Obituaries

Oct 11, 2018

Clifford James "Pops" Miller was born on Aug. 24, 1960, in Arkansas, N. H., the son of Ray and Alma (Lee) Miller. He passed away at the age of 58 on Thursday, Oct. 11, 2018, at his home in North Judson, Ind.

The family will receive friends on Tuesday, Oct. 16 from 6-8 p.m. at...

Oct 5, 2018

Patricia Marie Krickhahn-Fillmore, 54, passed away suddenly Oct. 5, 2018. Patty was born Dec. 2, 1963, to Nigel Carl and Cynthia "Sandy" Crowley Krickhahn. Patty had a fondness for animals and the simpler things in life, such as camp fires, dirt roads, four-wheeling, hunting and fishing.

Patty will be greatly missed by her survivors: her...

Sep 10, 2018

Donna Marie Terry, 47, of Hartford passed away suddenly Monday, Sept. 10, 2018, at home.

Donna was born Dec. 21, 1970, in Kalamazoo, the daughter of Bill and Martha (Easy) Warner, both of whom preceded her in passing.

Donna loved her family, especially spending special time with her grandchildren.

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Sep 4, 2018

Robert Sammy Boyer, 54, of Portage, Mich., passed away suddenly Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2018, at home.

Robert was born Aug. 28, 1964, in Florida, the son of Sam and Margie (Pugh) Boyer, both of whom preceded him in passing. Also preceding him in passing were two brothers, David Eugene Johnson and Jeffrey Johnson.

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Sep 1, 2018

Rodney L. Lynch Jr. was born July 9, 1937, he was the only child born to Rodney and Mildred (Smith) Lynch. Rodney passed away at home on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018.

On Aug. 12, 1961, Rodney married the former Ellen Jonatzke; Ellen passed away on Dec. 17, 2006. He was also preceded in passing by...

Aug 28, 2018

J. Marcos Reyna was born June 18, 1933, in Matehuala, San Luis Potosí, Mexico, the son of Nasario and Catalina (Gallegos) Reyna. “Marcos” as he was known, passed away on Aug. 28, 2018, at Bronson Methodist Hospital, Kalamazoo.

Marcos married the former Daria Solis and she survives, along with eight children: Teresa Castillo, Olegaria Ganus,...

Aug 24, 2018

Stephen Gregory Shafer, 80, of Hartford, died at home on Friday, Aug. 24, 2018. Steve was born Dec. 5, 1937, in Coloma Township, Berrien County, Mich. He was the seventh child of Dell Ernest and Ruth Leota (Kellogg) Shafer of Hartford.

Steve graduated from Hartford High School in 1956. He enlisted in the Marine Corps...

Aug 20, 2018

Tina was born Sept. 23, 1924, in Chicago, the daughter of Luigi and Josephine (Schifona) Dolce.

Tina passed away at the age of 93 on Monday Aug. 20, 2018, at Maple Lake Assisted Living in Paw Paw, formerly of Lawrence, Addison, Ill. and Chicago.

Tina married the late Robert P. Brausch...

Aug 17, 2018

Dwayne Dean Goodrich Jr., 55, of Lawrence passed away suddenly Friday, Aug. 17, 2018, at Tennova Healthcare of Shelbyville in Shelbyville, Tenn.

Dwayne was born June 1, 1963, in Paw Paw, the son of Dwayne Goodrich Sr. and Mary Matheny. Dwayne worked at Ralph Moyle, Inc. and loved working for his uncle at Clark's Auto...

Jul 26, 2018

Ernest Allen Daisy was born on Dec. 31, 1947 in Watervliet, Mich., the son of Howard and Agatha (Williams) Daisy. Ernest passed away at the age of 70 on July 25, 2018 at his home in Hartford.

Ernie, as he was known by most, owned Daisy Masonry. In his spare time he was an outdoors...

Jul 22, 2018

Karrie Melvin was born Sept. 21, 1973, in Okinawa, Japan, the daughter of Douglas and Brenda (McFarlin) Melvin. Karrie passed away on Sunday, July 22, 2018, at her home in Grand Rapids.

Karrie was a graduate of Hartford High School and went on to earn a bachelor's degree from Ferris State University. She was formerly...

Jul 5, 2018

Douglas Eugene Davis was born March 26, 1958, in St. Joseph. He was one of four children born to Melvin and Beverly (Sorenson) Davis. “Doug,” as he was known to everyone, passed away at his home in Covert Township on Thursday, July 5, 2018.

Doug was an entertainer by trade and owned Five Star Entertainment....

Jul 4, 2018

Leticia (Romero) Aranda was born March 13, 1954 in Edinburg, Texas, the daughter of Manuel and Oralia (Garza) Romero.

Leticia passed away at the age of 64 on Wednesday, July 4, 2018, at home.

Leticia retired as the center director at the Decatur Head Start. She was a huge fan of...

Jun 27, 2018

Wayne Edward Rose was born Jan. 26, 1925, in the family home in Hartford. He was the son of Don and Delta (Rassette) Rose. Wayne passed away peacefully at Rose Arbor Hospice Residence on Wednesday, June 27, 2018, with his two daughters by his side.

On June 21, 1947, Wayne was united in marriage to...

Jun 16, 2018

Sondra Lee Councell was born June 14, 1939, in Kalamazoo, the daughter of Richard and Juanita (Hassen) Beznoska. Sondra passed away at the age of 79 at her home in Keeler Township on Saturday, June 16, 2018.

On Aug. 6, 1960, Sondra was united in marriage to Kenneth Councell. Sondra was formerly employed at Gilmore...

May 30, 2018

Louis Drake Williams, 89, of Hartford, passed away Wednesday, May 30, 2018, at home.

Louis was born March 12, 1929, in Hartford, the son of Frank and Lucille (Drake) Williams, both of whom precede him in passing. Also preceding him in passing are two brothers: Burton Williams, and James Williams.

Louis...

May 25, 2018

Helen Leila (Carpp) Russell was born June 28, 1929, and passed away Friday, May 25, 2018, at Hampshire, in Merced, CA.

Helen grew up in Hartford and graduated from Hartford High School. She moved to California and lived in the Central Valley for 40 years. She was married to Forrest M. Russell for 60 years,...

May 12, 2018

Gene Lawrence Avery was born July 18, 1925, in Dowagiac; he was one of four children born to Bert and Lela (Van Auken) Avery. Gene peacefully went to be with his Lord, on Saturday, May 12, 2018, at Maple Lake Assisted Living in Paw Paw.

The family will welcome friends from 2-4 p.m. Sunday, May...

May 8, 2018

Lucille Esther (Scott) Brunais was born Feb. 21, 1924, in Speer, Colo., the daughter of William and Mary (Priest) Scott. Lucille passed away at the age of 94, from this life on earth to eternity in heaven on Tuesday, May 8, 2018, at her home in Hartford.

Lucille was united in marriage to Frank Brunais...

May 2, 2018

Adam Lee Hess was born May 27, 1994, in South Haven, the son of Paul Hess Jr., and Dana Daniel.

Adam passed away at the age of 23 on Wednesday, May 2, 2018, at Lakeland Hospital, Watervliet as the result of an automobile accident.

Adam is survived by his parents; his...