This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: philipffej Surnames: Quinlan Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/23923.11/mb.ashx Message Board Post: I was at Mt. Olivet Cemetery Friday and while trying to find some info I saw some lot owner records, Patrick Quinlan being one & Michael Quinlan being another. Both lots are in Catholic Riverside. Just a little something to keep you all busy. :) P.S. Mount Olivet cemetery has all the records for the Catholic section of Riverside Cemetery in Kalamazoo. 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: david125hamilton Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/25850/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Does anyone know what happened to my Great Aunts and Uncles after their arrival in America. Jane (Jenny)Hargey and her sister Margaret Hargey arrived at Ellis Island on the 20th Nov 1920 aboard the Carmania from Liverpool. Their brother William Hargie arrived on the 1st of Aug 1923. Don't worry about the spelling, they never did, using all three variations of the spelling promiscuously. All three were members of William John Hargie's large family, fifteen in all over two wives and over thirty years, from the Ballycastle/Armoy area of Co. Antrim in Ireland. I have a great deal of information on the family in Ireland and Scotland but no idea what happened to the branch in America. 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: BALDWIN, MCCOMB, DELL, KING, HOUTMAN, KELLY, ROBBINS Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/25849/mb.ashx Message Board Post: BALDWIN, Charles L. "Chuck" Age 88 Of Estero Beach, Florida Died peacefully January 22, 2010, following a brief but courageous battle with lung cancer. Born August 22, 1921 in Gillett, Wisconsin, Chuck graduated from tiny Gillett High School in 1938. He attended Kent State University for three years prior to entering the US Army medical corps in 1943 and it was at the university that he met his first wife, Margaret (Peg) McComb. He spent three years in the European Theatre and they were married on December 11, 1944. After the army, Chuck and Peg moved back to Madison, Wisconsin where he completed his B.S. degree in Zoology in 1947 and his M.S. in Microbiology in 1949. From 1949 to 1972 he lived in Indianapolis where Chuck worked for Pitman-Moore and later, the Dow Chemical Company. In 1988, Chuck married Donna Dell King and to whom he was married for nine years until her death in 1997. He brought much joy and love to this "second family" and their extended families and experienced many birthdays, holiday celebrations, weddings and th! e birth of new grandchildren. In 1998, Chuck moved to Estero Beach, Florida, where he lived for the past 11 years. Of note, he made his first and only hole-in-one on July 15, 1999. Chuck is preceded in death by his wife Peg and his second wife Donna as well as his son Tim (in 1997) and stepdaughter Pattie Houtman (in 2007). He is survived by his daughter Jean Kelly of West Baden Springs, Indiana and son Tony Baldwin of Green Bay, Wisconsin; four grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Additionally, he is survived by his stepsons, Doug and Rick King of Indianapolis, Indiana and Augusta, Michigan, respectively, stepdaughter Robin Robbins of Hickory Corners, Michigan as well as nine step-grandchildren and four step-great-grandchildren. Memorial services will be held in Hickory Corners, Michigan (time to be announced). Memorial contributions can be made in Chuck's name to The American Cancer Society/ Patties Pals Richland Area Relay for Life. Published in Kalamazoo Gazette on January 30, 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: VANDERBOR, DEGRAAF, PARKER, PETERSON, HOUTKOOPER Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/25841.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: VanderBor, James L. "Jim" Age 65 Of Kalamazoo Jim passed away suddenly on Saturday, January 30, 2010 at Bronson Hospital. He was born September 12, 1944 the youngest of eight siblings to Bert and Jacoba (DeGraaf) VanderBor. Jim was employed at WMU, McLeieer Oil Company and Hoekstra's Packing. When he was able, he enjoyed family gathering and long nature walks in the outdoors. He was preceded in death by his parents; a brother, Henry VanderBor; a sister, Alice Parker; and a nephew, Kurk VanderBor. Jim will be lovingly remembered by his surviving brothers, Art and Gerry VanderBor of Vicksburg, Paul VanderBor of Portage, and Ed and Barb VanderBor of Vicksburg; and sisters, Nellie Peterson of Vicksburg and Pauline Houtkooper of Vicksburg; many nieces and nephews; and a special family friend, Vicky Lowe. Family and friends will be received on Tuesday, February 2, 2010 from 10-11 AM at: Redmond Funeral Home 4100 S. Westnedge Ave. (269) 343-6156 Where Funeral Services will immediately follow at 11:00 AM. Interment will be in Genessee Prairie Cemetery. Reverend Ed Schmidt officiating of Lakeland Reformed Church. Memorial contributions in Jim's memory can be made to the Kalamazoo Gospel Mission or the Kalamazoo Humane Society. (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: STAMM, LARSON, HARGAN Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/25848/mb.ashx Message Board Post: STAMM, Zoe Elizabeth Portage Zoe died shortly after her birth on Saturday, January 23, 2010. She is survived by her parents, Justin and Jeannette Stamm; sister Anna Rose Stamm; paternal grandmother, Julie Stamm of Portage; paternal grandfather, Henry and Renee Stamm, Jr., of Mattawan; maternal grandparents, Larry and Jean Larson of Sterling Heights; and aunts and uncles, Henry and Tamra Stamm, III and Jeff and Pamela Hargan. Cremation has taken place. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11:00 Saturday morning, February 6, 2010, at St. Catherine of Siena Catholic Church, 1150 W. Centre Ave. Zoe's family will receive guests one hour prior to the service at church. Memorial contributions should be directed to Justin and Jeannette Stamm. Arrangements by Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Portage Chapel, 411 E. Centre Ave., (269) 343-1508. Visit www.langelands.com to sign Zoe's guest book or leave a condolence to her family. Published in Kalamazoo Gazette on January 31, 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: ORTH, HARTLINE, HEYN, MARTIN, LAWRENCE Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/25847/mb.ashx Message Board Post: ORTH, Mrs. Kathryn Portage Went to be with her Lord on Wednesday, January 27, 2010 at Kairos Dwelling. Kathryn was born in Baroda, MI on February 23, 1923, the youngest of ten children of the late Frederick & Phebe (Hartline) Heyn. On September 22, 1942, she was united in marriage to Robert Orth who survives. From that day on, they were always there for each other. Kathryn was a life-long Lutheran, and was most recently a member at St. James Lutheran Church of Portage. She was an avid reader who never missed a chance to learn about anything. In her free time, she enjoyed cooking and playing cards. Her heart and home were always open to friends and family. Together with Robert she traveled to many places within the U.S., and took a wonderful cruise to Mexico and Key West. She was active in her families' lives; one of her proudest moments came when her great-grandson, Jonathan earned his Eagle Scout Award. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, who will be dearly missed. Kathryn is also survived by her only daughter, Bette (Claude) Martin-Lawrence, three grandchildren, Jeffery Martin and William (Carol) Martin, and Jeffery Lawrence; her great grandson; many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by nine brothers and sisters, Henry, Frieda, Frank, Walter, Melvin, Myrtle, Edward, Edgar, and Frederick. In accordance with her wishes cremation has taken place and a service date and time will be announced in the near future. Contributions in her memory may be made to Kairos Dwelling, or St. James Lutheran Church in Portage, c/o the funeral home. JOLDERSMA & KLEIN 917 S. Burdick 343-2628 Published in Kalamazoo Gazette on January 31, 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: MUSELIN, MAYER, DOLAN, ARCHAMBAULT, ALMASSY, LANCOUR Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/25846/mb.ashx Message Board Post: MUSELIN, Bruce Andrew Age 62 Of Richland, MI Died Thursday afternoon, January 27, 2010, at Borgess Medical Center, Kalamazoo, MI. Bruce was born on March 8, 1947 in Cleveland, OH and moved to Michigan in 1983.. He was the son of Andrew H. and Ruth (Mayer) Muselin. Bruce was a U.S. Army veteran of the Vietnam War, having served his country as a Sergeant in the 101st Airborne. His meritorious honors included The Commendation Medal. He retired in 2006, after 36 years of faithful service between Eaton Corporation and Dana Corporation in computer graphics. He was extremely proud of achieving the Eagle Scout rank and his true passion in life besides his family, was playing a round of golf. On December 28, 1968, in Fairview Park, OH, Bruce was united in marriage to the former, Jane E. Dolan. Surviving is his wife of 41 years, Jane; his two daughters, Kimberly L. (Mark) Archambault of Kalamazoo and Jenifer M. (Douglas) Almassy of Birch Run, MI; his son, Keith A. (Noel) Muselin of Augusta, MI and three grandchildren, Alexis Lan! cour and Haley and Taylor Archambault. He was preceded in death by his parents. The graveside service to celebrate Bruce's life will be held on Monday, February 1st at 1:00 PM at Fort Custer National Cemetery, Augusta, MI. Chaplain Elaine Forrest, of the Battle Creek Veterans Administration Medical Center will officiate and the U.S. Army and the Fort Custer Honor Guard will bestow full, military honors. There will be no visitation, however family and friends will be gathering immediately following the service at the Gull Lake View Clubhouse, 7417 N. 38th Street, Augusta. The FARLEY-ESTES & DOWDLE FUNERAL HOME RICHLAND CHAPEL (269-629-6022) is in charge of all the arrangements. Personal messages for the family may be directed to www.farleyestesdowdle.com Published in Kalamazoo Gazette on January 31, 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: MCLARTY, CONNER, TRUCKS, NAHIKIAN, MABRY, JOHNSON, STOKES, SINK Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/25845/mb.ashx Message Board Post: MCLARTY, Lona Esther (Conner) Entered into Christ's arms at 10:00 PM, January 27, 2010. She wants EVERYONE to know for SURE how they can also, be with her when their time comes. PLEASE read: from The Bible, God's Word, Romans 3:23, Acts 16:31, John 1:12 and John 20:31. She entered into Her Savior's presence at precisely, 10:00 PM, January 27, 2010 with her son-in-law, Tim Trucks; granddaughter, Elizabeth Lona Nahikian Mabry; great and we mean GREAT granddaughters, Sarah and Dana Mabry holding her for hours, until she breathed her final earthly breaths and immediately took her heavenly breaths-her daughter, Carol Jean McLarty, waited at her door-with our voices singing her favorite childhood hymns. Her life was sooo full. What a testimony! She could hardly wait to join her husband, James Henry McLarty, Jimmy to his friends. She leaves to follow her in God's time, her caretakers of at least 12 years, in St. Joseph, Michigan, Carol McLarty (Tim Trucks), Elizabeth Lona Nahikian Mabry, (Dave Mabry); her const! ant cherished side-kicks AND GREAT-GRANDDAUGHTERS, Sarah and Dana Mabry, beloved and loving Grandson, Dickran James Nahikian (Pidy-Spider)!!; daughter, Pat Johnson (Dick); grandchildren James Joseph McLarty (Kenzie and Kaylee), Stephanie Stokes, Dickie and Todd Johnson, Patty McLarty (Daniel and Bradley; many great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews, and her constant mail mate and sister-in-law, Connie Conner-her beloved jokester nephew and his wife, Jimmer Conner and Ricki; her faithful friend, Thelma Raper and Beverly and Danny Jenkins. Friends of all ages, she never lacked. She was preceded in death by grandchildren Kim Johnson Sink, Michael Johnson, Bobby McLarty and son Bob McLarty. She loved her home town of Alamo, MI and Parchment-OUR forever, hometown. Cremation has taken place, per her request-no fanfare, no services. Memorials to your choice. God's Blessings to YOU. Published in Kalamazoo Gazette on January 31, 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: MARTENS, JONES, GREGORY, SUBJECT, RADEMACHER, PRICE, MULDER Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/25844/mb.ashx Message Board Post: MARTENS, Lois J. Of Fulton and Gun Lake Died January 27, 2010. Lois was born August 22, 1936 near Portland, Michigan, to Donald and Marion Jones Gregory. She grew up in Ionia County, attended Gibbs and Coon Schools, and was graduated from the latter in 1950. She was an alumna of Ionia High School ('54), Northwestern University (BA, '60), Schoolcraft College (RN/AAS, '75) and the University of Michigan (MS, '80). Lois practiced as a registered nurse at Grace Northwest Hospital in Detroit; VA Medical Center and Lakeview General Osteopathic Hospital in Battle Creek; Oaklawn Hospital in Marshall; Sturgis Hospital and Borgess Medical Center in Kalamazoo. She was a long time member of the Association of periOperative Registered Nurses (AORN) and had achieved CNOR designation. She attained the rank of major as a reservist in the US Army. Lois enjoyed softball, bowling and gardening. She was a voracious reader and attended Great Books for many years. Lois volunteered with Girl Scouts for ten years. Lois enjoyed volunteeri! ng at the First Presbyterian Church Health Clinic in Kalamazoo. She was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Richland. On August 31, 1957, Lois was united in marriage to Ronald Martens, who survives. Also surviving are three children Alan (Cheryl) Martens of Holland, Camille (Martin) Subject of Leslie and Nathan Martens of Climax; seven grandchildren Jasen (Christine) Rademacher, Sarah and Matthew Subject, Emma, Samuel, Elizabeth and Nicholas Martens; her siblings Russell Gregory, Larry (Carol) Gregory, Carol Jean (Steve) Price, Jerry (Judy) Gregory, Norma (Bob) Mulder, Perry (Margaret) Gregory and Richard (Marilyn) Gregory; a cousin, Robert (Diana) Jones and many nieces and nephews. Cremation has taken place. Memorial services will be held at the First Presbyterian Church of Richland in the spring. In lieu of flowers the family prefers memorial contributions to the Caregivers Fund of Transformations Endowment or the Gregory Family Scholarship, addresses are availab! le at www.avinkcremation.com. Published in Kalamazoo Gazette on January 31, 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: JACKSON, CULP, SKELTON, BECKER, LIGGETT, BRUNDEN, KELLEY, BUELL, LACEY, STRONG, KONKLE Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/25843/mb.ashx Message Board Post: JACKSON, Marcia Ann Vicksburg Loving and devoted mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and sister, Marcia passed away on Friday, January 29, 2010 with her family by her side. Marcia was born August 1, 1938 in Grand Rapids, MI, the youngest of four daughters born to Russell V. and Elouise (Culp) Skelton. She worked for Mead Paper Company for 27 years in the production department. On May 8, 1982, she married Theodore "Ted" Jackson, who preceded her in death on April 27, 2008 and whom she dearly missed. She was also preceded by her parents; and a daughter, Julie Taylor. Marcia was first and foremost dedicated to her family. She always put them ahead of everything else, especially her grand and great grandchildren. She loved playing Yahtzee, was a member of the Red Hat Society, the Dancing Divas, the Main Street Review and the Oasis Prayer group. She loved traveling and visiting Northern Michigan, especially the area around Bitley, MI, where she spent many happy times. Marcia is survived by her six children, Joe (Shirley) Jackson of Kalamazoo, Jerry (Christina) Jackson of Delton, Denise (Michael) Becker of Mendon, Kirk Liggett of Alabama, Lisa Brunden of Alabama, and Annette (Brian) Kelley of Vicksburg; 23 grandchildren; 35 great-grandchildren; three sisters, Diane Buell of Vicksburg, Carol (Ken) Lacey of Portage and Patricia (Robert) Strong of Grand Junction; several nieces, nephews, and many cousins, including a special cousin, Jan Konkle. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday at 11:00 AM at Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Portage Chapel, 411 E. Centre Ave., with Pastor Philip Kok officiating. Burial will follow in For! t Custer National Cemetery. Visitation will be held Monday from 2 to 4 PM and 6 to 8 PM at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions should be directed to the Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation, 1332 N. Halstead St., Suite 201, Chicago, IL 60642-2642. Please visit www.langelands.com for online obituary, directions, register book and condolences. 343-1508. Published in Kalamazoo Gazette on January 31, 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: GIBSON, CARTER, COLEMAN, HOCKER, WENDZEL, GREEN, HARDEN, DECKARD, COFFING Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/25842/mb.ashx Message Board Post: GIBSON, Roberta Age 75 of Gull Lake Roberta Marie Gibson, age 75, of Gull Lake, MI, died Thursday morning, January 28, 2010, at her daughter, Ruth's Augusta residence, surrounded by her loving family. Roberta was born on December 25, 1934 in Perrysville, IN and moved to the Gull Lake area after she retired from teaching in 1999. She was the daughter of Robert A. and Ruth M. (Carter) Coleman. Roberta retired in 1999 after 45 years of teaching school, with her final assignment as a 1st grade teacher at the Patricksburg (IN) Elementary School. She was a member of the Sweet Adeline's of the Mid Lakes Chorus of Richland, MI and had sang in the chorus at the Richland Bible Church. Roberta enjoyed walking, singing, reading, gardening and playing the piano. Her true passion in life was spending time with children, especially attending her grandchildren's sporting and music events at the Gull Lake Schools. Surviving are her two daughters, Garnet Ruth (Jim) Hocker of Augusta, MI and Patricia Lynn Gibson of Nashville, TN! ; her son, James Langley (Lori) Gibson of Richland, MI; seven grandchildren, Corie (Jason) Wendzel, Dave (Cerissa) Hocker, Dan Hocker, Madeleine Gibson, Garrison Hocker, Coleman Gibson and Susannah Hocker; three great grandchildren, Lily and Tessa Wendzel and James Hocker; three sisters, Sandra (Louis) Green, Myrna (Al) Harden and Myra Deckard, all of Crawfordsville, IN; her brother, Clyde (Georgiann) Cloeman of Crawfordsville, IN and her sister-in-law, Shirley Coffing of Kingman, IN. Roberta was preceded in death by her parents; and a brother, Dale Coleman. The Memorial Service to celebrate Roberta's life will be held on Saturday, February 27, 2010, at the West Liberty Church of Christ of Covington, IN at 2:00 PM. Final interment will be in Mount Hope Cemetery, Covington, IN. Memorial contributions in Roberta's honor may be made to the Roberta Marie Gibson Memorial Fund - Patricksburg Elementary School Kindness Fund, P.O. Box 212, Patricksburg, IN, 47455. The Farley-Estes ! & Dowdle Funeral Home, Richland (MI) Chapel (269-629-6022) is in charg e of all the arrangements. Personal messages for the family may be directed to www.farleyestesdowdle.com. Published in Kalamazoo Gazette on January 31, 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: VANDERBOR Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/25841/mb.ashx Message Board Post: VanderBor, James L. "Jim" Age 65 Of Kalamazoo Jim passed away suddenly on Saturday, January 30, 2010 at Bronson Hospital. Family and friends will be received on Tuesday, February 2, 2010 from 10-11 AM at: Redmond Funeral Home 4100 S. Westnedge Ave. (269) 343-6156 Where Funeral Services will immediately follow at 11:00 AM. Interment will be in Genessee Prairie Cemetery. Reverend Ed Schmidt officiating of Lakeland Reformed Church. Memorial contributions in Jim's memory can be made to the Kalamazoo Gospel Mission or the Kalamazoo Humane Society Published in Kalamazoo Gazette on February 1, 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: SPEESE, MCKENNA, DIVER, KNEESHAW, ELKEN, MCGLYNN Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/25840/mb.ashx Message Board Post: SPEESE, Richard E. Kalamazoo Passed away January 30, 2010 with his family at his bedside. Dick was born September 3, 1931, in Kalamazoo, the son of Earvin and Hazel (McKenna) Speese. He graduated from Saint Augustine High School, and attended Western Michigan University. Dick was an employee of the The Detroit Medical Center and Bronson Methodist Hospital, prior to his retirement in 1996. On September 27, 1952, he married Julie Diver, who passed away on January 17, 2008. Dick is survived by his children, David (Kristi) Speese of Rockford, MI, Susan Kneeshaw, of Mattawan, Melissa, (Steven) Elken of Greenwood Village, CO, Mark (Carolyn) Speese, of Plano, TX, Scott (Becky) Speese, of Kalamazoo, and Matthew Speese of Wayland, MI; loving grandchildren, Adam, Seth, and Rachael Elken, Tara, Brent (Jamie) and Jacob Kneeshaw, Jessica, Andrew, and Allison Speese, Emily and Kayla Speese, Stephanie and Sean Speese; great granddaughters, Lily Speese and Madison Elken; and two great grandchildren expected in the near future; his brother and sister-in-law, Thomas and Kay Speese of Portage; brother and sister-in-law, Roger and Jeannine (Diver) McGlynn, of Onekama, MI; several nieces and nephews; and dear friends, Ed and Becky Mayo. The family will receive friends, Tuesday, 2:00 to 4:00 and 6:00 to 8:00 PM, with a Vigil Service at 7:00 PM, at the Betzler Life Story Funeral Home, 6080 Stadium Drive, Kalamazoo. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated, Wednesday, February 3, 2010, 10:30 AM, at Saint Augustine Cathedral Church, Monsignor Thomas Martin, celeb! rant. Burial will take place in Mount Olivet Cemetery. The family suggests memorial contributions in Dicks's memory may be made to The Bronson Hospital Health Foundation Good Neighbor Fund. Please visit www.williams-goresfuneral.com to view and sign Dick's online guest book. Published in Kalamazoo Gazette from January 31 to February 1, 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: KAYLOR, OLSON, ANZALDUA, WEST, THERRIAULT, LEITH, CREDEUR, ALLEN, HALE, HEDBERG Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/25839/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Kaylor, Maxwell Thomas of Portage, MI The son of Ahren and Aja Kaylor, was born and died on January 27, 2010. Our wonderful little man was perfect in every way and just came too soon to stay. He'll always have a piece of our hearts and it was amazing to hold, rock, and hug him in the few hours we had with him. In addition to his parents, he is survied by grandparents, Dee and Walt Olson of Wyoming, Teresa Anzaldua (West) of Springfield, MO (formerly of Allegan), Daniel R. Kaylor of Allegan and Renee Therriault of Grand Rapids. He is also survived by aunts and uncles, Mary Jane and Scott Leith of Decatur, GA, Sarah Credeur of Murfreesboro, TN, Danielle (Kaylor) and Tom Allen of Phoenix, AZ, Sarah Kaylor-Hale of Portage; and cousins, Levi Hedberg and Asher Hedberg of Allegan. He is preceded in death by his grandfather, Thomas Credeur of Muskegon; and uncle, Donald Hale of Portage. A private family service will take place at a later date. Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Portage Chapel, 411 E. Centre. www.langelands! .com. Published in Kalamazoo Gazette on February 1, 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: HOMAN, BUNTING, METTY, COTHRAN, GREEN, MINNIS, FRANCISCO, MYERS, LAWRENCE Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/25838/mb.ashx Message Board Post: HOMAN, Stanley Age 80 Of Vicksburg Stanley Richard Homan, age 80, of Vicksburg, died Friday, January 29, 2010 at Rose Arbor Hospice in Kalamazoo following a brief illness. He was born in Brady Township on March 16, 1929 one of 13 children born to Roy and Mary Louella (Bunting) Homan. He attended country schools and was a lifetime resident of the Fulton area. Stan was a farmer, and more recently worked with his son in an excavating business. Stan was married to Donna Metty on July 11, 1948 in Athens. She died in 2006. He was also preceded in death by a son, Gary in 2005; and by ten siblings, Harrison "Bogy" Homan, Sarah Cothran, Louise "Chum" Green, Cleo Minnis, Michael Homan, Virginia Pearl Francisco, Roy J. Homan, Evelyn Homan, Marian "Pete" Myers, and Billy Homan. Stan is survived by a son and daughter-in-law, Arnold and Patricia Homan of Vicksburg; six grandchildren, Ambra, Aaron, Angel, Sarah, Aimee, and Thomas; five great-grandchildren; two brothers, Bob Homan (Velma) of Vicksburg and Walter "Powder" Homan of Illinois; nieces and nephews; a brother-in-law, Duane Metty (Marilyn); good friends, Ward and Marcie Lawrence of Fulton; and his pet companions "Dog" and "Cat". The family will receive friends on Monday from 5 ! to 7 PM at the Eickhoff Funeral Home in Mendon. Funeral services will be 1 PM Tuesday at the funeral home with Rev. Tom Harrison, Pastor of Prairie Baptist Church officiating. Burial will follow in Leonidas Cemetery. Memorials may be directed to either Rose Arbor Hospice, or a charity of one's choice. An online register is available at www.eickhofffuneralhome.com Published in Kalamazoo Gazette from January 31 to February 1, 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: HOMAN, BUNTING, METTY, COTHRAN, GREEN, MINNIS, FRANCISCO, MYERS, LAWRENCE Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/25837/mb.ashx Message Board Post: HOMAN, Stanley Age 80 Of Vicksburg Stanley Richard Homan, age 80, of Vicksburg, died Friday, January 29, 2010 at Rose Arbor Hospice in Kalamazoo following a brief illness. He was born in Brady Township on March 16, 1929 one of 13 children born to Roy and Mary Louella (Bunting) Homan. He attended country schools and was a lifetime resident of the Fulton area. Stan was a farmer, and more recently worked with his son in an excavating business. Stan was married to Donna Metty on July 11, 1948 in Athens. She died in 2006. He was also preceded in death by a son, Gary in 2005; and by ten siblings, Harrison "Bogy" Homan, Sarah Cothran, Louise "Chum" Green, Cleo Minnis, Michael Homan, Virginia Pearl Francisco, Roy J. Homan, Evelyn Homan, Marian "Pete" Myers, and Billy Homan. Stan is survived by a son and daughter-in-law, Arnold and Patricia Homan of Vicksburg; six grandchildren, Ambra, Aaron, Angel, Sarah, Aimee, and Thomas; five great-grandchildren; two brothers, Bob Homan (Velma) of Vicksburg and Walter "Powder" Homan of Illinois; nieces and nephews; a brother-in-law, Duane Metty (Marilyn); good friends, Ward and Marcie Lawrence of Fulton; and his pet companions "Dog" and "Cat". The family will receive friends on Monday from 5 ! to 7 PM at the Eickhoff Funeral Home in Mendon. Funeral services will be 1 PM Tuesday at the funeral home with Rev. Tom Harrison, Pastor of Prairie Baptist Church officiating. Burial will follow in Leonidas Cemetery. Memorials may be directed to either Rose Arbor Hospice, or a charity of one's choice. An online register is available at www.eickhofffuneralhome.com Published in Kalamazoo Gazette from January 31 to February 1, 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: COUNTERMAN, ODDI, STULL, COLLINS, HENCKEL, WOODSTOCK, MITCHELL, CAMPBELL, FENSTERMAKER Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/25836/mb.ashx Message Board Post: COUNTERMAN, Vincent H. Of Portage Passed away Saturday evening, January 30, 2010, at his residence. Vince was born April 14, 1940, in Paw Paw the son of Henry "Hank" and Marie (Oddi) Counterman. He was a veteran serving in the U.S. Navy. A graduate of Paw Paw H.S., Vince enjoyed playing all sports, especially track. In his early years he spent many hours working on the family fruit farm. The past 30 years Vince self-published a weekly newspaper in Charlotte, N.C. and Kalamazoo, most recently The Grapevine Weekly in Kalamazoo. He attended Centerpoint Church and enjoyed gardening, coffee with his friends, and golf. Vince was preceded in death by his former wife, Shirley. On August 2, 1997, he was united in marriage to his loving wife, Lavonne, who survives and she cherished his love and devotion. Also surviving are his children, Rhonda (Donald) Stull, Randy (Terri) Counterman, Rick Counterman, Renee (Dan) Collins; step-children, Eric Henckel, Julie (Scott) Woodstock, Tammy (Chad) Mitchell; 11 grandchildren, Cl! ay (Jessica) Stull, Alex (Melissa) Stull, Kaitlyn Stull, Emily Stull, Wyatt and Joey Counterman, Shaun and Abbey Woodstock, Ryan and Nathan Henckel, Wyatt Mitchell; one great-granddaughter, Norah Stull; sisters and brother, Sherry Campbell, Chuck Counterman, Bonnie (Roger) Fenstermaker; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins. Graveside services will be held 11:00 o'clock Wednesday at Ft. Custer National Cemetery (meet in assembly area at 10:50). A memorial service will follow at 2:00 o'clock Wednesday at the Centerpoint Church, 2345 N. 10th Street, with Pastor Dar VanderWal officiating. Friends may meet the family Tuesday evening from 5 to 8 PM at the Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Memorial Chapel, 622 S. Burdick. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the American Heart Association or the charity of your choice. www.langelands.com. Published in Kalamazoo Gazette on February 1, 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: BURRESS, MEADE, BUTLER, SAKHO, MYERS, WHITE Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/25835/mb.ashx Message Board Post: BURRESS, Linda Lee Of Kalamazoo Linda passed away Saturday morning, January 30, 2010 at Borgess Gardens. She was born February 17, 1942 in Kalamazoo, the daughter of Robert and Virginia (Meade) Butler. She enjoyed jumping railroad tracks, in her 1965 red AMC Rambler convertible, watching NASCAR, beer on ice, a good olive burger, and watching her favorite movie, "A Star Is Born". Preceding her in death was long time partner and caregiver, Doug Pierce; and her father, Robert Butler. Surviving are her four children, Cindy (Virasay) Sakho of Kalamazoo, Shannon Myers of Portage, Rob White of Kalamazoo, and Bill (Lisa) White of Portage; seven grandchildren, Destiny, Kiera, Kal-el, Abigail, Chelsie, Megan, and Ben; one great-granddaughter, Kayla; her mother, Virginia Butler of Fanning Springs, FL; and one brother, Jim (Kathie) Butler of Fanning Springs, FL. Cremation has taken place and a private memorial with family and friends will be at a later date. A special Thank-You to the staff at Borgess Gardens for all the love and care you gave Linda over the years. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed! to Borgess Visiting Nurse and Hospice. Arrangements by Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Memorial Chapel, 622 S. Burdick St. Please visit www.langelands.com to sign Linda's online guestbook or leave a condolence to the family. Published in Kalamazoo Gazette on February 1, 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: JOHNSON, PINNEO, MCDOWELL, ELDRED Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/25834/mb.ashx Message Board Post: JOHNSON, Anna Portage Anna/Anne Marguerite Johnson passed away January 31, 2010 at Tendercare Portage Nursing Home where she had resided for the past nine years. Anna was born in 1909 to William Floyd and Mary (Pinneo) McDowell in Royal Centre, IN. In Logansport, Indiana, she was married to Edward C. Johnson in 1927 and shortly after moved to Kalamazoo, MI where they spent the rest of their lives. Her husband Edward preceded her in death in 1982. Also preceding her in death were her parents; brothers, Floyd, Jr. and George McDowell; sons, Kenneth Duane Johnson in 1973 and Douglas Edward Johnson in 2007; and a great- grandson, Alan Edward Eldred in 1986. Anna's daughter, Janet Eldred survives as well as her grandsons, Dale (Glenys) of PA and David (Jean) Eldred of Portage and their sons, Bob, Tom and Charlie Eldred. Anna was a good wife and homemaker. She loved her family, cooking and baking and enjoyed her working time at Brook Lodge and in production at the Upjohn Company. She was also employed ! by the Kalamazoo Milk Producers Association and later was an elevator operator at the Pythian Building. In 1928, she was an usher at the State Theater. She was a devout person and was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Kalamazoo and later the Milwood United Methodist Church. She was a loyal friend to all who knew her and will be sadly missed and fondly remembered. According to her wishes, cremation has taken place and a private family committal will be held as a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to Hospice Care of Southwest Michigan, 222 North Kalamazoo Mall, Suite 100, Kalamazoo, MI 49007-3882. Please visit www.langelands.com for online obituary, register book and condolences. 343-1508 Published in Kalamazoo Gazette on February 2, 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: VANDEWOUWER, WOUTERS, COLWELL, MANCHE, DESMIT, WALLACE, Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/25833/mb.ashx Message Board Post: VANDE WOUWER, Marinus L. "Van" Of Kalamazoo Passed away January 31, 2010 at his home. He was born November 16, 1927 in Kalamazoo, to the late Leendert and Froukje (Wouters) Vande Wouwer, who were both born in the Netherlands. Van was united in marriage on February 12, 1982 to the former Julia "Judy" Colwell, who survives. Van served in the U.S. Navy from January of 1946 until honorably discharged in October of 1951. While serving during WWII and then the Korean Conflict, he served aboard the USS Goodrich, USS Mississippi and the USS Magoffin. He was a longtime member of Third Reformed Church in Kalamazoo. He was employed with Michigan Bell for 42 years until he retired. Also surviving Van are his children, Robert L. Vande Wouwer of Kalamazoo, Carol A. (Ronald) Manche of Linden, MI, Paul M. (Gail Mills) Vande Wouwer of Paw Paw and Mark C.(Carol) Vande Wouwer of Haslett; step-children, Steven (Linda) DeSmit, Kelly (Andrew) Wallace and Daniel (Veronica) DeSmit; 13 grandchildren, Justin, Amanda, Noah (Alex), Jasmine, Cour! tney, Kristan, Cameron, Kyle, Alexa, Daniel Jr., Sarah and Jakob. Also preceding Van in death was his brother, Cornelius Vande Wouwer and his beloved favorite pet, Gretchen. Family will greet friends on Thursday, from 5-8:00 o'clock at the Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Memorial Chapel, 622 S. Burdick St., where services will be held, Friday at 2:00 o'clock. Committal will follow at Mt. Ever-Rest Cemetery. Memorials may be directed to the Association of Retarded Citizen's (ARC), Community Advocates, 814 S. Westnedge Ave., Kalamazoo, MI 49008 or to Hospice of SW Michigan. Please see www.langelands.com for online obituary, directions, register book and condolences. 343-1508 Published in Kalamazoo Gazette on February 3, 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.