Local obituaries for Berrien Springs, MI and surrounding areas
Janet Von Robards
May 29, 2025
Janet V. Robards, beloved mother, grandmother, and sister, passed away peacefully on the morning of May 29, 2025, in Saint Joseph, Michigan. Born on October 28, 1940, in Buchanan, Michigan, Janet lived a life defined by love, resilience, faith and enjoyment in the simple beauties of life.
Janet was the cherished daughter of the late Oscar and Ruth Zelmer (Backus). She...
Maria Irene Castillo
May 26, 2025
Maria Irene Espinoza Castillo, passed away on May 26, 2025, at Corewell Health Systems in St. Joseph, Michigan. Born on October 20, 1951, in Mission, Texas, she was a cherished soul who filled the lives of those around her with kindness and care.
Maria was the beloved wife of Arturo Castillo, with whom she shared a lifetime of joy and companionship....
Randy Eugene Case
May 20, 2025
Randy Eugene Case, a treasured soul known for his thoughtful nature, kindness, and friendly demeanor, passed away peacefully on May 20, 2025, in Stevensville, Michigan. Born on January 25, 1945, in Benton Harbor, Michigan, Randy lived a life marked by love, service, and an unwavering dedication to his family and community.
Randy was the beloved husband of Delores J. (Wagner) Case,...
Jennifer J Myers
May 20, 2025
Jennifer Jean Myers, a beloved daughter, mother, grandmother and friend, went to her rest on May 20, 2025, at Hanson Hospice Center in Stevensville, Michigan. Born on August 4, 1976, in Niles, Michigan, Jennifer's life was a testament to the power of love and compassion.
Jennie was born to Jonathan Myers and Sue Myers (now Collier). She was raised in Berrien...
Marlene Mast
May 18, 2025
With profound love and respect, we honor the memory of Marlene (Moon) Mast, a beacon of kindness and generosity to all who knew her. Born on August 19, 1942, in South Bend, Indiana, Marlene graced this world with her presence for nearly 83 years before peacefully passing away in Saint Joseph, Michigan, on May 18, 2025.
Marlene's life was characterized by...
Susan Claire Wills
May 16, 2025
Susan Claire Wills, born on March 26, 1957, in Walla Walla, Washington, was a beacon of kindness and generosity to all who knew her. She passed away peacefully in Berrien Springs, Michigan, on May 16, 2025. Susan’s creative spirit and quiet, authentic presence left an indelible mark on her community.
Susan’s formative years were spent in the nurturing embrace of her...
Lorraine Mary Drew
May 14, 2025
Lorraine Mary Drew (Schenk)
Cardinals, camping, friends, family
Super Powers – listening, friendship
After only one week into her 94th year, on May 14, 2025, Lorraine Mary Drew (Schenk) passed away at home. She is resting in Jesus and has the hope that with the return of her Lord and Savior, she will be resurrected to a reunion with her husband of 63...
Gail Vallieres
May 12, 2025
J. Gail (Vanick) Vallieres (87), a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister-in-law, and friend, passed away peacefully on May 12, 2025, in Berrien Springs, MI. She was born on March 13, 1938, in Chicago, IL, to William and Grace (Boyd) Vanick. Gail was a tender, kind-hearted lady, and her memory will be cherished forever.
Gail was preceded in death by her parents,...
Eleanor Ruth Heminger
Apr 24, 2025
Eleanor Ruth Heminger, 98, of Berrien Center, a cherished matriarch and beacon of love, passed peacefully on April 24, 2025. She was born on January 9, 1927, in Dowagiac, Michigan, to a world that would be forever brightened by her presence.
Guided by her loving, kind, and courageous spirit, Eleanor built a life rich with family and service, touching countless hearts...
Pat Whitney
Apr 16, 2025
Mary Patricia Whitney, passed away peacefully on April 16, 2025, at the age of 98 in Buchanan, Michigan. Born on August 7, 1926, in Los Angeles, California, Pat’s life was a tapestry of cherished moments and enduring relationships.
Pat's journey began as the daughter of Dr. Clifford and Olive (Danielson) Andrews, and she grew up alongside her siblings, Danny and Bonnie....
Virginia Ardis Skibbe
Apr 14, 2025
Virginia Ardis (Franz) Skibbe, a beacon of love and selflessness, passed away peacefully on April 14, 2025, in Eau Claire, Michigan. Born on December 15, 1944, in Sodus, Michigan, Virginia's life was a testament to her unwavering kindness and dedication to others.
Virginia's early years were spent in the nurturing company of her parents, Stanley Franz and Alice (Truhn) Franz. She...
Russell Lynn Staples
Apr 7, 2025
Russell Lynn Staples, a cherished patriarch, esteemed educator, and beacon of kindness, passed away peacefully on April 7, 2025, in Niles, Michigan, at the venerable age of 100. Born on November 4, 1924, in the picturesque town of Oudtshoorn, South Africa, Russell's journey was marked by a profound dedication to family, faith, and the pursuit of knowledge.
Russell's early years in...
Linda Diane Preston
Apr 7, 2025
Linda Diane Preston, a beacon of love and kindness, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on April 7, 2025, at Corewell Health in Saint Joseph, Michigan. Born on May 18, 1957, to Perry Dean Clark and Donna Mae (Neitzel) Clark, Linda's life was a testament to the power of selfless love and the joy of family.
Linda's journey began...
Bruce Wrenn
Mar 29, 2025
Bruce Wrenn was born Nov. 9, 1950, in Mobile, AL, the youngest child of Walter and Winona (Jeffrey) Wrenn. He passed to his rest on March 29, 2025, in Granger Indiana. He spent his early years in Bay Minette, AL and married his childhood sweetheart Jan Carmichael on June 12, 1971. He graduated Cum Laude with a bachelor’s degree in...
Barbara Lynn Schoene
Mar 26, 2025
Barbara Was born August 2, 1938, to parents Donald and Ruth Grove, on the NW Side of Chicago. After graduation, she started working for American Airlines. It was there she met the love of her life Larry Schoene. They married had 3 Children and in 1973 moved to Sodus MI. It was there that Barbara took up many hobbies. From...
Julia Cristina Miranda
Mar 22, 2025
Julia Cristina Miranda (née Cáceres Thomann) age 81, of Berrien Springs, Michigan, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on the Sabbath, March 22, 2025. Julie, as she was affectionately known, was a beloved daughter, sister, friend, aunt, wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother.
Born in El Espejo, Chile on June 18, 1943, she immigrated to the United States as a young woman....
Diane Lynn Ford
Mar 20, 2025
Diane Lynn Ford, a beacon of kindness, passed away peacefully on March 20, 2025, in Saint Joseph, Michigan. Born on October 13, 1953, in Columbus, Wisconsin, Diane's radiant smile and warm heart touched countless lives throughout her 71 years.
Diane, known for her boundless love and friendly demeanor, will be deeply missed by all who knew her. She was preceded in...
Elizabeth Jane Fleenor
Mar 16, 2025
Elizabeth “Becky” (Norman) Fleenor a cherished mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend, passed away peacefully at her home on March 16, 2025, in Berrien Springs, Michigan, at the age of 84. Born on August 10, 1940, in Jacksonville, Illinois, Becky’s life was a testament to her loving nature and faith-filled spirit.
Becky's journey through life was marked by her dedication to...
Jewel A Stemm
Mar 15, 2025
Jewel A Stemm, aged 95, passed away peacefully on March 15, 2025, in Hudson, FL. Born April 23, 1929, in Jonesboro, AR, she lived a long and fulfilling life characterized by her loving nature, kindness, and generosity. Jewel’s warmth of spirit and unwavering support left an indelible mark on the hearts of those who knew her, and her presence will...
Sonie Jean Paustian
Mar 2, 2025
Sonie Jean Paustian, aged 76, passed away peacefully on March 2, 2025, in Eau Claire, Michigan, surrounded by the love of her family. Born on December 1, 1948, in Benton Harbor, Michigan, Sonie was a beacon of joy and kindness to all who knew her.
Sonie spent over three decades serving her community as a dedicated waitress and cook, bringing smiles...
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