Robert Dewayne Stahl, age 66, of Sturgis, passed away unexpectedly of natural causes Thursday morning, May 25, 2023 at his home. He was born September 23, 1956 in Three Rivers, son of Robert and Josata (Clark) Stahl. Bob resided in Sturgis most of his life with the exception of the few years he lived in Florida. On July 23, 1994 …

Megan Marie Fry, age 42, of LaGrange, passed away Wednesday, May 24, 2023, at Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne. She was surrounded by family and friends at the end of her 10-month courageous fight against cancer. Megan was born on April 20, 1981, in Coldwater to Ronald and Jill (VanWagner) McNamee. She grew up in Orland, Indiana with …

Plans to name a ballfield complex in honor of a noteworthy graduate were put on hold Monday by the Centreville Public Schools Board of Education. Class of 1995 member Matt Thornton went on to enjoy a 13-year Major League Baseball career as a pitcher with six different MLB teams. While Thornton, a former MLB All-Star, may have seemed a logical …

Further improvements at the county’s newest park top the list of work planned this summer by the St. Joseph County Parks and Recreation Department. Director Jaymes MacDonald said a considerable amount of time has been spent at Kettles Park over the past six months, with efforts centering on improving its trail network. Acquired in 2021 through state grants and a …

Armband tickets for amusement rides at the Three Rivers Water Festival are on sale while supplies last. Water Festival organizers said armband tickets are good for one day of unlimited rides. They are $20 each, a savings of $5. They are available at Harding’s Friendly Market on West Michigan Avenue in Three Rivers (cash only) and Three Rivers Area Chamber …

Marilyn Geneene Morrisson, age 84, of Otsego, passed away Friday, May 19, 2023, at Boulder Creek Assisted Living, in Rockford, MI. Born September 27, 1938, in Goshen, she was the daughter of the late George William and Pearl (Moser) Hoot. Geneene was the devoted wife of the late Raymond A. Morrisson for more than 60 years. Mrs. Morrisson was the …

St. Joseph County Central Dispatch will stage an open house next week to welcome its newest member. The black poodle Bolo will be the guest of honor during a ceremony 4 to 6 p.m. Tuesday at Central Dispatch, 620 E. Main St. An emotional-support dog, Bolo will live at Central Dispatch and be cared for by its staff. A group …

Hooked on Tram, Reelin’ In the Future, is looking for boat captains and first mates to help with its 15th annual event coming up in July. Event organizers said the July 8 program will take place on Corey Lake – across from Happy Landing. Every boat will require two adults and all sizes of boats that can fit at least …

Jeffrey Alan Gardner, age 68, of Mendon, died Sunday, May 21, 2023 at Bronson Methodist Hospital in Kalamazoo. He was born in Quantico, Virginia on June 18, 1954 the son of George “Red” and June (Gilbert) Gardner. He graduated from Vicksburg High School with the class of 1973 and shortly after enlisted in the U.S. Army, serving through the end …

Guy William Rensi, age 66, of Mendon, died Saturday, May 20, 2023 at his home. He was born in Steubenville, Ohio on June 25, 1956, attended Ohio Schools, and was a member of the FFA. Guy proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corps. After earning his B.A. in Business Degree, he worked for several paper companies throughout …