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Gene Harvey of Kalamazoo passed away peacefully at his home on December 22, 2025. Gene is survived by his wife Sharron and their three children, Chris (Teresa, deceased), Duane (Roberta) and Mark (Marsha). Gene had four grandchildren (Kristen, Erika, Brandon and Jessica) and six great grandchildren. Gene and Sharron met in Oshtemo, Mi and married…
Vivian Lynn Wood, age 81, passed away unexpectedly at home on December 22, 2025. She was born in Bloomington, IL, on February 24, 1944, the daughter of the late Ralph and Alma (Fors) Johnson. She grew up in Normal, IL, graduated from Normal Community High School, and attended Illinois State University for a year. On…
It is with deep sorrow that the family of Neal Andrew Dunithan share the news of his passing on December 21, 2025. Neal was born on April 2, 1984 in Kalamazoo, Michigan to Randy and Linda (Champion) Dunithan, who survive. He graduated from Galesburg-Augusta High School, Class of 2002, where he participated in wrestling, football…
Steven Douglas Roddy, age 45, was born on January 29, 1980, in Battle Creek, Michigan, and passed away on December 19, 2025, at Bronson Hospital in Kalamazoo, Michigan. Steven is survived by his father, Kim (Carlina) Roddy of Chattanooga, Tennessee; his mother, Rebecca Knapp of Battle Creek, Michigan; his brother, Christopher Roddy; his close aunt,…
It is with abundant love and sorrow that our family announces the loss of our beloved north star and guiding light, Bennett Gordon Howes, on December 19, 2025 at the age of 99. His abiding love, honor, and stability will guide our lives forever. Quietly and lovingly he led his family with determination, wisdom and…
Age 61 of White Pigeon, passed away December 19, 2025. Derek was born in Crawfordsville, IN on February 29, 1964, the son of David Franklin and Carolyn Jane (Keck) Robbins. Derek loved cars, especially vintage, classic vehicles. He was a long-time employee of Keystone RV Industries. He found great relaxation in collecting and sharpening knives.…
Age 92 of Kalamazoo, passed away Thursday, December 18, 2025. Nancy was born in Flint, MI on July 17, 1933, the daughter of Donald James and Emilie Helen (Schmidt) Dowsett. On July 14, 1954, she married Thomas Howick Lutz who preceded her in death in 1982. Nancy was a positive and happy person. She enjoyed…
Age 90 of Kalamazoo went into the arms of her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on December 18, 2025. Faithful wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother Evelyn lived the abundant life for nearly 91 years. She was born on February 15, 1935, to the late Fred and Gertrude (VanBruggen) Jepkema in Kalamazoo. A graduate of Kalamazoo…
Deborah was born on November 26, 1956, in Kalamazoo, Michigan. Deborah attended Vicksburg High School, where she met her husband, Morris Giddings, to whom she was married from 1974 until his passing in 2023. She graduated from Schoolcraft High School in 1974, marking the beginning of a life full of meaningful relationships and memories. She…
Mr. Forrester died on Monday, December 15, 2025, at Kairos Dwelling Hospice at the age of 90. He was born in Saskatchewan and was a graduate of the University of Washington, a veteran of the U.S. Army, was employed by The Upjohn Company as a medical editor and later in volunteer work for Kairos Dwelling,…
