Obituaries

Feb 26, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Alvin George Ammon, a devoted husband, loving father, proud grandfather and skilled master electrician. Alvin passed away surrounded by the love of his family, leaving behind a legacy of hard work, kindness and unwavering dedication to those he cherished.

Born on Nov. 5, 1954, in Benton Harbor, Alvin was...

Feb 22, 2025

Angel D. Morseau, 46, of Baraga, Mich., passed away on Saturday, Feb. 22, 2025, at Baraga County Memorial Hospital.

Angel was born Feb. 17, 1979, in Okeechobee, Fla., to Cleora Morseau and the late Orville Goss. At the age of 4, Angel settled in Baraga, with her family, where she resided for the rest of her life....

Feb 17, 2025

Marla Dee (Sheick) Thurman, 74, of Hartford passed away on Saturday, Feb. 22, 2025, at her home.

Marla was born on April 12, 1950, in Mt. Morris, Mich., the daughter of Marvin and Lucille (Richards) Sheick. She was united in marriage with Glenn Thurman on Dec. 26, 1968. Marla grew up in Mt. Morris and attended Mt....

Feb 2, 2025

Eleanor Helen Rhodes of Portage was born July 30, 1933, in Coloma, the daughter of Adolph and Pauline (Oxner) Zass. Eleanor passed away peacefully at the age of 91, on Sunday, Feb. 2, 2025, at the Villa at Borgess Place in Kalamazoo, Mich.

Eleanor spent much of her career in the meatpacking industry in California before returning...

Jan 31, 2025

Gloria Rayne Ryan, 71, of Hartford passed away in the presence of her family on Friday, Jan. 31, 2025, after battling dementia.

Gloria was born Aug. 22, 1953, in Niles to Raymond and Eva Marie Brown. She attended Niles Public Schools.

Gloria met Larry at his aunt’s farm and they were married on August 17,...

Jan 26, 2025

Luis Aranda, 70, of Hartford was born May 20, 1954 in Weslaco, Texas, the son of Victor and Maria (DeLaCruz) Aranda, both of whom preceded him in passing. Also preceding him in passing were two brothers: Pedro and Romaldo.

Luis passed away on Sunday, Jan. 26, 2025, at his home surrounded by his loving family.

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Jan 25, 2025

Dwight Eugene Peters, age of 100, passed away peacefully at CareTel Inn, St. Joseph, on Jan. 25, 2025.

He was born April 5, 1924, to Henry and Matilda (Schieber) Peters in Keeler Township, Mich. He lived and worked as a farmer his entire life on the 150-year-old family farm raising fruits, vegetables and grain. Dwight married Althea...

Jan 25, 2025

Lorraine Kathryn Hillman, 62, of Hartford passed away Saturday, Jan. 25, 2025, at her home.

Lori, as she was known by all who knew her, was born Oct. 19, 1962, in Chicago, Ill., the daughter of Robert and Myrtle (Duncan) Pingel, both of whom precede her in passing.

In her personal life, she loved collecting...

Jan 25, 2025

Ralph Roland Black was born Dec. 17, 1936, in Benton Harbor, the son of Ralph and Grace (Brant) Black.

Ralph passed away at his home in Hartford on Saturday, Jan. 25, 2025, at the age of 88.

On March 4, 1957, Ralph was united in marriage with Virginia Clauser. Ginny, as she was known, passed...

Jan 18, 2025

Kenneth Andrew Anderson, a beloved father, grandfather and great-grandfather, passed away on Saturday, Jan. 18, 2025, at 3:23 a.m. in Bradenton, Fla., at the age of 73. He was a warrior in every sense of the word—both on and off the battlefield. A proud veteran, he served his country with honor during the Vietnam war as a member of...

Jan 14, 2025

Lynne Susan Rybarski, 68, of Decatur passed away Tuesday, Jan. 14, 2025, at Bronson Methodist Hospital, Kalamazoo.

Lynne was born Oct. 27, 1956, in Paw Paw, the daughter of Eugene and Mary (Spicher) Brigham. She graduated from Decatur High School, class of 1974. She was formerly employed, for 15 years, at the former EPC, in Mattawan. In...

Jan 13, 2025

Marybeth Price was born Jan. 9, 1940, in Benton Harbor, the daughter of Rex and Pauline (Munjoy) Phillips. Marybeth passed away at the age of 85, on Jan. 13, 2025, at Caretel Inns, St. Joseph.

The family will welcome friends from 1-3 p.m. on Sunday, Jan. 19, at the Calvin Funeral Home in Hartford, where a memorial...

Jan 4, 2025

Carri Jean Fuller, 60, of Lawrence passed away suddenly on Saturday, Jan. 4, 2025, at Corewell Health South in St. Joseph.

Carri was born Aug. 3, 1964, in Paw Paw, the daughter of Jack and Betty (Lakes) Fuller, both of whom precede her in passing.

Carri was a loving companion, daughter, mother, sister and grandmother...

Dec 30, 2024

Edwin Todd Gustafson, 87, passed away Monday, Dec. 30, 2024, at his home, surrounded by his loving family. Ed was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, teacher, coach and friend.

Ed was born on March 11, 1937, at his home in Eau Claire, the son of Edwin and Margaret (O’Brien) Gustafson. He graduated from Eau Claire High School...

Dec 26, 2024

Dorothy Norma Fernham, 95, passed peacefully in her sleep early Dec. 26, 2024, at the Timbers of Cass County, Dowagiac, after a brief stay.

Dorothy was born Jan. 4, 1929, at her folks' farm south of Watervliet, the fifth of six children born to Emil and Olga (Schroeder) Kraklau. Being raised on a farm during the Depression,...

Dec 22, 2024

Marian Margaret Matheny, 78, of Lawrence passed away Sunday, Dec. 22, 2024, at home surrounded by her family.

Marian was born March 12, 1946, in Rushville, Ind., the daughter of Clayton and Elberta (Stoner) Curtis.

On May 2, 1964, Marian was united in marriage with Clark Matheny, and he survives, along with their three sons:...

Dec 19, 2024

Daundra Jo Baker, 87, of Coloma passed away Thursday, Dec. 19, 2024, at the home of her granddaughter, Sara and Eric in Buchanan, where she was under their care.

Daundra was born Aug. 31, 1937, in Niles, the daughter of Donald and Dawn (Hatfield) Holcomb. She married the late Walter “Bud” L. Baker in their home in...

Dec 16, 2024

Daun Jeanette Pitcher, 93, of Hartford passed away peacefully on Monday, Dec. 16, 2024, at Royalton Manor, St. Joseph. She is now with the love of her life, Jerome "Bud" Pitcher who preceded her in passing.

Daun was born in Hartford, the daughter of Harold and Beatrice Walker, both who preceded her in passing, along with three...

Dec 11, 2024

Thomas Russell Rhinehart was born Sept. 29, 1948, in Paw Paw, to Jack and Betty (Chappell) Rhinehart. Thomas passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, Dec. 10, 2024, at home in Lawrence at age 76.

Tommy, as he was known, enlisted in the military after high school, serving his country proudly in the U.S. Army. He could be found...

Dec 2, 2024

Linda Marie Summerhill, 73, of Hartford passed away Monday, Dec. 2, 2024, at her home.

Linda was born Sept. 6, 1951, in Pine Bluff, Ark., the daughter of Marcus Jr. and Mildred (Moore) Gregory, both of whom preceded her in passing. Also preceding her in passing is a sister, Sarah.

Linda worked for AAA, as...