This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: WHL44 Surnames: VANANTWERP, DYKERS, BAUER Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22451/mb.ashx Message Board Post: VAN ANTWERP, Dale Of Portage Passed away peacefully at Kairos Dwelling in Kalamazoo on Wednesday, March 5, 2008. Dale was born May 26, 1917 in Kalamazoo, MI, the son of Abraham and Dora (Dykers) VanAntwerp. He served his country in the U.S. Army with the 628th Tank Destroyer Battalion during World War II. On August 20, 1949, Dale and Leona B. Bauer were married in Richville, MI. Dale worked for Purity Cylinder Gases, Inc. for 34 years, retiring as District Manager. He was a member of Zion Lutheran Church where he served as president of the Congregation for four years, taught Sunday School and served in many other capacities, including Zion's first Boy Scout Leader. During his retirement, he enjoyed volunteering at Zion, Ministry with Community, the American Red Cross and ministering to shut-ins and traveling. He leaves to mourn, his loving wife of 58 years, Leona; a daughter, Melinda A. VanAntwerp of Kalamazoo. Preceding him in death were his parents and his brother, Leonard and sister, Ruth. Services ! will be held Saturday at 11 AM at Zion Lutheran Church, 2122 Bronson Blvd. with the Rev. Timothy Seeber and Rev. Larry Brelje, officiating. Interment in Mt. Ever-Rest Cemetery. Friends may meet the family on Friday from 2-4 & 6-8 PM at the Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Memorial Chapel, 622 S. Burdick St. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions in Dale's memory be made to Zion Lutheran Church Library, Ministry with Community or Kairos Dwelling. www.langelands.com (343-1508) Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 3/6/2008. (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: SHURCH Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22450/mb.ashx Message Board Post: SCHUCH, Kathy Ann Passed away on February 14, 2008 at her home in Parchment, MI. Her parents, Paul W. and Joan C. Schuch of Cincinnati, OH and her brother, Steve Schuch of Hillsborough, NH, survive her. Kathy received her B.S. and M. A. degrees from Western Michigan University and was a LLP, certified in Hypnotherapy and Holistic Health Care. She maintained a private practice in Richland, MI and was a member of the Borgess Integrative Medicine staff in Kalamazoo. There she offered individual and group hypnotherapy and counseling services. Kathy was a founding member of the Holistic Health Resource Association. She served on the boards of many local organizations including the Kalamazoo Network, Bread for the Journey, Wellness Coalition of Kalamazoo, Health and Fitness Roundtable of Battle Creek, Calhoun Child Abuse Council and the Battle Creek Women's Wellness Conference. Kathy counseled many in the community, was passionate in her work and deeply believed in the power of love. She was an art! ist at heart with a gift for producing flower arrangements, drawings and photographs. She loved nature, especially water, and cared for many distressed wild animals throughout her life. A memorial service is planned for 2:00 PM on Saturday, June 7, 2008 at the Kalamazoo Nature Center. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Kalamazoo Nature Center or Bread for the Journey, P.O. Box 5186, Kalamazoo, MI 49005. Those wishing to obtain more information or to share a memento or photograph at the memorial service may contact the Avink Funeral Home, Schoolcraft, MI. Items may also be brought at the time of the gathering. Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 3/6/2008. (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: NGAFUA Classification: death Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22449/mb.ashx Message Board Post: NGAFUA, Mr. Jeffrey B., Sr. Age 52 Of Kalamazoo, MI Passed away Monday, February 25, 2008. Services will be held 11:00 AM Saturday, March 15, 2008 at Second Baptist Church. Friends may view Friday, March 14, 2008 at the Harper Funeral Home, 521 Douglas Avenue, 342-1000. Interment Riverside Cemetery. Send Jeffrey a message of sympathy at: www.harperfuneralhomeinc.com Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette from 2/28/2008 - 3/6/2008. (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: MILTIBARGER, FREED, HAMBRIGHT, CUSHING, BERGSTEDT, SNEAD, HUNTOON, HOUSEMAN Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22448/mb.ashx Message Board Post: MILTIBARGER, Clara E. Of Portage Passed away Tuesday afternoon, March 4, 2008. Clara was born October 25, 1907 in Sturgis, MI, the daughter of John and Blanche (Freed) Hambright and had been a resident in Portage since 1960. She enjoyed taking care of children, spending time with her family, gardening and cooking. Clara also loved socializing with her many friends and driving her truck around town. On March 6, 1926, she was united in marriage to Chester Miltibarger, who preceded her in death on August 19, 1986. She was also preceded in death by five brothers, Morris, Ellery, Arden, Johnny and Ernal Hambright, a sister, Alta Cushing and special friend, Bonnie Miller. Surviving are two daughters, Marie Bergstedt, Vicki (James) Snead; three grandchildren, Heather (Bill) Huntoon, Lucas Snead, Laralyn Bergstedt; two great-grandchildren; Jacquelynn and Zachary Houseman; two dear nieces, Shirley and Darlene, sister-in-law, Lavada Hambright and several other nieces, nephews and cousins. A service to celebrate Clara! 's life will be held 2 PM Saturday at the Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Portage Chapel, 411 E. Centre. Interment will follow in South Portage Cemetery. Friends may meet the family Friday from 2-4 and 6-8 PM at the Portage Chapel. Memorials may be directed to Hospice Care of Southwest Michigan. 269-343-1508 www.langelands.com Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 3/6/2008. (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: KINKEMA, HULSEBOS, KETEL, HALL Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22447/mb.ashx Message Board Post: KINKEMA, Lois Of Kalamazoo Lois passed away Tuesday morning, March 4, 2008 at Bronson Methodist Hospital. She was born October 17, 1912, the only child of the late Henry and Alice (Hulsebos) Ketel. Lois was a graduate of Hope College with a degree in education. She worked as a school teacher for several years. On June 19, 1940, Lois was united in marriage to Henry J. Kinkema, in Holland, MI. She was a very active and longtime member of Bethany Reformed Church and was the former president of the Board of World Missions for The Reformed Church of America. Surviving are her husband, Henry Kinkema; three children, Robert (Lucille) Kinkema of Lincoln Park, Joan Hall of Bay City and David (Pam) Kinkema of Fort Worth, TX; six grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren and six great-great-grandchildren. Services for Lois will be at 3:00 PM on Friday (tomorrow) at Mt. Ever-Rest Memorial Park Chapel, 3941 S. Westnedge Ave., with Rev. Dr. Robert Terwilliger, officiating. Friends may visit with the family from 2:30 P! M until the time of services on Friday at the cemetery. As an expression of sympathy, memorial contributions may be directed to Bethany Reformed Church. Arrangements by Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Memorial Chapel, 622 S. Burdick Street. www.langelands.com 269-343-1508. Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 3/6/2008. (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: HOUSE Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22446/mb.ashx Message Board Post: HOUSE, Mr. Andy, Jr. Age 69 Of Kalamazoo, MI Departed this life Friday, February 29, 2008. Services will be held 11:00 AM Saturday at the North Westnedge Church of Christ. Friends may view 3-6 PM Friday at the Harper Funeral Home, 521 Douglas Avenue, 342-1000 . Interment Mt. Ever-Rest Cemetery. A message of sympathy may be sent to the family at: www.harperfuneralhomeinc.com Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette from 3/1/2008 - 3/6/2008.HOUSE, Mr. Andy, Jr. Age 69 Of Kalamazoo, MI Departed this life Friday, February 29, 2008. Services will be held 11:00 AM Saturday at the North Westnedge Church of Christ. Friends may view 3-6 PM Friday at the Harper Funeral Home, 521 Douglas Avenue, 342-1000 . Interment Mt. Ever-Rest Cemetery. A message of sympathy may be sent to the family at: www.harperfuneralhomeinc.com Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette from 3/1/2008 - 3/6/2008. 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: BOTTICHER, HILDEBRANDT, MILLER, SCOTT, ATKINSON Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22445/mb.ashx Message Board Post: BOTTICHER, Walter H. Of Kalamazoo Passed away March 2, 2008. Walter was born October 26, 1923 in Hazelton, PA, the son of Harry and Evelyn (Hildebrandt) Botticher. He was a veteran of WW II, serving his country in the U.S. Army. Walter was a postal supervisor for over thirty years, retiring in 1985. He enjoyed working crossword puzzles and fishing. Walter was a member of Zion Lutheran Church. On August 12, 1961, he married Genivee L. Miller, who survives. Other members of his family include sons, Kurt of Kalamazoo and Dirk (Debbie) Botticher of Berkley Springs, WV; daughters, Connie (Gary) Scott of Schoolcraft, Phyllis Botticher of Comstock and Dawn Atkinson of KY; and several grandchildren. Walter was preceded in death by his parents; a son, Russell and a brother, Gerald. A private family service will be conducted at a later date. Memorial contributions to M.R.C. Industries or Zion Lutheran Church will be appreciated. The family is being served by the Williams-Gores Funeral Home, Delton. Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 3/6/2008. (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: STOWELL, RINGLER, RAUCH Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22444/mb.ashx Message Board Post: STOWELL, Evelyn G. Of Kalamazoo Passed away March 5, 2008 at Borgess Hospital. Evelyn was born August 15, 1926 in White Cloud, MI, the daughter of Claude and Margery Ringler. Prior to her retirement, she worked in retail at Montgomery Wards, Jo-Ann's Fabrics and Shaw's Jewelers along with keeping the books at her husband Whitey's Union 76 Service Station on West Main St. Evelyn served as a volunteer at the Portage Community Outreach Center and enjoyed traveling especially on the Senior Bus Tours. She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband, Armand "Whitey" Stowell in 1992. Surviving are two sons and one daughter, Richard (Maureen) Stowell of Ormond Beach, FL, Judy (Michael) Rauch of Kalamazoo and David (Dana) Stowell of Plainwell; seven grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. There will be no visitation. A memorial service will be held at 11:00 AM on Tuesday at the Westwood Church of God, 811 Gorham Lane with the Rev. Jerry D. Lewis, officiating. As an expression of sympathy, contributions! in Evelyn's memory may be made to the Portage Community Outreach Center, 325 E. Centre Ave., Portage, MI 49002. Arrangements by Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Memorial Chapel, 622 S. Burdick St. 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 3/7/2008. (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: Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22432.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: SMITH, Ronald L. Of Climax Memorial services will be at 11:00 AM on Saturday, March 8th at Country Christian Ev. Free Church, 9286 S. 36th St., Scotts. Arrangements by Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Climax Chapel, 205 E. Maple St. A complete obituary is available at www.langelands.com. 269-343-1508 Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 3/7/2008. (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: KUIPER, BAKER, DEBOER Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22443/mb.ashx Message Board Post: KUIPER, Matthew, Sr. Of Kalamazoo Passed away Wednesday afternoon, March 5, 2008. Matthew was born March 16, 1910 in Groningen, The Netherlands, the son of Matthew and Elizabeth Kuiper. Matthew immigrated to the United States when he was five years old. He worked for Unifab for 33 years and was a member of Third Reformed Church. Matthew also enjoyed steam engine trains, bird watching and wildlife. On May 23, 1936, he was united in marriage to the former Margaret Baker, who preceded him in death in 1962. He was also preceded in death by his son, Matthew, Jr.; son-in-law, Stanley DeBoer and 10 brothers and sisters. Surviving are his daughter, Margaret DeBoer; three grandsons, James DeBoer, David (Anita) DeBoer, Edward DeBoer; a great-grandson, Elliot and many nieces, nephews and cousins. Services were held today at the Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Memorial Chapel, 622 S. Burdick. Interment in Mt. Ever-Rest Cemetery. Memorials may be directed to Third Reformed Church. www.langelands.com 269-343-1508 Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 3/7/2008. (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: HUGHSON, MOORE, MILLER, ELLSWORTH, MAYS, WALKER, TAMAYO, SCHOENWETHER, VANDERBERG Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22442/mb.ashx Message Board Post: HUGHSON, Barbara J. Age 71 Of Bradenton, FL Barbara was Promoted to Glory on February 27, 2008. Funeral services were held Tuesday, March 4, 2008 at The Salvation Army, 5328 24th Street East, Bradenton, FL. For 67 years she lived in the Kalamazoo/Portage area where she raised her family. She loved to cook and garden and was a member of The Salvation Army in Kalamazoo and Bradenton, FL. Barbara was preceded in death by one daughter, Captain Geri Moore (Miller) in 1983; her husband, Samuel J. Hughson in 1993; her parents, Otto (1995) and Leatha (1998) Ellsworth; two brothers, Laurel (1940) and Theodore (1972); one sister, Joan Mays (2002). Surviving Barbara are her six children, Jeannie (John) Walker of Ludington, MI, Major Ronda (Abe) Tamayo of Hastings, NE, Michael (Melissa) Miller of Allegan, MI, Deb (Phil) Schoenwether of Bradenton, FL, Linda (Chuck) Vanderberg of Parchment, MI and John Miller of Kalamazoo. Also surviving are two step-sons, Samuel (Marsha) Hughson of Portage, Darrell (Debbie) of Kalamazoo; son-in-l! aw, Major Paul (Sue) Moore of Madison, WI; 19 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Arrangements are being made for a memorial service and burial in Kalamazoo. Memorial contributions can be made to: The Salvation Army, Tidewell Hospice, American Cancer Society, or a charity of your choice. Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 3/7/2008. (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: HENNING, STAUFFER, BRYANT, BARTHOLOMEW, WINN, OVERTON, HANSEN, BARGA, FIELDING, WEAVER Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22441/mb.ashx Message Board Post: HENNING, Mr. Richard A. Of Kalamazoo, MI Passed away Saturday morning March 1, 2008 at Rose Arbor Hospice. Richard was born May 7, 1929 in Kalamazoo, Michigan a son of Russell and Dott (Stauffer) Henning. He had been a lifelong Kalamazoo area resident. Prior to his retirement, he was employed with Peter Eckrich & Sons. He was an avid sports fan, and enjoyed watching his Red Wings, Cubbies, etc. He had volunteered for many years with the Meals on Wheels Program. He genuinely cared for people and was a friend for life to those in need. He knew and loved the Lord, and was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church. He was preceded in death by his parents; and a brother, William. He is survived by two daughters, Sandra (Paul) Bryant of Kalamazoo and Carol (Harold) Bartholomew of Portage; three grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; a sister, Lois V. Winn of Kalamazoo; a nephew; Ivan (Mary) Winn of Climax, nieces; Gail (Jim) Overton of Kalamazoo, Reva (Dale) Hansen, Virginia (Ted) Barga and Marilyn (John) Fielding, CA, Doris! (Dick) Weaver, NM, as well as numerous great nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. A memorial service will be held at 5 o'clock Monday evening at the First Free Will Baptist Church, 630 Moline St., Comstock, MI with Pastor John W. Vick officiating. Friends may meet the family one hour prior to the service at the church. Memorial contributions may be directed to the Rose Arbor Hospice Program. Richard's family would like to thank Director's Hall Assisted Living, his special nurse "Michelle" and staff for the wonderful care they provided to him. Also, a special thank you to Dr. Gilbert Olivares and Advanced Cardiology staff for many years of compassionate care, and the loving staff at Rose Arbor Hospice. Arrangements were made by the Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Memorial Chapel, 622 S. Burdick St. www.langelands.com. 343-1508. Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette from 3/6/2008 - 3/7/2008. (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: DAILEY, SHUMWA, JACK, WHITE Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22440/mb.ashx Message Board Post: DAILEY, BERT Of Portage, MI Passed away March 5, 2008 at Park Place Living Center. Bert was born June 16, 1918 in South Haven, MI, the son of Bert A. and Jessie (Shumway) Dailey and had lived most of his life in the Portage area. Prior to his retirement, he farmed, served as Casco Township Supervisor and taught in the Kalamazoo Public Schools. Bert was a member of the Lord of Life Lutheran Church, KRPS and MARSP. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Mildred in 1959 and by his second wife, Dorothy in 2001 and by a son, William E. Dailey in 1988. Surviving are a daughter, Jeanette Jack of Arlington, TX and two sons, Frank (Elaine) Dailey of Spokane, WA and John (Barbara) Dailey of Parker, CO and a step-son, Donald White of Kalamazoo; 13 grandchildren; several great-grandchildren. A memorial service will be announced at a later date. Memorial contributions in memory of Bert may be made to the Lord of Life Lutheran Church, Hospice Care of Southwest Michigan or a charity of your choice. Arrangements! by Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Portage Chapel, 411 E. Centre Ave. You may sign the register book and leave a condolence for the family at www.langelands.com (269-343-1508) Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 3/7/2008. (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: ALVES, STEVENS, JILLSON, ROMAN, ALLEN, REESE Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22439/mb.ashx Message Board Post: ALVES, Isabelle Ruth Age 88 Of Irons Formerly of Kalamazoo Died Wednesday March 5, 2008 at West Shore Medical Center in Manistee. Isabelle was born May 14, 1919 in Paw Paw, MI, the daughter of the late Jim and Harriet (Stevens) Jillson. She graduated from Paw Paw High School in 1937 and attended Western Michigan University. She married Leonel Alves on November 6, 1953 in Angola, Indiana. She worked as a cashier at Western Michigan University, retiring in 1982. She was a member of the Jesus Christ Latter Day Saints Church. Isabelle is survived by her husband, Leo Alves of Irons; son, Roger (Marilyn) Roman of Irons; two daughters, Loralee Allen of Louisville, IL and Lisa Marie (George) Reese of Vicksberg, MI; seven grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Cremation has taken place at Oak Grove Cemetery in Manistee. Memorial services will be scheduled at a later date. The family has entrusted funeral arrangements to Oak Grove Cremation Center in Manistee. Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 3/7/2008. (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 Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22438/mb.ashx Message Board Post: SMITH, Robert Darwin Of Kalamazoo Departed this life Wednesday March 5, 2008 at Rose Arbor Hospice. Services will be held Monday March 10, 2008 at 12:00 noon with an 11:00 AM family hour at the Whitley Memorial Funeral Home, with Pastor J.D. Hayter officiating. Interment will follow in Riverside Cemetery. Professional and Affordable Services Rendered by the: WHITLEY MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, INC. 330 North Westnedge Ave. (269) 488-2401 www.whitleymemorial funeralhome.com Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 3/8/2008. 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: MEULMAN, RAYMAN, BEEGLE, HATFIELD, ROBINSON Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22437/mb.ashx Message Board Post: MEULMAN, Margaret, "Peggy" Of Parchment & Gun Lake Passed away Wednesday, March 5, 2008. Peggy was born October 31, 1916 in Otsego, MI, the daughter of Earl F. and Georgia (Rayman) Beegle and had been a resident of the area for many years. She was a charter member of Haven Reformed Church. On August 16, 1940, she married John Meulman and he preceded her in death on June 3, 2004. She was also preceded by her parents and a sister, Florence Hatfield. Peggy is survived by her children, Nancy (Dick) Robinson of Grand Rapids, J. Randy (Deborah) Meulman of Dallas, TX and Ron Meulman of Cupertino, CA; seven grandchildren; 11 great grandchildren; nieces and nephews. Graveside services will be conducted on Monday at 1:00 PM at Riverside Cemetery. There will be no visitation. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to Haven Church or the charity of one's choice. Arrangements by Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Memorial Chapel, 622 S. Burdick St. Kalamazoo. 269-343-1508. www.langelands.com Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 3/8/2008. (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: DECKER, INGRAM, LAJINESS, RAWLINSON, KELLY, FLATEQUAL, HALVERSON Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22436/mb.ashx Message Board Post: DECKER, Ross W. Ross W. Decker, age 54, born March 9, 1953 in Kalamazoo, Michigan, died March 6, 2008 in Goose Creek, SC, three days before his 55th birthday. Mr. Decker attended Loy Norrix High School in Kalamazoo, Michigan, traveled greatly around the U.S., and settled in Virginia Beach, VA in 1978. He lived in VA Beach, VA for 18 years, Norfolk, VA for two years, and Mesa AZ for two years. He was currently living in the Charleston, SC area due to a transfer in his wife's employment with the Federal Government. He was employed as a Logistics Specialist by various warehouses in shipping and receiving and also as a government contractor in Norfolk, VA until disability forced early retirement in 1994. Surviving are his wife of 30 years Jaclee Kelly Decker and daughters; Crystal and Cheryl Ingram. Also surviving are his father; Wayne N. Decker, sisters; Lynn Lajiness (David) and Janene Rawlinson (Scott), brother; Jeff Decker (Jean), all of the Kalamazoo, Michigan area, mother-in-law; Florenc! e H. Kelly of Manassas, VA, sisters-in-law; Suzanne K. Flatequal of Manassas, VA and Linda K. Halverson of Mesa, AZ, brother-in-law; Bill Kelly (Mary) of VA Beach, VA; many nieces and nephews and grand nieces and nephews, and many loving neighbors and friends. His mother, Beverly J. Decker, father-in-law Jack L. Kelly, maternal and fraternal grandparents, aunts, and uncles predeceased him. Dogs Sally and Izzy, cats Jellybean, Louie, Grayboy, and Tux also survive him. He had a heart of gold, was a master gardener, excellent cook and handyman, remodeling four of the houses he and his wife lived in; was extremely patient and a very good man. After his disability, he developed an active interest in his yard, spending many hours outside, as well as in computers, puzzles, foster parenting for Berkeley County, Goose Creek, SC, and was formerly with the Saint James Civic Club and Crime Watch. He became the house hubby, yard master, and foster dad extraordinaire, given his physical ! limitations. How can a man's life ever be measured? It is in the legac y of love he leaves, his friends and family. We do not have to shine bright as the sun - only as a candle-the light is still there and it shines. Memorial Service Saturday March 8, 2008 at 4 PM at MCALISTER-SMITH FUNERAL HOME, 100 S. Goose Creek Blvd., Goose Creek. Family and friends are invited to share a meal following the service at Goose Creek United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall, 142 Redbank Rd., Goose Creek. Burial at Carolina Memorial Gardens will be private on Sunday, March 9. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Berkeley County SPCA or the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society would be appreciated. Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 3/8/2008. (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: BELLISLE, BEZIO, MEEK, BOYER, SMARIO, DARNELL, SCHREINER, COX, ZEIGLER, COTE, BICE, JAQUAYS, LONGJOHN Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22435/mb.ashx Message Board Post: BELLISLE, Mr. Harold J. Kalamazoo, MI Died Thursday evening March 6, 2008 at his residence. Harold was born February 6, 1928 in Kalamazoo, Michigan a son of James and Mary (Bezio) Bellisle. During WWII, he served with the U.S. Army. He had been a lifelong Kalamazoo area resident and was employed with InterKal for 30 years before retiring. He was preceded in death by his parents; his second wife, Lucille Bellisle on October 23, 1986; two brothers, Sanjo and Donald; a sister, Eleanor; and a daughter-in-law, Josephine. He is survived by his companion, Earline Carothers; his first wife, Mary Meek of Big Rapids, MI, eight children, Diane Boyer of Big Rapids, MI, David Bellisle of Nebraska, Maralene (Mike) Smario of Iowa, Tim and Tom Bellisle both of Florida, and Frank (Sandra) Darnell, Cora (Larry) Schreiner, an Retha (Travis) Cox all of Kalamazoo, grandchildren; Patricia Boyer, Christine Zeigler, Roger Boyer II, Brandy, Jason, Triston, and Matthew Bellisle, Michael Cox, Lenny "Deuce" Cote, Mary Diane Smario, Jacob ! and Eli Bellisle, Shannon Bice, Ryan Darnell, and Leesa Jaquays, several great-grandchildren, a brother; Lawrence Bellisle of Parchment; a sister, Maxine Longjohn of Plainwell, MI; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins. Services will be held 1 o'clock Monday from the Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Comstock Chapel, 6121 King Highway with Pastor Roger A. Boyer II officiating. Visitation will be 2-4 and 6-8 PM Sunday. Interment will be in Mt. Ever-Rest Cemetery. Memorials may be directed to Hospice Care of Southwest Michigan. www.langelands.com. 343-1508. Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 3/8/2008. (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.

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This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: WHL44 Surnames: WALKER, COOK, REYNOLDS Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22434/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Kalamazoo County Clerk's Death Record Book 2001, page1396. William Grant WALKER; age 49; sex Male; race White; DOD 12 July 2001; POD 5251 E. 'TU' Ave; DOB 16 April 1952; POB Pasadena, CA; marital status Married; surviving spouse Debra COOK; occ Machinist-Self employed; res 5251 E. 'TU' Ave; cause Septicemia, diverticulitis; father William Stanley WALKER; mother Lula Rae REYNOLDS; cremation arranged by Rupert Durham Funeral Home, Vicksburg; informant Debra WALKER. (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.