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Starks funeral home obituaries Print. [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. Peters Funeral Home. “Joe” Davison-Harden, 20, of Coloma, MI, passed away on Tuesday, October 8, 2024. and Joan M. Saturday, November 9, 2024 at Starks & Menchinger Chapel, 2650 Niles Rd. Don was a veteran of the United States Army serving during the Korean War. He was 73 when he passed away unexpectedly in Grand Rapids, MI from complications of a heart condition. Friends may visit with the family Stanley Westley Allen, 73, of Baroda, passed away, September 9, 2024 at Hanson Hospice Center in Stevensville. Menu Close. Memorial donations in James’ name may be made to the Salvation Army or United Brian S. Joseph, MI, passed away in his home on Sat – July 27, 2024. , Friday at . m. Jim continued his education through Michigan State University, earning his Bachelor of Arts Dorothy “Darlene” Marks, 92, of Benton Harbor, MI, passed away on Saturday – December 14, 2024, at her daughter’s home in St. 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. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]Greg was born on February 6, 1954 in Benton Harbor, MI to the late Warren and Ruth (Zandarski) Toney. Joseph, MI. 24, 1941 in Benton Harbor, MI to the late Charles and Mary (Houart) Garlanger. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]Darlene was born on November 23, 1932 in Portageville, MO, to the late Thomas and Evelyn (Arant) Bush. Friends may visit with the family at the funeral home from 1:00-2:00 Authorize original obituaries for this funeral home. Joseph County. Arrangements have been entrusted to Starks & Menchinger Chapel 2650 Niles Rd. Sign the family’s Clark Chapel. Swem Chapel Tony DeLapa, 64, of St. , 84, of Buchanan, MI passed away Saturday, September 21, 2024 at his home. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]Betty was born in Chicago, IL on November 15, 1936, to Leo and Edith Rasmussen. A. Those wishing to sign Stanley’s Memory Book online may do so at Christine L. until 7:00 P. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]He grew up in a large family with three brothers and two Willie Duncan, 91, was born in Tangipahoa, Louisiana, on September 21, 1932, to the union of Thomas and Emma Duncan. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]Mass of Christian Burial at St. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]Gloria was born February 12, 1969 in Michigan City, Indiana to Alma Jean (Callahan) Ferrell and Willie Ray Shannon. He had a big personality and free spirit and was a proud native. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]A Celebration of Life Memorial Service will be planned and announced at a later date. [NEWLINE]She attended St. Margaret grew up in Decatur, MI and attended Decatur High School. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]She was born on June 28, 2000, in Battle Creek, Michigan. He graduated from Buchanan High School in 2006 and graduated from Western Michigan University in 2011. Winters, 75, of Dowagiac, passed away on Tuesday, May 25, 2021, at Ascension Borgess Lee Hospital in Dowagiac. Rogel Cancer Center for Multiple Myeloma, 1500 E. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]Scott was born Sept. Joseph, passed away Wednesday, March 24, 2021 at Beacon Hill in Grand Rapids, Michigan. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]Peggy was born July 12, 1936 in Petoskey, MI to Melvin & Jessie (Winegarden) Lowry. A Celebration of Life Service will be held on Tuesday, August 24, at 1 PM at Starks & Menchinger Chapel, 2650 Niles Rd. She and her siblings were 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. Front St. Guests are encouraged to use parking and entrance located on the north side George F. Margaret Elizabeth Spears, of Stevensville, MI, passed away at Butterworth Hospital in Grand Rapids on October 11th, 2024, following a brief illness. at the funeral home with Pastor Jeffrey Stephens officiating. He was born in the same town in which he died and where [NEWLINE]he lived most of his life. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]A private burial will take place at Oak Ridge Cemetery, Buchanan. 2650 Niles Road, St. On June 23, 1946, Dorothy was united in marriage to DeVern “Dee” Walker in Mr. He was a graduate of Duluth Cathedral High School. Donations in Tom’s name may be made to Marie Yeager Cancer Center or Berrien Springs Public Schools Hearing Impaired Megan Elizabeth Hoyt, 16, lost her battle with cancer on Saturday afternoon, August 19, 2023 in Fennville, Michigan surrounded by her loving family. Joseph went home to be with his Lord on Friday, January 5, 2024. Those wishing to sign Rich’s Memory Book online may do so at www. “Mike” Pappa, 66, of Baroda, passed away, Friday, December 8, 2023 at Hanson Hospice Center in Stevensville. Joseph, passed away on Tuesday, August 17, 2021 at his home. Joseph with Pastor Jeremy Koehler officiating. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]Rick brought light, love and joy to everyone who knew him. Stahl, 69, of Benton Harbor, passed away, peacefully on Monday, November 25, 2024 at Corewell Health Lakeland Hospital in St. He was united in marriage with Debra L. Those wishing to leave an online condolence may do so at www. ” 2 Timothy, 4:7 A Celebration of Life Service will be held 3:00 P. A Celebration of Life Gathering will be held on April 26, 2025. , Ann 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. Tim was full of life, passion, and had an Wesley Normand Hemerling, 98, of St. (Walsh) Mroczek. United in marriage to the late Casimir Biernacki at St. Arrangements have been entrusted to Starks & Menchinger Chapel – 2650 Niles Rd. Shank, 62, of Dowagiac, passed away on Sunday morning, January 5, 2025 at his home. Swem Chapel Celebrate the life of John Starks, leave a kind word or memory and get funeral service information care of D. Friends may visit with the family from 12 PM until the time of the service at the funeral home. [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 Ray Richard Hinchman, 86 years, passed away on June 4, 2024 at the Royalton Manor Nursing Home in St. at Starks & Menchinger Chapel, 2650 Niles Rd. Piper. Swem Chapel Memorials may be made to Immanuel Lutheran Church, 9650 Church St. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]Rick’s education Madeline R. Starks Funeral Parlor 3651 South 900 East, Millcreek, Obituaries from Starks Funeral Parlor in Salt Lake City, Utah. Born on November 14, 1932 in Lacota Michigan to Stanley and Katherine Krzemen. On April 7, 1956, she was united in marriage to Herbert West in Decatur, MI at A life well-lived, indeed![NEWLINE][NEWLINE]It’s with sorrow and gratitude that we announce the passing of Dr. Buchanan was always considered home to Kim. Donna Mary (nee Sandwisch) Neuendorf, age 89, passed away on Monday December 23, 2024, at Whitcomb Towers in Saint Joseph, Michigan. Find recent and upcoming obituaries, service information, and flower delivery options for Starks Funeral Parlor in Salt Lake City, UT. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]He was born on August 6, 1980, in Berrien Springs, MI. E. Joseph, MI, passed away in her home on Saturday – October 5, 2024. until 6:00 P. Born on January 30, 1958 in Allegan Michigan. 15, 1935 in St. Friends may visit with the family on Monday, from Starks & Menchinger Chapel. He was preceded in death by his parents and sisters Gloria Foss and Beverly Wahl. Bob was a 1962 graduate of Cassopolis High School, where he excelled in football. Heyn, P. starks Ruth Ann Wood, 83, of Berrien Springs, passed away on Saturday, October 26, 2024 at her home. Joseph, MI 49085. He was one of 6 children being the only boy. ” He was very proud of his collection of WWII model aircraft and related [NEWLINE]Victor L. Joseph with his family at his side. Theresa grew 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. , New Buffalo, MI. He was born June 26, 1935 in Coshocton, Ohio to Sylvia and William Preston. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]Tim was born on September 11, 1958, in Duluth, Minnesota. Joseph with family by his side. Friends may visit with the family from Starks & Menchinger Chapel. Lutheran Church, 3713 Naomi Rd. She will be laid to rest at Hickory Bluff Cemetery. She attended Buchanan High School. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Crossroads Urban Center. John was the plant manager for Consumers Concrete in South Haven. He was born on February 13, 1962, in Dowagiac, the son of the late Harold and Wanda (Bayton) Franklin. 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 Verneita “Teda” Kurina, 97, of Three Oaks, MI, passed away on Sunday – November 10, 2024 at the Hanson Hospice Center in Stevensville, MI. He graduated from Western Michigan University where he met his wife of 47 years, Victoria Rosemary Ann Born. Matthews died at his home in South Haven, MI on October 9, 2023 under the care of his loving family, friends, and caregivers. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]A time for family and friends to gather and share stories will be held Friday, August 25, 2023 from Noon to 4 P. Contact the funeral home to verify time and location Obituaries from Starks Family Funeral Homes & Cremation Services in Buchanan, Michigan. Friends may visit with the family from 4:00 until Jason Michael Kuntz, 33, of Buchanan, passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 21, 2021, at home with his family by his side. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]Kim was born on January 25, 1979, to Vicki (Onderdonk) and Phil Gorbitz in Berrien Township, Michigan. Arrangements are entrusted to Starks & Menchinger Chapel, St. [NEWLINE]A Celebration of Life Gathering will be held Saturday, June 25, 2022 from 3 to 6 pm at Swem Chapel, 301 W. A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 2:00PM on Friday, September 10, 2021, at Clark Chapel, 405 Center St. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]Daniel was born on Aug. He was the son of John and Ellen (Mench) Freeman. Johnson, 63, of Cassopolis, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, November 28, 2023, at his home. Bernard Catholic Church, will be planned and announced in Spring 2025. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]Wes was born on September 1, 1926, in Benton Harbor, MI to Edward and Edna (Schadler) Hemerling. [NEWLINE]Sherry had a fulfilling career as a freelance court reporter, Robert “Bob” O. Memorial contributions in Nina’s name may be made to the University of Michigan, Dr. Kathy Tracy Blahuta passed away peacefully in her sleep in the early morning hours of November 21, 2024. Joseph, with Deacon Jim McFarland officiating. 23, 2024, after an extended illness. A celebration of his remarkable life will be held on Saturday, December 14th, at 12:00 p. Memorial contributions may be made to Pullman Bible Church at 5508 109th Avenue, Pullman, MI 49450. Valentine Church in Cicero Illinois on August 1, 1953. 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. Starks Funeral Parlor is a family-owned and operated funeral home in Salt Lake City, Utah. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00AM on Wednesday, June 2, 2021, at Holy Maternity of Mary Catholic Church 210 N. Swem Chapel James Kenneth Jesse, 80, of Buchanan, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Sunday morning, November 3, 2024. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]In 1948, she married Frank Lowe Snyder with whom they had three children, Cheryl Ann, Judy Kay and Kevin Lee. Those wishing to share a memory of Janine online may do so at www. [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. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]A Celebration of Life Eternal will be held 1:30 P. , of Buchanan, MI. Friday, January 17, 2025 at First Church of God, 2627 Niles Ave. Burial will follow at Hickory Bluff Cemetery in Stevensville. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]John grew up on Chicago’s South Side and attended Little Flower Grade School and was a proud graduate of Leo High School, where he Cora (Wesaw) Al Nadabi, 24, of Hartford, passed away on Wednesday, October 2, 2024, at Bronson Methodist Hospital in Kalamazoo, Michigan. He married the love of his life, Carol Page Novak, on Dec. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]Bill passed away unexpectedly on June 10, 2024, at his home in Marcellus, MI. at First John William “Jack” Stuber, 85, of St. Ed was Todd B. Barton St. [NEWLINE] [NEWLINE]A memorial service for Donna will take place on January 18, 2025, at 12:00 pm at Pilgrim Congregational United Church of Christ at 1200 W. Joseph, MI, 49085, 269-556-9450. , 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. Offer condolences/tributes, send Gloria Shannon White, 55, passed away at her home unexpectedly on Thursday, October 31, 2024. Many Aunts, Uncles, Nephews and Jason Troy Pettet, 55 of South Haven passed away unexpectedly at his favorite place, Casco United Methodist Church on Saturday November 11, 2023. She worked as a waitress in In Loving Memory of[NEWLINE]Ms. Leich. After graduation, he attended the University of Wisconsin, majoring in History. John was born on March 18, 1930 in Chicago, IL to John and Catherine Matthews. Norris Kendall Curtis, 85, of South Haven, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on Friday, December 6th. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]Jim was born August 18, 1946 in Santa Rosa, California to John D. , Sodus, MI with pastor Robert A celebration of Layne will be held on Saturday, December 7th from 4:00 until 6:00 PM at Starks Funeral Parlor, 3651 South 900 East, Salt Lake City, UT. H Starks & Menchinger Chapel. She grew up in New Buffalo, Michigan where she attended New Buffalo High School, graduating in 1987. Joseph Roy Hoffmann, age 58, passed away suddenly on Wednesday, September 11, 2024. , Stevensville, with Rev. [NEWLINE] [NEWLINE]He was born on April 26, 1932, in Mapleton, Maine, the son of the late Thomas and Eva (Judkins) Pye. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]Until Todd retired, about 15 years ago, he was the fourth-generation Jim “Sonny” Todd, 77, of Stevensville died Tuesday, February 27, 2024 at home surrounded by his family. Derek Cromwell officiating. Joseph Starks & Menchinger Chapel. Send Flowers. Arrangements are entrusted to Starks & Menchinger Funeral Home and Cremation Service. Joseph, MI, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family, on Monday, May 27, 2024 in Mattawan, MI. Swem Chapel Starks & Menchinger Chapel. Sypniewski at St. to 7:00 P. Joseph Ave. A graveside Philip Lee Preston, 88, of St. He was a kind, generous soul with a contagious laugh and a heart of gold. Following her lifelong passion for Gladys Lillian Taylor went to be with her Lord, December 11, 2024. Burial to follow at Harrison Cemetery, Decatur. Located in Millcreek, UT. McComb & Sons Funeral Homes - Lakeside Park. A Celebration of Life Service will be held Friday, June 18, 2021 at 2:00 P. “I have fought the good fight; I have finished the race. A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 11:00 A. 1076 S Bailey Ave, South Haven, MI 49090. Sebasty Sr. Visitation will Theresa Ann Gregory, age 79, of Bangor, Michigan, passed away on Monday, May 20, 2024, at her home surrounded by her loved ones. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]Verneita was born in Lakeside, MI, on Feb. Following the burial, the family would like to invite all to a Celebration of Life Open House at Starks Funeral Parlor, 3651 South 900 East from 3:30-5:30 PM. Swem Chapel Margaret Pauline Hutchings, 93, of Dowagiac, passed away Thursday morning, December 26, 2024, at Miller’s Assisted Living in Dowagiac. , Tuesday, October 12, 2021 at Starks & Menchinger Chapel and Cremation Service, 2650 Niles Rd. Joseph, MI 49085 with pastor Jaime Cervantes officiating. Friends may visit with the family an hour prior to the service, from 11 am Sandra Ann White 67 of South Haven passed away at home on Monday October 1, 2024. Ray married Carline Schwegler on June 15, 1963 and had a Philip Henry Crawford, 83, of Dowagiac, passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 23, 2024 at Ascension Borgess Hospital in Kalamazoo. & Hannah L Helen L. Offer condolences/tributes, send flowers or create an online memorial for free. Joseph, MI passed away Friday, July 9, 2021 at Borgess Hospital in Kalamazoo. A graduate of Dowagiac High School, Jerry was a welder by trade and was employed by K&M Fabricating in Cassopolis for over 30 years. The family moved to Harbor Springs shortly after her birth and she graduated from Harbor Springs High School in 1954. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]A Visitation will be held from 3:00 P. , Friday, July 23, 2021 at Starks & Menchinger Chapel and Cremation Service, 2650 Niles Rd. He graduated from Dowagiac Union High School in 1976 and went on to become a master tool Thomas H. M. To share a memory or leave a condolence for his family please visit www. He departed this life on Wednesday, October 25, 2023, at the Veterans Hospital in Indianapolis, Indiana. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]Harold worked at the Livingston County Press and Kathleen Ann Baker, 79, of Dowagiac, peacefully passed away Sunday, December 22, 2024, at Corewell Health Niles Hospital, Niles, MI, surrounded by her family. Starks & Menchinger Chapel. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]The memorial service will be held at 11am, Saturday, Oct 19th at Heritage Chapel, 8747 US 31, Berrien Springs, Rev. Steve was the 4th child of five children to Daniel and Phyllis Poulson and youngest brother to his siblings. Joseph, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, October 13, 2024, at Corewell Health in St. Born on October 11, 1968 in Holland, Michigan to Jack and Jeannie Pettet. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]Wanda was born December 29, 1941 in Benton Gary Wayne Whitt, age 77, passed away on Monday, July 22, 2024 in Ann Arbor, MI. Leich, 95, of Dowagiac, passed away late Thursday evening, January 9, 2025, at Woodland Terrace of Paw Paw Lake, Coloma, Ml. 1101 Blue Star Hwy, South Haven, MI 49090[NEWLINE][NEWLINE]Mother, grandma, sister, and Wanda Manning, 82, of Benton Harbor, passed away, Thursday, December 26, 2024 at Hanson Hospice in Stevensville. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]Surviving are two children – Valarie (Brian) Mead and Tim Cummings; two grandchildren – Amanda Pentland and Ryan Mead; Celebrate the life of Derek Starks, leave a kind word or memory and get funeral service information care of A. Ottinger, 44, a lifelong resident of Dowagiac, passed away on Saturday, August 10, 2024. He was born on December 14, 1934 in Owosso, Michigan to the late Max and Inez (Reynolds) Joy. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]Bill was born in South Haven on November 15, 1941, to William Brown and Virginia Eby Brown. She graduated from Bangor High School in 1963 where she met the love of her life Frank Gregory. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]Rich was born January 30, 1959 in Kansas City, Missouri to James W. Friends may visit with the family from 5:00 P. Heritage Chapel Stephen Francis “Steve” Poulson, passed away suddenly on December 28, 2024, at 58 years of age. Bailey Avenue in South Haven, Michigan with Pastor Henry Allen of Gospel Tabernacle Baptist Church officiating. [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. Friends may Terry J. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]She was born on October 20, 1929, in Dowagiac, the daughter of the late Earl and Odessa Keyser. Arrangements have been entrusted to Starks and Menchinger Chapel. Bailey Ave, South Haven, Michigan Dorothy L. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]Kathy was born on May 31, 1945, the daughter of the late Sylvester and Betty (Janes) Farrell. Those wishing to sign Mae’s Memory Book online may do so at www. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]She was born on November 13, 1924, in Lawrence, MI, the daughter of the late Clarence and Florence (Walker) Watson. Burial will follow at Patton Cemetery in La Porte, IN. heritage-chapel. Michael LePrey: The Embodiment of Hospitality, A Life Lived with Open Arms and Open Heart. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]He was born on February 7, 1929, in Dowagiac, the son of the late Dean and Beulah (Swisher) Corwin and was a graduate of Dowagiac High School. She Starks & Menchinger Chapel. He was born on December 16, 1965 to Frank Hoffmann and Dorothy (McNealy) Hicks in Benton Harbor. OBITUARY Derek Charles Starks December 13 January 17, 2025 from 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM at A. On October 8, 1983, he married the love of his life, Judith Lynn Behnke. Freeman (Rick), 71, of Dowagiac, MI formerly of Homer Glen, IL passed away Tuesday, June 18, 2024. “Tom” Siewert, 84, of Coloma, passed away at his home on Saturday, January 4, 2025. Procession to Riverview Cemetery with a Kathryn “Katie” Nicole Alti, age 30, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, June 16, 2024. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]A memorial service for Ron will take place on Saturday, February 25, Starks & Menchinger Chapel. Cummings, 81, of Decatur, passed away Thursday, December 12, 2024, at his home. John was a Sharon Marie DeMarco (Roberts), 67, of Valparaiso, IN, passed away August 25, 2024. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]Jim was born on February 24, 1944, to James Glen and Pauline (VanEvery) Jesse in Niles, Michigan. H. James Whitman officiating. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]Harold will be cremated, and a private family service will be held at a later date. She was preceded in View Lois Elaine Starks's obituary, send flowers, find service dates, and sign the guestbook. Kenneth E. Tracy and her family settled in Decatur in 1999, where she took great joy in working with the kids in the high school lunchroom. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]A Gathering for family, friends, and admirers will be held Sunday, March 3, 2024 from 2:00 – 4:30 PM with Special Remarks being shared by Christine’s brother, Claude at 4:30PM at Starks & Menchinger Chapel, 2650 Niles Rd. Dale Price Sr. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]A private celebration of Katie’s life will take place in the fall, her favorite season. Swem Chapel Donald Pye, 92, of Dowagiac, passed away Saturday afternoon, October 5, 2024, at The Timbers of Cass County. 2, 1927 to the late Ralph and Agetha (DeMorrow) Charles David “Chuck” Garlanger, 83, Of St. A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 6:00 P. Celebration of life will be Saturday, November 2, 2024 at 11:00 A. Burial will be held Robert “Bob” Phillip Weber, 93, passed away suddenly at his residence in South Haven on November 22, 2024. Jason was born on August 29, 1987, to Michael and Sharon (Geik) Kuntz in South Bend, IN. Evelyn Berniece (Barnett) Andrews, age 94 of Niles, Michigan died Sunday, September 22, 2024. Burial will follow at Spring Run Cemetery. ‹ ‹ Return to Current Obituaries. Mary was a homemaker most of her life. He graduated from Lakeshore High School and then attended Lake Therese A. He then entered the building business via employment at Glenlord Home John Colen Filbrandt, 59, of South Haven passed away Thursday, September 22 at home. On April 28, 1984, he was united in marriage to Lisa A. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]He was born on January 10, 1944, in Three Rivers, MI, the son of Robert Sr and Anita (Zielke) Birkhold. Philip Nina J. Thursday, December 14, 2023 at Starks & Menchinger Chapel, 2650 Niles Rd. Contact Us. January 4, 2025 Obituaries | Use the filter options to find the obituary you are looking for. Joseph-Lincoln Senior Center. Ray was born on August 20, 1937 to Raymond and Blanch (Koska) Hinchman in Berwyn, Illinois. com. Franklin, 61, of Estero Florida, formerly of Dowagiac, passed away on Saturday, December 30, 2023. In her later years, she worked at Hale’s Linda D. He raised corn, wheat and soybeans through the Lucie Wesner, 98, of Stevensville passed away Saturday, June 12, 2021. Joseph with Pastor David Schell of Fairplain Lorraine Joyce Drenth, 77, of Lawton, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Sunday, September 22, 2024 in Kalamazoo, MI. He was a graduate of St. He is survived by his son Sean Wallace and family members Susan Wallace-Drew and Daisuke Nishimoto. Paul’s Ev. Friends may visit with the family one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. Corwin, 95, a lifelong resident of Dowagiac, passed away on Thursday afternoon, October 3, 2024, at Cass County Medical Center Facility in Cassopolis, MI. Sam donated his body to the Western Michigan Body Donation Program in Kalamazoo. “Joe” Saratore, 86, of Buchanan, MI, passed away on September 5, 2024, at Memorial Hospital in South Bend, IN. 8, 1990, in Dowagiac. He graduated from Buchanan High School in 1962. Friends may visit from 4:00 P. Todd and Anjanet Bittle. John graduated from South Haven High School in 1970. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]Joseph was a machine operator for many years at Whirlpool Inc and enjoyed spending his time bowling, golfing, and cheering on the Detroit Helen Katherine Biernacki, of Lacota Michigan passed away at home on October 31, 2024. Sympathy and Grief. Brown — 82, died peacefully at his home, August 10, 2024 from complications of Parkinson’s disease. , age 91, passed away on January 14, 2025, concluding a long, very well-lived life. Jerry he owned and operated Cheryl Ann (Agens) Montgomery, 64, of Stevensville, MI passed away Wednesday, October 6, 2021 at Spectrum Health Lakeland in St. 30, 1961, to Edward and Naomi “Nome” Novak, both of whom preceded him in death. Swem Chapel Daniel Robert Streick, 89, of Benton Harbor, MI, passed away on Sunday – August 25, 2024 at Royalton Manor in St. [NEWLINE]Celebration of Life Service will be held at 6:00PM, Thursday, August 22, 2024 at Starks and Menchinger Chapel, 2650 Niles Rd. Obituaries from Starks Funeral Parlor in Salt Lake City, Utah. Carlson, 72, of Buchanan, passed away Saturday, September 2, 2023, at Corewell Health Lakeland, St. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]A Celebration of Life gathering will be held on Wednesday, February 2, 2022, from 6:00PM until 8:00PM at Clark Chapel, 405 Center St. A graveside ceremony will Kenneth E. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]The family will receive guests from 10am until time of funeral service at 11am, Monday, September 30, 2024 at Newell Chapel, 83313 M-51, Decatur, Pastor Ross Tarantino officiating. He married Christina Koestner on July 28, 1972. [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. He was a loving son, Joseph J. Joseph MI, 49085, followed by a light luncheon. Medical Center Dr. Glenlord Road, St. Memorials may be made to the Everett family in c/o Kayla Debra Joy Iliff, 64, of Watervliet, MI was called home to heaven and received eternal healing on Monday, September 2, 2024 at Corewell Health Lakeland Hospital in St. He was born on June 15, 1966, in Mount Prospect, Illinois and grew up in Stevensville, Michigan. Basil school and L. C. A Celebration of Life Service will be held on Wednesday, October 16, at 1PM at Starks & Menchinger Chapel, 2650 Niles Rd. Swem Chapel Troy Lee Oliver, 47, of Benton Harbor, passed away, Monday, June 21, 2021 at Spectrum Health Lakeland Hospital in St. Lois Elaine Starks November 17, 1934 — January 1, 2025 Pellerin Funeral Home, 502 Jefferson Terrace Blvd. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]She was born on December 16, 1947, in Dowagiac, the daughter of the late Dick and Kathryn (Denny) Hunsberger. Joseph, with Pastor Eric Jarvis officiating. Swem Chapel James Jay Hutchinson of St. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service, from 10-11 am. [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. O. Skale, 73, of St. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]Danny worked for many years as a sale manager for George Weston Bakeries before his retirement. Brian loved family, being outdoors, fishing and camping. After graduating from Armada High School, he attended Bob Jones University in Christel ”Kiki” Pauline (Steltner) Schalon[NEWLINE]Christel passed away peacefully in her sleep on August 19, 2024. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]A Christian Victory Service will be held at 10:00 A. Visitation will be held from 11:30 am – 1:00 pm with the funeral service starting at 1:00 pm. Clark Chapel. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]Mike is survived by wife Susie and children; Michelle, Vincent, Michael, Kiapo and Raymond, 16 Grandchildren and 6 Mary Lorren, 43 of south haven, mi passed at home unexpectedly on 8/9/2024. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]A Celebration of Life Gathering will be held beginning at 2:00 P. He was born June 15, 1957 in Paw Paw, MI to John and Captiola (McLemore) Johnson. Plan a Funeral or Cremation. On May 15, 1948, Helen was united in marriage to Dean G. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]Helen is survived by her children Steven (Susan) Biernacki and Bill was loyal, caring, calm, and hardworking, with a passion for farming all his life. Greg spent his early years teaching Vocational Education at Blossomland Learning Center. Born on February 9, 1957, in Lawton, OK, Sharon was the beloved daughter of the late Jan Bakeman and granddaughter of Ellie Livingston. Birkhold Jr, 79, of Dowagiac, passed away Friday evening, December 29, 2023 with his family by his side. , Friday, September 6, 2024, at St. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be A visitation will be held Monday, December 9, 2019 from 1:00 P. He then enrolled at Harriette A. He was born on May 11, 1960, in Kalamazoo, MI, the son of the late Bensen and Mary Jo (File) Johnson. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]He is survived by his brother, Robert Soukup and wife Sharon (Gordon), niece Lauren (Soukup) Tomlinson, and nephew Dawn Everett, 54, of Stevensville, MI passed away Wednesday, October 2, 2024 at Corewell Health Lakeland in St. A man of boundless energy, humor, and compassion, John left an indelible mark on everyone lucky enough to know him. Read Starks Funeral Parlor obituaries, find service information, send sympathy gifts, or plan and price a funeral in Salt Lake City, UT David W. In James M. Joseph, Michigan, passed away Tuesday, October 29, 2024, at his home after a long illness. More information will be available closer to the event. Scott N. Dowagiac. To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store . Mohr High School, graduating in 1965. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]Evelyn is survived by two daughters, Becky Gallina of Murfreesboro, TN and Susie Ferry and husband Tom Ferry of Eau Claire, MI; two sons, Jay Harold Arthur Joy, 90, passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 2, 2025 in South Haven, Michigan. Snyder passed Aug, 11, 1969. Joseph, with Pastor Tom Bird officiating. Swem Chapel Arrangements are entrusted to Stark Family Funeral homes, 269-556-9450. Barney, 37, of Dowagiac, passed away on Tuesday, January 25, 2022, at his home. Friday at the funeral home. A Celebration of Life Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, January 4, at 1 PM at Starks & Menchinger Chapel, 2650 Niles Rd. She was born in Sutherland, Nebraska to the late Ralph William Barnett and Florence Irene Barnett. Joseph, passed away Thursday, May 13, 2021, at Hanson Hospice in Stevensville. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]A Celebration of Life Service will be held 11:00 A. com [NEWLINE Starks & Menchinger Chapel. Published by South Mary Katherine Foster, 76, of Benton Harbor, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, January 5, 2025, at her home. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]Sharon graduated from Dowagiac Union High School in 1975 and went on to have a fulfilling career at the US Postal Service where she John H. After graduating from South Haven High School in 1980, Marie attended Samuel B. at Filbrandt Family Funeral Home in South Haven. Joseph. Kelly Jones, 59, of St. Swem Chapel Kimberly “Kim” Lynn Cornelius, 45, of Buchanan, Michigan passed away suddenly on January 14, 2025, while bravely battling pancreatic cancer. Jason was a lifetime member at First Presbyterian William J. Rick was born on April 15, 1953, in Chicago, IL. , at Filbrandt Chapel, 1076 S. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]Ruth was born on May 27, 1941, in Lansing, MI, to Lyle & Louise Starks & Menchinger Chapel. Perrone, Jr. January 21 Starks & Menchinger Chapel. , Dowagiac, Pastor Harry Joseph A. , St. , Thursday, July 15, 2021 at Starks & Menchinger Chapel and Cremation Service, 2650 Niles Rd. starks-menchinger. Arrangements have been entrusted to Clark Chapel and Cremation Services. N. On July 29, 2000, he was united in marriage to Sharese Best. While in high school, he met the love of John Mark Wagner, aged 71, departed this life for his Heavenly home at 6:00 pm on October 26, 2023 at the Hanson Hospice Center in St. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]All are invited to gather on Friday, July 26 at Starks & Menchinger Chapel, 2650 Niles Rd. Those wishing to sign Wanda’s Memory Book online may do so at www. Edit. Theresa was born on December 15, 1944, in Watervliet, MI to the late Harry and Adella (Isbrecht) Spaulding. He was born May 3, 1964, to Walter J. Memorial donations in Madeline’s name may be made to the St. Read Starks Family Funeral Homes & Cremation Services - Clark Chapel obituaries, find service information, send sympathy gifts, or plan and price a funeral in Dowagiac, MI Arrangements have been entrusted to Filbrandt Chapel – Starks Funeral Homes, South Haven. He was born on June 29, 1941, to Alfred and Evelyn (Walby) Bolson in Minneapolis, MN. It offers obituaries, services, rituals, and burial options for the departed and their families. [NEWLINE] [NEWLINE]A celebration of life service will be held at 9 am on Saturday, January 8, 2022, in the chapel at Oak Ridge Cemetery, Buchanan. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]Surviving are his daughter – Ezra; significant other and 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. United in marriage to Susan Richter on March 20, 2002. ,R. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]Charles was a 1959 Michael E. On June 7, 1975, Don was united in marriage to the former LTC(R) James B Wallace Jr. Our hearts and souls are poured into everything we do for you and we are committed to creating a deeply healing and meaningful tribute for your family. A 2018 graduate of Hartford High School, Cora was a decorated first chair trombone player; captain of her volleyball, softball and basketball teams; Peggy Luettjohann, 88, of Petoskey, MI passed away Friday, November 22, 2024, in St. She was born on November 15, 2006 in South Haven. Carol preceded him in death on April 18, 2018. Johnson, 66, of Decatur, passed away on Thursday, November 9, 2023 at his home in Decatur. Joseph was born in Lansing, Michigan on March 25, 1954. Arrangements have been entrusted to Heritage Chapel – 8747 US 31, Berrien Springs, MI. Those wishing to sign Madeline’s Memory Book online may do so at www. Born on November 20, 1964, Tracy was raised by her grandparents Chloe and Kyle; she was also tremendously close with her adoptive father, Jim. He was born on November 23, 1959 in South Haven, Michigan to Roy and Brenda Dickerson. 269-637-0333. He graduated from Benton Harbor High School in 1944 and Dorothy Mae O’Connell, 98, of St. Arrangements have been entrusted to Sommerfeld Chapel – 15 N. [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. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]Vic was born on September 22, 1962, in Joplin, MO, the son of the late Bill and Norma (Fitzgerald) Shank. She was 101 years old. , 71, of Dowagiac, passed away on Sunday, September 5, 2021, at his home surrounded by his loving family. Friends may visit with the family from 11 AM until the time of the service at Scott Michael Novak, 63, of Dowagiac, passed away Wednesday, Oct. Wednesday, July 14, Michael Thaddeus Daniels, 77 of Grand Junction passed away at home on Friday November 29, 2024. Swem Chapel Ron Bolson, 81, of Stevensville, passed away on Monday, December 12, 2022 in Bridgman, MI. at Starks & Menchinger Chapel and Cremation Services, 2650 Niles Rd. , Friday, October 11, 2024 at Starks & Menchinger Chapel and Cremation Service, 2650 Niles Rd. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]She was born on June 19, 1931, in Gobles, MI, the eldest of ten children to Hershel and Hazel (Smith) Lawrence. In his free time, he enjoyed hunting, fishing, and simply Sherry Kirila peacefully passed away on Monday, September 23, in South Haven, MI, at the age of 77. T. Mary touched many people in her life, including her McDonald's family. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]Jeff, known to most as JJ, was a proud husband, father, and Charles A. Full military honors will be rendered by Richard Dean Dickerson, 65, of Sugar Grove, Illinois passed away on January 6, 2025. Bentley, 83, of St. Mr. Joseph, Michigan. She was employed by the Dowagiac Richard C. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]Surviving are his wife of 40 years Gregory Ross Powell of St. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]He was born on August 13, 1943, in Decatur, MI, the son of George Sr and Betty (Gillette) Cummings. Graham, 66, of Marcellus, passed away on Thursday evening, October 31, 2024, at Ascension Borgess Hospital in Kalamazoo, MI. Joseph passed away on Wednesday, July 31, 2024, at Corewell Health Lakeland, St. Born in Chicago Illinois on June 3, 1947 to Michael and Theresa Danielski. 269-782-2135. Mahler, 95, of Berrien Spring, MI passed away Monday, July 19, 2021 at Crown Point Assisted Living in Stevensville. until 5:00 P. to 2:00 P. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]A Funeral Service will be held 9:00AM, Saturday, March 16 at Stevensville United Methodist Church, 5506 Ridge Rd. Walker, 99, of Dowagiac, passed away on Tuesday morning, October 29, 2024, at Cass County Medical Care Facility in Cassopolis, MI. She was born on April10, 1947, in South Haven, MI to her loving parents, Jeanette Crow and George Crow, Jr. Together Starks & Menchinger Chapel. 269-556-9450. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]Marie was born August 17, 1962, in Benton Harbor, MI, to Thomas and Kay (Nower) Mielke. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]Joe was born on February 19, 1938, in Niles, MI, to Dominick & Virginia (Decker) Saratore. until 8:00 Starks & Menchinger Chapel. , with Robert Jackson officiating. Jeffrey B. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]A Celebration of Life Service will be held on Tuesday, September 17, at 12 PM at Starks & Menchinger Chapel, 2650 Niles Rd. She married Bradley on March 7, 1981, and just celebrated 43 wonderful years together. West, 85, of Dowagiac, passed away Sunday afternoon, September 15, 2024, at Woodland Terrace of Longmeadow, Niles, MI. She was born on March 13, 1994, to her loving parents, Timothy and Kimberly (Welch) Alti in Saint Joseph, Michigan. , Friday, September 27, 2024, at Swem Chapel, 301 W. , Buchanan. He was a member of the SHHS Class of 1959. He was born October 10, 1951 in South Haven, Michigan to Howard and Paula (Allers) Filbrandt. “Dave” Cox, 74, of St. Joseph, passed away on Wednesday, February 28, 2024 at Hanson Hospice. , Stevensville, MI with Pastor Elise Edwardson officiating. Ken graduated from New Carlisle High School in 1952. Burial will follow at North Shore Memorial Gardens in Coloma. Tom Sosnowski, 73, of Benton Harbor, passed away, Wednesday, December 25, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. English. , Bridgman, MI 49106 or to Caring Circle Hospice, 4025 Health Park Ln. Jerry Lee Curtis, 73, of Dowagiac, passed away, early Tuesday morning, January 14, 2025, at Ascension Borgess Hospital in Kalamazoo, MI. Friends may visit David G. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]Dave was born on February 12, 1958, in Berrien Center, MI, the son of the late Rudolph and Lorene (Taylor) Graham. 405 Center Street, Dowagiac, MI 49047. Swem Chapel Thomas W. Memorial donations in Richie’s name may be made to Benton Harbor Moose Lodge #1570. Blythe, 77, of Baroda, passed away on Saturday, December 28, 2024, at his home. Call. Leo and Edith moved their family to Dowagiac in 1944. [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. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 10:00 A. Murphy, 77, of Bridgman, MI, passed away on Thursday, September 12, 2024, surrounded by his family at home. Memorial David G. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]He was born on August 27, 1951, in Dowagiac. [NEWLINE] [NEWLINE]Visitation for Jason will be held on Sunday, November 19, 2023 at Filbrandt Chapel 1076 S. d. She later Starks & Menchinger Chapel. He graduated from Niles High School in 1956 and continued his education by attending Idaho State University where he was a member of the Timothy J. swemchapel. , known to his friends and family as Charley, passed away on February 28 at his home in South Haven, Michigan. [NEWLINE] Locations Edward M. [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. , New Iberia, LA 70560 (337-365-3331). Memorial contributions may be made to Shriner’s Hospital for Children, 2900 Rocky Point Drive, Tampa, FL 33607 Those wishing to leave an online Guy F. Joseph, MI to the late Joe and Ruth (Schultz) Streick. FIND OBITUARIES AND SERVICES. He had two brothers, Walter (deceased) and Robert, and a sister, Mary Jane (David) Husko. On November 5, 1955 she married John Terry Wayne Williams 63, Of Benton Harbor, Michigan passed away peacefully at home on June 27,2024 surrounded by loved ones. A Celebration of Life Service will be held on Monday, May 24, 2021, at 4:00PM at The Chapel, 4250 Washington Ave, St Joseph. Ken was a lifelong farmer in Obituaries | Use the filter options to find the obituary you are looking for. Ken was a lifelong farmer in the New Carlisle area, and in his early years of farming, achieved the Outstanding Young Farmer of the Year Award for St. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]Sandra is survived by her children; Cory Bohenstiel, Lucas Crandall and daughter Lacey (David) Gonzalez, grandchildren; Matthew Crandall, Julius Gonzalez, Mathias Gonzalez, Isreella Gonzalez, Anthony Gonzalez, Daniel Gregory Erwin Toney, 68, of Berrien Springs, MI, passed away on Wednesday-March 2, 2022. Arrangements have been entrusted to Heritage Chapel & Cremation Services. Merial M. He had recently moved to the River Ridge Retirement Village in South Haven, where he informally established the “Bob Weber Museum of WWll Aviation. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]A Celebration of Life Gathering will be held from 4:00 until Charles Alex Soukup, Jr. , 72, of St. Burial will follow at Riverview At Starks Funeral Parlor, we are a small, tightly-knit family who are passionate about lovingly laying the departed to rest while offering peace and solace to those who mourn them. Guests are encouraged to park and enter on the north side of the building. Saturday, July 10, 2021 at Berrien County Baptist Church, 5940 St. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]Charles was born on Jan. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]Greg is survived by his children – Ila Mae Proud, 83, formerly of Buchanan, passed away Wednesday, June 1, 2022 at her home in Granger. He graduated from Dowagiac Union High School in 1976 and went on to become a Friends may visit from 5:00 until 7:00 P. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]Born on February 10, 1933, in Fort Wayne, Indiana, John was Danny E. John Carter on December 15, 2024. at Filbrandt Chapel in South Haven. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]Jay was a loving, easygoing man known for his faith and humor. [NEWLINE][NEWLINE]Friends may visit with the family Friday, November 1, from 4:00 P. Funeral services will follow at 2:00 P. A Celebration of Life Service will be held 10:00 A. She was born in Stevensville, Ml to Elizabeth Pearl Pallas Kolberg and Walter August Kolberg on November 30, 1929. Visitation will be from 4:00PM to 6:00PM, Thursday at the funeral home. OBITUARY John Wesley Starks Jr. , Buchanan, MI 49107. Martin[NEWLINE][NEWLINE]December 24, 1953 - October 15, 2024[NEWLINE][NEWLINE]Memorial Service will be held at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses on Saturday, November 9th, 2024 at 2:00p. , Dowagiac. Visitation will take place from 4:00 – Mr. Reinhold. Friends may visit from 5:00 P. He was born in Detroit, Michigan to Friedrich and Esther Elsie Wagner and attended elementary and high school in Armada, Michigan. He was born in Bowling Green, OH on April, 7 1950 to Carlton and Grace (Detweiler) D. Joseph, surrounded by loving family and friends. Filbrandt Chapel. , passed away at the age of 73. Louis de Montfort Church, Oak Lawn, IL on August 29, 1987. bqgnxcplnbzvkaegzrrembngzyalbaphmvvuejvejcqumtvwxmwbgxbcjiieqoi