This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: ZlaticaBeca Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/21150.6/mb.ashx Message Board Post: What does 1930 census say for Piotr MAJDAN? Na-naturalized, Al-alien or Pa-first paper? Which documentation were you able to find? Spelling of a surname and a village is very important in researching in a Slavic speaking country. About 2463 TYBURSKIs in Poland in 1990 census. No such surname TURBURSKI, SPRINJEL or SPINJEL- at all. We need to establish a correct spelling of Lubsizzin/Subsizzin/Stipsezin (sp?) to find the village on a map in Poland in area of town of Lublin. How soon upon arrival to America did Piotr and Agnes married? Agnes and Agata are 2 different first names. I am sure you know that. If her name was Agnes in US, she most likely was Agnieszka in Polish. 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: ZlaticaBeca Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/21150.5.1.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Your welcome nmajdan I would not and did not get notified about this post. Since I am trying to help you to get you in the "right" country of your ancestors, I found it. English Y is a J sound so Mydon would be close to MAJDAN pronounciation. Your Piotr MAJDAN was not from Lublin but from Lubzessin, Russia/Poland. In Poland only one way to spell your surname MAJDAN. The village Lubzessin (sp?) might be in Lublin county/region/. 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: BURKE, GIBSON, WEBB, PIPER, KNOWLES Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22921/mb.ashx Message Board Post: BURKE, Carolyn Ann (Gibson) Age 64 Of Fulton, MI Went to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, peacefully at home with her family by her side on Tuesday, June 17, 2008. Carolyn was born September 18, 1943 in Battle Creek, MI, to Robert and Doris Gibson. She is preceded in death by her loving father, Robert Gibson and her grandparents. She was married to her loving and faithful husband of 45 years, William A. Burke on August 11, 1962, who still survives. Also surviving are her son, Troy (Holly) Burke of Fulton and daughter, Dory (Robert) Webb of East Leroy and four cherished grandchildren, Breena, Tyler, Dylan and Krystal. She is also survived by her mother, Doris and step-father, Maynard Piper; her sister, Judy (Larry) Knowles; step-brothers, Richard (Sheri) and Russell (Jan) Piper; several nieces, nephews and extended family and many special friends. Carolyn was an avid quilter. homemaker and gardner, BUT her biggest love and joy was spending time with her four beautiful grandchildren. Carolyn was a kind and giving s! oul and touched everyone that she met in a very special way. She was greatly loved by all and will truly be missed. One of Carolyn's favorite phrases was, "Trust in the Lord" and her favorite song was "He Touched Me". A memorial service will be held on Monday, June 23, 2008 at 1PM at Fulton Christian Church in Fulton, MI. Pastor James Roberts, officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to family and children's services or to the Fulton Christian Church. Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 6/19/2008. (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: BRISTOL, ALLCHIN, KINGAN, HUME, RANSOM, HAMILTON Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22920/mb.ashx Message Board Post: BRISTOL, Norman Died peacefully at his home on June 16, 2008. He was born June 14, 1924 in The Bronx, New York, the son of Lawrence and Louise Bell (Allchin) Bristol. His family later moved to Pelham, NY and he spent many summers on Shelter Island where he developed a life-long love for sailing and tennis. Norman attended Yale University and participated in Yale's Naval ROTC program. Upon graduation, he entered the U.S. Navy and served aboard a destroyer in the World War II South Pacific theatre. Norman and his shipmates saw action in Leyte Gulf, Suriago Strait, and Okinawa. Following the war, Norman earned a law degree from Columbia University and worked several years for the law firm of Root Ballantine in New York City. He married Doreen Kingan in 1952. He moved with his young family to Battle Creek in early 1954 and joined the legal department of the Kellogg Company. During nearly 25 years with Kellogg, Norman rose to the position of Executive Vice President, General Counsel and Secretar! y and was a member of the Kellogg board of directors. He was also elected to the board of the First of America Bank Corporation. Norman left Kellogg and joined the firm of Howard and Howard in Kalamazoo, where he continued to work until he retired in 1993. He kept an active retirement, traveling with Doreen and lending his legal expertise in many areas including the Southwest Michigan Land Conservancy. Norman moved to Gull Lake in 1961. He loved the Lake and advocated tirelessly to improve its quality. A strong supporter of education, he was a member of the Gull Lake school board, 1963-1970. He helped launch several improvement projects including a major upgrade to the high school facility. After the death of Doreen, his wife of 49 years, Norman married Sally Hume and continued their shared love of travel. They traveled widely, visiting all of the continents, and made many new friends. They toured Africa shortly before his death and were planning a summer trip to Alaska. In! addition to Sally, Norman is survived by his sisters, Louise Ransom o f Shelburne, VT and Ellen Hamilton of Naples, FL; his sons, Charles L. of Hopkinton, NH, Norman, Jr. of Westford, MA, Alexander of Los Angeles, CA and Barnaby of Silver Spring, MD and their families including seven grandchildren. A memorial service will be held 11:30 AM on Monday, June 23, 2008 at the First Presbyterian Church, 321 West South St. in Kalamazoo. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Kalamazoo Symphony Orchestra, the Southwest Michigan Land Conservancy, or the charity of your choice. The Farley-Estes & Dowdle Richland Chapel (269-629-6022) is in charge of all the arrangements and personal messages to the family may be left at www.farleyestesdowdle.com Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 6/19/2008. (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: ANDRUS Classification: death Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22919/mb.ashx Message Board Post: ANDRUS, Mary M. Age 76 Mary M. Andrus was born in Springfield, OH on November 27, 1931. She went home to be with the Lord on June 13, 2008. Cremation has taken place. Family will receive friends on Thursday, June 19, 2008 from 6-8 PM at PARCHMENT REDMOND Funeral Home 2300 East G. Ave. (269) 349-7735 A second visitation will be held on Friday, June 20, 2008 from 10-11 AM at the Northbridge Church, 8824 Douglas Avenue, where a Memorial Service will immediately follow at 11:00 AM. Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 6/15/2008. (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: philipffej Surnames: Spiker Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22913.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Contact the Kalamazoo Public Library for Stella's obit. Local History 269-553-7808 Use this link for John Spiker's which is on the Kalamazoo Board. http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/8161/mb.ashx 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: DAILEY, SHUMWAY, JACK, WHITE Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22918/mb.ashx Message Board Post: DAILEY, Bert Of Portage, MI Passed away March 5, 2008 at Park Place Living Center. Bert was born June 16, 1918 in South Haven, MI, the son of Bert A. and Jessie (Shumway) Dailey and had lived most of his life in the Portage area. Prior to his retirement, he farmed, served as Casco Township Supervisor and taught in the Kalamazoo Public Schools. Bert was a member of the Lord of Life Lutheran Church, KRPS and MARSP. He was preceded in death by his first wife Mildred in 1959 and by his second wife Dorothy in 2001 and by a son William E. Dailey in 1988. Surviving are a daughter, Jeanette Jack of Mansfield, TX; and two sons, Frank (Elaine) Dailey of Spokane, WA and John (Barbara) Dailey of Parker, CO; and a step-son Donald White of Kalamazoo; 13 grandchildren; several great-grandchildren. Memorial services will be at 11:00 AM on Monday (tomorrow) at Lord of Life Lutheran Church, 9420 Portage Road, with Pastor Joan Herbon officiating. A burial of cremated remains will follow at 3:00 PM at McDowell Cemetery, ! 107th Ave. and 71st St., South Haven. Memorial contributions in memory of Bert may be made to the Lord of Life Lutheran Church, Hospice Care of Southwest Michigan or a charity of your choice. Arrangements by Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Portage Chapel, 411 E. Centre Ave. You may sign the register book and leave a condolence for the family at www.langelands.com. Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 6/15/2008. (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: EATMON, Classification: death Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22917/mb.ashx Message Board Post: EATMON, Major Charles Sr. Of Kalamazoo Peacefully departed this life Thursday, June 12, 2008 at the Rose Arbor Hospice Residence. Family and friends will join to celebrate the life and legacy of Major on Tuesday June 17th, 2008 at 1:00PM with a 12:00 noon family hour from the Mt. Zion Baptist church. Visitation will be held Monday evening from 5:00PM - 8:00PM at the funeral home with a Masonic service conducted by the St. Augustine Lodge # 23 of the Prince Hall Masons. Burial with full military honors will take place in Mt. Ever-Rest Cemetery. Professional and Affordable services entrusted to: WHITLEY MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME 330 North Westnedge Ave. (269) 488-2401 www.whitleymemorial funeralhome.com Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 6/15/2008. (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: RODWELL, CINELLI, LADUCA, REESE, WEIDENBACH Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22916/mb.ashx Message Board Post: RODWELL, Fedelma Anne Cinelli Was born November 6, 1943 to Rose and Victor Cinelli. Passed from this life peacefully on May 9, 2008 after a short and courageous battle with cancer. Lived happily in Las Vegas for the past five years. Preceded in death by her parents and sister Joanne Laduca. Survived by her son Keith Rodwell of Kalamazoo, MI; her daughter Deana Reese and husband Tom; her beloved grandchildren Carter and Gianna of El Paso, TX; and former husband Dean Rodwell of Beijing, China; her brother Victor Cinelli in Deland, FL; brother-in-law Joseph Laduca of Las Vegas, NV; and nieces Roxanne Laduca of Las Vegas, NV, Victoria Weidenbach of Rochester, NY and nephew Michael Laduca of Rochester, NY and five grand nephews and nieces; and cousins. The memorial mass will be held at 9:30 AM, Saturday July 12, 2008 at Holy Cross Church 4492 Lake Avenue, Rochester, NY 14612. Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 6/15/2008. (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: STEINWAND, ROSE, ROBINSON Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22915/mb.ashx Message Board Post: STEINWAND, Clifford Portage Passed away Friday, June 13, 2008. He was born November 17, 1929 in Dickey County, ND and lived in the Kalamazoo area for many years. He was an assistant service manager for De Nooyer Chevrolet for 25 years, served as a volunteer Firefighter for the City of Portage for 25 years and served his country during the Korean Conflict in the US Army. On February 8, 1955 he married Fern Alice Rose, who preceded him in death on December 22, 2002. He was also preceded by two sisters. Clifford is survived by his children, Frances Robinson of Kalamazoo, Glenda Steinwand and Dennis Steinwand of Portage and Delores Steinwand (Bill Storer) of Lawton; five grandchildren; five great grandchildren; a brother; two sisters; and his extended family, Grace Schoonbeck, his fiancée and her children, Ron (Ginger) Schoonbeck and Larry Schoonbeck and their families. Funeral services will be conducted on Wednesday at 11:00 AM in the Calvary Reformed Church, 7829 S. 5th Street with Pastor Mike Drew off! iciating. Interment will follow in Ft. Custer National Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Portage Chapel, 411 E. Centre Ave. on Tuesday from 2-4 and 6-8 PM. Memorial contributions may be directed to the Veterans Memorial. www.langelands.com 343-1508 Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 6/15/2008. (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, SCHRODER, CARLTON, ALLMAN Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22914/mb.ashx Message Board Post: MARTIN, James Edward Died Saturday evening, May 17, 2008. Jim was born July 5, 1947 in Washington D.C., a son of Leonard and Ruth Schroder. He graduated from Vicksburg in 1966 and then served in the Army from 1966 through 1968. He had been a lifelong Kalamazoo area resident and was employed with the James River Corporation for 32 years, retiring in 2000. Following his retirement he was a resident of the Good Samaritan Health and Rehab Center located in Antioch, Tennessee. He is preceded in death by his parents and brother, Robert "Bob" Martin. On April 1, 1989, he was united in marriage to Patricia K Carlton, who survives. Also surviving are three children, Kevin (Jennifer) Allman of Tennessee, Brian (Kerri) Martin of Michigan, Matthew (Tammi) Martin of Tennessee, and five grandchildren. A memorial service will be held at 1:30 PM on Thursday, June 19, 2008 at Fort Custer National Cemetery with full military honors. The family requests your presence at a luncheon immediately following the memori! al service at the Lutheran Church of Our Savior, 3269 East G Avenue, Kalamazoo. Memorials may be directed to the Good Samaritan Health and Rehab Center, 500 Hickory Hollow Terrace, Antioch, Tennessee. Arrangements were made by the Crawford Funeral Home & Cremation Center, 2930 Murfreesboro Pike, Antioch, Tennessee, www.crawfordservices.com. Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 6/15/2008. (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: eswaneee_1 Surnames: Spiker Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22913/mb.ashx Message Board Post: I would like to get the obituaries of the following people who died in Kalamazoo city: John Oliver Spiker, died 1976-4-22 Stella (Fuss) Spiker, died 1993-3-24 Thanks, Eric Swanson 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: KING, KIEL, DUNN, GRIFFITH, LAWSON, DENBY, CREEK Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22912/mb.ashx Message Board Post: KING, Florence M. Of Kalamazoo Died Friday, June 13, 2008 in Ann Arbor. Florence was born October 3, 1928 in Chicago to the late William and Bessie (Kiel) Dunn. She was widowed by Robert Griffith Sr. and Harry King. Florence was an avid reader and among her other interests, she loved to attend plays and going out to eat with friends and family. She specifically had a love for nature, especially for birds and dogs. Florence was a wonderful, loving woman who was always a true friend. Her love was unconditional and she knew how to comfort those in need, at any time. Her selflessness was her greatest attribute. In the hearts of those who loved her, her love will remain forever. Surviving Florence are grandchildren, Lisa (Sherry) Griffith, Michelle (Brad) Lawson, Amy Denby, John (Julie) Creek and Gina Creek; children, Robert J. (Roberta) Griffith and Sally Creek; sister-in-law, Corrine "Corky" Tripp; niece, Suzie Murphy and nephew, Jim Tripp. A Memorial service will be held on Saturday, the 21st, 11:00 AM, at ! Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Memorial Chapel, 622 S. Burdick St., Kalamazoo. Family will greet and visit with friends, one hour prior to the memorial service. Memorial contributions may be sent in Florence's name to the Kalamazoo Humane Society. www.langelands.com 343-1508 Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 6/16/2008. (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: LEET, DAILEY, STRONG, RICH, SEAL, BOERSMA Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22911/mb.ashx Message Board Post: LEET, Frank E. Jr. "Red" Age 82 Shawnee, KS Formerly of KCK Passed away Saturday, June 14, 2008. A Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10 AM, Tuesday, June 17, at Christ the King Catholic Church, 3024 N 53rd St., KCK. Burial will follow in Mount Calvary Cemetery 1150 N. 38th St. Friends may call from 5 -8 PM, Monday at Joseph A Butler and Son Funeral Home, 19th & Minnesota Ave., KCK, where the Rosary will be said at 6:30 PM. The family suggests memorials to Kansas City Hospice House 12000 Wornall Rd, Kansas City, MO, 64145 and the Sisters, Servants of Mary, 800 N. 18th St., Kansas City, KS 66102. Frank was born in Kalamazoo, Michigan on January 13th 1926. The 4th of six children, he enjoyed a vibrant youth, as he and his family overcame the struggles of the Great Depression and World War II. In 1951, he was awarded an all expense paid trip to Korea by the U.S. Government, which included a brief stopover at Ft. Riley Kansas. While in Kansas he met the love of his life, Joanne Dailey. After returning from Korea, he moved to Kansas Cit! y, Kansas and married Joanne on November 28th, 1953. In 1957, Frank joined the Kansas City, Kansas Fire Department where he served 22 years, 15 as a Captain, before retiring in 1979. In 1981, he went to work for the Kansas City, Kansas School District before retiring for good in 1990. He was a longtime member of the American Legion, a lifetime Democrat, and a good friend to many. His door was always open, he never came empty-handed, and his gifts of homemade tomato wine and his famous ham and beans earned him the nick name "Mr. Nice Guy". Frank was preceded in death by his wife, Joanne, daughters, Susie and Cheryl, parents, Frank and Frances Leet, brothers, Robert and Max Leet, and sister, Mary Ann Strong. He is survived by son David Leet and wife, Laurie, daughter Terri Rich and husband, Tom, daughter, Mary Kay Seal, son Frank J. Leet and wife, Teri, sister, Elaine Boersma, brother, Don Leet, nine grandchildren Amber, Courtney, Devin, Claire, Nick, Emily, Christopher, Jaco! b, and Kendra, and two great-grandchildren Addison and Connor. (Arr.: Joseph A Butler and Son, 913-371-7000) Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 6/15/2008. (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: GODFREY, ODALOVICH Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22910/mb.ashx Message Board Post: GODFREY, Anne E. Anne E. Godfrey of Kalamazoo passed away Friday, June 13 at Upjohn Community Care Center. Anne was born November 12, 1919 in Kalamazoo. She was the daughter of Clarke and Lois Godfrey. Miss Godfrey graduated from Kalamazoo College, Vanderbilt University School of Nursing and received her doctorate from the University of Chicago. She practiced, taught and administered nursing of children her entire professional life. Her first position in 1942 was as a staff nurse at Vanderbilt University Hospital. She retired in 1982 as Associate Professor of Nursing of Children at Case Western Reserve University and Director of Nursing of Children at University Hospital of Cleveland. Anne was presented The Distinguished Alumni Award by Vanderbilt University. She was preceded in death by her parents, Clarke and Lois Godfrey, her brother Robert Godfrey and her sister Jeane Godfrey, all of Kalamazoo. She is survived by a nephew Brooks Godfrey (Mary) of Kalamazoo, a nephew Clarke Godfrey (Kath! erine) of Denver, Colorado, a niece Lane Odalovich (David) of Davison, Michigan and five great nephews and nieces. Cremation has taken place. There will be no visitation. A memorial service will be announced at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to Kalamazoo College or Heritage Community of Kalamazoo. The family would like to thank the staff of Heritage Community for their loving care of Anne. Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 6/15/2008. (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: MCWHORTER, BUNCH, HOLMES, GERTS Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22909/mb.ashx Message Board Post: McWHORTER, Walter J. Walter J. McWhorter died June 15, 2008 at Bronson Methodist Hospital. Born October 4, 1913 in Nashville, Tennessee, the son of Charles and Jessie (Bunch) McWhorter. Came to Kalamazoo in the early 1930's to work at the Kalamazoo Stove Co., subsequently worked at the Home Furnishing Co., Ingersoll's, Large Furniture Co. and for over 30 years, at Vermeulen Furniture Co., retiring in 1978. Married Ruth Holmes McWhorter in 1936, who predeceased him in December 1999. They have two children, Robert McWhorter and Kathyrn (McWhorter) Gerts; six grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. He has one living sibling, Charles McWhorter, who resides in Florida. A member of the First Congregational Church for nearly 30 years. In 1978, moved to Wellington, Florida, returning to Michigan in 1997. In 1960, he helped to start Phi Sigma Kappa at Western Michigan University and functioned as its advisor, counselor and benefactor until 1971. His friends and family will gather at Mount Ever-Rest Ch! apel, 3941 S. Westnedge, where a service will be held at 2 PM on Wednesday, June 18, 2008 with interment to follow. The family asks that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to the Alzheimer's Association. Arrangements by the Langeland Family Funeral Homes, 269-343-1508. Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 6/17/2008. (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: HOSBEIN, JUSTICE, MILLER, BROWN Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22908/mb.ashx Message Board Post: HOSBEIN, Mrs. Jill Marie Of Portage, MI Jill Marie Hosbein, born February 4, 1962, left us June 13, 2008 to dance with the angels after a courageous battle with lung cancer. Jill will be remembered most for her laugh, love of people, her boas and tiaras and her volunteerism. Jill spent a life dedicating her time and heart to others. As a teen in the 1970s, she was the first chairperson and eventually president of the PCOC Youth Advisory Board and member of its Board of Directors and also volunteered to answer crisis lines at Gryphon Place and the YWCA Domestic Assault Program. Over her 30-year working career, Jill worked at the American Cancer Society, the YWCA Domestic Abuse Shelter, Biggs Gilmore Advertising, Industrial Equipment News, and most recently Girl Scouts of Glowing Embers Council (GSGEC). At GSGEC Jill, known as "Lightbulb", wore many hats. During her employment there, she ran the council store, directed Wonder Woode Day Camp, was a district program director, and ran the Summer Fun camp and Cookie ! Clue as well as many other programs. With Girl Scouts, Jill was heavily involved with the American Heart Association "Go Red" Program, EMS Camp 911, different animal rescue shelters, the Walk for the Homeless, Peace Jam, ACS Relay for Life and many more. Due to her exemplary service, Jill was nominated four years for the Star Award. She was also the beloved leader of two Girl Scout troops from Portage Central (386 and 368) where she dove in head first as much more than just a role leader and more of a second mom for her Girl Scouts. Jill is survived by her husband, Henry; her daughter, Miranda; parents, Leroy and Marilynn Justice; grandmother, Olive Miller; brother, James (LuAnne) Justice; brother, Matthew (Krista) Justice; sister, Jackie (Scott) Brown; nieces, Samantha, Madelyn, Molly, Emily and Olive; nephews, Trevor and Jeffrey; aunts, uncles, cousins and many adoring fans. A memorial service, followed by a luncheon, will be held at Portage First United Methodist Churc! h at 8740 S. Westnedge Ave. on June 19, 2008 at 11 AM. Friends may mee t the family one hour prior to the service at the church. Jill requested that guests please wear brightly-colored clothing to celebrate her passage to a new life. Private burial will take place at a later date. Memorials may be directed to Camp Merrie Woode Girl Scout Camp. Arrangements were made by the Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Portage Chapel, 411 E. Centre Ave. www.langelands.com 269-343-150 Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 6/17/2008. (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: CARTER, HAMILTON, LEBRON, BALLI, SCRUGGS, TAYLOR, GIBSON, RUE Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22907/mb.ashx Message Board Post: CARTER, George, Jr. (Tony) The eldest son of George, Sr. and Flossie Carter, formerly of Saginaw, MI, departed from this life and into glory with his Heavenly Father on June 10, 2008. Tony was born November 9, 1953 in Meridian, MS. He received Christ as his personal Savior and was baptized at First Union Baptist Church in Meridian, MS. Tony graduated from Saginaw High School in 1971. He was a National Merit Scholar, voted "Most Valuable Player" of the football team and was honored in Who's Who in American High Schools 1970-1971. In 1971, he entered Western Michigan University in Kalamazoo, MI. He became a member of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc., Gamma Beta Chapter in 1972 as well as one of the original Founders of the Saginaw Alumni Chapter, Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. on December 3, 1972. Tony was an employee of Summit Polymers Valley in Kalamazoo, MI. Tony is survived by his wife, Darlene and loving siblings, Veronica Carter Hamilton of Saginaw, MI, Reginald (Gladys) Carter of Lansing, MI, S! tanwyn Jay (Dorothea) Carter of Houston, TX and Lisa R. Carter of Lansing, MI. He was the adored father of Jacqueline Lebron of Holland, MI, Louis Balli of Flint, MI, Danielle Carter, Daniel and Christina Carter and Nicole Carter of Kalamazoo, MI. Tony was also the step-father of John Davis (J.D.) Scruggs of San Diego, CA. He is also survived by nine beautiful grandchildren, Ashley, DeAna, Dominic Lebron of Holland, MI, Amarii and Lawrence Taylor III of Kalamazoo, MI; Aaliyah, Tamia, Loumia, and Louis Balli, Jr. of Flint, MI. Tony had one great-grandson, Gavin Gibson of Holland, MI. Tony is also survived by mentor and uncle, John Boyd Carter of New Haven, Ct.; cherished aunt, Dorothy Jean Rue of Detroit, MI and beloved brother-in-law, Sullivan Hamilton of Lansing, MI; as well as a host of dear nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. A memorial service will be held on Thursday, June 19, 2008 at 11 AM at the REDMOND Funeral Home 4100 S. Westnedge -343-6156 Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 6/17/2008. (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: philipffej Surnames: Wheeler Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/15026.3.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: This is John M. Wheeler buried in Riverside Cemetery, Charleston Twp. / Galesburg Mi.. http://www.rootsweb.ancestry.com/~mikccem/transcriptionpages/charleston-riverside.htm Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: schoony156 Surnames: Barnebee Classification: lookup Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22906/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Family members seeking the Death Record of Laura C. Barnebee who was born in 1895 and passed away in 1929 in Kalamazoo, Kalamazoo County, Michigan. Buried in Riverside Cemetery, Kalamazoo, Michigan. Since she was 34 years of age at time of death, she is believed to be the wife of a Barnebee. The spelling of the surname Barnebee is consistent with and unique to southern Michigan descendents of this family. Bob Schoonover, Email: schoony@comcast.net Cemetery: Riverside, City Of Kalamazoo Name: Laura C. Barnebee Date Of Photograph: June 16, 2008 Photo can be seen at: http://www.usgwarchives.org/mi/kalamazoo/photos/tombstones/riverside/barnebee147479gph.jpg Image file size: 137.9 Kb Laura C. Barnebee 1895 - 1929 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.