Obituaries

Apr 18, 2019

Anna May Conelley, nee Wilson, 83, of Liberty Twp., Ohio, formerly of Niles, went peacefully to be with her Savior on Thursday, April 18, 2019, after enduring a long battle with dementia. Anna May was loved by many, including her husband of 48 years, Fredrick L. Conelley, who faithfully cared for her in her last years; her daughter, Cynthia A....

Apr 15, 2019

Jonathan Fesler, first of his name, King of the Chicken Haulers, decorated veteran and protector of the right to party has passed away after a long battle with Chronic Lymphoma Leukemia. If he were here, I’m sure he would say “Well isn’t this a fine pickle I’ve gotten myself into”. Jon passed peacefully on Monday morning, April 15, 2019 surrounded...

Mar 31, 2019

David G. Root, 65, of Berrien Springs, died Sunday morning, March 31, 2019, at home. He was born September 1, 1953, in Maryville, Tennessee, the son of George H. and Helen L. (Curtis) Root. He married Pamela Irwin and together raised their family. David worked for Chardon Rubber. Survivors include his wife, Pamela; son, Jason D. Root Sr.; daughter, Alissa...

Mar 31, 2019

Phyllis Belle Lausman, 91, of Baroda, on March 31, 2019, departed this life's trial to join the company of those who wait for the return of the Lamb to raise His Own. Phyllis was born October 26, 1927 in Benton Harbor, the daughter of Henry and Olga (Felgner) Monty. She married LeRoy Lausman on March 16, 1946, and together they...

Mar 29, 2019

Thomas Dale Davis, of Eau Claire, passed away on his 85th birthday surrounded by his family on Friday, March 29, 2019. Tom was born to Ben and Alta Davis in Batesville, Arkansas in 1934. He was a graduate of Eau Claire High School in 1952. Tom married Nancy Lou LaVanway on September 4, 1954, at Congregational Church in Eau Claire....

Mar 27, 2019

Linda Marie Russell died March 27, 2019, after a courageous battle with Alzheimer's disease. She was born September of 1942 in Baroda Michigan to Aaron and Leota (Dibble) Barker. She attended Lakeshore High school, graduating in 1960. Linda married and raised two children. She began a career with the American Automobile Association in the mid 1970s and retired in 2000....

Mar 25, 2019

Virginia Anne Watson, 74, of Pipestone Township died peacefully at her home on Monday, March 25, 2019. Services celebrating her life will be Saturday, March 30, at Chapel Hill United Methodist Church in Sodus, with visitation at 11 a.m. and services at noon. Cremation has taken place. Online messages www.bowermanfuneral.com. Virginia was born on October 14, 1944 in Benton Harbor...

Mar 9, 2019

Matilde Hernandez, 87, of Benton Harbor, died Saturday, March 9, 2019, at Royalton Manor in St. Joseph. Funeral services will be Friday, March 15, at Bright Star Tabernacle in Eau Claire, where friends may visit from 11 a.m. until service time at 1 p.m. Pastor Mike Fields will officiate. Burial will be at North Shore Memory Gardens, Coloma. Bowerman Funeral...

Mar 2, 2019

James W. Cheatham, 60, of Eau Claire, died Saturday, March 2, 2019, at Lakeland Medical Center in St. Joseph. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday, March 6, at Bowerman Funeral Home, Eau Claire, with burial following at Caldwell Cemetery. Friends may visit from 6-8 p.m. Tuesday, March 5, at the funeral home, and share messages online at www.bowermanfuneral.com....

Feb 28, 2019

Florence C. Gillman, 100, formerly of Berrien Springs, died Thursday, Feb. 28, 2019, at Riveridge Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center in Niles. Memorial services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday, March 19, in the Youth Chapel of Pioneer Memorial Church on the campus of Andrews University, where she was a member. Inurnment will be at the Rose Hill Cemetery Columbarium. Messages...

Feb 23, 2019

Linda Akright, 73, of Sodus, passed away Friday, February 23, 2019, surrounded by her family. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, March 2, at Bowerman Funeral Home in Eau Claire. Burial will be at Mount Pleasant Cemetery in Sodus. Friends may visit with the family at the funeral home from 6-8 p.m. Friday, March 1, and from 9...

Feb 22, 2019

Helen Lucille Schmeichel, 91, of Niles, formerly of Berrien Springs, passed away Friday, Feb. 22, 2019, at West Woods of Niles. Helen was born Sept. 25, 1927, to Otto and Emma (Milnick) Schmidt. Her husband, Carl, whom she married on Feb. 14, 1948, preceded her in death on May 30, 1999. Helen is survived by her two sons: Robert (Roberta...

Feb 20, 2019

Margo Jean Spletzer, 39, of Eau Claire, died Wednesday, February 20, 2019, at home. A memorial service will be held at 3 p.m. Sunday, February 24, at Bowerman Funeral Home in Eau Claire, where friends are invited to visit beginning at 1 p.m. Messages and memories may be shared online at www.bowermanfuneral.com. Margo was born July 21, 1979, in Berrien...

Feb 19, 2019

Doris Berneice Eggleston Brohman, 89, of Berrien Springs, died early Tuesday, Feb. 19, 2019, at Hanson Hospice Center in Stevensville. Funeral service will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 23, at Allred Funeral Home in Berrien Springs, with Pastor O’Ryan Rickard of Arden United Methodist Church officiating. Friends may visit from 6-8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home, and leave...

Feb 16, 2019

Michael Kremers, 57, of Eau Claire, passed away surrounded by his family on February 16, 2019 after suffering a cardiac arrest. Michael loved fishing and spending time outdoors. He was an avid Notre Dame and Chicago Cubs and Bears fan. He dreamt of traveling the country, camping and searching for gold. Michael brought joy, laughter, and love to all who...

Feb 1, 2019

Glen Shoop was born on January 17, 1947 in Berrien Springs, and transitioned to heaven on February 1, 2019 while on vacation in Florida. He was the youngest of three children of Homer and Doris Shoop of Berrien Springs. Glen fell in love with Jill Benson, and proposed to her two weeks after they began dating. They were married for...

Jan 29, 2019

Aaron M. Demarest, 65, of St. Joseph, died Tuesday, Jan. 29, 2019, at home. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 3, at Allred Funeral Home, Berrien Springs, where friends may visit beginning at 1 p.m. Memorials may be made to Ruth Murdoch Elementary School. Online messages may be left at www.allredfuneralhome.com. Aaron was born Nov....

Jan 21, 2019

John King, 80, of Sodus died Jan. 21, 2019, in his home. He was born Jan. 27, 1938, in Benton Harbor to Harold and Mildred King. John raised tree fruit on the land where his father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and great-great-grandfather had once farmed. He was chosen Outstanding Young Farmer in 1967 by the Benton Harbor/St. Joseph Jaycees. In addition to...

Jan 18, 2019

Jan 17, 2019

Sharon M. Fedoruk, 69, formerly of Berrien Springs, died Thursday, Jan. 17, 2019 at her residence in Battle Creek. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 26, at St. Gabriel Catholic Church, Berrien Springs. Visitation will be 6-8 p.m. Friday, Jan. 25, at Allred Funeral Home, with a Rosary at 8 p.m., and 10-11 a.m. Saturday...