Local obituaries for Berrien Springs, MI and surrounding areas
Benjamin Fredrick Blackiston
Feb 28, 2025
Benjamin Fredrick Blackiston was called home to be with his Lord on February 28, 2025.
Born in the family farmhouse in New Albany, Indiana, Benjamin entered this world on May 4,1943 to Benjamin C. and Stella (Ramsier) Blackiston. He was a friendly, enthusiastic boy who loved to fish, play baseball, and find Native American arrowheads along the Ohio River.
As he grew,...
Kris Roger Davis
Feb 25, 2025
Kris Roger Davis, a cherished husband, adored father, loving grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on February 25, 2025, in Berrien Springs, Michigan, at the age of 64. Born on April 19, 1960, in Saint Joseph, Michigan, Kris was a man whose life was defined by his unwavering love for his family, his passion for golfing and his infectious sense...
Maxine Ida-Mae Heim
Feb 25, 2025
Maxine Ida-Mae (Squier) Heim, 95, passed away on Tuesday, February 25, 2025, in Stevensville, Michigan, after a brief stay at the Hanson Hospice Center.
Maxine was born on July 16, 1929, in Glendale, California, to the late Russell Grefe Squier (a general contractor) and Beatrice Maxine (Ogden) Squier (a nurse).
Maxine was raised as a small child in Oregon and California and...
Stephanie Ann Dziekanowski
Feb 24, 2025
Stephanie Ann Dziekanowski, a beacon of love and generosity, passed away peacefully on February 24, 2025, in Dowagiac, Michigan, at the age of 34. Born on September 6, 1990, in Berrien Center, Michigan, Stephanie's vibrant spirit and infectious laughter brought joy to all who knew her.
A proud graduate of Berrien Springs High School, Stephanie carried the same dedication and enthusiasm...
Rachel Lyda Kohles
Feb 21, 2025
Rachel Lyda (Brittain) Kohles, a cherished wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on February 21, 2025, in Niles, Michigan, at the age of 85. Born on April 14, 1939, in Morganton, North Carolina, Rachel's life was a testament to her loving, kind, and gentle spirit.
Rachel was the beloved wife of Harry Kohles, with whom she shared...
Michael Anthony Duffy
Feb 19, 2025
Michael Anthony Duffy, a cherished husband, father, and skilled tradesman, passed away peacefully on February 19, 2025, in Stevensville, MI at Hanson Hospice Center who took excellent care of him. Born on April 13, 1938, in Wauseon, Ohio, Michael's life was marked by his loving nature, kindness, and handy skills that he generously shared with all who knew him.
Michael's journey...
John James Mendel
Feb 14, 2025
John James Mendel, a beacon of love and generosity, passed away peacefully on February 14, 2025, at the age of 95 in St. Joseph, Michigan. Born on December 28, 1929, in New Orleans, Louisiana, to Henry A. Mendel and Cynthia A (Levy) Mendel, John's life was a testament to the power of education, the beauty of nature, and the strength...
Stevan Krkljus
Feb 10, 2025
Stevan Krkljus, a cherished father and grandfather, skilled carpenter, and beloved member of the Berrien Springs community, passed away at the age of 80 on February 10, 2025. Stevan was born in the town of Sajkas, Serbia on July 8, 1944. He was the son of Slavka and Jovan Krkljus and grew up with his three younger siblings Rade, Stojan...
Roger Herman Wilkins
Feb 10, 2025
Roger Herman Wilkins, aged 81, passed away peacefully on February 10, 2025, in Sodus, Michigan. Born on February 2, 1944, in Chicago, Illinois, he was a proud son to the late Roger and Anneliese (Lehmbruch) Wilkins. Roger served with distinction in the U.S. Navy, after which he dedicated his career to engineering, where his ingenuity and diligence left a lasting...
Ann Bauer
Feb 9, 2025
Ann Bauer of Berrien Springs was born in 1914 in a sod house on the western prairies of North Dakota. Her parents immigrated from Russia around 1903, seeking freedom and an escape from their fear of an imminent Revolution. Ann was the oldest of 5 children who grew up on a farm, but after high school graduation in 1937 traveled...
Michelle Annette Nwoke
Feb 8, 2025
Michelle Annette (Mendel) Nwoke, aged 63, passed away peacefully on February 8, 2025, in Kalamazoo, Michigan.
On May 26, 1961, in Washington DC, our world was made brighter and more beautiful with the entrance of a blessed baby girl named Michelle. Michelle lived up to the divine anointing of her name which means, “Who is like God?” and was a beacon...
Margaret Amelia Redelings
Feb 8, 2025
Margaret Amelia (Zelmer) Redelings, a beacon of love and faith, passed away peacefully on February 8, 2025, in St. Joseph, Michigan, at the age of 80. Born on September 2, 1944, in Fresno, California, Margaret's gentle spirit and kind heart touched the lives of many throughout her remarkable journey.
Margaret's professional life was marked by her dedicated service as a courthouse...
Judy D. Zimmerman
Feb 7, 2025
Judith D. (Hill) Zimmerman, a beacon of kindness and selflessness, passed away peacefully on February 7, 2025, in Saint Joseph, Michigan at age 90. Born on April 16, 1934, in Belleville, Illinois, Judy’s life was a testament to the power of love, education, and faith.
Judy’s journey began as the cherished daughter of Leonard Hill and Freda (Pierce) Hill, both of...
Marilyn Marie Lowe
Feb 4, 2025
Marilyn Marie (Hutson) Lowe, a beacon of love and kindness, passed away peacefully on February 4, 2025, at the age of 95 in Baroda, Michigan. Born on September 4, 1929, in Terre Haute, Indiana, Marilyn's life was a testament to the power of generosity and the warmth of an ever-present smile.
Marilyn was the cherished daughter of the late Glen Hutson...
Deborah Ann Henry
Jan 29, 2025
Deborah Ann Henry, a heartwarmingly loving and unfailingly kind soul, passed away peacefully on January 29, 2025, at her residence in St. Joseph, Michigan. Born on September 23, 1957, in Chicago, Illinois, Deborah's journey through life was marked by an unwavering positivity that touched all who knew her.
Her early years in Chicago were the foundation of a life characterized by...
Joel Carrizales
Jan 29, 2025
Joel Carrizales, a cherished soul known for his loving nature, selfless acts, and friendly demeanor, passed away peacefully on January 29, 2025, in Berrien Springs, at the age of 74. Born on July 18, 1950, in McAllen, Texas to Jose Carrizales and Felicitas (Cantu) Carrizales, Joel's journey through life was marked by an unwavering commitment to his family, a dedicated...
Robert Bruce Mow Jr.
Jan 28, 2025
Robert Bruce Mow Jr., a father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away on January 28, 2025, at the age of 82 in Granger, Indiana. Born on April 25, 1942, in South Bend, Indiana, Robert's life was marked by his loving nature, kindness, and a sense of humor that brought joy to all who knew him.
Robert, affectionately known as Bob...
Barbara Nadine Hamlin
Jan 28, 2025
Barbara Nadine Hamlin passed away peacefully in her sleep on January 28, 2025, at the age of 88, in Midland, Michigan. Born on July 1, 1936, in Six Lakes, Michigan, Barbara was the youngest of 7 children born to Harry and Ethel Medford.
Barbara was still young when they moved to a farm in Lakeview, Michigan. She was raised in the...
Ronald Becker Graham
Jan 24, 2025
Ronald Becker Graham, a cherished soul known for his loving and kind nature, passed away peacefully in his home on January 24, 2025, surrounded by his family. Born on March 31, 1939, in Paw Paw, Michigan, Ronald's life was a testament of his dedication to God, his family, and to Christian education.
Ronald's early years were spent in the nurturing care...
Patrick Edward Drazen
Jan 23, 2025
Patrick Edward Drazen was born on December 29th, 1951, at Garfield Park Hospital in Chicago, IL, and passed away on January 23rd, 2025, at Lakeland Hospital in St. Joseph, MI. Patrick's journey through life was marked by intellectual curiosity, a love for the arts, and an unwavering commitment to his craft.
Patrick, a proud Class of 1970 graduate of J. Sterling...
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