Obituary Listing

Aug 1, 2015

Terry's life began January 31, 1957 in Arkansas. He was one of eight children born to Johnny and Emma Jean Ashley and spent his childhood growing up in Southwest Michigan. Terry worked for GATX (formerly Michigan Fruit Canners) for 20 years. He enjoyed playing cards especially poker, truck puling, car racing, following NASCAR, hunting, and filling his home with music....

Jul 25, 2015

Judy's life began August 6, 1946 in Marktree, Arkansas. As a child her family moved to Michigan, settling in Southwest Michigan. On November 7, 1964, she married John Chancellor. Judy loved caring for her family which includes: her husband John Chancellor; three children Mabel (Todd) Ellis, Rachel (Keith) Wesaw, and Johnny (Annette) Chancellor; eight...

Jul 24, 2015

Mary's life began September 13, 1930 in New York. Mary worked at the Waldorf Astoria Hotel in New York, then after moving to Michigan she was Postmaster in Covert, owned Marsala's Pizza Parlor in Covert, she was a cook at Holly's Suburban in South Haven, and she worked at Ma's Truck Stop in...

Jul 6, 2015

Leland "Lee" John Kulick passed away on July 6 at Bronson Hospital after a courageous battle with cancer. Lee was born on July 16, 1949 to Alice and Edwin Kulick.  He grew up in Wausaukee, Wisconsin.  He graduated in 1967 and was part of an outstanding Wausaukee Ranger basketball team.  He had the joy of reuniting with team members and...

Jul 2, 2015

Julie's life began July 18, 1957, in Pontiac, Michigan.  She currently resided in South Haven.  Until she retired, Julie worked at DeGroot's in Coloma, from there she worked at Control Rubber Company in South Haven for 16 years, and at Speedway in South Haven.  When she wasn't working Julie's greatest enjoyment was spending time with her grandchildren.  She also liked...

Jun 27, 2015

Howard's life began April 19, 1920, in Bainbridge Township. He was a lifetime area resident who enjoyed gardening and fishing. He provided for his loving family through farming and he worked at whirlpool. His greatest joy was spending time with his family which includes; his children Howard (Diane) Mundt, Helen (Allen) Loomis, John (Florance) Mundt,...

Jun 12, 2015

Norman Troy Hammons Jr. age 48, of Watervliet, left this side of eternity on Friday, June 12, 2015, from Bronson Hospital in Kalamazoo, MI. He was born in Watervliet on July 21, 1966 to Norman "Troy" Sr. and Estelle (Baxley) Hammons, as the youngest of three. He married the love of his life Sherry (Merick) Hammons of Watervliet...

Jun 11, 2015

Donna was born April 1, 1948, in Poznan, Poland.  At the age of 11 her family came to America settling in Chicago, where Donna graduated high school.  Donna married Stanley Kusnierz and after falling in love with the Coloma area while spending many summers here, they made it their home in 1995.  Donna worked at Coloma Hardings for 10...

Jun 11, 2015

Jane's life began July 17, 1919 in Marquette, Michigan.  She was a long time area resident and worked for many years as a bartender and cook at the Ole Black Cat and Elite Bar both in Watervliet.  Jane enjoyed crocheting and knitting up until just a few years ago when her eyesight wouldn't allow her any longer.  She also...

Jun 8, 2015

Michelle was born into this world on June 22, 1979, in St. Joseph, MI. She grew up on Paw Paw Lake in Watervliet and graduated with honors from Watervliet High School. Michelle furthered her education at Cornell University in Ithaca, NY, where she completed her Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Management. After graduation, Michelle went to work for...

Jun 6, 2015

Beverly's life began June 22, 1938 in Watervliet.  She was a lifetime area resident who worked as a team leader at Auto Specialties until her retirement.  In her spare time Beverly enjoyed crocheting, knitting, camping, square dancing, bowling, and she was an amazing cake baker and decorator.   Her greatest joy was spending time with her loving family which includes: her...

May 31, 2015

William, affectionately known as "Wild Bill", was born June 13, 1942, in Benton Harbor, MI.  He grew up in Benton Harbor, graduating from Benton Harbor High School.  After high school Bill served his country in the United States Navy.  Upon returning home from the service Bill went to work and Voice of Music and then...

May 28, 2015

Julie's life began June 11, 1960 in Watervliet.  Julie was a life long area resident graduating from Watervliet High School.  She worked at Telamon Corporation as a teacher.  Outside of work she enjoyed bowling, racing, watching the races, camping, and collecting things; shoes, pigs, cookie jars, and cookbooks.  Julie's greatest enjoyment was being with her loving family which includes: her...

May 7, 2015

Terry's life began February 23, 1943, in Hartford. He was a lifetime area resident who enjoyed hunting and fishing. Terry was a life member of the National Fishing Lure Collectors Cub. His loving family includes his wife Mellie (Langston) who he married April 1, 1963, his mom Genevieve Wesaw, two sisters...

May 5, 2015

Peggy's life began June 4, 1941, in Manilla, Arkansas. She spent most of her life in Southwest Michigan. She worked at and eventually owned Lancaster Upholstery and Drapery with her parents and sister Betty. Peggy enjoyed crocheting, reading, sewing, cooking, baking Christmas cookies, and helping plant flowers. Her greatest joy was...

Apr 30, 2015

Elsie's life began January 20, 1924, in Turtle Lake, North Dakota. As a young woman she took a job as a nanny which brought her to Michigan. Elsie was a christian woman who loved to study her bible and play the piano and organ. She worked beside her husband at Megna Brothers Antenna - Vince Megna...

Apr 29, 2015

Beverly's life began April 28, 1931, in Chicago. Around the age of 12 her family moved to Michigan, settling in Southwest Michigan. Beverly was a loving and generous person. She enjoyed giving gifts, painting finger nails, playing games, participating in the activities at the nursing home, and having a cheeseburger with mayo. Beverly also enjoyed spending time...

Apr 27, 2015

Leona Holland (Lee) Goyer, 53, of Watervliet died Monday, April 27, 2015, at home. She was born Jan. 29, 1962, to Edgar and Eunice Holland, who survive.

Other survivors include her husband, Russ Goyer; children: Frankie Lee, Darrell (Camille) Lee, Naomi (Lee) and husband Caleb Ashbrook, Jonathan Lee and Kristina Lee; siblings: Eddie Holland, Romona (Holland) and...

Apr 11, 2015

Evelyn's life began March 13, 1934, in Chicago, Illinois. At the age of 13 her family moved to Hartford where Evelyn would call home. Friends introduced her to Gerald Wesaw who she would be blessed with 62 years of marriage. Evelyn enjoyed square dancing with the "Wheeler Dealers", Tole Painting, spending time with her family, and...

Mar 28, 2015

Tom's life began September 28, 1947, in Watervliet, Michigan. Tom spent his lifetime in Watervliet where he graduated high school. When Tom wasn't on the road driving truck you could pop into the Sidetrack Cafe and find him enjoying a cup of coffee with friends. He found his greatest joy in spending time with his loving...