Obituaries
Robert L. Fuller
Aug 30, 2025
Robert L. Fuller passed away on August 30, 2025, at Kauhale in Otsego. Born on April 13, 1935, in Otsego, he was the cherished son of Charles and Beatrice (Beldon) Fuller.
Bob led a remarkable life marked by a strong sense of duty and passion. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Army during the Korean Era, stationed in Germany,...
Thomas F. Teed
Aug 28, 2025
Thomas "Tom" Teed, passed away on August 28, 2025, at the Life Care Center of Plainwell. He was born on March 20, 1937, in Newberry, to the late John and Effie (Rall) Teed.
Tom had a profound impact on those around him, spending an admirable 32 years caring for patients at the State Hospital in Newberry until his retirement in 1991....
Matthew S. Veldt
Aug 28, 2025
Matthew “Matt” Veldt, a devoted husband, father, son, brother, and friend, passed away unexpectedly on August 28, 2025, in Parchment. Born on August 5, 1984, in Kalamazoo, he was the son of John and Lori (Pikkaart) Veldt. Matt graduated from Otsego High School in 2002 and attended Kalamazoo Valley Community College. He dedicated himself to a fulfilling career as a...
Roger M. Mason
Aug 27, 2025
Roger passed away peacefully at his home in Otsego on August 27, 2025. Born on July 20, 1942, in Otsego, he was the beloved son of John and Addie (Parsons) Mason.
Roger proudly served his country in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War and was awarded a Purple Heart medal. After his service, he returned to his hometown where he...
Larry W. Harness
Aug 23, 2025
Larry W. Harness passed away on August 23, 2025, at Wings Home in Allegan. He was born on November 12, 1954, in Kalamazoo, the son of Leo and Maxine (Davidson) Harness.
Larry dedicated a significant part of his life to his career as an electrician. In 1976, he expanded his service to the community by becoming an Auxiliary Police Officer. Beyond...
Timothy S. Lapham
Aug 22, 2025
Tim passed away unexpectedly, Friday, August 22, 2025.
He was born on January 15, 1961, the son of Stuart and Susan (Hall) Lapham. Tim graduated from Lawton High School in 1979. He loved everything about cars and worked painting cars at several area body shops including Tappers Body Shop, Shepard’s Auto Body and Visions Car and Truck Accessories.
Tim began attending Journey...
James F. Dendel
Aug 22, 2025
James F. Dendel passed away on August 22, 2025, at his daughter’s home in Battle Creek. He was born on December 23, 1942, in Allegan, the son of Raymond and Irene (Boylan) Dendel.
Jim graduated from Otsego High School in 1961. He began working at Parker Hannifin in 1964 and was a devoted tool and die maker for 40 years until...
Jeffrey S. Noble
Aug 20, 2025
Jeffrey Scott Noble passed away at his home in Kalamazoo on August 20, 2025, at the age of 64.
Born on November 15, 1960, in Allegan, he was the beloved son of Gordon and Joyce (Cleary) Noble. Jeff proudly served his country in the U.S. Army. Throughout his life, Jeff dedicated himself to various manufacturing jobs in the area.
His greatest joy...
Dorothy A. Shattuck
Aug 19, 2025
Dorothy A. Shattuck, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on August 19, 2025, at her home in Allegan. Born on May 21, 1941, in Allegan, she was the cherished daughter of William and Jeanetta (Boerman) VanDerMeer.
Dorothy was a 1958 Otsego High School graduate. She worked at the H.L. Friedlin Company sewing coats in Allegan and dedicated much...
Ronald A. Miller
Aug 19, 2025
Ronald A. Miller was born on December 15, 1938, in Columbus, Wisconsin, to Walter and Erna (Poetter) Miller. He peacefully passed away on August 19, 2025, at the Life Care Center in Plainwell. After graduating from Columbus High School in 1957, he pursued higher education at the University of Wisconsin, where he graduated in 1968. He furthered his academic accomplishments...
Hazel L. Dodge
Aug 16, 2025
Hazel Dodge, age 88, passed away peacefully at Centrica Rose Arbor Hospice on August 16, 2025.
She was born August 25, 1936, in Ishpeming, MI, to the late Theodore and Blanche Sharkey as the oldest of 9 children. Hazel attended Gwinn Schools and graduated in 1953. In 1955 she married Dwayne “Hank” Enos and together brought into the world a son...
Paul R. Ponitz
Aug 14, 2025
Paul passed away peacefully at his home in Otsego on August 14, 2025, at the age of 83. Born on February 5, 1942, in Battle Creek, he was the son of Paul and Evelyn (Schmidt) Ponitz. His early life laid the foundation for a remarkable journey filled with love, dedication, and achievement.
Paul graduated from Battle Creek Central High School and...
Kathryn S. Plotts-Shimnoski
Aug 11, 2025
With heavy hearts, we share that our beloved mother, grandma, sister, aunt, and friend, Kathryn Sue (Dunklee) Plotts-Shimnoski passed away peacefully at home on Monday, August 11th, with loved ones by her side, after facing a brief, but courageous battle with cancer.
True to who she was, she met even this final chapter with grace, humor, and love. Kathy lived her...
Daniel S. Chapman
Aug 7, 2025
Daniel "Dan" Chapman passed away peacefully at his home in Plainwell on August 7, 2025. He was born on October 24, 1969, in Kalamazoo, the son of Thomas and Gwendolyn (Howard) Chapman.
He dedicated many years of his life to public service, serving as a Police Officer in Decatur, Dowagiac, and Mattawan. Dan also served as a Deputy Sheriff in Mackinac...
Jack D. Schricker
Aug 4, 2025
Jack passed away on Monday, August 4, 2025, at the U of M Health West in Wyoming. He was born on June 20, 1938, in Delton, the son of Robert and Katie (Whittmore) Schricker. Jack lived a full and vibrant life, dedicated to his family, who he cherished more than anything.
For over 30 years, Jack worked at Kal Equip until...
Ronald L. Powers
Jul 31, 2025
Ronald L. Powers, affectionately known as Ron, passed away on July 31, 2025, at the Vibrant Life Assisted Living in Kalamazoo. Born on October 11, 1933, in Plainwell, he was the beloved son of Charles and Evelyn Powers.
As a young man Ron worked at movie theaters in both Otsego and Plainwell. After a few years in construction, Ron dedicated the...
Rickie Jones II
Jul 29, 2025
In Loving Memory of Rickie Lee Jones II December 26, 1975 – July 29, 2025
Some people live loud. Rickie lived steady. With quiet strength, a kind heart, and a deep love for his family and for God, Rickie Lee Jones II left a mark that can’t be measured by volume, but by the depth of the love he gave, and...
Avis B Simless
Jul 26, 2025
Avis B. Simless, born on March 24, 1929, in Vermontville, Michigan, peacefully departed this life on July 26, 2025, at the Trillium Woods Faith Hospice in Byron Center, Michigan, surrounded by her loving family. She lived a life that touched many, embodying kindness, strength, and unwavering faith.
As a cherished member of the Otsego United Methodist Church, Avis found a deep...
Claude R Charles
Jul 25, 2025
Claude R.Charles, passed away Friday, July 25, 2025 in Plainwell, MI. Claude was born October 16, 1936 to William and Ethel (Rasnake) Charles. Claude was born in Filbert, W. Virginia, then moved to Indiana, and he finally made his home in Michigan. Claude proudly service his country in the US Army in Communications. He worked for Lawrence Industries retiring at...
Carol G. Tyler
Jul 19, 2025
Carol G. Tyler passed away peacefully, Saturday, July 19, 2025, at Kairos Dwelling in Kalamazoo.
Carol was born January 25, 1938, the daughter of Merrill and Louise (Cowels) Burd. She dedicated twenty years of her professional life working in the office at Sutherland Paper, where she became known for her strong work ethic and kindness toward colleagues. After her career in...
Subscribe
Subscribe to get alerts on new obituaries
