John RobartPlainwell
John Wesley Robart went home to Heaven to be with his Lord Jesus Christ on the morning of June 12, 2024, at the age of 98. John was born October 22, 1925, to Wesley and Viona Robart of Bloomingdale. John (Bud) was a World War II Veteran who served in the United States Navy, 1943-1946 and was stationed in Guam with the Seabees. John and Donna (Schanz) were married on June 26, 1948, and built the home in which they lived for 73 years. John worked in Kalamazoo at Brundage Company and PEMCO....
John Wesley Robart went home to Heaven to be with his Lord Jesus Christ on the morning of June 12, 2024, at the age of 98. John was born October 22, 1925, to Wesley and Viona Robart of...
Hope CochranZeeland, Michigan
Hope Elaine Cochran (Compagner) gently departed this world on May 29, 2024. Born on August 21, 1942, in Zeeland, Michigan, Hope was a beacon of light and joy throughout her 81 years. She embraced her final moments in Allegan, Michigan, passing naturally from a life well-lived. Hope's work as a laborer at Magna/Donnelly for over 30 years crafting car windows and mirrors, was guided by an ethic of persistence and excellence. Retirement did little to slow her, as she poured her energies...
Hope Elaine Cochran (Compagner) gently departed this world on May 29, 2024. Born on August 21, 1942, in Zeeland, Michigan, Hope was a beacon of light and joy throughout her 81 years. She embraced...
Andy Branham Jr.Allegan
Andy Wilson Branham, of Allegan, passed away May 28 at age 89. He is survived by Arlene (Brown) Branham, his wife of 67 years and his daughter, Linda (Tim) Nielsen of Commerce Township, MI. He was a 1953 graduate of Allegan High School. Andy enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps in 1953 and served in Korea for 18 months. He and Arlene were married in 1956, just days after his Honorable Discharge. They were very devoted to each other, and she eventually became his dedicated caregiver. He told...
Andy Wilson Branham, of Allegan, passed away May 28 at age 89. He is survived by Arlene (Brown) Branham, his wife of 67 years and his daughter, Linda (Tim) Nielsen of Commerce Township, MI. He was...
Bert BrouwerAllegan
Born and raised in Allegan Michigan, Bert founded a strong value of family, friendships, and community. As a bus driver for Allegan Public Schools for 30 plus years, he valued the safety of all the kids he got to bus.Bert, 71, passed away May 1, 2024 at U of M Metro hospital, in Grand Rapids Michigan, after cardiac complications. He was born on June 5, 1952 to Stanley D. Brouwer and Vivian A. Taylor. He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Dawn M. Brouwer (Sutherby); Dawn’s...
Born and raised in Allegan Michigan, Bert founded a strong value of family, friendships, and community. As a bus driver for Allegan Public Schools for 30 plus years, he valued the safety of all...
Donna RobartPlainwell
On the evening of May 21, 2024, Donna Hazel (Schanz) Robart of Plainwell went to be with Jesus in Heaven, at the age of 94. Donna was born July 30, 1929, to William and Ada Schanz of Allegan. Donna and John (Bud) Robart were married on June 26, 1948 and built the home in which they lived for 73 years. Donna enjoyed gardening and canning, sewing clothing and stuffed animals, crocheting, and reading. She and Bud were active at Horseshoe Community Bible Church, Grand Junction. Donna loved...
On the evening of May 21, 2024, Donna Hazel (Schanz) Robart of Plainwell went to be with Jesus in Heaven, at the age of 94. Donna was born July 30, 1929, to William and Ada Schanz of Allegan....
Caitlyn KellyHopkins, Michigan
Caitlyn Jacob Kelly, whose radiant smile and infectious zest for life captivated everyone she met, passed away peacefully on May 18, 2024, in the town where she first made her grand entrance – Grand Rapids, Michigan. Born to Terrence Kelly II and Gina (Miller) Kelly on January 9th, 2007, Caitlyn was a sparkle to her family in the landscape of Hopkins, Michigan. A girl who mastered the art of flirting with boys and loved to swim in the family pool – her own slice of the ocean...
Caitlyn Jacob Kelly, whose radiant smile and infectious zest for life captivated everyone she met, passed away peacefully on May 18, 2024, in the town where she first made her grand entrance...
William HowardAllegan
William Don Howard, 73, of Allegan, MI passed away Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at Meadow Woods Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Bloomingdale. Born January 9, 1951 in Greely, CO, he was the son of the late Don and Elizabeth (Vivian) Howard. He grew up in Colorado but cherished summers spent in Duluth, MN with his mother, siblings and cousins.Bill was a lifelong dedicated educator. He graduated from Boulder High School in 1969 and went on to earn a degree in special...
William Don Howard, 73, of Allegan, MI passed away Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at Meadow Woods Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Bloomingdale. Born January 9, 1951 in Greely, CO, he was the...
June Smith
June A. Smith passed away peacefully at Resthaven Care Center in Holland, Michigan on May 14th, 2024. June was born in Berwyn, Illinois on August 10, 1931 to her doting parents Edward “Ted” A. Reed and Helen Kientop Reed.As a young child she was a well known performer, singing and dancing, most frequently at the Chicago Theatre. June and her siblings grew up in their close knit active family in LaGrange, Illinois.June and Harry met in 1964 when they both worked at Carousel...
June A. Smith passed away peacefully at Resthaven Care Center in Holland, Michigan on May 14th, 2024. June was born in Berwyn, Illinois on August 10, 1931 to her doting parents Edward...
Andrew PlesnicarOtsego
Andrew John Plesnicar, affectionately known as Andy, passed away on May 12, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. Born in Chicago, Illinois in 1940, Andy was a devoted husband, father, and entrepreneur. His life was marked by an unwavering commitment to his wife, Pennie, a deep love for his family, and a vibrant entrepreneurial spirit.From the moment Andy met Pennie in high school in 1957, he knew he had found his lifelong partner. After graduating in 1958, Andy pursued his passion for...
Andrew John Plesnicar, affectionately known as Andy, passed away on May 12, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. Born in Chicago, Illinois in 1940, Andy was a devoted husband, father, and...
Randall Lee Sr. SmithAllegan
Randall Lee Smith, 67, of Allegan, MI passed away Thursday, May 9th, 2024. Randall’s deep devotion in his life was his wife, Patricia of 49 years. He leaves behind a legacy of love with his children, Randall (Edna) Smith Jr., Michael Smith, and Megan (Joseph) Eitel and his brother,RicSmith. Randall’s joys were multiplied through his many grandchildren.Randall served in the Army which exemplified his life of service and determination, laying the...
Randall Lee Smith, 67, of Allegan, MI passed away Thursday, May 9th, 2024. Randall’s deep devotion in his life was his wife, Patricia of 49 years. He leaves behind a legacy of love...
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