I've "rescued" an old photograph which was taken at the Crispell Studio in Battle Creek, Michigan of a group of students on vacation from Olivet College. The photograph is dated April 3 1876 and includes 6 of the students who were on that trip including: Ella HAZELTON of Hartford, WI Frankie HAZELTON of Hartford, WI Belle MATHER of Detroit, MI May SMITH of Somerset, MI Frank GREEN of Olivet, MI Sherman UPTON of Big Rapids, MI On the back of the photograph the following additional information has been noted about the trip and the people in the photograph: Fred V. GASTON of Burr Oak, MI A. M. FINNIMAS of Lapeer, MI (last name very difficult to read) Members of the "Odette of the Shrug" vacation of '76 Olivet College Always to be remembered Ella HAZELTON married to Carlos W. CHILDS April 24 1878 Frankie HAZELTON married to Mr. BURKE Feb 1879 Belle MATHER married to Frank A. DEAN Nov 10 1880 Frank N. GREEN married to Millie BRELNER Oct 13 1880 Fred Y. GASTON died at his home in Adrian Mar 12 1884 Sherman UPTON died Aug 11 1891 in Lexington NE Based on limited research I was able to locate information regarding those in the photograph and have included that information below: Mary Ella HAZELTON b. 24 Apr 1857 in Richland, MI Frances Ann HAZELTON b. 4 Mar 1859 in Trowbridge Township, MI Both are the daughters of Brooks Bowman HAZELTON (b. 10 May 1829 in Byron, NY) and Sarah Ann LANE (b. 19 Jul 1826 in Ira, NY) Mary Ella married Carlos Webster CHILDS (b. 10 Jun 1856 in NY, NY) on 24 Apr 1878 in Hartford, MI and together they had two children, Edna Ella and Frances Hazelton CHILDS born between 1879 and 1881, both in Whittaker, MI. Mary Ella died 1 May 1941 in Ypsilanti, MI. Helen Belle MATHER b. 7 Jan 1856 in Detroit, MI, the daughter of Francis Parker MATHER (b. 19 Jul 1828 in Pierrepoint, NY) and Helen Maria LORD (b. 29 Nov 1829 in Dearborn, MI). Helen Belle had two siblings, Francis E. and Edward Lord MATHER also born in Detroit, MI between 1853 and 1863. Helen Belle married Frank DEAN (b. about 1855) on 10 Nov 1880 and she died 5 Jan 1942 in Los Angeles, CA. Census records provide the following clues as well: 1860 census of Lawrence, MI: John D. UPTON, age 30, a Lawyer, born NY Julia Ann UPTON, age 24, a Domestic, born NY Sarah UPTON, age 5, born NY Addie UPTON, age 3, born NY Sherman UPTON, age 2, born NY Harriet B. S. UPTON, age 2 months, born MI 1870 census of Decatur, MI: John B. UPTON, age 40, an Attorney at Law, born NY Julia A. UPTON, age 37, Keeping House, born NY Sarah M. UPTON, age 15, Attending School, born NY Addie S. UPTON, age 13, Attending School, born NY Sherman R. UPTON, age 11, Attending School, born NY Harriet B. S. UPTON, age 10, Attending School, born MI Rose M. UPTON, age 8, Attending School, born MI Daniel UPTON, age 6, Attending School, born MI Maria L. UPTON, age 2, born MI LeRoy P. UPTON, age 8 months, born MI Clay SHERMAN, age 26, a Law Student, born NY 1880 census Big Rapids, MI: John B. UPTON, age 50, born NY, a Lawyer, parents born NH/VT Julia A. UPTON, wife, age 47, born NY, Keep House, parents born NY Addie R. UPTON, dau, age 23, born NY, an Artist Sherman UPTON, son, age 22, born NY, at College Hattie B. S. UPTON, dau, age 20, born MI, at Home Rose E. UPTON, dau, age 18, born MI, at School Daniel UPTON, son, age 16, born MI, at Home Maria E. UPTON, dau, age 12, born MI, at School Leroy S. UPTON, son, age 10, born MI, at School George B. UPTON, son, age 8, born MI, at School Frank V. UPTON, son, age 5, born MI 1870 census of Detroit, MI: (living in the home of Eber & Elsie CHURCH) Bell MATHER, age 14, at School, born MI 1880 census of Walton, MI: Frank N. GREEN, age 21, born MI, a Farmer, parents born NY 1900 census of Walton Township, MI: Frank N. GREEN, age 41, born Apr 1859, married 19 years, born MI, parents born NY, an Editor Amelia M. GREEN, wife, age 41, born May 1859, married 19 years, 3 children/2 living, born MI, parents born Scotland/MI Marian B. GREEN, dau, age 15, born Apr 1885, born MI, at School Emma J. GREEN, dau, age 13, born May 1887, born MI, at School Isaac BREBRIAN, father-in-law, age 66, born Aug 1833, a widower, born Scotland, parents born Scotland, to USA 1851, a Farmer 1910 census of Walton Township, MI: Frank N. GREEN, age 51, married 29 years, born MI, parents born NY, a Port Master Amelia GREEN, wife, age 51, married 29 years, 3 children/2 living, born MI, parents born Scotland/MI Amarion GREEN, dau, age 25, born MI Emma GREEN, dau, age 22, born MI Isaac BREBIEN, Father-in-law, age 76, a widower, born Scotland, parents born Scotland, to USA 1866, a School House Janitor 1920 census of Walton Township, MI: Frank N. GREEN, age 60, a widower, born MI, parents born NY, a State Food Inspector Marion GREEN, dau, age 34, born MI Emma GREEN, dau, age 32, born MI, a High School Teacher 1880 census of Litchfield, MI: J. Sheldon SMITH, age 57, born CT, a Harness Manufacturer, parents born CT Elisa SMITH, wife, age 43, born NY, Keeping House, parents born Ireland/NY May SMITH, dau, age 19, born MI, at Home Mary O'NEIL, Mother-in-law, age 78, born NY, at Home, parents born NY I am hoping to be able to return the photograph to one of their families so that this wonderful old treasure can once again become a cherished family possession. If you are a member of one of these families, or if you know someone who might be, please contact me. Thanks, Shelley

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: WHL44 Surnames: SMITH, TOMLINSON Classification: death Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22692/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Kalamazoo County Clerk's Death Record Book 1938, page Portage Twp 13. Orpha F. SMITH; age 81 yrs 9 mos ? days; sex Female; race White; DOD 13 Aug 1938; POD Portage Twp; DOB Nov 1854; POB Sherwood, Mich; marital status Widowed; spouse Alonzo S. SMITH; occ At home; cause Chronic myocarditis, hypertension, senility; father Alexander TOMLINSON born England; mother Unknown born Penn; burial 16 Aug 1938 at Riverside Cemetery (Kalamazoo) by Joldersma & Klein; infomant R. S. Smith of Kalamazoo. (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: SMITH, TOMLINSON Classification: marriage Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22691/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Kalamazoo County Clerk's Marriage Record Book 4, page 303, doc. #4665. Groom Alonzo S. SMITH; age 27; occ Farmer; res Wakeshma (Twp); POB New York. Bride Orpha F. TOMLINSON; age 26; res Wakeshma; POB Michigan. DOM 13 Nov 1881; POM Wakeshma; official A. M. Eldred, Minister; wits Herbert Cross and Francis Cross both of Sherwood, Branch Co., Mich. (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: Racer0612 Surnames: Wyman Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/56.207.2/mb.ashx Message Board Post: My step father's last name was Wyman his mother was Bertha from Ohio, he and his brother and sister where brought to MI by their father that also left a daughter in OH with Bertha by the name of Doris or Deloris. There was some story told about Bertha being kidnapped from her birth family that was native american 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: CARROLL, HUSTON, BUNNEGAR, TAYLOR, ADKINS, AUSTIN, O'CONNOR, TIMMERMANS, FILL, STAHL, THOMAS Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22690/mb.ashx Message Board Post: CARROLL, Shirley D. After a long and courageous battle with lung disease, Shirley D. Carroll, 76, of Holland, OH, passed away peacefully in her home with Hospice of N.W. Ohio aide, Vicky, her daughter, Diane and cat "Girlie", at her side. Shirley was born at home in Chicago, IL, on September 7, 1931 to Macon Huston and Genevieve (Bunnegar) Taylor (both deceased). She had one older sister, Gloria (Bill) Adkins of Burbank, IL, and two younger brothers, Robert (Nancy) Taylor of Nicholson, GA and Kenneth Taylor who died April 18, 1988. She was also preceded in death by a son, Scott L. Austin, December 11, 1976 and her first husband, Marvin L. Austin on November 20, 2005. Surviving Shirley are daughters, Diane Karen (Timmermans) O'Connor of Holland, OH and Deborah J. Austin of Plymouth, MI; grandchildren, Christi (Marc) Wilson of Petosky, MI, Joshua (Maureen) Timmermans of Rossford, OH, Matthew (ShyAnn) Timmermans of Maumee, OH and Shannon Fill of Union City, MI; great-grandchildren, Emily, Drew, K! aitlin, Dylan, Levi, and Harley; nieces and nephews, Wendy Taylor (GA), Cory Taylor (MS), Pamela (Greg) Stahl (IL), Craig and Norm Adkins (IL), Keith Taylor and Sara Thomas (AZ). Shirley served as a union steward at Krogers, for 10 years, a realtor in Portage, MI, for the Kalamazoo County Board of Real Estate, and a merchandiser for McCormick Spice Co. After retiring in 1991, at the age of 68, due to a heart attack. Shirley moved to Toledo, OH area to be closer to her daughters. She was an alumna of Lawton High School and a graduate of Davis Business College. Graveside services will be held Sat., April 19, 2008, at 3 PM in Evergreen Cemetery, Bloomingdale, MI, with Rev. Robert Punfrey officiating. Immediately following will be an "Italian Feast" dinner at La Cantine Restaurant, in Paw Paw, for close friends and relatives. We invite you to meet us at the Bistro Restaurant (across from the Strand Theater) in Paw Paw, at 2 PM for the funeral procession to the cemetery. A speci! al thank you to Hospice of N.W. OH, Per Diem Healthcare, Dr. Kris, Dr. Ali, University of Toledo Medical Center Cardiology, Margaret Weisenberger, Ramesh Tamby, Fr. Tom, and Concord Care Center of Toledo, for their patience and wonderful care. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hospice of Northwest Ohio, the American Lung Association or Our Lady of Lourdes Church, Toledo, OH. Online condolences may be made at www.ansberg-west.com. Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 4/16/2008. (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: BRUNTON, DIETTRA, NUYEN, AURINGER, WEITZ Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22687/mb.ashx Message Board Post: BRUNTON, Lynn Ann Of Kalamazoo Passed away Monday, March 24, 2008. She was born June 22, 1967 in Kalamazoo, the daughter of Lyman and Louise (Diettra) Brunton and was a lifelong resident of Kalamazoo. She was preceded in death by her parents. Lynn's survivors include a brother, Michael Nuyen of Kalamazoo; a sister, Doris Auringer of Kalamazoo; a special niece, Kathleen Weitz and two additional nieces; one nephew; six great nieces and nephews; and her care giver, Albert J. Sutton; Cremation has taken place and a family memorial service will held at a later date. Arrangements by Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Memorial Chapel, 622 S. Burdick St., www.langelands.com 343-1508 Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 4/14/2008. (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: WESSELS, BETHKE, STREET, BOND, SERENO Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22686/mb.ashx Message Board Post: WESSELS, Mr. Joseph H. Kalamazoo, MI Joseph Henry Wessels passed on April 12, 2008 at home surrounded by his loving and supportive family. "Joe" as he was known to family and friends will be missed for his exuberance and love of life. He truly touched many lives with his spirit and philosophy of how to live one's life to its fullest. Joe was born on March 10th, 1924 in Grand Haven, Michigan to the late Joseph and Emma (Bethke) Wessels. Joe was a proud veteran of the United States Army, serving as one of the Brave Rifles in General George Patton's Third Army 1943-1945 during the historical World War II. Joe also boxed during his military career and took home many trophies in the ring. On May 21st, 1948 Joe married the "love of his life" Dorothy Street and considered their union the greatest blessing in his life. They are the proud parents of three children. Surviving with Dorothy are children Janet (Mark) Bond of Plainwell, MI., Joe (Charlotte) Wessels of Port St. Lucie, Fl., and Steve (Jeanette) Wessels of Kala! mazoo. Also surviving are nine grandchildren; a great-grandchild; and several loving nieces and nephews. Preceding Joe in death were his parents and sister, Joy Sereno. Joe graduated with honors in 1955 with a B.A. in business management from Wayne State University and shortly after joined Brooks and Perkins managing the purchasing department for 10 years. Moving forward in his career, Joe worked for Ford Motor Company in the sales, promotion, and training department until moving his family to Kalamazoo to become a managing partner at Depatie Fluid Power Company, where he worked until retiring in 1990. Wanting to be of service to others, in 1991 Joe became an avid volunteer for Hospice in Kalamazoo and Florida. For twelve years Joe enjoyed serving others and said that he received more than he thought he could ever give in return. In the spring of 2007, Joe became a published author with his autobiography "Somebody's Watching Over Me: My Incredibly Blessed Life". Joe lived h! is life based on three principles 1. Take care of yourself so you can take care of others 2. Don't hurt yourself and don't hurt others 3. Use every experience to enhance growth. His spirit continues but he will be missed by his family and friends. Joe's message to all would be that as we travel down life's road, he would want you to know to sow the seeds of love and forgiveness wherever you go. His journey is not over, it is only to be continued. A memorial service will be held 1 o'clock Thursday at St. Luke's Episcopal Church, 247 West Lowell with Pastor John Scott officiating. Friends may visit with the family From 2-4 and 6-8 PM Tuesday at the Langeland Family Funeral Home, Westside Chapel 3926 South 9th Street. Private interment will be in Ft. Custer National Cemetery with full military honors. In celebration of Joe's life, memorial contributions can be directed to Hospice Care of Southwest Michigan. www.langelands.com. Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 4/15/2008. (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: STAMM, VISSCHER, ELLIS Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22685/mb.ashx Message Board Post: STAMM, John Jr. Of Portage Passed away Saturday afternoon, April 12, 2008 at Tendercare of Portage. John was born May 9, 1918 in Kalamazoo the son of John and Stella Stamm. He was a graduate of Kalamazoo Central H.S. and served in the U.S. Army during World War II with the 361st Infantry which was part of the 91st Infantry Division committed to action at Anzio and participated in 208 days of combat in the Italian Theater. John received three Bronze Stars and various other awards for his service to his country. John worked at the Gilmore Department Store for 10 years and then went to work at the Upjohn Company for 31 years until his retirement. He was a longtime member of the Portage First United Methodist Church, enjoyed gardening; working in his yard; traveling with Betty; the outdoors; and birds and animals of all kinds. On August 28, 1948 John was united in marriage to his loving wife of nearly 60 years, the former Betty Visscher, who survives. Also surviving are his son, Timothy Stamm; daughter, ! Carol Stamm; brother-in-law, Robert Ellis of Mequon, WI; sister-in-law, Miriam Stamm of Kalamazoo; several nieces and nephews; and many friends. John was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers; and three sisters. A graveside service will be held 11:30 AM Wednesday in the chapel at Mt. Ever-Rest Cemetery followed by a memorial service to celebrate John's life at 1:00 PM at the Portage First United Methodist Church, 8740 S. Westnedge with Pastor Greg Wood and Pastor John Moore officiating. Friends may meet the family this evening from 5-8 PM at the Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Portage Chapel, 411 E. Centre. Memorials may be directed to the Hospice Services of Southwest Michigan, the Portage First United Methodist Church, or the charity of your choice. www.langelands.com Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 4/15/2008. (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: PREGENZER, KETTLEHUTT, YOUNG, BORDEN, MELGES, FITZWATER Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22684/mb.ashx Message Board Post: PREGENZER, Jerry O. Age 79 Of Battle Creek Formerly of Gull Lake and Grass Lake, Illinois Died Saturday, April 12, 2008 at Bronson Hospital in Kalamazoo. He was born July 24, 1928, the son of Raymond and Ruth (Kettlehutt) Pregenzer in Antioch, Illinois. Jerry served in the U.S. Navy on the USS Rochester as an electrician from 1948 to 1952. He attended the University of Illinois and graduated from the University of Wisconsin in 1957 and worked as manager of Marketing Services for Eaton Corporation in Battle Creek, retiring in June, 1985. He is survived by his son, Jeffrey F. (Jennifer) Pregenzer of Kalamazoo; daughter, Jan (David) Young of Royal Oak; grandchildren, Adelina and Marie Pregenzer and Michaela and Ryan Young and sister, Judy Borden of Encino, California. He was married to Joan E. Melges from 1957-1973, she survives. He was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Patricia Fitzwater. Jerry was a member of the National Rifle Association, Ducks Unlimited and Battle Creek Gun Club. He enjoyed working in his yard, bird watching, creating waterfowl nesti! ng areas around his home, hunting, fishing, boating and hydroplanes. Jerry was an opera and classical music enthusiast. Family will receive friends from 6 until 8:00 PM Wednesday, April 16, 2008 at Shaw Funeral Home 2838 Capital Ave., SW, Battle Creek www.shawfuneralhome.com Services will take place at 11:00 AM Thursday, April 17, 2008 at the funeral home with Rev. James Hill officiating. Interment, Fort Custer National Cemetery, Augusta. Memorial donations may go to Ducks Unlimited or WMUK Radio. Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 4/15/2008. (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: MINSLEY, MINSKY, BERKOWITZ, KORSBERG, SHATZMAN Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22683/mb.ashx Message Board Post: MINSLEY, Nathan M. "Nat" Of Kalamazoo Mr. Minsley passed away early Monday morning, April 14, 2008 at the Springs at Bronson Place. He was born May 5, 1911 in Brooklyn, NY, one of seven children to Israel and Bessie Minsky. On June 14, 1945, he was united in marriage to Belle Berkowitz in Brooklyn, NY. Nat is survived by his wife, Belle Minsley; two sons, Jack (Judy) Minsley of Lakewood, IL, and Bruce (Diane) Minsley of Kalamazoo; three grandchildren, Rebecca Jo (Dave Gulisano) Minsley of Madison, WI, Joshua (Rebecca) Minsley of St. Paul, MN, and Burke (Caron) Minsley of Boulder, CO; three great-grandchildren, Jonah, Samuel and Evalyn; and two close nieces, Jane (Ed) Korsberg of Solon, OH, and Diane (Allan) Shatzman of King of Prussia, PA. Nat was an officer and veteran of the United States Army Medical Corps serving five years during World War II and stationed in both North Africa and Italy. He then served in the Army Reserve for about 15 years, earning the rank of Lieutenant Colonel. Nat was a graduate of Lon! g Island University, and attended both University of Michigan and Michigan State University earning a Masters Degree in Public Health. He was employed by the VA Medical Centers for 30 years in both Bath, NY, and then Buffalo, NY until his retirement in 1977. Nat was an accomplished artist who loved to paint landscapes and birds. Funeral services for Mr. Minsley will be at 10:00 AM on Wednesday at Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Memorial Chapel, 622 S. Burdick Street, with Rabbi Harvey Spivak officiating. Interment will follow in Jewish Riverside Cemetery. As an expression of sympathy, memorial contributions may be directed to Congregation of Moses. www.langelands.com Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 4/15/2008. (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: BRYANT, BURDEN, NIEBOER, LOWE, NIX, NORWOOD, DAVENPORT, TYLER Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22682/mb.ashx Message Board Post: BRYANT, Norman "Buddy" Of Portage Passed away April 12, 2008 at Heartland Health Care Center in Kalamazoo. Norman was born January 16, 1929 in Florence, AL to the late William M and Agnes G. (Burden) Bryant. Norman was united in marriage to Patsy Nieboer on March 27, 1961 in Elkhart, IN, Patsy survives him. Also surviving Norman are his children, Gary N. Bryant of Portage, Tona Lowe of Pikeville, NC and Michelle (Antwan) Nix of Kalamazoo; Nine grandchildren, Joanna, Karmina, Stephanie, Nicole, Maggie, Lloyd, Jeremy, Mikeal and Tiara; two great-grandchildren, Mason and Mya; sisters, Vera Norwood and Clara Davenport; daughter-in-law, Miriam Bryant; former spouse, Dorothy Tyler; and many nieces and nephews. Preceding him in death was a sister, Maggie Faye Bryant. Norman loved his family, enjoyed traveling in his motor home or motorcycle and they knew him to have a strong love for hunting. Visitation will be held at the Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Westside Chapel, 3926 S. 9th Street, Kalamazoo , on Tuesday,! the 15th, from 6-8:00 PM. Services will be held at the Westside Chapel on Wednesday, the 16th at 1:00 PM. Interment to follow at Mt. Ever-Rest Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be directed to either the American Heart Association or American Diabetes Association. www.langelands.com 343-1508 Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 4/15/2008. (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: BOSS, OAKES, HOARD, MCEVERS, SCOTT, GLEASON, BROWN Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22681/mb.ashx Message Board Post: BOSS, Wioma June (Oakes) Of Galesburg, MI Passed away Sunday morning, April 13, 2008. She was born June 4, 1926 in Grand Rapids, MI the daughter of Arthur and Thyra (Hoard) McEvers. Wioma was raised in Waterford, MI. She later moved to Plainwell in 1960 with her first husband, K. Charles Oakes and their four children. She was a lifelong volunteer for various organizations including her children's schools; Boys and Girl Scouts; and later in life for Kalamazoo Loaves and Fishes, and the Comstock Community Center. Wioma loved to travel and the outdoors; as well as all her family and friends. She married her second husband, Richard Boss in 1975, and enjoyed his children and grandchildren. She is survived by three children, Kenrick (Diane) Oakes, Lawrence Oakes (Elizabeth Poe), Peggy (Jeff) Scott; Eight grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; two sisters, Helen Gleason, Susan Brown; a brother, Chuck McEvers; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by a son, William Oakes; a granddaughter; and two b! rothers and a sister. A memorial service to celebrate Wioma's life will be held 11:00 AM Friday at the Galesburg Congregational United Church of Christ, 22 South Church St. with Rev. Whitney Brown officiating. A gathering of family and friends will be Thursday from 2-4 and 6-8 PM at the Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Galesburg Chapel, 145 W. Battle Creek St . Private interment will be at a later date. Memorials may be directed to the Shepherds Center, Comstock Community Center, or the Galesburg Congregational United Church of Christ. www.langelands.com Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 4/15/2008. (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: GREGORY, POSTEMA, FARRINGTON, WHITNEY, TUCKER, SHIRING, SERVELLO, MAAT, EVOY Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22679/mb.ashx Message Board Post: GREGORY, Mr. Macklin "Mac" Age 81 Of Portage Passed away Tuesday, April 15, 2008 at Rose Arbor Hospice. Mac was born in Grand Rapids, June 11, 1926, the son of L.J. and Jennie (Postema) Gregory. He was a firefighter with the Grand Rapids Fire Department for seven years and then moved to Kalamazoo where he owned the Detroit Free Press Agency for 25 years. Then he became co-owner of RE/MAX Advantage Real Estate on Westnedge and Stadium Drive for over 20 years. Mac served his country in the U.S. Army, 163rd Infantry Division during WWII. He was a member of the VFW Comstock Post 6252, LOOM #88 and Portage Eagles Aerie 3531. He was preceded in death by his wife, Geraldine Farrington Gregory, on September 16, 1980. Surviving are his three children, Kathy (Terry) Whitney of Miami, FL, Mike Gregory of Kalamazoo, and Carol Tucker and Mike Liapakis of Scotts; six grandchildren, Nicole Shiring, Jennifer (Jeffrey) Servello, Keon Tucker, Kristin, Jessica and Mark Gregory; four great-grandchildren, Caden and Colby Shiring, Zachery ! and Whitney Servello; two sisters, Irene (Rod) Maat of Zeeland and Mary Jean (Bill) Evoy of Grand Rapids; his brother, Carl (Bea) Gregory of Grand Rapids; several nieces and nephews; long time friend, Carolyn Gianunzio and her daughter, Sonya Hunter. Family and friends are being received at the funeral home where services will be held 11 o'clock Friday morning with Pastor James Dyke officiating. Interment with military honors will follow at Mt. Ever-Rest Memorial Park. Contributions in his memory may be made to West Michigan Cancer Center or Hospice of S.W. MI. The family will be at the funeral home from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 on Thursday. JOLDERSMA & KLEIN 917 S. Burdick 343-2628 Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 4/16/2008. (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: BROWN, BOUTHILLET, NOBLE, POSTHUMUS, CONROY, COOK, BERENDS Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22678/mb.ashx Message Board Post: BROWN, Kevin J. Of Kalamazoo Went home to be with his Lord, Monday evening, April 14, 2008. Kevin was born November 4, 1954, in White Plains, New York, the son of Dr. Hugh and Patricia (Bouthillet) Brown. He was a resident of the Kalamazoo area since 1963. For many years Kevin was owner/operator of Brown & Brown Recording Studios and was well known for his ministry of music in all walks of life. On October 7, 1978, he was united in marriage to the former Debbie Noble who survives. Also surviving are his daughter, Shelagh Brown; his son, Colin Brown; his parents, Dr. Hugh and Patricia Brown; his siblings, Kathryn Brown and husband Dale Posthumus, Erin Brown Conroy and husband Shawn Conroy, Timothy Brown and wife Julie Cook Brown, Thomas Brown and wife Tammie Brown, Meaghan Brown and Kerrie Berends and husband Howard Berends; several nieces, nephews, cousins and many special friends. The family will receive friends on Friday from 2-4 and 6-8 PM at Southridge Reformed Church, 6726 Texas Drive, Kalamazoo. ! A service to celebrate Kevin's life will be held at 11:00 AM Saturday at Southridge Reformed Church. Immediately following services the family will receive friends in the church fellowship hall. Memorials in Kevin's memory may be directed to the Brown Family Fund (envelopes will be available at the church.) See www.caringbridge.org/visit/kevinbrown for Kevin's story. Arrangements by Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Westside Chapel, 343-1508 www.langelands.com Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 4/16/2008. (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: STEWARD, VANDEKREEK, VERHAAGEN, REIDT Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22677/mb.ashx Message Board Post: STEWARD, Klazina P. Of Portage Passed away Tuesday morning, April 15, 2008. Klazina was born January 13, 1919 at home on Reed St. in Kalamazoo the daughter of Matheus and Adrianna (VanDeKreek) Verhaagen. During WWII she was employed with Mastercraft and later the Upjohn Company until the birth of her first child in 1950 when she became a full time homemaker. After meeting the love of her life (Joel M. Steward who survives) at a dance at Fort Custer they were united in marriage on June 6th 1945. Klazina enjoyed knitting, various crafts, attending rabbit shows with Joel, canning, gardening, and travel. Also surviving are two sons, John (Teri) Steward, Charles Steward; four grandchildren, Shawn Steward, Ryan Steward, Christopher Steward, and Ian Steward. She was preceded in death by a sister, Pietrenella "Nellie" Reidt. A service to celebrate Klazina's life will be held 11:00 AM Saturday at the Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Portage Chapel, 411 E. Centre St . with Pastor Greg Silvey officiating. Interment ! will follow in Mt. Ever-Rest Cemetery. Friends may meet the family Friday evening from 6-8 PM and one hour prior to the service at the Portage Chapel. Memorials may be directed to Kalamazoo Loaves and Fishes. www.langelands.com Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 4/17/2008. (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: STACEY, LANGWORTHY, NICHOLS, ROOT, OCHS, CROY, O'CONNOR Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22676/mb.ashx Message Board Post: STACEY, Duard W. Of Galesburg Passed away April 15, 2008. Duard was born July 16, 1927 in Leroy, Michigan, the son of Robert W. and Thursa Mae (Langworthy). A veteran of World War II, proudly serving his country in the US Army. Duard enjoyed NASCAR, instant lottery tickets and living in Florida where he resided for many years. He will always be loved and missed by his family. Duard is survived by his children, Larry Nichols, Dennis Stacey, Diane Stacey, Duard A. Stacey, Denise Root and Dan Stacey; a sister Dorothy Jean Ochs; his former wife Peggy Croy; several grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, a sister Donna Mae Stacey O'Connor and a brother Alvin Lee Stacey. The family will receive friends Saturday, April 19, 2008, 12:00 - 1:00 PM at the Williams - Gores Funeral Home, Delton, with a funeral service immediately following at 1:00 PM, Pastor Jeff Worden officiating. Private interment Maple HIll Cemetery, LeRoy, Michigan. Memorial contributions ! to a charity of your choice will be appreciated. Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 4/17/2008. (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: OLSON, TAIT, COOPER, GORDON, KIRVAN Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22675/mb.ashx Message Board Post: OLSON, Charles "Chuck" Andrew Age 44 Of Wyoming, MI Formerly of Kalamazoo, MI Died on Sunday, April 13, 2008 surrounded by several family members. Chuck was born on June 15, 1963 the son of Irving J. and Elizabeth A (Tait). Olson. He graduated from WMU in 1991 supporting himself as a manager at Little Caesars. After graduation he moved to Detroit to follow in his father's footsteps in sales where he worked for MICCO Industries as a Regional Sales Manager. For the past five years, Chuck worked in Grand Rapids MICCO office until his death. Chuck was an avid golfer and good fisherman. He loved sports and activities in the City of Detroit. Most of all he enjoyed being with his large family. Chuck was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Elsworth and, Lydia Tait and paternal grandparents, Edgart and Agnas Olson, and his brother, Phillip V. Olson. Chuck is survived by his parents, Irving J. and Elizabeth A. Olson; 13 siblings: John R. Olson, Christine I. (Mike) Cooper, Tom Olson, Barb Olson, Sandy Olson (Mark Schwerin), Nancy Gordon, Sue (Mike) K! irvan, Ed Olson, Mark (Shelly) Olson, Matt Olson, Bob (Shelly) Olson, Becca Olson and Patty (Tom) Olson. Chuck is also survived by his beloved nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts and uncles. In accordance with his wishes cremation has taken place. Visitation with family and friends will be held on Friday, April 18, 2008 from 2-5 PM at REDMOND Funeral Home 4100 S. Westnedge- 343-6156 where a Memorial Service will be held at 3:00 PM. Father Larry Farrell officiating. Private Interment of cremains will be in Mt. Ever-Rest Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Michigan-Grand Rapids and Southwest Michigan Cancer Center. Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 4/17/2008. (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: FREEMAN, PIKKAART, PASCH, GILLESPIE, MERRILL, GOLDSTEIN, WALKER, KETCHUM Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22674/mb.ashx Message Board Post: FREEMAN, Dorothy Of Naples, FL Formerly of Kalamazoo Passed away Tuesday, April 15, 2008. Dorothy was born November 10, 1913 in Kalamazoo, the daughter of Elmer and Jennie (Pikkaart) Pasch and had lived in Kalamazoo for many years before moving to Florida. She had worked for Sutherland Paper and Brown Paper Companies for 24 years and was a Past Head Worthy Matron of the Order of the Eastern Star. On June 16, 1934 she married Fredrick D. Freeman, who preceded her in death on October 25, 1985. She was also preceded by her parents and two sisters, Wilma and Elizabeth. Dorothy is survived by four daughters, Doris Gillespie Merrill of Marco Island, FL, Donna Jean (Bob) Goldstein of Naples, FL, Joyce Elaine (Al) Walker of Kalamazoo and Phyllis Lorraine (Ketch) Ketchum of Pine Lake; many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great grandchildren; a brother, Lyle (Velma) Pasch of Kalamazoo; many nieces and nephews. Graveside services will be conducted on Saturday at 1:00 PM in the Boughton Cemetery with Rev. James Dyke officiating! . The family will receive friends at the Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Memorial Chapel, 622 S. Burdick St. on Friday from 4-7 PM. Memorial contributions may be directed to Kairos Dwelling Home for the Terminally Ill. www.langelands.com 343-1508 Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 4/17/2008. (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: DEYOUNG, HUIZINGA, HAMER, BERGE, BERG, CASEY Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22673/mb.ashx Message Board Post: DEYOUNG, James Age 63 Died Thursday, April 10, 2008 at the Rochester Methodist Hospital, Rochester, MN. Funeral services were Tuesday, April 15, 2008 at the Olson-Schwartz Funeral Home, Bemidji, MN. Burial will be in Greenwood Cemetery, Bemidji, MN. Arrangements were entrusted to the Olson-Schwartz Funeral Home, Bemidji, MN. James Edgar DeYoung was born July 24, 1944 in Kalamazoo, Michigan, to Edgar and Elizabeth (Huizinga) DeYoung. At a young age, the family moved to Redlands, CA. He attended college at the University of Redlands receiving his undergrad and master's degree there. After college he taught junior high history in Redlands and then took an offer to teach and take classes at Wheaton College in Wheaton, IL, where he met his future wife, Kathleen Hamer. They married January 24, 1970, in Oberlin, Ohio. After their marriage, they moved back to Redlands where he taught elementary school for the next 30 years. In 2001, they moved to Longview, TX to be with family and in March 2008, they mo! ved to Bemidji, MN. He enjoyed trap and skeet shooting sporting clays, reading and Kai, his dog. He was a member of the Reformed Church of America as well as a Deacon. He also taught Sunday school and Catechism in the Reformed and Christian Reformed churches. While in Texas he was a member of Christ the King OPC. At his death he was an Orthodox Christian. He is survived by his wife, Kathleen; son, Stephen DeYoung of South Canaan, PA; two daughters, Elizabeth (wife of Matthew) Berge of Bemidji, MN, Jamie DeYoung of Bemidji, MN; grandchildren, Kathleen and Thomas Berg; sister, Nancy Casey of Bemidji, MN. He was preceded in death by his parents. Online guest book at www.olsonschwartzfuneral home.com Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 4/17/2008. (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: ANTHONY, GOULD, FORD, GEORGE, RUCKERT, ATALLAH Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22668.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: ANTHONY, Larry Gene "Shag" Age 64 Of Battle Creek Formerly of Richland Died at Rose Arbor Hospice, Kalamazoo, on Tuesday, April 15, 2008. He was born in Battle Creek on January 6, 1944 and was the son of Herbert J. and Lucille M. (Gould) Anthony. Larry grew up in the Augusta/Hickory Corners area and was a 1963 graduate of the former W.K. Kellogg High School. In 2008 he retired from Gull Lake Area Community Schools, where he was employed as a Custodial Engineer for 21 years. He was formerly employed by Richland Plated Plastic Company as a Maintenance Engineer. On April 23, 2004, he was married in Mt. Pleasant, MI to Darlene Kay Ford. Surviving is his wife, Darlene; his step-daughter Tammy and husband, Tim George and family; his sister and brother-in-law, Suzanne Kay and Horst Ruckert; and two sons Eric and Brant of Suwanee, GA; his sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Vickie and Habib Atallah and their daughter, Laura of Lansing, MI and Thomas Anthony's surviving sons Monty and Mark. Larry was preceded in death by his parents and his brother. Larry! was a member of Solid Rock Bible Church in Delton. He enjoyed golfing, fishing and woodworking. He was a creative "Master Putterer." Larry was exceptionally organized, made his stories very interesting and had a very positive can-do attitude that he encouraged in others. He was a perfectionist who would tackle any project and no one was ever a stranger to him or someone he wouldn't help. At the request of the family, friends may call on Thursday, April 17th and Friday, April 18th from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the FARLEY-ESTES & DOWDLE Richland Chapel 9170 East D Avenue 269-629-6022 The funeral service to celebrate Larry's life will be held on Saturday, April 19th at 3:00 PM at the Richland Chapel with the Rev. Roger A. Claypool, Pastor of the Solid Rock Bible Church of Delton, MI, officiating. Interment will follow at Prairie Home Cemetery, Richland, MI. Memorial contributions in Larry's honor may be made to Rose Arbor Hospice, 222 N. Kalamazoo Mall, Suite 100, Kalamazoo, MI. 49007 or to the Solid Rock Bible Church, 7025 Milo Road, Delton, MI, 49046. Personal messages for the family may be placed at www.farleyestesdowdle.com. Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 4/17/2008. (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.