Obituaries

Gwen passed away Friday, October 8, 2021 at her home in Plainwell.She was born March 2, 1950 in Plainwell, the daughter of Cecil and MaryAnne (Ransbottom) Root. Gwen owned and operated Digby Chips with her husband and was a hostess at Judy’s Restaurant for many years. In her free time she enjoyed attending her breast cancer support group, watching Young...

Sue passed away Wednesday, October 6, 2021 at the Wings Home in Allegan.She was born July 26, 1941 in Plainwell, the daughter of Robert and Mary (Helsel) Confer. Sue worked at Harding’s, Skogsmo, Parker Hannifin, Bomar Research and most recently at Hamilton Lumber. In her free time Sue enjoyed knitting, crocheting, reading and playing slots at the casino. Most of...

Ed passed away Friday, October 1, 2021 at his home in Plainwell.He was born June 14, 1952 in Kalamazoo, the son of John and Virginia (Rich) Sehy. For 30 years Ed worked at General Motors as a die setter until his retirement in 2002. In his spare time he enjoyed keeping his yard immaculate, hunting, fishing and gardening. Most of...

Richard passed away Saturday, October 2, 2021 at his home in Plainwell.He was born April 2, 1942 in Kalamazoo, the son of Arthur and Alma (Laymon) Tyler. For over 43 years Richard worked as a marking room clerk at Meijer on Westnedge Avenue in Kalamazoo until his retirement in 2007.Richard had previously belonged to the Otsego Church of God and...

Margaret passed away Wednesday, September 29, 2021 at Bronson Hospital in Kalamazoo.She was born October 23, 1952 in Kalamazoo, the daughter of Carl and Jeanette (Northam) Moyer. She was a 1970 Otsego High School graduate and lifelong resident of the area. Margaret was a woman of strong faith and loved the Lord. She was an active member of her church....

Phillip passed away Wednesday, September 29, 2021 in Kalamazoo.He was born November 4, 1943 in Battle Creek, the son of Thomas and Daisy (Miller) Head. For 53 years Phil worked as a die setter at Checker Motors until his retirement. In his free time he enjoyed collecting things, camping at the Moose Lodge and going to garage sales. Phil was...

LeRoy (Lee) Fairbotham went to his home in glory on September 28, 2021. He was surrounded by his loving family at his home. Lee was born June 5, 1943, the son of Dale and Barbara Fairbotham who have proceeded him in death.Lee was a graduate of Mason high school in Mason, Michigan. Following high school, he served eight years in...

Sylvia passed away Friday, September 24, 2021 at Wings Home in Allegan.She was born August 17, 1924 in Plainwell, the daughter of Claude and Hazel (Roomsberg) Ives. Sylvia enjoyed living a simple life. She loved spending time with her family and friends, especially, Kitty Town, Janet Smith and Sherry Johnson. She was a longtime resident at Baraga Manor in Otsego....

Shirley passed away Wednesday, September 22, 2021 in Kalamazoo.She was born October 28, 1939 in Corning, Arkansas, the daughter of William and Nellie (Linsday) Dunn. Shirley worked at the same restaurant location on M-89 for many years, through several name changes, from Burger Chef through Burger King and at the Chicken Chalet in Allegan until her retirement. She loved spending...

Our beloved “Tootie” passed away on September 16, 2021. She was surrounded by her loving husband, children, and grandchildren.Maxine is survived by her husband of 55 years, John D. Horvath; her sister Michelle Baker (Ken) of Lakeview; her daughter and son in law, Donna & Eric Mahieu of Holland; her son and daughter in law, John & Kimberly Horvath of...

Edna passed away Thursday, September 16, 2021 at her home in Otsego.She was born March 17, 1935 in Quick Sand, Kentucky, the daughter of Rell and Laura (Fitch) Coburn. For 30 years Edna worked at Parker Hannifin until her retirement. She married Wade Bolen and spent 27 years together until his passing in 1981. Edna enjoyed gardening and loved flowers.Surviving...

Jim passed away Tuesday, September 14, 2021 at his home in Portage.He was born March 29, 1936 in Florida, the son of Eveylyn Carpenter. For many years Jim worked in sales at Allied Paper Company until his retirement. Jim enjoyed traveling, dancing and boating. He was a longtime member and a Commodore of the Singapore Yacht Club in Saugatuck. On...

Margie passed away Wednesday, September 15, 2021 at her home in Otsego.She was born February 22, 1929 in Otsego, the daughter of Clair and Alice (Warner) Town. For over 15 years Margie worked as a kitchen aide at Otsego Public Schools. In her free time she enjoyed collecting dolls, embroidering pillowcases and taking care of her family. On August 20,...

Louise Miller, age 85, passed away peacefully in her son’s home September 14, 2021 due to congestive heart failure. She was born August 6, 1936 in Three Rivers, Michigan to Eva and Henry Tregidgo. She eloped and married her high school sweetheart, David Cooper who preceded her in death. She married again to Larry Miller, who also precedes her in...

Karen passed away Monday, September 13, 2021 at the Wings Home in Allegan, MI.She was born March 3, 1937 in Cavite, Philippines, the daughter of Warren and Ruth (Pitz) Daigler. For 38 years Karen worked for the City of Plainwell until her retirement in 2012. She enjoyed playing cards and belonged to a pinochle club. She also liked volunteering for...

SuDonna passed away Sunday, September 12, 2021 at her home in Otsego.She was born November 26, 1966 in Battle Creek, the daughter of Gerald and Clara Lingg. SuDonna worked as a home health caregiver. She was a wonderful person with a heart of gold. SuDonna enjoyed playing softball, caring for her husband and watching NCIS and other crime dramas. On...

Dr. Jeffrey S. Taylor passed away Sunday, September 12, 2021 at Borgess Hospital in Kalamazoo.He was born August 27, 1944 in Grand Ledge, the son of Ralph and Margaret (Brown) Taylor. Dr. Taylor owned and operated Taylor Chiropractic Clinic in Otsego until his semi-retirement. He was always willing to assist his son Brett who took over the practice in 2018.In...

Larry passed away Sunday, September 12, 2021 at Allegan General Hospital.He was born April 18, 1956 in Kalamazoo, the son of Donald and Frances (Grimes) Rutherford. For over 20 years Larry worked as a welder for Checker Motors. He also worked as a mechanic for Street and Strip in Kalamazoo and Muffler Man in Plainwell.In his free time Larry enjoyed...

Steve passed away Sunday, September 5, 2021 at his home in Otsego.He was born April 18, 1954, in Allegan, the son of Earl and Mable (Kurtz) Holmes. For 37 years Steve worked for AT&T. In his free time he enjoyed woodworking, tinkering around the house, doing home improvements and was always willing to help his family and friends. On June...

Cindy passed away Friday, September 3, 2021 at the Laurels of Sandy Creek in Wayland.She was born July 29, 1958 in Plainwell, the daughter of Gayle and Eleanor (MacDonald) Livingston. For many years she worked in the emergency room at Borgess and Bronson retiring in 1987. Cindy enjoyed reading Stephen King novels, Mickey and Minnie Mouse, watching Jeopardy, M.A.S.H. and...