This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: pkdykhouse Surnames: Dykhouse Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/10033.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: You may want to try Joan Dykhouse at jodyk@telkomsa.net Shes is South Africa I think she's part of that side of the Family. 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: THOMSEN, BROCKWAY, JEPSEN, WHITE, GIELAROWSKI Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22262/mb.ashx Message Board Post: THOMSEN, Robert Of Portage Passed away Thursday, February 7, 2008. He was born January 11, 1924 in Le Center, MN, the son of Emil and Mabel (Brockway) Thomsen and had lived in the Kalamazoo area since 1960. Bob was a teacher in the Kalamazoo Public Schools for 25 years and had served his country in the United States Navy during WW II. He was an avid photographer and served as a summer camp counselor for many years. On March 6, 1949, he married the former Geraldine Jepsen, who preceded him in death on December 10, 1990. He was also preceded by his parents and an infant daughter, Susan. Bob is survived by his children, Kathy White of Royal Oak, Douglas Thomsen of Kalamazoo, Dr. Dorothy Thomsen and her husband, John Gielarowski of Kissimmee, FL and Gregg Thomsen of Portage; his granddaughters, Sara Thomsen and Laura White; and his great-grandchildren, Lynnette White, Cameron Thomsen and Landon Thomsen. In accordance with his wishes, cremation has taken place and no services will be held. The family will! receive friends at the Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Portage Chapel, 411 E. Centre Ave. on Sunday from 3-7 PM. www.langelands.com 269-343-1508 Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 2/9/2008. (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: REDMOND, LACEY, OAKLEY, SNELLING, KNOWLES, FORRESTER, NOBLE, SULLIVAN, LAWS, JORDAN, JARRETT Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22261/mb.ashx Message Board Post: REDMOND, Opal "Christine" Age 92 Of Kalamazoo Passed away on February 7, 2008 at Tendercare of Westwood. Christine was born on October 27, 1915 in Doniphan, MO, the daughter of Urna and Catheryn (Lacey) Oakley. Christine married Early Redmond, who preceded her in death on January 28, 1971. Christine was a member or the Comstock V.F.W. Post 6252 for over 60 years and was past President of their Ladies Auxiliary. She was a devoted mother and grandmother. Surviving are three children: Jerry (Clara) Snelling of Richland, MI; Catherine Knowles of Key Largo, FL and Michael (Tracie) Redmond of Paw Paw, MI; seven grandchildren: Patrick Knowles, Mark Snelling, Julie Forrester, Justin Noble, Helena Redmond, Julie Sullivan and Jody Laws; eight great-grandchildren: Jordan, Brittany, Clairisa, Cody, McKinley, Dylan, Nathan and Benjamin; two sisters: Violet Jordan and Wilma Jarrett. Family and friends will be received on Sunday, February 10, 2008 from 2-4 PM at PARCHMENT - REDMOND Funeral Home 2300 East "G" Ave., 349-7735 where funeral services will be held Monday, February 11, 2008 at 11:00 AM. Rev. Dan Minor officiating. Interment will be in Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to V. F. W. Post 6252 Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 2/9/2008. (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: HATFIELD, LAMB, WOOD, MACRAE, BRENN, BUCCILLI, MINICH, DURREN, JONES Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22260/mb.ashx Message Board Post: HATFIELD, Ella D. Age 95 Of Houghton Lake Passed away Wednesday, February 6, 2008 at King Nursing Center, Houghton Lake. Ella was born June 22, 1912 in Jackson, Michigan, the daughter of Earl and Thyrza C. (Lamb) Wood. Ella was united in marriage to Ralph C. Hatfield, on June 30, 1931, in Angola, Indiana. Ralph preceded Ella in death. Mrs. Hatfield had resided in Houghton Lake since 2006, coming from Kalamazoo, Michigan and formerly of Harrison. Ella enjoyed crocheting Afghans for her family and friends, sewing and upholstering furniture. Surviving is one son, Terrell "Terry" Hatfield and wife, Joyce of Kalamazoo, Michigan; one daughter, Vivian MacRae and husband, Terry of Houghton Lake; a half sister, Donna Brenn and husband, Bob of Gulf Shores, Alabama; five grandchildren, Rebecca Buccilli of Houghton Lake, Michele Minich, Mark Hatfield, Bradley Hatfield and Todd Hatfield of Kalamazoo; 16 great-grandchildren; five great-great grandchildren; plus numerous nieces and nephews. Ella also was preceded in death by her ! parents, one brother, Wells W. Wood, one sister, Vivian Durren and three grandchildren, Jeff and Doug Jones and Terry Hatfield. In keeping with Mrs. Hatfield's wishes, immediate cremation has taken place. Memorial contributions in memory of Ella may be considered to: Heartland Hospice. To share an online condolence with Ella's family, please visit: www.stockingfuneralhome.com. Arrangements were entrusted with Stocking Funeral Home, Harrison (989) 539-7810. Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 2/9/2008. (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: HATFIELD, LAMB, WOOD, MACRAE, BRENN, BUCCILLI, MINICH, DURREN, JONES Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22259/mb.ashx Message Board Post: HATFIELD, Ella D. Age 95 Of Houghton Lake Passed away Wednesday, February 6, 2008 at King Nursing Center, Houghton Lake. Ella was born June 22, 1912 in Jackson, Michigan, the daughter of Earl and Thyrza C. (Lamb) Wood. Ella was united in marriage to Ralph C. Hatfield, on June 30, 1931, in Angola, Indiana. Ralph preceded Ella in death. Mrs. Hatfield had resided in Houghton Lake since 2006, coming from Kalamazoo, Michigan and formerly of Harrison. Ella enjoyed crocheting Afghans for her family and friends, sewing and upholstering furniture. Surviving is one son, Terrell "Terry" Hatfield and wife, Joyce of Kalamazoo, Michigan; one daughter, Vivian MacRae and husband, Terry of Houghton Lake; a half sister, Donna Brenn and husband, Bob of Gulf Shores, Alabama; five grandchildren, Rebecca Buccilli of Houghton Lake, Michele Minich, Mark Hatfield, Bradley Hatfield and Todd Hatfield of Kalamazoo; 16 great-grandchildren; five great-great grandchildren; plus numerous nieces and nephews. Ella also was preceded in death by her ! parents, one brother, Wells W. Wood, one sister, Vivian Durren and three grandchildren, Jeff and Doug Jones and Terry Hatfield. In keeping with Mrs. Hatfield's wishes, immediate cremation has taken place. Memorial contributions in memory of Ella may be considered to: Heartland Hospice. To share an online condolence with Ella's family, please visit: www.stockingfuneralhome.com. Arrangements were entrusted with Stocking Funeral Home, Harrison (989) 539-7810. Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 2/9/2008. (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: FUTYMOSKI, WILSON, WALKER, TROSPER, CULHAM Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22258/mb.ashx Message Board Post: FUTYMOSKI, Betty Age 90 Of Portage Passed away February 6, 2008. She was preceded in death by her husband of 47 years, Peter and her brother, Julian B. Wilson. She is survived by her daughters, Nancy-Suzi (William) Walker and Carol (Jeff) Trosper; three grandsons, Adam Walker, Justin (Leifschon) Walker and David Culham; two great- grandchildren; brother and sister in-laws and many nieces and nephews. Dance was Betty's passion and career. Dancing since the age of five, she has studied, taught, performed and choreographed ballet, modern, tap, jazz and ballroom. Betty was trained and certified in the Cecchetti method of ballet. Her teaching career began at age 12. Betty taught dance throughout southeast and southwest Michigan including 15 years at Western Michigan University. Betty actively danced until the age of 85. Betty graduated from WMU with a teaching degree and Masters in Education. She is a member of Pi Kappa Phi sorority. She taught elementary in the 1940's and early 50's and incorporated dance and oth! er arts into the standard curriculum. Betty volunteered with the Borgess Service League, Kalamazoo and Portage Senior Centers and with WMU's alumni association. She was a breast cancer survivor. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Susan G. Komen for the Cure. Betty had many wonderful lifelong friends. Funeral services will be at 11:30 AM Mon., Feb. 11th with visitation from 2 - 5 PM Sun., Feb. 10th both at REDMOND Funeral Home 4100 S. Westnedge-343-6156 Internment will be at Fort Custer National Cemetery. Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 2/9/2008. (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: WEADON, MORSE, PURINTON, TAPLIN, BENNETT, BOCKOVEN, DOYLE Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22257/mb.ashx Message Board Post: WEADON, Betty Marie Of Kalamazoo, MI Mrs. Weadon passed away February 7, 2008 at her home with her family by her side. She was born September 26, 1925 in Bristol, VT, the daughter of the late Ralph and Shirley (Morse) Purinton. After high school, she received her nursing diploma from Bishop DeGoesbriand Hospital School of Nursing in Burlington, VT. She then moved to Boston, MA, where she worked at the New England Deaconess Hospital on the Overhold Thoracic Service. There she met Dr. Preston Weadon, whom she married on October 2, 1948 in Brookline, MA. After moves to Rochester, NY and Ann Arbor, MI, she came to Kalamazoo where her husband set-up his practice. After her children were sufficiently grown, she returned to nursing at Bronson Methodist Hospital on the cardiac service until her husband's retirement in 1978. She and her husband then moved first to Shelburne, VT and then to Hendersonville, NC before returning to Kalamazoo in 1993. She was an enthusiastic duplicate bridge player and was a member of the A! CBL. Surviving are her husband, Dr. Preston Weadon; three children, Mark (Anne) Weadon of Crofton, MD, Christine (Michael) Taplin of Kalamazoo, and Laura (Raymond) Bennett of Grand Rapids; five grandchildren, Jonathan and Molly Weadon, and Tyler, Charles and Hannah Bennett; one sister, Dorothy Bockoven of Lincoln, MA; and numerous nieces and nephews. Preceding her in death are her parents; one sister, Grace Doyle; and two brothers, George and Robert Purinton. Betty was strong, honest and a thoroughly admirable woman and will be sorely missed but never forgotten. Cremation has taken place and her ashes are to be interred at Ft. Custer National Cemetery in Augusta, MI, at a later date. Memorial services will be held Friday, the 15th 1:00 PM, at Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Westside Chapel, 3926 S. 9th Street, Oshtemo. Immediately following services, a gathering of family and friends will be at the home of Christie and Mike Taplin, until 5:00 PM. As an expression of sympath! y, memorial contributions may be directed to a charity of one's choice . Arrangements have been entrusted to Betty's online guest register is available at www.langelands.com. Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 2/10/2008. (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: VELD, DEPUY, FOSTER, WILLIAMS, ISRAEL Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22256/mb.ashx Message Board Post: VELD, Mrs. Marcia A. "Flea" Of Kalamazoo Passed away Friday evening, Feb. 8, 2008 at her home. Marcia was born in Kalamazoo, Aug. 29, 1929, the daughter of George & Hazel (DePuy) Foster. She graduated from State High School in 1947, was employed by Fabri-Kal Corp. and Burroughs Corp., was active in the Girl Scouts and the Elks Ladies Auxiliary, Lodge #50. Marcia had a wonderful sense of humor, enjoyed gourmet cooking, tennis, and was an avid golfer. On Sept. 11, 1954, she married Ralph Veld, Jr., who survives. Also surviving are her daughter, Teri (Eric) Williams of Kalamazoo; two grandchildren, Stefan Eric and Carson Ann Williams; The Beloved Cocker Spaniel "Bailey"; her brother, John Foster of Citrus Heights, CA; many nieces, nephews, cousins and dear friends. She was preceded in death by her parents and her sister, Mary Jeanne Israel on Jan. 3, 1990. Friends will be received at the funeral home beginning Monday evening where services will be held Tuesday morning at 11 o'clock. Committal services will be held 2 ! o'clock Tuesday afternoon at Ft. Custer National Cemetery (meet in the cortege assembly area between 1:45 and 1:55 PM). Contributions in her memory may be made to Hospice of S.W. Michigan, Rose Arbor or the charity of one's choice. The family will be at the funeral home from 5 to 8 Monday evening. JOLDERSMA & KLEIN 917 S. Burdick 343-2628 Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 2/10/2008. (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: PETERSON, HUNTER, FORD, TOWNSEND, MOSES Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22255/mb.ashx Message Board Post: PETERSON, Mrs. (Emma) Jean H. Of Kalamazoo, MI Age: 67 Departed this life suddenly, February 4, 2008, at home in Kalamazoo, MI. She was born January 19, 1941, in Hollandale, MS, the daughter of Gunhue and Pauline Hunter. She met and married her husband of 43 years, Leon Peterson, in Cincinnati, OH, and to this union, one son, was born. She later moved with her husband and son to Kalamazoo, MI. Jean began her college education by attending Central State University, in Ohio, and later attending Western Michigan University, where she earned a BA in Education. She worked as a substitute teacher in the Kalamazoo Public School System, and later accepted a position at the American Red Cross, where she was the Director of Youth and Volunteer Services. She became a member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, and was a faithful, active member in the functioning of the business of her sorority. Jean was very dedicated to her sorority and was in the process of organizing with her sorority sisters, some business for Delta Sigma Theta's local chapt! er, before her untimely death. She will be greatly missed by family and friends. She is preceded in death by her parents; and 2 brothers. She leaves to cherish her memory, her loving husband of 43 years, Leon Peterson, of Kalamazoo; her son, Trevor (Tawanda) Peterson; 2 grandchildren, Trevor and Trelonni ("TJ"), all of Harrisburg, PA; 2 brothers, Jimmie (Louise) Ford, of Cincinnati, OH and Emmitt Townsend, of Hollandale, MS; a special niece, Tracey Moses, of Washington, D.C.; and other relatives and friends. Also, her sorority sisters of Delta Sigma Theta; and her fellow soror, Diane Washington, who was a very good, friend and confidante to Jean. Services will be held 12:00 Noon Tuesday, with a 11:00 Family Hour at Mt. Zion Baptist Church. Friends may view 3-6 PM Monday at the Harper Funeral Home, 521 Douglas Avenue, 342-1000. Interment Mt. Ever-Rest Cemetery. Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 2/10/2008. (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: MANUEL, GOTHARD Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22254/mb.ashx Message Board Post: MANUEL, Henry V. Was born to the union of John Henry and KC (Stubbs) Manuel on August 21, 1932 in Oak Grove, Louisiana. Henry passed away on February 6, 2008. Henry proudly served in the United States Army during the Korean War and was honorably discharged in 1955. He was fondly known as the "Praying Deacon" at Mt. Zion Baptist Church. He also participated in the Mentoring Program and was active with the Prison Ministry. He retired from the Coca Cola Bottling Company in Paw Paw in 1996. He leaves to celebrate his life, loving wife, Sadie Manuel; three devoted daughters, Sheila Gothard of Greensboro, NC, Sheray Manuel of Grand Rapids, MI and Sheletha Manuel of Greensboro, NC; two grandchildren, Aubrey and Ashley Gothard; long-time family friend, Pirley Bracken, and a host of other loving family and many dear friends. Services will be held at Mt. Zion Baptist Church, 120 Roberson St. Family hour is at 12 Noon, service at 1:00 PM, Pastor Addis Moore, officiating. Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 2/10/2008. (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: ICKES, BELL, MISHALL, SEE, KOBLIK, CRAWFORD, JABAAY Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22253/mb.ashx Message Board Post: ICKES, Jack E. Of Texas Township Passed away February 8, 2008 at his residence. Jack was born August 12, 1929 in Kalamazoo, MI, the son of Samuel and Blanche Ickes and was a lifelong resident of the Kalamazoo area. He served in the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict. Prior to his retirement, he was employed for 35 years as a construction superintendent for Miller-Davis Company and with his wife Bonnie, owned and operated Ickes Fruit Farm for over 30 years. Jack was a member of the Texas Corners Bible Church, an avid fisherman and an accomplished woodworker. He enjoyed his winter residence in Naples, FL where he had many dear friends. Jack was preceded in death by his wife, Bonnie in 2004 and by a daughter, Linda Bell in 1980 and by four brothers. Surviving are one son and two daughters, Paul (Linda) Ickes of Lawton, Nancy (Larry) Mishall of Portage and Jean (Loren) See of Lawton; six grandchildren, Terra and Jon Ickes, Chris (Jenny) Koblik, Darin Mishall, April and Scott See; two great-grandchildren, Ken! dall and Ryan Koblick; two sisters and one brother, Dorothy (Dan) Crawford of Schoolcraft, Arlene (Harold) Jabaay of Indiana and Harold (Hazel) Ickes of Schoolcraft. Private graveside services will be held at Hope Cemetery, Texas Township followed by a memorial service at 11:00 on Friday, February 15th at the Texas Corners Bible Church, 7780 S. 8th St. with the Rev. David Thompson, officiating. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that memorial contributions in Jack's memory be made to: Hospice Care of Southwest Michigan, Rose Arbor Hospice Residence or the Texas Corners Bible Church. Arrangements by Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Westside Chapel, 3926 S. 9th St. www.langelands.com (269) 343-1508 Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 2/10/2008. (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: CONKLE, SKELTON, SLEIGH, STEPHENSON, OVERTON Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22252/mb.ashx Message Board Post: CONKLE, Mr. Allen F. Of Portage Al went to meet his parents, James and Adrianna Conkle, and his brothers, Jim and Buddy Conkle, in his heavenly home early Saturday, February 9, 2008. Al is survived by his wife, Jan (Skelton) Conkle and their sons, Brad (Colleen) Conkle and Brian (Juanita) Conkle; his grandchildren, Kenny Conkle, Kaleb Conkle, Chrissi Sleigh and Trina Stephenson; his brothers, Clarence (Doris) Conkle and Ollie (Eun) Conkle; his sister, Lil (Warren) Overton; many nieces and nephews; and his dear special friends, Ken and Jackie Terpstra. Al was a member of Prairie Edge Christian Reformed Church and a charter member of the Singing Crusaders. Visitation will be held Tuesday from 2-4 & 6-8 PM at Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Portage Chapel, 411 E. Centre Ave. Services will be held 11:00 Wednesday morning at Prairie Edge Christian Reformed Church, 9316 Oakland Drive, with the Rev. Philip Kok and the Rev. Harold Cupery, officiating. Memorials should be directed to the Prairie Edge Christian Ref! ormed Church Benevolence Fund. www.langelands.com 269-343-1508 Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 2/10/2008. (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: CATHERMAN, Classification: death Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22251/mb.ashx Message Board Post: CATHERMAN, Fred Age 83 Of Vicksburg Fred Catherman, a lifelong resident of the area and local builder died on Friday, February 9, 2008. Learn more about Fred, view his Life Story film, and visit with his family and friends Tuesday from 5-7 pm at the Life Story Funeral Home, Vicksburg, 409 S. Main. Funeral services will be held at 11 AM at the same location. Please visit Fred's memory page at www.lifestorynet.com, where you can read his life story, archive a favorite memory or photo, sign his memory book online before coming to the funeral home or make a memorial donation. Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 2/10/2008. (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: VANDERKLOK, KRELING, MORGAN, VANVUREN, VANSCHOUWEN, IZENBAARD, MUSSELMAN Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22250/mb.ashx Message Board Post: VANDER KLOK, Mr. Richard P. Of Kalamazoo, MI Richard Peter Vander Klok went to heaven on February 9, 2008 with his family at his side. He was a loving Father/Grandfather as well as a Friend and Help to many people. Richard was born on June 8, 1924 to Stephen and Helen Vander Klok. He graduated from the Kalamazoo Christian Schools which he supported his entire life. He served in the Navy as a radio operator during World War II. He married Nellie Kreling on September 15, 1950 and had six children. Richard worked at the U.S. Postal Service as a letter carrier for over 35 years. He served others in many capacities including the Kalamazoo Gospel Mission, Park Village Pines, Portage Pines, Meals on Wheels, and delivering devotionals to the homebound. He also served as an Elder, Deacon, and Sunday School Teacher at Grace CRC; a member of Grace CRC Men's Society; Board Member of the Kalamazoo Christian School Association; and Board Member of Portage Pines. He enjoyed bowling and golfing with his friends and loved spending tim! e with his family. Richard was preceded in death by his parents and his wife, Nellie, as well as an infant grandson, Jared, and a brother-in-law, William Morgan. He is survived by his children: Don and Gwendolyn (Jozina, Jordan, Marijke) of Sarnia, Ontario; Ken and Amanda (Kevin & Tina, Kim, Nicole, Trevor) of Portage; James of Washington, D.C.; Janice and Vern Van Vuren (Rachel, Elizabeth, Jessica) of Platte, SD; Elaine and Paul Van Schouwen (Leah, Emily) of Hudsonville; Larry and Linda (Jed, Krista, Corinne) of Grand Rapids; and two great-grandchildren (Jared and Dylan). He is also survived by two sisters, Irene (John) Izenbaard and Carol Morgan; two brothers, Stanley (Annetta) and Robert (Sharon); an aunt, Cora Musselman; and many cousins, nieces, and nephews. Richard was very appreciative of the care given to him by people at the Laurels of Galesburg and Portage Tender Care. A memorial service will be held 1:00 PM Tuesday at Grace Christian Reformed Church, 1724 Whites ! Rd. Visitation will be 5-8 PM Monday at the Langeland Family Funeral H omes, Memorial Chapel, 622 S. Burdick Street . Private interment will be in Ft. Custer National Cemetery. Memorials in Richard's honor may be directed to the Kalamazoo Christian Schools or Grace Christian Reformed Church. www.langelands.com. 343-1508. Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 2/11/2008. (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: OGILVIE, HEMPSTEAD, HEUER, EBY Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22249/mb.ashx Message Board Post: OGILVIE, Marvin Lee Dr. Marvin Lee Ogilvie, of Portage, died February 1, 2008, at the University Hospital in Ann Arbor, of complications from oral cancer. He was born in Pontiac, Michigan, on May 3, 1935, to Daniel M. and Doris Hempstead Ogilvie. After graduating from Cheboygan High School in 1953, he earned a B.S. from Michigan State University in 1957 and a Ph.D. from the University of Wisconsin-Madison in 1962. In July 1963 he was appointed Assistant Professor of Agricultural Chemistry and Assistant Agricultural Chemist at the University of Nevada at Reno. In 1964 he joined the Agricultural Division of the Upjohn Company, from which he retired in 1996 after its merger with Pharmacia. For many years he was active as a volunteer for Boy Scout Troop 244 in Portage. He is survived by daughter Lynn Ogilvie of Ypsilanti, Mich.; son and daughter-in-law Brian Ogilvie and Jennifer Heuer of Hadley, Mass.; brother Danl Ogilvie and sister-in-law Mary Ogilvie of Webster, Fla.; and ex-wife Beverly Eby, of! Kalamazoo. A memorial service will be held later in the spring. For information, visit http://homepage.mac.com/brianogilvie/marv.html. Memorial gifts may be made to the American Cancer Society. Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 2/11/2008. (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: KNIGHT Classification: death Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22248/mb.ashx Message Board Post: KNIGHT, Montreal J. Of Kalamazoo, MI Age: 9 months Departed this life Tuesday, February 5, 2008 at the U of M Children's Hospital. Services will be held 12 noon Wednesday, February 13, 2008 at First United Baptist Church, Rev. Lenzy Bell, officiating. Friends may view 3-6 PM Tuesday at the Harper Funeral Home, 521 Douglas Avenue, 342-1000. Interment Riverside Cemetery (Baby Land). Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 2/11/2008. (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: spookqeen Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/2273.2.1.1.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: I have only the information I have is what I found online and in the Baby book. I found that the person who the baby book belongs to has passed. Judith Vickery. But her grandfather was Paul Dinda. I would like to see this baby book in the hands of a relative. Would you like it? I have found that Judith's parents are also deceased. She appears to have had no children either. If you would like it, I will be more than happy to send it to you. Julie 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: joyaconnor Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/2273.2.1.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: JULIE, My Grandmother was a Dinda, and her only brother is Paul Dinda. I believe Judith's grandfather is Paul Dinda who is my grandmother's only brother. I am anxious to find out anything about the Dinda's. Paul was the only male and I am trying to find out what happened to all his sisters (Mary, Tillie, Lena, Eva and Catherine my grandmother). Please feel free to e-mail me at joyaconnor@yahoo.com. Thank you for your posting. 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.

Group, I have recently discovered several individuals that have died either in Kalamazoo or Allegan county. I am looking for someone that might be interested in helping my find 4 or 5 more that may have appeared in the Kalamazoo paper. I understand the cost of transportation, copying, and postage charges.I will gladly promptly prepay for these items. My public library cannot borrow this film as Michigan doesn't loan many papers. Thank You, Scott E. Pease, Sr. Mrs. Sandy Stamm, Archivist of the Plainwell Public Library was kind enough to check the Union Enterprise and found the following. I felt it to be relevant to the Kalamazoo community also The Union Enterprise, 12 Jan 1978, Page 14. LaVern S. Cooley-Mr. LaVern S. Cooley, 132 W. River St., Otsego passed away Monday morning, January 9, 1978. Mr. Cooley was born May 9, 1913 in Chicago, and was a veteran of World War 2. Surviving are 1 sister, Mrs. Knauss, Kalamazoo; 1 brother, William, Otsego; Several nieces and nephews. Friends called at the Winkel Funeral Home, Otsego, where services were held Wednesday, 1:30p.m., Rev. B. C. VanEvery officiating. Graveside services at Mountain Home Cemetery were under auspices of VFW Post 3030.

Hi! Would someone, please,?check the MI Death Index?-- VanBuren Co. (Bloomingdale) for the dates of death: William Hunsberger ( age abt. 70 in 1920 Census) wife - Mary Hunsberger ( age abt. 62 in 1920 Census) Thanks for any help! Joe Murnane Williamson, NY ________________________________________________________________________ More new features than ever. Check out the new AOL Mail ! - http://webmail.aol.com