This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: WHL44 Surnames: VICOL, SAMIS, NORDQUIST, KNAPP, KEYES Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22433/mb.ashx Message Board Post: VICOL, Nick C. Kalamazoo Nick passed away peacefully on February 28, 2008, with his family at his side. Nick looked forward to meeting his heavenly Father, and being reunited with his wife of fifty-one years Bonnie (Samis), who preceded him in death in 2006. Left to cherish his memory are his children: Bruce (Deb Johnson) Vicol, Kim (Terry) Nordquist, Terry (Rob) Knapp, Nancy (Scott) Keyes, nineteen grandchildren, and three great-grandchildren. Nick was also preceded in death by his parents and five siblings. A Korean War veteran, Nick was awarded the Purple Heart. He was Past Commander of the VFW Post 422 in Delton, and a member of the American Legion Post in Hickory Corners. He loved camping and fishing. His garden, which he was very proud of, was the only garden in miles with no weeds. The family will receive friends, Monday, 5:00 to 8:00 PM, at the Williams-Gores Funeral Home, in Delton, where funeral services will be conducted, Tuesday, March 4, 2008, 1:00 PM, Pastor Michael Eleveld, officiati! ng. Interment with military honors will take place at East Hickory Corners Cemetery. Memorial contributions to the American Cancer Society or VFW Post 422, will be appreciated. Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 3/2/2008. (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, SWEET, BARTON, THRASHER, JOHANSSON, WORHAM, MOON, BRAYBROOKE, STEVENS, TRIESTRAM, HULIEN, DISHON Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22432/mb.ashx Message Board Post: SMITH, Ronald L. Of Climax Ron passed away Thursday afternoon, February 28, 2008 at Borgess Medical Center. He was born November 12, 1932 in Jackson, the oldest of eight children to Llewelyn and Virginia (Sweet) Smith. Ron graduated from Jackson High School, in 1951. He then moved to Climax to farm with his grandmother and Bob Clifford. In 1964, he went to work for Clark Equipment Co. for 27 years. He then went to work for Battle Creek Health Systems in 1987, until his retirement in 1998. On November 29, 1958, he was united in marriage to Mary Ellen Barton in Climax, who survives. Also surviving are their four children, Robins (Kim) Smith of Scotts, Ellen Smith of Portage, Cindy Thrasher of Portage and Scott (Tracy) Smith of Climax; seven grandchildren, Rachel, Bryan, Bradley, Eric, Kyle, Justin and Megan; one brother, Gerald Smith; five sisters, Gloria (Paul) Johansson, Darlene Worham, Carolyn (Robert) Moon, Sandy (Al) Braybrooke and Dianne Stevens; one brother-in-law, William (Carol) Barton; three ! sisters-in-law, RoseAnn (Marvin) Triestram, Louise Hulien and Joyce (Harold) Dishon; and numerous nieces and nephews. Preceding him in death were his parents; one daughter, Ruby Ann Smith and one sister, Margaret Ann Smith (as an infant). Memorial services for Ron will be at 11:00 AM on Saturday, March 8th at Country Christian Ev. Free Church, 9286 S. 36th Street, Scotts, with Pastor Pat Cleary, officiating. As an expression of sympathy, memorial contributions may be directed to Country Christian Ev. Free Church, American Diabetes Foundation, or Climax Fire & Rescue Assn. Arrangements by Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Climax Chapel, 205 E. Maple Street. www.langelands.com 269-343-1508 Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 3/2/2008. (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: O'ROURKE, RORICK, STARRETT, ZUGEL, GREENE, KNIGHT, BROCK, TRAILL, KELLY, SMITH Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22431/mb.ashx Message Board Post: O'ROURKE, Mrs. Priscilla Age 82 Of Kalamazoo Passed away February 28, 2008. Priscilla was born in Kalamazoo on August 25, 1925 the daughter of Irwin and Grace (Rorick) Starrett. She was preceded in death by her husband Clifford O'Rourke on July 13, 1989; Three sisters, Thelma Zugel, Thora Greene and Marian Knight; Brother Harry O'Rourke. Priscilla is survived by six children and their spouses; Sharon O'Rourke of Kalamazoo, Brad O'Rourke of Kalamazoo, Kathy and Bill Brock of Portage, Danny and Brenda O'Rourke of Mattawan, Patricia and Jim Traill of Portage and Tammy and Bill Kelly of Kalamazoo; many grandchildren and three great-grandchildren; sister Helen Smith of Portage, several nieces and nephews. Friends will be received today from 2PM until 5PM at REDMOND Funeral Home 4100 S. Westnedge- 343-6156 where services will be held Monday, March 3, 2008 at 11AM, Pastor Brad Spangler of Valley Family Church officiating. Burial will be in Mt. Ever-Rest Memorial Park. Memorials may be made to Hospice of S.W. Michigan. Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 3/2/2008. (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: O'ROURKE, RORICK, STARRETT, ZUGEL, GREENE, KNIGHT, BROCK, TRAILL, KELLY, SMITH Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22430/mb.ashx Message Board Post: O'ROURKE, Mrs. Priscilla Age 82 Of Kalamazoo Passed away February 28, 2008. Priscilla was born in Kalamazoo on August 25, 1925 the daughter of Irwin and Grace (Rorick) Starrett. She was preceded in death by her husband Clifford O'Rourke on July 13, 1989; Three sisters, Thelma Zugel, Thora Greene and Marian Knight; Brother Harry O'Rourke. Priscilla is survived by six children and their spouses; Sharon O'Rourke of Kalamazoo, Brad O'Rourke of Kalamazoo, Kathy and Bill Brock of Portage, Danny and Brenda O'Rourke of Mattawan, Patricia and Jim Traill of Portage and Tammy and Bill Kelly of Kalamazoo; many grandchildren and three great-grandchildren; sister Helen Smith of Portage, several nieces and nephews. Friends will be received today from 2PM until 5PM at REDMOND Funeral Home 4100 S. Westnedge- 343-6156 where services will be held Monday, March 3, 2008 at 11AM, Pastor Brad Spangler of Valley Family Church officiating. Burial will be in Mt. Ever-Rest Memorial Park. Memorials may be made to Hospice of S.W. Michigan. Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 3/2/2008. (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: MORRISON, POMERVILLE, UHEREK Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22429/mb.ashx Message Board Post: MORRISON CSJ, Sister Edith (Marie Jesse) Age 92 Of Nazareth, MI Passed away February 27, 2008. Sister was born in Flint, MI on June 7, 1915, the daughter of James S. and Alma (Pomerville) Morrison. A Sister Eileen Uherek of Seal Beach, CA, many nieces & nephews and the congregation of the Sisters of St. Joseph, survive sister. Friends will be received Sunday after 4 PM at Holy Family Chapel where a wake service will be held at 7PM and where Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Monday, March 3, 2008 at 10:30 AM. Father Michael Howell, celebrant. Burial will be in Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Nazareth. Memorials may be made to the Sisters of St. Joseph, P.O. Box 29, Nazareth, MI 49074. Arrangements by the REDMOND Funeral Home 4100 S. Westnedge, 343-6156 Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 3/2/2008. (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: CLAPP, HEYSTEK, JOHNSON, BAIR Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22428/mb.ashx Message Board Post: CLAPP, Henry Of Grand Rapids Formerly of Kalamazoo Henry passed away early Thursday morning, February 28, 2008. He was born November 8, 1922 in Kalamazoo, the son of the late Peter and Lena (Heystek) Clapp. Henry was a veteran of the United States Army serving during World War II. He was employed by Miller-Davis Construction Co. in Kalamazoo for 38 years, until his retirement and was a member of Westwood United Methodist Church. On February 16, 1946, he was united in marriage to JoAnne Johnson in Kalamazoo, who survives. Also surviving are their two daughters, Susan and Judith Clapp, both of Grand Rapids; one sister, Connie Bair of Battle Creek and several nieces and nephews. Preceding him in death are his parents and three brothers, John, Martin and Herbert Clapp. Memorial services will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to Westwood United Methodist Church. Arrangements have been entrusted to Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Memorial Chapel, 622 S. Burdick Street. Henry's onl! ine guest register is available at www.langelands.com. 269-343-1508 Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 3/2/2008. (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: BRADLEY, EULRICH, AMES Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22427/mb.ashx Message Board Post: BRADLEY, Carlton W. Of Kalamazoo Passed away Thursday, February 28, 2008. Carlton was born November 9, 1920 in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, the son of Carl and Esther (Eulrich) Bradley and has been a Kalamazoo resident since 1940. During WW II, he served from 1939-1944 in the U.S. Army Signal Corps. For over 25 years, he was employed with Radio Corporation of American as a T.V. Technician. He was a member of the Zion Lutheran Church for over 50 years. On September 20, 1942, he was united in marriage to the former, Ardith L. Ames, who survives. Also surviving are two sons, Douglas (Karen) Bradley of New Mexico and Larry Bradley of Kalamazoo; a daughter-in-law, Sherry Bradley; eight grandchildren; five great-grandchildren. Carlton was preceded in death by his parents; a son, William Bradley in 2004 and by two brothers, Roger and Leland Bradley. The family will receive friends on Monday from 2-4 and 6-8 PM at the Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Memorial Chapel, 622 S. Burdick Street, where funeral services will be hel! d 1:00 PM Tuesday. Interment will be in Ft. Custer National Cemetery with full military honors. Memorials in Carlton's memory may be directed to Zion Lutheran Church Building Fund. 343-1508 www.langelands.com Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 3/2/2008. (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: PRAUS, MESSINE, SZE, MARTIN Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22426/mb.ashx Message Board Post: PRAUS, Iris J. Batavia, New York Mrs. Iris J. Praus, of Batavia, New York and formerly of Kalamazoo, a former secretary at A.M. Todd Company in Kalamazoo, died Friday, (February 29, 2008) at the Genesee County Nursing Home. Mrs. Praus was born in New York City, a daughter of the late Carmello and Corinna Messine. She was fluent in many foreign languages and enjoyed fashion and antiques. Survivors include a son, Edgar Praus of LeRoy, N.Y.; a daughter, Corinne (Robert) Sze of Santa Fe, N.M. and a grandchild. Her husband, Alexis Praus died in 1999 and she is the sister of the late Edith Martin. There are no prior calling hours and services will be private. Condolences may be made at www.bataviafuneralhomes.com. Arrangements were completed by the H.E. Turner & Co. Funeral Home, Batavia, N.Y. Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 3/3/2008. (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: OSBORN, LELAND, BRYER, NADER, CALDWELL Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22425/mb.ashx Message Board Post: OSBORN, Mrs. Velma "Pauline" Of Kalamazoo, MI Went to be with the Lord Wednesday afternoon February 13, 2008. Pauline was born July 21, 1935 in Kalamazoo, Michigan a daughter of Adolph and Ethel (Leland) Bryer. She had been a lifelong Kalamazoo area resident and was employed with Bermo Enterprise for 26 years. She was also a longtime member of the First Freewill Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her parents; and a brother, Neal Bryer. She is survived by two children, Linda (Pete) Nader of Roanoke, VA and James Osborn of Newport, AR; five grandchildren, Anthony, Matthew, Eric, Tiffany, and James; a sister, Beverly Caldwell of Kalamazoo; three brothers, Lorin (Mary) Bryer of Portage, and Norman and Carl (Gert) Bryer all of Kalamazoo; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins. A memorial service will be held 11 o'clock Wednesday at the First Freewill Baptist Church, 630 Moline St. Friends may meet the family one hour prior to the service at the church. Private burial will take place in Mt. Ever-Rest Cemetery at ! a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to Hospice Care of Southwest Michigan or to the First Free Will Baptist Church. 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 on 3/3/2008. (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: CHAPMAN, ARNSTAD, WYNN, SMITH, RANNEY, CRITCHFIELD Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22424/mb.ashx Message Board Post: CHAPMAN, Mrs. Ruth J. Of Kalamazoo, MI Died Saturday morning March 1, 2008. Ruth was born September 16, 1924 in Wayland, Michigan a daughter of Ansel and Josephine (Arnstad) Wynn. She had been a Kalamazoo area resident most of her life and was employed with Western Michigan University for 15 years before retiring. She was also a member of Simpson United Methodist Church. She was preceded in death by her parents; a son, Robert "Robbie" Chapman; her former husband, David A. Chapman; two brothers; and five sisters. She is survived by three children, Dennis (Kay) Chapman of Kalamazoo, Janis (Jim) Smith of Nunica, MI, and Cynthia (Johanna Molenaar) Chapman both of Kendall, MI; a grandson, Charles "Chuck" (Shannon) Ranney of Coopersville, MI; a sister, Valma Critchfield of Paw Paw; special companion, Bruce Lohrberg of Gobles; and several nieces and nephews. Services will be held 11 o'clock Wednesday from the Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Memorial Chapel, 622 S. Burdick St. Visitation will be 2-4 and 6-8 PM Tuesday. ! Interment will be in Mt. Ever-Rest Cemetery. Memorials may be directed to Alamo Nursing Home or the Alzheimer's Association. www.langelands.com. 343-1508 Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 3/3/2008. (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: BISHOP, RICKMAN, COMER, BAKER, SEAMAN, DEVITO, JONES Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22423/mb.ashx Message Board Post: BISHOP, Betty Louise Age 77 Of Cooper Township Went to be with her Lord on March 2, 2008. She was at home surrounded by her family. Louise was born on March 1, 1931 in McNairy County, TN the daughter of Alec and Hazel (Rickman) Comer. Louise was a lifetime member of the Southwest Michigan Coon Hunter's Association. She enjoyed taking care of her family and was a devoted mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and great-great-grandmother. Louise was preceded in death by her husband, Paulus N. Bishop. She was also preceded in death by six siblings. Surviving are seven children: Neal (Patricia) Bishop of Paw Paw, Gayle (Jim) Baker of Fulton, Ann (Randy, deceased) Seaman, Kay (Dennis) DeVito, and Theresa Bishop all of Kalamazoo, Cindy Bishop-Jones of Paw Paw and Jeff (Deb) Bishop of Galesburg; 19 grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren; three great- great-grandchildren; five brothers, four sisters and several nieces and nephews. Family will receive friends today, March 3, 2008 from 6-8 PM at PARCHMENT-REDMOND Funeral Home 2300 East G Ave - 349-7735 where Funeral Services will be held on Tuesday, March 4, 2008 at 1:00 PM. Reverend George L. Coon officiating. Interment will be in East Cooper Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Borgess-VNA & Hospice, or National Multiple Sclerosis Society, Michigan Chapter, Inc. Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 3/3/2008. (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: BENEDICT. NELSON, BROWN, SNYDER, PRESCOTT Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22422/mb.ashx Message Board Post: BENEDICT, Mr. Vernon L. Of Portage, MI Died March 1, 2008 at Heartland Health Center. He was born July 15, 1928 in Ludington to Roland and Elyda (Nelson) Benedict. He graduated from Ludington High School and Michigan State University. He was employed by City News Agency and was Vice President of Southern Michigan News until his retirement in 1990. During the Korean Conflict he was a member of the 5th Army Band. Music was his life and serving the arts community was his joy. He was the past president of Kalamazoo Community Concerts Association, a board member of the Kalamazoo Ballet Company and the Battle Creek Boy Choir and a founding member of The Milwood Church Fine Arts Program. He served on many other boards and committees throughout the area. He was an active member of the Milwood United Methodist Church for the past 50 years. Vern is survived by his wife of 52 years, Barbara (Brown) Benedict, children, Kristine (Mark) Snyder, Karrie (Gregory Walz) Benedict, Eric (Laura) Benedict, and by his sister, Alyce (I! rving) Prescott, 6 grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Cremation has taken place. A service will be held at Milwood United Methodist Church, 1339 Portage Rd, Wednesday the 5th at 11:00 AM and the family will greet friends from 10:00 AM until time of service. Arrangements are by the Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Portage Chapel, 411 E. Centre Ave., Portage. Memorials may be directed to Milwood United Methodist Church, Building Fund. www.langelands.com. Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 3/3/2008. (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.

Kalamazoo County MI Archives News.....Bronson Hospital 1934 Graduating Class of Nurses 1934 ************************************************ Copyright. All rights reserved. http://www.rootsweb.com/~usgenweb/copyright.htm http://www.rootsweb.com/~usgenweb/mi/mifiles.htm ************************************************ File contributed for use in USGenWeb Archives by: Pat McArthur pamcarthur51@hotmail.com March 4, 2008, 8:55 am Unknown Newspaper, Kalamazoo 1934 Graduation exercises for the 1934 class of nurses of the Bronson Methodist hospital training school for nurses will be held at 8 Friday eventin at the First Methodist church. Those of the graduating class above pictured are: Top row, left to righ - Mary Elizabeth Ireland, Adriana Van Boven, Myrtle Ward, Margaret Thorley, and Louise Knoblock. Second row - Adelaide Brainard, Class President Ida Wood, Superintendent of Nurses Ann Gwinn Draher, Lucille Becker, Ruby Brown, and Martha Helen Hoshal. Bottom row - Grace Toranga, Margaret Burns, Selma Daschner, Jessie Ellinger, Dorothca Talbot, and Mary Schaenzlin. The Rev. Frederic S. Goodrich of Albion College will deliver the address at the exercises. Additional Comments: copy of article which includes photos available electronically from submitter. File at: http://ftp.rootsweb.com/pub/usgenweb/mi/kalamazoo/newspapers/bronsonh129gnw.txt This file has been created by a form at http://www.genrecords.org/mifiles/ File size: 1.4 Kb

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: WHL44 Surnames: STEPHENS, BAILEY, HOFFMAN, MILNICKEL Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22421/mb.ashx Message Board Post: STEPHENS, Gary A. Of Portage, MI Passed away Sunday, February 24, 2008 at Rose Arbor after a courageous battle with cancer. He was born January 28, 1951 in Kalamazoo, son of Mary L. (Bailey) and the late Jack A. Stephens. He was a graduate of Loy Norrix and Ferris State University becoming a well known area Pharmacist. Surviving in addition to his mother are his wife, Sharon M. (Hoffman); sons, Brian and Justin; Step-son, Justin Milnickel; sister-in-law, Robyn; nephews, Ben and Ryan; nieces, Sara and Dani (Jason); Uncle, Dick (Rosie) Bailey. Gary was preceded in death by his father, Jack, in 1979; and his brother, Thomas, in 2003. In keeping with Gary's wishes, cremation has taken place and a Family & Friend Memorial Service to celebrate his life will be held April 12, 2008 (his father's birthday), 11:00 AM at Mt. Ever-Rest Memorial Park where he will be laid to rest. Memorials may be directed to Rose Arbor Hospice Residence, 5473 Croyden Ave., Kalamazoo, MI 49009. Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 3/1/2008. (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: MCDONALD Classification: death Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22420/mb.ashx Message Board Post: MC DONALD, Mr. James A. Age 28 Of Kalamazoo, MI Passed away Thursday, February 28, 2008. Arrangements to be announced by the Harper Funeral Home, 521 Douglas Avenue, 342-1000. www.harperfuneralhomeinc.com Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 3/1/2008. (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: death Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22419/mb.ashx Message Board Post: HOUSE, Mr. Andy, Jr. Age 69 Of Kalamazoo, MI Passed away Friday, February 29, 2008. Arrangements to be announced by the Harper Funeral Home, 521 Douglas Avenue, 342-1000. www.harperfuneralhomeinc.com Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 3/1/2008. (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: CREAGER, BLAND, WIKE, NELSON, FINK, SUMNEY Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22418/mb.ashx Message Board Post: CREAGER, Ray O., M.D. Of Kalamazoo, MI Passed away Thursday, February 28, 2008. He was born April 15, 1921 in Kokomo, IN, the son of Clyde O. and Eva (Bland) Creager and had lived in Kalamazoo for many years. Dr. Creager graduated from Indiana University with a BS in Medicine and from the IU School of Medicine in 1944. He served his country during WW II in the United States Army at Percy Jones General Hospital, with the rank of Captain. Following his military service, he started private practice in Kalamazoo in psychiatry, becoming full time at the Child Guidance Clinic in 1948. He became the Director of the Clinic in 1950 and retired in 1981. After retirement, he remained at the Clinic on a part-time basis. He was preceded in death by his parents; a son, Ronald in 2000 and a great granddaughter, Madeleine Wike. On April 25, 1943, he married the former Helen Nelson, who survives. He is also survived by his daughter, Christina (Richard) Fink of Kalamazoo; a daughter-in-law, Kathy Creager of Kalamazoo; grandchildre! n, Ronald R. Creager, II, Karylle (Brad) Wike, Marnie Creager, Megan Fink and Zachary Fink; great- grandchildren, Matthew Wike, Andrew Wike, Anderson Creager and Austin Creager; a sister, Marjorie (Gene) Sumney of Birmingham, MI; nieces and nephews. Private family services will be held and there will be no visitation. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be given to the Free Medical Clinic of Kalamazoo, 2918 Portage Road, Kalamazoo, MI 49001 or the charity of one's choice. Arrangements by Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Memorial Chapel, 622 S. Burdick St. www.langelands.com 269-343-1508 Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 3/1/2008. (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: WALDRON, SCHIED, POMEROY Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22417/mb.ashx Message Board Post: WALDRON, Josephine Of Kalamazoo Passed away February 27, 2008 at Tendercare of Westwood. Josephine was born November 13, 1922 in Watervliet, MI, the daughter of Joseph and Naomi Schied and had lived in the Kalamazoo area for most of her life. She was a loving mother and grandmother and enjoyed caring for her two grandchildren and working in her flower garden. She and her husband, Donald, enjoyed traveling after their retirement. Josephine was preceded in death by her parents; an infant son, Thomas and a sister, Wanda Pomeroy. Surviving are her husband of over 60 years, Donald E. Waldron, to whom she was married on March 16, 1946. Also surviving are a son, William E. Waldron and his wife, Starr of Kalamazoo; two grandchildren, Nicholas E. Waldron and Colby D. Waldron; several brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law; several nieces and nephews. Services will be held at 1:00 o'clock Monday at the Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Memorial Chapel, 622 S. Burdick St. with the Rev. James Dyke, officiating. Interment i! n Mt. Ever-Rest Cemetery. Friends may meet the family on Sunday from 2-4 PM at the funeral home. Memorial contributions in Josephine's memory may be made to Meals on Wheels. www.langelands.com (269-343-1508) Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 2/29/2008. (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: ROOT, WHITE, DAVIS, KLAIBER, DESKINS Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22416/mb.ashx Message Board Post: ROOT, Mary Dean Of Climax Mary passed away Wednesday morning, February 27, 2008 at Borgess Medical Center. She was born July 19, 1945 in Marks, Mississippi, the middle child of eleven to William and Johnnie (White) Davis. Mary enjoyed painting, crocheting and doing puzzles. Her favorite holiday, which she celebrated year round, was Christmas. Mary was a loving, caring and giving wife, mother, nana, sister, aunt and friend. She will be missed by all and the memories that she created in our hearts will live on forever. She is survived by her loving husband, Stan Root, Sr; four children, Stan Root, Jr., Rhonda Root, Tammy Klaiber and Charmin "Charlie" (Robert) Deskins; four grandchildren, Alexis Klaiber, Dannie Root, Austin Root and Melissa Klaiber; her mother, Johnnie Davis; five brothers; five sisters and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services for Mary will be 11:00 AM on Monday at Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Climax Chapel, 205 E. Maple Street, with Pastor Donald Barnes, officiating. Interm! ent will follow in Roof Cemetery. Friends may visit with the family from 4-7 PM on Sunday at the funeral home. As an expression of sympathy, memorial contributions may be directed to the family to assist with funeral expenses. 269-343-1508 www.langelands.com Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 2/29/2008. (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: OSBORNE, WHITEHEAD, MCINTIRE, KATEAD, MCDONELL, MEHRING, MALLOY, KAMM Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22415/mb.ashx Message Board Post: OSBORNE, Robert Charles Age 86 Of Cooper Township Passed away Wednesday, February 27, 2008 at the Upjohn Community Care Center. Robert was born November 8, 1921 in Portland Oregon, the son of Stafford L. and Nellie S. (Whitehead) Osborne. Robert was a member of St. Ambrose Catholic Church in Parchment. As a member of the American Legion, Robert often volunteered at Bingo games in Allegan. He was also an avid runner and enjoyed traveling. Robert is preceded in death by a sister, Muriel McIntire. Robert is survived by his wife, Shirley (Katead), whom he married in April of 1990; also by sons, Geoffrey, Robert and Michael Osborne; daughters, Barbara McDonell, Donna Mehring, JoAnn Malloy and Sandy Osborne, a sister, Winifred Kamm; several step-children; grandchildren; great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Family will receive friends on Sunday, March 2, 2008 from 6-8 PM at PARCHMENT-REDMOND Funeral Home 2300 East "G" Ave-349-7735 where a Rosary will be recited at 6 PM. Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated on Monday, March 3, 2008 at 10:30 AM at St. Ambrose Catholic Church. Fr. James O'Leary, celebrant. Interment will be in Ft. Custer National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Disabled Veterans Association. Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 2/29/2008. (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.