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Michael Zimmerman, age 74, of Portage, passed away Thursday, February 26, 2026, at Centrica Rose Arbor Place. Michael was born June 7, 1951, in Kalamazoo, the son of Richard and Ruthann (Katzenberger) Zimmerman. He graduated from Portage Northern High School and spent many years working as a semi-truck driver before retiring. He later worked as…
William Glenn Cremer, age 79, passed away at Medilodge of Portage on February 26, 2026. He was born in Denver, CO, the son of the late John and Madeline (VandenAkker) Cremer. The youngest of five brothers, Bill was a man of love, faith, dedication and talent. He attended Valparaiso University, Davenport University and earned a…
Age 76, of Kalamazoo passed away Tuesday February 24, 2026, at Friendship Village. Jack was born October 14, 1949, in Grand Rapids the son of Donald and Mildred (VanderPloeg) Bauer. He was a graduate of South High School in Grand Rapids and Grand Valley State University and was a Veteran of the Marine Corps during…
Terrance Michael Dykman, age 87, passed away at Centrica Rose Arbor Place in Kalamazoo, MI, on February 24, 2026. He was born in Grand Rapids, MI, on March 20, 1938, the son of the late Gerald and Frances (Averill) Dykman. A Central High School graduate, Terry remained in the city of Grand Rapids throughout his…
Dean Russell Tyndall, age 95, of Kalamazoo, passed away Tuesday evening, February 24, 2026. Dean was born in Mt. Pleasant, MI, on December 23, 1930, the son of Russell F. and Ruth Lillian (Hawley) Tyndall. On July 2, 1960, he married Shirley M. Benham, who preceded him in death. Dean graduated from Lake City High…
Russ Cooper didn’t quite make it to his 84th birthday last week, but he certainly made the most of the 83 years he had. A man who always had a story ready and a boat waiting at the dock, Russ suddenly passed away on February 24, 2026, while in Florida enjoying warmth and sunshine with…
Pamela Bloom age 65 of Kalamazoo, passed away Sunday, February 22, 2026. Pamela was born in Kalamazoo on August 28, 1960, the daughter of Stanley Alfred and Ginnie Lou (Hand) Kalmer. On July 1, 1989, she married Thomas Michael Bloom who survives her. Pamela lived a quiet and simple life. She and Tom enjoyed their…
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of our beloved Judy Lee Weessies of Portage, Michigan, who transitioned to her heavenly home on Sunday, February 22, 2026 at the age of 84. Judy was a cherished wife, mother, sister, grandmother and member of the community, known for her kindness, generosity, empathy and…
Ann Margaret “Annie” Bair, aged 61, went to be with her Lord and Savior on February 22, 2026. She was born on December 15, 1964, the daughter of the late Auris and Olive (Thomas) Bair. Annie was loved and treasured as a gift from God by all who knew her. She loved her Lord and…
Age 83, of Kalamazoo passed away Sunday February 22, 2026, at Kairos Dwelling. John was born February 1, 1943, in Hastings the son of Cyle and Rose Marie (Peek) Arnold. John retired from the Public Works Department at the City of Kalamazoo and enjoyed bowling and playing horseshoes. On July 9, 1966, in Kalamazoo John…
