Obituaries

Charles Hundt, age 73, of Jones, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, August 16, 2025.  He was born on June 19, 1952. A gentle and adventurous soul, Chuck loved God’s creation—whether casting a line on still waters or exploring the beauty of the open road in an RV. He cherished the simple joys of life and the …

Robert Wayne Dunham II, age 65, of Three Rivers, passed away Saturday, August 16, 2025 at Borgess Medical Center. He was born September 8, 1959 in Three Rivers, the son of Robert W. Dunham I and Betty (McArthur) Dunham, and graduated with the Class of 1976 from Three Rivers High School, where he was on the wrestling team. Robert worked …

Beatrice Lynn Jones-Taylor, age 36, gained her wings on August 15, 2025. Born on March 29, 1989 in Denver, Colorado, she was the daughter of the late Terry Jones and Gloria Jones (McNeal). She graduated with her high school diploma in 2007 from Emily Griffith, and recently started school at Glen Oaks Community College this past summer to obtain her …

Kevin R. Waltke, age 58, of Sturgis, passed away on Monday, August 18, 2025, at Bronson Methodist Hospital in Kalamazoo. He was born on May 24, 1967 in Coldwater to Joyce (Cooper) Waltke and H. Keith Waltke. Kevin grew up in Sturgis, attending Congress Elementary and Sturgis Middle School, and graduated from Sturgis High School with the Class of 1986. …

William H. “Bill” Odell, age 90, of Sturgis, passed away peacefully on the evening of Wednesday, August 13, 2025, at Sparrow House Senior Living in Sturgis. Born on March 26, 1935 in South Bend, he was the son of the late Clarence and Frances (Henkel) Odell. Bill spent his early years in South Bend and was a proud graduate of …

Berniece Marie Hopkins, age 86, of Three Rivers, passed away Thursday, August 14, 2025 in Elkhart. She had a long career as a registered nurse where she loved caring for her patients. In accordance with family wishes, cremation has been conducted.  No services are planned. Arrangements by Hohner Funeral Home.

James Paul Bontrager, age 83, of Constantine, passed away Tuesday, August 19, 2025 at his home. He was born July 28, 1942 in Elkhart, a son of Vernon and Ruth (Meyer) Bontrager. James graduated from Elkhart schools in 1960. Following graduation he joined the US Navy and was honorably discharged in 1963.  James then attended Tri-State University, graduating with a Bachelor’s …

David H. Lambright, age 61, of Shipshewana, passed away unexpectedly at 5:21 am on Monday, August 18, 2025 at his home. He was born on August 9, 1964, in LaGrange to Harvey and Fannie (Yoder) Lambright. On May 16, 1985 in LaGrange he married Nora Miller, she survives. Survivors in addition to his wife are two sons, Karl (Anna) Lambright …

Mary Alice (Stuart) Hall, age 83, of Colon, passed away Sunday, August 17, 2025 surrounded by her family at her home of 60 years. She was born to Harry Earl and Helen Irene Stuart on November 16, 1941 in Leonidas at the family farm. She attended a one room school house just down the road from the farm until the …

Diane Kaye Clark, age 61, of White Pigeon, died on Saturday, August 16, 2025 at her home. She was born July 6, 1964 in Three Rivers, a daughter of Robert W. and Lou (Young) Clark. Diane graduated from Constantine High School in 1982 and continued her education at Southwestern Michigan College, earning an Associates Degree in 1984. Diane was employed …