Obituaries

Lester passed away, Monday, November 20, 2023, in Ionia.He was born April 24, 1943 in Kalamazoo the son of Marion and Ella (Swainston) James. For 30 years Lester worked for General Motors until his retirement in the late 90’s. As a young man he enjoyed square dancing and was a 4-H leader for his children. He also enjoyed camping, traveling,...

Dixie passed away, Saturday, November 4, 2023, at Kauhale in Otsego.She was born August 25, 1934 in Kalamazoo the daughter of Joe and Eveline (Jones) Wells. Dixie graduated from Kalamazoo Central High School in 1952. Dixie moved to Oklahoma in 1981 and returned to the area in 2022. She worked at several different businesses over the years including Hoard Chiropractic...

Baby Girl Guthrie was born to Heaven on November 20, 2023. Surviving are her parents, Zach Dekema and Ryann Guthrie; siblings, Lilly and Everett; grandparents, Julie and David Guthrie, Stacey Dekema and Ronald Jr. (Jen Stanfield) Dekema; great-grandparents along with several aunts, uncles, cousins and extended family members.Cremation has taken place.Messages of condolence may be posted at www.WinkelFuneralHome.com.Offer Condolence for...

Bob passed away, Sunday, November 19, 2023 in Allegan. He was born June 3, 1952 in Plainwell the son of Robert and Mertyle (Trimm) Gleason.For 33 years he worked at Rock Tenn Paper Mill as a waste water treatment operator. Bob enjoyed bowling and had been to many national tournaments over the years. He also like hunting, fishing and golfing....

Margie passed away, Sunday, November 19, 2023 at her home in Otsego.She was born April 29, 1964 in Allegan to William and Peggy (Town) Simpson. For many years she worked as a home health aide. When not working Margie enjoyed going to garage sales, spending time with her mom and crafting. Her greatest joy was being with her grandchildren.Surviving are...

Larry passed away Friday, November 17, 2023 at the Wings Home in Allegan.He was born August 15, 1956 in Paintsville, Kentucky the son of John and Louise (Salyers) Bevins. Larry was an electronics technician for Borisch Technologies until his retirement in 2011. Larry loved music especially the Blues. He was a dedicated member of the Kalamazoo Valley Blues Association.About 30...

Willa passed away, Wednesday, November 15, 2023, at Rose Arbor Hospice in Kalamazoo.She was born May 8, 1945 in Jackson, the daughter of Boyd and Mary (Delmater) Slack. For many years Willa owned and operated a daycare for many friends and family. In her free time she enjoyed oil painting, fishing, camping and hunting. She loved spending time with her...

Marion passed away, Tuesday, November 14, 2023 at her home in Martin, surrounded by her loving family. She was born August 31, 1940 in Kalamazoo, the daughter of Daniel and Janet (Nye) Wright.Marion enjoyed camping, fishing, hunting and casino slots but her most favorite thing was spending time with her family. She was the best homemaker, wife, mother and grandmother....

Peter Edward Blair passed away Thursday, November 9, 2023.Son of Edward L. Blair and Margaret (Brock) Blair Palmquist, and step-father Walter Palmquist, he was born in Gladstone, Michigan, on April 26, 1946 and grew up in Kipling, MI. He married Amy (Tonn) Blair and lived in Wallace, Michigan, for over 40 years.He was a family man, an avid outdoorsman who...

After 91 years, Mr. Russell Culver’s journey on Earth moved to the next level, with his passing at Stanford Lodge in Plainwell, on Friday, November 10, 2023.He was comforted, amazed and frequently amused by the memories of his life. Growing up on the Shelbyville farm established a strong work ethic (as well as a Grand Champion steer); years in the...

Ray passed away, Thursday, November 9, 2023, at his home with his family and caregivers by his side, and went to be with his Lord and Savior.  He lived all of his 37,131 days (101 years) to the fullest. Ray was born on March 13, 1922 in Harbor Beach, MI, the son of Herman and Elsie (Laeder) Winkel.  He graduated...

Terry passed away, Wednesday, November 8, 2023, at Rose Arbor Hospice in Kalamazoo.He was born June 16, 1947 in Allegan the son of Keith and Lorraine (Harrington) Brenner. Terry attended Otsego High School and graduated in 1965. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Army in Germany during the Vietnam Conflict.For many years Terry was a truck driver for...

Richard (Dick) Bennett, 85, of Alamo, died Thursday, Nov. 2, 2023, following a short battle with cancer. A United States Marine Corps veteran, Dick took great pride in his faith in God, and his love of country, family, and community.Dick grew up in Mulberry, Indiana, and joined the Marine Corps after high school, serving as a telegraph operator. He then...

Alvin passed away, Wednesday, November 1, 2023 at the Wings Home in Allegan.He was born October 14, 1943 in Wyandotte, MI, the son of Clarence and Alice (Prolo) Sweet.  Alvin proudly served his country in the U.S. Army 1963-1966 where he was stationed at Schofield Barracks in Honolulu, Hawaii.  Alvin also served in the Army National Guard, Holland post and...

Alice passed away, surrounded by her loving family, Tuesday, October 31, 2023, at her home in Battle Creek.She was born in Gladwin on May 5, 1930, the daughter of Albert and Nellie (Kern) Sampson. Alice had been a resident of Allegan for many years and was an elementary school teacher at the Allegan Seventh Day Adventist School. She was also...

Gordon passed away, Monday, October 30, 2023, at his home in Plainwell, surrounded by his loving family.He was born January 12, 1934 in Comstock, the son of Gerald and Adelaide (Janke) Rantz. Gordon proudly served his country in the 101stAirborne Division of the U.S. Army. For many years Gordon worked around the clock as the owner and operator of Timber...

Ruth Ann passed away, Friday, October 27, 2023 at Briarwood Assisted Living in Allegan.She was born February 25, 1941 in Lowell the daughter of Earl and Marion (Burch) Kinyon. Ruth Ann worked at several area businesses over the years including Heckman’s, Plainwell Lanes, Kal-Equip and retired from Bronson Hospital. Ruth Ann’s favorite and best job was raising her 4 sons.Ruth...

Patricia Lynn Bowlby, known to her loved ones as Pat, passed away on October 24, 2023, at the age of 72 in Plainwell, MI. Pat was born on June 17, 1951, in Kalamazoo. To know Pat was to love her. She had a feisty and vibrant personality that brought joy to everyone around her. Her spunk and sarcasm always brought...

Dolores went to be with her Lord and Savior Monday, October 23, 2023 at Rose Arbor Hospice in Kalamazoo.She was born August 19, 1935 the daughter of Stanley and Thelma (Miller) Neal. On September 5, 1956 she married Donald Cook who preceded her in 2019. Dolores retired from Bronson Hospital where she had worked as a nurse for 14 years....

Valory passed away, surrounded by her family, Tuesday, October 24, 2023 in Gobles.She was born July 13, 1942 in Otsego the daughter of Charles and Roberta Fox. On July 2, 1960 she married Orville Jackson Jr. who preceded her in death. Also preceding are her son, John Jackson; daughter Linda; brothers, Larry, Albert, Roger, Richard, David and Marvin Fox; sisters,...