Obituaries

Feb 18, 2025

John Jackson, a longtime resident of Kalamazoo, Michigan, passed away peacefully on February 18, 2025, at the age of 78. He was born on August 29, 1946, to Marie (Abbot) and Howard Jackson.

John graduated from University High School in Kalamazoo in 1964 before attending Michigan State University. From 1967 to 1971, he served as...

Feb 18, 2025

Ray Leroy Bordeaux, 83 of Comstock Park, Michigan passed away on February 18, 2025, in his home, surrounded by his loving family after a long battle with cancer. Ray was born in Cadilliac, Michigan on September 23, 1941, to Francis Delos Bordeaux & Laura Elva (Bishop) Bordeaux. After 35 years of service, Ray retired from Knape & Vogt Manufacturing,...

Feb 18, 2025

Cassandra A. (Gunn) Batema, known affectionately as Sandy to her friends and family, passed away on February 18, 2025, at the age of 61. Born November 22, 1963, in Holland, Michigan to Ferna (Walker) Gunn and Larry Gunn. Sandy was surrounded by the love and warmth of her family. Her courageous battle with cancer showcased her unwavering spirit and...

Feb 17, 2025

Feb 17, 2025

Mary Louise Stidham, 81, began her adventure on May 9th, 1943, in Grand Rapids, Michigan. She lived a long life full of travels, experiences and the pursuit of her own happiness. This included fond memories with her family, friends and her beloved ducks while residing in Cedar Springs, Michigan. Mary’s strength and feisty independence, coupled with her sense of...

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Feb 13, 2025

Elaine M. Joynson, aged 96, passed away peacefully due to natural causes on February 13, 2025, in Hastings, Michigan. Born on February 7, 1929, in Ferndale, Michigan, Elaine's life was marked by her unwavering spirit, her love for her family, and her passion for the simple joys of life.

Elaine's journey began as the cherished...

Feb 13, 2025

Feb 13, 2025

Dawn Elaine (Drummond) Hause, 64, passed away on February 13, 2025, in Kalamazoo, Michigan.

Born on February 11, 1961, in Kalamazoo, Dawn spent her life rooted in faith and kindness. She grew up in the Church of God-Anderson and, for the past decade, was a devoted member of Kalamazoo First Assembly. Her faith was a...

Feb 12, 2025

Beverly Josephine Eimer of Jackson Michigan, passed away peacefully on February 12, 2025, at the age of 101. Born on October 16, 1923, Beverly's life was full of faith and enduring love. She was proceeded in death by her beloved husband of 68 years, Frank George Eimer. She missed him desperately and it is a great comfort to her...

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