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Mary Rose (Wuis) Durham
May 7, 2024
Mary Rose Durham, 72, of Allegan, MI passed away Tuesday, May 7, 2024 at her home. Born August 21, 1951 in Fremont, OH, she was the daughter of the late Thomas and Donna (Harring) Wuis and was the wife of Danny A. Durham. Mary was a long-time member of the Assembly of God Church. She retired from the public...
Dawn Marie (Showers) Wells
May 6, 2024
Dawn Marie Wells, 69, of Allegan, MI passed away Monday, May 6, 2024 at Ascension Borgess Hospital in Kalamazoo. Born April 7, 1955 in Lansing, she was the daughter of Bonnie (Maloney) Showers and the late Norm Showers. Dawn had tended bar at Sherwood's Cove for over twenty years. She later went to work with Chrysalis providing home health...
Colten Alan Sabin
May 4, 2024
Colten Alan Sabin, 23, of Hopkins, MI passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, May 4, 2024. Born August 24, 2000, he was the son of Anna Marie Dame and Alfred Jay Sabin, IV. Colten had worked as a semi driver and package handler for UPS. He was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting and fishing, but also liked to spend...
Bert D. Brouwer
May 1, 2024
Born and raised in Allegan Michigan, Bert founded a strong value of family, friendships, and community. As a bus driver for Allegan Public Schools for 30 plus years, he valued the safety of all the kids he got to bus.
Bert, 71, passed away May 1, 2024 at U of M Metro hospital, in Grand Rapids Michigan,...
Roger J. Rininger
Apr 30, 2024
Roger J. Rininger was unconventional, a masterful storyteller, and an intrepid traveler. He was a connoisseur of the unique and different. Throughout his life, he wove tales of adventure and wonder, captivating all who had the privilege of listening. Whether recounting his own escapades or sharing tales from far-off places, he had a rare ability to ignite curiosity and...
Albert John Radspieler
Apr 30, 2024
Albert John Radspieler II, a resident of Allegan, Michigan, age 83 bid farewell to this world on April 30, 2024. Born on January 19, 1941, to the late Albert John Radspieler Sr. and Antoinette "Ann" (Wapienik) Radspieler, he was also preceded in death by his wife, Sarah Radspieler, in 2009 and brother-in-law David Jones. Survivors include his sister, Phyllis...
Dorothy Ann (Opperman) Wilson
Apr 30, 2024
Dorothy Ann (Opperman) Wilson passed away peacefully on April 30th, 2024, at the age of 92, in Kalamazoo, Michigan at Rose Arbor, Centrica. Dorothy was born on March 3rd, 1932, in Grand Rapids, Michigan to the late Edward and Jennie (Mason) Opperman. Dorothy grew up in the town of Hopkins, Michigan where she graduated from high school in 1951. ...
Wayne John Kooy
Apr 28, 2024
Wayne John Kooy, known affectionately as Wayne to his friends and family, passed away peacefully of natural causes on April 28, 2024, in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Born on April 26, 1932, in Lansing, Illinois, Wayne's life was marked by a spirit of adventure and a remarkable aptitude for creation and innovation. Wayne's journey began as the son of Cornelius...
Philip John Pickin
Apr 23, 2024
Philip John Pickin, age 75, of Allegan, passed away on Tuesday, April 23, 2024, at home. Philip was born on August 3, 1948, in Bradford-on-Avon, England to Ivryn and Winifred Pickin. After finishing school, Philip worked in construction as a trench digger and brick mover. At 16 he took an apprenticeship to become an electrical engineer and received his...
Kristin Kay Dekam
Apr 19, 2024
Kristy is survived by her mother, Janet Dickerson, and preceded in death by her "true" father, Jerry Larson. She was blessed to be loved by a large family, aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews. Dickersons, Larsons, Jacus', Millers, Thayers, DeKams, and Brindleys - she loved you all.
Kristy taught Humanities and Philosophy classes at Kalamazoo Valley Community College...
Julie Irene (Morrison) Rayman
Apr 12, 2024
Julia Irene Rayman passed away peacefully in her sleep at The Laurels of Sandy Creek on Friday April 12, 2024, just a few days before her 72nd birthday. She was born on April 16, 1952, in Kalamazoo, MI to Robert and Elaine (Evink) Morrison.
Julia was preceded in death by her parents and brother, Robert Morrison.
...Thomas Zipp Dunning
Apr 10, 2024
Thomas Zipp Dunning, 80, passed away at home, on April 10, 2024, in Allegan, MI. Tom was born on May 28, 1943, in Muskegon, MI to the late Robert and Muriel Dunning. Tom's middle name was Zipp, which was his mother's maiden name.
Thomas worked and retired in Allegan and enjoyed woodworking at home. Tom served in...
Scarlett O'Hara (Nunnally) Smith
Apr 8, 2024
Scarlett O'hara (Nunnally) Smith
November 26, 1962 – April 8, 2024
Scarlett O'hara Smith (Nunnally) passed away at her home on April 8, 2024, at the age of 61, in Allegan, Michigan. Born on November 26, 1962, in Cape Girardeau, Missouri. Scarlett was a mother, grandmother, sister, and friend who brought joy and love to...
Irene Anne (De Uriarte) Ruga
Apr 7, 2024
Irene Anne Ruga passed away on April 7, 2024. Born September 9, 1931 in St. Louis, Missouri, she was the second daughter of Ignacio M. de Uriarte and Guadalupe (Gomez) de Uriarte. The loving family resided in Mexico City, Missouri.
Irene graduated from St. Brendan High School in 1948. In 1949 she earned her Private Pilot's license...
Arthur Herman Liebelt Iii
Apr 6, 2024
Arthur Herman Liebelt III
December 24, 1961 – April 6, 2024
Arthur Herman Liebelt III, a cherished soul and master of many crafts, passed away on April 6, 2024, at the age of 62 in Grand Rapids, MI. Born on December 24, 1961, in Joliet, IL, to proud parents Arthur and Donna Jean (Schenkel) Liebelt,...
Paul Chester Madalinski
Apr 6, 2024
Paul Chester Madalinski, a devoted family man, and respected community member, passed away peacefully on April 6, 2024, at the age of 74, in Hopkins, MI. Born on May 23, 1949, in Allegan, MI, Paul's life was characterized by his loving nature and deep faith. Predeceased by his parents, Chester and Frances (Pergande) Madalinski, Paul's legacy continues through his...
Maryanne "Mimi" Gabriel
Apr 4, 2024
Maryanne "Mimi" Gabriel exited this world like she lived: in her own way and on her own schedule. On April 4th 2024, Mimi passed beyond the veil after a long battle with lupus and a short fight with cardiac, G.I., and respiratory issues. She was preceded in death by her parents, Conrad and Leona, her brother, Phil, and her...
Darlene Joy (Harris) Davis
Mar 30, 2024
Darlene Joy (Harris) Davis
June 24, 1942 – March 30, 2024
Darlene Joy (Harris) Davis, a beacon of unconditional love and joy, passed away peacefully on March 30, 2024, at the age of 81. Born on June 24, 1942, to the late Erwin and Lena (Olds) Harris, Darlene's life was characterized by the love she...
Shirley Sara (Green) Breon
Mar 28, 2024
Shirley Sara Breon, 87, of Allegan, MI passed away Thursday, March 28, 2024 at Meadow Woods Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Bloomingdale. Born August 13, 1936 in Huntingdon, PA, she was the daughter of the late Arthur Earl and Grace Green. While in Pennsylvania, Shirley had worked for Knouse Food and Corner Restaurant and did some babysitting. She was...
Norma Elaine (Crismon) Biggs
Mar 24, 2024
Norma Elaine Biggs, 96, of Allegan, MI passed away Sunday, March 24, 2024 at Wings Home in Allegan with her daughter and son-in-law, Sandra and Mike Bender, at her side. Born September 8, 1927 in Hopkins, MI, she was the daughter of the late William and Hattie (Opperma) Crismon and was the wife of the late John David Biggs. ...
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