Obituaries

David L. Bent. age 87, completed his earthly service and joined the Lord on Thursday, April 3, 2025 surrounded by family. He was born August 9, 1937 to the late Leon and Lucille Bent of Marcellus. David is survived by his loving wife of 62 years, Phyllis, and his children, David (Lari) Bent Jr., Michele (Frank) Oswald, Lynette (William) Benn, …

Thomas Arnold, age 67, of Three Rivers, passed away surrounded by loved ones on Sundy, March 30th, 2025. He was born in Three Rivers on August 25th, 1957, the son of the late Thomas C. and Mable (Camp) Arnold. Tom was kind, loving, and known for his sense of humor. He was a genuine family man who took the time …

Charles K. Swihart, age 76, of Three Rivers, passed away at his home on Friday, April 4, 2025. He was born in Three Rivers on September 19, 1948, the son of the late Robert and Lucinda (Bell) Swihart. After graduating from Three Rivers High School Class of 1967, he enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps and served our country with …

Randy Lynn Beckwith, age 72, of Denver, Colorado, and former resident of Sturgis, passed away on March 27, 2025 in Denver due to injuries sustained in a house fire. The Hackman Family Funeral Homes of Sturgis is entrusted with the arrangements.  Arrangements will be announced when details are completed.

Scott K. Reynolds, age 54, of Lakeville, Indiana, formerly of Colon, Michigan, passed away on Wednesday April 2, 2025, at his home. Scott was born in Sturgis on May 20, 1970, to the late Leon and Marlene (Killian) Reynolds. After high school Scott worked in the construction industry for many years, Scott had many hobbies including RC airplanes and building …

Carol J. Outman, age 91, passed away on Wednesday, April 2, 2025 at Thurston Woods Village in Sturgis. She was born in Elkhart County on October 1, 1933 the daughter of Ira and Katie (Jones) Kauffman. On June 1, 1952 Carol married Clyde Schrock and together had three children; Robin, Mark, and Anita; Clyde passed away in 1961. On April …

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Lilly Mariah Pike, age 11, of Three Rivers, who passed away on Sunday, March 30, 2025, in Fulton, Michigan. Lilly was born on July 16, 2013, in Kalamazoo to Joshua Pike and Destiny Woods. Lilly was a vibrant 6th grader at Three Rivers Middle School. She was …

Mary E Deisler, age 98, of White Pigeon, died on March 15, 2025. She was born on  February 15, 1927 the Daughter of Leo A and Edna V (Stubig) Kline. She was a White Pigeon resident and employed by White Pigeon Schools for 35 years as a secretary. Mary was married to G Charles (Doc) Deisler who preceded her in …

Sharon Fay Tomlinson, age 83, of Kalamazoo, formerly of Three Rivers, passed away on Sunday, March 30th, 2025 at Rose Arbor Hospice surrounded by loving family. She was preceded in death by her parents Leon Holsinger and Mary (Schemberger) Holsinger. Remaining to cherish Sharon’s memory is her husband Ealy, children Sara (Jeff) Glendening, Ryan (Lori) Tomlinson and her grandchildren Liam …

Cherie Lynn French, age 72, of Burr Oak, passed away Tuesday morning, April 1, 2025, at her home. She was born October 29, 1952 in Michigan, daughter of the late Ted and Laura Mae (Asher) French. Cherie resided her whole life in St. Joseph County, and in Burr Oak for the past 25 years. She was a graduate of Three …