This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: WHL44 Surnames: SULLIVAN, FINNEY, HAFER, MILLER, RANDALL, MASERA, MCGUFFIN, BUTLER, WALTER Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22402/mb.ashx Message Board Post: SULLIVAN, John L. Of Portage John passed away Sunday, February 24, 2008. He was born October 12, 1912 in Coldwater, Michigan, the son of John and Winnie (Finney) Sullivan. John was a Kalamazoo area resident since 1918 and through the years was owner of Sullivan's Food Market, co-owner of The Park Lunch and was employed with John C. Klosterman Company for over 20 years, retiring in 1976 as vice-president. Following retirement, he worked for several years at Oakland Hills Golf Course. He was a life member of the Elks Lodge. On August 16, 1933, he was united in marriage to the former Dorothy E. Hafer, who preceded him in death on February 10, 2000. He was also preceded in death by a daughter, Darlene Ann Miller on July 9, 1983 and by three sisters, Mary Sullivan, Nora Randall and Margaret Masera. Surviving are two grandsons, John C. (Mary) Miller of Phoenix, AZ, and Thomas M. (Melissa) Miller of Portage; a son-in-law, Charles E. Miller of Portage; two great-grandsons, Nicholas Miller and Noah Miller and t! hree nieces, Madelyn McGuffin, Marilyn Butler and Memorie Walter. The family will receive friends on Friday from 6-8 PM and Saturday from 10-11 AM at the Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Memorial Chapel, 622 S. Burdick Street where funeral services will be held 11:00 AM Saturday with Pastor James Dyke, officiating. Interment will follow in Mt. Ever-Rest Cemetery. Memorials may be directed to American Diabetes Association, or a charity of your choice. 343-1508. www.langelands.com Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 2/27/2008. (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: SPENCE, VERNIER Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22401/mb.ashx Message Board Post: SPENCE, Abigail Of Kalamazoo Infant daughter of Ryan and Marion (Vernier) Spence passed away Tuesday, February 26, 2008. She was born October 10, 2007 in Kalamazoo. Surviving in addition to her parents are two brothers, Justin and Zachary Spence and several grandparents, aunts, uncles and cousins. The family will receive friends on Friday from 4-7 PM at the Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Memorial Chapel, 622 S. Burdick Street. 343-1508 www.langelands.com Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 2/27/2008. (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: SCHWANDER, GALLAGHER, SCHEARER, PETERMAN, EDISON Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22400/mb.ashx Message Board Post: SCHWANDER, Bernice M. Age 97 Of Alamo Township Passed away Monday, February 25, 2008 in Kalamazoo. Bernice was born May 5, 1910 in St. Louis, Missouri, to Charles and Mabel (Gallagher) Schearer. Bernice was a member of St. Margaret's Catholic Church and League of Mary. Surviving are two daughters, Joyce Peterman of Kalamazoo and Mary (Frederick) Edison of Sarasota, FL; five grandchildren; nine great- grandchildren; great-great- grandchildren. A memorial graveside service will be held Friday at 2 PM at the Mt. Ever-Rest Memorial Park chapel in Kalamazoo. Rev. Fr. Donald P. Klingler, officiating. Memorial gifts can be made to the charity of your choice. Winkel Funeral Home, Otsego is serving the family. www.winkelfuneralhome.com Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 2/27/2008. (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: POTVIN, TERRIAN, DESCHENEAU, STRATTON Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22399/mb.ashx Message Board Post: POTVIN, Joseph "Brown Man" Of Schoolcraft Joe "Brown Man" Potvin, age 66 of Schoolcraft died on February 26, 2008. He was born March 21, 1941. He was an employee of Mann-Hummel. Visit with Joe's family and friends on Friday from 3:00 to 6:00 PM at Life Story Funeral Homes, Vicksburg 409 S. Main where a funeral service will be held Friday at 7:00 PM. Joe was preceded in death by his parents Arthur & Cecelia (Terrian) Potvin, and his sister-in-law Pat Potvin. His family includes his brother Larry Potvin, his nieces Theresa Descheneau (Craig Sweet), Julie Stratton (Cheryl Hudson), his nephews Joe Potvin, Tim (JoAnne) Potvin; seven great-nieces & nephews; one great-great niece and one great-great nephew. Please visit Joe's memory page at www.lifestorynet.com where you can read his life story, archive a memory or photo, sign his memory book online before coming to the funeral home or make a memorial donation to Kairos Dwelling or the Schoolcraft Athletic Boosters. Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 2/27/2008. (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: PALM, SHINNERS, STODDARD, ALLISON Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22398/mb.ashx Message Board Post: PALM, Anne Shinners Age 56 Of Oro Valley Passed away in comfort with her husband, two children and two sisters at her side, on February 4, 2008. Anne's strong sense of faith sustained her during her courageous journey with breast cancer. Anne was born August 8, 1951 in Kalamazoo MI, to the late Tom and Lucille Shinners. After graduating from Monsignor O'Brien High School, she received her BS from Western Michigan State University and her Masters in Special Education from California State University at Fullerton. Anne married Phil Palm on February 28, 1981, in Palm Springs CA. They resided in California, Pennsylvania and Michigan before they moved to Oro Valley, AZ, in 2003. Anne loved to cook, travel, entertain and was especially devoted to her family and special education students. Anne had a gift for developing new friends wherever she lived. She was active with her Newcomers Group and with Bible Study Fellowship. Anne gently touched the lives of many. She had a great sense of humor, was an avid reader and was al! ways creating new word combinations. Anne will be remembered for her grace, style and poise. She is survived by her husband, Phil; son, Mitchell, daughter Gillian; sister, Mary Stoddard (Dan), South Carolina; sister, Patricia Allison (Robert), Michigan; sister, Carol Shinners, Arizona; brother, Tom Shinners (Pat), Michigan; brother, Dave Shinners, Michigan; brother, Peter Shinners (Kathy), New Hampshire. Anne had a true passion for life, a caring spirit and was a generous person with her time and love. Anne was loved by so many and will always be remembered forever in our hearts. A mass will be held at 12:00 noon on Feb. 29, 2008 at St. Mark Catholic Church located at 2727 West Tangerine Rd., Oro Valley, AZ 85742. In lieu of flowers, donations can be sent either to: the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Fund or to: the St. Mark's Church building fund at 2727 W. Tangerine Rd., Oro Valley AZ 85742. Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 2/27/2008. (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: OPTHOFF, POTTS, HOEKSEMA, VANDELLEN, DEMSKI, LILEK, HOLDRIDGE, TEILING, FINLEY, KELLEY Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22397/mb.ashx Message Board Post: OPT HOFF, Betty Of Kalamazoo Betty (Potts) Opt Hoff, of Kalamazoo, loving wife, mother, grandmother and great- grandmother, passed away Monday, February 25, 2008. She was born April 28, 1920 in Kalamazoo, the daughter of Jacob and Jantje (Hoeksema) Potts. She was a lifelong resident of Kalamazoo and also a charter member of Grace Christian Reformed Church. On April 2, 1949, she was married to Cornelius (Neil)Opt Hoff, who survives. Also surviving are their children, Jayna (Bert) Van Dellen of Scotts, Beth (Garry) Demski of Jenison, Robyn (Mike) Lilek of Kalamazoo; grandchildren, Keren Holdridge, Melissa (Abraham) Telling, Timothy (Lindee) Van Dellen, Thomas (Caroline) Van Dellen, Michelle and Catherine Lilek; great-grandchildren, Daniel, Nicolas, Jason and Benjamin Holdridge, William & Tori Finley, Anthony Kelley, Jedidiah, Cornelius, Katherine, Reuben, Ethan, Emma and Megan Telling, Asher Van Dellen, Katelee and Thomas Van Dellen; a sister-in-law, Eileen Potts; numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral ser! vices will be conducted on Thursday at 11:00 AM in the Grace Christian Reformed Church, 1724 Whites Road with Rev. Dr. Joseph A. Brinks, officiating. Interment will follow in Mt. Ever-Rest Memorial Park. The family will receive friends at the Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Memorial Chapel, 622 S. Burdick St., on Wednesday from 2-4 and 6-8 PM. Memorial contributions may be directed to Grace Christian Reformed Church, the Kalamazoo Christian School Association, Rose Arbor Hospice or the Kalamazoo Gospel Mission. 269-343-1508 www.langelands.com Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 2/27/2008. (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: HUDSON, BARTHOLOMEU, POWELL Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22396/mb.ashx Message Board Post: HUDSON, Betty B. Nov. 7, 1920 - Feb. 25, 2008 Betty Brenda Bartholomeu was born and raised on Primrose Hill, London, England. While serving in the Land Army during WW II, she met and married Capt. Arthur B (Nick) Hudson, in 1943. In 1945, she joined her husband in Parchment, MI. Betty and Nick have two children, Arthur Robert Hudson of Gobles and Cherie (Mark) Powell of Vicksburg; five grandchildren, Nicholas, Callie and Mark Hudson and Zac and Clint Powell; and two great-grandchildren, Natalie and Zachary Powell. Betty had a great love of gardening and nature and was an active member of the Scotts United Methodist Church. There will be a private family service. Donations may be made to Hospice of Kalamazoo. Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 2/27/2008. (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: HESS, MORLAN, WALTERS, KNOWLES Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22395/mb.ashx Message Board Post: HESS, Nancy L. Of Webster, FL Formerly of Kalamazoo Passed away Sunday morning, February 24, 2008 in Florida. Nancy was born October 12, 1947, the daughter of Jarvis "Bud" and Joyce (Morlan) Walters. She spent several years working at National Waterlift and the Stryker Corp. Nancy also enjoyed spending time with her husband Glenn and the auto club, "Neon Nights". On May 11, 1990, she was united in marriage to Glenn Hess, who preceded her in death on May 29, 1999. She was also preceded in death by her father and a brother, Michael. Surviving is her son, Eric (Tammy) Knowles; two grandchildren, Cooper and Brittley; her mother, Joyce Walters; a brother, Doug (Judy) Walters and several nieces and aunts. Services will be held 10 AM Friday at the Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Memorial Chapel, 622 S. Burdick with Rev. James Dyke, officiating. Interment will follow in Riverside Cemetery. Friends may meet the family Thursday evening from 6-8 PM at the chapel. www.langelands.com 269-343-1508 Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 2/27/2008. (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: GILMORE Classification: death Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22394/mb.ashx Message Board Post: GILMORE Sarah Alice Of Kalamazoo Peacefully departed this life Sunday morning, February 24, 2008. A homegoing celebration will be held Friday 1 PM Feb. 29th at the Galilee Baptist Church with pastor J. Louis Felton, officiating. Mother Gilmore will lie in- state beginning at 12 noon at the church. Family will be present to receive visitors. Burial will follow services in Riverside Cemetery. Professional and Affordable services rendered by the: WHITLEY MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME 330 North Westnedge Ave. (269) 488-2401 www.whitleymemorial funeralhome.com Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 2/27/2008. (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: FERGUSON, VANVELZEN, VANDERKLEY, LUCKING, SACKETT, SEYMOUR, WHITESIDE Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22393/mb.ashx Message Board Post: FERGUSON, Clazina "Kay" Age 91 Of Augusta Passed away on February 25, 2008 at her home. Kay was born on November 7, 1916 in Hiversum, Netherlands, the daughter of Peter and Catherine (VanVelzen) VanderKley. Kay was a 1936 graduate from St. Augustine High School. She was a member of St. Ambrose Catholic Church in Parchment. She enjoyed traveling, fishing, cooking and baking. Her summers were spent in Northern Michigan where she enjoyed morel mushroom hunting in the spring. She was a devoted mother, grandmother, great grandmother and great great grandmother. She married Victor R. Ferguson, Sr. who preceded her in death. She is also preceded in death by two sisters, Stephanie VanderKley and Johanna Lucking and her sister-in-law, Maxine Sackett. Kay is survived by five children, Patricia (Bob) Seymour, Joan Whiteside, Victor R. Ferguson, Jr., Ann Ferguson (Ronn Barker) and Stephen (Sheryl) Ferguson; nine grandchildren; nine great grandchildren; one great great grandson; a brother, Peter R. VanderKley, Jr. and several n! ieces and nephews. In accordance with her wishes cremation has taken place. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, March 1, 2008 at 11:00 at St. Ambrose Catholic Church in Parchment. Fr. James O'Leary Celebrant. A luncheon will be held at the VFW in Augusta following the mass. Interment of cremains will be in Mt. Olivet Cemetery and will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Borgess VNA and Hospice. Arrangements by PARCHMENT-REDMOND Funeral Home 2300 East G Ave. (269) 349-7735 Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 2/27/2008. (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: DESMOND Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22392/mb.ashx Message Board Post: DESMOND, Ryan T. Born December 8, 1979 in Kalamazoo, MI, passed away February 16, 2008 in Miami, FL. For all those who knew and loved him - we know he sends his love and hugs and warm smile. He cherished his family and friends as he made a difference in many lives. His loving and kind spirit will stay with us all forever. You are such a good person Ryan. Love you - stay at peace. Ryan is survived by parents Gerry and Donna, his sister Erin and his many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. A service in celebration of his life will be held Saturday, March 1, 2008 at 3:00 PM at the Radisson Hotel, 100 W. Michigan Ave., Kalamazoo, MI. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to: Mercy Foundation, 3633 S. Miami Ave., Miami, FL 33133 or Vitas Hospice Charitable Fund, 18001 Cutler Rd., Suite 454, Palmetto Bay, FL 33157. Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 2/27/2008. (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: COUSINS, SCOTT, PALMER, PAYNE Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22391/mb.ashx Message Board Post: COUSINS, Mrs. Helen I. Of Portage, MI Died Sunday morning, February 24, 2008 at her residence. Helen was born June 9, 1913 in Detroit, Michigan, the second oldest and last remaining daughter of Robert L. and Margaret F. (Scott) Palmer. She had been a Kalamazoo area resident since 1988 and was a member of the First Congregational Church of Kalamazoo. Helen studied at the High School of Commerce where she acquired special skills as a stenographer which proved very valuable while working on important Detroit court cases. Her artistic talents were considerable and included awards for fine sewing, knitting and hooked rugs. She had a beautiful singing voice and belonged to the Oakland University Choir. She had fond memories of singing in the annual summer Meadowbrook Festivals with such notable featured conductors as Dave Brubeck and Michael Tilson Thomas. She was preceded in death by her parents and four sisters. On September 2, 1938, she was united in marriage to B. Ross Cousins, who survives. Also surviving, a son! , Garnet Ross (Joan) Cousins of Birmingham, MI; a daughter, Nancy (Michael) Payne of Kalamazoo; her only grandson, Bennett Cousins of Chicago, IL; and several nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held 1 o'clock Friday at the First Congregational Church of Kalamazoo, 129 S. Park St. Visitation will be 5-8 PM Thursday at the Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Westside Chapel, 3926 South 9th St. Private interment will be in Central Portage Cemetery. Memorials may be directed to Borgess Hospice or the Music and the Arts at the First Congregational Church. 269-343-1508 www.langelands.com. Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 2/27/2008. (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: WINN, HENNING, HANSEN, WEAVER, BARGA, FIELDING, OVERTON Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22390/mb.ashx Message Board Post: WINN, Mr. Rodney P. Of Kalamazoo Passed away Wednesday afternoon, February 20, 2008 at Bronson Methodist Hospital following a lengthy illness. Rodney was born July 23, 1953 in Las Vegas, NM, the son of William J. and Lois V. (Henning) Winn. His Christian upbringing was an important influence in his life, giving him a very loving and giving nature. He very often put others needs before his own. He had an exceptional intelligence with a large vocabulary and always wanted to help others exceed through mentoring. He can now rest in his Heavenly home playing a cello. He is survived by his loving mother, Lois, of Kalamazoo; his brother, Ivan (Mary) Winn of Climax; five sisters, Reva (Dale) Hansen of Apple Valley, CA, Doris (Richard) Weaver of Glenwood, NM, Virginia (Ted) Barga, Marilyn (John) Fielding, both of Hemet, CA and Gail (Jim) Overton of Kalamazoo; two sisters-in-law, Gloria and Debbie Winn; his uncle, Richard Henning of Kalamazoo; numerous nieces and nephews; and his dear friends, Wesley II, Wes III, Ka! lven and Zach Boland. He was preceded in death by his father, William J.; four brothers, Jim, Gary, Bobby and Mike Winn; and his "much loved" dogs Heidi and Kobuk. Cremation has taken place and there will be no visitation at the funeral home. Memorial services will be held 1 o'clock Saturday afternoon, March 1, 2008 at the First Free Will Baptist Church, 630 Moline, Comstock, with Pastor John W. Vick officiating. Contributions in his memory may be made to First Free Will Baptist Church. Rodney's family would like to express their gratitude to the doctors and staff at Bronson ICU for their compassionate care they gave to him during his struggle with diabetes, as well as to Dr. Gilbert Olivares (Advanced Cardiology). JOLDERSMA & KLEIN 343-2628 Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 2/24/2008. (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: SHULTZ, GRUNWALD Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22389/mb.ashx Message Board Post: SHULTZ, Heidi Marianne Age 70 Of Portage Passed away after a long illness on February 23, 2008, at the Rose Arbor Hospice Residence in Kalamazoo. She was an accomplished social researcher and energetic participant in family and community activities. She was known for her fun-loving, courageous, generous, and adventurous spirit. Those who knew Heidi admired and were inspired by her qualities of determination, hard work, frugality, and loyalty to friends and family. She will be much missed by her husband, other devoted family members and many friends who loved her. She was born on January 30, 1938, in Likusen, Allenstein, East Prussia, Germany (an area now part of Poland), to Hyronimus and Cacilie Grunwald. She and her family suffered the ravages of World War II on a very personal level. Her father was drafted into the army and was lost on the battlefield. As the Russian army advanced into East Prussia, Heidi's mother, facing great hardships and danger, managed to bring her children and a niece to the relative safety! of the Hamburg region of West Germany, and then to the United States in 1950. Heidi was a highly effective interviewer in the field of social research and was especially gifted in her ability to communicate with people of all walks of life. She made others feel comfortable with her as their personal confidante. Research agencies sought her out to conduct difficult and sensitive interviews. She was particularly talented in obtaining interviews which other researchers had repeatedly failed to obtain. Her work involved meeting hundreds of people and traveling thousands of miles, and she was responsible for the successful completion of numerous important federally-funded studies. Additionally, Heidi was a member of the National Ski Patrol for eight years, played tennis in national tournaments, and enjoyed many hobbies, including woodworking, with building doll houses and furniture her specialty. She was also an expert at home improvement projects, and the beauty of her home re! flected her great skills. Heidi graduated from Edsel Ford High School in Dearborn and received her B.A. and M.A. in literature from the University of Michigan at Ann Arbor. There, she met Garth Shultz, and after his graduation from the University of Michigan Medical School, they were married on June 1, 1963, in Greenfield Village. They lived in Kalamazoo and Grand Rapids during Dr. Shultz's internship and residency in Internal Medicine, and then set up their permanent residence in Portage. Dr. Shultz practiced Internal Medicine in the Kalamazoo area for 40 years and recently retired. The Shultz family includes four children and six grandchildren. Heidi took special joy in travel and loved creating active experiences for her family. As a college student, she traveled through Europe, revisiting places she had known in Germany, as well as other locales. She and her family went skiing in the Rockies and California, rambling across Europe with the children in a Volkswagen bus, and camping with the Boy Scouts for weeks at a time. With her husband an! d friends, she visited Greece, the Baltic region, the Bahamas, Canada, Thailand, and India. In the 1990s, she and her sisters traveled to the former East Prussia to revisit their childhood home. She always maintained an international outlook and was a strong advocate for peace. Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 2/24/2008. (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: ROBINSON, GREEN, SPILLERS, ESMAN, VANDESTREEK, PENIX, ADAMS Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22388/mb.ashx Message Board Post: ROBINSON, William E. Of Kalamazoo Bill passed away Friday afternoon, February 22, 2008. He was born January 7, 1918 in Kooi, WY, one of four children to Clyde and Harriet (Green) Robinson. Bill worked as a police officer for many years, starting his career as one of the first motorcycle patrol officers for the City of South Haven. He then moved to Kalamazoo and was employed by Kalamazoo City Police Department, before working for the Kalamazoo County Sheriff's Department. Bill then went on to be the safety director for Michigan Mutual Insurance Co. Lastly, he was employed by Canonie Construction for many years as their Safety & Personnel Director. Bill was also on the decision making boards for OSHA and many government safety committees. He retired in 1983. On June 18, 1938, Bill was united in marriage to Eulene Spillers in Bangor, MI, who preceded him in death on December 13, 2006. Also preceding him in death are his parents; and one brother, Richard Robinson. Surviving are three children, John (Joan) Robin! son of Davison, MI, Julie (Ted) Esman of Portage, and Jacqueline (Ron) VandeStreek of Richland; seven grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; and two sisters, Margaret Penix of Kalamazoo, and Dorothy (Walter) Adams of Phoenix, AZ. Funeral services will be at 2:00 PM on Tuesday at Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Memorial Chapel, 622 S. Burdick St. Interment will follow in Mt. Ever-Rest Memorial Park. Friends may visit with the family on Monday (tomorrow) from 6-8 PM at the funeral home. As an expression of sympathy, memorial contributions may be directed to In-House Hospice Solutions or Autism Society of Michigan. www.langelands.com Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 2/24/2008. (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: POSTMA, BODO, SHROTE Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22387/mb.ashx Message Board Post: POSTMA, Elizabeth P. Age 80 Of Kalamazoo Township Passed away on February 19, 2008 in Kalamazoo. Elizabeth was born on April 17, 1927 in Kalamazoo, the daughter of the late Michael and Mary (Bodo) Shrote. Elizabeth was a graduate of Kalamazoo Central High School and she was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church of Kalamazoo. Elizabeth worked for the Capital Theater, Van Avery Drug Store and The W.E. Upjohn Company. Elizabeth is survived by her husband, George Postma, to whom she married November 20, 1948 at St. Joseph Catholic Church and a daughter, Mary Jane Postma of Kalamazoo. In accordance with her wishes cremation has taken place. There will be no visitation. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated on Monday, February 25, 2008 at 1:30 PM at St. Mary's Catholic Church, Kalamazoo. Fr. Robert Sirico Celebrant. Private interment of cremains were held in Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Congregation of the Sisters of St. Joseph. Arrangements by PARCHMENT-REDMOND Funeral Home 2300 East "G" Ave. - 349-7735 Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 2/24/2008. (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: MION, WETTLAUFER Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22386/mb.ashx Message Board Post: MION, Elsa G. Died February 20, 2008. Beloved wife of the late Joseph Mion; loving mother of the late John (the late Kathryn) Mion; cherished grandmother of Laura (Brian) Wettlaufer, Joseph (Carla) Mion and Giovanni Mion II; great-grandmother of Caitlin, Rebecca and Maegan Wettlaufer and Benjamin Mion; also survived by several nieces and nephews. Friends will be received on Monday, February 25, 2008 from 2-4 & 6-8 PM at REDMOND Funeral Home 4100 S. Westnedge- 343-6156 where a Scripture Service will be held at 7:00 PM. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, February 26, 2008 at 10:30 AM at St. Augustine Cathedral, 542 W. Michigan Ave. Interment will be in Mt. Olivet Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to The Hospice Foundation, P.O. Box 590 Buffalo, NY 14240 or to Immaculate Conception RC Church, 520 Oakwood Ave. E. Aurora, NY 14052 in Elsa's memory. Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 2/24/2008. (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: MARVIN, PARKER, GRAHAM Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22385/mb.ashx Message Board Post: MARVIN, Jean B. Age 89 Passed away February 19, 2008 in Tucson, AZ. Jean is survived by her children, Pat, Dick (Soni) and Mike (Colleen) Marvin, and Sue Parker; five grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; two brothers, Walter Graham and Hugh Graham, and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ted and brother, Tom. Jean was Director of a dormitory at Western Michigan University where she was involved in the Upward Bound Program. Later in life she owned a gift shop in Centerville, MI. Upon returning to Kalamazoo, she volunteered for the Vine Neighborhood Association for several years. A remembrance will be held in early June in Kalamazoo, MI. Special thoughts about Jean can be e-mailed to: rememberjeanmarvin@gmail.com. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to: UMC North Cancer Clinic, 3838 N. Campbell Ave., Tucson, AZ 85724. Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 2/24/2008. (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: KOPAL, GALLOWAY, REGAN, LYNCH Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22384/mb.ashx Message Board Post: KOPAL, Elizabeth Of Kalamazoo Passed away Tuesday, February 19, 2008. She was born May 11, 1920 in Detroit, the daughter of Charles and Elizabeth (Galloway) Regan and had lived in the Kalamazoo area since 2005. Elizabeth is survived by her children, Jan (Howard) Lynch and Dave (Brenda) Kopal; her five grandchildren, Andrew, Meghan, Devon, Danielle, Kendall; and one sister. In accordance with her wishes, cremation and private services have taken place. Memorial contributions may be directed to the KCF/PEF Beam Reading Endowment: PEF, PO Box 2043, Portage, MI, 49081 or Big Brothers, Big Sisters. Arrangements by Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Memorial Chapel, 622 S. Burdick St. www.langelands.com 343-1508 Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 2/24/2008. (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: HOOVER, PINKHAM, FRANCIS, LUYENDYK, HAWKINSON, BOURASSA, JONES, FLACHS, PILSBURY Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22383/mb.ashx Message Board Post: HOOVER, Keith Of Kalamazoo Keith Carl Hoover, age 84, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Friday, February 22, 2008, surrounded by his family, at Bronson Hospital. Keith was born February 17, 1924 in Blanchard, MI, the son of Carl and Estelle Hoover. He was one of eight children and grew up on a farm. After high school, he served in the US Army during WW II as an MP. He then volunteered and served in the 4th Infantry Division, where he fought in the Battle of the Bulge and received a Purple Heart. While stationed at an Army base in Maine, he met Virginia Pinkham at a USO dance. They were married in Grand Rapids, MI in 1945. He then trained as an electrician and settled in Grand Rapids, where he worked for several companies before working for General Motors for 27 years, first in Grand Rapids and then transferring to Kalamazoo. He was the first electrician hired when the Kalamazoo plant opened and then retired in 1987. He will be remembered as someone who loved his vegetable garden, was devoted to ! physical fitness and rode his bike seven miles every day to work, all year long. After retirement, Keith and Virginia traveled extensively throughout the United States in their RV. They also traveled to many destinations throughout the world, their favorite being the Fiji Islands. He was a lifetime Detroit Tiger fan. He was a dedicated Christian and once considered the idea of becoming a minister. He was a longtime member of the Chapel Hill United Methodist Church of Portage before retiring. After their travels, they settled in Sequim, WA and in 2004 they relocated to the Heritage Community in Kalamazoo and attended Zion Lutheran Church. Keith is survived by his wife of 62 years, Virginia Pinkham; their children, David and (Diane) Hoover of Elko, NV, Jon (Debra) Hoover of Sequim, WA, Sharon (Stephen) Francis of Portage, Cynthia (Robert) Luyendyk of Plainwell, Vicki (Randy) Hawkinson of Anacortes, WA, Cameron Hoover of Santa Clara, CA and Alison (Owen) Bourassa of Trenton, M! I; their grandchildren, Ami Jones, Jamie Francis, Paul Francis, John a nd Daniel Bourassa, Michael Hoover, Sam and Chelsea Hawkinson; step-grandchildren, Bob and Diane Luyendyk, Joyce Luyendyk, Dara, Dyan and Derek Francis; great-grandchildren, Erika, Haley, Dylan and Dominic; sister and brother-in-law, Leatrice and Bernard Flachs; sisters-in-law, Mary Lou Pilsbury and Louise Pinkham; brother-in-law, Harry Pinkham; many nieces and nephews. Keith was preceded in death by his parents; sisters, Flossie and Dorothy; brothers, Lester, Edward, Robert and Glenn. In accordance with his wishes, cremation has taken place and a private interment will take place at a later date at his family plot in Maine. A memorial service will be held on Monday, February 25 at 3:00 PM in the activity center of Wyndham Retirement Apartments, 2300 Portage Road. Arrangements by Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Portage Chapel, 411 E. Centre Ave. www.langelands.com 343-1508. Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 2/24/2008. (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.