It is with deep sorrow and much love that we mourn the passing of Victoria Yvonne (Mandigo) Braquet, who lost her battle with Alzheimer’s Disease and departed this life on November 8, 2025 in Katy, TX at the age of 77. Victoria, known to friends and family as Vicki, was born on May 30th, 1948, in Sturgis, and throughout her …

Diana Jo Eckman-Streeter, age 75, of Centreville, died on Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at Beacon Health Three Rivers. She was born February 28, 1950 in South Bend, a daughter of Dick and Louise (Stalker) Eckman. Diana graduated from Riley High School in South Bend and attended Glen Oaks Community College. On August 19, 2005 she married Theodore Streeter in Centreville. …

With a hug, a kiss and a wave goodbye, Brian Douglas Kaylor, age 54, left to spend eternity in Heaven with Our Lord on December 6, 2025. With their love and blessings, his family bid a tearful farewell and waved goodbye to this special young man. Born in Three Rivers with Down’s Syndrome and a unique hole in his heart, …

Ronald R. Klein, age 70, of Three Rivers, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, December 13, 2025 in Mendon. He was born in Vicksburg on April 21, 1955, the son of Stanley and Eleanor (Cooley) Klein. Ron attended Mendon High School and was part of the infamous class of 1973. He was a natural athlete, leading the SJV in scoring his …

Tamiria “Tammy” Vanatti, age 67, of Three Rivers, passed away unexpectedly at her home on November 13, 2025. She was born in Grand Rapids on January 10, 1958, the daughter of Pearlie and Charlene (Anspaugh) Vanatti. She attended Vicksburg High School and was part of the 1976 graduating class. Tammy lived a quiet, simple life and she loved her family …

Doris Mae Bell (Zuzanek), age 89, of Three Rivers, passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 11, 2025 in Sturgis. Doris was born on August 31, 1936 in Three Rivers, the daughter of Roger and Jeanette (Freimund) Mechling. She graduated with honors from Three Rivers High School as a member of the Class of 1954. On October 3, 1954, she married …

Sienna Ryan Tetzloff, age 8, of Sturgis, passed away Sunday, December 14, 2025, at her home. She was born at home on October 24, 2017 to Jason and Erika (Stuckey) Tetzloff. Ryan lived her entire life in Sturgis and was a third grader in her home school. She was a member of Bridges Community Church in Centreville. Ryan had a …

Maurice O. “Cork” Kirkpatrick, Jr., age 87 of LaGrange, passed away Friday evening, December 12, 2025, at his home surrounded by his family. He was born on September 5, 1938 in Sturgis, son of the late Maurice O. and Juanita (Keplinger) Kirkpatrick. Cork resided in Sturgis until 1982, when he moved to his home in Howe, Indiana, where he lived …

As long as I can remember, I’ve dreaded visiting the dentist. Like my mother, I’ve always tried to make dental appointments twice a year. As a result, I’ve been lucky when it came to cavities. Last week when I arrived for my cleaning, I informed the hygienist that I was not a big fan of the use of the high …

Sandra Kay Daugherty, age 71, of Three Rivers, passed away peacefully at her home on Sunday, December 14, 2025. She was born on October 5, 1954 in Three Rivers, the daughter of Donald Dean and Virginia Ann (Shrock) Bent. Sandra was a lifelong resident of the Three Rivers area and graduated from Three Rivers High School with the Class of …