South Erie Street is not found starting at W. Michigan Ave. but after Millard Street. The area at West Michigan (bordered on the north by McDonald’s parking lot) was once Bill Barnhardt’s race track for training the trotting horses he bred. Later carnivals and side shows used the area. Then it became The Village Mobile Home Court owned by William …

Dennis Lee Stasiak, age 69, of Three Rivers, passed away Friday, September 19, 2025 at Centrica Rose Arbor Place. He was born July 18, 1956 in Three Rivers, the son of Walter J. and JaAnn M. (Longacre) Stasiak, and graduated from Three Rivers High School with the Class of 1974. Dennis attended Ferris State University and went on to work …

Martin Floyd Schug, 81, passed away on September 11, 2025, in Kalamazoo. Born on August 10, 1944, in Three Rivers, Martin lived a life marked by travel, adventure, and helping others. Growing up he was active in the Boy Scouts of America and became a Junior Assistant Scoutmaster. He attended many summer and winter campouts and Jamborees at Camp Rota-Kiwan …

Terry Trewhitt a man of quiet strength, musical soul, and boundless compassion passed away on Sunday, September 21, 2025 at the age of 71, surrounded by love and memories that spanned generations. Born on January 14, 1954 and raised in Michigan, Terry attended school in Kalamazoo and graduated in Three Rivers, laying the foundation for a life marked by dedication, …

Harriet B. Smith, age 89, of Sturgis, passed away peacefully at her home early Sunday morning, September 21, 2025. She was born on August 28, 1936 in Sturgis, the daughter of the late Harry and Pearl (States) Caywood. Harriet was a lifelong resident of Sturgis and a proud member of the Sturgis High School Class of 1954. Following her graduation, …

Ruth Coblentz, age 83, of Nottawa, entered into Glory to be with her Lord and Savior on Saturday, September 20, 2025, after a long health battle. She was surrounded by her family at Borgess Hospital in Kalamazoo. She had a zeal for life and endured many health complications with grace and courage. “Ruthie” was born in Centreville on December 31, …

Zander James Pappas, age 20, of Burr Oak, passed away tragically on Friday evening, September 19, 2025, in Sturgis due to injuries sustained in a minibike vehicle accident. Known by many as a very giving person, Zander continued this characteristic even after his death when he became a part of the Gift of Life Program. He was born on December …

Kippy Ellen Pebler, age 70, of Three Rivers, passed away Thursday, September 18, 2025 surrounded by her loving family. She was born April 14, 1955 in Three Rivers, the daughter of Delmer D. and Mary E. (Keller) Wood, and graduated from Three Rivers High School with the Class of 1974. Kippy went on to earn her LPN at Glen Oaks …

Some bees can fly as fast as 15 miles per hour, depending on their species and wing shape. Weather and wind can also speed them up or slow them down. Their quick flights help them gather food more efficiently. In the quiet village of Sinchon, South Korea, one grandmother’s persistence turned her into a national symbol of determination. Cha Sa-soon …

Robert A Giles, age 91, of White Pigeon, died on Wednesday, Sept. 17, 2025. He was Born on October 16, 1933 in St. Louis, Michigan, the Son of Alvin and Mina(Purvis) Giles. Robert had been a White Pigeon resident since 1987 coming from Flushing, Michigan. He was employed by General Motors as a crane operator. Robert was married to Joyce …