This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: WHL44 Surnames: KYSER, NEWBERRY, POWELL, RUSSELL, MALLOURE, CERIN Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/25680/mb.ashx Message Board Post: KYSER, Lillian E. Kalamazoo Passed away Thursday, December 31, 2009. Lillian was born on September 16, 1919 in New Boston, Ohio, the daughter of Thomas H. and Irene Newberry. In 1939, Lillian received a degree from Rio Grande College. She began teaching first grade in 1940 in Rudolph, Ohio where she met Dan Kyser. She and Dan were married June 30, 1946 after he returned from serving in the Army. They settled in Ann Arbor, MI and later moved to Kalamazoo, MI where they lived for more than 50 years. Lillian was an active volunteer, serving as a Cub Scout and Girl Scout leader. She was a member of First United Methodist Church for over 50 years. As a church volunteer, she taught Sunday School, served as Sunday School Superintendent, and worked as the church archivist. Along with her husband, Dan, she helped with the church rummage sales. She belonged to the United Methodist Women (UMW) and was a member of the Deborah Elizabeth Circle. Lillian was preceded in death by her husband, Dan; her brothers, Charle! s, Jesse and Eugene Newberry. She is survived by two brothers, Tom Newberry and Howard Newberry; sisters-in-law, Alma Powell and Maralyce Newberry; many nieces and nephews. Her surviving children are; Lynn Russell (Rick) and Tom Kyser (Jan); grandchildren include Sara Malloure (Jim), John Russell (Jill Zwiers), Shauna Cerin, Ryan Kyser and Aaron Kyser; two great-grandchildren, Lane and Myah. There will be no visitation. A private inurnment service will be held at the First United Methodist Church Columbarium. A memorial service will be planned for later in 2010. Memorial contributions for Lillian may be made to the First United Methodist Church, Kalamazoo, MI. Arrangements by Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Westside Chapel, 3926 S. 9th St. www.langelands.com 269-343-1508 Published in Kalamazoo Gazette on January 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.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: WHL44 Surnames: ZAWORSKI, ROOT, POSTELWAITE, BUCK, SMITH Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/25679/mb.ashx Message Board Post: ZAWORSKI, Carol Jean Of Kalamazoo Passed away January 1, 2010 at her residence. She was born April 4, 1939 in Kalamazoo, to the late Floyd and Pansy (Root) Postelwaite. Carol was united in marriage on November 18, 1983 to Victor, who survives. Also surviving Carol are her children, Richard (Karen) Buck, Jr. of Kalamazoo, Pansy Buck of Comstock, Gilbert (Teresa) Buck of Paw Paw, Keith (Stephanie) Buck of Kalamazoo, Carol (Floyd) Lynn Smith of Plainwell and Johnny (Delane) Buck of Paw Paw; several grandchildren; several great grandchildren; and great great grandchildren; and her brothers and sisters. A graveside service will take place at Riverside Cemetery in Kalamazoo on Saturday, January 9th at 11:00 o'clock. Arrangements by Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Memorial Chapel, 622 S. Burdick St. Memorials may be directed to the American Cancer Society of Kalamazoo County, 1400 W. Milham Ave., Portage, MI 49024 or Alzheimer's Association , 2300 Portage St., Suite 341, Kalamazoo, MI 49009. Please see www.langelan! ds.com for online obituary, directions, register book and condolences. 343-1508 Published in Kalamazoo Gazette on January 7, 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: SABIN, HARDWICK, JACKSON, CORSO, WEERS, HELT Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/25678/mb.ashx Message Board Post: SABIN, Norma L. Age 82 Of Vicksburg, Michigan Passed away at Rose Arbor Hospice Home in Kalamazoo, MI, December 25, 2009 with her loving husband at her side. She was born August 2, 1927, in Brookfield, Michigan, the daughter of the late Thelma and Louis Hardwick. She was the third of four siblings. She married Milford C. Sabin, who survives. She graduated from Marshall High School in 1944 and married Milford C. Sabin, On October 24, 1946, at Albion Michigan. She is survived by her husband Milford Sabin, of Vicksburg MI; her daughter and son-in-law, Lloyd and Claudia Jackson, of Wayland MI; her two sons and daughter-in-laws, Tim and Karen Sabin, of Three Rivers, MI, and Scott and Cathy Sabin, of Portage, MI; her four grandchildren, Jennifer, Justin, Jessica, and Cameron, and five great-grandchildren; her brother and sister-in-law Robert and Charlene Hardwick, of DeWitt, MI; her sister Alice Corso, of Indianapolis, IN, and her step brother and sister-in-law, Keith and Rita Weers, of Pacific, MO, and many nieces and nephew! s. She was preceded in death by her parents, Louis and Thelma Hardwick, her infant son, Mark Sabin, grandson, Jeremy Sabin, and unadopted son Mike Helt. Norma had many interests, she spent countless hours sewing clothes for the kids. In later years, she turned that sewing into a business making dolls, and scarecrows. She later started collecting dolls, books, and many other interesting things. She loved her craft and doll shows, flea markets, and garage sales. To visit the house is to tour a really neat museum. In accordance with Norma's wishes, a cremation has occurred and there will be no viewing. A Celebration of Life Service is planned for Friday, January 8, 2010, at the Centreville United Methodist Church in Centreville Michigan, at 1:00 PM. Dr. Pastor Karin Orr will be officiating. Please see www.avinkcremation.com for online obituary, register book, and condolences. Published in Kalamazoo Gazette on January 5, 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: PERIN, BABCOCK, HILL, RICARD Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/25677/mb.ashx Message Board Post: PERIN, Ernest Charles Of Kalamazoo Died Saturday afternoon January 2, 2010. Ernie was born October 18, 1925 in Kalamazoo County to Felix and Vera Perin. He graduated from Kalamazoo Central in 1943. He volunteered for the United States Army Air Corp in 1944 graduating in electronics that same year. His stories of that time were always told as if they had happened yesterday. He had planned to travel the world. Unfortunately due to a minor illness he never fulfilled that dream. Later he attended Western Michigan University for a year. He was join in marriage to Florence Marie Babcock June 5, 1948. Ernie later was employed by Upjohn as a lab technician until he retired in 1985 after 35 years. He was a devoted husband. He never left his wife's side during her illness and long stay at Alamo nursing home. He was a hard worker and wonderful father to his two children Greg and Susan. Ernie was an avid golfer and was a member of the Kalamazoo Elks Lodge # 50 for more than 45 years. Golf was his first love. Two hole in ! one's at the Elks golf course and several mentions in the Kalamazoo Gazette for his bowling skills. Ernie made many friends throughout his life and was always thought of fondly by all. He was preceded in death by his wife Florence Perin in 2002, his brother Arnold in 1985, a sister-in-law Doris Perin in 2001, and a niece Sandra Hill in 2006. Ernie is survived by his son Gregory (Pamela) Perin; three grandchildren Samantha, Cody and Jessica; daughter Susan Ricard of Dorr; a great-niece Melissa Perin of Arizona; two nephews Mathew Perin of Grand Rapids and Anthony (Tracy) Perin of Battle Creek and three great nieces. The family would also like to acknowledge their unbelievable friend Mary Lou Sanderson for without her love and companionship, Ernie's later years would not have been as meaningful and rich. Internment will be at Ft. Custer National Cemetery at 10:30 AM Thursday, January 7, 2010 with a memorial service following at 12:30 PM at First United Methodist Church, 212 S! . Park St., Kalamazoo with Pastor Sandy Elfring officiating. Memorials can be made to Elks special projects, Hospice of Southwest Michigan, or charity of choice. Avink Funeral Home Cremation Society Schoolcraft Published in Kalamazoo Gazette on January 5, 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: KUIPERS, BRINK, NIENHUIS, HAMILTON, BRONKEMA Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/25676/mb.ashx Message Board Post: KUIPERS, Bruce H. Beloved dad and husband Bruce H. Kuipers went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Sunday, January 3, 2010. He died of natural causes while hunting bobcat in wild country near St. Helen, Michigan. In his motel room in St. Helen, his three sons found his Bible and his Bible lesson book sitting where he'd left them after breakfast that morning. He was reading the Parable of the Sower from Matthew 13, about spreading the word of God to those who will receive it: "Still other seed fell on good soil, where it produced a crop - a hundred, sixty or thirty times what was sown. He who has ears, let him hear." Bruce was a devoted member of Calvary Bible Church in Kalamazoo. Bruce was born in Zeeland, MI, the fourth son (of six) of Henry and Gertrude (Brink) Kuipers. The boys grew up running a working farm and were all avid outdoorsmen from a very young age, mixing their farm chores with hunting pheasants and tending trap lines. Their mischievous sense of humor can be traced back to their sainted mother, but blossomed in the river bottoms and fence rows where the boys were somewhat less supervised. Bruce married his high school sweetheart Nancy Nienhuis in 1963 before moving to Everett, Washington to serve in the U.S. Air Force. He was stationed at Paine Field, where he spent off-duty hours bowling and stalking trout in Ebey Lake. Their first son, Jeffrey Dean, was born in Everett in 1964. The family returned to Michigan in August of 1968, and their second son, Brett, was born in 1969. Their third son, Joel, was born in Holland, Michigan in 1970 while Bruce studied building trades at Western Michigan University. He received a B.A. from WMU in 1972. After working for Jerry Stifler, now of Continental Construction Company, as well as Peachtree Door and American Buildings, Bruce launched his own successful contracting firm, Delta Design Systems, which specialized in designing and erecting custom steel buildings. Works by Delta Design house many well-known businesses and attractions in Southwest Michigan, including the Air Zoo at the airport in Portage. Bruce and Nancy's marriage ended in 1988, but they kept the closeness of family. By then, deer hunting had become an abiding passion for Bruce - what hunting philosopher Jose Ortega y Gassett called "an almost mystical agitation" - and he devoted his free time to adventuring with his brothers and sons on Michigan's classic rivers and the Kuipers' family hunt club near Hesperia. He hunted all over the Western U.S., including Arizona, Colorado, Montana and New Mexico, where he bow hunted for elk every fall, usually quite successfully. He was also a proud member of Ducks Unlimited and Safari Club International. After he retired in 2007, Bruce spent months of the year in the woods, and whether successful or not he often remarked how he enjoyed simply observing wildlife as much as any other part. He took particular joy in practicing ethical hunting, the fair chase, and in eating wild game. He believed in his role in the woods, described by the poet Robinson Jeffers: "What but the wolf's tooth whittled so fine / The fleet limbs of the antelope." He met Diane Hamilton (Bronkema) in church and the two were married in 2004, sealing their joy by endeavoring to train two hunting dogs, wirehaired pointing griffons named Libby and Greta. Bruce's contemplative days in the woods and Bible study led him to live life according to one of his favorite verses, Matthew 6:33: "But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well. Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own." He is survived by his wife, Diane, three sons Jeffrey Dean, Brett and Joel and their mother Nancy; two grandchildren, Spenser and Hazel Jane; and four brothers: Dale (deceased) and Sandra; Ron (Micheline), Vern (Sally), Jack (Jane), and Michael (Barbara). A memorial service will be held at 1PM on Thursday at the Calvary Bible Church, 855 South Drake Rd., with Pastor John Barnett officiating. Friends may meet the family on Wednesday evening from 5:30 to 8 PM at Langeland Family Funeral Home Westside Chapel, 3926 South 9th Street. (269-343-1508). Memorial contributions in Bruce's memory may be made to American Cancer Society , Kalamazoo Chapter, or Rehoboth Christian School, New Mexico. Please visit www.langelands.com to sign the online register book, view the video tribute and leave a condolence to the family. 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This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: WHL44 Surnames: KUCAB, MATERKA, KIRK, LANGE Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/25675/mb.ashx Message Board Post: KUCAB, Karl B. Age 58 Of Kalamazoo After a three - month battle with pancreatic cancer, Karl entered into eternal peace on January 5, 2010. Karl was born on June 3, 1951 in Detroit, MI, the son of Julius and Lottie (Materka) Kucab. Karl was a member of St. Monica Catholic Church. He graduated from DeLaSalle Catholic High School in 1969. He completed both a Bachelors Degree in business and a Masters Degree in Criminology at Western Michigan University. He married his high school sweetheart, Penny Kirk in 1971. Karl worked for the Kalamazoo Juvenile Home as head of the 9th District Probation Department and the Kalamazoo Probation Enhancement Program (KPEP) for over a decade. In the mid 80's he began working as a recruiter for Management Recruiters of Kalamazoo. In 1992, he opened his own business as a recruiter for the plastics industry. Karl was an avid card-player, world traveler, Michigan State Spartan fan and coached various sports for his three children. Mostly, Karl loved to golf. While battling his illne! ss, he birdied the "Famed 17th Hole" at TPC Sawgrass in Ponte Verde Beach, FL. Karl was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather. Besides his parents, Karl is survived by his wife of 38 years, Penny (Kirk) Kucab; three children: Karrie (David) Lange of LaGrange, IL; Amie Kucab of Ferndale, MI and Daniel Kucab of Oklahoma City, OK; two grandchildren: Henry and Charlotte Lange; two brothers, Gerald Kucab (Rob Smith) of Southfield, MI and Kenneth (Patricia) Kucab of Grosse Ile, MI and several nieces and nephews. In accordance with his wishes cremation has taken place. Family and friends will be received on Friday, January 8, 2010 from 6-8 PM at REDMOND Funeral Home 4100 S. Westnedge Ave. (269) 343-6156 where a Rosary will be recited Friday evening at 7:30 PM. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated at 11:00 AM on Saturday, January 9, 2010 at St. Monica Catholic Church. Fr. Larry Farrell Celebrant. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Monica Catholic Church. Published in Kalamazoo Gazette on January 7, 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: HOGG, HILDREMYR, DACEY, BRONSON Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/25674/mb.ashx Message Board Post: HOGG, Mildred J. Kalamazoo Mildred Johanna Hogg passed away peacefully in her home on December 31, 2009 surrounded by her loving family. Mildred was born September 10, 1921 in Petersburg, North Dakota, the youngest of five children born to Martin and Lena Hildremyr, both of whom emigrated from Norway. Mildred grew up in Petersburg then graduated from Waldorf College and the University of North Dakota. In 1947, she married John A. Hogg and moved to Kalamazoo, Michigan where Dr. Hogg was employed as a research chemist at the Upjohn Company (now Pfizer Pharmaceutical); here they started a family and Mildred became an active member of the First Presbyterian Church of Kalamazoo. In 1959, they settled near Galesburg, Michigan on 30 beautiful acres and raised their three children among the rolling hills of junipers, maple groves, ponds and meadows. Mildred cultivated the spirit and beauty of the property that became known as Juniper Hill. She loved her rose garden, watching the wildlife around her home and h! elping her husband in his apiary pursuits. She was active in the community and participated in 4-H, American Field Service (AFS) and the local PTA. She cherished summer gatherings at Juniper Hill with grandchildren and family get-togethers at Petersburg Camp on Lake Plantagenet in Minnesota. Mildred's enduring faith and involvement with the First Presbyterian Church were very important to her. She was dedicated to the principles of the "Circle of Hope" women's church group where she developed wonderful life-long friendships. She joined the Weavers Guild of Kalamazoo and enjoyed creating lovely woven gifts for her family. Mildred is survived by her husband of 62 years, Dr. John A. Hogg of Kalamazoo, Michigan; children Karen E. Dacey of Woods Hole, Massachusetts, John T. Hogg (Beth Underwood) of Missoula, Montana, and Thomas A. Hogg (Janine Hogg) of Las Vegas, Nevada; grandchildren John Hogg of California, Nicole Hogg of Nevada, Bree Hogg and Keely Hogg of Montana, Jack Dacey! , Mike Dacey and Tom Dacey of Massachusetts; and sister Clarice Bronso n of Seattle, Washington. A memorial service will be held at the First Presbyterian Church, 321 W. South St., Kalamazoo, on Friday, January 8 at 2 PM Memorial donations may be made to Presbyterian Women of the First Presbyterian Church of Kalamazoo, Kalamazoo Loaves and Fishes and the Kalamazoo Nature Center. 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 on January 4, 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: HINES, HEAVEN, DETTMANN, PRICE, DIGGS, PENNINGTON, COCHRAN, BOWMAN Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/25673/mb.ashx Message Board Post: HINES, Merlin Sr. Of Wellston Formerly of Vicksburg Passed away peacefully Saturday evening, January 2, 2010 at West Shore Medical Center in Manistee, with his loving family and friends by his side. He was born August 31, 1925 in Ionia, MI, the son of Fred and Lena (Heaven) Hines. Merlin served as a member of the Michigan State Troops during World War II. On October 16, 1953, he was united in marriage to Faye Dettmann in Kalamazoo. Merlin was employed by James River Paper Co. for over 37 years until his retirement in 1987. He graduated valedictorian from Vicksburg Adult Education in 1989. Merlin was a life member of Dads of the VFW and a member of Sons of the American Legion. Surviving are his wife of 56 years, Faye Hines; their four children, M. Thomas (Deb) Hines, Jr. of Salem, OR, Lynne (Robert) Price of Vicksburg, Carla (David) Diggs of Indianapolis, IN, and Mary Pennington, of Lake Odessa, MI; eight grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; one sister, Lillian Cochran of Kalamazoo; and several nieces and nephews. Precedi! ng him in death were his parents; two grandsons, Jason Hines and Brandon Bowman; and two brothers, Verle and Wayne Hines. A Celebration of Merlin's Life will be at 3:00 PM on Friday at Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Portage Chapel, 411 E. Centre Avenue, with Pastor Louis Grother officiating. Friends may visit with the family on Friday from 12:00 PM until the time of services at the funeral home. As an expression of sympathy, memorial contributions may be directed to the family. Please visit www.langelands.com to sign Merlin's online guestbook or leave a condolence to the family. Published in Kalamazoo Gazette on January 6, 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: HESSLER, REMMELE, KEPPEL, VANN Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/25672/mb.ashx Message Board Post: HESSLER, Dixie M. Portage, MI Dixie went to be with her Lord December 30, 2009. She was born November 10, 1933 in Pontiac, MI, the daughter of Donald and Helen (Remmele Keppel. Dixie was united in marriage to William J Hessler who survives. She was employed by The Upjohn Company for over 18 years until her retirement. She enjoyed music, reading, sports, traveling, and spending time with her family and friends. Surviving along with William, her loving husband of 54 years are her children, Keely Hessler of Denver, Brad ( Denise ) Hessler of Paw Paw, Janice Hessler of Portage; eight grandchildren; sister, Janet ( William ) Vann; several nieces, and nephews. Cremation has taken place and visitation will be held at the Portage Free Methodist Church, 1715 West Centre Avenue, Portage, MI, Thursday, January 7, 2010 from 4:30 PM to 7:00 PM. Interment will be held in Fort Custer Cemetery, Augusta, MI, Friday, Janurary 8, 2010 at 11:00 AM. In lieu of flowers, memorials be directed to the Portage Free Methodist Chur! ch, 1715 West Centre Avenue Portage, MI 49024 or Hospice of Southwest Michigan, 222 North Kalamazoo Mall Suite 100, Kalamazoo, MI 49007 Published in Kalamazoo Gazette on January 5, 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: HEFLIN, MATUREN, PETERSON, KLINGER, BOYLE, O'DELL Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/25671/mb.ashx Message Board Post: HEFLIN, James F. Age 71 Of Edwardsburg, MI Formerly of Kalamazoo and Constantine Passed January 2, 2010 in Memorial Hospital, South Bend, after a brief illness. James was born May 12, 1938 in Kalamazoo, the son of Francis G. and Margaret (Maturen) Heflin. He moved to the Edwardsburg area 12 years ago from Constantine. He was married November 26, 1960 in Paw Paw, MI to Renae Peterson who survives. Other survivors are his children, Molly Heflin of Chicago, Patricia Klinger of Edwardsburg, Michael Heflin of Washington DC, Matthew (Amy) Heflin of Edwardsburg, Frank Heflin of Portage, and Brian (Susan) Heflin of Ft. Wayne. There are ten loving grandchildren. He has five siblings, Mary Beth (Joe) Boyle of Minnesota, Terri O'Dell of Paw Paw, Robert (Barb) Heflin of Traverse City, MI., William (Bonnie) Helfin of Mendon, MI and David (Carol) Heflin of Portage. Members of the family who have passed are his parents, a son-in-law, David Klinger an infant grandchild, Gabrielle Jane Heflin on 5-23-08 and brother Tom Heflin. James was a member of Our Lady of The Lake C! atholic Church, Edwardsburg and the Church's Knight's Of Columbus. He had been past President of Junior Chamber Of Commerce of Constantine, former member of Constantine Rotary Club, former Clerk of Constantine Twp. He enjoyed having horses for years and was a member of Michigan Harness Horsemans Assoc. and a member of the U.S. Trotting Assoc. Most recently, James worked for ABC Warehouse in Mishawaka, in sales. Friends and family may gather from 5-8 PM, Wednesday, January 6, 2010 in the social room of Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church, 24832 US-12 East Edwardsburg. The Mass of Resurrection will be Thursday at 11:00 AM, January 7, 2010 at the church with Father Joe McCormick, Pastor, officiating. Burial will follow in Adamsville Cemetery. There will be a prayer service at the church Wednesday evening at 7:30 PM led by the Priest. Arrangements are by Paul E. Mayhew Funeral Home Edwardsburg, MI. Published in Kalamazoo Gazette on January 4, 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: HARVEY, WORDEN, FARNER Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/25670/mb.ashx Message Board Post: HARVEY, Maryanne (Worden) 9/26/23 - 1/3/10 Mother, Teacher, Artist, Shop Keeper, Humanitarian. Born in South Bend, Indiana September 26, 1923 the daughter of John and Sadie Worden. She was preceded in death by her two brothers James and Jack. Maryanne was an accomplished sculptor. Her art education included attending Indiana University, The Corcoran College of Art and Design in Washington, DC and The Center for Creative Studies in Detroit. She was a graduate of George Washington University. Maryanne was an elementary School teacher in Ann Arbor, San Francisco, and South Bend early in her adult life. She subsequently founded and was proprietor for 30 years of Harvey's Compleat Traveler, a Grosse Pte. Michigan based purveyor of fine luggage and leather goods. Recently, Maryanne lived in Kalamazoo, Michigan with her two dogs, pursued her art at the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts and volunteered with the Kalamazoo Gospel Mission. Throughout her life she was a regular contributor to the editorial pages of the Grosse Pointe N! ews, The Detroit News and The Kalamazoo Gazette, writing frequently concerning animal rights and other issues pertaining to the humane treatment of both people and animals. Maryanne was co-founder and served as president of the Michigan Bouvier Rescue for 11 years; during her tenure this organization rescued over 750 dogs from mistreatment or abandonment. Maryanne is survived by her sons Matthew Farner of Hastings Michigan, and Peter Farner, his wife Betsy, and their children Peter, James, Annie, and Mary, all of Kalamazoo, Michigan. She requested no memorial service, preferring that those interested in remembering her make a donation to FACT (Food Animal Concerns Trust) www.foodanimalconcerns.org or Kalamazoo Gospel Mission www.kzoogospel.org. Published in Kalamazoo Gazette on January 5, 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: HALEY, HUGHES, NOWLING, GARDNER, BROWN, ROBERTS, BUCHANAN Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/25669/mb.ashx Message Board Post: HALEY, Mrs. Kallie (Hughes) March 7, 1923 to January 2, 2010 Mrs. Kallie (Hughes) Haley, affectionately known as "Mama Haley" by her many "adopted" children, departed this life on Saturday, January 2, 2010, at Bronson Hospital, with family by her side. She was born March 7, 1923 in Okolona, Mississippi to the late Willie Lee and Clopton Hughes. Kallie professed her love for Christ early in life at Mt. Mariah Baptist Church in Mississippi. She moved to Kalamazoo with her family at an early age and became a member of Mt. Zion Baptist Church where she served faithfully in the Women's Missionary Ministry and the Jail Ministry. She was united in marriage to the late Robert L. Haley, Sr. on June 5, 1942; to this union seven children were born. Kallie retired from the Gilmore Department Store in 1984 (she was a cook in the Ice Cream Parlor). Kallie was preceded in death by her four siblings Earlene Nowling, Samuel Hughes, Annie Kate Hughes, and Newessie Gardner. Kallie's spirit lives on in her seven children, Barbara Haley, Patricia Brown (J! ames Cook), Mary Kaye (Carl) Roberts, Lonnie (Kathryn) Haley, Robert Jr. (Faye) Haley, Larry Wendell (Patricia) Haley, Annette (David) Buchanan; 14 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandson; plus numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. Also surviving are special friends Mrs. Francis Scott, Mrs. Minnie Thrash, and Mrs. Sadie Manuel. Kallie dropped out of school after the ninth grade to help at home; this had such an impact that she was determined none of her children would leave school before completing at least high school. She was successful in this endeavor and every child completed high school, some went on to finish college and/or technical school. She taught her children pride, independence and self-sufficiency. She often said to the children, "times may get hard, but nobody can ever take your education; you will have what you need to make a way." Kallie loved everyone. She was a role model of generosity, hard work and determination. She opened ! her home and heart to anyone who would come. Kallie spent many hours g ardening and cooking; she grew the most plentiful crop of collard greens and the biggest peonies in the neighborhood. Her greatest joy was the gathering of friends and family at the Haley Family "Soul Food Sunday." Her grandchildren say their best New Year's Eve Celebrations were spent making popcorn, eating Malnight's cookies and watching Dick Clark's "Rockin' New Year's Eve Party" with Granny and Gramps. One of her favorite pastimes was shopping with her daughters and good friend (the late) Boydie Ollie. She loved hats and owned dozens in different styles. She frequently participated in the Ecumenical Senior Center's annual fashion show fundraiser "Golden and Glamorous." Her love of fashion was passed on to her granddaughters. Funeral Services will be held 1:00 PM Thursday, with a 12 Noon Family Hour at Mt. Zion Baptist Church, Dr. Addis Moore, officiating. Friends may view 4-7 PM Wednesday at the Harper Funeral Home, 521 Douglas Avenue, 342-1000. Interment Mt. Ever-Rest C! emetery. You may view Mother Haley's DVD Memorial Tribute online at: www.harperfuneralhomeinc.com Published in Kalamazoo Gazette on January 6, 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: ANDREWS, PULLON, BARTOO, BUCHANAN, BERRY, BAILEY, TERHUNE, FOX Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/25668/mb.ashx Message Board Post: ANDREWS, Robert Lee Orlo Born March 17, 1922 in Quincy, Michigan the son of Carleton Homer and Genevieve Pease Andrews. Died January 4, 2010 in Austin, Texas. Robert's residences were in Portage, Michigan and Tequesta, Florida. His education included a B.A. from Hillsdale College where he was a member of ATO fraternity. He received his M.A. in music from the University of Michigan. Robert served in the U.S. Navy from 1943 to 1945. He achieved the rank of Lt. J.G. and was a seaplane pilot in the Pacific Theater. In 1980 he married Joanne Pullon Bartoo who survives. Other survivors include: son Scott W. (Kathy) Andrews of Mattawan, a daughter Anne Andrews (Danne) Buchanan of Salt Lake City, Utah, grandson Bradley M. Andrews of Mattawan, granddaughters Kristina Andrews (Eric) Berry of Angola, Indiana, Brittany and Elizabeth Bailey Terhune of Salt Lake City. He was preceded in death by his parents, a sister Ethelee Andrews Fox and a brother Thurlo Andrews. Bob was a beloved teacher and band director at Milwood Jr. High for over 30 years. He also owned an ice cream concessions business which he operated at fairs and celebrations. Bob attended both the First United Methodist Church in Kalamazoo, Michigan and the First United Methodist Church in Tequesta-Jupiter, Florida. Memorials in Bob's name may be made to Hillsdale College, Hillsdale, Michigan. A memorial service is planned for mid May 2010. Arrangements by Pennington Funeral Home, San Marcos, Texas, 512-353-4311. Published in Kalamazoo Gazette on January 7, 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: ALMAN, HARRIS, MCCARTY, PRINCE, BROWN, MOORE Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/25667/mb.ashx Message Board Post: ALMAN, Paul Age 63 West Union, SC Husband of Ann Harris Alman, died Saturday, January 2, 2010, at Oconee Medical Center. A native of Kalamazoo, Michigan, Mr. Alman was the son of the late John Andrew and Ethel Eileen McCarty Alman. He was employed by the University of Central Florida Nanoscience Technology Center in Orlando, FL. Mr. Alman was a retired Major in the US Air Force after twenty years of service, and was a member of the Military Officers Association of America. In addition to his wife of the home, Mr. Alman is survived by a son, Jon Alman and wife Kelly Prince of Marietta, GA; a daughter, Karyn Alman of Waitsfield, VT; a sister, Helen Brown of Kalamazoo, MI; a sister-in-law, Marilyn Alman of Delton, MI; grandchildren, Austin Alman and Anabel Prince; and his beloved dog, Bodie. In addition to his parents, Mr. Alman was predeceased by a brother, William Alman, and a sister, Eleanor Moore. A memorial service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Heifer Internatio! nal: www.heifer.org or The Nature Conservancy: www.nature.org or to The National Audubon Society: www.audubon.org. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.davenportfuneralhome.com Published in Kalamazoo Gazette on January 6, 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: MIDDLEBROOKS Classification: death Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/25666/mb.ashx Message Board Post: MIDDLEBROOKS, Willie Jr. Age 62 Formerly of Kalamazoo, MI Died December 31, 2009 at the Ouachita County Medical Center in Camden, AR. Proctor Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Visitation will be Sunday, 6:00 to 8:00 PM. Services will be Monday, 2:00 PM at Bethel Pentecostal Church in Camden. To sign the online guest register visit www.proctorfuneralhome.com Published in Kalamazoo Gazette on January 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.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: WHL44 Surnames: JOHNSON, BROWN, DRAKE, CLAPP Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/25665/mb.ashx Message Board Post: JOHNSON, William C. Of Kalamazoo Bill passed away Monday morning, December 28, 2009 at Wynwood of Portage. He was born December 16, 1925 in Kalamazoo, the son of the late Herman and Conant (Brown) Johnson. Bill was a veteran of the United States Army Air Corps serving during World War II. On June 24, 1950, he was united in marriage to Doris Drake in Kalamazoo. In 1952, Bill began work for Hammond Machinery as a salesman and retired as Vice President in 1990. Surviving are his wife of 59 years, Doris Johnson; their four children, Roger (Carolyn) Johnson of Washington D.C., Eric Johnson of Kalamazoo, Todd (Monica) Johnson of Cape Girardeau, MO, and Mark (Susan) Johnson of Battle Creek; six grandchildren; one sister, JoAnne Clapp of Grand Rapids; and several nieces and nephews. Bill's family wishes to acknowledge all those who cared for Bill while a resident at Wood Hills and Wynwood, with a special thanks to Wynwood Executive Director and family friend, Dan Gajeski for his help and daily supervision of Bill's! care. Private family services will be held a later date. Memorial contributions may be directed to Westwood United Methodist Church or Hospice Care of Southwest Michigan. Arrangements by Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Westside Chapel, 3926 S. 9th Street. Please visit www.langelands.com to sign Bill's online guestbook or leave a condolence to the family. Published in Kalamazoo Gazette on January 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: DILLER, COMBS, KILBORNE, RESNICK, FISH, DORRLAG, JONES, LADKROOD, WIER Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/25664/mb.ashx Message Board Post: DILLER, Mildred Jean Of Portage Mildred Jean Ramona (Combs) Diller, went home to be with Jesus Thursday at 10:30 AM Mildred Jean was a coal miner's daughter, born in the hills of Red Onion, Ky. She was raised by her mother Dora Combs with her sister Pauline, and three brothers Billy (who passed away when he was three), Charles Combs (a P.O.W. for 3 1/2 years in Korea), and Jim Kilborne (a retired Lieutenant-Colonel in the Air Force.) Mildred Jean worked nights near Battle Creek in a truck stop and served huge portions to a seven foot tall truck driver named Jon Willis Diller. Jon bought a brand new metallic light green Buick right off the show room floor. Mildred asked for a ride. Then on February 28, 1954 they married in Valparaiso, Indiana for life. She loved country cookin' and country music. She sang and played guitar with her sister Pauline on the radio, and Katie Phillips at Cooper Baptist Church, where she was baptized in the mid 60's in Katie and George's pool. Mildred also attended Nazareth Assemb! ly of God. Jon and Mildred Diller joined Kalamazoo Covenant Church in 1970. She had four sons, David Resnick (unknown location), also three sons preceeding her in death; Laneth O'Donnis Fish a.k.a. Peter Diller, Richard Stanley Fish, and Robert Arnold Diller. She had one daughter Rebecca (Diller) Doorlag, husband Mark; grandchildren Nate (Candice) Doorlag daughter Savannah, Grace (Eric) Jones daughter Lily, Jonathan (Sarah) Doorlag, and Joy Doorlag. Mildred son's had children including Brian (Fish) LadKrood, Dawn Marie, Abby Wier, and others; many great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Mildred Jean's memorial service will be held on Sunday January 3rd, at 4:00 PM at the Kalamazoo Covenant Church, 5708 East Main St, Kalamazoo.(S.W. corner of East Main and 26th St.) Arrangements by Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Memorial Chapel, 622 S. Burdick St. (343-1508) Please visit www.langelands.com to sign the online register book and leave a condolence to the family. Published in Kalamazoo Gazette on January 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: ORR, BAKER, STROTHERS, TENBRINK, MORRISON, MANDJACK, CONOR Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/25663/mb.ashx Message Board Post: ORR, Mary Louise Died on December 30, 2009 in Livonia. She was born December 23, 1920 in Yale, Iowa to Charles Thomas and Pearl Baker Strothers. Mary Louise was a life long resident of the Kalamazoo area. She was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother. She was preceded in death by her husband William, her parents, and her sisters Geraldine TenBrink and Dorothy Jane Morrison. She is survived by her children W. James (Anne) Orr, Patricia (Michael) Mandjack, Elizabeth Conor, and Scott (Diane) Orr. She's also survived by eight grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. A memorial service will be held on Monday at 11 AM at Lakeland Reformed Church in Portage. Her ashes will be interred at a later date in Mears, Michigan. Those wishing to offer a memorial to Mary Louise, may make a contribution to the American Cancer Society , the American Heart Association , or a charity of choice. Published in Kalamazoo Gazette on January 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: WENDLING, KLOBUCHER, YOUNG, GOOCH, MCNALLY, KELLOGG Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/25662/mb.ashx Message Board Post: WENDLING, Mrs. Mary B. Age 51 Galesburg, MI Passed away on January 1, 2010. Mary was born in Kalamazoo, MI on March 1, 1958 the daughter of Russell and Frances (Klobucher) Young. She worked as a secretary for Galesburg/Augusta Middle School where she was an advisor to student groups. She loved kids, animals, gardening, attending K-Wings Hockey games and dancing. She had a wonderful sense of humor. Mary handled her illness with grace, dignity, strength and without complaint. She was an inspiration. Surviving besides her parents, are her husband, Charles whom she married November 19, 1988; two children Cassandra and Hannah Wendling both at home; a brother, Russell (Angela) Young of Portage; two sisters, Tess (John) Gooch and Amy (Don) McNally all of Kalamazoo, an aunt, Pat (Bob) Kellogg of Kalamazoo and numerous nieces and nephews. Family and friends will be received on Monday, January 4, 2010 from 6-8 PM at REDMOND Funeral Home 4100 S. Westnedge- 343-6156 Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 AM on Tuesday, January 5, 2009 at St. John Bosco Catholic Church in Mattawan. Fr. Mathew Illikattil Celebrant. Memorial contributions may be made to American Diabetes Association or American National Kidney Foundation . Published in Kalamazoo Gazette on January 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.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: WHL44 Surnames: SWONK, PFIFER, ROBERTS Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/25661/mb.ashx Message Board Post: SWONK, Mrs. Hazel Age 90 Of Kalamazoo Passed away on December 27, 2009 at Tendercare of Kalamazoo. She was the last surviving child of seven children. Hazel worked and volunteered at Borgess Medical Center for 50 years. She was preceded in death by her husband, Stanley in 1970. Hazel is survived by three children: Stan Swonk of Kalamazoo, Sharon Pfifer of Foley, AL and Mary Lou (Jim) Roberts of Kalamazoo; five grandchildren, several great grandchildren, several great-great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Cremation has taken place. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Red Cross or Animal Rescue. Arrangements by REDMOND Funeral Home 4100 S. Westnedge Ave. (269) 343-615 Published in Kalamazoo Gazette on January 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.