On May 21, 2019, Marcus Otis (Marc) Waugh passed peacefully in his apartment at Porter Hills Village in Grand Rapids.

Born Dec. 15, 1932, the only son of Ruth E. and Lloyd H. Waugh, Marc was a lifelong resident of Saugatuck until the passing of his wife Lynn Nadine Waugh (Resignol) on Nov. 9, 2009. They were married 49 years and resided at 346 Griffith St., from 1964 until Lynn’s death.

Marc was born in the Saugatuck-Douglas hospital that now houses the Kirby hotel and restaurant. Marc attended Saugatuck Public Schools and was a member of the Graduating Class of 1951. He attended Western Michigan University for two years before being inducted into the United States Army in January 1954.

Beginning in 1956, Marc ran and operated Culligan Water Conditioning and was affectionately known as “the Culligan Man,” which resulted in many a prank call to the home where he and Lynn maintained their office. Marc and Lynn successfully ran the business until their retirement in May 1997.

Marc was active in the community serving as a member of the Saugatuck Volunteer Fire Department, the Saugatuck Lions Club and on the Saugatuck Township Board of Trustees.

Marc was an avid sportsman, spending many a weekend and holiday fishing and hunting in northern Michigan…annual deer camp in Fife Lake, Michigan with an assortment of Saugatuck luminaries (Harry Newnham and Herm Herner to name just two), frequent trips to Baldwin and parts nearby to fly fish on the Baldwin and Pere Marquette rivers (which he frequented as a young man with his father), and an annual ducking hunting float down the Rabbit River with his long time pal Jack Olson.

Following Lynn’s death, Marc resided at Porter Hills Village. He enjoyed weekly dinners and long weekend drives with son Steve, and in the summer months many visits to 5/3 Ballpark to enjoy the Whitecaps and a cold Bud Light.

Marc was proceeded in death by his mother Ruth Bundy Waugh and his father Lloyd Hall Waugh. Ruth is remembered for her service as the Kindergarten teacher in Saugatuck Public Schools from 1928 until her retirement in 1966. Lloyd is remembered as “Doc Waugh,” having served as Superintendent of Saugatuck Public Schools from 1928 until his passing in 1955.

Marc is survived by his son Steven Marc Waugh of Holland; two grandchildren, Ellen Marie Waugh of Chicago, Ill., and Patrick Lloyd Waugh of Grand Rapids; and cousin Van Waugh and his wife Lynn Waugh (Van Pelt) of Owosso.

The family wishes to thank the many nurses and staff at Porter Hills Village for the many years of kind care they provided to Marc.

Details concerning the celebration of Marc’s life will be announced at a later date. For more information, please visit dykstrafuneralhome.com.

Thomas John Steel, 87, passed away peacefully on June 13, 2019, in Grand Rapids. He was born in Grand Rapids on June 15, 1931, to Thomas A. and Dorothy Cowin Steel.

Tom graduated from Ottawa Hills High School in 1949, and Michigan State University in 1954. At MSU, he met the love of his life, Margaret Ann Schank, and they married in 1955.

Tom served as 1st Lt. in the United States Air Force stationed in Harlingen, Texas, where they spent their first married years. Moving back to the Midwest, Tom worked for more than 30 years in the commercial mortgage banking field, primarily in Chicago. He held the prestigious MAI designation from the Appraisal Institute and was a past president of the Illinois chapter.

In 1992, Tom and Margaret moved to their dream home on the shore of Lake Michigan near Saugatuck. Tom worked as a commercial real estate appraiser over the next 19 years. Shortly following his retirement in 2011, they moved back to his hometown of Grand Rapids.

Tom was a considerate and universally liked person who exhibited a genuine interest in others. He was committed to his family, friends, and community. As an Eagle Scout himself, he remained active in the Boy Scouts of America, chaperoning his son’s canoeing and camping trips.

He made many lasting friendships throughout his life, including his Delta Sigma Phi Fraternity brothers, his many tennis and golfing buddies, the multitude of relationships he developed in his professional life, and his neighbors in the lakeshore and Quail Crest communities.

He enjoyed sports, both as a competitor and spectator, and was a die hard Spartan fan. After a nail biting MSU victory, Tom was known to say that there was “never a doubt” about the outcome of the game.

Tom loved his special relationships with his children and grandchildren. He invested the time to genuinely know and appreciate each of them and remained consistently engaged in their lives. He made it a point to visit all of his grandchildren at their respective colleges.

Tom and Margaret loved nothing more than to host family and friends at their home. Tom especially enjoyed spending time at the lakeshore with these special people...grilling, entertaining, swimming, riding the John Deere and enjoying a Scotch and cigar on the deck.

Tom was preceded in death by Margaret, his loving wife and best friend of 59 years, and survived by his three children, Shelley (Ron) Mishler of Grand Rapids; Kathryn (Jeff) Sangalis of Dallas, Texas; and Tom Steel Jr. of Glenn; six grandchildren, John Mishler of Houston, Texas; Jennifer (Rich) Tompkins of Houston, Texas; Megan (Christopher) Myers of Ames, Iowa; Emily (Matthew) Senchuk of Houston, Texas; Ellen Mishler of Dallas, Texas; and Christine (Ricky) Perusquia of New York, N.Y.; and three great-grandchildren, Marcela Steel Myers, Holly Dolores Myers and Owen Christopher Tompkins. He is also survived by his sister, Laura Steel Page of DuPont, Wash.; his niece Carolyn; and nephew Tom.

Though all will greatly miss their dad, G-dad, great G-dad, uncle, and friend, there is great comfort in knowing that Tom has been reunited with his wife and is forever at home with his savior Jesus Christ.

Family will receive friends at a visitation on Sunday, June 23, from 4 to 6 p.m. at Metcalf & Jonkhoff Funeral Service, 4291 Cascade Road SE, Grand Rapids. A memorial service and celebration of Tom’s life will take place on Tuesday, June 24, at 11 a.m.  at Trinity Lutheran Church, 2700 Fulton St. SE, Grand Rapids. Following the service there will be a reception at Thousand Oaks Golf Club, 4100 Thousand Oaks Drive, Grand Rapids.

If desired, memorial contributions may be made to Trinity Lutheran Church at www.tlcgr.org or Faith Hospice at www.faithhospice.org.

Marilyn Jayne Allen, 74, of Hamilton passed away Monday, June 17, 2019, at Wings Home in Allegan.

Born Nov. 10, 1944, in Holland, she was the daughter of the late Owen John and Norma Esther (Phillips) Wakeman. She married Doulas Wesley Allen on April 15, 1966.  Marilyn had a passion for serving people through ministry. She was dedicated to raising her family, serving in her church, and missions. She was a teacher, dorm parent, secretary and principal for many years at Bethany Christian Mission Center in Kentucky. She also served at Middleman Ministries with her husband Doug for many years in various capacities. 

She was a life time member and active participant of Diamond Springs Wesleyan Church. She centered her life around a relationship with Jesus Christ and she was a shining example of His love. 

Marilyn had worked as a teacher’s aide for Hamilton High School prior to retirement.

In addition to her husband of 53 years, she is survived by her children, Mary Jayne (Greg Malone) Allen, Max O. (Marybeth) Allen and Brad Allen; a sister, Carol (David) Cross; and six grandchildren, Isaac, Olivia, Rebecca, Rachel, Emilee and Jessica Allen.

The family will receive friends at Diamond Springs Wesleyan Church on Monday, June 24, from 6 to 9 p.m. A funeral service will take place Tuesday, June 25, at 11 a.m. at the church with Pastor Mark Inman officiating. Burial will follow in Poplar Hill Cemetery. 

Memorial donations may be made to Middleman Ministries, through Diamond Springs Wesleyan Church, 3562 136136th Ave., Hamilton, MI 49419. 

Gorden Funeral Residence, Allegan Chapel, is assisting the family with arrangements.

Brandy Lynn Ridge, 45, of Plainwell and formerly of Allegan, passed away June 2, 2019. She was born July 2, 1973.

Brandy is survived by her mother Karen Ridge; daughter Rosalee Ridge; brother Stephan Ball; and aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.

A memorial potluck picnic will be Saturday, July 27, from1 to 3 p.m. at Northside Park, Otsego.

Kristi Ann Rastall, 62, of Saugatuck died Monday, June 17, 2019, at her home.

Kris had a huge heart and was one who loved spending time with her kids and grandkids and could not turn away a stray dog.

Kris enjoyed cooking, reading, the outdoors and being around any kind of water. She worked in the ICU at Holland Hospital for many years.

She was preceded in death by her father-in-law Jack Rastall; husband Thomas Rastall; sister Gail Lord; and brother-in-law David Rastall.

She is survived by her children, Heather and Joe Solomon of Spring Lake, Blake and Jennifer Upright of Vermontville, and Erika Rastall of Holland; 11 grandchildren; parents, Jerry and Sue Goodrich of Charlotte; brother, Rodney L. and Patricia Goodrich of Charlotte; sisters, Jerri-Lyn Upright of Charlotte and Cindy Goodrich of Manistique; sister-in-law, Phyllis Rastall of Tennessee; and many nieces, nephews and cousins.

A funeral service will be Saturday, June 22, at 11 a.m. at Community Church of Douglas, 6874 Wiley Road, Douglas, MI 49406. Burial will be in Riverside cemetery in Saugatuck.

Visitation will be Friday, June 21, from 6 to 8 p.m.  at Dykstra Funeral Home – Saugatuck Chapel, 520 Lake St., Saugatuck, MI 49453 and one hour prior to the service at the church.

Memorial contributions may be given to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital.

To sign an on-line registry or leave a memory please visit www.dykstrafuneralhome.com

Gwendolyn Ellen Dunn, 67, passed away peacefully on June 19, 2019. Ellen was born on Nov. 30, 1951, in Detroit, the daughter of William Edward II and Harriet Gertrude Reinfeldt. 

Ellen was a dedicated member of the Fountain of Truth Apostolic Tabernacle in Orangeville where she was active in the Dorcas group. She loved to socialize with others about her grandchildren and the weather. 

Ellen is survived by her daughters, Tracy (Jon) Garcia, Jessica Tuer, Elizabeth Tuer, and Erica Sikes; son Bradley (Andrea) Sikes; nine grandchildren; a brother William Reinfeldt III; sisters, Kim Neihoff and Lynn Dietrich; and many cousins and church family. 

Ellen was preceded in death by her parents, grandmother Berthena Fowler and sister Patricia Nowack.

Ellen’s family will receive friends on Friday, June 28, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Williams-Gores Funeral Home and one hour prior to the funeral at the church. Ellen’s funeral service will be conducted on Saturday, June 29, at 10 a.m. at Fountain of Truth Apostolic Tabernacle, Brother Rickman, Pastor David Garcia, and Pastor Daniel Jimenez officiating. Burial will take place in Oak Hill Cemetery. 

Memorial contributions to the Dorcas Group at Fountain of Truth Apostolic Tabernacle will be appreciated. 

Please visit www.williamsgoresfuneral.com to share a memory or to leave a condolence message for Ellen’s family.

Darlene Rose Stumpf, 75, of Fennville died Friday, June 21, 2019, at her home.

 Darlene owned Flora Touch Florists in Fennville with her daughter for 20 years. She was on the board of education for the Garden Grove School for the handicapped in Illinois for many years.

For relaxing Darlene enjoyed fishing and she loved her dogs Abby, Sissy and granddog Rylee. And she was there for her children “no matter what.”

She was preceded in death by her mother, Frank and Rose Trobec.

She is survived by her husband Joseph and children, Joseph Jr. Stumpf of Fennville and Darlene Stumpf and fiancé Rick Willingham of Fennville.

A memorial service will be held Friday, June 28, at 11 a.m.,  at Community Church of Douglas, 6874 Wiley Road, in Douglas. Reverend Dr. Daniel Miller will be officiating.

Visitation will be from 10 to 11 a.m. prior to the service at the church.

Memorial contributions may be given to the Al-Van Humane Society Adoption and Community Education, P.O. Box 421, South Haven, MI 49090.

Arrangements are by Dykstra Funeral Home – Saugatuck chapel. 

To sign an on-line registry or leave a memory please visit www.dykstrafuneralhome.com

Charlene Ann McKinnon, 84, of Hopkins was called to her heavenly home Sunday morning, June 23, 2019, at Allegan County Medical Care Community.

Born April 12, 1935, in Dorr, she was the daughter of the late Michael and Nora Ann (Lynch) Gensler. She married Robert McKinnon on June 22, 1957, and they just celebrated 62 years of marriage.

Charlene had worked as a medical assistant prior to retirement. She was a longtime member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Watson Township. In her spare time, Charlene enjoyed gardening, painting and crafting.

Charlene was a loving woman who thoroughly enjoyed taking care of others, not just her family but anyone in her community. Whether the need was for food or to have some laundry done, Charlene was there to meet their needs.

Some say that she was the local food truck before meals on wheels was established. If someone had a life-changing event (i.e., a new baby, a death in the family, a new home, etc.), Charlene was there to provide food for them and never just a little food but making sure there was enough for everyone and anyone!

Her tenderness and generosity of spirit will be missed by all those who knew her.

In addition to her husband Robert, Charlene is survived by her children, Timothy (Beverly) McKinnon, Roderick (June) McKinnon, Brian (Karen) McKinnon, Lisa (Mark) Evans, Michael (Carolyn) McKinnon, Julie (Scott) Paxson and Cory McKinnon (fiancée Lisa Friend); sister Helen Barr; sister-in-law Vivian (Don) DeVos; brother-in-law Ron Bockheim; 16 grandchildren, Gerid (Denise) Adams, Justin (Andrea) Adams, Staci (Jim) Heppe, James (Rachael) McKinnon, Michele McKinnon, Christopher McKinnon, Joseph McKinnon, Marie (Jackson) Conner, Jacob McKinnon, Emmalee McKinnon, Nick (Barb) Evans, Nora Evans (fiancé Bryan Cramer), Mitchel (Samantha) Evans, Tyler VanderMoore (Jackie Korteway), Collin VanderMoore, Clint VanderMoore (Rylee Foster), Skylar Recker and Robbie Friend; and 12 great-grandchildren.

Along with her parents, she was preceded in death by her brothers, Milo (Dolores) Gensler and Robert Gensler; sisters, Phyllis (Don) Brocker and Betty Bockheim; sisters-in-law, Patricia (Herbert) Hill and Marcia (Harrison) Wilson; and brothers-in-law John Barr, and Ron VanderMoore.

The family will receive friends on Wednesday, June 26, from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. at Gorden Funeral Residence, Hopkins Chapel with Rosary taking place at 3:30 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Thursday, June 27, at 11 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church with Rev. Fr. Christopher Derda officiating. Burial will follow in Sacred Heart Catholic Cemetery.

Memorial donations may be made in Charlene’s name to the Allegan County Medical Care Community or Sacred Heart Altar Society.

The family wishes to thank the staff at the Allegan Medical Care Community for the love and care shown to Charlene.

Nina Mae (Steffes) Bergholtz, 87, of Allegan passed away Friday, June 28, 2019, at Vicinia Gardens in Otsego.

Born March 22, 1932, in Ontonagon, she was the daughter of the late Sebastian and Mary (Burns) Steffes and was the wife of the late William C. Bergholtz. 

Mrs. Bergholtz was a member of the graduating class of 1951 from Otsego High School.  She worked as a bank teller and retired from PNC Bank, formerly First National Bank of Allegan.

She was a longtime, dedicated member of Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church where she found great joy in tending to the gardens, arranging the flowers for mass and coordinating the funeral luncheons. 

Mrs. Bergholtz and her husband were avid campers. They loved to travel, especially to northern Michigan or to their winter home in Indialantic, Fla. 

Mrs. Bergholtz is survived by her children, Kathy Brown, Mike Bergholtz and Eric Huff. She is also survived by her childhood pen-pal and lifelong friend Joan Clutten.  The pair traveled across the Atlantic between the United States and United Kingdom to visit one another throughout the years. 

Along with her parents, Sebastian and Mary, and her husband of 60 years, William, she was preceded in death by her son-in-law Russell Brown.

The family will receive friends at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church on Tuesday, July 9, from 10 a.m. until 10:45 a.m. A memorial mass will begin at 11 a.m. and inurnment will follow at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church Cemetery. 

Memorial donations may be made to Hospice Care of Southwest Michigan, 222 North Kalamazoo Mall, Suite 100, Kalamazoo, MI 49007. 

Gorden Funeral Residence, Allegan Chapel, is assisting the family with arrangements.

David W. Mauger, 87, of Douglas passed away June 26, 2019, in Tampa, Fla.

Born in Milwaukee, Wis., Dave was a graduate of the University of Wisconsin.  A veteran, Dave served as an officer during the Korean War in the Army Corp of Engineers. 

Dave lived in West Michigan for the past 27 years. He was a Rotarian, he served as a Village Trustee for Douglas and mentored children in reading and math. 

Prior to his death, Dave said “he is enjoying the nice, friendly people at the Warm Friend in Holland (where he recently moved) and the good food!” 

David was preceded in death by his first wife Shirley J. Mauger in 1991; second wife Judith M. Mauger in 2016; step-daughter Natasha Richardson; and brother Robert Mauger.

He is survived by his children, Michael D. Mauger, Susan J. Mauger, Sally A. (Walter) Rietveld, Kenneth (Miho) Morris and Monet (Jim) Martin; grandchildren, Andrea Mauger, Michael W. Mauger, Andrew Rietveld, Mika Morris, Mckenna Martin, Ari Martin, Josh Martin and Berit Richardson; brother Richard Mauger; along with many nieces, nephews and cousins.

A memorial service is scheduled for Saturday, July 27, at 11 a.m. at Dykstra Funeral Home – Saugatuck Chapel, 520 Lake St., Saugatuck, MI. Burial will take place at Pilgrim Home Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Holland Free Health Clinic.

For more information, or to sign an online register book, please visit dykstrafuneralhome.com.

Hazel Leona Arndt, 97, of Allegan passed away Friday, July 5, 2019, at Allegan County Medical Care Community. 

Born Nov. 30, 1921, in Pullman, she was the daughter of the late William Layton Stuller and Bertha (Borton) Stuller and was the wife of the late Harold Edwin “Bus” Arndt, who preceded her in death in 1996. 

Mrs. Arndt had worked for 10 years for Freidlands Company where she ran a high-powered sewing machine making coats. She was the best pocket setter in the organization, which she was very proud of.  

Mrs. Arndt was dedicated to her family. In the 1950s she was a 4-H Leader and was very involved in all of her children’s activities. In later years she loved keeping up to date with everything that was going on in the lives of her grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren. 

Mrs. Arndt was a member of the Allegan Eagles Club Auxiliary and she enjoyed both playing and calling Bingo at the Griswold in Allegan.

Working outdoors was one of her favorite pastimes. She had the most beautiful flower gardens and the greatest and, some would say, the most spotless asparagus patch in the area. 

She is survived by her children, Norman (Gwen) Arndt, Marla Cowie Fendley, Linda (Jim) Frederick and Carol (Jerry) DeVries; a brother Bill (Joan) Stuller; 13 grandchildren, 35 great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren. 

A graveside memorial service will take place on Thursday, July 18, at 11 a.m. in Poplar Hill Cemetery.

Memorial donations may be made to Wings of Hope Hospice, 530 Linn St., Allegan, MI 49010; or Allegan Dollars for Scholars, P.O. Box 8, Allegan, MI 49010. 

Gorden Funeral Residence, Allegan Chapel, is assisting with arrangements.

Catherine R. Cerveny, 98, of Allegan passed away peacefully from natural causes on July 6, 2019, surrounded by her family.

She met her husband, Charles Cerveny, in Chicago, Ill., where they married in 1943 during WWII. After the war, they moved to Pullman where they raised their family. 

She lived a very blessed life, worked hard and enjoyed many wonderful travels and adventures. She was happiest when she was surrounded by her family, hosting family get-togethers, celebrations and holidays.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 53 years; one infant child Coy; an infant grandchild and her brother and sister. 

She is survived by six children, Carol Earl of Allegan, Leroy (Norma) Cerveny of Allegan, Kathleen Cerveny of Annandale, Va., Charlene Cerveny and Al Brunner of Allegan, Diana Cerveny of Allegan, and Mary Cerveny and Dave Stedman of Allegan; five grandchildren, Cindy Earl Caldarona of Allegan, Scott (Carrie) Earl of Kalamazoo, Amy (Fred) Coonfer of Kalamazoo, Amanda Priebe and Jason Keene of Galesburg, and Sarah (Steve) Brokus Pels of Grayling; and seven great-grandchildren, Kirklynn, Jeffrey and Drake Caldarona, Lillian and Vivian Coonfer, and Michael and Christian Hulet.

In accordance with her wishes, graveside services will be at Pearl Cemetery on Thursday, July 11, at 1 p.m. 

Memorial contributions in her honor may be directed to the Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired, of Grand Rapids. 

Chappell Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.

After a lengthy fight against cancer, Jerry Holthof, 92, of Hastings died July 4, 2019.

He leaves wife Mary Ann; son Duane; daughter Laura; grandson Eric; two great-granddaughters, Britany and Sydnie; great-great-granddaughter Emberly; and sisters Henrietta, Evelyn, Carol, and Valerie.

Jerry was preceded in death by his parents; brother Ed; sisters Annette and Anne; son Bruce; and granddaughter Lana.

Cremation will be followed by internment at Fort Custer National Cemetery.

Ross Alexander, 82, of Fennville passed away on July 8, 2019, in his home with family by his side. He was the son of Stanley and Ruth (Abernathy) Alexander. 

He received his bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy from Ferris State University and owned and operated Alexander’s Drug in Fennville and Saugatuck Drug in Saugatuck until his retirement.  He married his high school sweetheart Edna Mae (Burnett) Alexander in 1957, and were just two months shy of celebrating 63 years of marriage.
Ross was loved and respected by everyone who knew him. He loved the community of Fennville and always strived to make this community the best place to live. He served twice on the Fennville City Council, although he never actually ran for office. He served on the Holland Hospital Board for eight years, part of which he served as President. 

He was an avid gardener and golfer. He enjoyed reading books, playing cards and listening to his jazz music real loud. Most of all, he enjoyed spending time with family and friends.

His friends and family would all agree that they valued the advice he gave, whether it be on how to improve a golf swing, what book to read next or advice on life in general. He always seemed to have exactly the right thing to say.  

Ross is survived by his wife Edna; his brother, Ron Alexander and his wife Mary; sister Sandy Marek and her husband Mike; his five children, David Alexander and his wife Betti, Daniel Alexander and his wife Shellie, Peg Kiss and her husband Steve, Sarah Barnes and her husband Mark and Courtney Griffin and her husband Mike; along with 14 grandchildren, Marne Butcher, Ryan Barnes, Kara Fisher and her husband Ryan, Kelli Smith and her husband Cory, Caitlin Mylnarek and her husband Evan, Hillary Brown and her husband Russell, Brendan Barnes and his wife Michelle, Adam Alexander, Lauren DeHerrera and her husband Kevin, Rachel Alexander, Alyssa Alexander, Braden Griffin, Casey Alexander and Nathan Griffin. 

In addition, he is survived by his great-grandchildren Hannah, Leah and Joshua Elkins, Melanie and Emily Fisher, Everett Mylnarek, Harrison Butcher and Hudson, Adelynn and Kenzie Brown. He left pieces of his legacy in each of them through his advice, leadership and the example he set for how to live life. 

A Celebration of Life will be Sunday, Aug. 4, at Fenn Valley Winery, 6130 122nd Ave. Fennville, MI 49408, from 7 to 9 p.m. Donations may be made in his memory to the Fennville Education Association or Hospice of Holland.

Morris R. Stoughton, Jr., 88, passed away Friday, July 12, 2019 at his home in Otsego.

He was born December 11, 1930 in Otsego, the son of Morris Sr. and Audrey (Edson) Stoughton. Morrie graduated from Otsego High School in 1949. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Army during the Korean War.

Morrie enjoyed hunting, fishing, woodworking, chopping wood and gardening. He had a very strong faith and was a hardworking Christian man. Morrie was happiest when surrounded by his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He was always where he was needed whether they knew it or not.

On March 3, 1951 in Lawrenceburg, Ind., he married Jeanette Curtis who passed away in 2002. Surviving are his children, Lee (Vicki) Stoughton, Robert (Judy) Stoughton, Gregg (Laurel) Stoughton, Robin (Kevin) Boulter and Jerry (Christine) Stoughton; grandchildren, Kyle, Chris, Jason, Jessica, Paul, Sarah, David, Samantha, Erick, Brandi, Trevor and Garret; 14 great-grandchildren and his siblings, Betty Galloway, Eva Belding and Linda Clark. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife and siblings, Don and Marv Stoughton and Shirley Campbell.

Friends may visit with Morrie’s family from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Tuesday, July 16, 2019, at the Winkel Funeral Home, Otsego, where a funeral service will take place at 11 a.m., Wednesday, July 17, 2019 with Carol Hoeve officiating. Burial will follow at Mountain Home Cemetery, Otsego.

Contributions in memory of Morrie may be made to Wings of Hope Hospice. Messages of condolence may be posted at www.WinkelFuneralHome.com.

Alvie “Gail” Maynard, 67, of Casco Township passed away on Friday, July 12, 2019.

He was born April 11, 1952 to Alvie and Freida (Cope)Maynard. in Monette, Arkansas.  Gail is preceded in death by his first wife, Pauline Reed in 2002. He married Debrah Meacham in Allegan in 2004.

Gail was a fabrication welder, worked at the mushroom factory in Pullman for 30 years and for Getman Corporation for the past eight years.  Gail enjoyed drawing, fishing and working on Hot Rods.

 Gail is survived by his wife, Debrah Maynard, daughters – Paula King and Jackie (Henry) Warren, both of Pullman, siblings–Freida Joyce Maynard of Pullman, Schiela Sharp of Fennville, and Robin Maynard of Pullman.

A visitation will be held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Wednesday, July 17, 2019 at the Filbrandt Family Funeral Home in South Haven. Funeral services will follow the visitation at 1 p.m.. at the funeral home, Pastors Charles and Mary Hoots, officiating.

Kindly share your thoughts and memories on the family’s online guestbook at www.FilbrandtFFH.com.



The family is being helped by the Filbrandt Family Funeral Home in South Haven, 637-0333.

Dorothy June Burdette, 89, of Allegan passed away July 14, 2019.

She was born on June 1, 1930 in Marti, the daughter of Cecil and Gertrude Noble. She was preceded in death by her husband Ronald Duane Burdette and son Kurt Allen Burdette.

She was an active member and past Noble Grand of Radiant Rebekah Lodge and long time volunteer for Wings of Hope Hospice. She enjoyed her grandchildren, great-grandchildren, gardening, and camping.

Surviving are three children: Karman (Jim) Wheeler of Louisville Ky., Kristie Allison of Sun City Ariz., and Keith Burdette of Allegan; six grandchildren: Amber Berg of Del Ma, Ca., Mason (Candace) Burdette of Kouts, Ind., Laurel (Joe) Nelson of Saint Joseph, Tanya (Chad) Wozniak of Louisville, Ky., Christina (Mike) King of Louisville, Ky., and Ashlee Headley of Plainwell; ten great-grandchildren: Lindsay and Lauren Berg, Jaslyn and Blake Burdette, Freddie and Sanne Nelson, Samantha and Taylor Wozniak, Alexander and Lucy King, Brooklyn Headley and Jaxtin Cook; a sister Shirley Noble of Bloomingdale; sister-in-law Joyce Noble of Allegan, several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Cremation has taken place. Friends and relatives may share their memories with family at Allegan Masonic Lodge, M-40 South (1268  32nd Street) on Saturday, July 20, from 2-6 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in her name to Wings of Hope Hospice 530 Linn Street, Allegan, MI 49010.

Lawrence Clare Belden, 74, of Allegan passed away July 10, 2019.

He was born Oct. 29, 1944, and was preceded in death by his mother Margaret Vote Belden, his father Cleo “Red” Belden and sister Terri Belden Wood.

Surviving are his wife, Sue, his daughters Tiffany and Audra, his step-sons Brett Harris (wife-Michelle) and Jason Moose and brother-in-law Fred Price (wife-Patti) 5 grandchildren- Camille, Jeremiah & Abigail Pittman, Dylan Harris (wife-Jessi) and Ross Harris (wife-Katelyn)

Larry lived in Otsego and Allegan all his life. He graduated through the eighth grade and started riding race horses at the tender age of 11; riding at “Bush” Tracks in Michigan and Ohio. 

Larry's love of horses came from his Dad “Red” who joined a traveling rodeo at the age of thirteen. Larry worked construction for Heckmans, hauled gravel for Pickett and Belden Sand & Gravel, was a welder and a horseshoer but spent the majority of his life in the saddle racing and training horses.  Larry followed in his Dad’s footsteps and has now passed his knowledge and love of horses onto the third generation; his daughter Tiffany.

Larry loved his life; he loved people, loved his family and farm and would do anything for anyone to help them out. His legacy will live on through his family and friends.

A celebration of Larry’s life will be Saturday, July 27, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Belden farm 2316 Lincoln Road, Allegan. Bring a beverage, chair and we will hope to see you there. Any questions, please contact Michelle Harris at mcmroost@gmail.com or 269-217-5971.

Woodrow Wilson Windischman, Jr., 79, passed away at 6:04 p.m. on Saturday, June 29, 2019, at AdventHealth Hospital in Ocala, Fla.

His passing was attended by his wife, Linda, and eldest son, Woodrow Wilson III. Known to friends and family as Woody or Wood, he was a long-time snowbird, alternating between homes in Michigan and Florida.

Woody had a long and varied career in the automobile industry, finally providing quality control consulting for both automobile manufacturers and their suppliers. He was known as a life-long “Picker” and connoisseur of antiques and collectables. He maintained a passion for nature and ensured that birds and other wildlife would always be welcome on his property by establishing shelters, feeding stations, and other features. In his later years, he enjoyed spending time painting.

Woodrow was preceded in death by his parents, Mary and Woodrow Wilson Sr., his brother Donald and daughter Jennifer. In addition to his wife Linda, he is survived by his first wife, Diane; his sister Mary Ann, and brother Anthony; his children: Woodrow III, Robin, Erik, Judith, Mary, Patrick and Michelle; his stepchildren: Elisebeth, John, Paul and Diane; as well as 20 grandchildren and four great grandchildren

A memorial and celebration of his life will be held on Saturday, Aug. 17 at 3 p.m. at the Trowbridge Township Hall, in Allegan.

Diana “Dee Dee” Lynn Vickers was born on Nov. 14, 1951, in Michigan City, Ind., she entered Heaven’s gates on July 17, 2019.

A loving wife, mother, sister, NaNa and friend who was loved by many. She enjoyed traveling the world one of her most favorite trips was her love for Africa which she visited twice with her husband Jeff, son Sam and then grandsons’ Tyler and Bailey. Her love for paddle-boarding with Gunner (their golden-lab), kayaking and boating on the beautiful Kalamazoo river took up most of her summer days, while at night, she owned and managed her restaurant The Wild Dog Grille from June 2007 to Oct. 2018. She was well known by the locals, who became dear friends and also loved by the staff members who worked along side her.

Dee Dee and Jeff have lived in the Saugatuck/Douglas area since 1993 and became full-time residents in 2007. In 2015, she got her lifelong wish of becoming a snowbird when they purchased their amazing Florida home, enjoying her love for the sunshine and beach. They invited many family and friends and creating many lasting memories on the water.

She also had a great collection of books one of which was by her favorite author Ernest Hemingway, which led to another adventurous trip with her daughter Ashley to Havana, Cuba visiting his home & marina.

Dee Dee was a one of a kind sister who absolutely enjoyed scaring anyone that was in her reach, so you always had to be on your guard when she was around.

Preceded in her death were her parents Robert and Margaret Wendt; sister Cindy Kay Davis; brother Andrew Michael Wendt and brother-in-law Richard Washburn.

Dee Dee is survived by her loving husband of 20 years Jeff Vickers; daughter Ashley (Leon) Matthys; son Samuel Kendall; grandsons’, Tyler and Bailey Matthys; sisters Jacqueline (David) Adams, Terri Washburn, Vicki (Robert) Stam and brother Robert Wendt.

She did not get to live as long of a life as she had wanted, but it was rich in love, adventure and most importantly family. A life well-lived and she will always be remembered in our hearts and memories.

Unable are the loved to die, for love is immortality.

Funeral services will beJuly 23, 2019, at St. Peter’s Catholic Church. To sign an online register book, please visit www.dykstrafuneral home.com.