Wanda Drake
Mar 2, 2026
Wanda (Zucker) Drake, 76, of Hartford passed away on March 2, 2026, at Bronson Methodist Hospital in Kalamazoo, Mich.
Wanda was born on June 24, 1949, in San Diego, Calif., the daughter of James Zucker and Edith D’Imperio both of whom precede her in passing. She was also preceded in passing by a sister, Jackie Birkhead and a brother, Jim Zucker.
Wanda...
Offie Dessie Smith
Feb 18, 2026
Offie Dessie Smith, 94, of Hartford passed away Wednesday, Feb. 18, 2026, at Corewell Health Lakeland Hospital, St. Joseph.
Offie was born March 4, 1931, in Chicago, the daughter of Fred and Madgeree (Sutton) Ridgway, both of whom preceded her in passing. Also preceding her in passing were her husband, William on Jan. 22, 2019; and five siblings: Zenna Sims, Vashti...
Dawn Marie Lewis-Rummage
Feb 13, 2026
Dawn Marie Lewis-Rummage was born Feb. 3, 1961, in Watervliet, the daughter of James and Mary (Alexis) Lewis.
Dawn passed away at her home in Dowagiac, on Friday, Feb. 13, 2026, at the age of 65.
Dawn was employed as a printer at Imperial Printing. She then retired as a medical transporter in Arizona. Her most precious times were spent with her...
John Wesley Hall
Feb 12, 2026
It is with heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our loved one, John Wesley Hall. John passed away Thursday Feb. 12, 2026, at the age of 58 after a long, hard fought battle with heart disease.
John was born Aug. 30, 1967, in Fort Pierce, Fla., to Dallas Junior and Anna Sue Hall. John grew up in Watervliet, later moving...
Doyle Dwight Drane
Feb 12, 2026
Doyle Dwight Drane, 83, of Hartford passed away suddenly on Thursday, Feb. 12, 2026, at Corewell Health Lakeland Hospital.
Doyle was born July 20, 1942, in Moulton, Ala., the son of Clarence and Lassie (Harris) Drane, both of whom precede him in passing. He was also preceded in passing by 4 siblings: Coy Drane, Richard Drane Sr., Allen Drane, and Mary...
Cheryl Lee Morseau
Jan 30, 2026
Cheryl “Zagthewékwé” L. Morseau, 47, of Bangor passed away Friday, Jan. 30th, 2026, peacefully surrounded by her family in Mattawan.
A Memorial Service will be held 5-7 p.m., Wednesday, Feb. 4th, 2026, at Calvin Funeral Home, 8 E Main St, Hartford. Friends may visit with the family from 5-7 p.m. on Wednesday, at the funeral home. There will be a dinner...
Sally Idall Hopper
Jan 28, 2026
Sally Idall Hopper, 69, of Paw Paw passed away Wednesday, Jan. 28, 2026, at her home.
Sally was born Jan. 22, 1957, in Kalamazoo, the daughter of Curtis and Frances (Thompson) Burnett, both of whom precede her in passing. Also preceding her in passing were her husband, Claiborne (2021); a son, Russal Hopper (2021); and two brothers, Randy Burnett and Frank...
Blanca Graciela Arellano
Jan 15, 2026
Blanca Graciela Arellano, 42, of Hartford passed away Thursday, Jan. 15, 2026, at Corewell Health Lakeland, St. Joseph.
Blanca was born June 15, 1983, in San Juan, Tex., the daughter of Ismael and Juanita (Mata) Castillo. She dedicated her life to her family, being a stay-at-home mother for her eight children.
Blanca is survived by her husband, Jaime Sr.; eight sons: Jaime...
Arthur Daniel McFarland, III
Jan 11, 2026
Arthur Daniel McFarland III (Dan), 66, went to be with our Heavenly Father Sunday, Jan. 11, 2026, at Bronson Hospital after a short illness.
Dan was a very much loved husband, father and grandfather. He was a lifelong farmer and all around handyman. Dan was born Jan. 6, 1960, in Benton Harbor, the son of Art and Maxine (Anderson) McFarland. He...
Cammy Michelle Smith
Dec 30, 2025
Cammy M. Smith, 66, of Watervliet died on Dec. 30, 2025. She was born in Norfolk, Va., on Aug. 8, 1959.
Cammy graduated from Coloma High School and later attended Ivy Tech Community College where she became nationally certified through the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board, leading to her career as a pharmacy technician for Osco Drug and Walmart Pharmacy in Benton...
Ellen Jeanette Moon
Dec 21, 2025
Ellen Jeanette Moon, at the age of 78, who lived in Hartford passed away on Sunday, Dec. 21, 2025, at her home. Ellen was born on Feb. 21, 1947, in Benton Harbor and was the daughter of Harvey and Thelma (Little) Miller, both of whom preceded her in passing. Also preceding her in passing were her husband of 42 years,...
Genetta Jane McCarty
Dec 18, 2025
Genetta Jane McCarty, 86, of Hartford passed away Thursday, Dec. 18, 2025, at home.
Genetta was born Jan. 16, 1939, the daughter of Samuel and Myrta (Grigsby) Stow, both of whom preceded her in passing. Also preceding her in passing are her husband, Euiel on May 17, 2001; three sisters: Thelma Hindman, Donna Callahan and Novolyne Hopper and a brother, Marvin...
Lee Russell Carter
Dec 10, 2025
At the age of 50, Lee Russell Carter of Lawrence, Mich. and Hampshire, Ill., was taken to be with the Lord. Like many events in Lee's life, it was unexpected, fast, and completely on brand. He passed away of a heart attack at home with his loving wife of almost 16 years, Stacy.
Lee was born in Evansville, Ind., and was...
Sandra Lynne Mendoza
Dec 3, 2025
Sandra Lynne Mendoza, 64, of Hartford passed away Wednesday, Dec. 3, 2025, at home.
Sandy, as she was known, was born July 1, 1961, in St. Joseph, the daughter of Robert and Marian (Momany) Sells, both of whom preceded her in passing. Also preceding her in passing are a brother, Vic Sells; niece, Venessa Garcia; father-in-law, Ben Mendoza; two brothers-in-law: John...
Donald Dean Dull
Nov 18, 2025
Donald Dean Dull, 85, of Hartford passed away on Tuesday, Nov. 18, 2025, at home.
Bud, as he was known, was born on May 12, 1940, in Decatur, Ind., the son of Harry and Dorothy (Dague) Dull, both of whom precede him in passing. Also preceding him was a sister, Patricia Stanfield and a brother, Richard Dull.
Donald was formerly employed at...
Evelyn Ruth Coan
Nov 15, 2025
Evelyn Ruth Coan, 98, of Covert was born July 6, 1927, in New Harmony, Ind., and passed away Nov. 15, 2025, at South Haven Nursing and Rehabilitation Community.
Evelyn was the daughter of Louis and Ida (Rush) Hughes.
Evelyn was a wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great-grandmother.
Evelyn is survived by her daughter, Stacie (Ray) Williams; four grandchildren: Brandie Coan, Brittanie Williams, Kelley-Ray...
Gregory Lawrence Brady
Nov 10, 2025
Gregory Lawrence Brady, 74, of Hartford was born Feb. 27, 1951, in Grand Rapids, Mich., the son of Richard and Aneta (Allers) Brady.
Gregory passed away suddenly on Monday, Nov. 10, 2025, at his home.
Gregory served his country in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. He was formerly employed at Klett Construction.
Gregory was a husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. He...
Barry Robert Jones
Nov 8, 2025
Barry Robert Jones, 64, of Hartford passed away suddenly on Saturday, Nov. 8, 2025, at home.
Barry was born May 7, 1961, in Watervliet, the son of Dale and Joanne (King) Jones, both of whom precede him in passing.
Barry worked several years in die casting and later in life, Barry was a caregiver for adult assisted living. In his spare time,...
James Richard Larson, Jr.
Oct 29, 2025
James Richard Larson Jr., 61, of Lawrence passed away on Wednesday, Oct. 29, 2025, at Bronson Methodist Hospital.
James was born Jan. 19, 1964, in San Jose, Calif., the son of James Sr., and Beatrice (Marks) Larson.
James was the best son, brother, and uncle anyone could ask for. His acts of service for others are too numerous to name. He was...
Wilma Allene Hunt
Oct 25, 2025
Wilma Allene Hunt (Wade), a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great and great-great, a sister, aunt and friend, went home to be with the Lord on Oct. 25, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family.
Born on April 19, 1933, to William and Jessie Wade, Wilma grew up in a large and close-knit family that taught her the importance of love,...
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