Lawrence C. Burchtt 73 of Portage passed away Tuesday, May 13, 2014 at Kairos Dwelling. Lawrence was born March 9, 1941 in Kalamazoo. He was united in marriage to Rosetta (London) Burchette who survives. Also surviving are sons Guy and Jordan; daughter, Karen; 3 grandchildren; 1 sister. Friends are being received Friday May 16, 2014 from 10-11 am at the Redmond Funeral Home, 4100 S. Westnedge Ave. Kalamazoo, MI 49008 (269)343-6156. Graveside services will be held Friday at Noon at Oak Grove Cemetery, Lawton. www.redmondfuneralhomes.net