Local obituaries for Berrien Springs, MI and surrounding areas
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...
Rajoaman Nainggolan
Jan 23, 2025
Rajoaman Nainggolan, a beacon of wisdom and kindness, passed away peacefully on January 23, 2025 at the age of 90. Born on August 17, 1934, in North Sumatra, Indonesia, Rajoaman's life was a testament to his unwavering faith and dedication to education. He leaves behind a legacy of love, learning, and devout service to God.
Rajoaman was the cherished husband of...
Bernice Ruth Burbach
Jan 23, 2025
Bernice Ruth (Hahn) Burbach passed away peacefully on January 23, 2025, at the age of 99. She was a truly loving, kind, and funny individual who will be forever remembered. Born on May 18, 1925, in Stevensville, Michigan, Bernice was a cherished daughter to the late Robert Hahn and Alice (Kuball) Hahn. She was a life-long member of Grace Lutheran...
Araceli Malagon
Jan 22, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved Araceli, who left us on January 22, 2025, at the age of 15. Araceli was a loving soul whose presence touched the lives of everyone who knew her. Despite facing significant health challenges, she showed incredible strength.
Araceli's light will forever shine in our hearts and memories. She was always our...
Diva Jewell Chastain
Jan 22, 2025
Diva Jewell (Staton) Chastain, a cherished matriarch and beacon of warmth, passed away peacefully on January 22, 2025, at the age of 95 in Berrien Springs, Michigan. Born on March 17, 1929, in Beech Grove, Arkansas, to Audie Ollis Staton and Emily (Brashears) Staton, Diva's life was a testament to love, dedication, and the joy of family.
Diva's journey began alongside...
Edward "Ed" Earl Harden
Jan 21, 2025
Edward Earl Harden, a man of profound kindness and wisdom, passed away peacefully on January 21, 2025, in Niles, Michigan, at the age of 84. Born on February 19, 1940, in Detroit, Michigan, to Wade Herman Harden and Mary Gertrude (Ebertz) Harden, Ed's early years in the bustling city laid the foundation for a life marked by hard work and...
Eleanor Jean Fleming
Jan 19, 2025
Eleanor Jean McCalment Fleming, a beacon of love and resilience, passed away peacefully on January 19, 2025, at the age of 94, in Stevensville, Michigan. Born on January 30, 1930, in Veedersburg, Indiana, to Omer and Marguerite (Aldrich) McCalment, Eleanor's life was a tapestry of devotion to her family, friends, and community.
Eleanor's early years in Indiana laid the foundation for...
Philip Daniel Justice
Jan 17, 2025
Philip Daniel Justice, a man of boundless humor and kindness, passed away peacefully on January 17, 2025, at the age of 56, in Benton Harbor, Michigan. Born on May 10, 1968, in Berrien Center, Michigan, Philip was a beloved father, brother, and friend who left an indelible mark on the hearts of those who knew him.
Philip was preceded in death...
Eldon Charles Collier Jr.
Jan 14, 2025
Eldon Charles Collier Jr. was a cherished husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and friend. He passed away peacefully on January 14, 2025, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, at the age of 89. He was born to Eldon and Beatrice Collier on December 24, 1935 in Sandwich, Illinois. Eldon and his family moved to Michigan when he was a young child.
Eldon started his...
Ramona Kathryn Greenhaw
Jan 12, 2025
Ramona Kathryn (Heim) Greenhaw, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on January 12, 2025, at the age of 86. Born on November 24, 1938 in Guthrie, Oklahoma to John Heim and Ethel (Stewart) Heim. Ramona was a cherished wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and educator who left a mark on the hearts of all who knew her. She grew up...
Bonnie Sue Howe
Jan 1, 2025
Bonnie Sue (Stone) Howe, a beacon of kindness and love, passed away peacefully on January 1, 2025, at the age of 80 in St. Joseph, Michigan. Born on November 30, 1944, in Michigan, Bonnie's life was a testament to her unwavering dedication to her family, her passion for caring for others, and her friendly nature that touched the hearts of...
Cynthia Lee Courtright
Dec 29, 2024
Cynthia Courtright, a beacon of kindness and love, passed away peacefully on December 29, 2024, in St. Joseph, Michigan. Cynthia Lee Weber was born in Benton Harbor Michigan on June 12,1947. She was a witty woman with a quiet strength and unwavering convictions.
Cindy’s early years were spent on her family farm in Benton Harbor, where she also attended school. Her...
Ruth Ellen Poirier
Dec 28, 2024
Ruth Ellen (Vertz) Poirier, a beacon of love and faith, passed away on December 28, 2024, at the age of 90 in St. Joseph, Michigan. She was surrounded by her family as she slipped from this life into her heavenly home that awaited her. She was a daughter, sister, wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt, and friend who brought joy and...
Donald Lewis Hilliard Jr.
Dec 23, 2024
Donald Lewis Hilliard Jr., a man of strong character and a loving heart, passed away peacefully on December 23, 2024, at Hanson Hospice House in Stevensville, Michigan. Born on December 11, 1948, in Jacksonville, Illinois, Donald's journey through life was marked by his dedication to his family, his passion for his interests, and his unwavering faith.
Donald was a cherished son...
Robert Ray Cantrell
Dec 21, 2024
Bobby Ray Cantrell, a cherished father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on December 21, 2024, in Sodus, Michigan. Born on December 7, 1944, in Isola, Mississippi, Bobby's life was a testament to the enduring power of love, kindness, and humor.
Bobby's early years in Isola laid a strong foundation for the man he would become. After graduating from high...
Kimberly Jeanne Hess
Dec 18, 2024
Kimberly Jeanne Hess, a beacon of love and kindness, passed away peacefully on December 18, 2024, at the age of 56 in St. Joseph, Michigan. Born on August 17, 1968, in Benton Harbor, Michigan.
Kimberly's journey began as the cherished daughter of James F. Beveridge and Janice (Wichner) E. Beveridge, both of whom preceded her in death. Her vibrant spirit and...
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