Obituary Listing

Dec 25, 2023

Derek Matthew Schanz, 35 of Allegan MI, was born on April 7th, 1988, and went to be with his Lord and Savior December 25th, 2023. Derek grew up in rural Allegan. As a young child he was often seen helping his Grandpa on the farm. Some Saturday nights Derek could be found staying up late making hay forts in...

Dec 23, 2023

Charlene Ann Brinkert, 75, of Allegan, MI passed away Tuesday, December 23, 2023 at Briarwood Assisted Living.  Born November 3, 1948 in Kalkaska, MI, she was the daughter of the late Edwin and Ann (Neice) Chalker and was the wife of Jerry James Brinkert.  Charlene graduated high school in 1966 in Kalkaska and went on to earn her degree...

Dec 21, 2023

David Allen Walters, 61, of Kalamazoo, MI passed away Thursday, December 21, 2023 at his home.  Born June 19, 1962 in Allegan, he was the son of the late Richard Eugene Walters and Carol (Owens) Williams.  David was a member of the graduating class of 1981 in Paw Paw.  He enjoyed playing basketball, bowling, golfing and going roller skating. ...

Dec 20, 2023

Marko Alan Browne, 44, of Allegan, MI passed away Wednesday, December 20, 2023 at his home.  Born February 7, 1979 in Grand Rapids, he was the son of Judy (Kuhl) Myers and Michael Pease Sr.  Marko was an avid gamer and a huge Detroit Tigers fan.  He loved playing pool with friends and throwing a line in the water...

Dec 20, 2023

Marilyn June Sinkler, 81, of Allegan, MI passed away Wednesday, December 20, 2023 at her home surrounded by family.  Born June 30, 1942 in Allegan, she was the daughter of the late William and Ruth (Enders) Hillsburg and was the wife of the late Clarence Sinkler, Sr.  Marilyn was a loving and devoted wife and mother and had found...

Dec 20, 2023

Nancy Lee Smalla, 81, of Allegan, MI passed away Wednesday, December 20, 2023 at Wings Home. Born March 15, 1942 in Allegan, she was the daughter of the late Alton Brownell and Mary Elizabeth (Gant) Gorter and was the wife of Roger Dean Smalla.

Nancy graduated from Allegan High School in 1960 then attended Beauty School and...

Dec 10, 2023

Shirley Anne Nevenzel

May 19, 1953 – December 10, 2023

Shirley Anne Nevenzel, 70, of Allegan, MI passed away Sunday, December 10, 2023, at Corewell Health Butterworth Hospital in Grand Rapids.  Born May 19, 1953, in Allegan, she was the daughter of the late Lloyd Gene and Leona Mae (Beck) Nevenzel and, great friends with...

Dec 5, 2023

By the grace and mercy of God, Mrs. Leslie (Good) Samuelson, age 72, was called home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Tuesday, December 5, 2023. Leslie was born in Detroit, Michigan, on April 1, 1951, to her parents, Bill and Mary Good. Her name has Scottish origin meaning "Joy", and "Holly Garden" an appropriate...

Dec 1, 2023

Timothy Roger Daniels, 65, of Allegan, MI passed away December 1, 2023 at his home.  He was born May 30, 1958 to the late Roger Duane and Leona (Madalinski) Daniels.  Timothy had served in the United States Navy and later retired as an over the road truck driver after more than thirty-five years of employment.  In his spare time,...

Nov 30, 2023

William Jene Martinez, a man of analytical mind and adventurous spirit, passed away peacefully on February 12, 2024, at the age of 67. Born on November 14, 1956, in Fairbanks, Alaska, to Nestor and Wilma (Spencer) Martinez. William's life was marked by his intelligent approach to challenges and his commitment to service. He served honorably in the United States...

Nov 30, 2023

Ronald Owen Blake, known affectionately as Ronald to his friends and family, passed away peacefully on November 30, 2023, in Kalamazoo, Michigan, at the age of 70. Born on October 9, 1953, in La Grange, Indiana, to the late Robert and Geraldine (Simpson) Blake, Ronald was a man of gentle spirit and kind heart whose presence brought comfort and...

Nov 27, 2023

Norman Bruce Pierson was born on April 22, 1939, in Grand Rapids, Michigan to Neil & Lillian Pierson.  Norm was the oldest of 4 boys (brothers Wrex, Thomas, and James).  Norm attended Western Michigan University for his undergraduate degree in music education.  While there, he met Margaret on East Campus in a course called Human Growth and Development.  They...

Nov 12, 2023

Joan Marie Heslinga, 76 of Hopkins, Michigan, passed away on Sunday, November 12, 2023 at her home. Born September 1, 1947, in New London, CT, she was the daughter of the late Joseph Sr. and May (Rose) Aernouts and the wife of Alan Heslinga. Joan loved her family and was devoted to them, providing a loving and welcoming home. ...

Nov 8, 2023

Bruce W. Kolhoff passed away Wednesday, November 8, 2023 at Borgess Medical Center in Kalamazoo, Michigan, at the age of 90.

Mr. Kolhoff was born September 30, 1933 in Kalamazoo, Michigan to Cyril and Lillie (Cross) Kolhoff.

He was a resident of Allegan most of his life.  After graduating from Allegan High School, he went...

Nov 5, 2023

Marcia Ann Beltman, 83, of Hopkins, MI passed away Sunday, November 5, 2023 at her home with family at her side. Born January 23, 1940 in Zeeland, MI, she was the daughter of the late Arthur James and Ann (Jaarda) Lampen. Marcia was the widow of the late Leonard Jay Beltman who preceded her in death in 2018 after...

Nov 4, 2023

Arthur Joe Henry, 67 of Watson Township, Michigan, passed away November 4, 2023, in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Born July 16, 1956, in Allegan, Michigan, he was the son of the late Arthur Sr. and Paula (White) Henry and the husband of Joy (Brenner) Henry.

Arthur served honorably in the United States Navy and carried the lessons of...

Oct 30, 2023

Earl Edward Calkins, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on October 30, 2023, in Grand Rapids, MI. Born on December 16, 1938, in Hopkins, MI, he was the son of the late James and Mae (Nichols) Calkins and husband of Kathleen Jean (Lanting) Calkins.  Earl was a proud graduate of Hopkins High School. After graduation,...

Oct 26, 2023

Stanley Nelson McKenney, Sr, 86 of Allegan, Michigan, passed away on Thursday, October 26, 2023, at home.  He was born March 15, 1937, in West Branch, Ogemaw County, Michigan to Robert Raymond McKenney and Annie May Near McKenney.  He was married to Delores Marie McCullough on May 16, 1956.  She preceded him in death on March 23, 2008. Together...

Oct 21, 2023

Carolyn S. Kingsbury, affectionately known as Lyn, peacefully entered eternal rest on Saturday, October 21, 2023, in Otsego, Michigan with her loving husband by her side. Born on May 30, 1943, in Atlanta, Georgia, Lyn's life was an embodiment of faith, spirit, and passion, leaving an indelible mark on every life she touched.  She was the daughter of the...

Oct 19, 2023

Courtney Larry Creviston, III, 79 of Tucson, Arizona, passed away on October 19, 2023 at Briarwood Assisted Living in Allegan, Michigan. Born March 1, 1944, in Kalamazoo, Michigan, he was the son of the late Floyd and Dorothy (Chittum) Smith.

After graduating from Kalamazoo Central High School, Courtney served in the United States Air Force. Upon his...