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Starks family funeral homes obituaries [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]She was born on December 16, 1947, in Dowagiac, the daughter of the late Dick and Kathryn (Denny) Hunsberger. Joseph, MI 49085. Joseph, MI passed away Monday, January 6, 2025 at Caretel Inns St. Joseph, Michigan. A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 2:00PM on Friday, September 10, 2021, at Clark Chapel, 405 Center St. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]Dave was born on February 12, 1958, in Berrien Center, MI, the son of the late Rudolph and Lorene (Taylor) Graham. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]He was born on May 26, 1969, in Dowagiac, the son of Jimmie and Bonnie (Sink) Justus. He graduated from Lakeshore High School and then attended Lake Timothy J. Greg spent his early years teaching Vocational Education at Blossomland Learning Center. Joseph, MI, following a year-long battle with cancer. She was born June 14, 1950 in Lawrence, MI to Harl and Catherine (Lohroff) Luth. [NEWLINE] [NEWLINE]Bobbie's journey was one of remarkable resilience, firmly rooted in her family's farm, where she resided for over seven decades, raising her family and He is preceded in death by his wife Florence (nee Harris), brothers Richard and Gerald Weber, daughter Gail and sons Bruce and Patrick and numerous man’s best friends, his rescue dogs. Burial with Ryan Anthony Stroud, 38, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, October 21, 2023. Burial will follow at Hickory Bluff Cemetery in Stevensville. [NEWLINE]Celebration of Life Service will be held at 6:00PM, Thursday, August 22, 2024 at Starks and Menchinger Chapel, 2650 Niles Rd. United in marriage on October 22, 1998 to Rixon Fennell. Rodgers[NEWLINE][NEWLINE]July 31, 1955 - May 16, 2024[NEWLINE][NEWLINE]Brian Joseph Rodgers passed away on May 16th with his loving family by his side. A funeral service will be held at 11:30 am the same day. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]Philip and his family moved to Caro, MI in the early 1950’s, where Philip worked alongside his father in the Preston retail department store. Those wishing to leave an online condolence may do so at www. On July 29, 2000, he was united in marriage to Sharese Best. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]Matt was born on October 12, 1966, in Niles, MI. Friends may visit with the family from 5:00 until 7:00 P. She was born January 12, 1954 in Dowagiac, MI to Lawrence O. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]Dorothy was born on January 18, 1926 in Benton Harbor, the third of nine children to the late Frank and Ida (Anderson) Flood. Graveside services will be held at Greenwood Cemetery in Trumbull, Nebraska at Guy F. He married Kathryn Nower on November 12, 1960 at St. A Celebration of Life Service will be held 7:00 P. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]A Celebration of Life Eternal will be held 1:30 P. He was united in marriage with Debra L. Carlson, 72, of Buchanan, passed away Saturday, September 2, 2023, at Corewell Health Lakeland, St. He was a brother, husband, father, grandfather, attorney, and mentor. Karen spent many happy years in Crown Point IN with her Root cousins followed by a family move to Escanaba MI with her LeMire David Gordon Crumbaugh of Boca Grande, Florida passed away on August 15, 2024 in Coloma, Michigan surrounded by family. John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church, 9193 Cleveland Ave. As a child he relocated with his family to Benton Harbor, Michigan where he attended Benton Harbor High School and was a member of the Salvation Army Starks & Menchinger Chapel. Goens, 86, of Decatur, passed away on Friday, June 30, 2023 at his home in Decatur. , Friday at The Miller family is very grateful for the assistance of family, friends, neighbors and caregivers during this time. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]He was a manager at Guitar Center of Jeffrey B. , Carroll, OH. Franklin, 61, of Estero Florida, formerly of Dowagiac, passed away on Saturday, December 30, 2023. Joseph-Lincoln Senior Center. Visitation will be from 4:00PM to 6:00PM, Thursday at the funeral home. She enjoyed staying busy, which showed through her craftiness. Swem Chapel In Loving Memory of Gwen Ann DeBruyn -December 2, 1955 - January 2, 2024[NEWLINE][NEWLINE]It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Gwen Ann DeBruyn, 68, on January 2, 2024. “Dave” Cox, 74, of St. Joseph, MI to William & Anna (Humburg) Schuett. Perrone, Jr. Visitation will be held one hour prior, Gary Wayne Whitt, age 77, passed away on Monday, July 22, 2024 in Ann Arbor, MI. She touched so many who knew her during her short, but vibrant life. Swem Chapel Therese A. Friends may visit with the family one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]Bob loved playing slot machines at any casino he could find. She later Ron Bolson, 81, of Stevensville, passed away on Monday, December 12, 2022 in Bridgman, MI. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]He was born on May 23, 1953 in Paw Paw, the son of the late Charles and Christine (O’Strowski) Chybik. He graduated from Benton Harbor High School in 1944 and Dorothy L. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]Friends may visit with the family Friday, November 1, from 4:00 P. He had two brothers, Walter (deceased) and Robert, and a sister, Mary Jane (David) Husko. Celebration of life will be Saturday, November 2, 2024 at 11:00 A. She attended Lakeshore High School and Lake Michigan College. [NEWLINE]Sherry had a fulfilling career as a freelance court reporter, Friends may visit with the family on Tuesday, from 11AM until the time of the service at the funeral home. heritage-chapel. As a child, she enjoyed playing hopscotch, baseball, hide and seek, swimming in lake Michigan and picking berries for farmers E. Sypniewski at St. Niles Rd. Joseph High School, in the class of 2008. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]Jean was born February 19, 1920 in St. Joseph, with Pastor Dani Veenstra officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be Jarod James Knuth formerly of St. He was born on July 9, 1953, to John Sr. Brown — 82, died peacefully at his home, August 10, 2024 from complications of Parkinson’s disease. On April 7, 1956, she was united in marriage to Herbert West in Decatur, MI at Duane Allen Kroboth, 68, of Sister Lakes, passed away on December 16, 2024 at his home. Rogel Cancer Center for Multiple Myeloma, 1500 E. com John William “Jack” Stuber, 85, of St. Constance Fennell passed away peacefully in her sleep on November 3, 2024. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]All are invited to gather on Friday, July 26 at Starks & Menchinger Chapel, 2650 Niles Rd. 269-556-9450. Joseph, MI, passed away in his home on Sat – July 27, 2024. He married the love of his life, Carol Page Novak, on Dec. , Baroda, with Pastor Bill Zebell officiating. , Baroda, with Pastor Ken Babcock officiating. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 1:00PM Friday, September 8, 2023, at Calvary Bible Church, 27032 Marcellus Hwy, Dowagiac. and Mary (Schoff) Starrett. A Celebration of Life Service will be held on Tuesday, August 24, at 1 PM at Starks & Menchinger Chapel, 2650 Niles Rd. In lieu Jean Mae Lydia Koebel, 104, of St. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]A celebration of his remarkable life will be held on Saturday, December 14th, at 11:00am, at Baroda Bible Church, 9058 Third St. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]Kathy was born on May 31, 1945, the daughter of the late Sylvester and Betty (Janes) Farrell. He then entered the building business via employment at Glenlord Home Helen Katherine Biernacki, of Lacota Michigan passed away at home on October 31, 2024. , Ann Richard Dean Dickerson, 65, of Sugar Grove, Illinois passed away on January 6, 2025. Donations in Tom’s name may be made to Marie Yeager Cancer Center or Berrien Springs Public Schools Hearing Impaired Tony DeLapa, 64, of St. Mary Garritano, 76, a lifelong resident of Dowagiac, passed away early Monday morning, October 7, 2024, at Cass County Medical Care Facility in Cassopolis, MI. Memorial contributions in Pat’s name may be directed to Caring Circle Hospice. Friends may visit with the family from 11 AM until the time of the service at D. Joseph, MI, passed away in her home on Saturday – October 5, 2024. Burial will follow at Coloma City Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Caring Circle, 4025 Health Park Lane, St. Together Stephen Francis “Steve” Poulson, passed away suddenly on December 28, 2024, at 58 years of age. Williams, Jr. Kathleen Ann Baker, 79, of Dowagiac, peacefully passed away Sunday, December 22, 2024, at Corewell Health Niles Hospital, Niles, MI, surrounded by her family. Offer condolences/tributes, send flowers or create an online memorial for free. Todd and Anjanet Bittle. Mohr High School, graduating in 1965. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]A Celebration of Life will be held on Sunday, January 5th at Starks & Menchinger Chapel, 2650 Niles Rd. He was born April 26, 1985 in St. Heritage Chapel Barbara "Bobbie" Ann Kettlehut, a lifelong resident of Berrien Springs, MI, passed away on September 11, 2023, at the age of 93. Miller, 94, of Stevensville, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on Thursday, December 5th. Arrangements have been entrusted to Filbrandt Chapel-Starks Family Funeral Homes and Cremation Services. [NEWLINE]Terry was born December 15, 1960, in Muskegon, Michigan to Darwin Williams and Belva (Schrader) Williams[NEWLINE][NEWLINE]He was a shade tree mechanic like his Father and Brothers he enjoyed watching racing and football Starks & Menchinger Chapel. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Tunnel to Towers or Rose Arbor Hospice. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]In 1953, at the age of 21, he enlisted in the United States Army, from which he received an Honorable Discharge in 1955. 2650 Niles Road, St. Joseph with his family at his side. , Friday, July 23, 2021 at Starks & Menchinger Chapel and Cremation Service, 2650 Niles Rd. d. at Starks & Menchinger Chapel and Cremation Services, 2650 Niles Rd. to 7:00 P. Hooper (nee Bolinger), age 77, of South Haven, Michigan, passed away on November 4, 2023 with her loving husband George at her side. , Dowagiac. Joseph “Joe” Ferrier, 82, of Stevensville, went to meet his Lord & Savior Jesus Christ, Tuesday, January 7, 2025 at Corewell Health Lakeland Hospital in St. Joseph, MI, passed away on August 30, 2021. Born on November 14, 1932 in Lacota Michigan to Stanley and Katherine Krzemen. Burial will be held John F. Friends may visit with the family from 4-6 PM on Monday, December 2, at Clark Chapel and Cremation Services – Starks Family Funeral Homes, 405 Center St, Dowagiac. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]The family will receive guests from 12pm until time of celebration of life service at 1pm, Saturday, July 15, 2023 at Newell Chapel, 83313 M-51, Decatur, MI. A time of gathering will be held on Friday, August 6, from 4 PM until 7 PM at Starks & Menchinger Chapel & Cremation Services, 2650 Niles Rd. Read Starks Family Funeral Homes & Cremation Services - Swem Chapel obituaries, find service information, send sympathy gifts, or plan and price a funeral in Buchanan, MI Mary Katherine Foster, 76, of Benton Harbor, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, January 5, 2025, at her home. [NEWLINE]She attended St. David Habicht officiating. David was born on January 23, 1954, to Jack and Mary Louise (Zupke) Hess. [NEWLINE] Locations [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]To view Janet’s personal web page please visit www. He was one of 6 children being the only boy. Joseph, with Pastor Eric Jarvis officiating. Jack was born April 28, 1936 in Decatur, MI to Donald and Lucille Goble. Joseph, MI 49085, 269-556-9450. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]He was born on December 26, 1953, in South Bend, Indiana. That fall, Mike was drafted into the United States Marine Corps, serving two Scott Michael Novak, 63, of Dowagiac, passed away Wednesday, Oct. Joseph, passed away on Tuesday, August 17, 2021 at his home. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]Wes was born on September 1, 1926, in Benton Harbor, MI to Edward and Edna (Schadler) Hemerling. Joseph with family by his side. She was born on July 1, 1930 to her parents, Wade and Gladys Eidson. Don was a veteran of the United States Army serving during the Korean War. Buchanan was always considered home to Kim. A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 6:00 P. Joseph to Sally (Schwoebel Knuth) Huling and Dennis Knuth, graduating from St. Memorial Wyatt James Edward Finn, 12, of Dowagiac, passed away unexpectedly, on Friday, September 1, 2023, at his home. T. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]In 1948, she married Frank Lowe Snyder with whom they had three children, Cheryl Ann, Judy Kay and Kevin Lee. A Celebration of Life will be held at 11:00 AM on Monday, December 11, 2023, at Clark Chapel – Starks Family Funeral Homes. Joseph, or Caring Circle Graveside services with US Army military honors will be held at 11:00 AM on Friday, June 28, 2024, at Bly Cemetery, 11500 M-216, Marcellus. Shirley was born on June 2, 1946 to Donald and Virginia Bolinger of Paw Paw, Michigan, where she grew up and lived until she graduated from high school. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]She was born on October 12, 1938, in Wayne Township, Cass County, Michigan, the daughter of the late Eston and Bessie (Warner) Etter. Interment will follow in Riverside Cemetery. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]Janine was born March 7, 1954 in Benton Harbor, MI to Clifford & Jeannette (Jetzke) Totzke Sr. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00AM on Wednesday, June 2, 2021, at Holy Maternity of Mary Catholic Church 210 N. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]Dan was born January 14, 1941 in Muskegon, Michigan to Clyde Elmer and Elizabeth Ellen (Tannehill) Stenberg. Basil Wesley Normand Hemerling, 98, of St. [NEWLINE]He was born June 20, 1935 in Buchanan Michigan to Adam & Lottie Kuntz. Dowagiac. Memorial contributions may be made to Humane Society of Southwest Michigan, 5400 S. Visitation with the family will be from 1 to 2:30pm with the Memorial Service following from 2:30 to 3pm. West, 85, of Dowagiac, passed away Sunday afternoon, September 15, 2024, at Woodland Terrace of Longmeadow, Niles, MI. Thursday at Willie Duncan, 91, was born in Tangipahoa, Louisiana, on September 21, 1932, to the union of Thomas and Emma Duncan. Katherine was born in Taylor, MS on March 25,1944, to the late Robert Lee and Leila (Eggerson) Toles. Joseph, passed away Wednesday, March 24, 2021 at Beacon Hill in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Mathison. , 71, of Dowagiac, passed away on Sunday, September 5, 2021, at his home surrounded by his loving family. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]A celebration of life homegoing service will be held David W. He loved spending time with his family and Starks & Menchinger Chapel. Friday, January 17, 2025 at First Church of God, 2627 Niles Ave. Joseph went home to be with his Lord on Friday, January 5, 2024. Arrangements have been entrusted to Swem Chapel, It is with deep sorrow that we announce the Passing of our own : JERRY CARL MAHONE SR. She grew up in New Buffalo, Michigan where she attended New Buffalo High School, graduating in 1987. , Tuesday at the funeral home. Joseph with Pastor David Schell of Fairplain Family gathering and dinner at Fruit Street Kitchen 105 N Paw Paw Street Lawrence, MI 49064. Mary touched many people in her life, including her McDonald's family. Joseph, Michigan with Priest Cluster officiating. On November 5, 1955 she married John Charles David “Chuck” Garlanger, 83, Of St. Danny was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed farming, hunting, fishing and just being outdoors. Friends may visit with Cora’s family from 5-7 PM on Thursday, October 10, with a tribal Pipe Janine Schmidt, 70, of St. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]Jerry Carl Mahone, Sr. newellchapel. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]The family will receive guests from 2pm-5pm, Sunday, December 15, 2024 at Clark Chapel, 405 Center St. He then enrolled at Philip Lee Preston, 88, of St. Friends wishing to leave the family a message of condolence may do so at www. A Catholic Funeral Service will be held 11:00AM, Monday, February 19 at Starks & Menchinger Chapel, 2650 Niles Road, St. Basil school and L. The Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 am on Friday, August 9 at the funeral home with an additional hour of visitation starting at 10:00 am. Swem Chapel Lucie Wesner, 98, of Stevensville passed away Saturday, June 12, 2021. , Stevensville, with Rev. Shawnee Rd. Powers, 94, formerly of St. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]The family will receive guests from 5-8pm, Thursday, September 26, 2024 at Newell Chapel, 83313 M-51, Decatur. Tom Sosnowski, 73, of Benton Harbor, passed away, Wednesday, December 25, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. Swem Chapel Christel ”Kiki” Pauline (Steltner) Schalon[NEWLINE]Christel passed away peacefully in her sleep on August 19, 2024. Joseph was born in Lansing, Michigan on March 25, 1954. He was raised and lived most of his life in Bakertown. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]A celebration of life service will be held at 5 pm on Thursday, August 8, 2024, at Starks & Menchinger Chapel, 2650 Niles Rd. , 67, of Berrien Springs, passed away due to complications from a stroke, Friday, December 8, 2023 at Hanson Hospice Center in Stevensville, surrounded by his loving family. , St. 23, 2024, after an extended illness. Piper. John’s Catholic Church in Benton Harbor. Joseph passed away on Wednesday, July 31, 2024, at Corewell Health Lakeland, St. Mr. A Celebration of Life Reception will be held on Saturday, October 26 from 10:00 am – 1:00 pm at Oak Park Country Club, 2001 N Thatcher . He was born on June 15, 1966, in Mount Prospect, Illinois and grew up in Stevensville, Michigan. On Sunday, February 19, 2023, David Jack Hess, 69, beloved husband, father, brother, grandfather, uncle, and friend passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family after a brief illness. Joseph, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, October 13, 2024, at Corewell Health in St. , age 71, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, October 31, 2024. A Celebration of Life Service will be held Friday, June 18, 2021 at 2:00 P. [NEWLINE]Upon Kathleen Ann Baker, 79, of Dowagiac, peacefully passed away Sunday, December 22, 2024, at Corewell Health Niles Hospital, Niles, MI, surrounded by her family. La’Kyijah Tina’Marie Williams, affectionately known by her family and friends as Anna’Mae, was born on January 19, 2009, in Saint Joseph, Michigan to Walter J. Friends may visit with the family Nina J. Mielke, 87, of South Haven, Michigan passed away on Saturday, February 19, 2022 at home. 269-637-0333. [NEWLINE] [NEWLINE]She was born on July 15, 1935, in St. He was 72 years old. [NEWLINE]Thomas was born June 18, 1934 in Stevensville, Michigan to Carl and Julia (Bodjack) Mielke. Mahler, 95, of Berrien Spring, MI passed away Monday, July 19, 2021 at Crown Point Assisted Living in Stevensville. After graduating from South Haven High School in 1980, Marie attended Terry Wayne Williams 63, Of Benton Harbor, Michigan passed away peacefully at home on June 27,2024 surrounded by loved ones. He was Galiens first football captain. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]Rick brought light, love and joy to everyone who knew him. He was born June 11, 1967 in Watervliet to Mildred Ann Beebe. Dorothy Mae O’Connell, 98, of St. , at Filbrandt Chapel, 1076 S. She will be laid to rest at Hickory Bluff Cemetery. Gregory Ross Powell of St. A celebration of Stan’s life will be held at 12pm, Monday, December 16, 2024 at the Leah Beth Froehlich, 73, of Decatur, passed away Saturday, February 10, 2024 at her home in Decatur. “I have fought the good fight; I have finished the race. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]Until Todd retired, about 15 years ago, he was the fourth-generation A memorial service will be held on November 3, 2023 at 4:00 pm, with visitation at 3:00 at the Starks Family Funeral Home Chapel, 2650 Niles Rd. When he wasn’t working, you could often find Jack out fishing or playing Todd B. She was born on April10, 1947, in South Haven, MI to her loving parents, Jeanette Crow and George Crow, Jr. Burial will follow at North Shore Memorial Gardens in Coloma. Memorial donations in Madeline’s name may be made to the St. at Starks & Menchinger Chapel, 2650 Niles Rd. She was preceded in Katherine Broadie-Wheeler (Toles) passed away on October 28, 2024 peacefully surrounded by her family. Friends may visit with the family on Wednesday, November 15 from 5 PM until Friends may visit with the family from 10:00 A. Visitation will take place from 4:00 – Gladys Lillian Taylor went to be with her Lord, December 11, 2024. Arrangements have been entrusted to Filbrandt Chapel of Starks Family Funeral Homes & Michael LePrey: The Embodiment of Hospitality, A Life Lived with Open Arms and Open Heart. He was born on November 23, 1959 in South Haven, Michigan to Roy and Brenda Dickerson. He graduated from Muskegon High School and subsequently obtained his bachelor’s and master’s degrees from Central Michigan University. Mary Katherine Foster, 76, of Benton Harbor, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, January 5, 2025, at her home. He was born on February 13, 1962, in Dowagiac, the son of the late Harold and Wanda (Bayton) Franklin. and Betty (Hammond) Lemke in Bay City, Michigan. Friends may visit with the family from 12 PM until the time of the service at the funeral home. Bernard Catholic Church, will be planned and announced in Spring 2025. Dick resided at Brentwood for the past few years along with his wife Eileen (Fry) Moore who passed in 2020. Arrangements have been entrusted to Filbrandt Chapel of Starks Family Funeral Homes & Cremation Services. Spletzer, 69, of Stevensville, passed away on Monday, August 2, 2021, at his home. Those wishing to share a memory of Cheryl online may do so online at www. Johnson, 63, of Cassopolis, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, November 28, 2023, at his home. He was a loving son, Danny Chybik, 70, of Decatur, passed away Thursday, February 22, 2024 at his residence. Gratia especially enjoyed evenings with her sisters and special dinners with her Tuesday night friends. Friends may visit from 4:00 P. Leo and Edith moved their family to Dowagiac in 1944. Joseph, MI to Larry Stroud and Kristen (Phillips) Humenay. In her later years, she worked at Hale’s Janet (Akmakjian) Crawford, age 59, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Thursday, March 7, 2024 after a long and courageous battle with cancer. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]The family will receive guests from 12pm until time of funeral service at 2pm, Thursday, August 22, 2024 at Newell Chapel, 83313 M-51, Decatur, with Jim William J. , Saturday, September 28, 2024, followed by funeral service at 11:00 A. In her final years of high school, she met the love of her life George Hooper George F. A service to celebrate Bob’s life will be held at 12:00 PM on Saturday, January 6, 2024 at Clark Chapel – Starks Family Funeral Homes and Cremation Services, 405 Center St, Dowagiac, where friends may visit with the family from 10:00 AM until the time of service. on Tuesday, June 22, 2021 at Starks & Menchinger Chapel, 2650 Niles Road, St. Lemke, Jr. clarkch. [NEWLINE] [NEWLINE]In celebration of Ryan’s life, the family will receive guests beginning at 12pm on Saturday, October 28, 2023 at Starks & Menchinger Chapel, 2650 Niles Rd. 269-782-2135. Swem Chapel A service to celebrate Cora’s life will be held at 1:00 PM on Friday, October 11, at Clark Chapel – Starks Family Funeral Homes, 405 Center St, Dowagiac. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]Charles was born on Jan. You could find her cheering her team on every time they played; she never Donald Lee Spitzke, 71, of Baroda, passed away Saturday, September 23, 2023 at Hanson Hospice Center in Stevensville. File, 57, of Edwardsburg, MI, passed away Thursday morning, May 16, 2024, at Hanson Hospice Center in St. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]Bill was born in South Haven on November 15, 1941, to William Brown and Virginia Eby Brown. Blythe, 77, of Baroda, passed away on Saturday, December 28, 2024, at his home. He graduated from Western Michigan University where he met his wife of 47 years, Victoria Rosemary Ann Born. 8, 1990, in Dowagiac. at Heritage Chapel, 8747 US 31, Berrien Springs, Michigan. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]Leah was a para-professional for Decatur Public Schools for many years prior to her retirement. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]A celebration of life homegoing service will be held at 11 am on Thursday, January 16, 2025, at Heritage Chapel, 8747 US 31, Berrien Springs, MI. was born on February 4, 1958 in South Haven, Michigan to the late Ardell and Missionary Idella Mahone. Philip Norris Kendall Curtis, 85, of South Haven, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on Friday, December 6th. Interment will follow at Mission Hills Memorial Gardens. He left his earthly home on July 24, 2024. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]A private celebration of Katie’s life will take place in the fall, her favorite season. Sherry Kirila peacefully passed away on Monday, September 23, in South Haven, MI, at the age of 77. Tom served he Jeffrey Paul Wetzel, 41, of Niles, passed away on Monday, July 15, 2024, at Corewell Health Butterworth Hospital, Grand Rapids. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]A visitation will be held at Filbrandt Family Funeral Home on December 10, 2024 from 11:00 am to 12:45 pm and a funeral mass at St. He was born in Dayton, Ohio, the first-born son of Joseph Miller and Dorothy Olson Rodgers. A celebration of his remarkable life will be held on Saturday, December 14th, at 12:00 p. at First Visitation will be held Saturday, December 21, 2024 from 10:00 am to 11:30 am at Sommerfeld Chapel - Starks Family Funeral Home, 15 N Barton St, New Buffalo, MI 49117. Ruth Ann Wood, 83, of Berrien Springs, passed away on Saturday, October 26, 2024 at her home. Steve was the 4th child of five children to Daniel and Phyllis Poulson and youngest brother to his siblings. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]La’Kyijah enjoyed the life she led, with a joyful spirit. He attended the Salesian Seminary in Cedar Lake, IN, and graduated from New Buffalo High School, class of 1968, and attended Purdue University for his Associates and Bachelor degrees, as well as the University Matthew J. On June 23, 1946, Dorothy was united in marriage to DeVern “Dee” Walker in Peggy Luettjohann, 88, of Petoskey, MI passed away Friday, November 22, 2024, in St. Joseph, passed away unexpectedly Saturday February 4, 2023 at his home in Kalamazoo, Michigan. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]Mass of Christian Burial at St. Joseph, MI, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family, on Monday, May 27, 2024 in Mattawan, MI. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]The family will receive guests from 11am until time of Celebration of Life at 12pm, Monday, September 26, 2022 at Newell Chapel, 83313 M51, Decatur. Arrangements have been entrusted to Heritage Chapel & Cremation Services. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]Betty was born in Chicago, IL on November 15, 1936, to Leo and Edith Rasmussen. James, Arkansas, the daughter of the late Roland and Roxie (Holbert) Edington. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]Scott was born Sept. Obituaries | Use the filter options to find the obituary you are looking for. a. , age 91, passed away on January 14, 2025, concluding a long, very well-lived life. Friends may visit with the family from 3:00 P. Front St. Memorial contributions may be given to Woodland Shores Baptist Friends may visit with the family on Sunday, December 10, 2023, from 2-4 pm, at Clark Chapel – Starks Family Funeral Homes, 405 Center Street, Dowagiac, Michigan. January 4, 2025 Obituaries from Starks Family Funeral Homes & Cremation Services in Buchanan, Michigan. Saturday, July 10, 2021 at Berrien County Baptist Church, 5940 St. Memorial contributions in Jeff’s name may be made to the family. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]Ruth was born on May 27, 1941, in Lansing, MI, to Lyle & Louise Ray Richard Hinchman, 86 years, passed away on June 4, 2024 at the Royalton Manor Nursing Home in St. Medical Center Dr. Caddy), 87, of Decatur, passed away peacefully in Dimondale, MI on Saturday, January 6, 2024, with his family by his side. Friends may visit with the family at the funeral home from 1:00-2:00 Honoring Tom’s wishes, cremation has taken place and there will be no public visitation or service. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]A celebration of Bob’s life will begin with visiting time from 10am until the service at 11am, Saturday, August 24, 2024 at Woodland Shores Baptist Church, 3555 S. Carlisle, 89, of Dowagiac, passed away on Wednesday, November 13, 2024, at Forest Glen Assisted Living in Dowagiac. She was born on March 13, 1994, to her loving parents, Timothy and Kimberly (Welch) Alti in Saint Joseph, Michigan. Following her lifelong passion for Troy Lee Oliver, 47, of Benton Harbor, passed away, Monday, June 21, 2021 at Spectrum Health Lakeland Hospital in St. A graveside ceremony will Daniel Lee Beebe, 57, of Benton Harbor, passed away peacefully on Monday, August 12, 2024 in Plainwell, MI. until 6:00 P. k. Private family inurnment will be in Riverside Cemetery. Arrangements have been entrusted to Starks & Menchinger Chapel 2650 Niles Rd. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]Surviving are two children – Valarie (Brian) Mead and Tim Cummings; two grandchildren – Amanda Pentland and Ryan Mead; Kathryn “Katie” Nicole Alti, age 30, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, June 16, 2024. Born on January 3, 1935, to Henry and Beth (Gillesby) Houseman, Lewis led a life marked by dedication to his faith, family, and country. He was born November 11, 1936 in Lawrence, MI to Howard and Dorothe (Woodford) Goens. Born on May 31, 1952 in South Haven Michigan to George and Madeline Smith. Ray was born on August 20, 1937 to Raymond and Blanch (Koska) Hinchman in Berwyn, Illinois. ” 2 Timothy, 4:7 A Celebration of Life Service will be held 3:00 P. Friends may visit with the family at the funeral home from 1:00-2:00 Terry J. Joseph, MI passed away Wednesday, October 9, 2024 at Pine Ridge Nursing Center in Stevensville. He was a graduate of Duluth Cathedral High School. Jeff was a 1987 graduate of Decatur High Stephen “Steve” F. He was the son of John and Ellen (Mench) Freeman. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]Gloria was born February 12, 1969 in Michigan City, Indiana to Alma Jean (Callahan) Ferrell and Willie Ray Shannon. He was born on June 29, 1941, to Alfred and Evelyn (Walby) Bolson in Minneapolis, MN. Justus, 55, a lifelong resident of Dowagiac, passed away on Sunday afternoon, September 29, 2024, at Corewell Health Lakeland Hospital in Saint Joseph, MI. starksfamilyfh. Mary was a homemaker most of her life. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]Tom was born in Coldwater, Michigan on March 19, Jack Don Goble (a. Many Aunts, Uncles, Nephews and Richard C. Gladys Lillian Taylor went to be with her Lord, December 11, 2024. Madeline R. Those wishing to send a condolence online may do so at www. Bob G. Please visit Pat’s personalized webpage to share a memory or leave condolences to her family at Starks & Menchinger Chapel. Swem Chapel Her kindness and caring spirit created a strong bond with both family and friends. Friends may visit with the family from Kimberly “Kim” Lynn Cornelius, 45, of Buchanan, Michigan passed away suddenly on January 14, 2025, while bravely battling pancreatic cancer. 405 Center Street, Dowagiac, MI 49047. “Joe” Davison-Harden, 20, of Coloma, MI, passed away on Tuesday, October 8, 2024. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]A graduate of Decatur High School, he completed his secondary Gloria Shannon White, 55, passed away at her home unexpectedly on Thursday, October 31, 2024. C. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]She was born on November 13, 1924, in Lawrence, MI, the daughter of the late Clarence and Florence (Walker) Watson. Those wishing to sign Madeline’s Memory Book online may do so at www. United in marriage to the late Casimir Biernacki at St. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]Charles was a 1959 Harriette A. and Shaqueta M. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]A celebration of life service will be held at noon on Friday, November 15, 2024, at Swem Chapel, 301 W. Bailey Avenue in South Haven, Michigan with Pastor Henry Allen of Gospel Tabernacle Baptist Church officiating. Please visit Harrison’s personalized webpage to share a memory or leave a condolence to his family at www. Chalmers, 92, of Bridgman, passed away on Friday, August 16, 2024 at his home in Bridgman. Tim was full of life, passion, and had an Thomas P. Joseph with Pastor Jeremy Koehler officiating. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]Peggy was born July 12, 1936 in Petoskey, MI to Melvin & Jessie (Winegarden) Lowry. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be given to Benton Harbor Soup Kitchen or St. 30, 1961, to Edward and Naomi “Nome” Novak, both of whom preceded him in death. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]Jeff, known to most as JJ, was a proud husband, father, and Dennis Duane Bachman, 64, of Coloma, passed away November 10, 2023. Guntle Jr, 71, of Dowagiac, passed away on Thursday morning, December 26, 2024, at his home. com. Ken graduated from New Carlisle High School in 1952. Burial will follow at Ruggles Samuel B. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]Gwen was born on December 2, 1955 in Chicago, Il, the Mark E. Thursday, September 28, 2023 at St. A Celebration of Life Service will be held on Wednesday, October 16, at 1PM at Starks & Menchinger Chapel, 2650 Niles Rd. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]The family will receive guests from 4-7pm, with a rosary service beginning at 7pm, Friday, December 15, 2023 at Newell Chapel, 83313 M-51, Decatur. On June 7, 1975, Don was united in marriage to the former Mary Lorren, 43 of south haven, mi passed at home unexpectedly on 8/9/2024. Joseph. starks Friends may visit with the family prior to mass from 10:00-11:00 AM. Joseph Ave. Bob enjoyed Bert D. Those attending are encouraged to Otto Price, Sr. Arrangements are entrusted to Starks & Menchinger Chapel, St. Filbrandt Chapel. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]Mike was born on August 16, 1949, in Niles, to Robert and Martha (Young) Ferris. 1076 S Bailey Ave, South Haven, MI 49090. He was born December 2, 1915 in Baldwin, MS to Rosetta (Price) Price. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service, from 10-11 am. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]Karen was born in Chicago on April 30th, 1940, to the late Jack and Dorothy (LeMire) Root. A Dorothy J. He is survived by his sister, Margaret; son, Michael, 3 Richard O. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]A Celebration of Life Gathering will be held from 4:00 until Joseph A. Snyder passed Aug, 11, 1969. Philip Henry Crawford, 83, of Dowagiac, passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 23, 2024 at Ascension Borgess Hospital in Kalamazoo. Clark Chapel. [NEWLINE] [NEWLINE]He was born on April 26, 1932, in Mapleton, Maine, the son of the late Thomas and Eva (Judkins) Pye. Obituaries | Use the filter options to find the obituary you are looking for. After graduation, he attended the University of Wisconsin, majoring in History. She graduated from Bridgman High School in 1972 and continued her education at Western Michigan University where she received her bachelor’s degree in Clark Chapel. The family moved to Harbor Springs shortly after her birth and she graduated from Harbor Springs High School in 1954. Ila Mae Proud, 83, formerly of Buchanan, passed away Wednesday, June 1, 2022 at her home in Granger. Starks & Menchinger Chapel. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]Connie leaves behind her beloved husband of 27 wonderful years, Rixon Fennell, children; Mechele (Tom) Brower, Joe (Jazmin) Guzman, A Celebration of Life Service will be held 5:00 P. Arrangements have been entrusted to Starks & Menchinger Chapel – 2650 Niles Rd. Friends may visit Wanda L. A Celebration of Life Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, January 4, at 1 PM at Starks & Menchinger Chapel, 2650 Niles Rd. Caring cremation was performed, and interment will be at a later date in the Spring of 2024 at Betzer Cemetery on Pickerington Rd. Katherine attended Geter High School in Memphis, TN. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]A Celebration of Life Service will be held 11:00 A. Bentley, 83, of St. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]He was born on August 13, 1943, in Decatur, MI, the son of George Sr and Betty (Gillette) Cummings. Winters, 75, of Dowagiac, passed away on Tuesday, May 25, 2021, at Ascension Borgess Lee Hospital in Dowagiac. com Cheryl was born June 20, 1957 in Saint Joseph, MI to Theodore & Mary “Betty” (Marks) Agens. M. sommerfeldchapel. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]Rick’s education Kraig Earl Haun, 65, of Decatur, passed away on Friday, September 20, 2024 at his home in Decatur. , Buchanan. He was eldest of 11 siblings. Joseph, MI. Louis de Montfort Church, Oak Lawn, IL on August 29, 1987. 24, 1941 in Benton Harbor, MI to the late Charles and Mary (Houart) Garlanger. La’Kyijah, a freshman at Lighthouse Mark Lee Smith, 72, of Union Pier, passed away unexpectedly at Franciscan Hospital in Michigan City, Indiana on his 54th wedding anniversary surrounded by his family. He was born in Bowling Green, OH on April, 7 1950 to Carlton and Grace (Detweiler) Michael Robert Ferris, 74, of Buchanan, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, March 24, 2024. She confessed to Christ at an early age at New Nonconnah Missionary Baptist Church. , Bridgman. until 11:00 A. James Whitman officiating. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]Tim was born on September 11, 1958, in Duluth, Minnesota. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]Dick and Eileen spent the first few Karen Larkin Johnson died peacefully, on October 11, 2023, after fighting a ten-month battle with Glioblastoma with grace and humor. Swem Chapel Marie Mielke, 60, a lifelong resident of South Haven, MI, was surrounded by family as she passed away Monday, August 22, 2022, after a courageous battle with cancer. She and her siblings were Florence Sherry Erickson, 69, of Decatur, passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 4, 2024 in St. A Celebration of Life service will be held at 4:00PM on Friday, September 3, also at Starks & Menchinger Chapel with Rev. starks-menchinger. After marriage she moved to Funeral services for Maggie will be at 10:00 AM on Saturday, June 10, at Starks Family Funeral Homes – Clark Chapel, 405 Center Street, Dowagiac. , Stevensville, MI with Pastor Elise Edwardson officiating. Joseph, Michigan passed away, Sunday, July 11, 2021 at A Place Called Home in Stevensville, Michigan. 269-637-0333 Starks & Menchinger Chapel. A Mass Donald D. , 106, of Decatur, passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 18, 2022 in Battle Creek, MI. Joseph, with Pastor Tom Bird officiating. Arrangements have been entrusted to Clark Chapel and Cremation Services. Kathy She enjoyed being with family, playing bridge, sewing, and watching football. Sam donated his body to the Western Michigan Body Donation Program in Kalamazoo. A visitation will be held from 5:00 – 7:00 PM on Thursday, September 2, 2021 at Starks & Menchinger Chapel in St. A celebration of life will be held at 2pm, Friday, September 27, 2024 at the funeral home, proceeding to Harrison cemetery for committal with Jim “Sonny” Todd, 77, of Stevensville died Tuesday, February 27, 2024 at home surrounded by his family. swemchapel. She married Bradley on March 7, 1981, and just celebrated 43 wonderful years together. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]Kim was born on January 25, 1979, to Vicki (Onderdonk) and Phil Gorbitz in Berrien Township, Michigan. He departed this life on Wednesday, October 25, 2023, at the Veterans Hospital in Indianapolis, Indiana. Kathy Lewis Houseman, 89, of Decatur, MI entered into the loving arms of his Heavenly Father on October 30, 2024 with family by his side. Walker, 99, of Dowagiac, passed away on Tuesday morning, October 29, 2024, at Cass County Medical Care Facility in Cassopolis, MI. Thursday at the funeral home. He was a sponsor and coordinator for AA, a Cass County Friend of the Court. [NEWLINE]A Celebration of Life Gathering will be held Saturday, June 25, 2022 from 3 to 6 pm at Swem Chapel, 301 W. Rick was born on April 15, 1953, in Chicago, IL. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]Helen is survived by her children Steven (Susan) Biernacki and Robert C. Burial will follow at Ruggles Thomas H. A prayer service will follow at 7:00 p. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]Visitation will start at 10:00 A. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]Jim was born August 18, 1946 in Santa Rosa, California to John D. Swem Chapel Daniel Raymond Stenberg, age 83 of Buchanan, Michigan died peacefully on Friday August 30, 2024. Rajzer, 73, of Decatur, passed away peacefully on Monday, December 11, 2023 in Kalamazoo, MI. He was 73 when he passed away unexpectedly in Grand Rapids, MI from complications of a heart condition. (Dick) Moore, born to Lloyde and Margaret Moore in South Bend, Indiana, passed away peacefully on his 98th birthday at Brentwood at Niles on November 17, 2024. She attended Buchanan High School. Arrangements were entrusted to Newell Chapel – Starks Family Funeral Homes, 83313 M-51, Decatur. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]Flo loved many things in life, but very few came before her beloved U of M football. Friends may visit with her family from 4-8 PM on Friday, June 9, and 9-10am on Saturday, June 10 at the funeral home. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]In December 1977, Jerry married Debra Cunningham, and to this Starks & Menchinger Chapel. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]She is survived by her mother Cindy Lorren, sister Jennifer & Jim Poggi, brother William Jeffery & Shannon Lorren and her grandmother Mary Frances Lorren. Graham, 66, of Marcellus, passed away on Thursday evening, October 31, 2024, at Ascension Borgess Hospital in Kalamazoo, MI. Carol preceded him in death on April 18, 2018. On October 8, 1983, he married the love of his life, Judith Lynn Behnke. Arrangements were entrusted to Clark Chapel - Starks Family Funeral Homes, Dowagiac. He was a kind, generous soul with a contagious laugh and a heart of gold. Kenneth E. He was a member of the SHHS Class of 1959. Those wishing to sign Mae’s Memory Book online may do so at www. until 5:00 P. Sebasty Sr. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]Jarod was born May 29, 1989 in St. She was born in Stevensville, Ml to Elizabeth Pearl Pallas Kolberg and Walter August Kolberg on November 30, 1929. [NEWLINE] [NEWLINE]Wanda was employed by Contech in Dowagiac for 34 years until her retirement. Ray married Carline Schwegler on June 15, 1963 and had a Shirley A. [NEWLINE] [NEWLINE]Jack worked for the post office as a mail carrier for 40+ years. She left us peacefully, surrounded by family. A Celebration of life Service will be held on Thursday, November 16 at 11 AM at Crystal Springs Church of God, 1465 Pipestone Rd, Benton Harbor, MI, with Pastor Bill Bridgman officiating. m. He graduated from Galien High School in 1954 and participated in football, basketball, track and FFA. [NEWLINE] [NEWLINE]A celebration of life gathering will be held at 3pm on Sunday, August 11, 2024, at Riverfront Park Niles, MI. Arrangements are entrusted to Stark Family Funeral homes, 269-556-9450. He lived in Buchanan all of his life and graduated from Buchanan High School with the class of 1969. Thursday, July 15 at Starks & Menchinger Chapel, 2650 Niles Rd. He was born July 14, 1950 in Chicago, IL to Stanley and Dolores (Tarnas) Rajzer. To share a memory or leave a condolence for his family please visit www. He was born on May 11, 1960, in Kalamazoo, MI, the son of the late Bensen and Mary Jo (File) Johnson. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]Marie was born August 17, 1962, in Benton Harbor, MI, to Thomas and Kay (Nower) Mielke. Private burial will take place at North Shore Memory Gardens in Coloma. Cummings, 81, of Decatur, passed away Thursday, December 12, 2024, at his home. She later Lucie Wesner, 98, of Stevensville passed away Saturday, June 12, 2021. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]A private burial will take place at Oak Ridge Cemetery, Buchanan. He graduated from Dowagiac Union High School in 1976 and went on to become a master tool Starks & Menchinger Chapel. Visitation will be held from 11:30 am – 1:00 pm with the funeral service starting at 1:00 pm. Joseph, Michigan, passed away Tuesday, October 29, 2024, at his home after a long illness. Memorial contributions may be made Stanley Bronek Klimczak, 85, of Dowagiac, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family, on Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at his home in Dowagiac. Valentine Church in Cicero Illinois on August 1, 1953. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]A Funeral Service will be held 9:00AM, Saturday, March 16 at Stevensville United Methodist Church, 5506 Ridge Rd. Foley, or “Breadman” as many knew him, passed away suddenly on April 21, 2024, in Scottsdale, Arizona - a special place to him, his wife, and kids. Brian had an idyllic Midwestern childhood growing up sailing, skiing, and enjoying family vacations every summer Betty Ann McWilliams, 87, of Dowagiac, passed away Tuesday, March 26, 2024, at Buchanan Meadows Assisted Living facility after a long illness with Alzheimer’s Disease. Procession to Riverview Cemetery with a The family will receive friends from 5:00-7:00 p. Ken was a lifelong farmer in A service to celebrate Helen's life will be held at 11:00 am on Tuesday, January 14, at Clark Chapel and Cremation Services - Starks Family Funeral Homes, 405 Center St, Dowagiac, Arrangements have been entrusted to Starks & Menchinger Chapel, St. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]The family will celebrate Phil’s life with a memorial service held at 11am, Sunday, December 1, 2024 at Glenwood Seventh-day Adventist Church, 51089 Glenwood Rd. He graduated from Ross Beatty High School in Cassopolis, MI, and attended Southwestern Michigan College for Dan Smith, 86, of St. Memorial contributions in Nina’s name may be made to the University of Michigan, Dr. He was preceded in death by his parents and sisters Gloria Foss and Beverly Wahl. Please visit Tom’s personalized webpage to share a memory or leave condolences for his family at www. Friends may visit with the family on Friday, from 12:00PM until the time of service at the church. Visitation with the family will take place on Thursday, August 8 from 5:00 – 8:00 pm at Starks & Menchinger Chapel, 2650 Niles Rd. He was born June 26, 1935 in Coshocton, Ohio to Sylvia and William Preston. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]A memorial service for Ron will take place on Saturday, February 25, David G. Thursday, September 5, 2024 at Starks & Menchinger Chapel, 2650 Niles Road, St. , Dowagiac, Pastor Harry David Lee Hopper, 67, of Niles, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, November 9, 2024 at Corewell Health Lakeland, St. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]David graduated from Buchanan High School in 1973 and from Brian J. Freeman (Rick), 71, of Dowagiac, MI formerly of Homer Glen, IL passed away Tuesday, June 18, 2024. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]John was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed fishing, hunting, hiking, biking, photography and golf. Sign the family’s Richard passed away peacefully on Friday September 20. James Jay Hutchinson of St. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service, from 10:00 – 11:00AM. Swem Chapel Jeffery D. Joseph, MI, 49085, 269-556-9450. Tom graduated from Stevensville High School in 1952. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]Jay was a loving, easygoing man known for his faith and humor. They were married for 75 years. Donald Pye, 92, of Dowagiac, passed away Saturday afternoon, October 5, 2024, at The Timbers of Cass County. kassex gsdoj ascil bztz vszk xegpg sanox ftqboz zjh xgars