Obituaries

Louise Ann McCoy of Dowagiac passed away at the age of 88 on Monday, June 29, 2020, at Lakeland Medical Center, St. Joseph. Louise was born on July 23, 1931, in Parkers Prairie, Minn., the daughter of Charles and Ella (Minders) Miller. Louise loved working crossword puzzles and watching her favorite sports teams, the Detroit Tigers and the Minnesota Vikings; however, her most precious times were spent playing with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Louise leaves behind to...

Beverly Jane Davis, 85, of Hartford passed away Thursday, June 25, 2020, at home. Beverly was born May 31, 1935, in Decatur, the daughter of Albert and Mildred (Robinson) Sorensen, both of whom precede her in passing. Also preceding her in passing are a son, Douglas Davis; one grandchild; and two brothers. Beverly graduated from Decatur High School in 1953. She then went to William Jennings Bryan University in Tennessee, Twin City Beauty College in Benton Harbor and went to work for the...

Shirlene Luese Carmichael of Watervliet went to be with her Lord and Savior on Sunday, June 7, 2020, at the age of 80, in Portage, Mich. Shirlene was born Aug. 22, 1939, in Bangor, the daughter of Horace and Hilda (Shugars) Hindes, both of whom precede her in passing. Also preceding her in passing were a daughter, Anita Davis; and a sister, Buzz Duda. Shirlene was formerly employed for 25 years at Watervliet Community Hospital, where she coordinated scheduling, discharge planning and...

Gayl Patrice Dennany was born June 20, 1945, in Kalamazoo, the daughter of Edwin and Joan (Thompson) Athey. Gayl passed away peacefully in her sleep on Saturday, June 6, 2020, at home. She was preceded in death by her mother and father; her husband; Charles J. Dennany Sr.; and her beloved aunt and uncle, Gloria and George Morris. Gayl is survived by her son, Charles and Kathy (Sites) Dennany of Plainwell, Mich.; a brother, Roger (Susan Butler) Athey of Scottsdale, Ariz.; a niece,...

Luis Manuel Zapata, 73, of Lawrence was born June 21, 1946, in Brownsville, Texas. Luis was surrounded by his family when he passed at his home on Saturday, May 30, 2020. Luis is the son of Manuel and Guadalupe (Castaneda) Zapata, both of whom preceded him in passing. Also preceding him in death were two brothers, Alberto and Jesus Zapata. Luis attended Archibald Vocational School in Ohio, and that fostered his life-long love of tinkering with cars and small engines. During his working...

Julie Mae Burfield, 26, of Hartford suddenly passed away on Tuesday, May 26, 2020. She was born Feb. 10, 1994, in Benton Harbor, the daughter of Jeffery and Linda (Viscuso) Briney. Julie was a soft spoken, free spirit with an eternally giving heart. She loved being outdoors and always seemed to be on an adventure. Julie loved her family and will be truly missed by all who knew her. On April 19, 2014, Julie was united in marriage with Michael Burfield, and he survives; along with a...

Dianna Kay Lakey, 70, of Lawrence passed away on Sunday, May 24, 2020 at Lakeland Medical Center, St. Joseph. Dianna was born Feb. 4, 1950, in Cardwell, Mo., the daughter of Miles and Essie (Smith) Carter. Dianna was a loving wife and mother who loved flowers, working in her garden, cooking and listening to gospel and country music. On Nov. 21, 1989, Dianna and JR Lakey were united in marriage. JR survives, along with her children: Jimmey Carter, Teddy Weir Jr., Michelle Wright, Donna...

Gertrude “Trudy” (Cross) Rowe, 98, of Lawrence passed away peacefully on May 12, 2020, at home, surrounded by her family. Trudy was a lifelong resident of Lawrence and she was loved by all who knew her. Graduating as the Lawrence High School Class of 1940 Valedictorian, she went on to attend County Normal (Now Western Michigan University) and fulfilled her dream of becoming a teacher. In 1946, she married Paul U. Rowe, and together they become a staple in the farming...

Christopher Monroe Dasse was born April 29, 1948 in Benton Harbor, the son of Lester and Betty (Monroe) Dasse, both of whom precede him in passing. Chris, as he was known, passed away suddenly at the age of 72, on Monday, May 11, 2020 at his home in Lincoln Township. Chris was formerly employed at Fed Ex, was manager of Meadow Streams Trailer Park and most recently at Orchard Grove Land Fill. He also was a minister in the West Ministries Pastoral Works. On March 2, 1968, Chris was...

Marcella Ann Puckett was born March 18, 1944, in Howard City, Neb., the daughter of Lester and Mary (Kepple) Maxim, both of whom precede her in passing. She was also preceded by a granddaughter, Lexi Puckett. Marcella passed away at the age of 76 on Friday, May 8, 2020, surrounded by her loving family, at her daughter’s home in Watervliet. Marcella was a CNA for many years and loved her job. Marcella leaves behind to cherish her memory, her four loving children: Anna Flory of...