Anthony Paul Jones, age 31, of Chicago, died on Monday, January 29, 2024. Tony Jones’ life began September 22, 1992 in Aurora, Illinois the youngest of four boys born to Kevin and Margarita Jones. He married Marissa Rivera on August 22, 2020 in their back yard in Chicago, followed by a ceremony and reception with family and friends on May …

Debra Ann Gill, age 55, of Sturgis, passed away unexpectedly early Wednesday morning, January 31, 2024 at her home. She was born September 12, 1968 in LaGrange, daughter of John Samuel and Nancy Ann (Weber) Gill. Debra resided in Sturgis since 1972, coming from Wolcottville, Indiana. She had been employed by Wendy’s and Arby’s Restaurants both in Sturgis, and K-Mart …

White Pigeon Township Library Director Perri Saunders wishes to remind the public of what some might consider little-known facts about the library. Saunders said the library lends laptops to its cardholders for use at home or in the library. The library has free home COVID-19 tests available for the general public.  Furthermore, anyone can follow the library on Facebook, Instagram …

The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children is asking for the public’s help in locating a missing Kent County teen who could potentially be in St. Joseph County. Evilynn Mohr, 15, disappeared Dec. 31 from Grand Rapids and authorities have been advised she could be in Sturgis. Other potential locations include Kalamazoo and Battle Creek. Her grandmother, Wendy Mohr, …

Karen Beth Stephens (formerly Drake) (born March 30th, 1953 in Linden Michigan) was the only survivor of a twin pregnancy. She spent her early years and young adulthood living in the Michigan area. Often, she would reminisce about her adventures with her childhood playmates and cousins, Diane (now residing in Florida) and Sandra (now sadly deceased). She loved learning, and excelled in …

State police in Michigan and Indiana are continuing to investigate an incident earlier this month involving a Colon man who allegedly fired multiple shots outside a residence in LaGrange County. Gregory Kurzawski is charged with attempted murder, criminal recklessness with a firearm, intimidation, armed robbery, possession of cocaine, dealing with a firearm and criminal mischief. The case started around 5 …

Virginia A. Weekly, age 91, of Sturgis, passed away unexpectedly Monday, January 29, 2024 at her home. She was born November 17, 1932 in Alpena County, Michigan daughter of the late Peter and Adeline (Summerfield) Kosloski. Virginia resided in Sturgis since 1953 coming from Elwood, Indiana. Her early life was spent in Alpena. On September 3, 1950 she married C. …

Earl James (Jim) Balyeat, age 88, of Sturgis, died on Sunday, January 28, 2024 He was born in LaGrange on Nov. 20, 1935 the Son of Earl L and Anita (Domer) Balyeat. He was married to Gayle A Dunham she preceded him in death. Survived by his Children Christina (Scott) Strawser, Lore Balyeat, Tyler (Connie) Balyeat, Stepchildren Patsy Wertz, Mark, …

Gloria M. Condon, age 84, of Burr Oak, passed away in the early morning hours of Sunday, January 28, 2024, at Rose Arbor Place in Kalamazoo. On May 18, 1939, Gloria was born in Battle Creek, a daughter to the late George and Beulah (Fisher) Rice. Gloria was a graduate of Centreville High School with class of 1958. She then …

Richard Alan Timm, age 65, of Three Rivers, passed away Friday, January 26, 2024 at Beacon Health System – Three Rivers with his sisters at his side. He was born September 15, 1958 in Three Rivers to Patricia (Barks) and Arden Timm. Rick was preceded in death by his mother and father, and his brothers David and Bruce. He is …