Looking For Extra Cash? Driving Route for the Community Shoppers Guide is open in the Doster area Route is approx 2 5-3 5 hours/week done between Friday at 6amSaturday at noon $200-$250/month Must have reliable transpor tation, working phone and 2 people to deliver (one drives, one hangs papers) Apply in person, downtown Otsego or at communityshoppersguide net
Jeffrey B Hoy t, Builder, (269)760-0035 All your building needs, no job too big or small Licensed/insured Senior discount
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Budget Appliance Service Prompt, Professional and Affordable Service. Call us today for your appliance repair needs (269)685-8902 Ted LaFountain, Owner
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Tree & Brush Clearing, yard clean-up Fallen tree and stump removal, tree cutting Reliable and insured (269)929-3149
Concrete Flatwork: For all your concrete flatwork needs! Pole barn, floors, driveways, driveway replacement, sidewalks, patios Bobcat services available (269)509-2153
Standing Timber Wanted: Walnut, Oak, Maple Highest prices paid Payment in advance 269-998-1839
50% Off All Consignment Clothing at Bushel & A Peck! 130 N Main St , Plainwell (269)225-1108
Swegles Handyman Service: Roofing, plumbing, decks, all home repairs Insured, quality work 269-243-0468
Powerwashing, Replacement Windows, doors, and roofing Call Farmer Construction Local Builder Check us out on Facebook 269-420-9748
Quality Clock Repair. House calls on Grandfather clocks, free pickup & delivery of all others Call Andrew Dirkse (616)990-8885
& Ice Removal For Your Home For all your roofing and gutter screen installation needs, call Scott Keyzer Roofing @ (269)929-3149
Quality Built Pole Buildings. Built year round! All sizes, options available! Financing Available! C L Kruithoff Building Company, Lic /Insured Call (269)217-3850 www pole-barns com
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Kendra Sweeting
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Nancy Whitney
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Bee Equipment: Hive, extra supers, protective clothing, extractor equipment Everything you need to house bees and harvest honey $500 (269)207-6052
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Standing Timber Wanted: Walnut, Oak, Maple Highest prices paid Payment in advance 269-998-1839
Walking Routes in Otsego for the Community Shoppers Guide Make between $80-$150/mo Apply in person or online: www CommunityShoppersGuide net The paper is delivered between 6:30am Friday and noon Saturday Must have working phone
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Heidi Kristen Mausolf JENKINS
AGE 37 - BATTLE CREEK, MI
Heidi Kristen Mausolf Jenkins, aged 37, passed away on February 15, 2025 Born on September 19, 1987, Heidi's vibrant spirit and boundless energy became a source of strength and joy for all who knew her She is survived by her devoted husband, Shawn Jenkins; her cherished children, Ryder, River, Echo, and Jameson; her beloved stepchildren Trinity Taryn BraeLynn and Landen; her loving mother, Peggy Suszek; her caring siblings, Kevin (Caitlin) Davis, April Mausolf, Kenny Mausolf Jr , and Zachary (Amanda) Mausolf; her adored grandmother, Marlene Cadarette, as well as her many nieces and nephews She is preceded in death by her father, Kenneth Mausolf Sr , and her grandparents Kenneth A Mausolf and Ernestine Mausolf Heidi embraced her role as a stay-at-home mom with unparalleled passion Her children and stepchildren were the center of her universe, and she loved each one as her own The bond she shared with them was unmistakable, as she infused their lives with laughter, adventure, and unconditional love Heidi s strength was a constant beacon, guiding her family through life's many ups and downs with unwavering resolve Her interests were as diverse as they were dynamic Heidi reveled in the thrill of concert mosh pits, the tranquility of the great outdoors, and the challenges of mechanical work She could often be found fixing her home's furnace or tinkering with vehicles, her energy never ceasing to amaze those around her At her core, Heidi remained a kid at heart, delighting in toys such as PlayStation and Legos, often buying them under the guise of gifts for her children, only to joyfully assemble them herself Heidi s adventurous spirit was matched only by her selflessness She was always the first to lend a hand, care for others, and offer a shoulder to lean on Her nightly phone calls with her sister and best friend, April, were a testament to the closeness of her family ties Despite her many responsibilities, Heidi never lost her sense of self or her zest for life always standing out as the exuberant center of attention Those who had the pleasure of knowing Heidi will remember her as spirited, funny, and selfless She was never afraid to be herself, and her legacy will be carried on in the hearts of those she touched Heidi's life was a beautiful mosaic of love, laughter, and adventure, and she will be deeply missed by all A Celebration of Life service is being planned for a later date
Arrangements by Williams Gores Funeral Home - Delton Messages of condolence may be posted at www williamsgoresfuneral com
Jerry D. BUELL
AGE 63 - PLAINWELL, MI
Jerry Buell, a beloved husband, father and grandfather passed away on February 14, 2025, in Grand Rapids He was born on February 27, 1961, in Columbus, Ohio to Virgil and Phyllis (Elkins) Buell Jerry dedicated 30 years of his life to Overhead Door in Grand Rapids, where he found fulfillment in his work until his retirement in 2023 Throughout his life, Jerry was known for his passion for the outdoors and enjoyed hunting and fishing One of his greatest joys came from spending time with his family, especially his eight grandchildren Jerry's dedication to his family was evident in the love and attention he gave to each of them creating special memories that will long be treasured Jerry had a colorful character and enjoyed making others laugh and smile Surviving is his wife of 30 years, Dawn; children, Jerry (Lauren) Buell II of Ohio Amy Buell of Ohio Stephanie Buell of Kalamazoo, Jenny Buell of Plainwell and Nathan Buell of Plainwell and his grandchildren Riley Maxin Kasen Grayson, Nash, Blake, Oakland, and Priella He is also remembered by his sister Barb (Kip) Geyer along with several nieces and nephews Jerry was preceded in death by his parents and siblings Sandra Buell William Buell, and Elaine Taylor His presence will be profoundly missed by all who knew him, but his spirit will remain alive in the hearts of those he loved A funeral service was held at Winkel Funeral Home on Wednesday, February 19, 2025, with Pastor Matt Noble officiating Burial followed at Oak Hill Cemetery in Orangeville Contributions in memory of Jerry may be directed to the American Diabetes Association Arrangements by Winkel Funeral Home - Otsego Messages of condolence may be posted at www WinkelFuneralHome com
When you find yourself facing the loss of a loved one ... we can assist in making the details you face a little e a s i e r To p l a c e yo u r o b i t u a r y announcement on our community pages, simply ask the funeral home to send the details to the Community Shoppers Guide or call/email us yourself Obituar ies are approximately $75 and are included in our online edition and on our website Community Shoppers Guide 117 N Far mer St , Otsego • 269-694-9431 www communityshoppersguide net emai : info@communityshoppersguide net
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Timothy Lee Sims, age 71, of Shelbyville, passed away on Wednesday February 12, 2025 He was born on June 8, 1953, in Columbia City, IN, to Willis & Geraldine Sims Tim married Elizabeth Jean Brown on September 3, 1983, in Shelbyville He worked at Parker Hannifin as a machine operator for 36 years Tim enjoyed hunting, camping, vacationing, making fishing poles, & spending time with his family Tim and Beth enjoyed hosting family and friends at Jellystone campground in Pierceton, Indiana where they made many memories with their kids, grandkids and extended family Tim is survived by his wife Beth; children Tracy (Tammy) Sims, Natasha (Dan) Watson, Cory (Lisa) Sims and Brad (Angelica) Sims; mother-in-law, Jean (Ron) Brown; grandchildren Gavin Gunner Landen Tucker Gideon, Nick, Curtis, Daniel, Jacob, AnnaBelle, Spencer, Natalie, Amos, Mason, Hunter, Wyatt, Brook, Payton, and Owen; siblings, Chet (Liz) Sims, Dave (Glenda), Fran Adams and Judy (Jon) Wilmot; brothers and sisters-in-law, Marge (Bill) Nickerson, Bernie (Brenda) Brown and Nancy (Scott) Gross Tim had a large extended family of many nieces, nephews and cousins who he enjoyed spending time with Many of which joined him on several hunting and camping trips along with many vacations He is preceded in death by his parents, Willis and Geraldine Sims, father-in-law Bernie Brown, siblings Phyllis, Bill, Larry and Rita A memorial service for Tim is being planned Cremation arrangements are entrusted to Michigan Cremation & Funeral Care
To send a message of sympathy to the family, sign Tim's online guest book, or to share a favorite memory, please visit: www MichiganCremation com
William J. STOUT AGE 85 - PUNTA GORDA FL (Plainwell MI)
On February 15, 2025, William J Stout passed away peacefully at 85 in his Punta Gorda, Florida home, with his wife Linda by his side Bill was the son of Dorothy and James Stout from Cooper Township He graduated from Plainwell High School and owned Arcan’s, Inc He is survived by his wife Linda, sons James (Paul) of Royal Oak, Michigan, Billy (Christine) of Plainwell, Michigan, and daughter Heather (William) of Plainwell, MI Family and friends will greatly miss him Honoring his wishes, he will be cremated without a traditional funeral
Annual Peanut Butter Drive for the Allegan County Food Pantr y Collaborative (ACFPC) A program of the Allegan Co Community Foundation
Our goal is to collect 6,000 Jars of Peanut Butter to distr ibute amongst par ticipating ACFPC par tners!
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TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS IN THE VILLAGE OF MARTIN:
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the Village Council of the Village of Mar tin will hold a Public Hearing on Monday, March 17, 2025 at 7pm at the Village office located at 1609 N Main Street, Mar tin, Michigan, to consider adoption of the budget and authorization of the operating millage rate for the Village of Mar tin for 2025-2026
Copies of the proposed budget, and millage rate, are on file with the Village Clerk at the Village office located at 1609 N Main Street, Mar tin, Michigan, for public inspection during regular business hours At the Public Hearing, all interested persons shall be afforded an oppor tunity to be heard in regard to the proposed budget, and the millage rate to be levied on proper ty in the Village of Mar tin
The Proper ty tax millage rate of 8 5897 is to be proposed to be levied to suppor t FY 2025-2026 proposed General fund revenues and expenditures While not subject to the proposed tax levy and notice requirements the other fund budgets will be discussed and adopted at this time as well
This notice is given by order of the Village Council of the Village of Mar tin - April Taylor, Clerk
Are you wondering what happened to your balance, wobbling a bit when you walk, wavering some when you stand, or avoiding activities because you ' re afraid of falling?
Join us for a FREE, 8-CLASS SERIES to help older adults reduce the risk of falling and increase activity levels. This class involves conversations and light exercises
TWICE A WEEK FOR 4 WEEKS - MARCH 10 THRU APRIL 2
Classes will be held Mondays & Wednesdays 12:30-2:30pm (except Thursday, March 27 instead of Wednesday, March 26) at the Christian Neighbors Event Space - Education Resource Center lower level - 282 12th Street, Plainwell
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Since it’s February, I’ve been reminiscing about some of my favorite love songs, especially those from the 80s and 90s At First Congregational Church in Otsego, we are reflecting on some of our favorite love songs that King David wrote to God in the biblical book of Psalms This past Sunday we focused on David’s apology love song to God, Psalm 51 David describes how the compassion of God drove his confession to God God didn’t hate David because David loved sin; God hated David’s sin because he loved David And, this is really important too, David didn’t hate himself because he loved sin; David hated his sin because he loved God. Love, or compassion, must initiate our sorrow, or confession.
Amy and I celebrated our one-year wedding anniversary by hiking in Watkins Glen State Park in upstate New York At the pinnacle of the hike, there was a playground and a snack shop (with over-priced beverages-you’re nearly dying of thirst and have no other optionscriminal!!!). I convinced Amy to join me on the see-saw. She did…reluctantly. To make things more exciting, I would hit the ground fast and hard so that Amy popped off the see-saw plank, slightly into the air I did this five times until I got bored That’s when I hit the ground even harder and faster, popping Amy so high into the air that she flew over the handle bar and onto the middle of the see-saw, holding on for dear life. I humiliated her in front of a crowd of strangers There were scrapes and bruises all over her arms and legs Only a clueless newlywed male would do something so stupid
After I laughed (I repeat- clueless newlywed), I felt terrible. The conviction did not lead me to hate myself because I hurt Amy If that were the case, the shame and guilt would have led me away from Amy and toward self-hate, sour-introspection, self-condemnation My sorrow was not driven by self-hate but love for Amy I took care of her really well, for like three whole days. My offense brought good sorrow that led me to love her not hate myself. All of us have done things we regret, things that have grieved God and hurt others If the sorrow you feel produces guilt and shame, it’s bad sorrow because it will lead you further from the one you hurt If the sorrow you feel is from God, it will lead you to love and make amends with the one you offended So to recap bad sorrow=shame and good sorrow=love Moral of the story don’t go on a see-saw with your spouse if you’ve been married one year or less
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~ Pastor Lenny Luchetti
We are a friendly, but not smothering, growing congregation on mission to love and ser ve our community Our worship ser vices are shor t but impactful We also have a fun-filled and safe program for kids ages 0-10
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