were her parents; one brother and one sister. At the request of Ruthe to her family, no services or visitation will be scheduled. Arrangements are by the Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Portage Chapel, 411 East Centre Ave. Memorial contributions may be directed, in Ruthe's name, to Hospice Care of Southwest Michigan. Please visit www.langelands.com to sign Ruthie's online guestbook or leave a condolence to the family. Published in Kalamazoo Gazette on February 21, 2010 (Posted by a VOLUNTEER-NO family connection) Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: WHL44 Surnames: JENKINS Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/25924/mb.ashx Message Board Post: JENKINS, Bonita "Bonnie" Of Kalamazoo The family will receive friends on Monday from 2-4 and 6-8 PM at Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Westside Chapel, 3926 South 9th Street. A Funeral Service will be held 11:00 AM Tuesday at Berean Baptist Church (7813 S. 12th Street). Interment will be in Three Rivers Riverside Cemetery. Memorials in memory of Bonnie may be directed to Berean Baptist Church Building Fund, 7813 South 12th St., Portage, MI 49024. Please visit www.langelands.com for online information, guestbook, memories and condolences for the family. Published in Kalamazoo Gazette on February 21, 2010 (Posted by a VOLUNTEER-NO family connection) Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: WHL44 Surnames: HIRSCH, SMALL, BOYCE, MACPHERSON, FISK, BUCKBEE Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/25923/mb.ashx Message Board Post: HIRSCH, David Thomas Age 41 Of Glendale, Arizona Died in Phoenix Arizona February 6, 2010, with family and friends by his side. David was born October 8, 1968, in Detroit, Michigan, to Thomas J. Hirsch and Linda Marie Small (Hirsch). David is a graduate of Portage Central High School in Portage, Michigan. At the time of his death he was employed by Magellan Aerospace in the Layout department of the Presto Casting Company in Glendale, Arizona. David knew his own mind and worked diligently and with determination to achieve his goals.  He had the keen ability to fix, repair or renovate just about anything. His infectious laughter would have everyone laughing long before he would get to the "funny part" of his story.  He was committed to family.  He took pleasure in collecting western memorabilia.  He enjoyed being "out west" and traveled with his companion to many areas of western historical interest.  He appreciated the landscape of the territory and took many pictures. He was always happy to share his surroundings with! others, including Rascal, his rescued cat.  David will be sorely missed. David is survived by his companion, Nancy Hartz of Glendale, AZ; his parents, Linda Marie Small of Tucson, AZ and Thomas J. (Mary B.) Hirsch of Kalamazoo, MI; his two brothers, Sean M. Hirsch of Kalamazoo, MI and Andrew K. (Megan) Hirsch of Los Angeles, CA and his sister, Maureen Boyce, of Kalamazoo, MI.  He also leaves behind his aunts and uncles, Peter W. (Mary D.) Hirsch of Battle Creek, MI; Robert W. (Ellen) Hirsch, Jr. of South Bend, IN; John M. Hirsch of Camano Island, WA; Robert D. (Yvonne) Small, of Harrington Park, NJ; Beverly A. MacPherson of Ham Lake, MN, Cindy L. Fisk of Geneva, IL; Robert S. (Patricia) Buckbee of Escanaba, MI; Stephen B. (Toni) Buckbee of Escanaba, MI; John W. Buckbee of Ann Arbor, MI; and many caring cousins. David was preceded in death by his aunt, Carol S. Small and by each of his grandparents. A Memorial Service is being planned with details to follow. Memorial dona! tions in David's name can be made to The American Heart Association at 3940 Peninsular Dr. SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49546 or onPublished in Kalamazoo Gazette on February 21, 2010 (Posted by a VOLUNTEER-NO family connection) Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: WHL44 Surnames: GEROULD, VANDENBERG, JAGER, RITSEMA, , CARPENTER, ROBINSON, MARTIN, ARRA Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/25921/mb.ashx Message Board Post: GEROULD, Ms. Joyce E. Kalamazoo Formerly of Napeles, FL Went to be with the Lord on February 18, 2010 at University Hospitals in Ann Arbor. Joyce was born on February 29, 1940, the daughter of the late Berend and Gertrude (VandenBerg) Jager. She was a faithful women, who lead a Christ centered life. She had a kind and gentle nature, and was loving in all that she did. In serving the Lord, she was involved in a mission trip to Africa, and in many events at the church. She loved her family and was devoted to her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. She sold realestate for several years, but when not working could be found knitting, doing quilt work, or reading one of her many books. She had an open heart and door, and everyone was always made to feel welcome in her life. She is a dear women who will be missed. She is survived by, two children, Randy (Cindy) Ritsema and Mindy Ritsema; three grandchildren, Elizabeth Ritsema, Kimberly Carpenter, and Bradly Robinson; three great-grandchildren; a brother, Richard (Donna) Jager; a nephew, Michael (Pam) Jager; a niece, Lori (David) Martin; and many good friends. She was also preceded in passing by a daughter, Sheryl Rose Arra. A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, February 23, 2010 at 11:00 AM, at the First Church of the Nazarene, 5625 Oakland Dr., Portage, MI 49024, with Pastor Jeff McVay officiating. Private inurnment in Riverside Cemetery will follow. Memorial contributions may be made to First Church of the Nazarene. JOLDERSMA & KLEIN 917 S. Burdick 343-2628 Published in Kalamazoo Gazette on February 21, 2010 (Posted by a VOLUNTEER-NO family connection) Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: WHL44 Surnames: FLISS, WIECZOREK, HOLEWINSKI, HALL, JOHNSON, MAUDLIN, HESS, TWEEDY Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/25920/mb.ashx Message Board Post: FLISS, JEANNE ANN Of Kalamazoo Passed away on February 15, 2010 at Wyndham Retirement Community. Jeanne was born May 12, 1918 in Detroit, MI, a daughter of Teofil and Catherine (Wieczorek) Holewinski. She was raised in the Detroit area and most recently lived in Bloomfield Hills until moving to Kalamazoo in 2006. Jeanne was one of many American women who worked in war factories to support the American war effort during World War II. She designed and custom made hats as the owner of Jean Hall Originals and later designed girls dresses for the Nancy Lee Original label which was manufactured by her husband as the C. J. Fliss Company. She volunteered for hospice while living in Bloomfield Hills. Jeanne loved all animals and enjoyed gardening. She was a member of the Humane Society of the United States and during the 1960's served on the "Keep Southfield Beautiful" committee. Jeanne also appreciated art and very much enjoyed taking classes in china painting, mosaics, oils and acrylics. She was preceded in deat! h by her husband, Charles J. Fliss in 1990 and by three brothers, Stanley and Chester Hall and Thaddeus (Ted) Holewinski. Surviving are two daughters and their spouses, Kathie Fliss and husband, Evan Johnson of Centennial, CO and Nancy Maudlin and husband, Daniel of Kalamazoo; three grandchildren, Lindsay Hess of Centennial, CO, Jared (Alicia) Maudlin of Gainesville, FL and Jessica (Benjamin) Tweedy of Portage and a great-grandson, Cade Tweedy. A Funeral Mass will be held at a later date at St. Hugo of the Hills Catholic Church in Bloomfield Hills, MI. The family suggests that memorial contributions in Jeanne's memory be made to the American Heart Association or to your local Humane Society. Arrangements by Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Westside Chapel, 3926 S. 9th St., (269) 343-1508. Please visit www.langelands.com to leave a condolence to the family. Published in Kalamazoo Gazette on February 21, 2010 (Posted by a VOLUNTEER-NO family connection) Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: WHL44 Surnames: EDWARDS Classification: death Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/25919/mb.ashx Message Board Post: EDWARDS, Marilynn Jean Of Kalamazoo Departed this life on Saturday, February 13, 2010. Services will be held Monday, February 22, 2010 at 12:00 noon with an 11:00 AM family hour from the Faith Temple Church Of God with Bishop T.D. Lockett officiating. Arrangements entrusted to: WHITLEY MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME 330 North Westnedge Ave. (269) 488-2401 www.whitleymemorial funeralhome.com Published in Kalamazoo Gazette on February 21, 2010 (Posted by a VOLUNTEER-NO family connection) Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: WHL44 Surnames: DOERFER Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/25918/mb.ashx Message Board Post: DOERFER, Katharina "Käthe" Of Portage The family will receive friends on Sunday from 2-4 PM at the Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Portage Chapel, 411 E. Centre Ave. A Funeral Service will be held 11:00 AM Monday at the Prince of Peace Lutheran Church (1747 W. Milham Rd.). Memorials in Käthe's memory may be directed to Prince of Peace Lutheran Church. Please visit www.langelands.com for online guestbook, memories and condolence for the family. Published in Kalamazoo Gazette on February 21, 2010 (Posted by a VOLUNTEER-NO family connection) Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: WHL44 Surnames: COLLINS, MITCHELL, PHILLIPS, ANGBA, WORD, SPENCER, PETTIFORD, COSSIA, Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/25917/mb.ashx Message Board Post: COLLINS (Mitchell), Geraldine M. Kalamazoo Geraldine (Gerry), 75, passed away Saturday morning, February 13, 2010. Gerry was born on August 4, 1934 to Laurence and Eloise (Phillips) Mitchell of Kalamazoo, Michigan. A lifetime resident of Kalamazoo, Gerry worked in nursing for many years and her hobbies included cooking and attending concerts. Gerry is survived by her four children, Roberta Collins-Angba, Aprilynn Word, Ellen Spencer, and Edwin Collins; and son-in-law, Calvin Spencer, all of Kalamazoo. She is further survived by her beloved grandchildren, Khari, Kemba, Cheia, Khalilah, Roy, Bobby, Tuzhi, Angbashum; and great-grandchild, Lynneisha; her sister, Joyce Pettiford; and many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Gerry was preceded in death by her parents, her brother, Robert Cossia, and husband, Ervin Collins. In accordance with her wishes, she will be cremated and a private homegoing celebration will be held in her honor for close family and friends. Memorial contributions are welcome and may be made in her name to the American Diabetes Association, P.O. Box 11454, Alexandria, VA 22312. Arrangements by Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Memorial Chapel, 622 S. Burdick St. Please visit www.langelands.com for online obituary, directions, register book and condolences. 343-1508 Published in Kalamazoo Gazette from February 14 to February 21, 2010 (Posted by a VOLUNTEER-NO family connection) Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: WHL44 Surnames: BOUGHTON, CORNING, BERGDAHL, TROFF Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/25916/mb.ashx Message Board Post: BOUGHTON, Ray Age 97 Ray B. Boughton died peacefully on February 16, 2010. The son of Fred and Rachel (Corning) Boughton, Ray was born March 9, 1912 in Lewistown, Montana. In 1941, Ray married Lucille Bergdahl, who preceded him in death in 2000. Together they were wonderful parents to Susan (Jerry) Troff, Gregory (Deryl), and Mary Lou Boughton; and honored to be grandparents to Melissa and Steve (Donna) Boughton. Ray was proud of his Montana roots, graduation from Comstock High School, service in the Navy Sea Bees, his career with the Upjohn Company, but especially proud of his family. He loved a round of golf, a trip to a place he had never been before, his cowboy boots, and never missed an opportunity to tell a good story! Ray was a member of First Presbyterian Church and served as a deacon. Cremation has taken place and messages may be left at www.avinkcremation.com. A memorial service will take place in the spring. The family suggests memorial contributions sent to the Kalamazoo Public Library or Loaves and Fishes. Published in Kalamazoo Gazette on February 21, 2010 (Posted by a VOLUNTEER-NO family connection) Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: WHL44 Surnames: ZICHTERMAN, DYKEHOUSE, DENHARTIGH, VANDERROEST, KLOOSTERMAN Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/25915/mb.ashx Message Board Post: ZICHTERMAN, Mrs. Grace Of Kalamazoo Was born in Kalamazoo, in 1918, the oldest daughter of John and Maggie Dykehouse. She was married to Herman Zichterman for 69 years. She died February 19, 2010. A negative thought never found a home in Grace's spirit. She was never found without her prayers. She was uncompromisingly committed to her Lord, her husband, and her family. She never found a Kalamazoo Christian sporting event she did not like. She drove a school bus for the Christian schools for 13 years and seemed to view it as a calling. Grace and Herm served in multiple disaster relief teams in the United States and Africa. She would never pass up a good water fight. Grace would never let a family member leave her without a kiss. She battled multiple sclerosis and several other problems, but would always say, "I am just grateful I am as good as I am." The primary beneficiaries of her Godliness are her children and her Children's children, and more - Chris and Barbara Zichterman, Beth and John denHartigh and Stev! en and Mary Zichterman, all of Kalamazoo, and their families, which include, eight grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren and two great-great grandchildren. Her two sisters, Greta (Ed) Vander Roest and Tillie (Robert) Kloosterman, are still living. Her four brothers, Albert (Betty), Harm (Ann), Ralph (Ellen), and James (Donna) Dykehouse, have died. A memorial visitation will be held on Monday, February 22, 2010, from 6-8 PM at Milwood CRC, 3306 Lovers Lane, Kalamazoo, MI 49001, where a memorial service will be held on Tuesday, February 23, 2010, at 11:00 AM, with a visitation one hour prior to the service, with Pastor Loren Kotman officiating. A private interment will be held at Ft. Custer National Cemetery. Contributions in her memory may be made to Kalamazoo Christian School Assoc. or Milwood CRC. JOLDERSMA & KLEIN 917 S. Burdick 343-2628 Published in Kalamazoo Gazette from February 21 to February 22, 2010 (Posted by a VOLUNTEER-NO family connection) Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: WHL44 Surnames: TROXLER Classification: death Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/25914/mb.ashx Message Board Post: TROXLER, Rev. Eugene Of Kalamazoo Transitioned from labor to reward on Monday, February 15, 2010. Services will be held Tuesday, February 23, 2010 at 1:00 PM with a 12:00 noon family hour from the Mt. Zion Baptist Church with his son, Pastor Timothy Troxler eulogizing. Interment to follow in Riverside Cemetery. Services entrusted to: WHITLEY MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME 330 North Westnedge Ave. (269) 488-2401 www.whitleymemorial funeralhome.com Published in Kalamazoo Gazette from February 16 to February 22, 2010 (Posted by a VOLUNTEER-NO family connection) Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.