Local obituaries for Berrien Springs, MI and surrounding areas
Jason Dale Braaksma
Apr 24, 2026
Jason Dale Braaksma, born on February 25, 1980, in Berrien Center, Michigan, passed away on April 24, 2026, in Eau Claire, Michigan, leaving behind a life remembered for hard work, quiet kindness, and a deep love for the things and people that mattered most to him.
Jason lived his life with a steady spirit and a practical hand. He was a...
William Devaprasad Daniel
Apr 20, 2026
William Devaprasad Daniel, age 96, of Eau Claire, Michigan, passed peacefully into the arms of his Lord on April 20, 2026. Born on May 16, 1929, in Madras, India, William lived a life of extraordinary faith, deep family devotion, and a joy-filled spirit that touched everyone who knew him.
At the center of William's life was his love for God, a...
Joan Clausen
Apr 14, 2026
Wanda Joan Clausen, born on August 17, 1934, in Hinsdale, Illinois, passed away on April 14, 2026, at her home in Berrien Springs, Michigan at the age of 91.
Joan was the daughter of Opal (Schlegel) and Homer Wilson. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Lowell “Slim” Clausen, and her daughter, Cindy Clausen. She is survived by...
Kenneth Dale Chastain
Apr 13, 2026
Kenneth Dale Chastain, born on September 29, 1953, in Niles, Michigan, passed away surrounded by the love of his family and the many memories he created throughout his life. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend whose kind spirit and easygoing nature touched everyone who knew him.
Ken was preceded in death by his parents, Diva (Staton)...
Virginia Mae Lusk
Apr 8, 2026
Virginia “Ginny” Mae (Powell) Lusk of Eighty Four, Pennsylvania died on April 8, 2026 at her niece's home in Berrien Springs, Michigan after a short illness. She lived a life marked by faith, devotion, and kindness.
Ginny was the cherished daughter of John and Mary (Milhoan) Powell. The fifth of seven children, she remained close to her brothers and sisters throughout...
David Paul Emerson
Mar 30, 2026
David Paul Emerson, age 88, of Sodus, Michigan, passed away on March 30, 2026. He was born on August 15, 1937, in Coloma, Michigan, and lived a life marked by love, faith, and devotion to his family and community.
David was a loving, kind, and faith-filled man who carried himself with quiet strength and a generous spirit. He was a Christian...
Herbert John Gust
Mar 28, 2026
Herbert John Gust, age 58, of Stevensville, Michigan, passed away on March 28, 2026. He was born on October 9, 1967, in Watertown, Wisconsin, to Minnie (Mueller) and Helmut Gust, who preceded him in death.
Herbert lived a life marked by love, faith, and adventure. He was a devoted husband to Vanessa Lynn Gust, and together they shared a marriage that...
Ramona Lee Hines
Mar 18, 2026
Ramona Lee Hines, 94, passed away March 18, 2026, in Berrien Springs, after a brief illness.
Born February 17, 1932, in Hinsdale, Illinois, Ramona grew up in nearby Downers Grove. Her parents were Raymond and Viola (Abner) Crubaugh. A beautiful person inside and out, Ramona was a top student and cheerleader at Downers Grove high school, where she was crowned school...
Devin Roy Bidwell
Mar 17, 2026
Devin Roy Bidwell, devoted husband, father, brother, uncle, and friend, passed away peacefully on March 17, 2026, at his home in Berrien Springs, Michigan. Born on November 11, 1966, in Marshfield, Wisconsin, he lived a vibrant life filled with love, laughter, and the great outdoors.
He is survived by his loving wife, Beverly Bidwell, and their cherished children, David, Mary, and...
Eileen Rochelle Dry
Mar 10, 2026
Eileen Rochelle Dry, aged 68, passed away peacefully on March 10, 2026, in St. Joseph, Michigan. Born in Zimbabwe, Africa on October 28, 1957, to Marilyn Jane (Jensen) Dry and John Dry, both of whom predeceased her, Eileen grew to become a beacon of love and kindness within her community and will be deeply missed by everyone who knew her.
Eileen...
Maureen Ann Paulin
Mar 6, 2026
Maureen Ann (Peterson) Paulin, a beacon of warmth and nurturing love, passed away peacefully on March 6, 2026, at the age of 74, in Eau Claire, Michigan. Born on May 17, 1951, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, Maureen's life was a testament to her unwavering commitment to family, friends, and an enduring faith.
Gifted with a heart that recognized the joy in...
Jan Shoop
Mar 3, 2026
Jan Shoop, age 83, passed away peacefully on March 3, 2026. She was born on July 10, 1942, in Minot, North Dakota, to Kermit and Helen (Golder) Hustad.
Jan and Frank Shoop were married on October 24, 1987. When they married, God brought their families together, forming a blended family of five children: Robert (Rhonda) Feury Jr., Pam (Tim) Britt, Cheryl...
Patricia Louise Clanton
Feb 25, 2026
Patricia Louise Clanton, a loving teacher, counselor and friend passed away peacefully on February 25 at the Corewell Health Merlin and Carolyn Hanson Hospice Center in St. Joseph, Michigan. Pat graduated from Berrien Springs High School in 1956 and Andrews University in 1962 with a B.A. in French and Secretarial Science. She later received a Masters degree in Counselor Education...
Connie Lawrence
Feb 23, 2026
Connie Marie (Reynolds) Lawrence passed away peacefully on February 23, 2026, in Chicago, Illinois, at the age of 76, with her beloved daughter Kelly by her side.
She was born April 2nd, 1949 in Wooster, Ohio where she graduated from Wooster High School in 1967. She worked as a secretary and bookkeeper for David Shafer Oil Producers for many years and...
Michael Wayne Medlin
Feb 14, 2026
Michael Wayne Medlin, a spirited and loving man known for his infectious humor and adventurous spirit, passed away peacefully of natural causes on February 14, 2026, in Eau Claire, Michigan. Born on April 25, 1958, in Chicago, Illinois, to the late Dewain E. and Carmella A. (Fedele) Medlin, Michael's journey through life was one marked by joy, service, and an...
Peter Sankata Kaoma
Feb 7, 2026
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Peter Sankata Kaoma, who left this world on February 7, 2026, in Berrien Springs, Michigan at the age of 47 years. Born on March 22, 1978, in Ndola, Zambia, Peter's journey through life has been a testament to his indomitable spirit and unwavering faith. He was the cherished son,...
Patricia Belle Kerbs
Feb 3, 2026
Patricia Belle (Adams) Kerbs, a beacon of love and generosity, passed away peacefully on February 3, 2026, at the age of 89 in Berrien Springs, Michigan. Born in Los Angeles, California, on June 19, 1936, to Everett and Bernice (Bradt) Adams. Pat and her high school sweetheart, Jim Adam Kerbs, were married on September 18, 1955. She was 19 years...
Beverly Jean Smith
Feb 1, 2026
Beverly Jean (Benjamin) Smith, aged 69, passed away from ongoing health complications on February 1, 2026, at her home in Berrien Springs, Michigan. Born on September 13, 1956, in South Bend, Indiana, Beverly was the treasured daughter of the late Donald Benjamin and Helen (Cole) Miller. She was the beloved sister to William Benjamin, Sharon Kaufman, and Michael Benjamin, who...
Paul Alan Goetzke
Jan 25, 2026
Paul A. Goetzke, 59, of Berrien Springs, Michigan, passed away at home on January 25, 2026. Paul was born on May 9, 1966 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin to Lloyd and Esther Goetzke.
Paul is survived by his sister, Debbie Lemon, brother-in-law, Steve Lemon and nephews Michael and Jason Lemon. He was preceded in death by his parents.
He was a proud member of...
Danny Royce Kauffman
Jan 15, 2026
Danny Royce Kauffman, born on May 26, 1946, to the late Henry and Ellen (Nightenhelser) Kauffman in Mishawaka, Indiana, passed away on January 15, 2026, in Niles, Michigan. Danny's life was a testament to dedication, service, and family.
Danny honorably served his country as a member of the U.S. Air Force; a chapter of his life that deeply shaped the man...
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