Stephen Francis Shank, age 50, a lifelong resident of the White Pigeon area, passed away on Saturday, Feb. 24, 2018, at his home. Stephen is survived by his parents; and siblings Carrie Shank and Andrew Shank, both of White Pigeon, and Michael A. Shank of Grand Rapids. He also is survived by a niece, Madeline Shank; and a nephew, Michael …

James L. Saxman, age 75, of Leonidas, passed away Sunday, Feb. 25, 2018, at his home, following three years of failing health. Jim was born Dec. 11, 1942, in Battle Creek, a son of the late Wesley H. and Gertrude C. (Cooley) Saxman. Jim lived most of his life in the Leonidas area, graduating from Colon High School with the …

An Indiana woman died in a two-vehicle accident over the weekend on the southwest side of Three Rivers. State police said Linda Howard, 69, of Granger, was driving east on M-60 at 11:15 a.m. Sunday when she failed to strop at the intersection of US-131. Her SUV was struck by a southbound semi. The truck driver told officials there was …

Linda K. Buel, age 72, Constantine, passed away on Sunday, February 25, 2018. She was born in Three Rivers on May 11, 1945, daughter of Reuben and Irma “Irene” (Dowty) Arnold. Linda graduated from Constantine Public Schools in 1963 and later obtained her accounting certification. Linda married Franklin McDaniel on June 22, 1963; they were later divorced. On July 2, …

The St. Joseph County Road Commission said portions of a number of roadways in the county remain closed due to water over the road. Unless restrictions were lifted Sunday night or early today, they are as follows: In Park Township, Marcellus Road between Buckhorn and Hutchinson roads. In Leonidas Township, Longnecker Road between McClish and Rosenbaugh; Blossom Road between Covey …

State Rep. Aaron Miller last week joined his colleagues in the Michigan House to unanimously advance legislation that will benefit roadways in southwest Michigan as early as this summer. The $175 million proposal provides money for road preservation and construction projects in addition to what was already budgeted. Miller said the unanimous vote shows the legislature is in unequivocal agreement …

Troopers from Michigan State Police are investigating the breaking and entering of the Sturgis Bank and Trust ATM in Mendon. The incident occurred at 1 a.m. Jan. 15. Investigators said the suspect gained entry into the ATM by using some type of prying instrument. The suspect then left the area in a tan-colored minivan. The suspect is described as a …

Three Rivers Fire Chief Carl Holcomb is urging residents and business owners near rivers to prepare for rising waters and have an evacuation plan ready. Holcomb also recommended people stay off the rivers, as high water levels cause strong currents. In addition, Holcomb said motorists should not attempt to drive through barricaded streets and roadways. Water levels were expected to …

Fannie J. (Bontrager) Yoder, born May 18, 1931, age 86 years and 9 months, of Centreville, passed away on Saturday, Feb. 24, 2018, at the home residence. Fannie was born in Sikeston, Mo., a daughter of the late John M. and Elizabeth (Mullet) Bontrager. Fannie lived in the Centreville community most of her life and was a member of Old …

Pauline A. Oxender, 93, of Howe, Ind., died Friday, Feb. 23, 2018, at Life Care Center of LaGrange, Ind. She was born May 20, 1924, in White Pigeon, to Albert and Ester R. (Quick) Warren. Pauline was a graduate of White Pigeon High School. She worked at Sealed Power from 1963 until her retirement in 1986. She was a member …