Kimball “Kim” Allen Berger, 76, of Mears, passed away early Tuesday morning, October 22, 2024, in his home surrounded by family. He was born February 16, 1948, in Ionia, the son of Gale and Nina (Krantz) Berger. Enlisting in the U.S. Air Force June of 1966, Kim served as a sergeant in Guam and Okinawa, and was trained at Pease…
With deep sadness, we announce the passing of Jose Ramon Garza Orozco on Saturday, November 2, 2024, at the age of 53. For over 30 years, Ramon was the devoted husband of Rosa Garza. Together, they raised five children: Clara, Rosa, Alejandra, Carlos, and Sofia. Recently, his heart was filled with even more joy as he became a proud grandfather…
Barbara Jane VanWestrienen, 86, of Kalamazoo, passed away Friday, November 1, 2024, at Seminole Shores Assisted Living Center in Muskegon. She was born November 21, 1937, in East Liverpool, Ohio, the daughter of Robert Marsh and Betty Jane (Cunningham) Chapman. Barb loved helping others, and her career in home economics helped her share that by using her gifts and talents.…
Robert “Bob” Allen Blackmer, 85, of Hart passed away Thursday, October 31, 2024, surrounded by his family. He was the son of Robert and Donna Blackmer, born July 28, 1939. He was the older brother of Sharon and Marcia. Bob attended school in Shelby until his parents purchased Blackmer Supermarket in Elbridge Township. He graduated from Hart High School in…
Marilyn Jean Baker, 86, of Pentwater, died on Sunday, October 27, 2024 after a short illness. She was born on September 7, 1938 to Katherine “Kate” and Peter Bekkering. Marilyn married Duane Jack Baker on March 26, 1955. Together they enjoyed a life filled with adventures, taking their three daughters Brenda, Barbara, and Becky along for the ride. The family…
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