Obituaries

Mar 24, 2025

David Newton, 71 of Stevensville passed away Monday, March 24, 2025, at Corewell Health Lakeland Hospital, St. Joseph.

David was born July 25, 1953, in Benton Harbor, the son of Joe and Geneva (Elmore) Newton, both of whom preceded him in passing.

He was an avid Detroit Tiger fan. He was a member of the First Baptist Church of St. Joseph. He...

Mar 24, 2025

Luis Carlos Medina Lopez, 42, of Hartford was born Sept. 27, 1982, in Chicago, the son of Jose Medina and Concepcion Lopez.

Luis passed away suddenly on Sunday, March 24, 2025 at his home.

Luis was formerly employed as a maintenance mechanic at Regloplas. He was a good father, son and gave to others who needed help. He was a very social,...

Mar 7, 2025

Deslin Wayne Gargus was born Dec. 21, 1956, the son of Harold and Joyce (Carlisle) Gargus, both of whom preceded him in passing.

Deslin passed away at the age of 68 on Friday, March 7, 2025, at Bronson Methodist Hospital, Kalamazoo, Mich.

The family will receive friends from 10-11 a.m. on Friday, March 21, at...

Mar 2, 2025

Mary Virginia Halcomb, 82, of Hartford passed away Sunday, March 2, 2025, at home.

Mary was born Apr. 24, 1942, in Hardy, Ark., the daughter of Allen and Flossie (Thompson) Davis, both of whom preceded her in passing. Also preceding her in death were her husband, Albert, on Aug. 11, 1999; a daughter, Francis Vermilyer and two...

Mar 1, 2025

Eric John Wieser, 69, of Lawrence Township passed away suddenly on Saturday, March 1, 2025, at home.

Eric was born Aug. 16, 1955, in Watervliet, the son of Gerald Wieser and Jeanne (Thar) Conrad. He was formerly employed at Klett Construction of Keeler as a heavy duty mechanic.

Eric is survived by his life long...

Feb 26, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Alvin George Ammon, a devoted husband, loving father, proud grandfather and skilled master electrician. Alvin passed away surrounded by the love of his family, leaving behind a legacy of hard work, kindness and unwavering dedication to those he cherished.

Born on Nov. 5, 1954, in Benton Harbor, Alvin was...

Feb 22, 2025

Angel D. Morseau, 46, of Baraga, Mich., passed away on Saturday, Feb. 22, 2025, at Baraga County Memorial Hospital.

Angel was born Feb. 17, 1979, in Okeechobee, Fla., to Cleora Morseau and the late Orville Goss. At the age of 4, Angel settled in Baraga, with her family, where she resided for the rest of her life....

Feb 17, 2025

Marla Dee (Sheick) Thurman, 74, of Hartford passed away on Saturday, Feb. 22, 2025, at her home.

Marla was born on April 12, 1950, in Mt. Morris, Mich., the daughter of Marvin and Lucille (Richards) Sheick. She was united in marriage with Glenn Thurman on Dec. 26, 1968. Marla grew up in Mt. Morris and attended Mt....

Feb 2, 2025

Eleanor Helen Rhodes of Portage was born July 30, 1933, in Coloma, the daughter of Adolph and Pauline (Oxner) Zass. Eleanor passed away peacefully at the age of 91, on Sunday, Feb. 2, 2025, at the Villa at Borgess Place in Kalamazoo, Mich.

Eleanor spent much of her career in the meatpacking industry in California before returning...

Jan 31, 2025

Gloria Rayne Ryan, 71, of Hartford passed away in the presence of her family on Friday, Jan. 31, 2025, after battling dementia.

Gloria was born Aug. 22, 1953, in Niles to Raymond and Eva Marie Brown. She attended Niles Public Schools.

Gloria met Larry at his aunt’s farm and they were married on August 17,...

Jan 26, 2025

Luis Aranda, 70, of Hartford was born May 20, 1954 in Weslaco, Texas, the son of Victor and Maria (DeLaCruz) Aranda, both of whom preceded him in passing. Also preceding him in passing were two brothers: Pedro and Romaldo.

Luis passed away on Sunday, Jan. 26, 2025, at his home surrounded by his loving family.

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Jan 25, 2025

Dwight Eugene Peters, age of 100, passed away peacefully at CareTel Inn, St. Joseph, on Jan. 25, 2025.

He was born April 5, 1924, to Henry and Matilda (Schieber) Peters in Keeler Township, Mich. He lived and worked as a farmer his entire life on the 150-year-old family farm raising fruits, vegetables and grain. Dwight married Althea...

Jan 25, 2025

Lorraine Kathryn Hillman, 62, of Hartford passed away Saturday, Jan. 25, 2025, at her home.

Lori, as she was known by all who knew her, was born Oct. 19, 1962, in Chicago, Ill., the daughter of Robert and Myrtle (Duncan) Pingel, both of whom precede her in passing.

In her personal life, she loved collecting...

Jan 25, 2025

Ralph Roland Black was born Dec. 17, 1936, in Benton Harbor, the son of Ralph and Grace (Brant) Black.

Ralph passed away at his home in Hartford on Saturday, Jan. 25, 2025, at the age of 88.

On March 4, 1957, Ralph was united in marriage with Virginia Clauser. Ginny, as she was known, passed...

Jan 18, 2025

Kenneth Andrew Anderson, a beloved father, grandfather and great-grandfather, passed away on Saturday, Jan. 18, 2025, at 3:23 a.m. in Bradenton, Fla., at the age of 73. He was a warrior in every sense of the word—both on and off the battlefield. A proud veteran, he served his country with honor during the Vietnam war as a member of...

Jan 14, 2025

Lynne Susan Rybarski, 68, of Decatur passed away Tuesday, Jan. 14, 2025, at Bronson Methodist Hospital, Kalamazoo.

Lynne was born Oct. 27, 1956, in Paw Paw, the daughter of Eugene and Mary (Spicher) Brigham. She graduated from Decatur High School, class of 1974. She was formerly employed, for 15 years, at the former EPC, in Mattawan. In...

Jan 13, 2025

Marybeth Price was born Jan. 9, 1940, in Benton Harbor, the daughter of Rex and Pauline (Munjoy) Phillips. Marybeth passed away at the age of 85, on Jan. 13, 2025, at Caretel Inns, St. Joseph.

The family will welcome friends from 1-3 p.m. on Sunday, Jan. 19, at the Calvin Funeral Home in Hartford, where a memorial...

Jan 4, 2025

Carri Jean Fuller, 60, of Lawrence passed away suddenly on Saturday, Jan. 4, 2025, at Corewell Health South in St. Joseph.

Carri was born Aug. 3, 1964, in Paw Paw, the daughter of Jack and Betty (Lakes) Fuller, both of whom precede her in passing.

Carri was a loving companion, daughter, mother, sister and grandmother...

Dec 30, 2024

Edwin Todd Gustafson, 87, passed away Monday, Dec. 30, 2024, at his home, surrounded by his loving family. Ed was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, teacher, coach and friend.

Ed was born on March 11, 1937, at his home in Eau Claire, the son of Edwin and Margaret (O’Brien) Gustafson. He graduated from Eau Claire High School...

Dec 26, 2024

Dorothy Norma Fernham, 95, passed peacefully in her sleep early Dec. 26, 2024, at the Timbers of Cass County, Dowagiac, after a brief stay.

Dorothy was born Jan. 4, 1929, at her folks' farm south of Watervliet, the fifth of six children born to Emil and Olga (Schroeder) Kraklau. Being raised on a farm during the Depression,...