Obituaries

Sep 17, 2025

Krystal N. McNew-Hash, of Baroda, was born on Sept. 11, 1973, the daughter of Karlis McNew and Marjorie Lewis-Young.

Krystal passed away on Wednesday, Sept. 17, 2025, at her home.

Krystal is survived by her mother, Marjorie Young; two daughters, Courtney and Brittany; two sons, Brandon and Justin; fifteen grandchildren: Diana, Autumn, Ayla, Bentlee, Ziland, Octavia, Waylon, Ryleigh, Ashlynn, Eric, Zeus, Marilyn,...

Sep 14, 2025

William Michael Moore was born on April 4, 1952, to William and Betty (Brown) Moore. He passed away on Sunday, Sept. 14, 2025, at his home in Sister Lakes, Mich.

William was united in marriage with Brenda Clark and she survives along with a son, Steven Moore; his ex-wife, Janice Moore; two brothers: Marty Moore and Max Moore; a sister, Margie...

Sep 13, 2025

Kenneth Monroe Thompson was born Jan. 14, 1962, in Dexter, Mo., the son of RL and Louise Thompson. He departed this world on Saturday, Sept. 13, 2025, at his home in Bangor.

Kenneth enjoyed hunting and was a carpenter by trade.

Kenneth is survived by his five children: Kenneth Thompson, Jacqueline VanAvery, Lacey VanAvery, Samantha and Amanda. He is also survived by...

Sep 10, 2025

Rickey Carroll Willoughby of Eau Claire was born July 22, 1948, in Wardell, Mo., the son of James and Virginia (Phillips) Willoughby.

Rickey passed away at the age of 77, on Wednesday, Sept. 10, 2025, at his home.

Rickey was a 1966 graduate of Hartford High School. He was formerly employed at the Watervliet Paper Mill until it’s closing.

Rickey leaves behind to...

Sep 6, 2025

Emily Kay Davis, 79, of Eau Claire passed away on Saturday, Sept. 6, 2025, at West Woods of Niles Nursing Home in Niles. She was born on Sept. 8, 1945, in Gary, Ind., the daughter of Malcolm Norris and Cora B. McCuen. Emily married Gaines Ray Davis, he preceded her in death on Aug. 18, 2007.

She is survived by two...

Sep 2, 2025

Chad Edward Bedwell, 51, escaped the land of the living on Sept. 2, 2025. He always loved to win any game he played, especially Euchre. Well, you won again Chad, you beat us to Jesus and reunited with your love, Deborah Gretchen Bedwell.

There is no doubt that a party took place in heaven that day as many aunts, uncles, cousins,...

Aug 26, 2025

Robert Newton Stover, 90, of Decatur, was born on Oct. 24, 1934 in Decatur, the son of William (Byron) and Pauline (Price) Stover. Robert passed away on Tuesday, Aug. 26, 2025, at Centrica Rose Arbor Place in Oshtemo Township.

On Nov. 26, 1955, Bob, as he was known by all, was united in marriage with Gladys Urick and she survives along...

Aug 14, 2025

Zachariah Robert Poole, 33, of Eau Claire passed away suddenly on Thursday, Aug. 14, 2025 in Bainbridge Township.

Zach, as he was known by most everyone, was born on March 23, 1992, in Berrien Springs, the son of Timothy and Edith (McCrary) Poole.

Zach was a member of the Keeler volunteer fire department for many years. He was a mechanic by trade...

Aug 10, 2025

With profound sorrow and abiding love, we announce the passing of Graciela (Romero) Chavez. She left this world peacefully at home on August 10th, 2025, surrounded by her devoted family, favorite music, and the love that shaped her extraordinary life.

Born on January 16th, 1953, in Rio Grande City, TX, Graciela lived a life marked by resilience, compassion, and unwavering faith....

Aug 4, 2025

Terry Lee Mabus, of Watervliet, Mich., passed away on Monday, Aug. 4th, at the age of 79. He was beloved husband of Reba Dianne Mabus, loved son of the late Harry Mabus and late Virginia Mabus, and devoted father of Michelle Caracci (the late Joe), Penny Robley, Brian Mabus (Charlotte) and Lonnie Mabus (Erin).

He loved his “outlaw” sons-in-law and daughters-in-laws,...

Jun 20, 2025

Theresa Sue Sturgeon, of Benton Harbor, passed away suddenly at her home on Friday, June 20, 2025, at the age of 75.

Theresa was born Oct. 7, 1949, in Judsonia, Ark., the daughter of Leo and Frances (Selvidge) Ferren.

Theresa was formerly employed, as a Nursing Assistant, at the former Berrien General Hospital and at Lakeland Hospital, in Saint Joseph, where she...

May 23, 2025

Alberto Perez was born on Oct. 6, 2003, in Kalamazoo, the son of Isidro and Maria (Medrano) Perez. Alberto passed away on Friday, May 23, 2025, at his home in Hartford.

The family will receive friends and family from 6-8 p.m. on Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at the Calvin Funeral Home in Hartford, where at 7 p.m. rosary will be said....

May 18, 2025

John Charles Mehlenbeck, 73, of Buchanan passed away on May 18th, 2025, at Corewell Health Butterworth Hospital, in Grand Rapids, Mich.

John was born in Chicago, on Jan. 15, 1952. His parents were Robert V. and Emma Ruth Mehlenbeck.

John was preceded in death by his wife, Maeredith; his sister, Carol and brother, Jim.

John leaves behind to cherish his memory, his step-son,...

May 1, 2025

Barbara Elyse Roush, 69 of Hartford passed away on May 1, 2025, in Ocala, Fla.

Barbara was born in Watervliet to the parents of Allen James McConnell and Tinnie McConnell on Dec. 13, 1955. She went to Hartford High School and received her diploma in May, 1983. She went on to receive her Associate in Arts from Southwestern Michigan College in...

Mar 31, 2025

Lorrene Star Hunt, 62, of Hartford passed away Monday, March 31, 2025, at her home.

Lorrene was born Nov. 21, 1962, in South Bend, Ind. Her parents were Warren Putnam and Clara Munson, both of whom preceded her in passing. Also preceding her in passing is a brother, Clifford Munson.

Lorrene was formerly employed with C.J.’S Bar, now Big Twin Bar in...

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...