Obituaries

Mar 8, 2015

Oralia Mireles was born Sept. 5, 1941, in San Antonio, the daughter of Pedro and Isabel (De La Rosa) Cuellar. Oralia passed away peacefully at her home in Hartford on Sunday, March 8, 2015. In addition to her parents, Oralia was preceded in death by her husband, Geronimo Mireles Jr., a daughter, Yolanda Mireles; and a grandson, Geronimo Contreras....

Feb 24, 2015

Cindy Rosales, 40 of Bangor, was taken up from her family here on Earth unexpectedly Tuesday, Feb. 24, 2015.

Cindy was born to Esperanza G. Rosales on Aug. 22, 1974, one of eight beloved children. She graduated from Hartford High School in 1993, where she was a member of the National Honor Society. While in...

Feb 14, 2015

Robert E. Boley, 76, died Saturday, February 14, 2015 at his home in Bangor.

In his early years, Bob graduated from Paw Paw High School in 1956. After graduating, he was married and started a family. In 1973, he began farming, which he loved. He enjoyed watching baseball and NASCAR. He was also an avid...

Feb 14, 2015

Ralph George Ruder Sr., 90, previously of Lawrence, went to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Feb. 11, 2015. He was born and raised in Chicago. While serving in the U.S. Army Air Force, he married Virginia Buchholz. Ralph and Virginia spent their early years in Chicago and Roselle, Ill. In 1956 they moved to their...

Feb 10, 2015

Sandra Gay Smith Wilcoxson passed away Feb. 10, 2015, at Lakeland Medical Center in St. Joseph. She is survived by her daughter, Crystal Smith-Mwewe, and son-in-law, Muasa Mwewe; grandchildren: Ronda and Ryanne Wagner, Karon and Kaleb Smith-Mwewe of Benton Harbor; her mother, Betty Joe Smith of Coloma; sisters: Joann Gingrich, Shirley Buckley and Nancy Bailey, all of Coloma, and...

Feb 9, 2015

Maria Eugenia Samano, 38, of Benton Harbor passed away suddenly Monday, Feb. 9, 2015, at Lakeland Medical Center in St. Joseph.

Maria was born Sept. 16, 1976, in Huetamo, Michoacán, Mexico, the daughter of Mariano and Marina (Torres) Miranda.

Maria is survived by her husband, Martin Samano-Padilla; two sons, Victor Rodriguez...

Feb 6, 2015

Debra Marie Smith, 52, of Coloma passed away Friday, Feb. 6, 2015, at Borgess Medical Center in Kalamazoo after being taken off life support.

Debra was born Dec. 8, 1962, in Watervliet to John and Betty (Vaughn) Smith. She grew up in Coloma, went by "Crunch" and loved going to the "fun factory" in her...

Jan 24, 2015

Arthur Van Fulpen Jr., passed away on Saturday, January 24, 2015 at his home in Portage. Arthur was born on Sept. 9, 1931 in Kalamazoo. He married the former Barbara Bradeen, who survives, along with their children and families. Arthur was employed at Allied Paper Corporation for over 40 years.

As to his wishes, Cremation...

Jan 17, 2015

Van Dillard Bess, 84, of Hartford, passed away Saturday, Jan. 17, 2015 at his home, surrounded by his family.

Van was born April 2, 1930 in Kennett, Mo., the son of Roscoe and Edith (Baker) Bess. After graduating from high school, he met the love of his life, Thelma Cooper, in a cotton field and...

Jan 14, 2015

Charles Lyle White Jr., 64, of Lawrence passed away Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2015, in Arlington Township.

Charles was born June 19, 1950, in Kalamazoo, the son of Charles Sr. and Patricia (Teachout) White, both of whom preceded him in passing. He was also preceded in passing by a brother, David White.

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Jan 4, 2015

Mia Nicole Garcia, 6-month-old daughter of Maguin and Gladi Garcia, was called home to be with her God in Heaven on Sunday, Jan. 4, 2015. Mia was born June 10, 2014, in Kalamazoo.

Mia is survived by her parents; two sisters, Giselle and Shakira Garcia; grandparents: Gerardo Garcia, Maria E. Aguirre, Maguin Garcia and Adelaida...

Dec 30, 2014

Dale E. Brinsfield, 70 of Hartford, was born on Oct. 31, 1944, to Roy and Marion Brinsfield. He passed away Tuesday, Dec. 30, 2014, at Lakeland Regional Medical Center, St. Joseph.

His parents precede him in death. Also preceding him are brothers: Kenny and Bobby Brinsfield and sisters: Mary Alice and O'Nieta Brinsfield.

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Dec 19, 2014

Rachel Lynn (Snodgrass) Arnt, 32, of Eau Claire went to be with the Lord on Friday, Dec. 19, 2014.

Rachel was born July 12, 1982, in St. Joseph, the daughter of Larry and Deborah Snodgrass.

On July 25, 2009, Rachel and Christopher Arnt were united in marriage. He survives along with...

Dec 14, 2014

Irmgard Reed, 85, of Lawrence was called home Dec. 14, 2014, after a short illness at home.

Irmgard was born Nov. 20, 1929, in Zell am See, Austria, the daughter of Joseph Ubell and Ella Moeckel Ubell. Irmgard was preceded in passing by her husband, James Ransom Reed; recently by her daughter, Sandra J. Dimas;...

Dec 13, 2014

Victor-Hugo Jimenez, 29, of Hartford passed away suddenly Saturday, Dec. 13, 2014, at home.

Victor-Hugo was born March 22, 1985, in Mexico City. He was currently employed at Premier Tool and Die Cast of Dowagiac. In his spare time, he enjoyed the outdoors, fishing, sports and traveling, but most important, spending quality time with his...

Dec 10, 2014

Marian V. Wesaw, 81, of Coloma passed away peacefully in the presence of her family Dec. 10, 2014, at Lakeland Regional Medical Center in St. Joseph.

Marian was a proud elder and tribal citizen of the Nottawaseppi Huron Band of Potawatomi Indians. She is survived by seven children and one stepdaughter: Janet (John) Thomas, Millburg;...

Dec 6, 2014

Nola Louise Wilcoxson, 91, of Niles, formerly of Hartford, passed away peacefully in her home Saturday, Dec. 6, 2014, with her family at her side.

Louise, as she was known by friends and family, is survived by her daughter, Bonita Markillie of Niles; granddaughter, Juliana (Dale) Ekema of Elkhart, Ind.; grandson, Craig Markillie of Savannah,...

Dec 2, 2014

James Watson Lewis, 85, of Benton Harbor passed away Tuesday, Dec. 2, 2014, at Orchard Grove Extended Care, Benton Harbor.

James was born Feb. 9, 1929, in Bradley, the son of John and Elizabeth (Pamp) Lewis, both of whom preceded him in passing. Also preceding him in passing were his wife, Mary (Alexis) Lewis; a...

Nov 30, 2014

Glen Robinson, of Hartford passed away Nov. 30, 2014, at the age of 85.

Glen was born May 24, 1929, in Hartford. He proudly served his country during the Korean War. He was formerly a police officer with the City of Hartford for seven years, retired from Auto Specialties as a security guard after 18...

Nov 25, 2014

Melinda Gail Bloomer, 28 of Keeler Township, passed away Tuesday, Nov. 25, 2014, at home.

Melinda was born May 21, 1986 in Dowagiac, the daughter of Carl and Linda (Brown) Bloomer.

Melinda is survived by her parents, Carl and Linda of Hartford; a brother, Carl, Jr. (Tonie) Bloomer of Sister Lakes;...