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Roger Wayne Fryer, a man of unwavering kindness and boundless generosity, passed away peacefully on April 21, 2024, at the age of 67. Born on April 1, 1957, in Benton Harbor, Michigan, Roger's life was a testament to the power of love, laughter, and the sheer joy of a life well-lived.
Roger spent his final moments in St. Joseph, Michigan, surrounded...
It is with a sorrowful heart that Sarah Elizabeth Ward has returned home to the Lord on March 28, 2024 after a long illness.
Sarah was born in Centertown, Kentucky on January 30, 1940, to the late Lonnie Whitehead and Virginia (Snodgrass) Whitehead, being 1 of 6 children.
Along with her parents, Sarah was preceded in death by her loving husband, Harlon...
BETTY IRENE ARNT, 90, passed away peacefully in the presence of her family on March 7, 2024at Pine Ridge Nursing Home in Stevensville.Betty was born July 12, 1933 in Wisconsin Dells to Viola and Alfred Spaude. Betty lived her firstfew years in the Dells and later the family moved to Galena, IL where they resided until theymoved to Watervliet, MI...
Helen Sanders, 103, peacefully departed this life on March 1st at Woodland Terrace in Niles Michigan.
Helen was born August 21, 1920, the oldest child of Vaughn and Marie Dohm. She was a life long resident of the area, graduating from Eau Claire High School in 1937. She married Melvin Sanders on May 27, 1940 in St. Louis, Missouri. They were...
Naomi G. Adams, 91, of Eau Claire passed on Friday, March 1, 2024 at Corewell Health Hospital in St. Joseph, Michigan with her family by her side.
Naomi was born on March 9, 1932 in Manila, Arkansas to the late William and Mary Still. She was the last of her family of four sisters and three brothers.
Naomi was married to Victor...
Sandra Kay Herr, a beacon of love and gentleness, passed away peacefully on January 24, 2024, in St. Joseph, Michigan. Born on November 11, 1937, in Benton Harbor, Michigan, Sandra's life was a testament to the beauty of a life well-lived, filled with passion, kindness, and an unwavering dedication to her family and community.
Sandra's early years in Benton Harbor were...
Betty U. Dunavin, 89, went to her heavenly home with Jesus on Saturday, Jan. 20, 2024 at Stately Living in St. Joseph, Michigan.
Betty was born Feb. 11, 1934 in Craighead County, Arkansas. She married Ermel J.D. Dunavin on Oct. 8, 1948. They were married for 72 years before Ermel passed in 2021.
Family was everything to Betty. She was a loving,...
T.J was born on Dec. 17, 1971 - on his mother’s birthday. He passed away on January 18, 2024 at his loved home in the country in Eau Claire, MI very unexpectedly from natural causes.
T.J. was born to his Papa Thomas A. Merrill Sr. and mama Jean-Shari Merrill whom he loved so dearly. He was a very loving and caring...
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Mary Ann Steimle. This beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend died on January 10, 2024 at the age of 89 years old.
Mary Ann Steimle was a woman of remarkable will and heart. Born on August 5 of 1934 to James and Margaret Black, Mary Ann spent nearly her whole...
Stanley A. Bishop, 81, of Berrien Center, peacefully went to rest on Saturday, December 2, 2023 at Riverridge Rehabilitation and Health Care Center after a lengthy battle with dementia.
Stan was born April 26, 1942, in Berrien Springs. The eldest son born to Rex D. and Edith (Arnt) Bishop. His brothers include Roger (Charlene) Bishop and Robert Bishop who survive him.
Stan...
Mary Louise Whitright, a cherished soul known for her loving heart, passed away peacefully due to natural causes on November 29, 2023, in Kalamazoo surrounded by her loving family.
Mary was born August 22, 1940, to Henry and Doris Freehling. She grew up on her family’s farm, where the seeds of her hardworking nature were sown.
She graduated from Eau Claire High...
So God made a Farmer...
That was our dad’s favorite tribute from Paul Harvey, a daily standard in our house at lunch time. God
called one of his best home on October 11, 2023, and with deep sorrow and loss, we will miss our husband, father,
grandfather, great-grandfather, brother and friend Vernon Edward Holle. Vern was born November 20,
1942 to the late Edward...
Darwin James Sanders passed away on October 1st, 2023 at his home in Eau Claire, MI.
Darwin proudly and honorably served in the United States Military in Vietnam for the United States Army from 1971-1972.
He was born August 16, 1950 to Melvin and Helen Sanders. Dar graduated from Eau Claire High School in 1969. Dar enjoyed many things such as his...
Renda Faye Brown, 78, of Sodus, MI passed away peacefully at her home on September 22, 2023.
Born September 29, 1944 in Chicago, IL to Robert and Alma Cochran. While attending Benton Harbor
High School, she met her high school sweetheart Lynn Brown. They married on November 17, 1961 and
welcomed three sons.
Renda was a member of the community of Christ church in...
Ruby Pearl Kessinger, 96, of Sodus, died July 5, 2023 at her home.
Friends are invited to visit with the family from 10-11 a.m. on Saturday, July 8, at Bowerman Funeral Home in Eau Claire. The funeral will follow at 11 a.m., with Pastor Mike Fields of Bright Star Tabernacle officiating. Burial will be in Oak Hill Cemetery, Plymouth, Indiana.
Messages and...
Louise Eleanor Prillwitz, 94, of Eau Claire, passed away June 27, 2023 with family by her side.
She was born March 11, 1929 in Sodus, to Lydia (Steinke) and Albert Sempert. On Oct. 23, 1948, she married Frank Prillwitz.
Louise and Frank raised their three beloved children on their family farm which they operated for over 60 years.
Louise was dedicated to her...
Otis McKinley Wheeler Jr. “Bud”, 98, of Sodus, passed away Sunday, May 14, 2023, surrounded by his loving family at Corewell Health Lakeland Hospital, St. Joseph.
Otis was born in Bald Knob, Ark. on Nov. 21, 1924, to Otis Sr. and Delia Wheeler.
Otis served in the Army during World War II from 1943 to 1945 as a PFC Rifleman 745, receiving...
Stephen L. Reed, 70, of Eau Claire, passed away May 4, 2023 at University of Chicago Medical Center. Steve was born July 10, 1952, in Benton Harbor to Leonard and Audrey (Williams) Reed.
Visitation will be from 6–8 p.m. Thursday, May 11, at Bowerman Funeral Home, Eau Claire, and messages may be shared at www.bowermanfuneral.com. Cremation has taken place. Donations may...
Cindy Lou Thornton, 62, of Niles, died Saturday, April 8, 2023, at Corewell Health Niles Hospital, Niles, Michigan.
A memorial service will be at 1 p.m. Thursday, April 13, at Bowerman Funeral Home in Eau Claire, with Reverend Robert Duehlmeyer officiating. Messages and memories may be shared online at www.bowermanfuneral.com. Donations in Cindy’s name may be made to St. Paul’s Lutheran...
Richard A. Marks, 76, of Eau Claire, died Wednesday, April 5, 2023 at Corewell Health Lakeland Hospital in St. Joseph.
Funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, April 12, at Grace Lutheran Church in Eau Claire, with Rev. David Schmidt officiating. Burial with military rites will follow in Caldwell Cemetery, Eau Claire. Visitation will be 6-8 p.m. Tuesday, April 11,...
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