Obituaries

Nancy Lee Pankey, age 92, of Three Rivers, passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 6, 2025, at Birch Meadows Senior Care. She was born on September 18, 1933 in Pontiac, the daughter of LeRoy and Edith (Wood) Krugjohann. Nancy spent 50 years in Pontiac, where she dedicated much of her life to her work and raising her family. She later …

Dorothy E. Goodenough, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully into the loving hands of her Lord and Savior on Friday, December 5, 2025, in Marcellus at the age 81, surrounded by her loving family. Born on August 17, 1944, in Searcy, Arkansas, Dorothy was the embodiment of humility and grace, carrying a spirit of warmth that …

Roslyn J. Bumgardner, age 91, of Three Rivers, passed away Wednesday, December 3, 2025. Roslyn was born on September 27, 1934 in Kalamazoo, the daughter of Paul and Victoria (Grimm) Ottney. Before retiring, she worked as an Auditor in the manufacturing industry. Roslyn is survived by her three children, Roxie (William) Van Dyke, Ronald Bumgardner and Reva (Daniel) Hale; two …

James Allan Clark, age 90, of Portage, passed away at his home on Thursday, December 4, 2025 after a long illness.  He was born in Cleveland on May 23, 1935 with his loving parents Kenneth and Lucile (Smith) Clark.  James attended St. Joseph High School and was part of the 1953 graduating class.  Following high school, James joined the United …

Joseph K. Langevin, age 67, of Fulton, passed away on Thursday, December 4, 2025, at Bronson Methodist Hospital, surrounded by his family. Born on August 5, 1958 in Marquette, Joseph was the son of Charles and Annette (Labine) Langevin. He graduated from Kearsley High School in Flint with the Class of 1976. Joseph proudly served his country as a member …

Robert “Bob” Lee Crandell was born in Pontiac, Michigan, on March 17, 1938, and passed away on Wednesday, December 3, 2025 at the age of 87. His family later moved to Fremont, Michigan, where Bob spent his youth. A three-season varsity athlete at Fremont High School, he remained an avid sports fan throughout his life and a loyal, life-long friend …

Phyllis Ann Schuler, age 77, of Sturgis, passed away Thursday morning, December 4, 2025, at her home. She was born November 15, 1948 in Sturgis, daughter of the late Emery and Marilyn (Nichols) Bowsher. On August 22, 1975, she married William Paul “Biggie” Schuler in Centreville. Phyllis was a lifelong resident of Sturgis and a graduate of Sturgis High School …

Gary Glenn Rifenberg, age 81, of Three Rivers, passed away Wednesday, December 3, 2025 at Three Rivers Health surrounded by his loving family. He was born July 11, 1944 in Three Rivers, the son of Glenn and Velma “Peggy” Rifenberg, and graduated from Three Rivers High School with the Class of 1962. Gary furthered his education at Albion College graduating …

Russell Wayne Zimlich, a longtime resident of Three Rivers and former resident of Grand Rapids, passed away on Tuesday, December 2, 2025, at the age of 72. He was born on February 22,1953 in Dearborn to Alden J and Doreen (Richardson) Zimlich. Russ was the middle of three children. Russ graduated from Three Rivers High School in 1971. During school …

Sandra Leigh Jones, age 74, of Jones, passed away Tuesday, December 2, 2025, at South Bend Memorial Hospital after complications from a tragic fall. Surrounded by her three daughters, family, and friends, she was lovingly cared for in her final days. She left this world boldly just like she lived it! Born on October 1, 1951 in Fort Worth, Texas, …