Obituaries

Norma Jean Tanis, age 69, of Dorr, died Wednesday, Dec. 20. Norma loved spending time with her family, and her grandchildren brought her great joy. She always looked forward to…

Thomas Arthur Geib, age 62, died Friday, Dec.15.He spent his last few days with family and friends by his side after a long battle with lung disease. He appreciated all…

Pamela Lynn Nulty, age 65, died Tuesday, Dec. 19. Pamela was an easy-going beauty with a great sense of humor and mischievous smile. She was incredibly selfless and built a…

Gary Howe died Tuesday, Dec. 19, at his home. He was 70. Gary was born Oct. 8, 1953, in Cortland, NY, to Robert "Bob" and Barbara (Griffin) Howe. Gary's family…

Kenneth “Ken” DeHamer, age 91, died at his home in Wayland Saturday, Dec. 16. Ken enjoyed gardening, spending time outdoors, and being with his family. He served his country in…

James Carl Edema Jr., age 60, of Dorr died Saturday, Dec. 16. Jimi loved pulling his Farmall’s at tractor pulls and winning. He loved to swim, sit in the sun,…

John Klinge of Wayland died at his home Sunday, Dec. 17, He was 47. John enjoyed swimming, paddleboarding and boating. He also enjoyed tending to his vegetable garden and planting…

Dan Richards, age 73 of Shelbyville, died Wednesday, Dec. 13. Dan was a worker all of his life. He was a carpet, vinyl, and ceramic tile installer since the age…

John Rookus, 92, died at his home in Moline on Saturday, Dec. 9. He was born in Zeeland Jan. 17, 1931, the son of Elizabeth (Betty) Rookus. He was raised…