Obituary Listing

Jul 16, 2023

James J. Miller, 80, of Allegan, passed away on July 16, 2023.  He was born in Allegan, Michigan on February 12, 1943, to William and Nellie Miller.

Jimmy is survived by his brother, Steve; niece, Tracey; great niece, Allissa; and nephews, Duncan, Courtney, and Billy.

Jimmy was preceded in death by his father, William; mother,...

Jul 9, 2023

Triston Lee Bradshaw, 24, passed away unexpectedly from a car accident on July 9, 2023. Triston was born on his brother's birthday, May 3, 1999, in Allegan, Michigan. He grew up in the family home on Ida Street, surrounded by a neighborhood of close friends and watchful parents. When they say "it takes a village…" this was his village....

Jul 6, 2023

David Michael Mankin, of Allegan, passed away at the age of 40 on July 6th, 2023 at home from addictive disease.

The writing of this obituary was delayed by the pain of a premature departure.  Although addictive disease itself is not always a terminal diagnosis, its chronic nature oftentimes leaves in its wake an incurable perspective on...

Jul 5, 2023

Thomas Charles Damber, 81, of Dorr, MI passed away Wednesday, July 5, 2023 at his home with his family at his side.  Born March 15, 1942 in Cheshire Township, he was the son of the late Joseph William and Esther Louise (Pergande) Damber and was the husband of Donna Jean (Genther) Damber.  Thomas worked for the majority of his...

Jul 1, 2023

Jack Lee VanVolkinburg of Allegan, Michigan went to be with Jesus on July 1, 2023, surrounded by his family. Jack was born October 19, 1935, in Cadillac, Michigan to his late parents Fern and Vena (Follis) VanVolkinburg. He would meet his soulmate Lois Jean Wagner and shared 67 years in marriage. Jack served in the Army for 2 years...

Jun 27, 2023

Norma Jeanine Cerveny, 73, of Allegan, MI passed away Tuesday, June 27, 2023 at her home surrounded by family.  Born October 29, 1949 in South Haven, MI, she was the daughter of the late Ernest Leroy and Virginia Margretta (Copeland) McNees and was the wife of Leroy Charles Cerveny.  Norma had worked for Tru Heat in Allegan and had...

Jun 25, 2023

Deborah Kay Wesseling, 65, of Plainwell, MI passed away Sunday, June 25, 2023 at Medilodge in East Lansing.  Born September 28, 1957 in Plainwell, she was the daughter of the late Louis Edward and Eunice Louise (Harrison) LaFountain.  Deborah had a spunky, unique personality and was proud of her one-of-a-kind style, which included a lot of tie dye.  Whenever...

Jun 19, 2023

Rainen Andrew Richards, 24, of Paw Paw was tragically taken from us June 19th, 2023.

Rainen was born May 12th, 1999 to Jessica Richards. He came into this world a fighter with his twin, best friend, and often sparring partner, Devin. They were instantly welcomed into this world by their big sister and hero, Hunter (even though...

Jun 18, 2023

Diana Marie Puschel, 81, of Hopkins, MI passed away Sunday, June 18, 2023 at Bronson Methodist Hospital in Kalamazoo. Born November 13, 1941 in Detroit, she was the daughter of the late Lorraine Wilkinson-Clay and was the wife of Paul Edward Puschel.  Diana was a longtime member of Epiphany Lutheran Church in Dorr.  She began attending in 1994 and...

Jun 18, 2023

Marian Carol Herpst, "Grandma Harley" of Allegan, Michigan, formally of Lansing, Michigan, left her earthly home to be reunited with her loving husband, Ron, on Sunday, June 18, 2023.  Born July 21, 1940 in Lansing, Michigan, she was the daughter of the late John and Carol Joy (Beard) Maurer.

Marian was a faithful member of Blessed Sacrament...

Jun 15, 2023

Robert Harry Brown, 77 of Watson, Michigan, passed away Thursday, June 15, 2023, at Bronson Methodist Hospital in Kalamazoo, Michigan. Born December 12, 1945, in Plainwell, Michigan, he was the son of Harry and Elma (Clawson) Brown and the husband of Angeline (Weglarz) Brown.  Robert graduated from Hopkins High School, received a bachelor's degree from WMU and went on...

Jun 11, 2023

Phyllis DIANE Hensley, 66 of Plainwell, Michigan (formerly of Fennville, Michigan), passed away Sunday, June 11, 2023 at Ascension Borgess Medical Center in Kalamazoo, Michigan.  Born July 3, 1956 in Richmond, Indiana, she was the daughter of the late George and Eula (Dill) Hensley.  Diane grew up in Fennville, Michigan with her family and moved to Plainwell, Michigan at...

Jun 8, 2023

Linus John Heibel, 73, of Dorr, MI, passed away Thursday, June 8, 2023 peacefully at home. Born November 2, 1949 in Zeeland, he was the son of the late Cletus and Margaret (Rewa) Heibel and the husband of Nancy (Balzeski) Heibel. Linus was a lifelong member of St. Mary's Visitation Catholic Church and had worked as the school custodian,...

Jun 7, 2023

Eloise Frances Raderstorf, 79 of Allegan, Michigan, passed away Wednesday, June 7, 2023 at Briarwood Assisted Living in Allegan.  Born October 9, 1943 in Allegan, Michigan, she was the daughter of the late Eldon and Frances (Page) Philley.  Eloise was an Allegan High School graduate, Class of 1961.  During high school she worked at The Grill (now known as...

Jun 6, 2023

Mary Frances Hearn, 95 of Allegan, passed away Tuesday, June 6, 2023 at her home surrounded by her family.  Born April 3, 1928 in Old Fort, North Carolina, she was the daughter of the late James and Mattie (Portrum) Brown and the wife of the late Joseph Hearn.  Mary was a spirited woman who loved her family fiercely.  Though...

Jun 6, 2023

June 06, 2023, Susan Jane Knobloch (Ratulowski) 58, of Allegan, passed away at home with her loving husband Tim and sister Sandy Martin by her side. Sue passed peacefully while asleep after a very long battle with breast cancer. Sue and Tim married in 2015 and for almost 8 years resided in Allegan with their son Connor. Sue, the...

Jun 4, 2023

John Royal Austin, 57 of Allegan, Michigan, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Sunday, June 4, 2023 at his home.  Born August 1, 1965 in Kalamazoo, Michigan, he was the son of the late Joseph and Shirley (Remington) Austin.  John was a true person.  Often referred to as a Gentle Giant, he had a big heart...

May 28, 2023

Tod Matthew Hatfield, 62, of Otsego, MI passed away Sunday, May 28, 2023 at Ely Manor in Allegan.  Born July 15, 1960 in Plainwell, he was the son of the late Floyd and Darlene (Risner) Hatfield.  Tod was the owner and operator of Reflections Metal Finishing.  In his spare time, he enjoyed fishing and playing guitar.

Tod...

May 26, 2023

Steven L. Yerxa, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother and uncle, passed away on May 26, 2023, at the age of 63. He entered his Heavenly home at 8:35 pm at Ascension Borgess Hospital after a long-term illness.

Steven was married to his loving wife, Rose Yerxa, for 38 years. Together, they raised two sons, Joseph Yerxa...

May 24, 2023

Victoria Celeste Niffenegger passed away at home on May 24, 2023. Born on October 19, 2022, the oldest of identical twins, Victoria was an immense joy to every life she touched during her brief seven months on Earth.

Victoria was the daughter of Jacob and Susan Niffenegger; sister of twin, Lorelai Rae; sister to Azaria Lorinda and...