Michigan on Friday crossed the threshold of 100,000 cases of the coronavirus confirmed since March. Deaths related to COVID-19 reached 6,446 after six more were recorded, the state health department said. Most people usually recover from the virus. It can cause mild or moderate symptoms, such as fever and cough, that clear up in two to three weeks. But for some, …

Ernest Eugene Egnew passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 27, 2020 of natural causes, surrounded by his family. Ernie was born on August 12, 1927 to Charles “Dewey” Egnew and Vera Bloom Egnew in Three Rivers. He graduated from Three Rivers High School in 1946. Ernie went to work for Fairbanks and Morse and then for the American Laundry where …

Wiletta W. Baker, born on June 1, 1930 in Trilby, Ohio, died on Wednesday, August 26, 2020 in Three Rivers. She married Robert F. Baker on June 10, 1950. She worked at Eddy Paper and later Harding’s. She enjoyed bowling at Frosty Lanes and her card clubs. In later years she enjoyed traveling with her husband and time with friends …

Carolyn J. Adams, age 77, of Baldwin, passed away Thursday, August 27, 2020 at Ascension Borgess Hospital surrounded by her family. Carolyn was born on September 11, 1942 in Columbia, Indiana, a daughter to the late Elwin Bauder and Mable (Schuman) Yocom. Carolyn graduated from Mendon High School with the class of 1960. On November 24, 1972 Carolyn married Bob …

Amelia M. Garver, of Blountstown, Fla., and formerly of the White Pigeon area, died on Wednesday, Aug. 19, 2020. Private graveside services were held at the White Pigeon Township Cemetery. Arrangements are being handled by the Farrand Funeral Home of White Pigeon.

Charles A. Bennett, age 76, of Constantine, died on Monday, Aug. 17, 2020, at Elkhart General Hospital. Cremation has taken place. Memorial services will be held at a later date. Arrangements are being handled by the Farrand Funeral Home of White Pigeon.

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer on Tuesday urged Michigan residents to get the flu vaccine to ease the load on the health system if there is a surge of coronavirus cases during the fall and winter influenza season, announcing the state wants at least 1 million more people vaccinated. She received a flu shot during a news conference to “show how easy …

Ronnie E. Odom, age 70, of LaGrange, died on Monday, Aug. 24, 2020. Visitation will be from noon to 2 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 29 at Grace Christian Fellowship Church in Sturgis where services will be held at 2 p.m. with Pastor Luke Eicher officiating. Cremation will follow. Donations may be made to the family. Arrangements are being handled by Farrand …

Jean Marie Johnson, age 92, long time resident of Three Rivers, entered into the everlasting kingdom of her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Monday, August 24, 2020. She was a wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt and friend who welcomed all into her heart and life. Jean worked diligently all her life to provide her family at various jobs and …

Wesley William “Wes” Thatcher was welcomed into the arms of our Lord on Monday, August 24, 2020 at 75 years of age surrounded by his family. He was born in Lansing, grew up near Sonoma Lake near Battle Creek, attended Harper Creek High School, and entered the U.S. Army in 1962. After serving three years and being assigned to Hawaii, …