Obituaries

Lexann Kay Modert, age 52, of Bronson, passed away on Saturday, October 25, 2025, at Beacon Kalamazoo Hospital. Lexann was born on February 3, 1973 in Sturgis, the daughter of Earl and Janice (Johnson) Modert. She was a proud graduate of Bronson High School, Class of 1991. Lexann was a talented artist and a kind, free-spirited soul. She was known …

Jaime Rodriguez passed away on Thursday, October 23, 2025 at the age of 81.  He was born in Aguadilla, Puerto Rico, on March 26, 1944, to Estevan and Esperanza Villanueva Rodriguez. He grew up in La Isla del Encanto where he developed a strong work ethic and deep love for his family, and an unshakeable pride in his Puerto Rican …

Julio A. Dominguez-Jimenez, age 36, of Three Rivers, passed away on Sunday, October 26, 2025 at his home.  He was born August 22, 1989 in El Cabellal, Veracuz, San Rafael, Mexico, a son of Paulina Dominguez-Jimenez. On March 26, 2018 he married Mariah Wissler in Centreville, they later divorced. Julio worked in Agriculture in southwest Michigan owning Dominguez LLC, a sub …

Kayden Michale Gruver, age 21, of Bronson, Michigan, passed away early Sunday morning, October 26, 2025, in Burr Oak Township due to injuries sustained in an automobile-pedestrian accident. He was born January 10, 2004 in Sturgis, the beloved son of Travis and Katerri (Pugh) Gruver. Kayden was a lifelong resident of the Bronson and Sturgis area. He was a proud …

Larry Chupp, age 71, of White Pigeon, passed away on Sunday, October 26, at Greencroft Health Care Center in Goshen, after being in declining health. He was born on October 18, 1954 in White Pigeon to Samuel and Dorothy (Miller) Chupp. Surviving are daughter, Jodi (Benjamin) Evans of Bristol; three granddaughters, Brittnie (Kyle) Walters of Bristol, Morgan (Gage) Rogers of …

Anthony “Tony” Lester Blodgett, age 59, of Kalamazoo, passed away peacefully on Friday, October 24, 2025. He was born on October 17, 1966 in Kalamazoo, the son of Andrew and Joyce (Ryskamp) Blodgett. On January 16, 1996, Tony married the love of his life, Kristy Brown, in Las Vegas. Together they built a beautiful life and raised two wonderful children, …

On Friday, October 24, 2025, God couldn’t wait any longer to hold Sage in his arms. Sage was loved by everyone. Having no enemies is certainly an achievement that would be the envy of all of us. Sage had the most contagious smile and was known for his kindness and his overall sweet demeanor. Sage loved music, movies and watching …

Don W. Mosier, age 78, of Howe, IN, passed away at his home on Sunday, October 19, 2025. He was born on January 26, 1947 to the late, Donald and Helen Maxine (Smith) Mosier. A lifelong resident of the Howe area, Don devoted his career to education and music. He taught English at Sturgis High School, and later served as …

Jerry Bergakker, age 66, of Portage, passed away on Wednesday, October 22, 2025 at his home. He was born October 15, 1959 in Grand Rapids, a son of Marvin and Kathy (Ellen) Bergakker. Jerry attended Kentwood High School.  On August 26, 1978 he married Kathy Preston in White Pigeon.  She preceded him in death on September 30, 2025. Jerry worked as a …

Rondal Ray Prater, age 59, of Sturgis, passed away peacefully Thursday afternoon, October 23, 2025, at his home with his loving wife and son at his side. He was born February 4, 1966 in Kendallville, Indiana, son of the late Ruby Prater and Otis Sparkman. Rondal had made his home in Sturgis for the past 25 years, coming from Wawaka, …