All Obituaries
Joyce Elaine(Larsen) Kolenko, formerly of Coloma, passed away on Monday June 1 at Saint Ann’s Home in Grand Rapids, MI from complications of Covid-19. She was 92.
Joyce was born September 22, 1927 in Temperance MI to Earl and Helen Larsen. Her family moved around for several years before settling in Watervliet when she was a junior in High School. Joyce graduated from Watervliet High School in 1944. In 1948 she married John Kolenko...
Joyce Elaine(Larsen) Kolenko, formerly of Coloma, passed away on Monday June 1 at Saint Ann’s Home in Grand Rapids, MI from complications of Covid-19. She was...
Jane embarked on her journey to be with God, peacefully at her home on the evening of May 31, 2020.
She was born April 16, 1931, to John and Elsie (Paul) Nothdruft. Jane graduated Watervliet High School in 1949 and married Vernon Hiler June 11, 1949. She farmed with Vern in Bainbridge Township for many years. She also worked as an educator on many levels including multiple positions working with young people with learning disabilities. Jane also spent time working in...
Jane embarked on her journey to be with God, peacefully at her home on the evening of May 31, 2020.
She was born April 16, 1931, to John and Elsie (Paul) Nothdruft. Jane graduated...
Karen’s life began December 17, 1949, in South Haven, Michigan. She grew up in Watervliet where she graduated high school. Karen owned her own cleaning service called Karen’s Cleaning. She was an active member of Chapel Hill United Methodist Church where she enjoyed singing in the choir. Outside of church and work Karen enjoyed her monthly card games with friends, shopping, and especially spending time with her grandchildren.
Karen was all about...
Karen’s life began December 17, 1949, in South Haven, Michigan. She grew up in Watervliet where she graduated high school. Karen owned her own cleaning service called Karen’s...
Norma’s life began September 16, 1931 in Watervliet, Michigan. She grew up in Watervliet where she graduated high school. In 1947 she met the love of her life Hershell Harris and they married in 1951, enjoying 68 years together. They made their home in Coloma until 1986 when Florida called their name to enjoy retirement.
Norma loved being a wife and mother to her family which includes: her husband Hershell of Lake Placid, FL; three children Randy Harris of...
Norma’s life began September 16, 1931 in Watervliet, Michigan. She grew up in Watervliet where she graduated high school. In 1947 she met the love of her life Hershell Harris and they...
JR’s life began January 16, 1946, in Bald Knob, Arkansas. He grew up in Arkansas and proudly served his country in the United States Army. After returning home JR split his time between Michigan and Arkansas until making Michigan his home. JR worked as a carpenter for Cook Nuclear Plant, LW Lamb, and he was self-employed in construction for a bit. When JR wasn’t working you could find him on the golf course or playing cards.
His greatest joy was...
JR’s life began January 16, 1946, in Bald Knob, Arkansas. He grew up in Arkansas and proudly served his country in the United States Army. After returning home JR split his time...
Geraldine Glass, 86, passed away at home on May 13, 2020, surrounded by her loved ones.
Gerry moved with her parents to Michigan in 1945. She graduated from Benton Harbor High School, class of 1951. She met and married Leo Glass in that same year.
Gerry was born on November 2, 1933 in Woodstock, Illinois, to Sanford and Georgia Sweet, who preceded her in death along with sons; Michael and Jeffery Glass, son-in-law; Tom Driscoll, siblings; 7 sisters and 3 brothers.
She is survived by...
Geraldine Glass, 86, passed away at home on May 13, 2020, surrounded by her loved ones.
Gerry moved with her parents to Michigan in 1945. She graduated from Benton Harbor High School, class of...
Wanda’s life began February 19, 1925 in Walnut Ridge, Arkansas. When she was a child her parents moved and made Michigan their home. As an adult Wanda worked at Woolworth’s Dime Store, Whirlpool, and she retired in 1990 as a nurse’s aide at Lakeland Medical Center. When Wanda wasn’t working you could find her doing yard work or relaxing and watching Ellen. She found joy cooking Sunday dinners for her family and Wanda will be remembered for her chicken and...
Wanda’s life began February 19, 1925 in Walnut Ridge, Arkansas. When she was a child her parents moved and made Michigan their home. As an adult Wanda worked at Woolworth’s Dime...
Leonard’s life began January 31, 1931 in Byron Center, Michigan. Growing up he lived in various towns in Michigan until his family settled in Watervliet. After graduating high school he attended college for two years until proudly serving his country in the United States Navy during the Korean War, earning the National Defense Service Medal and Navy Occupation Service Medal. Upon returning home Leonard ran a gas station, worked at Bridges Chevrolet Dealership, then...
Leonard’s life began January 31, 1931 in Byron Center, Michigan. Growing up he lived in various towns in Michigan until his family settled in Watervliet. After graduating high...
Constance Eileen Saurbier went to be with her family in heaven on April 27, 2020. She was 77. She was born in Watervliet, MI on March 28, 1943. She graduated from Coloma High School in 1961. She and William “Wild Bill” Saurbier, a well-known Watervliet police officer, were married on June 24, 1988. She lived in Millburg, MI for 32 years.
Connie enjoyed interior decorating and caring for her cats. She loved jungle cats, Elvis Presley...
Constance Eileen Saurbier went to be with her family in heaven on April 27, 2020. She was 77. She was born in Watervliet, MI on March 28, 1943. She graduated from Coloma High...
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