Local obituaries for Berrien Springs, MI and surrounding areas
Gloria Gay Bell
Nov 4, 2024
Gloria Gay Bell, 92, was born into eternal life on November 4, 2024 with her daughter by her side.
Gloria was born on February 19, 1932 to Alma and Walter Bell in Berrien Springs, MI. Gloria was a 1950 graduate of Berrien Springs High School and went on to study real estate. Gloria was crowned Miss Berrien Springs in high school...
Chad Nathen Medlin
Nov 2, 2024
Chad Nathen Medlin passed away on November 2, 2024, at the young age of 36. He was born in Petoskey, Michigan, on October 7, 1988. He weighed a massive 11 lbs. 3 oz and kept growing. Chad was known for his humorous and charming personality and patriotic attire. He was a loving father, devoted son, and caring brother whose generous...
Mike David Layman
Nov 1, 2024
Mike David Layman, a husband, brother, and life-long farmer, passed away peacefully on November 1, 2024, in Buchanan, MI, at the age of 71. Born on December 27, 1952, in Berrien Center, MI, Mike's life left an indelible impact on all who knew him.
Mike was an avid outdoorsman. His love for the natural world was expressed through his enthusiasm...
Craig Martin Stephens
Oct 31, 2024
Craig Martin Stephens, a beacon of kindness and compassion, passed away on October 31, 2024, at the age of 78. Born on February 22, 1946, in Ecorse, Michigan, Craig's journey was one marked by love, service, and a warm-hearted nature that touched all who knew him. His final days were spent in Eau Claire, Michigan, surrounded by the beautiful landscapes...
Bruce E Bell
Oct 29, 2024
Bruce Bell, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on October 29, 2024, in Berrien Springs, MI. Born on March 18, 1945, in St. Louis, MO, Bruce's life was a testament to the values of love, kindness, and intelligence that he held dear.
Bruce was a man of great character and warmth. His presence brought comfort and joy...
Nancy Diane Kirk
Oct 20, 2024
Nancy Diane Kirk, affectionately known as Nancy to her friends and family, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on October 20, 2024, just one day shy of her 79th birthday, in St. Joseph. Nancy was born on October 21, 1945 to the late Leo and Fern (Merritt) Kirk and resided with them in Eau Claire until their passing.
Nancy's life...
Lyndon "Jerry" G. Furst
Oct 20, 2024
Lyndon G. "Jerry" Furst, 86, of Berrien Springs passed away Sunday, October 20, 2024. A full obituary will appear here as it becomes available.
Christina Helene Athans
Oct 18, 2024
Christina H. Athans, entered into eternal rest on October 18, 2024, in St. Joseph, Michigan. Born on January 31, 1942, in Springfield, Massachusetts, Christina was the cherished daughter of the late William and Josephine (Barnal) Athans, whose love and values shone brightly throughout her life.
Christina's early years in Springfield laid a foundation of resilience and compassion, traits that would become...
Christina Helene Athans
Oct 18, 2024
Christina H. Athans, entered into eternal rest on October 18, 2024, in St. Joseph, Michigan. Born on January 31, 1942, in Springfield, Massachusetts, Christina was the cherished daughter of the late William and Josephine (Barnal) Athans, whose love and values shone brightly throughout her life.
Christina's early years in Springfield laid a foundation of resilience and compassion, traits that would become...
Jan Coover Burda
Oct 16, 2024
Jan Burda leaves behind a legacy of musical instruments he built and repaired, plus countless musicians he taught and gave opportunities to perform. Raised by his parents John and Sue Coover Burda, he was oldest of six siblings: Lynn, Susan, Christopher, Billy, and Christine.
Jan graduated St. Joseph High School in 1960. He continued his education at Benton Harbor Community College...
George Robert Richter
Oct 13, 2024
George Robert Richter, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on October 13, 2024, in Niles, Michigan. Born on December 23, 1936, in Benton Harbor, Michigan, to the late George and Beatrice (Taylor) Richter, George's life was marked by dedication, love, and an unwavering commitment to his family.
George was a proud graduate of St. Joseph High School....
Carol Ann Cuthbert
Oct 11, 2024
Carol Ann Cuthbert, a beacon of love and faith, passed away peacefully, at her home, on October 11, 2024, in Niles. Born in Benton Harbor, on April 22, 1948, to Elmer and Marian (Ameling) Richter, Carol's life was a testament to her loving nature and unwavering spirit.
Carol grew up in a warm and nurturing family, and although she was preceded...
Joyce Lee Leer
Oct 7, 2024
Joyce Lee “Lydia” Leer passed to her rest on October 7, 2024, with loved ones present. Joyce Lee Daley was born on July 15, 1931, to Samuel Daley and Virginia Brennan. She was born on the beautiful island known as the “Pearl of the Antilles” in Vertientes, Camagüey, Cuba. Mami’s parents had emigrated to Cuba from Jamaica and were very...
John Charles Keppel Jr.
Sep 30, 2024
John Charles "Jack" Keppel Jr., aged 70, of Berrien Springs, Michigan, passed away peacefully on September 30, 2024. Born on August 23, 1954, in Havre de Grace, Maryland, to John Charles Keppel Sr. and Francis Lydia (Bullock) Keppel, Jack grew up imbued with the values of hard work and dedication that would define his life. He is survived by 3...
Bill Bolton
Sep 28, 2024
Bill Bolton passed away in peace at home on September 28, 2024, surrounded by his loved ones.
Known to most as Bill Bolton, he was born in Chicago as William Richardson Stone Bolton III on October 18th, 1937. Bill made his mark on the world through a long, productive life driven by hard work. Known for his boundless generosity to family,...
William Preston Renbarger
Sep 28, 2024
William "Will" Preston Renbarger October 9, 1959 – September 28, 2024
William "Will" Renbarger, 64, of Eau Claire, Michigan, passed away on September 28, 2024, after a long fought, brave battle with cancer. Born on October 9, 1959, in San Antonio, Texas, he cherished his upbringing in Eau Claire, where he graduated from high school in 1978. He went on to...
Margaret Rose Halliwell
Sep 23, 2024
Margaret Rose Halliwell, 74, a cherished wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family, on September 23, 2024, at her home in Berrien Springs, Michigan. Born on September 19, 1950, in Liverpool, England, Margaret's life journey was marked by love, dedication, and a gentle spirit that touched everyone she met.
Margaret's early years were spent in the...
Nora B Boone
Sep 17, 2024
Nora B. Boone, a beacon of love and selflessness, passed away peacefully on September 17, 2024, in St. Joseph, Michigan, at the age of 94. Born on March 5, 1930, to the late Henry and Cynthia Warren, Nora's life was a tapestry of dedication, family, and spirited joy, woven with the threads of her many passions and the love she...
Mark Donald Junge
Sep 16, 2024
Mark Donald Junge, 68, passed away on September 16, 2024, in Pittsburgh, PA.
Mark Junge was born on August 13, 1956 in South Holland, IL, to Donald Henry Junge and Jean Marie Devine.
Mark graduated from Thornridge High School in Dolton, IL, in 1974 and went on to join the Army. He served from 1974 to 1978. He started his career as...
Mary Eileen Horne
Sep 16, 2024
Eileen Life Sketch
Eileen’s life began in an old farmhouse on Kirby road in Battle Creek, Michigan.
Eileen’s Father, who served in Okinawa in WWII came home from the war and said to her mother that he and the other soldiers had been talking. They felt like they had missed the younger years of their children and he decided that they should...
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