This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: WHL44 Surnames: CAMPBELL, PERCELL, CASTOR, BRINK, BYERS, LINSTEAD, TOTZKE, DYKEHOUSE Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22651/mb.ashx Message Board Post: CAMPBELL, Mrs. Maxine L. Of Portage, MI Died Tuesday morning, April 8, 2008 at her residence with her family at her side. Maxine was born September 8, 1922 in Kalamazoo, Michigan, a daughter of John and Irene (Percell) Castor. She had been a lifelong Kalamazoo area resident and was employed with Gilmore's Department Store for six years, before retiring. She was also a member of the Michigan Odd Fellows and Social Rebekah Lodge for 55 years serving as Past President and Noble Grand Matron; Comstock Senior Center for 17 years and served on the board for 10 years. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Victor C. Campbell, Sr. on February 19, 1990; and a sister, Florence Brink. She is survived by three children, MaryAnn (Woody) Byers of Vicksburg, Dolores Linstead of Parchment, and Victor (Carol) Campbell of Portage; six grandchildren, Steve Byers, Chris (Julie) Byers, Lori (Todd) Totzke, Jim Linstead, Melissa Dykehouse, and Mark (Jen) Campbell; nine great-grandchildren; two nieces; several cousins; h! er constant companion, Dorey; her cat; her many friends at Parchment Harding's, especially Dan and Jodi; her neighbor, Ron and her Doctor and Nurse, Dr. Williams and Kimberly. Graveside services will be held 11 o'clock Wednesday, April 16th in South Portage Cemetery. There will be no visitation. Memorials may be directed to the Comstock Community Center or Visiting Nurse Association Hospice Program. Arrangements were made by the Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Portage Chapel, 411 E. Centre Ave. www.langelands.com. 269-343-1508. Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 4/9/2008. (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: AYRES, HALLER, MOLES, SIMMONS, HALL, HICKS Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22650/mb.ashx Message Board Post: AYRES, Helen Jean Of Delong, IN Helen Jean Ayres of Delong, IN passed away Monday, March 24, 2008 at Miller's Merry Manor Plymouth, IN. She was born April 15, 1931 in Charleston, WV, to John D. and Eugenia Haller Moles. She is survived by her husband, Thomas L. Ayres of Delong, IN; son, Robert P. Simmons of Decatur, MI; his three children, Althea Simmons and Nathaniel Simmons of Kalamazoo, MI and Billie Mae Simmons of Colorado Springs, CO. Also sons, Daniel E. (Linda) Simmons of North Branford, CT and John M. (Karla) Simmons of Plymouth, IN; step-son, Thomas L. (Tye) Ayres, Jr. of Frankfort, IN; two sisters, Hilda (Bernard) Hall of Mt. Hope, WV, Verna Kay Hicks of Melbourne, FL; three brothers, John Moles of California, Hiram Moles of Georgia, Gary Moles of West Virginia and 10 more grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. Memorial contributions may be given to the American Cancer Society. Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 4/9/2008. (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: APPS, ELKINS, YOUNG, FALKENSTEIN, SCHEETZ, WOOD Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22649/mb.ashx Message Board Post: APPS, William Lee Age 54 Of St. Louis, MI Passed away, surrounded by his loving family on Monday, April 7, 2008 at the home of his daughter in Sturgis, MI. He was employed by the State of Michigan Prison Systems as a Psychologist leaving for health reasons in December of 2007. He had also worked for Borgess Hospital in Kalamazoo as a therapist on the drug rehab floor. Surviving are wife, Patricia; children, Makia (Randy) Elkins of Three Rivers, MI, Luren (Tony) Young of Lancaster, VA, Jennifer (Randy) Falkenstein of Sturgis, MI and Marshall (Rebecca) Scheetz of Williamsburg, VA; eight grandchildren; one brother, Gary Apps of Kalamazoo, MI and his mother, Marjorie Wood of Kalamazoo, MI. The family will receive friends and relatives from 6-8 PM Wednesday at the Hackman-Foglesong Funeral Home of Sturgis. Funeral services celebrating the life of William Apps will be held at 10 AM Thursday at the funeral home. His obituary is also available at www.legacy.com. Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 4/9/2008. (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: AGEMA, WILSON, LUSCOMB, SEARS Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22648/mb.ashx Message Board Post: AGEMA, Ilice I. Age 80 Of Oshtemo Township Passed away on April 4, 2008 at Tendercare of Portage. Ilice was born on July 3, 1927 in Kalamazoo, MI, the daughter of the late Edward C. and Daisy (Wilson) Luscomb. She loved animals and birds, enjoyed reading, and for several years served as a senior companion. Ilice is survived by three children, Ron (Cindy) Sears, Gary Sears (Lynd Bingham) and Keith (Rochelle) Sears; four grandchildren, Corey, Todd, Kirk and Brandon; two great-grandchildren and a brother, Wayne Luscomb. In accordance with her wishes, cremation has taken place. There will be no other services. Arrangements by the REDMOND Funeral Home 4100 S. Westnedge -343-6156 Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 4/9/2008. (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: maryann_r12 Surnames: Waud Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/4352.2.2/mb.ashx Message Board Post: As as favor to Ms. Gates, I've been researching the Waud family for her. I also know the remaining family members personally. I found very few Vital Records in Kal. County but many published obituaries for this pioneer family of Kalamazoo. We were able to piece together the Family Tree. The family members are grateful to KPL for their index to searching the Kal. Gazette microfiche. 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: chemicalscream Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/15957.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: wow. this is really wierd. i am a westlund and i'm also related to larsons. I would like to know if I'm related to any of these people listed in the obit. I'm from Lansing! 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, KEMP, TRAINER, LEWIS, WILLIAMS, FRITTS, GAWNE, COX Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22646/mb.ashx Message Board Post: MARTIN, Kenneth Bruce Of Kalamazoo Ken passed away Tuesday afternoon, April 8, 2008 at the University of Michigan Medical Center in Ann Arbor. He was born June 2, 1959 in Saginaw. Ken was a veteran of the United States Army. He worked in and loved construction. Surviving are his four children, Cara (age 23), (Michael) Kemp of Allegan, Kendra Martin (age 14) of Kalamazoo, Theodore Martin (age 9) of Kalamazoo and Destiny Trainer (age 3) of Kalamazoo; one granddaughter, Sara Kemp (age 2); five brothers & sisters, Robin (Jim) Lewis, Patty (Rich) Williams, Kathleen (Drew) Fritts, Karl, Jr. (Marylee) Gawne, Michelle Gawne; step-father, Karl Gawne, Sr.; his two special women, Teddie Martin and Mary Farrell; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Preceding him in death were his mother, Carol (Cox) Gawne; his father, James Martin and one brother, James Martin. Visitation will be from 5-8 PM on Friday at the Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Westside Chapel, 3926 S. 9th St. Funeral services will be at 2 PM on Saturda! y at the funeral home. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 1 PM on Tuesday at St. Helen Catholic Church, 737 N. Saint Helen Rd, St. Helen, MI and friends may visit from 11 AM until the time of services on Tuesday at the church. Interment will follow in Fairview Cemetery, St. Helen. As an expression of sympathy, memorial contributions may be directed to Hospice Care of Southwest Michigan or University of Michigan Medical Center. 343-1508. www.langelands.com Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 4/10/2008. (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: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22645/mb.ashx Message Board Post: LOVE, Mrs. Ollie M. Age 93 Of Kalamazoo, MI Departed this life Monday, April 7, 2008. Services will be held 12:00 noon Saturday, with an 11:30 AM family hour at Allen Chapel A.M.E. Church, the Rev. Neal Smith, officiating. Friends may view 4-6 PM Friday at the Harper Funeral Home, 521 Douglas Avenue, 342-1000. Interment Mt. Ever-Rest Cemetery. Send a message of comfort to the family at: www.harperfuneralhomeinc.com Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 4/10/2008. (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: HILBERRY, BAILEY, BODWELL, KINSMAN Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22644/mb.ashx Message Board Post: HILBERRY, Marion Of Kalamazoo Died at home on April 8, 2008 after excellent care by Hospice of Southwest Michigan, Comfort Keepers, and by many close friends in the Kalamazoo community. She was born in Andover, Massachusetts in 1923, to Alvin James Bailey and Helen Bodwell Bailey. She attended Boston University, graduated Phi Beta Kappa, taught high school for two years in Ashland, MA, and went to the University of Wisconsin for a master's degree. She taught English at West High School in Madison and during one summer worked with the American Friends Service Committee in Mexico. In 1950, she met Conrad Hilberry at a dance at the Green Lantern Coop and they married in April 1951. A daughter, Katharine, was born in 1952 and a second, Marilyn, two years later. In 1954, the Hilberry's moved to Greencastle, IN, where Marion and Conrad both taught English at DePauw University. A third daughter, Jane, was born there. In 1962, they moved to Kalamazoo, where their fourth daughter, Ann, was born. For more than 40! years, Marion taught English to foreign students at Nazareth College, Western Michigan University, Kalamazoo College, and often tutored individuals, sometimes forming lasting friendships. For a number of years she taught a literature course, mostly novels, at Friendship Village. The Hilberrys both taught for a term at a university in Quito, Equador. On leave, they spent four months on the island of Crete and many months in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico. Marion is survived by Conrad, Marilyn, Jane and Ann; by three grandsons, Ben, Jim and Adam and by her sister, Helen Kinsman and her family. The memorial service will be held at Stetson Chapel, Kalamazoo College on May 17, 2008 at 11:00 AM. Gifts may be sent to Hospice Care of Southwest Michigan or to the Katharine Hilberry Scholarship Fund at Kalamazoo College. Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 4/10/2008. (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: DEVRIES, ELGERSMA, EVERTS, GROETSEMA, KALLEWARD, MEETH, MCBARNES, CUCUIREAN Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22643/mb.ashx Message Board Post: DE VRIES. Robert E Of Kalamazoo Loving husband, dad and grandpa went to be with his Lord and Savior on April 8, 2008. He was born June 3, 1934 in Kalamazoo, MI, the son of Richard and Marguerite DeVries, residing there his whole life. Bob graduated from Kalamazoo Central High School, was a life-long member of Second Christian Reformed Church, had served on Consistory, served on the Kalamazoo Christian Booster Club and served as treasurer secretary for the Kalamazoo Men's Bowling Association for numerous years. He had also been inducted as a member of the Kalamazoo Association Bowling Hall of Fame in 1987. He was a Kalamazoo Gazette motor route carrier for the last 18 years, until his death. He loved watching his grandkids participate in their sporting events. He was united in marriage to Jean (Elgersma) DeVries on September 3, 1954, who preceded him in death on May 18, 2006. He is survived by his daughters and their husbands, Pam and Jeff Everts of Schoolcraft, Patti and Steve Groetsema of Augusta, Robin a! nd Dan Kalleward of Vicksburg; six grandchildren, Scott, Chris, Chad, Shaun, Danielle and Kylie; one brother, Jack (Nancy) DeVries and three sisters, Betty (Tom) Meeth, Barb McBarnes and Carole (Pete) Cucuirean. He was also preceded in death by his parents and brother, Dick DeVries. Services will be held at 11 AM Saturday at the Second Christian Reformed Church, 3015 Nichols Rd. with the Rev. Dr. Warren H. Lammers, officiating. Interment will be in the West Oshtemo Cemetery. Friends may meet the family on Friday from 2-4 and 6-8 PM at the Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Memorial Chapel, 622 S. Burdick St., and at the church one hour prior to service time. Memorial contributions in Bob's memory may be made to the Second Christian Reformed Church Memorial Fund. 343-1508. www.langelands.com Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 4/10/2008. (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: CRONKHITE, ROBERTS, CONFER, COLYER Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22642/mb.ashx Message Board Post: CRONKHITE, Lloyd A. Age 89 Of Kalamazoo, Michigan Died Wednesday, April 9, 2008 at his home. Mr. Cronkhite was born April 8, 1919 in Kalamazoo, the son of Arthur and Libbie (Roberts) Cronkhite. Lloyd loved his family and enjoyed horses, nature and the country life. He was very active and a member of community and was on the Alamo Fire Department for many years. Lloyd was an artificial inseminator of cows for the Michigan Animal Breeders Association. Lloyd was a dairy farmer his entire life, he also showed horses and loved working with them. On December 12, 1945, in Plainwell, he married Marcia Confer, who survives. Also surviving are his son and daughter-in-law, Bernard and Gail Cronkhite; a granddaughter, Michelle Colyer; a great-grandson, Matthew Colyer; several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents. Friends may meet with his family Friday from 2-4 and 6-8 PM at the Winkel Funeral Home Otsego where services will be held Saturday at 2:00 PM with his nephew, Rev. Robert Confer, Jr., officiating. Interment will be in West Cooper Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Borgess Foundation/Borgess VNA and Hospice. Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 4/10/2008. (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: SUTERKO, TOMCZYK, BARABAS, PLOURDE, KONWINSKI, SIGLER, ELLIOTT, SUSARREY, WALSH, PASOWICZ Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22640/mb.ashx Message Board Post: SUTERKO, Stanley Of Portage Our dear husband and father, Stan (known to many as Dave), passed away Wednesday, April 9, 2008. He was born December 30, 1920 in Chicago, Illinois, the son of Anthony and Valerya (Tomczyk) Suterko. Stan graduated from the University of Illinois with a BS in Education and earned a Masters Degree from WMU. He served as a LTJG in the U.S. Navy during WWII on a sub-chaser in the Pacific Region. On November 25, 1948, he was wed to his beloved wife, Wanda (Barabas), who survives. He began his career at Hines V.A. Hospital, Hines, IL, where he helped establish the first Orientation and Mobility program for blinded veterans. He came to WMU in 1961 to aid in the establishment of the Blind Rehabilitation Department. He had a distinguished teaching career as he taught in England, Poland, Australia, France and many places in the United States. He received the highest honors of his profession culminating with his induction into The Hall of Fame for Leaders and Legends of the Blindness F! ield in 2002. Stan was often referred to as "St. Peter of Mobility". He retired from WMU in 1984 as Professor Emeritus. Stan was a Charter Member of St. Catherine of Siena Church. Also surviving him are his three daughters and son-in-laws, Sandra (Gordon) Plourde, Williamston, MI, Diane (Richard) Konwinski, Portage, MI, Catherine (Robert) Sigler, Saline, MI; seven grandchildren, Justin and Scott Plourde, Nicole (Chad) Elliott, Ryan and Kyle Konwinski, Lauren and John Sigler; one great granddaughter: Cassady Plourde; brother-in-laws, Jack Susarrey and Chester (Marion) Barabas; sister-in-laws, Ann Walsh and Lorraine Pasowicz; many nieces, nephews and special friends. He was preceded in death by his brother, Anthony. The family will receive friends on Sunday, April 13th from 2-4 and 6-8 PM at the Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Westside Chapel, 3926 South 9th Street. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 AM Monday at St. Catherine of Siena Church (1150 W. Centre St.), ! Portage, MI. with Father Kevin Covert, presiding. Memorial Luncheon wi ll be served following the mass. A burial with full military honors will take place 11 AM Tuesday at Ft. Custer National Cemetery, Augusta, MI. Memorials may be sent to St. Catherine of Siena Church Endowment Fund or the Michigan Foundation for the Blind and Visually Impaired. 269-343-1508 www.langelands.com Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette from 4/11/2008 - 4/12/2008. (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: SMITH, STEPHENSON, DORRANCE Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22639/mb.ashx Message Board Post: SMITH, Lorene Age 85 Of Vicksburg Mrs. Smith passed away Wednesday morning, April 9, 2008 at Park Place Assisted Living in Kalamazoo, MI. She was born August 28, 1922 in Kalamazoo, Michigan, to Claude and Cecil Stephenson. She grew up in Vicksburg with her younger sister, LaVon. After graduating from Vicksburg High School in 1940, she worked at Gilmore's department store for 1 1/2 years. Lorene married Gerald R. Smith on November 16, 1941. The couple owned and operated Smith Radio and Television for 36 years and the Smith Income Tax Service for 30 years. Lorene was an avid golfer, bowler, bridge player and loved to travel. The couple traveled extensively in the U.S. and abroad. Gerald passed away June 6, 2007. Lorene is survived by her sister, LaVon Dorrance and two sons, Ronald of Vicksburg and Stephen of Chicago; five grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. A memorial service will be announced at a later date. For further information please visit http://www.lifestorynet.com/ memories/35212 or call Rupert Durham Marshall & Gren Funeral Homes at (269) 649-1697. Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette from 4/11/2008 - 4/12/2008. (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: KINNEY, SMITH, BURRMA, CARR Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22638/mb.ashx Message Board Post: KINNEY, Marvin L. Of Portage Marvin passed away Thursday evening, April 10, 2008 at Rose Arbor Hospice Residence. A lifelong resident of Kalamazoo, he was born November 12, 1924 in Kalamazoo, the son of the late Nelson and Dora (Smith) Kinney. A 1942 graduate of State High School, Marvin was a veteran of the United States Army serving during World War II from 1942-1946. Following his time in the Army, Marvin attended Rochester Institute of Technology for two years from 1947-1949, graduating with a degree in Printing Technology. Marvin owned and operated Tri-County Fence Co. for 14 years, until his retirement in the mid 1990's. He was an avid golfer and member of Pine View Golf Club. On August 14, 1947, he was united in marriage to Irene (Burrma) in Kalamazoo, who survives. Also surviving are two children, Jill Kinney of Portland, OR, and Scott (Robin) Kinney of Phoenix, AZ; two grandchildren, Melissa and Adam Kinney; one sister, Marilyn Carr of Paw Paw; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services f! or Marvin will be at 4 PM on Sunday at Trinity Reformed Church, 326 W. Cork Street, with Rev. Jacques Nel, officiating. Private interment with military honors will be in Mt. Ever-Rest Memorial Park. Friends may visit with the family from 3-4 PM on Sunday at the church. As an expression of sympathy, memorial contributions may be directed to Trinity Reformed Church or Rose Arbor Hospice Residence. Arrangements by Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Portage Chapel, 411 E. Centre Avenue. 343-1508. www.langelands.com Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 4/12/2008. (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: JACKSON, LONGJOHN Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22636/mb.ashx Message Board Post: JACKSON, Jordan J. Of Portage Jordan, age 19, passed away unexpectedly in his sleep at his home on Wednesday, April 9, 2008 from a pre-existing heart condition. He was born August 4, 1988 in Kalamazoo, the son of Jeffrey and Mary (Longjohn) Jackson. Jordan was 2007 graduate of Portage Central High School and was currently attending Kalamazoo Valley Community College studying history and religion. He planned to travel and play with his "Band Family", Jason and Matt Curtis and Dominic Armstrong. Surviving are his parents, Jeff and Mary Jackson; two sisters, Jena Jackson and Mandi (fiancé Billy Parker) Jackson; one niece, Arabella; grandparents, Jeannine Longjohn of Portage, and Donnalee and Wilburn "Poppa" Jackson of Morris Chapel, TN; many aunts, uncles, cousins and dear friends whom he loved. Preceding him in death were his grandfather, Gabriel Longjohn and one uncle, Mark Longjohn. Jordan was a loving and caring son and brother. He was a true and loyal friend. Jordan was a talented musician and songwr! iter. He will never be forgotten. Funeral services for Jordan will be at 11 AM on Tuesday at Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Portage Chapel, 411 E. Centre Avenue. Friends may visit from 2-4 PM and 6-8 PM on Monday at the funeral home. As an expression of sympathy, memorial contributions may be directed to the family. Jordan's website and online guest book is available at www.langelands.com. Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 4/12/2008. (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: HARRISON, TAYLOR, DEGRAAF, RIGNEY, RAUCH, KLERK, KENSEY, BOWER, DRUST Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22635/mb.ashx Message Board Post: HARRISON, John Strange Age 85 God had to break our hearts to prove He only takes the best. Mr. John Strange Harrison, age 85, passed away on Tuesday, April 8, 2008 of heart failure. Born on September 20, 1922 in Kalamazoo, MI, he moved to Winter Haven in 1985. John was a member of the VFW in Kalamazoo, MI and of the American Legion in Winter Haven. He was an Army veteran, serving in WWII. John was preceded in death by his parents, Ernest and Ethel Harrison; daughter, Cathy J. Taylor; sisters, Carmelita, Lillian and Esther; and brothers, Max and Roy. He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Barbara L. Harrison of Winter Haven; son and daughter-in-law, John S. and Angie Harrison of Auburndale; daughters and son-in-laws, Joan M. and Jim DeGraaf of Winter Haven, Connie L. and Paul Rigney of Grand Rapids, MI, Judy I. and Larry Rauch of Auburndale, Barbara K. and Jim Klerk of Winter Haven, and Cindy L. and Duwane Kensey of Belleville, MI; sisters, Gertrude Bower and Alta Drust both of MI; brother, Lyle Harrison of Vicksburg, MI; 28 grandchildren; 50 great- grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. Family will receive friends on Saturday, April 12, 2008 from 2:30 PM to 3:30 PM at Lakeland Funeral Home, 2125 S. Bartow Road, with a service at 3:30 PM. Interment to follow at Lakeland Memorial Gardens. Online guestbook & video tribute at: www.lakelandfuneralhome.com . Lakeland Funeral Home and Memorial Gardens is serving the family. Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette from 4/11/2008 - 4/12/2008. (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: BRIGANCE, PULLEN, TAYLOR, NAGEL, WALL, HAMILTON, HOSKINS Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22634/mb.ashx Message Board Post: BRIGANCE, Mr. Lawrence Of Kalamazoo, MI Died Wednesday evening, April 9, 1908. Lawrence was born August 3, 1918 in Tyler, Missouri, a son of Charles and May (Pullen) Brigance. During WW II, he served with the U.S. Army Air Corp. He had been a Kalamazoo area resident most of his life and was employed with K.V.P. Sutherland Company for 40 years, retiring in 1984. He was a member of the Kalamazoo Masonic Lodge. Following his retirement, he loved traveling, bowling and dancing with his wife, Eleanor. He was preceded in death by his parents; his first wife, Marie Brigance on October 31, 1984; and several brothers. In October of 1999, he was united in marriage to Eleanor M. (Taylor) Brigance, who survives. Also surviving, three children, Melanie (Rodney) Nagel of Richland, Larry Scott (Brenda) Brigance of Delton and Shelley (Lynn) Wall of Paw Paw; six grandchildren, Lacey and John Nagel, Kyle and Keith Brigance and Greg and Lynsey Wall; two great-grandchildren, Allison and Brooklyn; two sisters, Margaret Hamilton of Ka! lamazoo and Eva Lou Hoskins of Steele, MO; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. Services will be held 11 o'clock Saturday at the Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Memorial Chapel, 622 S. Burdick St. Visitation will be 6-8 PM Friday. Interment will be in Mt. Ever-Rest Cemetery. Memorials may be directed to the West Michigan Cancer Center or the Kalamazoo Humane Society. The family also extends their appreciation to Loretta Marble of Knotts Landing for her compassionate care. www.langelands.com. 269-343-1508. Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette from 4/11/2008 - 4/12/2008. (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: BRIGANCE, PULLEN, TAYLOR, NAGEL, WALL, HAMILTON, HOSKINS Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22633/mb.ashx Message Board Post: BRIGANCE, Mr. Lawrence Of Kalamazoo, MI Died Wednesday evening, April 9, 1908. Lawrence was born August 3, 1918 in Tyler, Missouri, a son of Charles and May (Pullen) Brigance. During WW II, he served with the U.S. Army Air Corp. He had been a Kalamazoo area resident most of his life and was employed with K.V.P. Sutherland Company for 40 years, retiring in 1984. He was a member of the Kalamazoo Masonic Lodge. Following his retirement, he loved traveling, bowling and dancing with his wife, Eleanor. He was preceded in death by his parents; his first wife, Marie Brigance on October 31, 1984; and several brothers. In October of 1999, he was united in marriage to Eleanor M. (Taylor) Brigance, who survives. Also surviving, three children, Melanie (Rodney) Nagel of Richland, Larry Scott (Brenda) Brigance of Delton and Shelley (Lynn) Wall of Paw Paw; six grandchildren, Lacey and John Nagel, Kyle and Keith Brigance and Greg and Lynsey Wall; two great-grandchildren, Allison and Brooklyn; two sisters, Margaret Hamilton of Ka! lamazoo and Eva Lou Hoskins of Steele, MO; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. Services will be held 11 o'clock Saturday at the Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Memorial Chapel, 622 S. Burdick St. Visitation will be 6-8 PM Friday. Interment will be in Mt. Ever-Rest Cemetery. Memorials may be directed to the West Michigan Cancer Center or the Kalamazoo Humane Society. The family also extends their appreciation to Loretta Marble of Knotts Landing for her compassionate care. www.langelands.com. 269-343-1508. Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette from 4/11/2008 - 4/12/2008. (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: WOLFE, SINGLETARY, MENTOR, WAGNER, CURRIE, SNYDER, BEACH Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22632/mb.ashx Message Board Post: WOLFE, Mrs. Margaret L. Kalamazoo, MI Loving wife, mother, friend, passed away Friday afternoon April 11, 2008. Margaret was born June 24, 1918 in Kalamazoo the daughter of William and Anna (Singletary) Mentor and has been a lifelong Kalamazoo area resident. She was a wonderful stay at home Mom and worked at Borgess Hospital for a short time. Margaret was preceded in death by her parents; William her loving husband of 46 years in 1982; a sister, Lucille; a brother, Edwin; a granddaughter, Michelle in 1987; a great-granddaughter, Michelle; and friends, Nick Blaauw and Henry Deckker. She is survived by sons, Richard (Marilyn) Wolfe of Portage and Lee Wolfe of Kalamazoo; five grandchildren, Lorie (John) Wolfe Wagner, Christopher (LaNita) Wolfe, Eric (Tayna) Wolfe, Mary (Bryan) Currie, and Tammy (Christopher) Snyder; six great-grandchildren, William Wolfe, Alisha Wolfe, Grace Wolfe Wagner, Josh Beach, and Allan and Daniel Currie; a great-great-grandchild, Josh Beach Jr.; special friend, Ginger Joyce; and several ni! eces and nephews. Graveside services will be held 10 o'clock Monday in Mt. Ever-Rest Cemetery. There will be no visitation. Memorials may be directed to Hospice Care of Southwest Michigan. Arrangements were made by the Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Memorial Chapel, 622 S. Burdick St. www.langelands.com. Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 4/13/2008. (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: TINDALL, WHITNEY Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22631/mb.ashx Message Board Post: TINDALL, Katheryn G. Of Kalamazoo Passed away April 5, 2008 at Rose Arbor Hospice Residence. Katheryn was born April 13, 1944 in Battle Creek, MI, the daughter of Homer and Virginia (Whitney) Tindall and was a resident of Galesburg for most of her life. She was employed at Designware (Beach Products) from 1979 until her retirement in 2004. Surviving is her long time friend and caretaker, Karen VanMeekeren of Galesburg. Katheryn was preceded in death by her best friend, her dog Rusty. She loved nature and animals and is survived by her current pet, Sandy. Katheryn also enjoyed reading, needlepoint, bird watching and especially going on the bus trips with her friends from Weatherstone Village. A memorial service will be held at 1:00 o'clock Tuesday, April 15th in the Clubhouse at Weatherstone Village, 5225 N. 25th St. with Pastor John Sparks, officiating. Graveside services for inurnment of cremains will follow at the family plot in Oak Grove Cemetery, Galesburg. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may! be made to Rose Arbor Hospice Residence. Arrangements by Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Galesburg Chapel, 145 W. Battle Creek St. (269-343-1508) www.langelands.com Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 4/13/2008. (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.