Obituaries

Bonnie Jean Harmon, age 82, of Sturgis, passed away Friday evening, June 20, 2025, at Fairview Nursing and Rehabilitation in Centreville. She was born August 1, 1942 in Cambridge, Ohio. Bonnie resided in Sturgis for over 50 years. She retired from Mancino’s Pizza in Sturgis following several years of dedicated employment as store manager. Bonnie was a lifelong loyal avid …

LaMonte “Monty” Wendell Norton, age 79, of St. Petersburg, Florida passed away Thursday, June 19th, 2025. Monty was born February 10th, 1946 in Three Rivers, the son of Arvid and Iyla (Crane) Norton and lived in the Kalamazoo area most of his life until relocating to St. Petersburg to live closer to his son. He was a graduate of the …

Robert L. (Bob) Wetherbee, age 98, was born on November 27, 1926 and passed away peacefully at his home with his family by his side on Monday, June 23, 2025. He was born in Flowerfield, MI, to Lester and Genieve Wetherbee. Bob married Joyce (Ward) Wetherbee on October 31, 1947 and were married for 77 incredible years. They have resided …

Alan Jay Schrader, age 82, of Constantine, formerly of Nottawa, died on Sunday, June 22, 2025 at his home. He was born September 25, 1942 in Sturgis, a son of Louis and Agnes (Teller) Schrader. Alan graduated from Centreville High School in 1960. He served in the US Army from 1962 until 1968. Alan worked as a saw operator for …

Linda L. Colley, age 85, of Constantine, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 16, 2025 at The Sparrow House in Sturgis.  She was born April 13, 1940 in Allegan, a daughter of Gerald and Ina (Roblyer) Shafer. Linda graduated from Allegan High School in 1958, and went on to obtain her LPN from Borgess School of Nursing. On August 26, 1961 …

Evelyn Joan Glessner, age 91, of Three Rivers, passed away Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at Birch Meadows Senior Care. She was born August 29, 1933 in Three Rivers, the daughter of Clarence and Rhea (Rifenberg) Kahler, and graduated from Three Rivers High School. On July 25, 1953, Evelyn married the love of her life, Glen J. Glessner. The two enjoyed …

Eleanor “Ellie” J. Richmond, age 93, of Sturgis, was called home to be with her Lord and Savior Wednesday afternoon, June 18, 2025, at Thurston Woods Village in Sturgis. She was born on August 16, 1931 in Blue Hill, Maine, daughter of the late Henry and Alice (Clarey) Mutanen. Ellie resided in Sturgis since 1952 coming from Winter Harbor, Maine. …

Pamela E. Quirin, age 79, of Sturgis, passed away early Tuesday morning, June 17, 2025, at Thurston Woods Village in Sturgis. She was born on July 5, 1945 in Lansing, daughter of the late Robert and Mary (Whiting) McElmurry. Pam resided in Sturgis for the past 63 years coming from Lansing. On August 15, 1964, she married Rudolph C. “Butch” …

David Thomas Pueschel, age 62, of Sturgis, passed away Monday, June 16, 2025 at his home, leaving behind a legacy of generosity, humor, and dedication to those he loved. Born on August 13, 1962, David stood tall in both stature and spirit—with a presence as big as his heart. Known as “Papa” to his grandchildren, he was a gentle giant …

Jeffrey Eugene Lantz, age 69, of Three Rivers, died on March 29, 2025. His life began November 2, 1955 in Elkhart, the eldest of two children born to William and Connie Lantz. Jeffrey served honorably for six years in the United States Army. He was athletic and enjoyed bicycle riding, as well as being an avid vegetable gardener. Jeffrey will …