Wallace Willard “Wally” Nichols, age 92, of Sturgis, passed away early Saturday morning, November 20, 2021 at Fairview Living and Rehabilitation in Centreville. He was born October 13, 1929 in Battle Creek, son of the late Benjamin and Ida Belle (Davis) Nichols. Wally resided in Sturgis since 1955 coming from Factoryville. His early life was spent in Battle Creek. On …

Rebecca G. Crawford, age 70, of Centreville, passed away at Three Rivers Health on Saturday, November 20, 2021.  Rebecca was born in Vicksburg on September 12, 1951, a daughter of Percy Crawford and Mattie Alvey.  She attended Colon Schools. Rebecca previously worked for different cafes in Colon, and for Denton Mills, Sportsman’s Bar, and as a social worker, all in …

Faced with spiking COVID-19 infections, Michigan health officials issued a public health advisory Friday recommending that everyone over age 2 wear a mask at indoor public settings regardless of their vaccination status. The guidance also says public-facing businesses and other establishments should implement masking policies and encourage compliance. Unvaccinated or immunocompromised people are urged to avoid large crowds and gatherings. The state …

Roger J. Stoner, age 78, of Jones, passed away at his home surrounded by his wife and daughters on Wednesday, November 17, 2021.  He was born February 6, 1943 in Constantine, a son of Walter and Bessie (Hoover) Stoner. Roger graduated from Constantine High School in 1961. He attended Michigan State University earning an Associates Degree in Agriculture. He later …

Evelyn L. Gordon, age 91, of Sherwood, passed away Wednesday, November 17, 2021 at the home of her daughter, Becky. She was born March 7, 1930 in Battle Creek and had lived all of her life in the Sherwood area, graduating from Athens High School with the Class of 1947. She married William James Gordon May 28, 1948 in Battle …

On Tuesday, November 16, 2021 Jack A. Stauffer, surrounded by his family, went home to be with his Lord and Savior.  Jesus paid for Jack’s ticket on the “Glorybound Special”.  Jack passed away at the Select Specialty Hospital in Battle Creek after a short illness. He was born November 7, 1952 in Sturgis, a son to Roy Freeman ”Sonny” and …

Thomas D. Hensell, age 71, of Bronson, passed away on Sunday, November 14, 2021 at Select Medical Hospital in Battle Creek. Thomas was born in Three Rivers on August 18, 1950, a son of Harold and Pollyanna (Hooten) Hensell. He graduated from Centreville High School in 1968 and then from Glen Oaks Community College in 1970 with an Associate’s degree …

Lavina Jane Ankney, age 63, of Sturgis, passed away on Monday, November 15, 2021 at Three Rivers Health. She was born November 14, 1958 in Sturgis, daughter of the late Paul “Bud” and Alice (Maystead) Ankney. Jane resided her whole life in the Sturgis and Burr Oak area and was a graduate of Burr Oak High School with the class …

Like many others my age, I find myself find it difficult to remember certain things. For instance, remembering what I had for lunch two days ago takes some serious thinking, trying to recall someone’s name happens more frequently. I try my best to do things to keep my mind sharp, like working crossword puzzles, or playing games that require paying …

Citing concerns over the leadership in Lansing and the direction of our state, local businessman Scott McGraw has announced his candidacy for state house in St. Joseph and Cass counties. McGraw, a Republican, is the current Sixth District chairman and formerly the Kalamazoo County chairman. “As a small business owner, I have felt the squeeze of government on companies … …