This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: McDavie Surnames: Classification: marriage Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22029.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: http://themckiefamily.com/documents/images/bettyrussell_stockwell.jpg 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.

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This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: McDavie Surnames: Caroline Maxine STOCKWELL Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22064.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: http://themckiefamily.com/obituaries/caroline_m_titus.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: nmajdan Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/21150.5.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Thanks for the information, mic50. Some of those occupations were unknown to me. Eugene is my grandfather and Edward his brother. Edward is the last surviving sibling and I've been meaning to write him a letter with questions but just haven't yet. I also didn't have that first wife of Edward's either, so thank you. And yes, Lambert was my grandmother's first husband. He died in WWII. zlatica, thank you for the information and links. I've seen several spellings of my last name including MEIDON and that it is generally pronounced MY-don whereas now we pronounce it as MAY-jon. I'll try to look further into this when I have time but I do tremendously appreciate the information. 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: mic50 Surnames: Majdan Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/21150.5/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Hi, I searched the following books from 1915 to 1955 for the surname of Majdan and other spellings: (The names are spelled as they were listed in the books) 1915-1944 Kalamazoo Telephone Directories: None listed, perhaps because they did not own a telephone. 1942 Kalamazoo City Directory: Edward Majdon, employed at Kalamazoo Stove and Furnace Company, resided at 711 Fletcher Pl. Owner of property was Stanley and Agnes Turburski. Stanley was a baker. Also residing at that address was Edward M. and Eugene M. Turburski, both laborers. (This book shows Edward M. and Eugene M.'s last names as Turburski; pronounced Tyburski). 1943 Kalamazoo City Directory: None listed. 1946 Kalamazoo Telephone Directory: Eugene Majdan, resided at 711 Fletcher Pl. 1947 Kalamazoo City Directory: Edward Majdan, factory worker for Kalamazoo Stove and Furnace Company, resided at 711 Fletcher Pl. Also residing at that address was Eugene Majdan, laborer. Owner of property was Stanley and Agnes Turburski. Stanley was a baker at Stanley's Rye & Pumpernickel Bread Company. 1948 Kalamazoo City Directory: Edward Majdan, wife was Mildred H. He was a sheet metal worker, owned home at 707 Washburn Ave. Gene Majdan, plater, resided at 711 Fletcher Pl. Owner of property was Stanley and Agnes Turburski. Stanley was a baker. 1952 Kalamazoo City Directory: Edward Majdan, wife was Mildred A. He was a welder for Kalamazoo Stove and Furnace Company. She was a waitress at Gold Post, owned home at 707 Washburn Ave. Eugene J. Majdan, wife was Antoinette J. He was a plater, owned home at 2236 Regent. 1953-54 Kalamazoo City Directory: Edward Majdan, wife was Mildred. He was a welder for Checker Cab Manufacturing Company, owned home at 707 Washburn Ave. Eugene J. Majdan, wife was Antonette. He was a chrome plater for Precision Casting, owned home at 2236 Regent. 1955 Kalamazoo City Directory: Edward Majdan, wife was Mildred. He was a welder for Checker Cab Manufacturing Company, owned home at 1111 Forbes. Eugene J. Majdan, wife was Antoinette J. He was a chrome plater for Precision Casting, owned home at 2236 Regent. You probably have this information already.... Antoinette (Toni) Sukach Lambert married Eugene J. Majdan in November of 1949. ("Lambert" might have been her first marriage?). Edward and Eugene Majdan were soldiers in WWII. Edward Majdan and his wife, Mildred, were divorced in October of 1969. Hope this helps. Let me know if you have any questions. Mic Andrus 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: WESTBROOK, CUMMINS, BRULEY, GONZALEZ, SHATTUCK, HILL Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22720/mb.ashx Message Board Post: WESTBROOK, Vickilynn D. (Cummins) Of Kalamazoo Passed away Monday, April 7, 2008 at Borgess Medical Center. Vicki was born October 18, 1946 in Kalamazoo, the youngest daughter of Clair and Maxine (Bruley) Cummins. On June 14, 1969, she was united in marriage to Raymond "Gary" Westbrook, who survives. Also surviving are two daughters, Charlotte (Christopher) Gonzalez and Laura Westbrook; grandsons, Merlyn Shattuck, Phillip Shattuck and Joseph Gonzalez; mother-in-law, Alice "Genevieve" Westbrook; a special aunt and uncle, Betty and Delbert Hill; several sister-in-laws and brother-in-laws; many nieces, nephews and extended family. She will be greatly missed by her special pets, Little Lucy (dog) and Cally (cat). Vicki was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers, Clair and Bruce Cummins and a sister, Suzanne Westbrook. Inurnment of cremains will take place at Riverside Cemetery, where a graveside service will be held on Monday, April 28th at 1:00 PM. Graveside services will be conducted by Pastor John Kepler of the C! ovenant Church of Kalamazoo. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the Kalamazoo Humane Society, 4239 S. Westnedge Ave., Kalamazoo, MI 49008. The family is being served by the Avink Funeral Home Cremation Society Schoolcraft Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 4/23/2008. (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: VANDELAARE Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22719/mb.ashx Message Board Post: VAN DE LAARE, John D. Of Battle Creek, MI Formerly of Kalamazoo, MI John died Sunday morning, April 20, 2008 at Lifespan Good Samaritan Hospice Residence in Battle Creek, MI. He was born December 25, 1960 in Kalamazoo, MI, a son of Darrell and Ann Louise Van De Laare. John was an avid hunter, fisherman and outdoorsman who was always ready for an adventure. He enjoyed being an amateur radio operator and used the call letters KG8PO. His greatest love in life was martial arts. As a young man, John studied at the Okinawa Karate Academy and received his First Degree Black Belt at the age of 19. John was one of the first members of the Battle Creek Kendo Club and became the owner of the Battle Creek Budokan. He continued his studies at the Japanese Cultural Center in Chicago under the late Toyota Sensei. John held a Fifth Degree Black Belt and trained many champions at the local, district, state, regional, national and international level. John was preceded in death by a brother, Paul Van De Laare. Surviving are his parents, Darrel and Ann Louise! Van De Laare of Kalamazoo; a brother, David (Brenda) Van De Laare of Kalamazoo; a niece and a nephew; several aunts, uncles and cousins; his closest friends, Susan Owen and Kevin Kellems; and many students, colleagues and friends. Cremation has taken place and private inurnment will be held at a later date. Family and friends will gather in Kalamazoo on Friday, April 25th from 5 PM to 8 PM at the Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Memorial Chapel, 622 S. Burdick St. and in Battle Creek on Saturday, April 26th from 2 PM to 5 PM at Victory Life Church, 6892 "D" Drive North. John's family requests that memorial contributions be directed to Lifespan Good Samaritan Hospice Residence, 5470 Glenn Cross Rd., Battle Creek, MI 49015 or to the charity of one's choice. 269-343-1508. www.langelands.com Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 4/23/2008. (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, HOROWITZ Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22718/mb.ashx Message Board Post: MARTIN, Arland Francis Age 87 Longtime resident of Kalamazoo-Portage, passed away April 20, 2008 in Brandon, Florida. Arland was a World War II veteran and a retired high school principal. He taught at Cadillac High and served as principal at Boyne City, Portage and Portage Northern during his 34 year career in the Michigan school system. He was involved with the founding of Portage Northern High School and served as the school's first principal. He was inducted into the Portage Northern Athletic Hall of Fame in 1990. Arland is well remembered by many of his former colleagues and students. He shared their enthusiasm and always had the ability to make each one feel like they were someone special. Arland was a devoted and cherished husband and father. He was a humble, modest man who touched so many lives with his kindness. He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Beatrice; daughters, Marianne Kay Horowitz and Kathryn Lee Martin; and three grandsons, Jeffrey, Sam and Alexander. In lieu of flowers, those who! wish may contribute to Hospice or to First United Methodist Church of Portage. Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 4/23/2008. (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: JOHNSON, GRIFFIN, ZECHIEL, MENGEL Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22717/mb.ashx Message Board Post: JOHNSON, Jerry Duane Of Kalamazoo, MI Jerry went to be with his Lord April 21, 2008 at Bronson Methodist Hospital in Kalamazoo. Jerry was born June 6, 1942, to Peter and Bobbie Jean (Griffin) Johnson. He lived and worked in the Benton Harbor/ Coloma area until 1979 when he married his wife Candace (Zechiel) and they relocated to Kalamazoo. Jerry ran his own refrigeration and appliance repair service for many years until an injury forced him to retire. He loved the Lord and also loved to help people. He is survived by his wife, Candace; his son, Jeremy; his father, Peter of Viola, AR; his sister, Shirley (Peter) Mengel of Kalamazoo; his brother, Peter (Sandy) Johnson of Hartford and many dearly loved nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts and uncles. He was preceded in death by his beloved mother. He loved spending time with family and friends. Friends may visit with Jerry's family Thursday, April 24, 2008 from 12 to 2 PM at the Hutchins Funeral Home in Watervliet where Jerry's life will be celebrated following visitat! ion at 2 PM with Keith Griffin, officiating. Burial will follow in Coloma Cemetery. Donations, in lieu of flowers, may be made to the Humane Society. Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 4/23/2008. (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: EHLERT, BUCHINO, IWAN Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22716/mb.ashx Message Board Post: EHLERT, William J. "Bill" Of Leesburg, GA Formerly of Portage Bill passed away Monday morning, April 21, 2008 with his wife and parents by his side. He was born November 29, 1972 in Kalamazoo, the son of William C. and Antoinette (Buchino) Ehlert. Bill was a veteran of the United States Marine Corps. A 1991 graduate of Portage Central High School, Bill earned an A.A.S. degree in Law Enforcement from Kalamazoo Valley Community College and went on to earn a B.S. degree in Criminal Justice from Western Michigan University. On June 14, 2003, he was united in marriage with Alycia Iwan of St. Joseph. In 2003, they moved to McAllen, TX, later moving to Leesburg, GA, in 2005, where Bill was employed as a police officer for the Dougherty County Police Department. He was an avid sports fan and loved the Detroit Red Wings. Surviving are his wife, Alycia Ehlert; his parents, William and Antoinette Ehlert of Portage; one brother, Joseph (Tammy) Ehlert of Sturgis; two nephews and one niece, Jacob and Katie Ehlert and Michael Iwan; and many aunts, un! cles, cousins and in-laws. Preceding him in death were his grandparents, Joseph and Marie Ehlert and James and Theresa Buchino; and step-grandmother, Irene (Quinn) Ehlert. Bill will be dearly missed by his sweetheart, his parents, his brother, his family and his many friends. A funeral mass will be celebrated at 11 AM on Friday at St. Martin Catholic Church, 5845 E. W Avenue, Vicksburg with Father James Vinh Le, celebrant. Friends may visit with the family from 5 PM to 8 PM on Thursday with a rosary at 7:30 PM at the Langeland Family Funeral Home, Portage Chapel, 411 E. Centre Avenue. As an expression of sympathy, memorial contributions may be directed to the American Brain Tumor Association or the American Cancer Society. www.langelands.com 269-343-1508 Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 4/23/2008. (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: VANDERMAY, VANDUYN, VANDYK, GLEESING, VANDERWELL, BOOM, REURINK, VANLIERE, MEDENDORP Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22715/mb.ashx Message Board Post: VANDERMAY, Betty Of Portage Passed away suddenly on Monday, April 21, 2008. Betty was born April 11, 1943 in Minnehaha County, SD, a daughter of Gerrit and Nellie (Van Duyn) Van Dyk and had lived in the Portage area for over 45 years. She was a member of Third Christian Reformed Church where she served on many committees. On November 15, 1963, she married Jack Vandermay, who survives. Also surviving are their children, Steve Vandermay of Paw Paw, Julie Vandermay (Tara) of Philadelphia, PA, Marie (Kevin) Gleesing of Portage and Beverly (Doug) Vanderwell of Rockford, MI; four grandchildren, Anne, Ben, Kayce and Alicyn; four sisters, Dorothy (Donald) Boom of Marion, ND, Audrey (James) Reurink of Colton, SD, Elaine (Roy) Van Liere of Colton, SD and Mary (Allen) Medendorp of Los Alamos, NM; a brother, Gerald (Jana) Van Dyk of Pella, IA; a sister-in-law, Jelene Van Dyk of Portage; many nieces and nephews. Betty was preceded in death by her parents and a brother, Marvin Van Dyk. Betty was the one everyone we! nt to when they needed help or needed something to be done, making everyone feel welcome and cared for. She served selflessly in so many areas - her husband, children, grandchildren, sisters, brothers, extended family and the church. She was involved in many different ministries including Bible Study Fellowship, Kids Hope, Alpha, International Students Luncheon. She lived passionately for her Lord, her family and others. Funeral services will be conducted at 10:30 AM on Saturday in the Third Christian Reformed Church, 2400 Winchell Ave., with Rev. Dr. Kenneth Baker and Rev. Victor Ko, officiating. Interment will be in Portage Central Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Portage Chapel, 411 E. Centre Ave. on Friday from 2-4 and 6-8 PM. Memorial contributions may be directed to the Kalamazoo Christian School Association, Camp Roger, Kids Hope, or charity of your choice. 343-1508. www.langelands.com Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 4/24/2008. (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: LOVE Classification: death Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22714/mb.ashx Message Board Post: LOVE, Mr. Virnaie ("Virgil") Age 48 Of Kalamazoo, MI Departed this life Sunday, April 20, 2008. Services will be held 12:00 noon Friday with an 11:00 AM family hour at First United Baptist Church, Pastor Lenzy Bell, officiating. Friends may view 4-6 PM TODAY at the Harper Funeral Home, 521 Douglas Avenue, 342-1000. Interment Riverside Cemetery. View Virnaie's Video Memorial Tribute at: www.harperfuneralhomeinc.com Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette from 4/23/2008 - 4/24/2008. (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: LIPSEY Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22713/mb.ashx Message Board Post: LIPSEY, Mary Alice Of Kalamazoo Departed this life on Tuesday, April 22, 2008. Complete arrangements will be announced by the: WHITLEY MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME 330 North Westnedge Ave. Kalamazoo, Michigan 49007 (269) 488-2401 Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 4/24/2008. (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: KOUNELIS, CARTER, BILLETER, YOUNG, MACEDO, MILLER, MASEL, BOND Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22712/mb.ashx Message Board Post: KOUNELIS, Barbara A. Of Portage Barbara A. Kounelis, a loving wife and cherished mother and grandmother, died April 22, 2008 at the Bronson Adult Medical Unit in Kalamazoo. Wife of John M. Kounelis for 43 years, Barbara was born March 25, 1930 in Ottumwa, IA, to the late Eugene and Rowena (Carter) Billeter. Barbara grew up being raised in the Catholic religion, but in later years became a member of the Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church in Kalamazoo. Barbara was known to be an avid reader and she loved staying in touch with family and friends through letters and phone calls. She stayed up with current events, was a car enthusiast and enjoyed golf. She loved animals, too. Barbara is survived by her husband, John Kounelis; children, Jerry (Diane) Young of Bluegrass, IA, Michelle (Eric VerHey) Kounelis of Leonidas, MI, Karin Kounelis of Vicksburg, Michael (Kristine) Kounelis of Mattawan; grandchildren, Christopher Young, Jimmy (Susan) Young, Savannah Kounelis and Aubrey Kounelis; great-grandchildren, Noah Yo! ung, Abigail and Brianna Young; step-daughter, Pauline (Carlos) Macedo; brother, Richard "Bud" Billeter; sisters, Beverly (David) Miller and Mary Beth Masel; many nieces and nephews. Preceding her in death were a son, Jeff Young; sister, Bernice Bond and brother-in-law, Jerry Masel. A memorial service will take place, Friday, April 25th, 12:00 noon at the Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Portage Chapel, 411 E. Centre Ave., Portage. Rev. James Dyke will officiate the services. Family will greet and visit with friends from 10-12, two hours prior to the service. Memorials in Barbara's name may be directed to: the SPCA of S.W. Michigan, Attn: Capital Campaign, P.O. Box 2676, Portage, MI 49081 (Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals). 269-343-1508. www.langelands.com. Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 4/24/2008. (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: KOGLER, HITE, FEWLESS, CRANE, CHENEY Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22711/mb.ashx Message Board Post: KOGLER, Candy Ann Died Tuesday, April 22, 2008 at her mother's home in Augusta, Michigan surrounded by family and friends. Candy succumbed to breast cancer and had been treated by compassionate physicians in both Michigan and Arizona. Hospice Care of Southwest Michigan tended both Candy and her family during her last days. Candy was born to Carol Fewless (Hite) of Augusta and Robert Allen Kogler of Marion, Michigan on March 20, 1972 in Cadillac, Michigan. Candy's early childhood was spent in Marion and Cadillac. She attended Marion Elementary School, St. Ann's School in Cadillac, and Immaculate Conception School in Three Rivers, Michigan. She graduated from Portage Northern High School in 1990. She attended Davenport College in Grand Rapids, Michigan and Kalamazoo Valley Community College. A road trip with a friend in 1994 took Candy to Seattle where she developed a love of the city and as Candy so often did, instantly decided to make her home there; developing a close network of friends and! co-workers. She worked initially, in a day care center and then in the computer industry. Her work in the area of setting up data centers led her to a year-long assignment in Berlin, Germany, where she immediately was taken by the beauty of that city. She had the pleasure of living in the home of a German family and enjoyed traveling throughout Europe. She relocated to Phoenix, Arizona, in 2006, to work as a mortgage lender with a group of brokers whom she had met in Seattle. Candy is survived by her mother, Carol Fewless (Hite) of Augusta; her father, Robert Allen Kogler of Marion, Michigan; grandfathers, Orlan Fewless of Kalamazoo and Joe Crane of Marion. Her grandmothers, Dorothy Fewless and Dorothy Crane, as well as her aunt, Sunday Fewless and cousin, Brian Cheney, preceded her in death. She is also survived by a large group of aunts, uncles, cousins and wonderful friends. At the request of the family, friends may call Friday, April 25th from 5 PM to 8 PM at the FARLEY, ESTES & DOWDLE AUGUSTA CHAPEL, 307 N. Webster St. (269)731-4212 The memorial service to celebrate Candy's life will be held 12 noon Saturday, April 26th at the Augusta Chapel with the Reverend Jan David DeWitt, Pastor of the New Hope Church of Richland, officiating. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to: the American Cancer Society's 2008 Relay for Life of Gull Lake; Team, "Crazy Crusaders". Donations may be sent to: American Cancer Society, Attn: Emily Elliott (Team, Crazy Crusaders/Gull Lake Relay for Life), 5110 South Sprinkle Road, Portage, Michigan 49002 or online donations can be made to: http://Events.cancer.org/rflgulllakemi and choose Team "Crazy Crusaders". Personal messages for the family may be placed at www.farleyestesdowdle.com Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 4/24/2008. (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: HUBEK, ASHCRAFT, POWELL, JONES, OWENS, GIBSON Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22710/mb.ashx Message Board Post: HUBEK, Mrs. Goldie Marie Ashcraft Age 73 Of Lewisburg, Tennessee Died Tuesday, April 22, 2008 in NHC Oakwood Healthcare. Mrs. Hubek was a native of Madison County, Kentucky and daughter of the late John William and Bertha Powell Ashcraft. She was a housewife. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Rudolph V. Hubek; three sisters, Bessie Lee Ashcraft, Sylvia Mertie Jones and Hazel C. Ashcraft; four brothers, Hermon J. Ashcraft, Cecil Ashcraft, Herbert Curtis Ashcraft and Lemiel Emmanuel Ashcraft. She is survived by one daughter, Pamela S. Owens of Lewisburg; two sons, Danny Lee Hubek of Lake Milton, Ohio and Ronald Lynn Hubek of Portage, Michigan; sister, Mary Magdalene Gibson of Hamilton, Ohio; 10 grandchildren; 20 great- grandchildren and one great -great-grandchild. The family will be at London Funeral Home Wednesday from 4 PM until 7 PM for visitation. Mrs. Hubek's body will be conveyed to Nein-Barnes Funeral Home in Camden, Ohio where visitation will be Friday from 4 PM until 8 PM. Funeral services will! be conducted at the chapel of Nein-Barnes Funeral Home Saturday, April 26, 2008 at 1 PM with burial to follow in Fairmount Cemetery. Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 4/24/2008. (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: HOPPER, JOHNSON, GRIDER, DUSH Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22709/mb.ashx Message Board Post: HOPPER, Deborah "Sis" Of Kalamazoo Deb passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 22, 2008. She was born April 13, 1955, in Decatur, AL, the daughter of Arnold Hopper and Anna Johnson. Deb resided in Kalamazoo for the majority of her life. She dedicated her life to her daughters and grandchildren. She was well known for her generous heart and sense of humor. Surviving are two daughters, April Grider and Emily (Eric) Dush; three grandchildren, Anna, Jade and Zander; siblings, David Hopper, Danny Hopper and John (Tammy) Johnson, Jr. She was preceded in death by her parents; stepfather, John Johnson, Sr. and a nephew, Rob Hopper. Cremation has taken place and a Memorial Service will be held 10 AM Saturday, April 26, 2008 at the Oakland Drive Christian Church (7331 Oakland Dr.). Following services the family will receive friends in the church fellowship hall. Memorials in Deb's memory may be directed to an educational fund established for her grandchildren. Arrangements by Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Memorial ! Chapel, 622 S. Burdick St. 343-1508 www.langelands.com Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 4/24/2008. (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: BAILEY Classification: death Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22708/mb.ashx Message Board Post: BAILEY, Casceal Of Kalamazoo Departed this life on Tuesday, April 22, 2008. There will be no services as cremation has taken place. Professional and Affordable service rendered by the: WHITLEY MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME 330 North Westnedge Ave. Kalamazoo, Michigan 49007 (269) 488-2401 Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 4/24/2008. (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: SEPANIK, MILLINGTON, SHEPARD, DANIELS, ERIKSEN, QUICK, BRUCE, SABIN, BUNETTA, SZCZEPANIK Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22707/mb.ashx Message Board Post: SEPANIK, Richard Louis Of Kalamazoo Passed away peacefully at home, while under the loving care of his family on Tuesday, April 22, 2008. He was born November 29, 1948 in Detroit, the son of Louis Edward and Eleanor Marie (Millington) Sepanik. Rick proudly served in the United States Army for three years, including assignment to South Viet Nam and West Germany. Following active duty with the Corps of Engineers, he served eight years in the reserves, including the National Guard and the Rangers. In 1985, Rick married the former Louise Shepard, joyously adding her daughters, Andrea and Cheryl to his life and thereafter loving and caring for them, considering them his own. He was employed by the State of Michigan in the MDOT for 18 years, followed by 13 years of over-the-road trucking. Rick loved his Lord, family, people, nature, meteorology, history, traveling and trains. In addition to his wife, Louise, Rick is survived by his daughters, Andrea (Derick) Daniels of Kalamazoo and Cheryl Eriksen of Paris, KY; gra! nddaughters, Rachael Quick and Lydia Daniels of Kalamazoo; a sister, Shelley Sepanik of Farmington Hills. MI; two half-sisters, Barbara (Daniel) Bruce of Belleville, MI and Bernadette (Roy) Sabin of Westland, MI; an aunt and uncles, Lorraine and Anthony Bunetta of Easley, SC and Raymond Szczepanik of Warren, MI; several nieces, nephews and cousins. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 AM Monday at the Westwood United Methodist Church, 538 Nichols Road with Rev. Dr. Wayne Price, officiating. Interment will follow in Mt. Ever-Rest Memorial Park, North. The family will receive friends at the Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Westside Chapel, 3926 S. 9th St. on Sunday from 2-4. Memorials may be directed to the Kalamazoo or Michigan Humane Societies, the Salvation Army, Westwood United Methodist Church Love Fund, or the Borgess VNA and Hospice. www.langelands.com 269-343-1508 Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 4/25/2008. (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.