Obituaries

Brooklyn Botello

Brooklyn Botello

Aug 23, 2024

Brooklyn Rayne Botello, born November 29, 2005, was a vibrant and beloved young woman who tragically passed away at the age of 18 on August 23, 2024. Her untimely death has left a profound void in the hearts of her family, friends, and peers.

Brooke was a radiant soul who possessed a unique ability to...

Frank Hines

Frank Hines

Aug 20, 2024

Frank James "Jim" Hines, a cherished father, grandfather, friend, and brother, passed away at the age of 64 on August 20, 2024, in Kalamazoo, MI, after a short courageous battle with cancer.

Born on May 5, 1960, in Vicksburg, MI, to Herbert & Shelby Hines. Jim was known for his loving, friendly, and generous nature....

Aaron Putnam

Aaron Putnam

Aug 18, 2024

Aaron L. Putnam

Obituary

Aaron L. Putnam, of Ada, Michigan, born March 31, 1951, in Caro, Michigan, to Peter W. and June S. Putnam, passed away peacefully on August 18, 2024. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and brother. Aaron resided with his wife, Linda (Inman) Putnam, at their...

Gerald Haas

Gerald Haas

Aug 18, 2024

Gerald “Jerry” Haas passed away peacefully in his home on Sunday surrounded by his family and his sweet dog Roxy. He was born to his parents, Polly, and Marty Haas, on September 13, 1941.

Jerry excelled in track, baseball, football, and wrestling in his youth. In his senior year at Comstock High School, he was...

Anthony ` Zwick

Anthony ` Zwick

Aug 18, 2024

Anthony Roy Zwick, 28, of Kalamazoo, formerly of Mount Pleasant, passed away unexpectedly on August 18, 2024, after a long struggle with mental illness. Anthony grew up in Mount Pleasant and attended Mount Pleasant Public Schools, where he enjoyed participating in the PEAK before- and after-school programs, especially those that involved reading, which he loved. He was a voracious...