Obituaries

James Roe-Duron Fisk, age 46, of Three Rivers, went to be with the Lord on Monday, May 4, 2026 at Hena’s AFC Home. He was born May 24, 1979 in Grand Rapids, the son of James Roe Fisk and Maria Duron, and graduated from Rockford High School with the Class of 1996. James worked at Home Depot, AmVets in Baldwin, …

Verlin (Shaky) Bristol, age 94, passed away quietly on Friday, May 1, 2026, with family at his bedside. Verlin was born to parents Harry and Helen Bristol in Richland Center, Wisconsin. He married Patricia Anne Rogers on June 7, 1952 in Rockford, Illinois. After graduating from Medford High School (Wis) in 1949, he joined the U.S. Air Force, where he …

Gloria Flint (Lamb), age 95, of Sturgis, passed away Monday, May 4, 2026, in hospice care at Thurston Woods Villa in Sturgis. Gloria was born in Kenton, Ohio on August 24, 1930, daughter of the late Boyd and Murille (Millie) Lamb. Gloria was a devoted homemaker who prioritized caring for her family. She dedicated much of her life to raising …

Patrick “Pat” W. Adams, age 75, of Rockford, MI, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Thursday, April 30, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. Pat was born on April 12, 1951 in Sturgis, the only child of the late Arthur and Edith (Notestine) Adams. He began working at the age of 16 for Nehi Royal Crown Cola …

David Stanley “Stan” Wolfgang, age 82, of Portage, passed away Saturday, May 2, 2026 at his home. He was born October 7, 1943 in Breckenridge, Michigan, the son of Joseph and Leah Wolfgang, and graduated from Breckenridge High School. David served his country in the United States National Guard. He married Darlene Blade on November 7, 1965 in Lansing. After …

Jeffrey Michael Brown, age 55, of Sturgis, passed away Saturday afternoon, May 2, 2026, at his home. He was born August 13, 1970 in Sturgis, son of the late Donald Allen and Billie (Moyer) Brown. Jeff was a self-employed building contractor and enjoyed several collections. He is survived by his son: Geoffrey R. Brown of Sturgis; brother: Kip Brown of …

Joshua Edward Gilbo Carr, age 40, of Burr Oak, passed away Thursday evening, April 30, 2026, at the Sturgis Hospital Emergency Room. He was born May 14, 1985 in Kalamazoo, the son of Lori Gilbo. Joshua spent his entire life in the Sturgis and Burr Oak area. Joshua attended Pathfinder Center and Adapt Day Care, where he formed meaningful connections …

Laura Lee Mejeur (Reynolds), age 61, of Marcellus, passed away on Monday, April 27th, 2026, at her home, following a courageous fight with her chronic illness. She was born on August 31st, 1964 in Wilmington Ohio to Authur Reynolds Jr. and Betty Reynolds. She was raised in White Pigeon by her loving grandparents, Arthur Reynolds and Dorthy Reynolds. Laura attended …

Edith Nan Large, age 84, of Sturgis, ran into the arms of her Savior on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, at Thurston Woods Village in Sturgis. She was born May 28, 1941 at Three Rivers Hospital, daughter of the late Dan T. and Betty Louise (Moore) Bickle. Edith resided in Sturgis for 36 years after having previously lived in Centreville and …

Nancy Ann Hearld, age 78 of Sturgis, passed away early Tuesday morning, April 28, 2026, at Bronson Methodist Hospital in Kalamazoo. She was born May 8, 1947 in Alliance, Ohio, daughter of the late Walter and Betty (Kaser) Ream. Nancy resided most of her life in Sturgis and was a proud graduate of Sturgis High School, Class of 1965. On …