Faith (Chick) C. Timm passed away on May 21, 2026 at her home surrounded by her children. She fought a long and courageous battle trying to beat cancer. Even though the cancer took her on this final round it was not who Faith our mother was. Faith was born in Cleveland, Ohio, the daughter of Elmer and Hope (Vance) Cowley. …

Jacquelin J. “Jackie” Houghtaling, age 89, of Portage, died Tuesday, May 19, 2026, at her residence at Bickford of Portage. She was born in Allegan on June 5, 1936, the daughter of the late Jame A. Johns and Katherine D. (Ingalsbee) Johns. Jackie graduated from Plainwell High School in 1954 and attended Western Michigan University in Kalamazoo, before taking a …

The completion of a capital-improvement project at Glen Oaks Community College was celebrated earlier this month. School officials said a ceremonial ribbon-cutting event for the South Side renovation project took place May 14 in the college’s gymnasium. Glen Oaks President Bryan Newton said the renovation was an important project for Glen Oaks. The project concludes work on the campus that …

A long-time employee with St. Joseph County Sheriff’s Department was honored last week. During Tuesday’s St. Joseph County Board of Commissioners meeting, Sheriff Chad Spence was on hand to acknowledge corrections deputy Jeremy Tyler. Tyler retired at the end of shift May 15 following a 25- year career with the Centreville-based agency. Tyler began his career as a corrections deputy …

The St. Joseph County location for low-interest disaster loans will close permanently this week. The Disaster Loan Outreach Center at HG Real Estate, 52 N. Main St., in Three Rivers, will remain open through 5 p.m. Thursday. U.S. Small Business Administration customer-service representatives will be on hand to answer questions about potential loans, explain the application process and help prospective …

Three Rivers American Legion will, once again, host a Flag Day observance June 14. The event will feature an insightful presentation by the Three Rivers Elks, whose members will share details regarding the history of the U.S. flag. Participants are encouraged to bring worn or threadbare flags to be retired in accordance with proper protocols. The event will start at …

This June I’ll be starting a new adventure at Beacon Health Care. I mentioned several weeks ago about the “Heart Healthy” program I was participating in at the Beacon Wellness Pavilion in Three Rivers. I was also receiving care at Armor Physical Therapy for pain in my right leg and hip. I was advised to enroll in “Joint Venture” therapy. …

Fredrick “Fred” Lavern Walters, age 94, of Constantine, passed away peacefully at his home on Monday, May 18, 2026. He was born on November 6, 1931 in Jones, Michigan, the son of Elmer and Clara (Benckiser) Walters. Following his graduation from high school, Fred proudly served his country in the United States Army during the Korean War. He served as …

Martin Andrew (Marty) Haney, age 66, of White Pigeon, passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, May 17, 2026, wrapped in the immense love and devoted care of his family. He was born March 23, 1960 in South Bend, the son of John and Marilyn “Toots” (Wood) Haney. Marty graduated from Constantine High School with the Class of 1978 …

Janet Outman Davis, age 90, of Three Rivers, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, at Birch Meadows. She was born on April 26, 1936 in Constantine, and lived a life marked by kindness, devotion, and steady love for her family and community. Janet was a woman of grace and strength. She carried herself with warmth and dignity throughout …