This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: WHL44 Surnames: SLAGER, LOUIS, CARUSO, HOLDRIDGE Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22543/mb.ashx Message Board Post: SLAGER, Philip E. Age 72 Of Fulton Died Sunday, March 16, 2008 at his Climax Township home. He was born on July 22, 1935 to Cornelius and Roberta (Louis) Slager. Phil married Rosemarie Caruso on July 18, 1955. She survives along with three sons, Dan Slager (Nancy), Jim Slager (Lisa) and Tom Slager; seven grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; sister, Pat Holdridge (Lloyd) and brother, Scott Slager. Cremation has been conducted. A private memorial service will be held at a later date. Online register and condolences may be left at: www.eickhofffuneralhome.com Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 3/18/2008. (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: KERRY, HAMMOND, KOVACS, ASHLEY, CANIZALEZ, STAMPS, CRUSSE, TERPENNING, MAGIERA, KROLCZYK, SHARPE Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22542/mb.ashx Message Board Post: KERRY, Mr. John "Jack" M. Age 90 Kalamazoo Died March 15, 2008. Jack was born in Flint, MI on Oct. 31, 1917 the son of Jefferson and Neva (Hammond) Kerry. He was a veteran of WWII having served in the Army. He repaired furniture at Leath's Furniture for over 30 years. Jack was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church, where he did volunteer work, was involved with Knights of Columbus, Boy Scouts of America for over 40 years, Meals on Wheels, Big Brothers, also was a volunteer at the Red Cross, and Portage Senior Center. He and Jeannette square danced and traveled all over the country as well as Europe & British Isles with the square dancers. His greatest joy was giving other people fruits, vegetables and especially paper plates & napkins. Jack is survived by his wife Jeanette whom he married Sept. 18, 1943: Children: John Kerry, Lee (Carol) Kerry, Lynne Kovacs, Bill (Diane Purgiel) Kerry, and Pattie Ashley, eight Grandchildren: Anita (Victor) Canizalez, Maggie (Will) Stamps, Jason (Dorothy) Kovacs, Cassie (Justin) Crus! se, Melissa Kerry, John (Julie) Kerry, Michael (Tammy) Ashley and La Londa (Terry) Terpenning, 29 Great Grandchildren, Sister-in-law & Brother-in-law Gene & Mae Magiera, Sisters-in-law Gen Krolczyk, Mae Sharpe and Isabelle Sharpe, numerous nieces & nephews. According to his wishes cremation has taken place. There will be no visitation. Memorial Mass will be held Saturday, April 5, 2008 at 11:00 AM at St. Joseph Catholic Church Msgrs. William Fitzgerald and Michael Hazard Celebrants. Arrangements by: REDMOND Funeral Home 4100 S. Westnedge, 343-6156 Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 3/18/2008. (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: JULIAN, BILLS, MCDANIEL, ROCHFORD, FRAME Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22541/mb.ashx Message Board Post: JULIAN, SSG. David D. Was killed March 10, 2008 while serving with the 1-64 Armor 3rd Infantry Division in Iraq. He was born June 15, 1976, to Wally and Bonnie Bills Julian. He attended school in Evanston and graduated from Evanston High School in 1994. In May 1998, he enlisted in the United State Army. While in the Army he completed tours in Macedonia, Korea and three tours in Iraq. He met and married the love of his life, Erin McDaniel, in Ludowici, Georgia. The light of his life was born in December. David was able to spent 18 wonderful awe filled days with his little Lizzie before going back to Iraq. David was an avid hunter and fisherman. He loved any kind of fishing and was enjoying being near the coast so that he could enjoy shark fishing. He loved Wyoming and had plans to return there in the next couple of years with his family. David is survived by his wife, Erin Julian and his daughter, Elizabeth Julian; his parents and his step-mother, Lynn Julian; his siblings, Eric (Jennifer) Julian,! SSG Mark Julian, Chris (Tara) Julian, Mistee (Corey) Rochford, Becki (Alex) Frame and Kellee Julian. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews, friends and family. Funeral and Military honors will be on Wednesday, March 19, 2008 at 11:00 AM in the Machine Shop in Evanston, Wyoming. Friends may call at the Crandall Funeral Home on Tuesday evening from 6 to 8 PM. Interment will follow in the Evanston City Cemetery. Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 3/18/2008. (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: HUGHES, RICE, LANPHEAR, BRIGGS, WILLRICH, BURRMA, COVINGTON, BAILEY, ABBOTT Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22540/mb.ashx Message Board Post: HUGHES, Mrs. Cleo M. Of Marshall, MI Formerly of Kalamazoo Died Sunday evening, March 16, 2008. Cleo was born August 6, 1912 in Hartford, Michigan, a daughter of Charles and Nettie (Rice) Lanphear. She had been a Kalamazoo area resident most of her life and was a member of Westwood Church of God for many years. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Earl A. Hughes on June 21, 1993; an adopted sister, Gladys Briggs and her step-mother, Edith Lanphear. She is survived by a daughter, Lois Willrich of Marshall, MI; two grandchildren, Bryan Burrma of Kalamazoo and Adele (Lee) Covington of Marshall; five great-grandchildren, Laura Bailey, Meria Abbott, and Elena, Eric, and David Burrma and two great-great-grandchildren, Makayla and Joshua Bailey. Services will be held 1 o'clock Thursday at the Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Memorial Chapel, 622 S. Burdick St. Visitation will be 6-8 PM Wednesday. Private interment will be in Prospect Lake Cemetery. Memorials may be directed to the Marshall Wesleyan Church. 269-343-1508. www.langelands.com. Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 3/18/2008. (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: GUARISCO, CHESWORTH, ELKINS, OVERHISER Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22539/mb.ashx Message Board Post: GUARISCO, Garey A. Of Kalamazoo Went to be with The Lord Friday, March 14, 2008 as a result of an automobile accident. Garey was born February 27, 1951 in Kalamazoo, to Carmen and JoAnne Guarisco. Garey was united in marriage to Sheila Chesworth in Grand Rapids, October 16, 1994, who survives him. Garey served his country as a Vietnam Veteran, until honorably discharged in 1972. He loved his family and the outdoors, especially hunting and fishing. He also enjoyed woodworking in his shop. Garey is survived by his children, Ashley Elkins of Rochester, MN and Michael (Melissa) Elkins of Bellingham, WA; his mother; brothers, Dan (Brenda) Guarisco and Steve Guarisco; sisters, Linda Guarisco and Cathy (Ed) Overhiser and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father. Family will greet friends on Wednesday, March 19th from 2-4 and 6-8PM at Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Memorial Chapel, 622 S. Burdick Street, Kalamazoo . Funeral services will be held Thursday, 11:00 o'clock at the First Chur! ch of the Nazarene, 5625 Oakland Dr., Portage, Pastor Douglas McVay, officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be sent to the American Heart Association. www.langelands.com 269-343-1508 Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 3/18/2008. (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: DALLA, SIMON, SEEBURG, LINIHAM Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22496.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: DALLA, Stephen Age 91 Of Kalamazoo, MI Passed away March 15, 2008 at Borgess Medical Center. Steve was born in Kalamazoo on February 26, 1917, the son of Stephen and Velma (Simon) Dalla. He was a veteran of WWII, having served in the Army as a Chaplain's Assistant. He retired in 1978 from Upjohn Co. Steve was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church Men's Club and the American Legion where he volunteered at Senior Services. His wife, Margaret, preceded him in death on July 28, 1988, along with a daughter, Joan M. Dalla on November 20, 2000. Two children survive him, Mary K. Dalla of Haslett, MI and Michael R. Dalla of Portage; three grandchildren, Michael, Jr., Benjamin and Steve; niece, Cathy Seeburg and nephew, Richard Liniham. Friends will be received today from 2PM to 4PM and 6PM to 8PM. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Wednesday, March 19, 2008 at 10:30AM at St. Mary's Catholic Church with Father David Grondz as celebrant. Memorials may be made to Joan's Education Foundation. Arrangements by the: REDMOND Funeral Home 4100 S. Westnedge- 343-6156 Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette from 3/16/2008 - 3/18/2008. (Posted by a VOLUNTEER-NO family connection) Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: WHL44 Surnames: BAILEY, MUNROE, MANULIAK Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22538/mb.ashx Message Board Post: BAILEY, Trevor R. Of Texas Township Passed away suddenly Sunday evening, March 16, 2008. Trevor was born October 3, 1975 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada the son of Russell and Susan (Munroe) Bailey. Trevor began his service in law enforcement with the Lawrence Police Department and currently was employed as a Deputy Sheriff with the Van Buren County Sheriff's Department. He also enjoyed hockey, scuba diving, his dogs-Harley and Bear; and spending time with his family. He is survived by his parents, Russell (Susan) Bailey; twin brother, Michael (Jessica) Bailey; his sister, Tracy Bailey; maternal grandparents, Bill (Win) Munroe; two nephews, Cole and Grayson Bailey; an uncle, Dave (Wendy) Manuliak; and several cousins, extended family members, and friends. A service to celebrate Trevor's life will be held 2:00PM Friday at the Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Westside Chapel, 3926 South 9th Street. Friends may meet the family Thursday evening from 5-8PM at the Westside chapel. Private family interment will be at a l! ater date. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the Michigan Concerns of Police Survivors, PO Box 251, Anchorville, MI, 48804. www.langelands.com Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 3/18/2008. (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: TREADWELL Classification: death Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22537/mb.ashx Message Board Post: TREADWELL, Elder Eugene Age 58 Of Kalamazoo, MI Departed this life Sunday, March 16, 2008. Services will be announced later by the Harper Funeral Home, 521 Douglas Avenue, 342-1000. www.harperfuneralhomeinc.com Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 3/19/2008. (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: SPARKS, SLAGER, DEY, WILLEY, MOSHER, WILEY Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22536/mb.ashx Message Board Post: SPARKS, Wilma J. Of Portage Passed away March 18, 2008 at Tendercare of Portage. Wilma was born July 2, 1925 in Comstock, MI, the daughter of Jacob and Katherine (Slager) Dey and was a lifelong resident of the Kalamazoo area. She graduated from Kalamazoo Christian High School and was employed at Gilmore's Department Store and later at the Upjohn Company. She was a member of the Lakeland Reformed Church where she served as a Stephen's Minister for 10 years. Wilma loved traveling and camping and spending time with family and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Glenn Sparks in 1985 and preceded by a son, Ronald Sparks. Surviving are three children, Janet Willey, Susan Sparks of Portage and Marilyn (Scott) Mosher of Portage; five grandchildren, Cameron Wiley, Gerard Wiley, Kathryn Mosher, Niki Sparks and Kenny Sparks; several great-grandchildren and cousins. Services will be held at 11:00 o'clock Saturday at Lakeland Reformed Church with the Rev. Ed Schmidt and the Rev. Michael Drew, offici! ating. A luncheon will follow at the church with a private committal service to follow at Mt. Ever-Rest Cemetery. Friends may meet the family Friday from 4-7 PM at the Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Portage Chapel, 411 E. Centre Ave. Memorial contributions in Wilma's memory may be made to the Kalamazoo Gospel Mission, First Reformed Church of Portage or the Lakeland Reformed Church. You may sign the register book and leave a condolence to the family at www.langelands.com (269-343-1508) Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 3/19/2008. (Posted by a VOLUNTEER-NO family connection) (POSTER'S NOTE:Because the name appears in the obituary with two spellings, both Willey and Wiley were included) 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: LANE Classification: death Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22535/mb.ashx Message Board Post: LANE, Jennifer Of Kalamazoo Born July 23, 1962 in Oconto Falls, Wisconsin. Passed March 16, 2008 in Grand Rapids, Michigan. A gathering of remembrance will take place Friday, March 21, 2008, 1:00 PM at the Williams-Gores Funeral Home, Delton. Do not stand at my grave and weep. I am not there. I do not sleep. I am a thousand winds that blow. I am the diamond glints on snow. I am the sunlight on ripened grain. I am the gentle autumn's rain. When you awaken in the morning's hush, I am the swift uplifting rush of quiet birds in circled flight. I am the soft star that shines at night. Do not stand at my grave and cry. I am not there. I did not die. Life is not the same without you Jen, and we can't help it, we still shed a few tears daily. We shall always love you and miss you. Your loving family and forever friends. Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 3/19/2008. (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: GRADY Classification: death Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22534/mb.ashx Message Board Post: GRADY, Mr. Ricky Age 49 Of Kalamazoo, MI Departed this life Tuesday, March 18, 2008. Services will be announced later by the Harper Funeral Home, 521 Douglas Avenue, 342-1000. www.harperfuneralhomeinc.com Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 3/19/2008. (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: CHARLESTON Classification: death Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22533/mb.ashx Message Board Post: CHARLESTON, Alfred Glen Of Kalamazoo Departed this life on Tuesday, March 18, 2008. Complete arrangements will be announced by the: WHITLEY MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME 330 North Westnedge Ave. Kalamazoo, Michigan 49007 (269) 488-2401 www.whitleymemorial funeralhome.com Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 3/19/2008. (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: WHITTEN Classification: death Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22532/mb.ashx Message Board Post: WHITTEN, Mrs. Catherine Age 72 Of Kalamazoo, MI Departed this life Saturday, March 15, 2008. Services will be held 11:00 AM Saturday, with a 10:00 AM family hour at the Harper Funeral Home, 521 Douglas Avenue, 342-1000. Friends may view 3-6 PM Friday at the funeral home. Expressions of sympathy may be sent to Mrs. Whitten's guestbook at: www.harperfuneralhomeinc.com Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 3/20/2008. (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: STUMBAUGH, BRITSCHGE, COMPTON, SNOW Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22531/mb.ashx Message Board Post: STUMBAUGH, Mr. John J. "Jake" Of Kalamazoo Passed away peacefully Tuesday afternoon, March 18, 2008 at home following a 4-1/2 month struggle with cancer. Jake was born in the small town of Fredericktown, MO, July 9, 1925, the son of Ralph & Marie (Britschge) Stumbaugh. With his parents, he moved to Topeka, Kansas and he served his country in the Army Air Force 453rd Bomber Group, 735th Squadron, during WW II. Following the war, he moved to Omaha, Nebraska where he met his wife to be. On Nov. 21, 1953, he married Betty A. Compton, who preceded him in death on Aug. 2, 1998. He was also preceded in death by his brother, Ralph W. Stumbaugh, Jr. Jake was instrumental in bringing Mich. Nebraska Transit Co. to Kalamazoo and was a trucker with Graff Trucking, and was a member of the Teamsters Local #7 Retirees Club. Jake was an extraordinary man who had many friends and acquaintances and will always be remembered for his kindness and generosity to all of them. Surviving are his daughter, Roxann Snow, with whom he made his h! ome and "grandson", Boomer. Services will be held 11 o'clock Saturday morning in the mausoleum chapel of Mt. Ever-Rest Memorial Park with Rev. Preston Porter, officiating and with military honors by Comstock VFW Post #6252, of which he was a member, and the Army National Guard. Friends will be received at the funeral home from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 on Friday at JOLDERSMA & KLEIN 917 S. Burdick 343-2628 Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 3/20/2008. (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: SKELDING, BUETTNER, ALDAG Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22530/mb.ashx Message Board Post: SKELDING, Frances F. Of Kalamazoo Mrs. Skelding passed away Tuesday afternoon, March 18, 2008 at Borgess Medical Center. She was born July 9, 1921 in Centralia, IL, one of four children to August and Magdalene (Buettner) Aldag. Frances was employed by The Upjohn Co. for over 10 years, until her retirement in 1988. She was a member of Zion Lutheran Church, enjoyed shopping, traveling and spending time with her family. In 1944, she was united in marriage to Donald Skelding, who preceded her in death on August 29, 1985. Also preceding her in death were her parents; one brother, Robert Aldag and one sister, Edna. Surviving are two sons, Jim Skelding of Kalamazoo and Tom Skelding of Ishpeming; one daughter, Peg Skelding of Kalamazoo and one sister, Bernice of St. Louis, MO. Funeral services for Mrs. Skelding will be at 10:30 AM on Monday at Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Memorial Chapel, 622 S. Burdick Street, with Pastor Louis Grother, officiating. Interment will follow in Ft. Custer National Cemetery. Friends! may visit with the family from 2-5 PM on Sunday at the funeral home. As an expression of sympathy, memorial contributions may be directed to Kalamazoo Humane Society. www.langelands.com 269-343-1508. Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 3/20/2008. (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: CARTER, FREEMAN Classification: death Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22529/mb.ashx Message Board Post: FREEMAN-CARTER, Mother Beatrice Of Kalamazoo A homegoing celebration will take place on Friday, March 21, 2008 at 12 noon from the Rock of Ages C.O.G.I.C with Supt. Walter Williams, officiating. Mother Carter will lay in-state beginning at 11 AM at the church until service time. Burial will take place in Mt. Ever-Rest Memorial Park. Professional and affordable services rendered by the: WHITLEY MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME 330 N. WESTNEDGE AVE. (269) 488-2401 www.whitleymemorial funeralhome.com Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 3/20/2008. (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: CORTRIGHT, SMITH Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22528/mb.ashx Message Board Post: CORTRIGHT, Betty Ruth (Smith) Of Kalamazoo, MI Betty Cortright born September 28, 1919, left us on Tuesday, March 18, 2008 at 12:30 AM. She had been suffering from a progressive disease and is now in peace with her Lord and Savior. She is survived by her three children, Larry, David & Diane (Barry) and six grandchildren, James, Shana, Shelby, Kelly, Jason & Victoria. She was preceded in death by her husband, James Cortright and brother, Donald Smith. There will be a memorial service to honor her on Saturday, March 22, 2008 at Calvary Presbyterian Church, 2727 Fernwood Ave., Ann Arbor, Michigan at 10:00 AM. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made by contacting Arbor Hospice at 800-997-9266. Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 3/20/2008. (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: BOWERS Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22527/mb.ashx Message Board Post: BOWERS, Theodore "Ted", Jr. Of Galesburg Passed away March 13, 2008. Memorial service will be held March 20, 2008 at Galesburg Methodist Church in Galesburg, MI. Visitation is at 12:00 noon and services will follow at 1:00 PM. In lieu of flowers, memorials my be made directed to: Alzheimer's Association, 530 Whites Rd., Kalamazoo, Michigan 49008. Professional and Affordable services rendered by the: WHITLEY MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, INC. 330 North Westnedge Ave. Kalamazoo, Michigan (269) 488-2401 www.whitleymemorial funeralhome.com Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 3/18/2008. (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: BOWERS, ELDERIDGE, GREENWOOD, COOK, GIFFORD, WEITZ, PEREZ Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22526/mb.ashx Message Board Post: BOWERS, Jodie L. Of Kalamazoo, MI Died Monday evening, March 17, 2008. Jodie was born February 26, 1956 in Battle Creek, Michigan, a daughter of Theodore and Sharon (Elderidge) Bowers. She had been a lifelong Kalamazoo area resident and was employed with Borgess Nursing Home. She was preceded in death by her father, Theodore; a sister, Beth; a nephew, David and her in-laws, Sharon and Vern Greenwood. She is survived by two children, Vern Greenwood III and Jamie Greenwood, both of Kalamazoo;six grandchildren, Alexis Greenwood, David Cook, Jacob and Katie Gifford and Brian and "G" Weitz; her mother, Sharon Bowers of Kalamazoo; two brothers, Teddy (Kathy) Bowers of Galesburg and Jamie (Jenny) Bowers of Kalamazoo; two sisters, Sherry Bowers and Nancy Perez, both of Kalamazoo; her companion and his family, Jim Moyer and Charon (Gary Weitz) Moyer all of Kalamazoo; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. Services will be held 11 o'clock Saturday from the Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Galesburg Chapel, 145 West ! Battle Creek St. Visitation will be 2-4 and 6-8 PM Friday. Private interment will be in Oak Grove Cemetery. Memorials may be directed to the Borgess Nursing Home. www.langelands.com. 269-343-1508. Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 3/20/2008. (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: KBarnes1958 Surnames: HUGHES Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22525/mb.ashx Message Board Post: As a hobby, I rescue old photos that have identification on them. I obtained one from an auction in the Kalamazoo, MI area, of a young lady. She's identified as "Elsie Hughes" and someone wrote, "mama's bridesmaid". Elsie is seated outside, and holding a book. Her hair is dark and her eyes appear dark also. Contact me at digginroots@yahoo.com if you're interested in obtaining the photo. Kathy 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.