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Gorden Funeral Residence & Chappell Funeral Home, Allegan, MI (2025)

12/19/2025

Mary Jo (Kelly) Duffey
January 28, 1953 - December 17, 2025 (Age 72)

Mary Jo (Kelly) Duffey passed unexpectedly with family by her side on December 17, 2025. She was born to her late parents Leo and Mary (Anderson) Kelly on January 28, 1953, in Holland, MI. Mary shared 49 years of marriage with Dennis Duffey who passed in 2021. She helped found and operate Nature’s Market in Holland, MI, then went on to manage at Oosting Furniture until retiring. Outside of work, family was everything to her, especially quality time and watching movies with her two grandsons.

She is survived by her children Brian (Sarah Huber) Duffey and Rebecca (Ryan) Miller and Cheryl Fett, siblings Kathleen (James) Dettling, Larry (Olga) Kelly, Christine Kelly, Diane (Kim) Slayer, and Theresa (Dan) Heorig; grandchildren Tristan and Liam Duffey; cousin Rose Stuck, brother-in-law Mike Duffey and sister-in-law Diane Lewis.

She is preceded in death by her husband Dennis Duffey and parents Leo and Mary (Anderson) Kelly.

12/17/2025

Margaret Ann (Lemoin) Leber
May 16, 1936 - December 15, 2025

Margaret Ann (Lemoin) Leber, age 89, passed peacefully from this life surrounded by her family on December 15th at Briarwood Assisted Living in Allegan, Michigan. Margaret was born on May 16th, 1936 in Allegan to the late Miles and Louise (Davis) Lemoin and was the youngest of their two daughters, joining older sister Mary. She was known to classmates and family as “Nuggie”, a nickname from her beloved father who called her his little nugget of gold. Margaret graduated from Allegan High School in 1954 and enjoyed life-long relationships with classmates and had fun memories of playing clarinet in the high school marching band. She married Ron Leber in 1955 and began life on the Leber family farm in Monterey Township. Margaret worked for many years at the ARC of Allegan and enjoyed working with the developmentally disabled. She liked traveling with them on their annual field trips around the Midwest and was beloved by her charges, many of whom called her “Mom”. Margaret was the church secretary for decades at the First Presbyterian Church in Allegan and was a constant fixture at church events. She also worked at Alexanders in Allegan and several other gift shops. She was a prolific cook and baker, and was known for her cookies, pies, and especially her cakes. If you are of a certain age in Allegan, chances are you attended a wedding or graduation party that had one of her beautiful cakes. She was a talented counted cross stitcher who won ribbons at the Fair, ceramic artist and instructor, and creator of beautiful hand-made wreaths for the gift shop at her family’s Christmas tree farm. Margaret truly enjoyed talking with people, especially children, and took great delight in greeting everyone during tree sale season. She loved her children Rick, Stevie, and Theresa above all else, and had a special relationship with her granddaughter, Sara.

Margaret is survived by her children Rick Leber (Leslie), Theresa Ashley (Mark), granddaughter Sara, special friend Charlie Riess, and nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her parents, husband Ron, son Stevie, and sister Mary Gates.

The family will receive friends at Gorden Funeral Residence, Allegan Chapel on Saturday, December 20, 2025 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM. A funeral service will begin at 11:00 AM with burial to follow at Poplar Hill Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the ARC of Allegan, 219 Hubbard Street, Allegan, MI 49010.

12/17/2025

William Arthur Root
June 24, 1937 - December 15, 2025

William (Bill) Root, 88, of Allegan went to be with his Lord and Savior on Monday, December 15, 2025. He was born June 24, 1937 in Douglas, MI. Bill was the son of Charles Root and Marie Dubas Carlson, and brother to Elmer Jr. and Maxine. After graduating from Fennville High School, Bill joined the Navy and married the love of his life Joan Kwiatkowski. They have 2 daughters, Cynthia (Michael) Stone and Diana Root; 5 grandchildren, Nathan Root (deceased), Sarah (Jordan) Jonker, Hannah (Jordan) VanDyk, Alexander Root, and Matthew Stone; and 5 great-grandchildren, Kane Jonker, River Jonker, Noa Jonker, Baylor VanDyk, and Grant VanDyk.

Bill worked for many years at Rockwell International and was also the owner of the Putt Hutt Mini Golf in Otsego. He enjoyed traveling with Joan, wood working, fishing, good movies and reading. Bill was a member of Blessed Sacrament Church. He loved his faith, family and friends.

Bill's family will have visitation on Monday, December 22, 2025 from 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM at Blessed Sacrament Church in Allegan. Mass will follow at 11:00 AM.

12/16/2025

Steven Jones Sr.
November 11, 1951 - December 15, 2025 (Age 74)

Steven Jones Sr. passed unexpectedly at home on December 15, 2025, in Fennville, MI. Steven was born to his late parents Cleaburn Sr. and Lula Bell (Mitts) Jones on November 11, 1951, in Wilson, Arkansas. Steven married Rebecca (Gann) Jones and shared over 25 years of marriage together. He retired after 32 years from Woodard FST out of Zeeland, MI, as a professional welder. Steven was an avid outdoorsman from hunting, fishing, or camping, he loved being outdoors making memories. He also enjoyed golfing with friends at local golf courses. Above all else, he loved his family, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, spending intentional time with them whenever he could.

He is survived by his wife Rebecca (Gann) Jones; children Steve Jones Jr., Timothy (Lorraine) Jones, Zac (Ally) Jones, Steve (Jacklyn) Pate, Ryan (Melissa) Pate, Chris Gann, and Tim Schafer; siblings Troy Jones Sr., Patricia (Ken) Fisher, Peggy (Elmer) Taylor, Stanley Jones Sr., Rick (Kathy) Jones, Stacey (Kelly) Jones, and Bruce (Mary) Jones; 13 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren.

He is preceded in death by his parents and brother Cleaburn Jones Jr.
Steven’s funeral will start at 11:00 AM on Tuesday, December 23, with an hour’s visitation beforehand at Chappell Funeral Home located on 637 West Main Street, Fennville, MI 49408. Procession to follow with graveside at East Saugatuck Cemetery.

Memorial donations may be made in Steven’s name to the American Heart Association P.O. Box 840692, Dallas, Texas 75284.

12/13/2025

𝐇𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐲 𝐁𝐢𝐫𝐭𝐡𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐆𝐮𝐚𝐫𝐝!

December 13th marks the National Guard's birthday, commemorating 389 years of service. The National Guard holds the distinction of being the oldest military branch in the United States, tracing its origins back to 1636 and a Massachusetts Bay Colony militia law that established the first colonial militia regiments.

With over 400,000 currently-severing members, today’s National Guard is a dual state-federal force of citizen-soldiers. National Guard units respond to natural disasters, support community emergencies, and serve in overseas missions, providing flexible, skilled military support at home and abroad.

Happy Birthday to all the brave men and women of the National Guard.

12/11/2025

Mary Davis Obituary
Mary Ella (Marilyn) Davis of Fennville Michigan passed away December 2, 2025 peacefully while on Hospice care at Wings of Hope in Allegan Michigan. Mary Ella Davis of Chicago Illinois, was born April 15, 1942, to parents Willie Mae and James Davis. Marilyn settled into family life in Pullman Michigan with then husband Nathaniel Burchett Jr. In 1970

She was a stay-at-home mom before starting working at the Mighican Fruit Cannery, in Fennville Michigan. Marilyn was always an adventurous person. Learning to make her own wine and even taking on the task of growing a massive home garden. Looking for help from the kids, she aimed to make life on the farm fun for the entire family.

Her favorite color was royal blue, and favorite meal to cook being anything that was brought back from a hunting outing. She always told us it was chicken or livestock from the farm. But she wasn't fooling us, we knew it wasn't chicken, but always gave in anyway. She was always very hardworking and before retirement.

She was preceded in death by Sons Dell and Rodney Burchett both of Pullman Michigan, later ex-husband Nathaniel Burchett Jr., two grandsons Lance Thompson of Holland Michigan and Tristan Burchett of Wichita Kansas, brothers Samuel and Eugene Davis both from Chicago Illinois, and Sister Clara Kidd of Sothern California. Living Children include Denise Wright and Demetrice Worley-Burchett both of Wichita Kansas. Nathaniel Burchett of Muskegon Michigan. Nadine Burchett, Darlene Burchett, and Luigi Burchett all of Holland Michigan. Ms. Davis also has a living sister Laura Davis-Bell of Chicago Illinois.

Ms. Davis will leave behind 28 grandchildren as well as a host of great grandchildren, nieces, and nephews. We would like for her to be remembered as the lady on 109th street. Always hosting a welcoming home, where everyone would like to come and visit during summer vacations.

Her famous words were "workers cannot hang with non-workers".

A funeral service for Mayella Davis will be held on Friday, December 12, 2025, at 1:00 PM at Chappell Funeral Home, 637 W. Main St., Fennville, Michigan 49408. A public visitation will precede the service beginning at 12:00 PM.

12/11/2025

Lincoln "Linc" DeWitt Miller
April 18, 1963 - December 9, 2025 (Age 62)

Lincoln DeWitt Miller, 62, of Glenn, MI passed away on December 9th, 2025. Linc was born in Lansing on April 18th, 1963. After high school, Linc served 4 years in the United States Army as an Infantryman with the 25th Infantry Division and the 4th Infantry Division. After his honorable discharge, he was driven by the desire to serve his community and became a Michigan State Trooper (MSP). Prior to retirement in 2020, he proudly served with honor and distinction in the MSP for 30 years.

He is survived by his wife Molly Miller, father Joseph Miller, sister Lisa Harris (Rod), brother Jack Miller (Ellen), children: Kenton Miller (Mandy), Krystal Owens (Jase), and JR Kangas-Miller (Morgan), and grandchildren: Gabriel, Logan, Karishma, Landon and Olivia.

Linc is preceded in death by his mother, Christine Miller.

Linc’s Funeral will begin at 11:00 AM with an hour’s visitation beforehand on Sunday, December 14, at Chappell Funeral Home, 637 West Main Street, Fennville MI, 49408. Following the service, there will be a celebration of Lincoln’s life and legacy at the Glenn Community Center.

12/11/2025

𝐓𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬 𝐨𝐧 𝐆𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐟 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 - 𝐃𝐞𝐜𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫

“The wound of grief doesn’t close quickly, nor should it. Its purpose isn’t to destroy, but to transform. Every tear tells the story of love endured, and each breath after loss is a victory of the heart’s quiet resilience.” — Unknown

“No one ever told me that grief felt so much like fear. It feels like being mildly drunk or concussed. There is a sort of invisible blanket between the world and me. I find it hard to take in what anyone says. Perhaps it’s not that grief isolates you. It simply shifts the frequency of your life so that you live on a different wavelength. Over time, the ache remains, but it softens into something quieter. You do not stop missing them. You simply learn to live in a world where their absence has become part of the air
you breathe” — C.S. Lewis

“What we once enjoyed and deeply loved we can never lose.” — Helen Keller

12/09/2025

𝐇𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐆𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐃𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐞 (𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐀𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐀𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐠𝐚𝐧)

It’s not too late to participate in the spirit of the holiday season by making a donation to the Community Action of Allegan’s annual Holiday Giving Drive. The Holiday Giving Drive provides gifts to homebound senors and low-income families in Allegan County. Visit the drive’s website (linked below) for suggestions on items to donate as well as a list of donation drop-off locations. Donations are being accepted now through December 14.

Holiday Giving Drive website:

12/07/2025

𝐏𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐥 𝐇𝐚𝐫𝐛𝐨𝐫 𝐑𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐃𝐚𝐲

On December 7, 1941, Japan launched a surprise attack on the U.S. naval base at Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, destroying ships, aircraft, and killing over 2,400 Americans. The strike crippled the Pacific Fleet and shocked the nation, leading the United States to declare war and enter World War II.

Each year December 7, we pause to remember the Pearl Harbor attack and honor the brave service members whose lives were lost. Their courage and sacrifice changed the course of history and remind us of the true cost of freedom.

As a tribute, the American flag flies at half-staff today.

To learn more about the attack and Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day: https://www.afba.com/military-life/the-importance-of-pearl-harbor-remembrance-day/

12/05/2025

Thank you, Jordan McCormick, for creating this beautiful piece of art for the funeral home and trusting us to serve your family.

12/05/2025

𝐖𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐬 𝐀𝐜𝐫𝐨𝐬𝐬 𝐀𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐚 𝐃𝐚𝐲 (𝐒𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐃𝐞𝐜𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟏𝟑)

Wreaths Across America is a national nonprofit organization dedicated to honoring U.S. veterans by placing remembrance wreaths on the graves of fallen service members each December. Wreaths will be laid at cemeteries across the nation, including at Oakwood Cemetery in Allegan on the 13th at 12 noon. You can volunteer to lay wreaths. You can also sponsor wreaths by making a donation ($17 per wreath). A great way to celebrate the holidays and honor those who served to protect our freedom at the same time.

For full information: https://www.wreathsacrossamerica.org/

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