This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: WHL44 Surnames: JUDYCKI, WALENGA, ZAJDA, GERRISH, KAMINSKI, WROBEL, PAWULA Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22741/mb.ashx Message Board Post: JUDYCKI, Chester Stanley Of Portage Mr. Judycki passed away early Friday morning, May 2, 2008 at Borgess Medical Center. He was born October 26, 1918 in Argo, Illinois, to Adolf and Helen (Walenga) Judycki. The Judycki family moved to Lublin, Wisconsin where Chester grew up. In 1942, he joined the Merchant Marines and traveled all over the Mediterranean and South America. He was a cook and had many stories of his adventures on the ships during World War II. He was extremely proud of his time in the service of his country. He then returned to Wisconsin and on November 22, 1947 married Milena Zajda and they ran a small grocery store in Lublin. They had two daughters and in the 50's moved to South Haven, Michigan and later Bridgman. He retired from Bendix Corporation in 1970 as a layout inspector. He and Milena then took their camper on the road and traveled the entire 49 contiguous states and later traveled to Alaska. Chester enjoyed fishing, gardening and woodworking. He was a commercial fisherman on Lake Mich! igan and avid sports fisherman. In 2002, Chester and Milena moved to Portage, Michigan where he spent many days fishing on West Lake, growing his garden and building birdhouses. He was a long time member of the American Legion in Bridgman and later Portage. Chester is survived by his wife of 60 years, Milena; two daughters, Joann (Leslie) Gerrish of Mattawan and Linda Kaminski of Portage; one grandson, Thomas Gerrish of Royal Oak, Michigan and one sister, Harriet (Richard) Wrobel of Withee, Wisconsin. He was preceded in death by one sister, Eugena Pawula and two brothers, Edward Judycki and Edwin Judycki. Cremation has taken place and there will be no visitation. Private family services will be held at a later date. As an expression of sympathy, memorial contributions may be directed to Portage American Legion or American Heart Association. Arrangements by Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Westside Chapel, 3926 S. 9th St. 269-343-1508 www.langelands.com Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 5/4/2008. (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: DENEAU, GILES, GREEN, PIERCE, PARKER, KOB, MASSEY Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22740/mb.ashx Message Board Post: DeNEAU, Richard H. "Rick" Of Social Circle, GA Formerly of Kalamazoo Rick died unexpectedly Monday morning, April 21, 2008. He was born June 12, 1953 in Kalamazoo to the son of the late Harry and Janice DeNeau. Rick attended Kalamazoo Central High school and then later KVCC. He was employed by Aero-Motive for eight years prior to moving to Georgia where he then was employed at Georgia Tool & Die Inc. for 23 plus years. Rick was of the Baptist faith, enjoyed playing guitar with his grandson, working in the yard and playing games. Mr. DeNeau dearly loved his family and will be missed by all. Survivors include his wife, Edie DeNeau of Social Circle, GA; daughters Ann (Andy) Giles of Social Cirlce, GA, Kimberly (Wayne) Green of Conyers, GA, and Melissa (David) Pierce of Mendon, MI; grandchildren Gary, A.J., Deanna, Cole, Sydnee, and Wyatt; sisters Bonnie (Jim) Parker of Portage, MI, Elaine Kob, and Charlene (Rick) Massey of Kalamazoo, MI; several nieces and nephews. A memorial service for Mr. DeNeau was held on April 24 at the Chapel of Caldwell! & Cowan in Covington, GA. Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 5/4/2008. (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: DAVIS, ZULL, JOHNSON Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22739/mb.ashx Message Board Post: DAVIS, Roy Martin Age 87 Formerly of Kalamazoo Passed away on Saturday, April 19, 2008 at The Fort Custer VA Medical Center in Battle Creek. He served his country during W.W. II in the U.S. Navy on the Nashville. Roy loved to fish, loved nature, was a devoted husband and father, and a member of the Sparta Baptist Church. He was employed and retired from Muskegon Piston Ring in Sparta. He was preceded in death by his wife, Corinne; brother, Willis Davis. He is survived by his son, Lee and Kay Davis; daughter, Cindy and Rev. Peter Zull; seven grandchildren; four great -grandchildren; sister, Mary Johnson; several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, May 8, 3:00 PM at the Hessel-Cheslek Funeral Home in Sparta with his grandson, Rev. Isaac Zull officiating. As Roy had wished, cremation has taken place and inurnment of his cremains will be in Greenwood Cemetery in Sparta. Friends may meet the family at the funeral home on Thursday from 1 until time of service. Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 5/4/2008. (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: STANDISH, EARLE, HART, TABBIA Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22738/mb.ashx Message Board Post: STANDISH, Richard "Dick" Of Kalamazoo Died Friday, May 2, 2008 at Borgess Hospital in Kalamazoo. Dick was born December 25, 1943 in Kalamazoo to Arthur O. and Maxine (Earle) Standish. He was united in marriage to Denise Hart on June 12, 1976 in Kalamazoo, who survives him. Dick honorably served in the U.S. Navy until his retirement in August of 1991. Among his rewards and citations are, Vietnam Service Medal, Republic of Vietnam Meritorious Unit Commendation Gallantry Cross and Vietnam Meritorious Unit Commendation Civil Actions. He was a life member of Veterans of Foreign War. Surviving Dick are his wife, Denise; children, Richard A. Standish Jr., of Vicksburg, James (Jenny Bailey) Standish of Kalamazoo, Julie (Justin Frost) Standish of Kalamazoo and Adam Standish of Kalamazoo; grandchildren, Dakota, Riley and Hayden; mother, Maxine; brothers, Terry Standish, David (Sandy) Standish and Brian Standish; and many nieces and nephews. Preceding him in death were his father, Arthur; step-father, Charles P. Tabbia. V! isitation will be Wednesday, May 7th from 4-7:00 PM at the Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Memorial Chapel, 622 S. Burdick St., Kalamazoo . A graveside service will be held on Tuesday, May 13th, 11:00 AM at Ft. Custer National Cemetery, Augusta, MI. Arrival time at Ft. Custer must be between 10:45 - 11:00 AM with all attendees lining up in the Cortege area. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that memorial contributions be directed to the Battle Creek Veterans Hospital. www.langelands.com 343-1508 Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 5/5/2008. (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: LEIGHTY Classification: death Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22737/mb.ashx Message Board Post: LEIGHTY, Jeffery Of Kalamazoo Peacefully departed this life Saturday May 3, 2008 at Heartland Nursing Home. Complete arrangements to be announced by the: WHITLEY MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, INC. 330 North Westnedge Ave. 269-488-2401 www.whitleymemorial funeralhome.com Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 5/5/2008. (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: HAIDUK, GRUMERETZ, SCHREUDER, CASSELL, DECKER, LOPEZ, DOVE, KLINE, NELSON Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22736/mb.ashx Message Board Post: HAIDUK, Anthony Of Portage Passed away Friday, May 2, 2008. He was born January 26, 1944 in Kalamazoo, the son of Stephen and Sophie (Grumeretz) Haiduk and had been a lifelong resident of the Kalamazoo/Battle Creek area. Tony served in the United States Navy as a boiler technician for 20 years. He then worked for Rock Tenn Co. as a boiler operator for 27 years, until his health failed. He was a member of St. Monica Catholic Church, the American Legion and the Fleet Reserve Association. On April 16, 1966, he married the former Carol Schreuder, who survives. Also surviving are their children, Tony, Jr. (Lydia) Haiduk of Augusta, Tammie (Chris) Cassell of Hubert, NC, Laura (Doug) Decker of Sturgis, Cheri (Ted) Lopez of Adrian and Joe Haiduk of Portage; their grandchildren, Elam, Zach and Rachel Haiduk, Cameryn, Tyler and Morgan Cassell, Adam and Reece Decker, and Austin and Branden Lopez; his mother, Sophie Haiduk of Battle Creek; sisters, Mary Dove of Kalamazoo, Fran Kline and Diane (Mike) Nelson of Ba! ttle Creek; brothers, Tom Haiduk of Conover, WI, Bob and Steve Haiduk of Battle Creek; many nieces and nephews. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:00 AM Wednesday in St. Monica Catholic Church, 580 Kilgore Rd., with Rev. Fr. Larry Farrell officiating. Interment will take place in Ft. Custer National Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Memorial Chapel, 622 S. Burdick St. on Tuesday from 2-4 and 6-8 PM., where a Rosary Service will be held at 7:00 PM. Memorial contributions may be directed to the West Michigan Cancer Center or Hospice Care of Southwest Michigan. www.langelands.com 343-1508 Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 5/5/2008. (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: YZENBAARD, VISSER, VANDERVOS, BACK, KOBES, MILLER, LYNCH, THUENE, ICKLER, DYK, KAMERMAN Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22735/mb.ashx Message Board Post: YZENBAARD, Mrs. Trynea Of Kalamazoo Trynea died peacefully Saturday, May 3, 2008 at Rose Arbor Hospice Residence in Kalamazoo, MI. She was born on July 8, 1919 in the Netherlands, to Rijk and Cornelia (Visser) Vander Vos. Trynea lived in Montana for nine years before moving to Kalamazoo in 1937. She was married to Marinus Yzenbaard on Nov. 28, 1946. Trynea was a member of the Grace Christian Reformed Church and active with the Dorcus Society. She was preceded in death by Marinus in 1990; a grandson, Eric Yzenbaard and a son-in-law, Ken Back. Trynea is survived by four children, Karen (Dr. Ken) Kobes of Battle Creek, Linda (Fred) Miller of Kalamazoo, Norma Back of Sheboygan, WI and Dr. Rich (Jan) Yzenbaard of Ramah, NM; six grandchildren, Marcus (Cherie) Lynch, Dr. Michelle Lynch, Julie (Dave) Thuene, Jana Back, Jon Back and Joshua Yzenbaard; two great-grandsons, Noah and Jonah Lynch; three sisters, Maria Ickler, Hattie Dyk and Coba Kamerman; two brothers, Herman and Henry Vander Vos; and many nieces and nephe! ws. Visitation will be held Wednesday from 2-4 PM & 6-8 PM at the Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Memorial Chapel, 622 S. Burdick St. A service to remember and celebrate Trynea's life will be held 11 AM Thursday at Grace Christian Reformed Church, 1724 Whites Rd., with the Rev. Dr. Harry Arnold, officiating. Private interment in Mount Ever-Rest Cemetery North will follow services. Memorials should be directed to the Kalamazoo Gospel Mission, Park Village Pines or Hospice Care of Southwest Michigan. 269-343-1508 www.langelands.com Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 5/6/2008. (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: SHIPMAN, WOODRUFF, BEAR, HOTOP, ANGLIN, HALSALL Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22734/mb.ashx Message Board Post: SHIPMAN, Beth Woodruff Passed away March 19, 2008 in Palm Springs, CA surrounded by her children, Jim, Lynn and Bob. Beth was born on September 13, 1914 in Benton Harbor, MI. On October 10, 1936, she married Edmond Woodruff, who died September 11, 1981. On August 21, 1983, she married childhood friend, Ernest Shipman, DDS, who died September 25, 1996. Beth was a resident of both Kalamazoo and Palm Springs, CA, her winter home for the past 35 years. She was actively involved in both communities serving on boards and committees. A common cause of the organizations revolved around the well being of children. Beloved by family and friends she was the spirit and strong thread that generated strength to the family fabric intertwining family history, friendships and values. Beth is survived by her three children, Robert Woodruff, Lynn Woodruff Bear, James Woodruff (Margaret); eight grandchildren, Andrew Woodruff, Peter Woodruff (Amanda), John Hotop, Emily Hotop Anglin (Phil), Mark Hotop, Jennifer Linna H! alsall (Greg), Nancy Bear, David Woodruff; three great-grandchildren, Ian Woodruff, Grace Anglin, Rocco Anglin and many nieces and nephews. A memorial service and internment will be May 8, 2008 at the St. Luke's Episcopal Church Chapel at 11 AM. Those wishing to honor Beth's memory are invited to contribute to The Edmond B Woodruff and Beth Woodruff Shipman Memorial Scholarship Foundation at The Kalamazoo Community Foundation, 151 S. Rose St. Ste. 332, Kalamazoo, MI, 49007-4775, St. Luke's Episcopal Church, Kalamazoo or a charity of ones choice. Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 5/6/2008. (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: PECKELS, OLSON, HERSON, MORRISSEY Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22733/mb.ashx Message Board Post: PECKELS, Mrs. Diana R. Of Kalamazoo Passed away Saturday evening, May 3, 2008 at her home on Long Lake with family and friends by her side. Diana was born May 4, 1933 in Flint, Michigan. She was the daughter of Raymond and Gayle Olson. She had been a Kalamazoo area resident most of her life and was a member of the V.F.W. Ladies Auxiliary. She was preceded in death by her parents and her loving husband of 48 years, Donald J. Peckels on September 25, 2005. She is survived by three children, Susan (Mark) Herson of Kalamazoo, Joe (Christine) Peckels of Portage and Julie (Matt) Morrissey of Kalamazoo; her grandchildren, Chad, Jeff, Adam, Kelsey, Nikki and Jami, whom she absolutely adored; and her very dear friend, Jean Fogleson along with Jean's family. Diana was a stay-at-home mom who loved being there for her children and the neighborhood kids when they got off the bus from school. Her passions were ALL people, music, Meijer and their place in Baldwin where she spent six months a year for many, many years. Mom/Di! ana you will be in our hearts and our thoughts "all the time". A very special thank you to Julie C., Sharon H., Anne V. and Autumn M. In accordance with her wishes, cremation has taken place and no formal services will be held. The family will receive friends at Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Portage Chapel, 411 E. Centre Ave. on Thursday from 2-4 and 6-8 PM. Memorials may be directed to West Michigan Cancer Center. 269-343-1508. www.langelands.com. Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 5/6/2008. (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: MACK Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22732/mb.ashx Message Board Post: MACK, Richard F. Passed away Friday, May 2, 2008 at the Grand Rapids Home for Veterans. He was born in Kalamazoo, MI on July 13, 1932, the son of Clyde and Lucille Mack. He is survived by two sisters and one brother and was preceded in death by three brothers. Richard was proud to serve in the Korean War, but his greatest accomplishment was his 25 years of sobriety. He wished to thank all who helped in this endeavor. A visitation with family will be held at the Grand Rapids Home for Veterans, 3000 Monroe Ave., Grand Rapids, MI on Wednesday, May 7, 2008 from 1 PM until 2 PM with burial taking place at the Veterans Cemetery at a later date. Please direct any donations to the Veterans Affairs or AA affiliation of your choice. Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 5/6/2008. (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: EVARD, RICKETSON, EASTON, HODGES Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22731/mb.ashx Message Board Post: EVARD, Mr. Donald J. Of Cooper Twp. Passed away at home. Don was born in Branch Co. on Feb. 10, 1936, the son of William and Flossie (Ricketson) Evard. He ran his own farm. He is survived by his wife, Mae (Easton), whom he married Aug. 17, 1953; a daughter and son-in-law, Linda & Ken Hodges, Sr. of Kalamazoo; six grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; several nieces & nephews. Friends will be received at the chapel in Mt. Ever-Rest on Wed., May 7, 2008 for an 11 AM service. Memorials may be made to the American Lung Association. Arrangements by the PARCHMENT-REDMOND Funeral Home 2300 East G Ave- 349-7735 Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 5/6/2008. (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: EVANS, STONE, DYKSTERHOUSE, JOHNSON, ARRA Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22730/mb.ashx Message Board Post: EVANS, James R. Sr. Of Kalamazoo Died Thursday, May 1, 2008 at Bronson Hospital in Kalamazoo. James was born May 30, 1921 in Muncie, IN., to the late Walter E. and Rosa L. (Stone) Evans. James was united in marriage to Frances Dyksterhouse on January 19, 1943 in Kalamazoo. James served in the U.S. Army Air Corps, during WWII in the South Pacific from 1942 until honorably discharged in 1945. He was a member of Second Reformed Church in Kalamazoo. He was employed as a U.S. Postal Carrier for 27 years until his retirement. A musician, he was a member of the Kalamazoo Male Chorus for 65 years and a bass player in the Harmonichords, where they entertained many nursing homes and churches. Surviving James Sr. is his wife of 65 years, Frances; children, James R. Jr. (Lauri) Evans of Liverpool, NY and David (Beverly) Evans of Charlotte, NC; 6 grandchildren, Katie Evans, Carrie Johnson, Brian Arra, David Arra, Paul Evans and Mark Evans; 9 great grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. Preceding him in death were ! a son, Robert Evans; brothers, Charles (Vivian) Evans, John (Harriet) Evans, William (Barbara) Evans and George (Muriel) Evans. Visitation will be Monday, May 5th from 2-4:00 and 6-8:00PM at the Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Memorial Chapel, 622 S. Burdick St., Kalamazoo. A Memorial service will be held on Tuesday, May 6th, 1:00PM at Second Reformed Church, 2323 Stadium Dr., Kalamazoo, Rev. Ralph Robrahn, officiating. A private burial will take place at Mt. Ever-Rest Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be directed to Second Reformed Church, to the choir or to a charity of one's choice. www.langelands.com 343-1508 Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 5/6/2008. (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: ALM, HAAN, MODDERMAN, PETERSEN, RAYMER, WHITE, WILSON, EICHHORN, FANTROY, VANDYKEN, DOEDERLEIN Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22729/mb.ashx Message Board Post: ALM, Freda Age 93 Of Augusta, MI Died on Friday afternoon, May 2, 2008 at the Driftwood Foster Care Home, Battle Creek, following a brief illness. Freda was born on April 14, 1915 in Kalamazoo, MI and was the daughter of Helmer and Cinny (Haan) Modderman. She attended Kalamazoo Christian School and the Kalamazoo Business College. Freda had been employed by the Kalamazoo Stove Company, Veteran's Hospital, Fort Custer State Home and retired as a case worker for the State of Michigan-Welfare Department in 1976. She was a member of the Fort Custer V.F.W. (Augusta) Post # 7956 - Ladies Auxiliary. Freda enjoyed bowling and playing a round of golf, but her best of times, were spent with her friends going out to dinner. Freda will be missed by her daughters, Gail F. (Peter) Petersen of Galesburg, MI and Patricia R. Raymer of Helena, MT; her four grandchildren, Abigail White, Beth (Rob) Wilson, Nicki (Gary) Eichhorn and Lance (Melanie) Raymer; four great-grandchildren, Elliott and Davy Wilson, Mandy (John Lee) Fantr! oy and Nathan Eichhorn; a great-great- grandson, Nira Lee Fantroy; her brother, Richard (Carol) Modderman of Kalamazoo and a nephew, Peter (Suzanne) VanDyken of California. Freda was preceded in death by her parents; her husbands, F. Richard Wilson and Gerald Alm; her granddaughter, Shauna Raymer; her son-in-law, David Raymer and by three sisters, Ann Doederlein, Effie VanDyken and Wilma Modderman. The family would like to thank Mardie Wilson for her extra attention and care, above and beyond the call of duty, over the years. Also, Alberta Smith of Driftwood Estates, for her very special care and time given because you made Mom's last days more pleasant, healthy and safe. At the request of the family, friends may call on Thursday, May 8th from 6 PM to 8 PM at the Farley-Estes & Dowdle Augusta Chapel, 307 N. Webster Street The memorial service to celebrate Freda's life will be held on Friday, May 9th at 11 AM at the Augusta Chapel with the Rev. Ericka L. Parkinson, Associate Pastor of the First Presbyterian Church of Richland, officiating. Final interment will follow in Augusta Cemetery. Memorial contributions in Freda's honor may be made to the Fort Custer V.F.W. Post # 7956, 13540 West M-96, Augusta, MI, 49012. A personal message to the family may be placed at www.farleyestesdowdle.com Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 5/6/2008. (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: WYLAN, SEFTON Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22728/mb.ashx Message Board Post: WYLAN, Bert Of Kalamazoo Died Wednesday, April 30, 2008 at Bronson Hospital in Kalamazoo. Bert was born in New York City on July 3, 1912, the son of the late William and Sarah Wylan. He attended James Madison High School in Brooklyn, New York, as well as Long Island University. With the hard times of the Depression, Bert put his higher education on hold to work and help his father with his business. He became a clothing designer and patternmaker, a career he would continue throughout his life.After Pearl Harbor, his country called him to service and Bert answered - serving two terms in the Army, where he completed Officer's Candidate School and served in Italy and Africa before being discharged as a First Lieutenant, Medical Service Corps. In 1948, he met his wife, Madelyn, whom he married in June of that year. They were married for almost 56 years before Madelyn passed away in May of 2004. Shortly after their marriage, Bert and Madelyn lived in Staten Island and Philadelphia, before they moved fro! m the east coast to Kalamazoo where Bert was employed as a clothing designer and patternmaker for Jolly Kids Togs of Kalamazoo, a manufacturer of children's clothing. Bert was a loving and devoted husband and father, as their family grew to include their son Roger and daughter Barbara. In 1989, he was blessed with a grandson, Graham Wylan Sefton of Novi, Michigan. Bert was a man of many passions. He was far ahead of his time regarding the importance and means of living a healthy, physically active life. He played tennis, took walks, ice-skated, rode an exercise bike and lifted weights well into his 80s. In his later years, he was surely one of the oldest students enrolled in physical education classes at Western Michigan University. Many former residents of the Eastside have fond memories of ice-skating on the rink Bert made for many years in the front yard of his home. He was a member of the Kalamazoo Figure Skating Club and an accomplished speed skater - competing at the ! local level. He also loved music, especially the opera of Puccini. One of his fondest memories was in sharing a performance of Puccini's LaBoheme with Madelyn at the Metropolitan Opera House in New York City in 1948. Bert enjoyed and told stories of his early days in New York City, with favorite destinations being the Automat, Coney Island, Manhattan Beach, and the Hotel McAlpin, where he met his wife Madelyn at a dance. Bert was an accomplished photographer, with his own darkroom. He was especially proud of a photograph he took of the Mr. and Mrs. Santa Claus from the Gilmore Brothers department store, where the picture hung for many years as a tribute to the couple. He also captured the life of his family in a treasured collection of black and white photographs that he leaves behind. None of Bert's passions was greater than his love of tennis. He played the game well into his 80's and was still practicing his serve in his back yard this spring. He regularly attended the Boy's National Tennis Tournament held at Stowe Stadium. He met many of t! he players and their families, and often gave gifts of photographs he had taken while they competed. Bert volunteered for several years at the West Michigan Cancer Center. Bert and Madelyn were civically minded citizens, often attending township or school board meetings or supporting candidates for local office. His parents, his brother, Milt and his beloved wife, Madelyn preceded him in death. He is survived by his brother, Donald (Lucille) of St. Louis, Missouri; his children, Roger Wylan, of Kalamazoo and Barbara Wylan Sefton of Novi, Michigan, as well as his grandson Graham Wylan Sefton, also of Novi. Bert was a loving father and grandfather until the end of his life. He never complained and he never quit. He always said, "If you don't give up, anything is possible". He was grateful for the simple things in life, and humble. He will be greatly missed by those he left behind. Bert was laid to rest on Friday, May 2, 2008 at Ft. Custer National Cemetery in Augusta, Michiga! n, where he received full military funeral honors. Friends and loved o nes will gather for a memorial in the near future. Memorial contributions may be made to the West Michigan Cancer Center, Kalamazoo, Michigan. Arrangements by the Langeland Family Funeral Home, 269-343-1508 www.langelands.com Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 5/7/2008. (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: NOBLE, CARR, ARCHY, BROOKENS, COLEMAN, GOUX, MULLIN, JAMISON, ROWLEY Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22727/mb.ashx Message Board Post: NOBLE, Shirley Of Kalamazoo Shirley Noble, was born September 10, 1925 in Chicago IL, passed away on May 3, 2008. She was preceded in death by her parents, David Noble and Vesta Carr- Noble; her son, Jerome Noble; brother, Leonard Carr; sisters, Edna Archy, Jean Brookens and Mary Coleman. She leaves to cherish her memories her sisters, Lillian Noble, Delores Goux, Patricia Mullin, Vesta Jamison and two brother-in- laws, Edwin Brookens, Sherwood Mullin; two grand-daughters, Jennifer Noble and Janice Noble-Rowley; several grandchildren; a host of nieces, nephews; and her special friend, Johnnie Mae Gilmore. There will be no visitation or services. Arrangements by Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Memorial Chapel, 622 S. Burdick. 343-1508. Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 5/7/2008. (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: LYON Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22726/mb.ashx Message Board Post: LYON, Robert Of Kalamazoo Passed away Friday, May 2, 2008. He was born July 22, 1964 in Kalamazoo, a son of Robert and Florence Lyon and had lived in Kalamazoo for several years. Bob had served in the Unites States Army for 20 years and was an enrollment counselor for the University of Phoenix. He is survived by his son, Jason Lyon of Kalamazoo; a daughter, Brandy Lyon of Paw Paw; three sisters and two brothers. Following interment at Ft. Custer National Cemetery, a memorial service will be conducted at 1 PM Friday at the Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Westside Chapel, 3926 S. 9th St., with Rev. Tindale Alexander, officiating. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Thursday from 2-4 and 6-8 PM. www.langelands.com 269-343-1508 Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 5/7/2008. (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: EAGER, MEINTS Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22725/mb.ashx Message Board Post: EAGER, John R. Of Kalamazoo Passed away Tuesday, May 6, 2008. He was born December 15, 1928 in Comstock, the son of Lewis H. and Anna M. Eager and was a lifelong resident of Comstock. He was an owner-operator of a Pepperidge Farms franchise for 27 years and had served his country in the United States Navy in the Airship Squadron from 1948 to 1952. John loved his family and was an avid lover of sports, especially golf and bowling. He is survived by his loving wife of 57 years, Jane Eager; their two sons, Kip (Pat) Eager of Augusta and Kris (Claire) Eager of Richland; four grandchildren, Kyle, Kurt, Devan and Dana; a sister, Shirley Meints of Grand Haven; nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Jack Eager. In accordance with his wishes, cremation has taken place and a memorial service for his family and their close friends, will be conducted on Friday at 11 AM at the Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Comstock Chapel, 6121 King Highway with Rev. James Dyke, officiating. No! visitation is being planned and a private interment will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to the Kalamazoo Humane Society or the charity of one's choice. www.langelands.com 269-343-1508 Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 5/7/2008. (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: CURLEY, MCGURN, MORABITO, BUTLER Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22724/mb.ashx Message Board Post: CURLEY, Mr. William J. Age 75 Of Kalamazoo Twp. Died May 4, 2008. Bill was born on Sept. 11, 1936 in Coopersville, MI, the son of Stanley and Irene (McGurn) Curley. He was a veteran of the Korean War having served in the U.S. Navy. United Parcel Service employed him for 20 years. He was a member of the Moose, Eagles, American Legion, American Vets and V.F.W. Post #927. His wife, Catherine Ann, preceded Bill in death in March 2005. Bill is survived by five children and their families, Ron, Barbara, Austin &Liberty Curley of Schoolcraft, Carol, Kevin, Brian & Lisa Curley of Zeeland, Randy, Sharon, Heather & Vincent Curley of Virginia Beach, VA, Mary Ellen, Dan Ricco & Danni Morabito of Kalamazoo, Tammy, Steve Kyle & Kasey Butler of Lake Odessa, MI; brothers, Robert & Elaine Curley of Cheboygan, MI and Donald Patrick Curley of Kalamazoo; several nieces & nephews. Friends will be received today from 5-8 PM at the PARCHMENT-REDMOND Funeral Home 2300 E. G Ave - 349-7735 and Thursday from noon until service time at 1 PM. Cremation will follow. Burial of cremains will be buried Friday, May 9, 2008 at 1 PM at Ft. Custer National Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Borgess VNA Hospice or St. Jude's Children's Hospital. Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 5/7/2008. (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: BRADY, WHITACKER, ASSELIN Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22723/mb.ashx Message Board Post: BRADY, John Elbert Age 79 Of Floral City, FL Died Sunday, February 24, 2008 at the Hospice Care Unit at Citrus Memorial Hospital in Inverness. He was born July 5, 1928 in Russellville, KY, to Henry and Lula (Whitacker) Brady. He moved to Vicksburg, MI in 1970. Mr. Brady retired from welder maintenance division of General Motors plant in Kalamazoo, MI, after working there for 30 years. He served in the U.S. Navy during World War II. He was preceded in death by his wife of 52 years, Thelma N. Brady and son, Kenneth Brady. Survivors include his sons, Dennis Brady of Floral City, FL and Patrick Brady of Durham, NC; daughter, Rita Asselin and husband, Terry of Scottsville, KY; two grandchildren; five great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 5/7/2008. (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: WEDEL, LAYTON, GILKISON, PELTIER, ISENBERG Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22722/mb.ashx Message Board Post: WEDEL, Mr. Richard "Dick" Of Kalamazoo Passed away Tuesday afternoon, May 6, 2008 at Borgess Medical Center. Dick was born in West Virginia, December 25, 1935, the son of Harley & Isabelle (Layton) Wedel. Dick served his country honorably as a member of the Navy Reserves, where he worked on airplanes. He was part owner of Wedel's Garden Center. He was an avid reader, who loved music, ice cream, and the outdoors. Dick took time to travel and enjoy the country. He was a family man who spent precious time with his grandchildren. On Feb. 16, 1957, he married Alice Ruth Gilkison, who preceded him in death on Jan. 27, 2000. Surviving are three children and spouses, Kathy & Richard Peltier, Larry Wedel & Caralyn Hamlin and Mark & Julie Isenberg-Wedel; two grandchildren, Amy (Pat Pecor) Peltier and Rick Peltier; two great-granddaughters, Anna and Marie; all of Kalamazoo; three brothers, Harley (Wanda Reames) Wedel, George (Joyce) Wedel, Roger (Sally) Wedel; a close companion of four years, Joan Gilkison; several nieces ! and nephews. Friends will be received at the funeral home beginning Friday, May 9, 2008 from 2-4 & 6-8PM. Services will be held Saturday, May 10, 2008 at 1PM. Interment in Mt. Ever-Rest North Cemetery. Contributions in his memory may be made to the Kalamazoo Humane Society or The American Heart Association. JOLDERSMA & KLEIN 917 S. Burdick 343-2628 Share a memory on-line at www.legacy.com. Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 5/8/2008. (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.