This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: philipffej Surnames: Wakefield Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/14126.1.1.1.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: I also have Ann & Robert Wakefield's burial place which might have a couple more children. http://files.usgwarchives.net/mi/kalamazoo/cemeteries/lawler109gcm.txt 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: mikezmolek1 Surnames: Walster Wakefield Simons Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/14126.1.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Ann Walster was married to Robert Wakefield, b. 1822. Bothe were born in England, and I am trying to figure out where. A very brief record on the IGI Index shows a Robert Wakefield, Christened 19 May 1822, at Thorney, Nottingham, England, son of William Wakefield, married to Ann. I cannot confirm whether or not this IGI record is for the same Robert and Ann (Walster) Wakefield that we are talking about. My research indicates that Ann Walster Wakefield bore 9 children, Anna E. Wakefield (my ancestor), b. 1850, d. 1888, m. Henry N. Simons; William Wakefield; Robert N. Wakefield, b. 9/14/1858. I am looking for the names of the other 6 children. Dr. Michael A. Zmolek [email protected] 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: COLE, SAUL, WEBER, DILLER, KERBER, PARKER Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/25641/mb.ashx Message Board Post: COLE-SAUL, Sally Ann Age 60 Of Waterford, MI Formerly of Kalamazoo, MI Died gracefully and peacefully, Tuesday morning, December 22, 2009, at Rose Arbor Hospice, Kalamazoo, after a lengthy and strong-willed battle against cancer. Sally was born July 9, 1949 in Holland, MI, daughter of Earl F. and Myrtle R. (Weber) Cole. She earned a Bachelor of Liberal Arts Degree and a Master of Science in Quality Engineering. Sally held various positions during her 30 year career in General Motors, working at both the Kalamazoo Plant and GM Engineering Headquarters and she retired as Sr. Quality Control Engineer in 2002. She was an excellent golfer, enjoyed skiing and tennis and especially enjoyed snorkeling in exotic locations around the world with her husband, Pat. Sally is survived by R. Patrick Saul, her husband since their marriage on January 2, 1998. Also surviving is daughter, Michelle Diller of Plainwell, MI; granddaughter, Danielle Diller; mother, Myrtle R. Cole of Wayland, MI; sister, Barbara "Jeanie" (Mrs. James) Kerber of Dorr, MI and brother, Gar! y Cole of Dorr, MI. She was preceded in death by her father, Earl, sister, Sharon Parker and brother, Wayne Cole. The Funeral Liturgy to celebrate Sally's life will be held Saturday, January 2, 2010 at 1:00 PM at FARLEY-ESTES & DOWDLE FUNERAL HOME Richland Chapel 9170 East D Avenue officiated by Father Christopher J. Derda, Pastor of St. Ann Catholic Church of Augusta, MI. A time of fellowship and a luncheon will be held immediately following the service in the Richland area. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Sally's honor may be made to the Nathanson-Rands Cancer Research Foundation, c/o HFHS Office of Philanthropy, One Ford Place, Suite 5A, Detroit, MI, 48202. Personal messages for the family may be directed to www.farleyestesdowdle.com.During her brief life, Sally touched many lives in many ways; she did so beyond all expectations in spite of five serious cancer challenges and for longer than seemed physically possible. Sally remains with us in our memories of her tenacious spirit and the positive energy she generated for those around her. Her inspiration to all of us will remain forever! Published in Kalamazoo Gazette on December 27, 2009 (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: STANTON, MCCLISH, FURNEY, GRISSOM, JOHNSON, FONNER, IREY, MEULMAN, GABEL, DENNISON, CONNOY Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/25640/mb.ashx Message Board Post: STANTON, Doris A. Kalamazoo Went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, December 24, 2009. She was born June 22, 1910 in Mesick, MI, a daughter of Wilson and Mabel (Mc Clish) Furney and had been a resident of the Kalamazoo area for over 70 years. Doris was affiliated with the Valley View Bible Church and was employed by Allen Electric for 20 years. On July 10, 1942, she united in marriage to Irving S. Stanton, who preceded her in death on July 12, 1984. She was also preceded in death by her parents; a grandson, John D. Grissom; a great granddaughter, Tina Louise Johnson; two brothers, Delphin Furney and Leonard N. Furney; three sisters, Audrey Fonner, Marion Irey and Ruth Meulman. Doris is survived by her children, Charlene J. Grissom of Portage, Robert W. (Beverly) Gabel of Parchment, Ronald E. Gabel of Kalamazoo and Kay A. Gabel of Kalamazoo; 3 grandchildren, Laura Lee Dennison, Cindy Sue Connoy and Paul Douglas Grissom; 4 great grandchildren; and 5 great great grandchildren; several nieces and nephew! s. Funeral services will be held on Monday, December 28, 2009 at 11:00 AM in the Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Westside Chapel, 3926 S. 9th St. with Pastor B. J. Luce officiating. Interment will follow in Mt. Ever-Rest Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Sunday from 2-4 and 6-8 PM. Memorials may be given to Valley View Bible Church, Hospice Care of Southwest Michigan or the charity of one's choice. Please visit www.langelands.com for online obituary, directions, register book and condolences. 343-1508 Published in Kalamazoo Gazette on December 26, 2009 (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: BROWN Classification: death Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/25639/mb.ashx Message Board Post: BROWN, Kathleen Ann Of Kalamazoo Suddenly passed away on Wednesday, December 23, 2009. Visitation will be held at the WHITLEY MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME 330 North Westnedge Ave. (269) 488-2401 on Sunday, December 27, 2009 from 3 PM - 6 PM where services will be held on Monday, December 28, 2009 at 11:00 AM with Pastor Dr. James Byrd officiating. Interment to follow in Mt. Ever-Rest Cemetery. Published in Kalamazoo Gazette on December 26, 2009 (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: WESCOTT, KEIDEL, REIBA, GULICK Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/25638/mb.ashx Message Board Post: WESCOTT, Mrs. Valerie Keidel Portage Valerie died early Friday morning, December 25, 2009. She was born September 24, 1936, in New York, NY, a daughter of Gerard and Marie (Reiba) Keidel. Valerie was an Assistant Professor of Technical Writing at Western Michigan University before retiring. In May of 1966 Valerie was united in marriage with Anthony Wescott who preceded her in death in 2007. She was also preceded in death by her father. Surviving are three children, Eric (Christine) Wescott, Gerard (Tanya) Wescott and Karla Wescott; her mother, Marie Keidel; a brother, Gerard (Nancy) Keidel; a sister, Lynn (Michael) Gulick; and nieces and nephews. Cremation has taken place. A private memorial service will be held at a later date. Arrangements by Langeland Family Funeral Homes. 269-343-1508 www.langelands.com Published in Kalamazoo Gazette on December 27, 2009 (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: MARTIN Classification: death Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/25637/mb.ashx Message Board Post: MARTIN, John Wesley Jr. "P-Nut" Of California Formerly of Kalamazoo Departed this life on Friday, December 18, 2009. Services will be held Tuesday, December 29, 2009 at 1:00 PM with a 12:00 noon family hour from the First United Baptist Church with Pastor Lenzy Bell Officiating. Interment to follow in Riverside Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to: WHITLEY MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME 330 North Westnedge Ave. (269) 488-2401 www.whitleymemorial funeralhome.com Published in Kalamazoo Gazette on December 27, 2009 (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: HINZ, HOPE, WARNER, HILLS, BRINKS, HEIMAN, BURKE, O'ROURKE Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/25636/mb.ashx Message Board Post: HINZ, George D. Age 86 Of Kalamazoo Died on December 25, 2009, of acute complications of cardio-vascular disease. Born in South Haven, Michigan, on May 9, 1923, he was the youngest child of Robert (Roy) and Albertina (Hope) Hinz. George graduated from South Haven High School in 1941. After working for a year, he began studies at Michigan State College in East Lansing in the fall of 1942, where he completed one term before entering the U.S. Navy. His naval service as a Pharmacist's Mate took him to the Solomon Islands of Guadalcanal and Bougainville. Upon his return from the Pacific, George married his high school sweetheart, Martha L. Warner, in San Francisco in August of 1945. Following the war, George and Martha returned to South Haven where George worked for Pierce-Williams Company before joining the South Haven Board of Public Works in 1947. He retired from the City in 1984 as Superintendent of the Water Filtration Plant. George was preceded in death by his parents and his sisters, Harriet Hills, Frieda Br! inks and Margaret Heiman, and his brothers, Al and Roy Hinz. He is survived by his wife, Martha Hinz, and his daughters Janice (Dennis) Burke of Kalamazoo, Michigan and Mary (David) O'Rourke of Scottsdale, Arizona; and his son John (Emily Garber) Hinz of Phoenix, Arizona. Six grandchildren survive him as well. Funeral service will be on Wednesday, December 30 at 11:00 AM at First Congregational Church with Rev. Jeffrey Dick officiating. Burial will take place at Lakeview Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the First Congregational Church of South Haven, the Historical Association of South Haven or Hospice Care of Southwest Michigan. Kindly share your thoughts and memories on the family's online guest book at www.FilbrandtFFH.com. The family is being helped by the Filbrandt Family Funeral Home of South Haven 637-0333. Published in Kalamazoo Gazette on December 27, 2009 (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: HARRISON, GRAY, KLINESMITH, HOUSE, HERBERT, MCGHEE, MONEY, MCCAMMON, MILLER Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/25635/mb.ashx Message Board Post: HARRISON, Joan J. "Joann" Of Portage Passed away December 26, 2009 at her home. She was born December 25, 1933 in Kalamazoo, to the late Robert Gray and Marion (Klinesmith) House. Joan was united in marriage on October 22, 1953, for a loving 56 years, to Ronald "Bill" Harrison, who survives. She was a member of Connections Community Church. After her retirement from the Upjohn Company, she became a Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA). Joan and Bill enjoyed 14 years of retirement in Mission, Texas where they made many friendships, and Joan supported children's outreach. Also surviving Joan are her children, Ronda (Roger) Herbert of Kalamazoo and Daniel (Tracy) Harrison of Vicksburg; grandchildren Travis McGhee, Kaitlyn Harrison and Paige Harrison; half brother, Robert (Patti) Gray; half-sister, Sandy (Lou) Money; nephew, Kurt (Lynetta) McCammon, and; dear friend, Vera Thomas. Also preceding her in death was a son, Gary M. Harrison; and her sister, Joyce Miller. Family will greet friends on Tuesday from 2-4:0! 0 and 6-8:00 o'clock at the Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Portage Chapel, 411 East Centre Ave., where services will take place Wednesday, 1:00 o'clock, Pastor Dave Sanders, officiating. Memorials in Joan's name may be directed to the Kalamazoo Gospel Mission or Hospice Care of SW Michigan. Please see www.langelands.com for online obituary, directions, register book and condolences. 343-1508 Published in Kalamazoo Gazette on December 27, 2009 (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: COSTELLO, NEUDER Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/25634/mb.ashx Message Board Post: COSTELLO, Julia E. Age 79 Died December 21, 2009, with family and friends by her side in Kalamazoo, MI. A memorial service is planned for Tuesday, December 29th at 11:30 am at the People's Church (1758 N 10th St, Kalamazoo). Julia was born, September 20, 1930, to Edna and Louis Neuder. The youngest of four children, Julia went on to complete her undergraduate degree at Michigan State University and later earned a Master's in Social Work from the University of Michigan. She worked many years for Michigan Children's Aide Society. Julia was a loving mother who enjoyed travel, investing and was a supporter of women's issues. She was an active member of the Kalmazoo Chapter of the League of Women Voters. She is survived by her husband of 40 years, William; son, Douglas; daughter, Raquel; granddaughter, Jasmine; brothers, William, Louis and Richard and many nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the League of Women's Voters or Kalamazoo Family and Children Services. Published in Kalamazoo Gazette on December 27, 2009 (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: MACKIE, BEYER, WILLIAMS, VOGEL, BELONGIE, DONNELLY Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/25633/mb.ashx Message Board Post: MACKIE, Annabelle T. Age 97 Of Portage Passed away on November 13, 2009 at Borgess Medical Center. Annabelle Theresa Mackie was born on July 4, 1912 in Two Rivers, WI the daughter of the late James and Lena (Beyer) Williams. Annabelle and her family moved to Escanaba, MI in 1926. She graduated from Escanaba High School in 1930. Annabelle married Harold Mackie on August 11, 1934 and they lived in Gladstone, MI for most of their married life until moving to Kalamazoo in 1961. Annabelle was employed at Western Michigan University in Public Safety for 13 Years. She was a member of St. Monica Catholic Church since 1962. She was preceded in death by her husband, Harold on December 2, 1965, a sister, Blanche Vogel; a brother, Henry Williams and a nephew, Tom Belongie. Annabelle is survived by a daughter, Carol (Bud) Donnelly and a son, James (Chris) Mackie; nine grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; two nieces and two nephews. Visitation will be held from 10:00 AM until 11:00 AM on Thursday, November 19, 2009 at St. Mo! nica Catholic Church where Mass of Christian Burial will immediately follow at 11:00 AM. Fr. Larry Farrell Celebrant. Interment will be in Mt. Ever-Rest Memorial Park. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Monica Catholic Church. Arrangements by REDMOND Funeral Home 4100 S. Westnedge- 343-6156 Published in Kalamazoo Gazette on November 17, 2009 (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: LONG, WRIGHT, HICKMAN Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/25632/mb.ashx Message Board Post: LONG Mack A. Long Sr. Age 91 Of Grand Rapids Formerly of Kalamazoo and Clearwater, Florida Passed away peacefully at home on November 16, 2009. Mack was preceded in death by his wife, Rita. He is survived by daughter, Maureen (Steve) Wright of Kalamazoo; granddaughter, Erin (Gary) Wright and great-grandson, Drake Wright of Beaver Falls, PA; son, Mack (Teresita) Long; granddaughters, Sara Long, Anna (Justin) Hickman, and Rita Long of Grand Rapids. Mack was born on October 26, 1918 in Middletown, Ohio. He was active in sports and attended Miami University in Oxford, Ohio, where he excelled in basketball and met his wife. He served in the Army Air Corps during World War II as a B-17 bombardier where he achieved the rank of Captain. Based in England, Mack flew twenty-three missions. He was shot down over Germany and was a prisoner of war for 13 months until the liberation by Allied troops. He was awarded the POW Medal, Air Medal and 3 Oak Leaf Clusters, Distinguished Flying Cross, and earned the Purple Heart. Upon his return to the states, he married Rita and played p! rofessional basketball for Cleveland. Mack worked in sales in the state of Ohio and in Kalamazoo and was an avid single-digit handicap golfer at Gull Lake Country Club. He retired to Clearwater after Rita's death. "Bop", as he was called by his family, will be missed tremendously especially his great wit, humor and generosity. Funeral services will be Wednesday 5:30 PM at the O'Brien-Eggebeen-Gerst Chapel, 3980 Cascade Rd. SE, Grand Rapids, Rev. Len Sudlik of St. Robert of Newminster Church, officiating. Visitation from 4:00 to 5:30 PM. Interment Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Kalamazoo at 11:00 AM Thursday. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to God's Kitchen, 303 S. Division, Grand Rapids, MI 49503. O'Brien-Eggebeen - Gerst 616-949-7350 www.gerstfuneralhomes.com Published in Kalamazoo Gazette on November 17, 2009 (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: LIVERS, RICKS, KING, ADAMS, VANDIVER, DOUGLAS, STAMM, ZAMORA, WASHINGTON, MONTGOMERY Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/25631/mb.ashx Message Board Post: LIVERS, Frank Age 82 Vicksburg Frank passed away peacefully with his family at his side on Sunday afternoon, November 15, 2009 at Bronson Methodist Hospital in Kalamazoo. He was born February 2, 1927 in Owensboro, KY the son of the late William and Cora (Ricks) Livers. He retired from the military after serving 20 years in the U.S. Army and the U.S. Air Force, as a Military Policeman. He served in Berlin with the 78th Infantry Division, 16th Constabulary Horse Platoon after the German surrender in World War II and in Korea working with prisoner exchange in the DMZ. After retiring from the military in February of 1968 he was employed at Ronningens Research in Vicksburg retiring in 1989. Frank was a volunteer for the Fort Custer National Cemetery Friday Honor Guard from January 1992 thru December 2008 with 2,374 volunteer hours. He was a member of the Scotts United Methodist Church, the U.S. Army Constabulary Association, Veterans of Foreign Wars, and enjoyed hunting, traveling, camping, reading history boo! ks and solving crossword puzzles. Over the years he acquired and adopted many animals and pets and enjoyed feeding and watching birds. On March 2, 1957 in Climax, MI Frank was united in marriage to Janet M. King who survives. Surviving are two daughters, Deborah (Robert) Adams of Paw Paw and Sharon Vandiver of Scotts; eight grandchildren, Nicole (Tim) Smith of Paw Paw, Tiffany (David) Douglas of Galesburg, Steven Vandiver of Scotts, Ann Marie (Karl) Stamm of Paw Paw, Kristen (Raul) Zamora of Paw Paw, Robert Adams II of Paw Paw, Gabriella and Elijah Washington of Missouri; six great-grandchildren; sister, Hazel Montgomery of Columbus, TN; mother-in-law, Gladys King of Climax; brother-in-law, James (Nancy) King of Climax, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by a daughter, Teresa Livers and four brothers, Joseph Floyd, Turner, and Bernard; sister, Gladys. Family will receive friends Friday, 11 to 12 noon at the Scotts United Methodist Church where funeral services wil! l be held at 12 noon with Rev. Glenn Litchfield officiating. There wil l be military honors Friday, 2:30 PM at Fort Custer National Cemetery, Augusta, MI. Memorial contributions may be made to West Michigan Cancer Center. Arrangements are by the Adams Funeral Home, Paw Paw. Share a memory or condolence on line at: www.timeformemory.com/adams Published in Kalamazoo Gazette on November 17, 2009 (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: HOLCOMB, EARL, SCRAMLIN, MINIDIS Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/25630/mb.ashx Message Board Post: HOLCOMB, Brenda L. Age 58 Of Climax Passed away Wednesday, December 16th in Kalamazoo. She was born November 4th, 1951, in Battle Creek, the daughter of Walter Holcomb and Elaine Earl. Brenda was a 1970 graduate of Climax-Scotts High School. She was employed by Kmart in Battle Creek and recently by the Kalamazoo Nature Center. She had a wide variety of interests, which included basket weaving, stained glass and collecting antiques. Brenda was also very active in her church, Life In Christ Ministries, where she enjoyed the fellowship of performing community out-reach at area nursing homes. Her daughter Sara Scramlin preceded her in death. Brenda is survived by: her son Phillip D. Scramlin of Climax, her father Walter Holcomb of Ludington, her mother Elaine Earl of Kalamazoo, her brother Richard (Jeri) Holcomb of Parchment, her sister Jill Minidis of Ludington and several nieces and nephews. Brenda was a very devoted mother. Her faith, her son, Phillip, and her lighthearted attitude toward life allowed her to fa! ce many challenges with strength and determination. She will be missed. A memorial service will be held 4 PM on Sunday, December 20, 2009 at Life In Christ Ministries on 14990 Beadle Lake Road, in Battle Creek, Michigan, Dr. Dan Martineau, presiding. Cremation and a graveside service will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions in Brenda's name may be made to Life In Christ Ministries Building Fund. Arrangements by Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Climax Chapel, 205 East Maple St. Published in Kalamazoo Gazette on December 19, 2009 (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: VERSLUIS, REED, SMITH Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/25629/mb.ashx Message Board Post: VERSLUIS, Mrs. Donna D. (Reed) Of Kalamazoo, MI Died Friday afternoon December 17, 2009. Donna was born August 10, 1933 in Sioux City, Iowa and was adopted by Bill and Bernice Smith. She had been a Kalamazoo area resident since 1958, coming from Lake City, MN. Donna was employed as an LPN for 45 years before retiring. She later worked as a floral merchandiser for Masterpiece and Elzinga Greenhouses. She was also very involved in local animal rescue programs. Donna was preceded in death by her adopted parents; her first husband, Leslie Reed in 2008; her second husband, Homer VerSluis; and two brothers, Donald and Clyde. She is survived by two children, Jeffrey (Kathleen) Smith of Charlotte, NC and Judy Reed of Kalamazoo; three grandchildren, Morgen Smith of North Carolina, and Troy and Cody VerSluis both of Kalamazoo; and several nieces and nephews. Services will be held 11 AM Tuesday from the Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Portage Chapel, 411 E. Centre Ave. Visitation will be 2-4 and 6-8 PM Monday. Private interment will! be in Vicksburg Cemetery. Memorials may be directed to the S.P.C.A. www.langelands.com. 343-1508. Published in Kalamazoo Gazette on December 20, 2009 (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: VANDERWEELE, VANDYKE, HOOGENBOOM, RENZEMA, STAPERT, TIMMERMAN, HUGHES Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/25628/mb.ashx Message Board Post: VANDER WEELE, Christine Of Kalamazoo Christine H. Vander Weele went to be with the Lord on Friday December 18, 2009 and is now at rest in Jesus' loving arms. Christine was born on January 31, 1924 to Edward and Willemina Van Dyke in Kalamazoo Michigan. On June 2, 1943 she was married to her sweetheart, Anthony (Tony) Vander Weele, who preceded her in death on June 29, 2009. At their home in Cooper Township, the couple raised five children, Christine helping Tony grow produce for sale at the Kalamazoo City Market and on their home produce stand for 55 years. She loved all kinds of craft making, music, animals, and enjoyed traveling with Tony in their retirement to many places from Alaska to Florida. Christine loved her family dearly and most of all, she loved Jesus whom she served faithfully until her final breath. Her faithful service to Jesus is a heritage, memory, and testimony that will go on living with her family. Surviving are five of their six children, Jan (Paul) Hoogenboom of Kalamazoo; Karen (Henry) R! enzema of Kalamazoo; Dale Vander Weele of Grand Rapids; Kalvin (Karen) Vander Weele of Plainwell, and Michael (Gail) Vander Weele of Kalamazoo. Along with her husband Tony, an infant daughter preceded her in death in 1967. Christine had 19 grandchildren, Brian, Aaron, Gwen, Eric, Christina, Emily, Willem, Nathan, Nicolas, Joy, Steven, Rebecca, Gretchen, Jessica, Heidi, Robert, David, Laura and Carolyn. Christine was also blessed with 24 great-grandchildren. Brothers and sisters include Tom (Nina) Van Dyke (deceased), Laura (Chuck) Stapert (deceased), Henrietta (Ralph) Timmerman (deceased), Eva Hughes (deceased) and Genevieve (Robert) Vander Weele of Dorr; Everard (deceased) and Sam (Elsie) Van Dyke of Kalamazoo. Christine was a faithful member of Second Christian Reformed Church. Visitation will be at the Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Westside Chapel, 3926 South 9th Street on Monday, December 21, 2009 from 6-8 PM. The family will also receive family and friends beginning ! at 10:00 AM on Tuesday morning before the 11:00 AM funeral service at Second Christian Reformed Church, 3015 Nichols Rd. A private interment will take place at West Cooper Cemetery. Memorials in Christine's memory can be made to Second Christian Reformed Church or Kalamazoo Bethany Christian Services. Please visit www.langelands.com for online obituary, directions, register book and condolences. 343-1508. Published in Kalamazoo Gazette on December 20, 2009 (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: UNDERWOOD, HOGG, ALLEN Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/25627/mb.ashx Message Board Post: UNDERWOOD, Dr. Gerald "Bud" E. Formerly of Galesburg, MI Passed away peacefully on December 14, 2009 surrounded by his immediate family. Dr. Underwood was born November 30, 1921 in Wellsburg, W. Virginia, son of Clarence E. and Beatrice L. Underwood, then moved with his family to Ohio. He attended Mount Union College where he graduated with honors and met his future bride, Marian. He went on to Ohio State University where he received his Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry. In 1952 "Bud" and "May" moved to Michigan where he was employed by the former Upjohn Company (now Pfizer Pharmaceutical) for 25 years as a research virologist. Bud enjoyed his 23 acre "farm" outside of Galesburg where he and May raised their three children and transformed the open fields into a sanctuary of mixed woods, a large pond, crop lands, pastures and gardens. An ever-changing menagerie of farm animals and uncommon pets kept things lively. Bud especially enjoyed watching and participating in sports activities. Upon his retirement, Bud and May packed up and moved ! to southern California to help care for his ailing parents. They loved the area and soon found tranquility in the small community of Descanso, settling into their new home within walking distance of beautiful Cuyamaca State Park. Bud loved to hike the 100 miles of trails meandering through the park and was well-known for his diligent routine of picking up trash along the roadways of Descanso. He supported May in her efforts to help create a charming library for the local school and community and became the library's grounds-keeper. Recently Dr. Underwood and his wife moved to Fredericka Manor in Chula Vista where they resided in a cottage surrounded by beautifully kept grounds of flowering trees, shrubs and a pond, and could feel the ocean breezes. Surviving are his wife, Marian, two sons, Gary E. Underwood of Descanso, CA, Robert K. Underwood (Karen Wilson) of Galesburg, MI, daughter Beth K. Underwood (John Hogg) of Missoula, MT, granddaughters, Bree Hogg and Keely Hogg o! f MT, and sister Peggy Allen of Cleveland, TX. In support of the medic al research to which he devoted so many years of his life, Dr. Underwood requested that his body be donated to the UCSD Medical School for research. No formal memorial service will be held. The family asks that any donations be made to the Cuyamaca Rancho State Park Interpretive Association (cuyamaca.us) or a favorite park in your area. Published in Kalamazoo Gazette on December 20, 2009 (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: UNDERWOOD, HOGG, ALLEN Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/25627/mb.ashx Message Board Post: UNDERWOOD, Dr. Gerald "Bud" E. Formerly of Galesburg, MI Passed away peacefully on December 14, 2009 surrounded by his immediate family. Dr. Underwood was born November 30, 1921 in Wellsburg, W. Virginia, son of Clarence E. and Beatrice L. Underwood, then moved with his family to Ohio. He attended Mount Union College where he graduated with honors and met his future bride, Marian. He went on to Ohio State University where he received his Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry. In 1952 "Bud" and "May" moved to Michigan where he was employed by the former Upjohn Company (now Pfizer Pharmaceutical) for 25 years as a research virologist. Bud enjoyed his 23 acre "farm" outside of Galesburg where he and May raised their three children and transformed the open fields into a sanctuary of mixed woods, a large pond, crop lands, pastures and gardens. An ever-changing menagerie of farm animals and uncommon pets kept things lively. Bud especially enjoyed watching and participating in sports activities. Upon his retirement, Bud and May packed up and moved ! to southern California to help care for his ailing parents. They loved the area and soon found tranquility in the small community of Descanso, settling into their new home within walking distance of beautiful Cuyamaca State Park. Bud loved to hike the 100 miles of trails meandering through the park and was well-known for his diligent routine of picking up trash along the roadways of Descanso. He supported May in her efforts to help create a charming library for the local school and community and became the library's grounds-keeper. Recently Dr. Underwood and his wife moved to Fredericka Manor in Chula Vista where they resided in a cottage surrounded by beautifully kept grounds of flowering trees, shrubs and a pond, and could feel the ocean breezes. Surviving are his wife, Marian, two sons, Gary E. Underwood of Descanso, CA, Robert K. Underwood (Karen Wilson) of Galesburg, MI, daughter Beth K. Underwood (John Hogg) of Missoula, MT, granddaughters, Bree Hogg and Keely Hogg o! f MT, and sister Peggy Allen of Cleveland, TX. In support of the medic al research to which he devoted so many years of his life, Dr. Underwood requested that his body be donated to the UCSD Medical School for research. No formal memorial service will be held. The family asks that any donations be made to the Cuyamaca Rancho State Park Interpretive Association (cuyamaca.us) or a favorite park in your area. Published in Kalamazoo Gazette on December 20, 2009 (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: PEARCE, SNYDER, MACKENZIE, ETTWEIN Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/25626/mb.ashx Message Board Post: PEARCE, Zachary D. Of Kalamazoo Passed away on December 7, 2009. Zachary was born May 17, 1989 in Kalamazoo, MI, a son of Timothy and Rebecca (Snyder) Pearce and was a lifelong resident. He had a great sense of humor and enjoyed entertaining his family. He also enjoyed being a stage hand and designing and hand making walking canes. He held a Junior Black Belt in Karate. Surviving are his mother and step-father, Rebecca and John MacKenzie of Kalamazoo; grand parents Joan and Dennis Ettwein of Kalamazoo; three sisters, Jessica, Jacqueline and Katelyn Pearce; a step-brother Gerry MacKenzie and a step-sister Chamisa MacKenzie. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, December 26th at 2PM at the Langeland Family Funeral Homes, 622 S. Burdick St. with the Rev. James Dyke of St. Andrew Community Church officiating. Visitation will begin one hour before the memorial service. Memorial contributions in Zachary's memory may be made to the Salvation Army. Please visit www.langelands.com to sign the online register! book and leave a condolence to the family. Published in Kalamazoo Gazette on December 20, 2009 (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: MILLER, WHEELER, SHANK, DUNN Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/25625/mb.ashx Message Board Post: MILLER, Norman R. of Comstock Norman Miller left this world peacefully on December 16, 2009 surrounded by his family. Norman was born on March 11, 1953 in Pittsburgh PA to Hubert and Alma Miller. He graduated from Avonworth High School and received additional training at the Beattie Technical School. Norman and his wife moved to Kalamazoo in 1979 and was employed for 27 years at NWL/Parker in Kalamazoo. Norman was an easy-going guy who took great pride in his family, loved a good round of golf, and was a loyal Pittsburgh Steelers Fan. Surviving to remember all the good times with him is his wife of 33 years, Sara, and daughters Susanna Wheeler (and husband Mark) of Dalhart, Texas and Caroline Miller (and fiancé Ryan Starks) of Kalamazoo. Norm is also survived by two sisters, Janice (Robert) Shank of Albuquerque NM and Arlene (Tom) Dunn of Lehigh Acres FL and several nieces and nephews. Please join the family for a Celebration of Life Mass at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Kalamazoo on Monday, December 21! at 11 AM. Luncheon will follow in the church hall. The family requests black and gold or Steelers attire. Terrible towels are optional but highly recommended. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions to St. Joseph Church or the Kalamazoo Humane Society. Arrangements by the Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Memorial Chapel, 622 S. Burdick St. Please see www.langelands.com for online obituary, register book and condolences. 343-1508 Published in Kalamazoo Gazette on December 20, 2009 (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.