Elaine Grace Helmuth, age 6, of Sturgis, passed away Tuesday, April 30, 2024, at Bronson Children’s Hospital in Kalamazoo. Elaine was born on July 21, 2017, in Topeka, Indiana, a daughter to Christy H. and Heather Sue (Borkholder) Helmuth. Elaine is survived by her parents: Christy H. and Heather Sue Helmuth of Sturgis, six siblings: Melissa Kay, Elizabeth Carol, Karl …

Michael Ray Hoff, age 50, of Sturgis, passed away Tuesday evening, April 30, 2024, at the Laurels of Coldwater in Coldwater. He was born January 28, 1974, in LaGrange County, Indiana son of the late Kirk and Gloria (Stutzman) Hoff. Mike resided in the Sturgis and LaGrange area his whole life. On December 31, 2010, he married Bonnie Hall in …

Pedrow Rolin, age 86, of Sturgis, passed away late Tuesday, April 30, 2024 at Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne. He was born December 31, 1937, in Atmore, Alabama, son of the late Woodrow and Estelle (McGhee) Rolin. Pedrow resided in the Sturgis and Burr Oak area since 1979. On August 19, 1961 he married Margaret Fritsch in Antigo, …

A suspect accused of breaking into two Mendon homes was identified Tuesday, according to the Mendon Police Department. WWMT is reporting that although the suspect’s name is not being disclosed due to an active investigation, the 46-year-old Three Rivers man allegedly broke into a home on East Main Street around 3:30 a.m. Monday. He ran away, however, before deputies arrived. …

The Sturgis Department of Public Works crews will pick up brush throughout town starting on Monday, May 6th. Personnel will begin the pickup on the north side of the city and work their way south, making only one pass through, city officials said. Weather conditions and varying amounts of brush make it difficult to adhere to a strict schedule. It …

The White Pigeon Township Library has announced the line-up of its 2024 Summertime Tunes Music Series. The four-event series will start on July 3rd, when The Whateverly Brothers will feature a variety of classic, acoustic jams. On July 13th, the Brenda Loomis Band will perform at White Pigeon High School in advance of White Pigeon Days fireworks. Tony Fields, who …

The Camp Eberhart Alumni Association is sponsoring a golf outing next month. The fundraiser will be on June 7th at Pine View Golf Club. The event is a part of the Camp Eberhart Alumni Association’s reunion weekend. Proceeds from the outing go toward the association’s goal of raising $50,000 for camp scholarships to help children whose families need a financial …

Johnny A. Mullins, age 87, of Ontario, IN, died at Parkview LaGrange Hospital on Monday, April 29, 2024. Mr. Mullins was born on March 1, 1937, in South Milford, IN to Carl S. and Mary (Diehm) Mullins. Living his life in LaGrange County, he retired from Abbott Labs in Sturgis. He enjoyed hauling Amish, fishing, and going to auctions and …

Michael Cornell Bailey, age 56, died in Three Rivers, on Tuesday, April 30, 2024. In accordance with family wishes, cremation will be conducted. A celebration of his life will be held at a later date. Arrangements by Hohner Funeral Home.

Mary Ann Louise Greider, age 89, of Leonidas, passed away peacefully at her home on April 24, 2024, also known as “Bridge Club Day”.  She was born in Fort Wayne on December 1, 1934 the daughter of Elmer and Mary (Detmer) Kramer. Mary Ann attended Riley High School and was part of the 1953 graduating class.  Shortly after graduating, she …