This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: WHL44 Surnames: FERGUSON, PERSING, PFEIL, SMITH Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/26934/mb.ashx Message Board Post: FERGUSON, Lurana Anne Persing Lurana Anne Persing Ferguson passed away on August 14, 2010, in Poulsbo, Washington. She was 82. Lurana was born June 16, 1928 in Kalamazoo, Michigan and was the daughter of Morgan E. and Elizabeth R. Persing. She graduated from Kalamazoo Central High School, class of '46, and went on to attend the University of New Mexico where she was an active member of Pi Beta Phi sorority, serving for one year as it's president. She married Laurence M. Ferguson, Sr. on November 26, 1949 and moved to Lockport, NY where they made their home and raised three children. While she was living in Lockport, with the assistance of the Buffalo architectural office of Duane Lyman and Associates, she designed a family home that has been recently placed on the New York Register of Historic Places and has pending status for National recognition through the efforts of it's present owner for it's likeness and adherence to the precepts of Frank Lloyd Wright's Prairie style but with Lurana's own personal ! touches. She was also a member of the Junior Service League of Lockport, Mother's Club, Bridge Club, and was an active member of First Presbyterian Church of Lockport, serving as a deacon and an elder. Additionally, she was on the Board of Directors of the Wyndham Lawn Home, serving as their director for one year. In the late 1970's, she and her husband sold the home in Lockport and bought a home on Gull Lake in Richland, Michigan near where she grew up and spent many happy summers there. She was a member of Kalamazoo College Women's Council and a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Kalamazoo. During the winter months, they lived in Tucson, Arizona. In 1998, they sold their Michigan home and moved to Colorado Springs, CO. She had been living on Bainbridge Island, and briefly in Poulsbo, Washington since 2009. Lurana was preceded in death by a younger sister, Martha, who died in infancy; her oldest child, son, Laurence M. Ferguson, Jr. in 1985; and her husband, Lauren! ce M. Ferguson, Sr. who died in 2007. She is survived by a son, Read S . Ferguson (Robin) of Bainbridge Island, Washington, and a daughter, Elizabeth Ferguson-Pfeil of Colorado Springs, CO. Also surviving are six grandchildren, Ryan D. Pfeil of Klamath Falls, OR, Keri A. Ferguson-Smith of Bellevue, Washington, Blake L. Pfeil of Paju, South Korea, Austin R. Ferguson of Bainbridge Island, Washington. People will remember her for extending kindness to everyone she met and for her hospitality. She was a loving mother and grammie and a loyal friend with a mischievous sense of fun whom many people will miss. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to Algonquin Campership Fund, Rochester Area Community Foundation, 500 East Avenue, Rochester, NY 14607 or the charity of your choice. Services celebrating her life will be announced at a later date. Published in Kalamazoo Gazette on August 22, 2010 (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: GLANCY, CROXON, WEST, PLANT, BAILEY Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/26933/mb.ashx Message Board Post: GLANCY, Donald Lee February 28, 1928 to June 24, 2010 Gas City, IN Donald Lee Glancy, age 82, died Thursday, June 24, 2010 in Marion General Hospital. He was born in Detroit, Michigan on February 28, 1928 to the late Clyde and Jesse (Croxon) Glancy. He married Billie J. West and she preceded him in death. He retired from Western Michigan University after 35 years of employment where he worked as a typesetter. Donald and Billie were formerly from "Lovers Lane" in Kalamazoo and were married for 47 years. He will be remembered for his sense of humor and for "Hobo Joe." Survivors include daughter, Sue (Paul) Plant, Gas City; son, Larry (Karen) Glancy, Ohio; seven grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; sisters-in-law, Carolyn Bailey and Jean West, both of Kalamazoo, MI; and many nieces and nephews. Two brothers and one sister also preceded him in death. Memorial Services will be held Thursday, August 26, 2010 at 1:00 PM at Oshtemo United Methodist Church, Kalamazoo, Michigan. Needham-Storey- Wampner Funeral Service, Storey Chapel, 400 E. Main ! Street, Gas City Indiana handled arrangements. Online condolences may be made at: www.nswcares.com Published in Kalamazoo Gazette on August 22, 2010 (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: LEWIS Classification: death Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/26932/mb.ashx Message Board Post: LEWIS, Ms. Beverly Ann Portage, MI Age 54 Passed away August 13, 2010. Funeral Services will be held 1:00 PM Tuesday, August 24, 2010 at the Harper Funeral Home, 521 Douglas Avenue, 342-1000. Pastor Michael Brown, officiating. Interment Riverside Cemetery. www.harperfuneralhomeinc.com Published in Kalamazoo Gazette on August 22, 2010 (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: LISK, MCKINNON, GIFT, EVANS, HENDRIX, LAYLON Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/26931/mb.ashx Message Board Post: LISK, Mrs. Bertha Mae Comstock Went to be with the Lord on August 17, 2010. She was born in Allegan on November 25, 1913, the daughter of the late John and Florence McKinnon. Bertha was a passionate and loving person who gave selflessly to her family, friends, and community. Her warm smile, gentle nature, and firm work ethic made her a joy to be around and an asset to those she served. She was the first female volunteer fire fighter in Michigan, serving the Comstock Fire Department. She helped to organize the Comstock Township Park Board, was a Girl Scout Leader, Red Cross volunteer, served on the YWCA Board, the Borgess Service League, Scotts Club of South Haven, and was a member of the Comstock United Methodist Church. In 1976, she retired to South Haven. She was a loving daughter, wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother and friend who will be dearly missed. She leaves to cherish her memory, a daughter, Sharon (Jack) Gift, of Jackson; a son, Timothy (Patricia) Lisk, of Kalamazoo; nine grandchildren! , and twenty great-grandchildren. She was also preceded in death by her loving husband of fifty years, Harry C. Lisk; a daughter, Mary Ellen Evans; a grandson, T.J. Hendrix; a sister, Viola Laylon; and two brothers, Lawrence and Gilbert McKinnon. In accordance with her wishes, cremation has taken place and a memorial service to celebrate her life will be held at Directors Hall, 600 Golden Drive, at a time to be announced, with the Rev. Hazel Winterburn officiating. Memorials may be directed towards Directors Hall, care of the funeral home. The family would like to thank all the staff members at Directors Hall and Upjohn Nursing Home, who touched Bertha's life. Joldersma & Klein 917 S. Burdick 343-2628 Published in Kalamazoo Gazette on August 22, 2010 (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: MORRIS, ROCHE, THOMPSON, MASSIE, ACKERMAN, ULANSKI, ROSKO Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/26930/mb.ashx Message Board Post: MORRIS, George M. Portage George M. Morris died peacefully at his home with his family at his side. George was born on March 15, 1924 in Detroit, Michigan. He was raised in Hartford, Michigan by his grandmother, Elizabeth Roche and graduated from Hartford High School in 1942. George was a World War II veteran of the United States Army. He was wounded in action on Normandy Beach and earned a purple heart and two bronze battle stars. George was in the banking business for many years, becoming a branch manager for the American National Bank before retiring in 1983. George enjoyed football, baseball and basketball during his high school years; bowling and baseball after graduating and golf for many years since. He also enjoyed spending winters in Florida with his wife and friends. His children and grandchildren were a special joy to him. Surviving are his wife of 62 years, Gloria (Thompson) Morris; daughters, Karen Massie, Sandra Ackerman (Rodney), Nancy Ulanski (Marty); and eight grandchildren, Amy, Ada! m, Allison, and Audrey Ackerman, Anna Rosko (Andy), Michael, Christopher and Emily Ulanski. A private family committal service has taken place. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to West Michigan Cancer Center or Hospice Care of Southwest Michigan. Arrangements by Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Portage Chapel, 411 E. Centre Ave. Please visit www.langelands.com for online obituary, register book and condolences. 343-1508 Published in Kalamazoo Gazette on August 22, 2010 (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: WALTERS, QUERBACH, DEETER, WOOD, VANDERHOFF, HOLLIDAY, KUIPER, LAURIN Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/26928/mb.ashx Message Board Post: WALTERS, Evelyn M. Battle Creek (Formerly of Otsego and Kalamazoo) Evelyn passed away Wed-nesday, August 18, 2010, in Battle Creek. She was born in Allegan, Michigan on May 16, 1918 to parents Eve and Charles Querbach. Evelyn was a member of the Otsego United Methodist Church for over 30 years and attended the Parchment Methodist Church after moving to Kalamazoo. On October 19, 1938 she married Clyde Walters. Their 72 years marriage ended when Clyde preceded her in death earlier this year. Evelyn was a devoted wife and mother and provided love and support to her two sons, Dan and Mick. Dan and his wife, Shari and Mick and his wife, Glenda survive her. Also surviving are seven grandchildren, Scott (Claudia) Walters, Jeff (Kristin) Walters, Alissa (Scott) Deeter, Laura (Craig) Wood, Marci Walters, Danielle (Paul) Vanderhoff and Aaron (Lyndsay) Walters; 13 great grandchildren; a great great grandchild; two sisters and one brother, Vivian Holliday of Cincinnati, Ohio, Suzanne (Clare) Kuiper of Kalamazoo and Wayne (Jean) Querbach of Conroe, Texa! s. She was preceded in death by brothers, Rex and Glenn, and sister, Wilma Laurin. Friends may meet with the family at the Winkel Funeral Home, Otsego on Monday at 11:00 AM with the funeral service to follow at 12:00 noon, with the Reverend Dan Minor officiating. Interment will follow the service at Mountain Home Cemetery, Otsego. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the LifeSpan Good Samaritan Hospice in Battle Creek. Published in Kalamazoo Gazette on August 20, 2010 (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: WOOD, WILLIAMS, MAH Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/26927/mb.ashx Message Board Post: WOOD, Georgette W. Of Cleveland, OH Georgette W. Wood passed away August 14, 2010 at Rose Arbor Hospice Residence in Kalamazoo, MI. She was a life-long resident of Cleveland, OH and moved to Kalamazoo last January. She was born March 31, 1924, the daughter of John and Anna Mae Williams. In 1955, she married Rohillian J. Wood, who preceded her in death. Georgette was a teacher for the Cleveland Public Schools for over three decades and retired in 1987. She was a member of St. Andrew's Episcopal Church, Cleveland, OH for over 50 years. Georgette joined Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. in 1946 and was active with the group the rest of her life. She was also a member of the National Sorority of Phi Delta Kappa, The Cleveland Congress of Bridge Clubs, the Eliza Bryant Center Auxiliary 2, Jack and Jill of America and was a representative for AARP. She is survived by her son, William, his wife, Linda S. Mah and their children, Ava and Lena; two sisters-in-law, Decie Williams and Barbara Williams; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. Visitation and services were held in Cleveland, OH at St. Andrew's Episcopal Church. Please visit Gigi's personal web page at www.lifestorynet.com, where you can archive a favorite memory or photo of her and sign her online guest book. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice Care of Southwest Michigan. Arrangements by Life Story Funeral Homes, Betzler - Kalamazoo; 6080 Stadium Dr., 375-2900. People who would like to express words of encouragement are invited to contact the family at 2017 Hillsdale; Kalamazoo, (269) 349-1963. Published in Kalamazoo Gazette on August 20, 2010 (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: DEICHMAN, SOICH, LAURO, DAVIDSON, HARVEY, NEWMAN Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/26926/mb.ashx Message Board Post: DEICHMAN, Mrs. Helen M. Age 91 Of Scotts Passed away on August 15, 2010 at home. Helen was born on February 27, 1919 in Chicago, IL the daughter of Nicholas and Josephine (Soich) Lauro. Helen graduated from Lindblom High School in Chicago, IL. She was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Kalamazoo. Helen was a gourmet cook and was skilled at needlepoint. During her life, she was an avid traveler. She had an enduring love of Irish Setter dogs and of cats. Helen had a special interest in Disabled American Veterans and was a member of the Disabled American Veterans Auxiliary. Helen and her husband owned and operated Elmer's Food Market at Long Lake. She subsequently worked for Borgess Hospital in the Tumor Registry of the Medical Records Department and retired in 1990. Helen was preceded in death by her husband of 44 years, Elmer C. Deichman in 1984; two sisters, Rose Davidson and Ann Harvey and three brothers, Father Joe Lauro, Walter Lauro and Nick Lauro. Helen is survived by two children, Frank Deichman of Vic! ksburg, MI and Gwendolynn (John) Newman of De Pere, WI; a brother, Frank (Jean) Lauro of Chicago, IL; several nieces and nephews and her beloved calico cat, Josie. In accordance with her wishes cremation has taken place. Interment of cremains will be in Holy Sepculchre Cemetery in Chicago, IL and a graveside service will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions may be directed to the Kalamazoo County Humane Society or to St. Joseph Catholic Church for Masses. Arrangements by REDMOND Funeral Home 4100 S. Westnedge Ave. (269) 343-6156 Published in Kalamazoo Gazette on August 19, 2010 (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: CROCKER, TURNBULL, HAIST Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/26925/mb.ashx Message Board Post: CROCKER, David Gene November 2, 1933 - August 13, 2010 David died peacefully in the presence of family at the University of Michigan Hospital on August 13, 2010. David was born in Chelsea, Michigan on November 2, 1933, to Jean Turnbull Crocker and Berchman E. Crocker. David met his future wife and the love of his life, Doris Haist, while attending Chelsea High School. David and Doris were married on October 2, 1954. David loved sports and excelled athletically. He played baseball and basketball at Chelsea High School. As a senior, David's record breaking year lead the Chelsea Bulldogs basketball team to a State Championship. David's efforts earned a scholarship to play basketball at the University of Michigan. While his career in basketball was brief, the friendships he made with teammates at Chelsea High School and the University of Michigan endured for the remainder of his life. In the years following high school, David's pitching skills gave him the opportunity to sign and play with the St. Louis Browns/Baltimore Orioles base! ball organization. He played in the organization's farm development system in York, Hannibal, Anderson, and Aberdeen. During this wonderful adventure, David was on the road for weeks on end. He often bragged that he earned an additional $50 a month driving the team bus. David enjoyed sports and attended the University of Michigan and Western Michigan University intending to become a coach. His career took an alternate path when an academic counselor suggested that David enroll in a special program which simultaneously granted undergraduate and law degrees. Following in the steps of his grandfather and great-grandfather, David pursued a career in law, receiving an undergraduate and law degree from the University of Michigan in 1958. After serving as a Judge Advocate General in the United States Marine Corp from 1958 through 1961, David moved to Kalamazoo, Michigan to practice law. David began his practice with the law firm of Stapleton, Adams, Kidston & Crocker. Thereafter, ! David moved his practice to Early, Starbuck & Lennon. David enjoyed th irty-six years in practice with Early, Starbuck & Lennon (with the law firm's name changing twice. Initially to Early, Lennon, Peters & Crocker and then to Early, Lennon, Crocker & Bartosiewicz). For over thirty years, David served as General Counsel for Borgess Medical Center. In 2008, David moved his practice to Crocker & Crocker, PC. David relished legal challenges and actively practiced law with his two sons until shortly before his death. David enjoyed spending free time on and near water. As a child, David spent long summers at Sugarloaf Lake and Cavanaugh Lake in Washtenaw County. As an adult, David summered on Gull Lake Island and on Lake Michigan; eventually making South Haven his primary residence. David loved watching his grandchildren participate in sporting events. Depending on the season, he made time to watch each of his five grandchildren play baseball or softball; soccer or football; basketball or tennis. Although a quiet man, friends remark that conversatio! ns involving his grandchildren made him almost chatty. David was preceded in death by his parents and his son, Douglas David. Surviving family members include his wife and companion of nearly 60 years; Doris, their children; Blake (Nikki) and Patrick (Krista), and his beloved grandchildren; Davis, Avery, Reed, Abigail and Josephine. In lieu of flowers, donations will be most gratefully received by the University of Michigan Cancer Center. A celebration of David's life will take place on September 19, 2010 from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM at the Gull Lake Country Club, Richland, Michigan. Published in Kalamazoo Gazette on August 18, 2010 (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: DEYOUNG, HARRIS, CRONKITE, HOUSEMAN, LADUKE Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/26924/mb.ashx Message Board Post: DeYOUNG, Margaret T. Of Kalamazoo Margaret went home to be with her Lord on Tuesday morning, August 17, 2010 passing peacefully in her home of six years at Park Village Pines. She was born July 16, 1917 in Hartford, MI, the daughter of the late David and Ethel (Harris) Cronkite. On June 1, 1939, Margaret was united in marriage to Henry "Brud" DeYoung in Kalamazoo, who preceded her in death on November 16, 1993. She was a longtime member of Second Christian Reformed Church, where she served as custodian and was a member of the Friendship Guild and Senior Members Society. Surviving are three children, Jerry (Mary) DeYoung of Kalamazoo, Virginia (Louis) Houseman of Kalamazoo, and Nancy (James) LaDuke of Palmetto, FL; ten grandchildren; twenty-six great-grandchildren; brother, Neal "Dick" (Lucille) Cronkite of Kalamazoo; and sister-in-law, Dorothy DeYoung of Kalamazoo. Funeral services for Margaret will be at 11:00 AM on Friday at Second Christian Reformed Church, 3015 Nichols Road, with her nephews, Rev. Wayne ! DeYoung and Pastor Fred DeYoung officiating. Friends may visit with the family on Thursday from 6-8 PM and on Friday from 10 AM until the time of service, both at church. Private interment will be in Mt. Ever-Rest Memorial Park. Memorial contributions may be directed to Second Christian Reformed Church, Kalamazoo Christian School Association, or Park Village Pines. Arrangements by Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Memorial Chapel, 622 S. Burdick Street. Please visit www.langelands.com to sign, view, or print Margaret's online guestbook or leave a condolence to the family. Published in Kalamazoo Gazette on August 18, 2010 (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: LUKINS, CLIPFELL, ELWELL, STULL Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/26923/mb.ashx Message Board Post: LUKINS, Harold D. Age 78 Portage Harold Duane Lukins passed away on August 17, 2010. Harold is survived by his wife, Nancy after 58 years of marriage. He was a loving father and leaves his son, Stephen Lukins, Stephen's wife, Kim and his two precious grandsons, Noah and Joseph Lukins, his daughter (Daddy's Girl), Suzan Clipfell and her husband, William Clipfell. He is preceded in death by his parents, John Paul and Evelyn Lukins. He lost his mother when he was a boy of 17 and never forgot her; he had her picture in his bedroom always. He leaves his sister, Judy Elwell and his Uncle Howard Stull. He was honorably discharged in 1954 as a Corporal in the US Army and fought in the Korean War. He became a bricklayer in 1954 for 15 years, and retired from the Upjohn Co. in 1992 after 23 years of service as a Chemical Operator. He loved to travel and he and Nan visited state parks in all 50 states. Private interment will take place at a later date. Donations may be made to Rose Arbor Hospice Residence, 5473 Croyde! n Avenue, Kalamazoo, MI 49009-1091. Arrangements by: Avink Funeral Home Cremation Society Schoolcraft www.avinkcremation.com Published in Kalamazoo Gazette on August 18, 2010 (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: MAGNAN, LESTER, FRANCISCO, KOCSIS, MELVIN, RUMLER, POLISKI, DEKAM, HILL, KIEWIET Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/26922/mb.ashx Message Board Post: MAGNAN, Colleen Age 63 Of Kalamazoo Grandma Colleen was called to Heaven by the angels on August 16, 2010. She peacefully passed away at her home reminiscing about the weekend she had just spent with her children and grandchildren. Colleen was born May 7, 1947 in Kalamazoo, the daughter of the late Joseph and Mary (Lester) Francisco. Colleen worked in Information Technology for the Upjohn Co. for many years. Colleen was awarded the Upjohn Prize in Recognition of Special Accomplishment in 1995, but she was most proud of her children whom all graduated from college and her 8 loving grandchildren. Colleen was a member of St. Monica Catholic Church. She enjoyed gardening and was a member of the Knitters Club. Colleen was a loving wife, mother and grandmother. She was preceded in death by a sister, Mary Jo Kocsis. On November 27, 1965, she married James Magnan, who survives. Also surviving are four children: Kimberly (Scott) Melvin of Portage, Eric (Ruby) Magnan of Northville, MI; Pamela (Todd) Rumler of Kent, OH a! nd Christine (Dan) Poliski of Grand Rapids, MI; eight grandchildren: Samantha Jolee, Alyssa, Nolan, Jeevan, Maggie, Chethan, Anna and Simran; six siblings: Barbara DeKam; Brian (Cindy) Francisco; Patricia (Charles) Hill, Kevin Francisco, Michael (Kim) Francisco and Maureen (Scott) Kiewiet and several nieces and nephews. While she has left her family too soon, she will never be forgotten in the eyes and hearts of her 8 grandchildren on whom the sun rose and set. You will be missed Grandma Colleen! Family and friends will be received on Thursday, August 19, 2010 from 4-7 PM at: PARCHMENT REDMOND Funeral Home 2300 East G Ave. (269) 349-7735 Where a Rosary will be recited Thursday evening at 7:00 PM. Mass of Catholic Burial will be celebrated at 10:00 AM on Friday, August 20, 2010 at St. Monica Catholic Church. Fr. Larry Farrell Celebrant. Interment will be in Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Kairos Dwelling. Published in Kalamazoo Gazette on August 18, 2010 (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: MCINTOSH, BARRETT Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/26921/mb.ashx Message Board Post: McINTOSH, Mr. Leroy "Jesse" Age 53 Kalamazoo, MI (Formerly of Jamaica) "Lion In Zion" Passed away on August 11, 2010 from complications with lung cancer. Jesse was born on November 28, 1956 in Jamaica, West Indies. His warm smile and gentle manner made him a wonderful father, husband, and friend. His passions included spending time with his family in their own yard, laughing and joking with his friends, golfing, coaching soccer, watching his son participate in sports, and traveling back to his homeland, Jamaica, where he was known in Negril as "Jesse Black" and "Godfather." There, Jesse was woodcarver and restaurant owner. In 1994, he married his wife, Melinda after meeting in Michigan. In Kalamazoo, he was known for his cooking talents specializing in jerk chicken and curry goat at Kalamazoo's annual Island Festival. He was employed for many years by Summit Polymer in Vicksburg. Jesse was preceded in death by his parents, Ruth Barrett and Altiman McIntosh and by his sister, June. Surviving are his wife, Melinda; daughters, Brooke, Lesa, Lola, and Maya; sons,! Jesse Lee and Jay; four grandchildren; and many family members around the world. Jesse will be missed greatly by all who knew him and loved him. Visitation will be held 12:30 to 1:30 PM Sunday, August 22, 2010 at the Harper Funeral Home, 521 Douglas Avenue, with a graveside memorial following at Mount Ever-Rest Cemetery (South Westnedge). A celebration of Jesse's life will be held 4:00 PM at Bell's Brewery Garden, 355 East Kalamazoo Avenue. Memorials may be directed to the family for the literary benefit of children in Jamaica. www.harperfuneralhomeinc.com Published in Kalamazoo Gazette on August 18, 2010 (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: TERBERG Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/26920/mb.ashx Message Board Post: TERBERG, Marcia Lou Burlington, MI Marcia Lou Terberg, of Burlington, passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 15, 2010, at the home of her daughter, with her daughter at her side. She was born September 18, 1952, the daughter of John and Bonnalyn Terberg. Marcia was raised in Climax and graduated from Climax-Scotts High School. She had a very strong work ethic, working at the Back Alley Saloon, Griswold's of Union City and most recently at Wal-Mart of Battle Creek. Marcia leaves behind a daughter, Amanda Terberg; four sisters; her best friend, Joan Davis; and a special cousin, Janet Smith. She was preceded in death by her parents; brothers, Willie and Wayne; her son, Derek; and her love, Richard. A visitation will be held at the Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Climax Chapel, 205 E. Maple St. on Wednesday from 2-5 and 6-8 PM. Graveside services will take place in the Gilson Cemetery, located on S. 38th St., Scotts, MI, on Thursday at 11:00 AM. Memorial donations may be given to Hospice Care of Southwest Michi! gan. Please visit langelands.com for online obituary, directions, register book and condolences. 343-1508 Published in Kalamazoo Gazette on August 17, 2010 (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: BAGLEY, HADDEN, HOOLEY, MEEKINS, MAAS, SCOTT, KALHORN, VAUGHAN, KLEES Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/26919/mb.ashx Message Board Post: BAGLEY, Shelby A. Age 88 Of Kalamazoo, MI For the past six years, formerly of North East, died on Thursday August 12, 2010 at Southern Tier Hospice in Kalamazoo. He was born on November 19, 1921 in Cookport, PA to the late Jesse R. and Alice Hadden Bagley. He was a veteran of World War II serving in the United States Army Air Force as a Staff Sgt. medical technician. Shelby was formerly employed at Electric Materials Co. in North East as a supervisor for 40 years. He was a former member of the Christian Missionary Alliance Church in North East and a member of the North Park Reform Church in Kalamazoo. Shelby enjoyed country music and formerly played in a band while in Lakeland, FL. Besides his parents, he was preceded in in death by a son, Dwaine M. Bagley December 2, 1997, brothers, Clair D. Bagley, Cray E. Bagley, Doyle Pete Bagley, and De Vere Bagley; a sister, Letha Hooley. He is survived by his wife, Kathleen Meekins Bagley whom he married August 22, 1942, they would have been married 68 years; daughters, Wilma! Maas and husband, Jim of Portage, MI and Carol Scott and husband, Jack of Lewisberry, PA; grandchildren, Karen Maas of Schoolcraft, MI, Jeannie Kalhorn and husband, Michael of Kalamazoo, Heather Vaughan and husband, Bill Morganville, NJ, Ian Scott and wife, Darcy of Dallas, TX; Tonya Klees of Rochester, MN, and Shane Bagley of Rochester, MN. Friends may call at the William D. Elkin Funeral Home 65 South Lake Street North East on Tuesday 2-4 and 7-9 PM and are invited to attend a funeral service on Wednesday at 11 AM at the funeral home. Officiating Rev. Marvin Hutchison. Interment North East Cemetery. Memorials may be made to West Michigan Cancer Center, 200 North Park Street, Kalamazoo, MI 49007-3731. Published in Kalamazoo Gazette on August 16, 2010 (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: CUTLER, ERICKSON, CARLSON, HAASES Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/26918/mb.ashx Message Board Post: CUTLER (Erickson), Betty Jane Of Kalamazoo Betty Jane Erickson Cutler, 87 years of age, died on Friday, August 13th from complications of long-term dementia; Mrs. Cutler was a resident of Upjohn Community Care Center since 2001. Born December 19, 1922 to John Erickson and Minnie (Carlson) Erickson of St. Joseph, MI. Betty is survived by her daughter, Dr. Mary Louise Cutler of Minneapolis; and brothers, Mr. Robert Erickson of Racine, WI, and Mr. George Erickson of St. Joseph, MI; sister-in-law and husband, the Nathan Haases (Ellen May); her many affectionately-held nieces and nephews, and grand nieces and nephews. The youngest of seven children born to first-generation Swedish immigrants from Aland and Kalmar, Sweden, Betty's life-long career as a musician commenced in girlhood when she learned to play piano and organ from her mother, then church organist at Saron Lutheran Church of St. Joseph--the organ which her electrical machinist/inventor father installed. These early associations with music, the Lutheran Church,! and her Swedish heritage would prove foundations for her life. St. Joseph's Saron Lutheran Church, where she was baptized, confirmed, married, and baptized her own daughter, served as a musical home in which she led worship with piano and organ, and directed its choir. Her early love of music inspired Betty to study with accomplished piano and organ teachers; accompany a variety of musical ensembles in school and community; and eventually teach private piano lessons. After graduating with honors from St. Joseph High School, with her musical performance and teaching receiving attention, she obtained a scholarship to study at Chicago's Cosmopolitan School of Music (now part of Roosevelt University). Then, Betty returned to full-time teaching piano and church musicianship in her beloved community of St. Joseph. After WWII, Betty met and married Granville B. Cutler on April 21, 1946. Granville's talents in instrumental and vocal music drew them together into a 62 year marriage! , with a daughter born in 1950. Her husband's career as a public schoo l music teacher and administrator took them to Kalamazoo, Three Oakes, Holland, Sheridan, and Plainwell in Michigan for his work in education. Together, they enjoyed attending any number of musical, drum and bugle corps/bands competitions, and traveling throughout the country for Granville's musical adjudicating and leadership in various organizations, including Lions, All-American Drum and Bugle Corps. and Band Assn., 103rd Army, and MEA. In their travels, Betty ever sought out Swedish heritage sites, while appreciating Swedish communities, churches, festivals, foods, crafts, and filling her life with all things Svensk. The other great joy of her life was encouraging her daughter's theatre career, by traveling frequently and repeatedly across country, avidly lending her support. In 2001, Betty was diagnosed with dementia and entered UCCC; during the past nine years she was compassionately cared for by her many doctors/nurse practitioners, nurses, aides, administrators, envi! ronmental/maintenance/laundry workers, UCCC staff, and most recently Great Lakes' Hospice. Until his death in 2008, her husband Granville remained devotedly at her side as Betty continued to enjoy "her music" and being with family and friends; she loved attending musical events and worship services, listening to recorded classics, working with her favorite staff, and she was known by all for her ready-availability to sing. A funeral service will be held at Trinity Lutheran Church at 504 S. Westnedge Ave. Kalamazoo, where she was a member, on Wednesday, August 18th at 11 AM and interment with her husband will be at Fort Custer National Cemetery (1 PM). Visitation is scheduled for Tuesday, August 17th, 6-8 PM at Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Memorial Chapel, 622 Burdick St. Please visit www.langelands.com for online guestbook, memories and condolences for the family. Published in Kalamazoo Gazette on August 16, 2010 (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: casay2150 Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/14235.1.1.1.1.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: No I didn't, thanks. 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: BLODGETT Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/26917/mb.ashx Message Board Post: BLODGETT, Andrew Garrett Andrew Garrett Blodgett was born in Kalamazoo, Mich., to Andrew D. Blodgett and Joyce E. Blodgett in 1958, and passed unexpectedly Sunday, August 8, 2010. After moving to San Luis Obispo, Calif. in 1994, he assumed the role of president of Waller Genetics, a flower-seed company in Guadalupe, Calif. He was a co-founder and current board member of Founders Community Bank. Following his entrepreneurial spirit, he was a consultant and pursued various development projects, including an upcoming area vineyard. Andrew was a devoted family man, a special golf caddy for his son, Michael and a tennis mentor for both his daughter, Makenzie and wife, Linda. Andrew is survived by his loving wife, Linda; two children, Michael and Makenzie; parents; three brothers and two sisters; aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and countless friends. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Diabetes Association at www.diabetes.org/donate. Published in Kalamazoo Gazette on August 15, 2010 (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: BENDER, CARY, WILSON, BASSETT, BOWLING Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/26916/mb.ashx Message Board Post: BENDER, Mrs. Alice Majorie Cary Of Kalamazoo Died June 30, 2010 in hospice care in Dallas, TX. Alice was born August 3, 1923 in Buffalo, New York, the daughter of William H. Cary and Mildred Luella Wilson Cary. She graduated from Highland Park (MI) High School and attended University of Michigan. Alice was active in the U of M Alumnae and St. Monica's Guild at St. Luke's. She was married on September 12, 1943 to Boyd Thomas Bender, who preceded her in death in 1996. Surviving are three sons, James C. Bender, Donald Bender, and Robert Bender; two sisters, Luella Cary Bassett and Carol Anne Bowling; and three grandchildren, James G. Bender, Thomas Bender, and Jill Bender. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held 11:00 AM Monday, August 16 at St. Luke's Episcopal Church, 247 West Lovell Street, Kalamazoo, with The Rev. Beth McLaren, officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Luke's Episcopal Church. Published in Kalamazoo Gazette on August 15, 2010 (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: FRECKER, WELLER, BUCHANAN, CARILLO, HOLTZ, OLGUIN, BARNES, CLIPFELL, DUKE, GIBSON, KLINE, DUFFEK, KUHN Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/26915/mb.ashx Message Board Post: FRECKER, Richard Jay Age 80 Of Scotts Died peacefully in the presence of his family on Friday August 13, 2010 at Rose Arbor Hospice in Kalamazoo following a long illness. He was born in Fort Wayne, IN on Feb. 19, 1930, the son of Joseph and Marie (Weller) Frecker. Richard was married to Virginia Lee Buchanan on Jan. 17, 1953 in New Haven, IN. Together they raised nine children and operated a dairy farm east of Leonidas until their retirement in 1979. He was a member of the Farm Bureau and a leader for the Leonidas Do-Best 4-H Club. Richard was a member of St. Edward Catholic Church in Mendon, and frequently attended Mass at St. Martin's in Vicksburg and St. Catherine's in Portage. He and his wife traveled with the Harvest Store Travel Group and enjoyed Wednesday trips to Shipshewana. They especially enjoyed their retirement by spending time with children, grandchildren, and great neighbors. Richard is survived by nine children and their spouses, Linda & Adolph Carrillo, Rose & DeWayne Holtz, Sue & Paul Olguin, D! iane & Kim Barnes, Connie & Shane Clipfell, Mary Jane & Dave Duke, Janet & Mike Gibson, Pam & Mike Kline, Rick & Eva Frecker; 21 grandchildren, Phillip, Emily, Matt, Mark, Travis, Ginger, Taylor, John, Lauren, Kelly, Kyle, Ashley, Shelby, Kirk, TJ, Elizabeth (Jake), Mitch, Nicole, Sunhee, Jinhee, and Lee; 1 great-grandchild, Ty; 6 brothers, Delbert, Eugene, Harold, Larry, Stanley, and Carl Frecker; a sister, Rose Marie Duffek; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife, Virginia, his parents, a sister, Phyllis Ann Kuhn, and a brother, Donald Frecker. The family will receive friends from 5-7 PM on Monday at the Eickhoff Funeral Home in Mendon where the Rosary will be recited at 7 PM on Monday. The funeral Mass will be 11 AM Tuesday, August 17, 2010 at St. Edward Catholic Church in Mendon with Rev. Jim Vinh Le officiating. Burial will be in St. Edward Cemetery. Memorials may be directed to Hospice of Southwest Michigan, Climax Fire & Rescue Squad, St. E! dward Catholic Church, your local 4-H Club, or to a memorial bench fun d at the Kalamazoo County Fairgrounds. An online register is available and condolences may be left for the family at www.eickhoff funeralhome.com. Published in Kalamazoo Gazette on August 15, 2010 (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.