This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: WHL44 Surnames: SCHRAM, STRONG, NASON, PARDEE, WILEY Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22630/mb.ashx Message Board Post: SCHRAM, Norene L. Age 94 Of Kalamazoo Passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 10, 2008 at Rose Arbor Hospice. She was born Dec. 14, 1913 in Detroit, MI. She leaves behind two daughters, Linda Strong of Schoolcraft, MI and Kathleen Everrett Nason of Vicksburg, MI; four grandchildren and three great-grandchildren; two sisters, Patricia Pardee of Comstock, MI and Loretta Wiley of Galesburg, MI; as well as many nieces and nephews. Mrs. Schram retired from Fort James Co. after 19 years of service. A memorial service will be held 1 PM on Wednesday, April 16, 2008 at St. Mary's Catholic Church, 929 Charlotte Ave., Kalamazoo, MI. A gathering with the family will be held immediately following services at the Father Bart Center. Memorials may be donated to the Rose Arbor Hospice of Kalamazoo MI. 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: MCCAIN, ANDERSON, PURCELL, PORTER, TRANO Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22629/mb.ashx Message Board Post: McCAIN, James A. Age 75 Of Richland Went to be with the Lord, April 10, 2008 following an extended illness. He was born in Detroit, MI on March 30, 1933. He was son of Ward and Earleen (Anderson) McCain. He was a veteran of the United States Army and served as a Paratrooper in the Korean War. He graduated from Western Michigan University where he met his wife of 51 years, Judith (Purcell) and was married in August of 1956. Surviving are his wife Judy, two children; son Michael, wife Tytins from Alma, Arkansas, daughter Susan Porter and John Porter of Richland, Michigan. Sisters Marilyn (Carl) Trano; Grace (William) Porter of Livona, MI and several nieces, nephews, and six grandchildren, he especially loved his six grandchildren. They were a true highlight and joy in his life. He was a realtor for most of his career in the Kalamazoo area and was involved in community service. He was a life member of the Kalamazoo Board of Realtors, Kalamazoo Civil Air Patrol and member of the Gull Lake Area Rotary Club. As a g! raduate of WMU he became involved with several campus activities affiliations. He was a man of great faith and belief in God, member of Calvary Bible Church of Kalamazoo and who served in leadership roles with other religious organizations in the community. Jim was known by many for his sense of humor and jovial nature. He was always quick with a smile and a positive attitude which he shared with many in need. His favorite saying was "Never a problem, always an opportunity." He loved to boat and sail. When younger he was an avid water skier. He truly enjoyed any water related activities and spent many days enjoying time with his family and friends on Gull Lake in Richland. He was a man of great moral character and will be truly missed. In accordance with his wishes cremation has taken place. Family graveside services and interment will be at Fort Custer National Cemetery in Augusta on Tuesday, April 15, 2008 at 11:30 AM. A Memorial Service will follow Tuesday afternoon at 2! :00 PM at Calvary Bible Church, 855 S. Drake Road in Kalamazoo. Pastor Bryan Craddock officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to Calvary Bible Church, Gull Lake Area Rotary, or charity of choice. Arrangements by REDMOND Funeral Home 4100 S. Westnedge- 343-6156 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: LOWMAN, RUPERT, FALLS, KROHN, MCDANIEL, CUSANO, ARCAND Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22628/mb.ashx Message Board Post: LOWMAN, Georgia Ellen Of Kalamazoo Went to join her loving husband on April 5, 2008. She was born December 14, 1935 in Clinton, IN, to Curtis and Mary (Rupert) Falls. Surviving are three siblings, David (Dolly) Falls, Mary (Robert) Krohn and Butch Falls; four children, Melody McDaniel, Cindy (Paul) Cusano, Eric Lowman, Dawn (Keith) Arcand; 17 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren. She liked playing yahtzee, cards and gardening. She was a wonderful cook and a great and loving mother and grandmother who will be loved and missed by everyone. Visitation will be Monday 2-4 & 6-8 PM at the Langeland Family Funeral Home, Memorial Chapel, 622 S. Burdick St. A Graveside Service will be held 11:00 AM Tuesday at Mt. Ever-Rest North Cemetery. 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.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: WHL44 Surnames: LELAND, ANDERSON, HALL, GRAHAM, HOWELL, PAGEL Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22627/mb.ashx Message Board Post: LELAND, Flora L. Age 91 Of Richland, MI Formerly of Columbia, TN Died at Borgess Medical Center on Saturday, April 12, 2008. She was born on December 12, 1916 in Quincy, MI to Will and Zettie (Anderson) Hall. She grew up and lived as a young adult in and near Columbia, TN. and moved to Michigan with her husband and daughter in 1949. Flora retired in 1979 from Universal Die Cast in Saline, MI where she was employed for 30 years. Although she lived in Michigan for more than 30 years, her heart was always in the South. She moved back to Columbia when she retired. Flora was married to Clyde C. Leland on December 3, 1939. She was preceded in death in 1972 by Clyde, her husband and by three sisters and two brothers. Surviving are her daughter, Felecia L. "Rusty" (Pete) Graham of Richland, MI; two grandsons, Peter L. (Sherry) Graham of Pinckney, MI and Christopher B. (Kristi) Graham of Kalamazoo, MI; five great-grandchildren, Connor, Sean, Lily, Gabriel and Samuel; two sisters, Frances Howell and Helen (Wayne) Pagel both of Columbia, TN; and by! two brothers, Volter "Buck" (Frances) Hall and Wallace "Jim" Hall both of Columbia, TN. Early in her life she took responsibility for her brothers and sisters. That responsibility and love continued throughout her life, and expanded to include all the many family members that she knew and loved. She was a skilled seamstress and a gardener who could grow anything. Flora will be laid to rest beside her husband, Clyde, in Oakwood Cemetery in Saline, MI. Memorial services to celebrate Flora's life will be held at Oakes & Nichols Funeral Home in Columbia, TN. Time and date will be announced later. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society. www.farleyestesdowdle.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: HINKLEY, CHRISCOE, NUYEN, GALIGER, PRYSON, HANNA Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22626/mb.ashx Message Board Post: HINKLEY, Edwin A. Sr. Portage Edwin died Tuesday evening, April 8, 2008, at the V.A. Hospital in Ann Arbor, MI. He was born December 26, 1927 in Port Jervis, New York, the son of Edwin and Gladuys Hinkley. After several years of traveling across the country working as an ironworker on bridges and military fortifications, he moved his family to the Kalamazoo area where he lived for over 40 years and where he became co-owner of Portage Steel Fabricating. Edwin was a World War II veteran of the US Army. He was a former member of the Saladin Temple, past president of the Kalamazoo Shrine Club, former member of the AASR, former participant in the Desert Sheik and Camel patrols, former President of the German-American Club and a member of the Kalamazoo Masonic Anchor Lodge # 22 at the time of his passing. Edwin is preceded in death by his parents and siblings. Surviving are: a daughter, Dee Chriscoe of Portage, a son, Ed (Linda) Hinkley Jr. of Schoolcraft; four grandchildren, Michelle Nuyen, Nicole (Mike) Gal! iger, Michelle Pryson and Kelly (Chris) Hanna; nine great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews and close friends. Cremation has taken place. Family will be present at visitation to be held Wednesday, April 16, 2008 from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Portage Chapel, 411 E. Centre Ave. and a memorial service will be held at 12:00 noon Thursday, April 17 at the Portage Chapel. Interment will follow in Fort Custer National Cemetery with full military honors. Memorials should be directed to the Shriner's Hospital for Children, 4200 Saladin Dr. SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49546 or a charity of your choice. 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.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: WHL44 Surnames: HEINZ Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22625/mb.ashx Message Board Post: HEINZ, Harriett Anne Of Livermore Harriett Heinz entered into rest April 8, 2008 at the age of 81 in Livermore, California. She was a loving mother to Mark, Michael, and Val, grandmother to five grandchildren, and sister to two brothers and one sister. She is preceded in death by her husband, Val Heinz. There will be a private viewing 10:00AM on Saturday April 12, 2008. Callaghan Mortuary 3833 East Ave. Livermore, CA 94550 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: CHANDLER, GARSKE, WILLIAMS, COOMER, CUTLER Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22624/mb.ashx Message Board Post: CHANDLER, John R. Of Gilbertsville, KY Formerly of Kalamazoo/ Vicksburg, MI Passed away Sunday, March 30, 2008 at Lourdes Hospital, Paduach, KY after a brief illness. Born August 23, 1949 in Kalamazoo, MI. Preceded in death by parents, James Eugene (Gene) and Betty Eileen (Garske) Chandler. He attended St. Joseph Grade School and graduated from Loy Norrix High School. Also attended Western Michigan University. For the last 17 years, he was a supervisor for West Lake PVC in Calvert City, KY. Before that he worked locally for H.B. Fuller and Simpson Paper. On September 28, 1974, he was united in marriage to his wife, Nancy S. (Williams) Chandler, who survives. Also surviving are daughter, Carrie (Shane) Coomer of Possum Trot, KY; sons, Andrew Chandler of Groton, Conn, Patrick Chandler of Gilbertsville, KY; sister, Lynda Cutler of Kalamazoo, MI; brothers, Michael (Jan) Chandler of Kentwood, MI, Dennis (Carol) Chandler of Portage, MI; aunt, Vivian Chandler of Portage, MI; mother-in-law, Sarah Williams of Calvert City, KY; several nieces and nephews. In! terests included: cooking, hunting and fishing. Former board member and hunter safety instructor with the Kalamazoo Rod & Gun Club. He loved Northern Michigan, it held special place in his heart, specifically the family cabin - "The Gates of Heaven" - near Mancelona, MI. Cremation has taken place and a reunion of family and friends will be held later this summer. Memorial contributions to: the American Heart Association, American Cancer Society or the Kalamazoo Rod & Gun Club Youth Hunter Safety Class. 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: BREWER, WITTMER, TROXEL, DUDGEON, MULLIN Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22623/mb.ashx Message Board Post: BREWER, Ruth Marie Of Kalamazoo Ruth passed away Thursday April 10, 2008. She was born July 26, 1917, in LaCrosse, Indiana, the daughter of Edward and Mary (Wittmer) Troxel and has been a Kalamazoo resident since 1942. She was employed for many years as a library clerk at Kalamazoo Central High School. Ruth also enjoyed working in the libraries at the church and Friendship Village. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Kalamazoo. Ruth was known for her warmth, friendliness and generosity among her many friends and for her unwavering love of her family. On August 19, 1940, she was united in marriage to John Monroe Brewer who preceded her in death on January 15, 2002. Also preceding her in death were her parents, a sister and four brothers. Surviving are her children, Annette (James) Dudgeon of Tuscaloosa, AL, Charlotte (John) Mullin of Overland Park, KS, and John E. (Carol) Brewer of Clarence, NY; grandchildren, Michael (Lori) Dudgeon, Brian (Carlye) Dudgeon, Andrew Mullin, Peter Mullin,! Adam Brewer and Katherine Brewer; great-grandchildren, Brandon, Matthew, Daniel and Elizabeth Dudgeon. A Memorial Service to celebrate Ruth's life will be held at 1:00 PM Tuesday, April 15 at the First United Methodist Church (212 S. Park St.) with Rev. Dr. Douglas Vernon and Rev. Sandra Elfring officiating. Following the memorial service the family will receive friends from 2:30 to 3:30 PM in the KIVA at Friendship Village (1400 N. Drake Rd.) for a time of food and fellowship. Memorials in Ruth's memory may be directed to the First United Methodist Church, the Friendship Village Employee's Fund, or the Friendship Village Library Fund. Arrangements by Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Memorial Chapel, 622 S. Burdick Street. 343-1508, www.langelands.com (Posted by a VOLUNTEER-NO family connection) Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: philipffej Surnames: Waud Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/4352.2.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: The following Waud's are buried in Riverside Cemetery, City of Kalamazoo. Anna M. dates of burial 5/27/1893 Edith 10/2/1901 Edward Eugene 3/19/1934 Edward M. 12/26/1969 Francis E. 9/17/1888 Frederick John 6/23/1958 John M. 1/17/1884 Marmaduke 12/29/1913 Matilda 10/3/1911 Myrtle 6/17/1979 Violet Opal 7/3/1999 http://www.rootsweb.ancestry.com/~mikccem/recognition.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: WHL44 Surnames: SZEKELY, RAFFERTY, GUINAN, NAHAN Classification: death Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22622/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Kalamazoo County Clerk's Death Record Book 2008, page 781. Mary Elizabeth SZEKELY; age 85; sex Female; race White; DOD 29 March 2008; POD Tendercare of Westwood, Oshtemo Twp; DOB 27 Aug 1922; POB Portage, MI; marital status Widowed; occ Cook-health care; res 869 32nd St, Trowbridge, Allegan; cause Myocardial infarction; father Terrance RAFFERTY; mother Lizzie GUINAN; cremation by Avink Funeral Home, Schoolcraft, MI; informant Suzanne NAHAN of 869 32nd St, daughter. (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: WAUD, MARKER, CHAMBERLIN, CASEY, MERRILL Classification: marriage Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/4352.2/mb.ashx Message Board Post: FYI-Edward Waud (either generation) does not appear in the vital records of Kalamazoo County. The following record does appear, the fact that it occurred in Van Buren Co. might prompt a search there for Wauds. Kalamazoo County Clerk's Marriage Record Book 8, page 167, doc. #14758. Groom Fred J. WAUD; age 37; occ Liveryman; res Kalamazoo, Mich; prev marriages 0; POB Michigan; father Marmaduke WAUD; mother Matilda MARKER. Bride Myrtle B. CHAMBERLIN; age 27; res Kalamazoo, MIch; prev marriages 1; POB Mich; father Spellman CASEY; mother Adelina MERRILL. DOM 30 Sept 1914; POM Hartford, Mich; official D. C. Henshaw, Minister; wits Alva Hoover & Nellie Hoover both of Fennville, Michigan. (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: KREH, BALLARD, DAVID, FRIAR, EDWARDS Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22621/mb.ashx Message Board Post: KREH, Harold C. Age 88 Of Kalamazoo Formerly of Burton Died Wednesday, April 2, 2008 at his residence, Park Place Assisted Living Center. Harold was born, March 13, 1920 in Pigeon, MI. He was preceded in death by his wife, Alice; son, Gary who died in Vietnam; his parents; sisters, Edna, Iva, Inez, Verna and Beatrice; brothers, Oscar, Irvin, Walter and Robert. Surviving are his children, Myrna Kreh of Flint, twin sons, Dale and wife Merle of Mattawan and Dean of Burton; four grandchildren, Stacey and husband Mike Ballard, Amie and husband Victor David, Kristie and husband Tobyn Friar, Layne and wife Tiffany Kreh, and six great-grandchildren. He married Alice Edwards on September 19, 1945 and was a resident of Burton from 1951 until moving to Portage in 1992. He retired from General Motors (AC Plant) in 1977 and was a member of Bentley Wesleyan Church in Burton. Visitation will be Sunday, April 6th from 2-6 PM at Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Westside Chapel, 3926 South 9th St., Kalamazoo . Funeral services will take place on ! Monday, the 7th 11:00 AM at Dodds-Dumanois Funeral Home, 901 Garland St., Flint with a visitation 1-hour prior to services. Rev. Charles Connors will officiate. Burial at Crestwood Memorial Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be sent in Harold's memory, to Portage Free Methodist Church Building Fund or Hospice of Southwest Michigan. www.langelands.com Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 4/4/2008. (Posted by a VOLUNTEER-NO family connection) Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: WHL44 Surnames: NORTHROP, BICKNELL, COASH, MASON, BOLDER Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22620/mb.ashx Message Board Post: NORTHROP, John Theodore Age 92 Of Saline, MI Passed away on April 7, 2008 at the Evangelical Home in Saline. John was born October 23, 1915 in Sherwood, MI, the son of Anna (Bicknell) and John T. Northrop. He was a lifelong resident of Kalamazoo where he graduated from St. Augustine High School. He served in the U.S. Army during WWII as a Staff Sergeant in the Panama Canal Zone and subsequently worked as a carpenter. He was an avid deer hunter and a fan of Notre Dame football. He married Dorothy Coash in 1949 and had four children, John Northrop of Jackson, Joseph Northrop and Anne Marie (Mark) Mason of College Station, Texas and Paula (Arthur) Bolder of Saline, Michigan. He is survived by his children and by one brother, Charles; numerous grandchildren and one great-grandchild. He was preceded in death by his parents and by siblings, Glenn, Joseph, Vincent, Paul and Patricia. Family will receive friends on Sunday, April 13, 2008 from 2-4 and 6-8 PM at REDMOND Funeral Home 4100 S. Westnedge- 343-6156 where a Rosary will be recited at 7 PM. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:30 AM on Monday, April 14, 2008 at St. Augustine Cathedral. Fr. James Richardson, celebrant. Interment will be at 1:30 PM at Ft. Custer National Cemetery, Augusta, MI. Memorial contributions may be made to Hackett Catholic Central or Loaves & Fishes. Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 4/8/2008. (Posted by a VOLUNTEER-NO family connection) Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: WHL44 Surnames: FURNEY, ROMANO Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22619/mb.ashx Message Board Post: FURNEY, David Wilson Of Luther, MI Died on Saturday, April 5, 2008 at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital in Pontiac, MI. Dave was born on May 23, 1939 in Kalamazoo, MI, the son of Delphin and Ruth Furney. He was a graduate of Kalamazoo Central High School, served in the United States Army and retired from Western Electric. Dave moved to Luther, MI in 2001 and enjoyed his acreage, gardening and the surrounding wildlife. Dave is survived by his three sons, Michael Furney (fiance, Mely Garcines) of Columbus, OH, Todd Furney (Mariana Romano) of Chicago, IL and Matthew (Sarah) Furney of Ortonville, MI. He is also survived by one granddaughter, Leah Mae Romano Furney. Dave is survived by two brothers, Irving Furney of Harrison, MI and Craig (Martha) Furney of Kalamazoo and several nieces. Everyone was very special to him. A private interment service will be held on April 25, 2008 at Great Lakes National Cemetery. Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 4/8/2008. (Posted by a VOLUNTEER-NO family connection) Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: WHL44 Surnames: CHALKER, MOORE, EWING, VANTILLBURG Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22618/mb.ashx Message Board Post: CHALKER, Rodney William Of Parchment Rodney was born in Kalamazoo on February 27, 1959 to Ernest William Chalker and Janet Mary (Moore) Chalker. Rodney attended Gull Lake Area Community Schools from 1964 and graduated in 1977. Prior to being disabled in 1999 he was employed with Rushmore Auto Body, Industrial Graphics Services, Middle Earth Graphics all of Kalamazoo, and with Delano Services in Allegan. In 1986 he was joined in marriage to Elaine Ewing. Rodney welcomed Elaine's two children Cheryl and LeAnn into his life with an open heart and mind and raised them along with two additional children Charlie and Heather. Rodney was preceded in death by his grandparents and his mother Janet (Chalker) VanTilburg. Rodney is survived by his children, Cheryl, LeAnn, Charlie, and Heather; Grandchildren Jarret, Sierra, Destinee, and Sage. Funeral services will be held on Saturday at 11:00 AM in the Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Memorial Chapel, 622 S. Burdick St . The family will receive friends at the funeral home on! Thursday and Friday from 5-8 PM. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions should be directed to the Rodney Chalker Memorial Fund, C/O Fifth Third Bank, P.O. Box 301, Richland, MI 49083. www.langelands.com 343-1508 Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 4/3/2008. 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: LUTZKE, ROSE, WARD, RICHARDS Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22617/mb.ashx Message Board Post: LUTZKE, Barbara Lynn (Rose) Age 48 Greenfield, IN Entered life eternal on Thursday, April 3, 2008 at Golden Living Center Brandywine in Greenfield. Born on January 4, 1960 in Hamilton, Ohio, she was the daughter of Thomas and Juanita (Ward) Rose. She graduated from Fairfield Senior High School in 1978. Barbara married Barry S. Lutzke on April 14, 1984. She worked as a day care provider for 18 years before retiring in 2003. Mrs. Lutzke was a member of St. James Lutheran Church in Greenfield. Surviving her are her husband, Barry S. Lutzke of Greenfield; sons, Michael S. and Eric T. Lutzke of Greenfield; mother-in-law, Jacquelyn Richards; father-in-law, Wayne (Pamela) Lutzke; and brothers-in-law, David and Kevin Lutzke. Preceding her in death were her parents and sister-in-law, Kristin Lutzke. Funeral services will be on Saturday, April 5, 2008, at 10:30 AM at St. James Lutheran Church, 1741 S. State St., in Greenfield with visitation from 9:30-10:30 AM before the service. Pastor Joyce Gerwing will be officiating. Burial will ! be at Park Cemetery in Greenfield. Memorial contributions may be made to the Hancock Regional Hospice Building Fund, 801 N. State Rd. 9, Greenfield, IN 46140. Friends may sign the on-line guestbook at www.erleweinmortuary.com or email condolences to sympathy@erleweinmortuary.com. Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 4/4/2008. (Posted by a VOLUNTEER-NO family connnection) 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: SHERWOOD, GUTIERREZ, NIMMO, SMITH, MEADE Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22616/mb.ashx Message Board Post: SHERWOOD, Emma Ann-Doris Emma is joining, in heaven, her Great-Grandpa and Grandma Gutierrez, Great-Grandpa and Grandma Sherwood, and her Great-Grandma Nellie Nimmo. Surviving are her parents, Alecia and Justin Sherwood; sister Jayde; brothers, Dalton and Connor; Her Maternal Great Grandparents, Jose and Marta Gutierrez; Great Grandparents, Jerry and Sylvia Smith; Paternal Great Grandfather, George Nimmo; Maternal Grandparents, Papa Guy (Smith) and "Lita" (Sam Smith); Paternal Grandparents, Papa Daddy (Jay) and Grandma (Judy) Sherwood; Her Uncle Jason (Melissa) Sherwood; Aunt Holly (Bob) Meade, Aunt Danielle Smith, and Aunt Sara Smith. Also Numerous Aunts, Uncles and Cousins. Langeland Chapel Funeral Home- 411 E. Centre Ave. Family Visitation, 9:00 AM. Public Visitation, 10:00 AM. Service, 11:00 AM. Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 4/3/2008. (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: SCHMIDT, HESSE, VANDERWEG, PUGH Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22615/mb.ashx Message Board Post: SCHMIDT, Mari L. Age 60 Of Portage Passed away on April 2, 2008 at Bronson Hospital. Mari was born on January 12, 1948 in Muskegon, MI the daughter of the late William and Lucille (Hesse) VanderWeg. Mari was united in marriage with Ernest Schmidt, Jr. on November 14, 1969. She was a devoted wife and mother. She was a nurse at Bronson Hospital, retiring in 1997. Her family was most important to her. Mari was an avid sports fan especially of U of M. Surviving is her husband, Ernest to whom she was married for 38 years; two children, Brian and Renee Schmidt both of Kalamazoo; two brothers, James (Marcia) VanderWeg and Marvin (Susan) VanderWeg; two sisters, Jeanne (Norman) Pugh and Laurel VanderWeg; several nieces, nephews and extended family members. Family and friends will be received on Friday, April 4, 2008 from 2-4 and 6-8 PM at REDMOND Funeral Home 4100 S. Westnedge- 343-6156 where Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, April 5, 2008 at 2:00 PM. Reverend Richard Welscott officiating. Private interment will be held on Monday, April 7, 2008 at Ft. Custer National Cemetery, Augusta. Memorial contributions may be made to Pine Rest DD Endowment Fund c/o Laurel VanderWeg. Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 4/3/2008. (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: MEYERS, WYANT, ROHM, SLATER, PORTER Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22614/mb.ashx Message Board Post: MEYERS, Juanita M. Of Kalamazoo Juanita passed away peacefully, early Tuesday morning, April 1, 2008 at Borgess Medical Center with her family by her side. She was born February 26, 1925 in Fremont, OH, one of four children to William and Jeanette (Wyant) Rohm. Preceding her in death are her husband, Donald E. Meyers on September 27, 1978; and her parents. Surviving are her four children, Donna (Emerson) Slater of Portage, Ron (Di) Meyers of Kalamazoo, Robb (Marrla) Meyers of Kalamazoo, and Brad Meyers of Plainwell; 14 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren; eight great-great-grandchildren; two sisters, Betty (James) Porter of Payette, ID, and Bonnie Rohm of Portage; one brother, Harlan (Maureen) Rohm of Benton Harbor; and several nieces and nephews. Private family graveside services were held in Grand Prairie Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be directed to the Dream Center, 1122 Portage St., Kalamazoo, MI 49001. Arrangements by Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Memorial Chapel, 622 S. Burdick St. www.la! ngelands.com Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 4/3/2008. (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: GREEN, COON, COVEY, MCCANN, ALLEY, SCHAUER, DOBRATZ, SHAVER, EWING, WESTBROOK, MUINCH Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22613/mb.ashx Message Board Post: GREEN, Mr. Budford "Bud" J. North Ft. Myers, FL Bud Green, age 85, passed away Monday morning, March 31, 2008 in Ft. Myers, Florida. He was born April 2, 1922, in Kalamazoo, Michigan, the son of Ainsworth and Neva (Coon) Green. During WWII he served with the U.S. Army 78th Lightening Division, 903rd Field Artillery where he was awarded the Bronze Star for Meritorious achievement. He had been a lifelong Kalamazoo area resident where he owned Green Radio Sales and Services for 40 years; retiring in 1978. He then started KAV Rental with his family until his retirement to Florida. Bud will be remembered as the "Mayor of Washington Square". Bud was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church; Kalamazoo Optimist Club; Ambucs, Advisory Committee of the Kalamazoo Airport and the American Legion Post #36. He was also a Past President of the 78th Division Association; Kalamazoo Appliance and T.V. Dealers Association; the Washington Square Business League and the O.O.M.A. Breakfast Group. He was preceded in death by his parents; his firs! t wife, Helen L. Green on March 28, 1996; and his sister, Phyllis Covey. On December 16, 1998, he was married to Geraldine "Gerry" (McCann-Alley) Green who survives. Also surviving, five children, Suzanne Schauer, Dianne (Jon) Dobratz, David (Sue) Green, Lorianne (Tim) Shaver and Timothy (Ava) Green all of Kalamazoo. Three Step-children, Cheryl Ewing and Christine Westbrook of Lawton and Ruth Ann (Paul) Muinch of Fulton, MI, a brother-in-law, Richard Covey of Kalamazoo and several nieces, nephews and cousins. He was most proud of his 21 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren. Services will be held at 2 o'clock Saturday, April 5, 2008 at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 936 Lake St. Visitation will be 2-4 PM and 6-8 PM on Friday, April 4, 2008, at Langeland Funeral Home Memorial Chapel, 622 S. Burdick St. Private interment will take place at a later date. Memorials may be directed to the Hospice Care of S.W. Michigan or Hope Hospice & Community Services of N. Ft. Myers due to t! heir volunteer involvement in Florida. www.langelands.com. 343-1508. Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 4/3/2008. (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.