Jean Ann Kittelton

Jean A. Kittelton, age 91, of Battle Creek, passed away on November 18, 2025, at Bronson Battle Creek. She was born on September 3, 1934, in Kalamazoo, the daughter of Charles P. and Frances M. (Peters) Goole. Jean graduated from St. Augustine Cathedral School in 1952, then went on to attend Kellogg Community College. She moved to Battle Creek from Kalamazoo in 1954. On June 19, 1954, she was united in marriage to Russell P. Kittelton. Jean worked as an administrative assistant for Eaton Corporation and later the Dana Corporation, retiring in May 1982 after 19 years. Jean was a member at St. Joseph Catholic Church and a volunteer with the Charitable Union. Jean was preceded in death by her husband on July 14, 2017, and a brother, James Goole. She is survived by her children; Kathy Sanford, David and Bill Kittelton, brother, Charles (Jan) Goole, grandchildren; Jessica (Joseph) Remele, Will Kittelton, great grandchildren; Joseph Jr., Brenna, and Stella. The family will receive friends on Monday, November 24, 2025, from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the Richard A. Henry Funeral Home & Cremation Services. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 11:00 A.M., Tuesday, November 25, 2025, at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Rev. Christopher Ankley, Celebrant. Interment will follow at Memorial Park Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Charitable Union. Memories and condolences may be left for the family at www.henryfuneralhome.org