Obituaries

Jul 21, 2021

Susan Marie Shelton was called home Wednesday, July 21, 2021, at 4:14 p.m., at the age of 68. Her children and husband were gathered by her side.

She was born on May 13, 1953, to June and Alfred Milnickel. She was married to Guy Shelton on May 9, 1998. She was a devoted and loving mother and...

Jul 20, 2021

Nelly Hernandez was born on February 23, 1978, in Houston, Texas. She was the daughter of Felipe and Maria (Meza) Gasca. Nelly passed away at Bronson Methodist Hospital in Kalamazoo, Mich., on Tuesday, July 20, 2021.

The family will welcome friends from 10 to 11 a.m. on Saturday, July 24 at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in...

Jul 19, 2021

Ross Ralph Efting, 82 of Bangor went to be with the Lord on Monday, July 19, 2021, at South Haven Nursing and Rehabilitation Community.

A private family viewing was took place on July 22, at Calvin Funeral Home in Hartford after which cremation took place.

A memorial service will be at 6 p.m. on Wednesday,...

Jul 17, 2021

Stanley Eugene Bassett was born March 10, 1936, in Watervliet, the son of Everett and Lulu (Gibson) Bassett. He passed away suddenly at the age of 85 on Saturday, July 17, 2021, at his home in Sister Lakes.

Stan, as he was known by most, married his wife, Sharon, on Aug. 3, 1957. He was formerly employed...

Jul 9, 2021

Peter Romaine Johnson was born May 9, 1944, in Benton Harbor the son of Peter and Bobbie (Griffin) Johnson. Pete, as he was known to everyone, passed away Friday, July 9, 2021, at Rose Arbor Hospice Center, Kalamazoo, Mich.

On Nov. 30, 1963, Pete was united in marriage with Sandra Williams. Pete took over a heating and...

Jul 6, 2021

Joann Buckley, 84, passed away peacefully July 6, 2021. She was born Sept. 22, 1936 to Kennie and Clara Skeens of Pikeville, Kentucky. Joann graduated from Pikeville High School in 1954, where she was the Valedictorian.

Joann was a retired Postmaster at Hartford. Before that, she was a Bus Driver for the Hartford Public Schools.

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Jul 3, 2021

Joe Chambers, 93, of Hartford passed away at home surrounded by family on Saturday, July 3, 2021.

Joe was born Oct. 19, 1927, in Etowah, Ark., to Frank and Maudie Belle (Donahue) Chambers. He was a veteran of the U. S. Army. On Sept. 19, 1947 he was united in marriage to Ethel Russell.

During...

Jul 3, 2021

Arlin Lafane Caldwell, 75, of Hartford passed away Saturday, July 3, 2021, at home.

Arlin was born Jan. 21, 1946, in Wardell, Mo., the son of Fletcher and Mildred (Simpson) Caldwell, both of whom precede him in passing. Also preceding him in passing were his wife, Jacqueline “Jackie” Caldwell, on Jan. 24, 2016; a granddaughter, Haylee Caldwell;...

Jul 2, 2021

William Joseph Ross, 81, of Dowagiac passed away peacefully on Friday, July 2, 2021, at home, surrounded by his family.

Bill, as he was known by most, was born Aug. 5, 1939, in Conway, Ark., the son of T. J. and Evajane (Gibson) Ross both of whom precede him in passing. Also preceding him in passing was...

Jun 29, 2021

Eugene Brigham, 88 of Decatur, loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, went to his rest June 29, 2021.

Gene as he was known was born June 6, 1933, in Decatur, the son of Thomas and Ethel (Wiggins) Brigham. He was a Korean and Vietnam veteran serving in the U.S. Air Force for 20 years, retiring on Dec....

Jun 29, 2021

Elana Cherise, 54, passed away suddenly on Tuesday, June 29, 2021, at her home in South Haven.

Elana was born Nov. 5, 1966 in Salem, Ark. She was a manicurist at Nails Your Way in Bangor. She was loved by many, faithful to God, and adored her grandchildren. She had a light that would captivate you. She...

Jun 22, 2021

On June 22, 2021, Christine Alice Norden; our loving wife and mother, passed away. Now, she is with the angels.

Christine was born on Aug. 12, 1949, in Michigan City, Ind., the daughter of Paul and Vera (Jorgenson) Nekvasil, both of whom precede her in passing. Also preceding her in passing are a brother, Paul Nekvasil Jr.,...

Jun 20, 2021

Paula Starleen “Star” Davis, 67, of Hartford passed away suddenly June 20, 2021 at home.

Star was born Nov. 6, 1953, in Watervliet, the daughter of Paul and Ina (Wallace) Nelson, both of whom precede her in passing.

Star is survived by her husband of 39 years, Ricky; five children: Troy Nelson and Jessica Rentz,...

Jun 14, 2021

Sharon A. Brewer, born Aug. 3, 1960, passed away on June 14, 2021.

Sharon was born in Nashville, Tenn., to her mother and father, Barbara and Shirley Brewer. Sharon was a loving mother, nana, aunt, sister and friend to many.

Sharon is survived by her daughter, Kayla (Mike); granddaughter, Duckie; her two sisters; two brothers;...

Jun 7, 2021

Jimmy Joe Madison Sr., 72, passed away unexpectedly on June 7, 2021, in his home in Benton Harbor.

Jim was born on April 4, 1949, in Arkansas to parents: Hersel Harrison Madison and Lillie Pearl Cheatham-Madison who preceded him in death. Also preceding him in death are brothers: Hersel Berneill Madison, Albert Wayne Madison, Donnie Ray Madison...

Jun 5, 2021

It is with great sadness the family of Sandra S. (Jackson) Carlson announces her passing on Saturday, June 5, 2021, at the age of 75. Sandy is survived by her brothers: Arnold Jackson and Allen Jackson; and her sister, Vicki (Jackson) Luff. Sandy was a graduate of Benton Harbor High School and later went on to receive her degree...

May 15, 2021

Primo Anthony Capovilla Jr., 80, of Watervliet passed away Saturday, May 15, 2021.

Primo was born April 25, 1941, in Waverly Township, the son of Primo Sr., and Angeline (Budcinski) Capovilla, both of whom precede him in passing. Also preceding him in passing was a daughter, Tammy Capovilla-Diehl.

Primo is survived by a son, Tony...

May 15, 2021

Donna Anderson, 94, of Hartford passed away Saturday, May 15, 2021, at home.

She was born March 25, 1927, in Benton Harbor, to Myron and Nilmah Vanderlyn, both of whom preceded her in death. Donna graduated from Hartford High School as the Salutatorian of the Class of 1943. Donna married William Smith on Nov. 2, 1947, and...

May 15, 2021

Gene Andrew Heffington, 84, of Dowagiac passed away on Saturday, May 15, 2021, at Lakeland Medical Center, in St, Joseph.

He was born on Jan. 8, 1937, son of the late Cubie and Thelma (Finney) Heffington, in Missouri. He married Betty Fuller and had four children. She preceded him in death on April 5, 1984. Gene loved...

May 11, 2021

Omero’s life began April 3, 1989, in Ft. Pierce, Fla.

Omero spent his lifetime growing up in Lawrence, where he attended high school and participated in various sports. He was an all around athlete in school and a 2008 graduate of Lawrence High School. Omero was motivated and successful at all that he set his mind to,...