Obituaries

Sue Ann (Lane) Hughes, age 76, of Colon, left this world to return to her heavenly home on Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at Maple Lawn Rehabilitation and Medical Facility in Coldwater. Sue Ann was the daughter of William and Avice Lane, born on September 1, 1947.  She graduated from Colon High School with the class of 1965 and soon after …

Judith May Norton, age 74, of Three Rivers, beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother, mother-in-law, sister, and friend, went to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on Tuesday, July 30, 2024. Judi leaves behind her loving husband of 50 years. She had many friends and was always welcoming to new friends. She loved her grandchildren with all her heart …

Patricia “Patty” Elaine Slaughter, age 63, of Three Rivers, passed away Monday, July 29, 2024 at her home unexpectedly. She was born March 21, 1961 in Three Rivers, the daughter of Lawrence and Marion (Snow) Slaughter, and graduated from Constantine High School with the Class of 1979. Patty enjoyed cooking and baking, skills she initially honed at Meek’s Mill Café …

The family of Patricia “Pat” Sullivan would like to share the news of her passing. Surrounded by her family, Pat peacefully passed away at Birch Meadows Senior Care on Monday, July 22, 2024 at the age of 87. Pat was a beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, mother-in-law, sister-in-law and aunt. Pat had a very full and well-lived life. Her …

Lola Mae “Happy” Culp, age 96, of Mendon, passed away on Tuesday, July 30, 2024 at Edgewood Health and Rehab in Three Rivers.  She was born on December 7, 1927 in Eaton Rapids, the daughter of St. Clair and Kathryn (Eagan) Carpenter. Happy attended and graduated from Colon High School.  On February 26, 1945 she married Keith Culp at St. …

Jacklyn Lea Connelly, age 88, of Three Rivers, passed away Sunday, July 28, 2024 at Edgewood Health and Rehabilitation. She was born December 4, 1935, in South Bend, the daughter of Paul and Erma (Hoffman) Haringer, and graduated from Three Rivers High School with the Class of 1953. On June 28, 1958 Jacklyn married John A. Connelly. Together they enjoyed …

Annette Louise Merritt, age 60, of Three Rivers, passed away Saturday, July 27, 2024 at Optalis Health and Rehabilitation, surrounded by her loving family. She was born July 14, 1964 in Three Rivers, the daughter of Merle and Marian (Roberts) Carter, and graduated from White Pigeon High School. Annette was a good mom who loved spending time with her family …

Connie Lee Haywood, age 71, of Sturgis, passed away Saturday morning, July 27, 2024, at Ascension Borgess Hospital in Kalamazoo. She was born July 10, 1953, in Coldwater, daughter of the late Russell and Betty (Ames) Solberg. Connie resided in Sturgis for the past 14 years. Her early life was spent in Coldwater and Traverse City. She was currently serving …

Ronald Lee Summers, age 69, of Three Rivers, passed away at his home on Thursday, July 25, 2024 following a brief illness. He was born on April 19, 1955 in South Bend, the son of Harvey and Mildred (Nichols) Summers. On February 14, 2020 he married Margie Avery in Three Rivers. Ron was a simple man who enjoyed the simple …

Martin Montoya, age 58 of Mendon, passed away on Wednesday, July 24, 2024 in Three Rivers.  Martin was born on December 3, 1965 in Mexico, a son of Andres and Carmen Montoya.  Martin worked at Show Hauler in Middlebury for many years.  He truly loved working and going fishing.  He was also a huge fan of scratch off tickets, and would win something with …