Obituaries

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,...

Apr 30, 2021

Kenneth Wayne McGlothlin was born on Feb. 16, 1951, in California, the son of Leroy and Ouida (Pratt) McGlothlin, both of whom precede him in passing. Also preceding him was a sister, Devonna Price. Kenneth passed away Friday, April 30, 2021, at his home.

On Aug. 19, 2000, Ken as he was known by most, was united...

Apr 30, 2021

Robert Allen Harry, 49 of Hartford, was born on June 6, 1971, in Benton Harbor, to Reginald and Constance (Burgess) Harry. He passed away suddenly at home on Friday, April 30, 2021. His father precedes him in passing. Also preceding him was a sister, Cindy Lou Burgess.

On May 13, 2009, Robby, as he was known, was...

Apr 26, 2021

Victoria Lorraine Nitz, 61, of Dowagiac passed away Monday, April 26, 2021 at Wings Home, Allegan.

Vicki was born May 28, 1959, to the late Norman and Lola Nitz. She was raised in Watervliet with her three siblings: Rich, Fred and Penny. Vicki grew up in church and got to know Jesus Christ as her personal lord...

Apr 25, 2021

Virgil Michael Cook, 66, of Hartford passed away Sunday, April 25, 2021, at Bronson Methodist Hospital, Kalamazoo.

Mike, as he was known by most, was born Oct. 9, 1954, in Benton Harbor, the son of Gilbert and Elsie (Pointer) Cook, both of whom precede him in passing. Also preceding him are three brothers: Earl Cook, Dennis Cook...

Apr 24, 2021

Matthew Shayne Brown Jr., 18 months old, of Hartford passed away Saturday, April 24th, 2021, at Bronson Children’s Hospital in Kalamazoo, Mich., with family and friends present.

Matthew was born on Oct. 2, 2019, in St. Joseph to parents Savanna Ledesma and Matthew Brown, both of Hartford.

Matthew is survived by his mother, Savanna (Jake)...

Apr 24, 2021

Mary Louise Becktold, 87, of Spring Lake, Mich., passed away Saturday, April 24, 2021 surrounded by her family.

Mary Lou was born Aug. 3, 1933, to the late Harry and Grace Surber. She was raised in Redford, Mich., with her late sister, June Stoutenburg. Mary Lou grew up in church and got to know Jesus Christ as...

Apr 20, 2021

Lori Beth Ketcham, 56, of Hartford passed away Tuesday, April 20, 2021, at her home.

“Lolo”, as she was known by most, was born Dec. 30, 1964, in Berrien Springs, the daughter of Oscar and Ida (Miller) Furgeson. She loved to travel and would just like to get up and go anywhere. Her most precious times were...

Apr 19, 2021

Charles Stewart Rowlee Sr., 65, of Lawrence passed away Monday, April 19, 2021, at home.

Charles was born Sept. 22, 1955, in Watervliet, the son of Clyde and Frieda (Fetke) Rowlee, both of whom precede him in passing. Also preceding him are two brothers: Clyde and Carl Rowlee; a grandson, Jacob McCann; and a great-granddaughter, Maeliegh Hall....

Apr 13, 2021

On Tuesday, April 13th, 2021, Tina Wilson (Metelko), loving wife, mother, and grandmother passed away at the age of 58.

Tina was born on Dec. 7, 1962, in Chicago, to Marko and Winifred Metelko (Rogers). Tina graduated from Lincoln Way High School in 1981. On Dec. 19, 1982, she married Christopher Charles Wilson. In 1988, they moved...

Apr 13, 2021

Harvey Joseph Lewis Jr., 63, of Hartford, was born April 14, 1957, in Grand Rapids, Mich., the son of Harvey Sr., and Norma (King) Lewis.

Harvey passed away Tuesday, April 13, 2021, at his home. He was preceded in passing by his father.

On Oct. 16, 2015, Harvey was united in marriage with Donna Marie...

Apr 13, 2021

Velma (Louise) Cargo, loving wife, mother and grandmother, was born in Searcy, Ark., on Sept. 16, 1933. She was the daughter of Lawrence and Mary (Benson) Cooper. Louise passed away on Tuesday, April 13, 2021 at Life Care Center of Plainwell.

She is survived by two sons: George (MaryAnn) Cargo and Donald Cargo; a daughter, Patsy (Jerome)...

Apr 7, 2021

Phil Meachum, 55, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, April 7, 2021.

Phil was born in Manhattan, N.Y. to Theresa and William (Willie) Meachum. He grew up in Bayside, N.Y., before moving to Michigan at the age of 15. Phil drove tractor trailers both locally and cross-country for over thirty years. During this time, Phil also became involved...

Apr 7, 2021

Wallace Owen Haight, 87, of Hartford passed away the evening of Wednesday, April 7, 2021. Wally was born May 11, 1933, at the Haight family farm in Allegan, Mich., the son of Harold F. and Esther G. Haight (O’Brien).

Wally moved with his family to Hartford in 1939, where he attended Hartford Public Schools, graduating in 1952....

Mar 31, 2021

Terry Ray Dixon, 62, of Hartford passed away Wednesday, March 31, 2021, at Lakeland Medical Center, St. Joseph.

Terry was born on Oct. 3, 1958, in Benton Harbor the son of Elmer and Norma (Racine) Dixon. He was formerly employed with Pullman Industries in South Haven.

Terry was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, son and...