Obituaries

Karen L. Cross, age 61, of Cassopolis, passed away at Elkhart General hospital on Tuesday, November 2, 2021. Karen was born in Sioux Falls, South Dakota on April 10, 1960, a daughter to Robert and Patricia (Mergl) Kne. Karen graduated from Coloma High School. She worked as a RN most of her life and most recently served Heartland and Fairview …

Gerane Ardell “Gerry” Brossman of Vandalia, died peacefully early Saturday morning, October 30, 2021, just two days after her ninety-third birthday. Her life began October 28, 1928 in South Bend, the fifth and youngest daughter of six children born to Walter and Lydia Sass.  She graduated from South Bend Central High school in 1946 and from Memorial Hospital School of …

Timothy Earle Roush, age 63, of Plainwell, went to his eternal home on Monday, Nov. 1, 2021. Tim was born Nov. 15, 1957 in Three Rivers, the son of Nancy (Prowse) and Norman H. Roush, both of whom preceded him in death. Tim grew up in Three Rivers and graduated from Three Rivers High School, where he played varsity basketball …

William Andrew Grindel was born on March 12, 1960 to Margaret Bock Grindel and William Henry (Hank) Grindel in Dowagiac, and graduated from Three Rivers High School in 1978. He immediately enlisted in the United States Navy training at the Great Lakes Naval Base and achieve the rank of FTG1 WAG. He was stationed at Yokosuka Naval Base, Japan. Decorations …

Shirley I. “Penny” Beachey, age 65, White Pigeon, died on Monday, November 1, 2021 at Rose Arbor Hospice in Kalamazoo after a two year battle with cancer. She was born September 18, 1956 in Waukegan, IL a daughter of William and Shirley (Duncan) Swallers. Penny was a certified nurse assistant and worked in home care throughout St. Joseph County both …

Delores Ann Pinkerton, age 77, died on Sunday, October 31, 2021. In accordance with family wishes, cremation will be conducted. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Arrangements by Hohner Funeral Home.

Dixie Lee Cox, age 79, died on Sunday, October 31, 2021. In accordance with family wishes, cremation will be conducted. Memorial services are pending at this time. Arrangements by Hohner Funeral Home.

Lucy O’Dell (Harvey) Peterson, age 82, of Constantine, died peacefully at her home surrounded by her family on Thursday, October 28, 2021 just before midnight.  She was born at Birch Lake on January 20, 1939 to Ruel B. and Margaret (Reid) Harvey. Lucy was raised at Birch Lake, where she spent hours swimming in the lake and told stories of …

Mark Edward Chapman, age 63, of Elkhart, passed away Thursday, October 28, 2021 in the care and comfort of his home. Mark was born on February 8, 1958 in Sturgis to Gary D. and Betty (Horkey) Chapman. He is survived by his loving companion of 24 years Linda Peffley, son Mark A. Chapman; two grandsons, Caiden and Kristopher Chapman; mother …

Dwight Charles Bowdish was a loving, wonderful husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend. He left this world suddenly on Wednesday, October 27, 2021, at the age of 81. He was born to Charles and Gladys Bowdish in Sturgis. He met the love of his life at the age of 15, Rebecca Rose, and were married after high school. Together they …