Obituaries

Mike Borkholder, 58

Michael L. Borkholder, age 58, of Centreville, passed away Saturday evening, December 25, 2021 at Rose Arbor Hospice in Kalamazoo. He was born August 20, 1963 in South Bend, son of Levi and Esther (Troyer) Borkholder. Mike’s returned to Sturgis in 2001. His early life was lived in Sturgis where he was a graduate of Sturgis High School with the …

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Derek Guthrie, age 46

When reflecting on the life of Derek Guthrie, it is easy to see his unwavering strength and his unconditional love for his family. He was a serving member of his community, and he was always willing to help those around him in ways both great and small. Derek’s resilience and endurance were truly a testament to his inner strength and …

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Robert Mathiak, 64

Robert Louis Mathiak, age 64, died Saturday, Dec. 18, 2021, at his residence in LaGrange. He was born Feb. 16, 1957, in Kalamazoo to George Arthur and Julia Belle (Spalla) Mathiak. Surviving are three children, Robert (Abbie) Mathiak of Angola, Danielle A. Mathiak of Elkhart, Myranda (Korrie) Owen of Three Rivers; six grandchildren; four siblings, Bill (Donna) Mathiak of Detroit, …

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Ruth Kufeldt, 92

Ruth E Kufeldt, age 92, of Constantine, died on Wednesday, December 22, 2021 at ProMedica Nursing Home in Three Rivers. She was born March 2, 1929 in Concord Twp., IN a daughter of John and Edith (Edwards) Graybill. Ruth graduated from Jefferson Township High School. On October 2, 1947 she married Donald Kufeldt in Elkhart. He preceded her in death …

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John Miller, 87

John C Miller, age 87, of Centreville, passed away peacefully Wednesday, December 22, 2021 at his home of 63 years. He was born February 8, 1934 to Clemence and Anna (Miller) Miller of Centreville. John served in the United States Air Force from 1954 – 1957. On June 28, 1958, he married the love of his life, Lovina Borkholder. They …

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Troy Jankowski, 51

Troy A. Jankowski, age 51, of Constantine, passed away on Sunday, December 19, 2021 at his home. He was born on April 30, 1970 in Mishawaka, a son of Coy and Linda (Nobles) Jankowski. Troy received his GED in 1993 in Florida. He attended several colleges focusing on the arts, most recently Salem State College in Salem, MA, where he …

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Don Mathews, 74

Donald R. Mathews, age 74, of White Pigeon, died Monday, December 20, 2021 at South Bend Memorial Hospital. He was born October 14, 1947 in Elkhart to Everett and Roberta (Starner) Mathews. Survivors include two sons, Daryl Mathews and Douglas (Ruby) Mathews, both of Constantine; five grandchildren, Taylor Lace, Carissa Mathews, Josh Mathews, Debra Wilson and Malea Mathews; two great-grandchildren, …

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Tony Sehy, 51

To know Tony Sehy was to know a person who was devoted to his faith and family. Optimistic and light-hearted, Tony modeled a genuine love for all people. A wonderful husband and father, he was incredibly blessed with a beautiful family supporting him every step of the way. Sadly, he is gone too soon. May his rich collection of memories …

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Donna White, 62

Donna Marie White, age 62, of Sturgis, passed away Tuesday, December 14th, 2021 at Three Rivers Health following a cardiac arrest due to COVID-19 Pneumonia. Donna was born in Pontiac, MI on March 20th, 1959. She was adopted by Rudolph and Kathleen (Curtis) Minchella. Donna is survived by her husband Edwin Robert White; her two children Krystina (Noriega) Morrison married …

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Shelby Springer, 79

Shelby G Springer, age 79, of Shipshewana, died on Monday, December 20, 2021. Arrangements by Farrand Funeral Home.

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