Obituaries

It is with heavy hearts and profound gratitude for a life well-lived that we announce the passing of RoseMary Hunter, who departed this world peacefully at home on Tuesday, March 10, 2026, at the age of 83. Born on October 14, 1942 in Three Rivers, RoseMary was the cherished daughter of Luster and Dorothea Liby. RoseMary’s life was a testament …

Tyler James Hoover, age 34, passed away on Tuesday, March 10, 2026, at his home in Elkhart. Tyler was a beloved son, brother, and friend who brought joy, laughter, and light into the lives of those around him. Though he faced personal struggles, his unwavering love for family and friends remained constant. His passing leaves a heartache that will never …

Gary Jean Penn, age 88, of Sturgis, passed away Sunday, March 8, 2026, at Skaggs Assisted Living in Burr Oak. He was born November 9, 1937 in Sturgis, the son of the late C. Hubert and Pauline (Swoveland) Penn. Gary spent his early childhood in northern Indiana before moving to Sturgis, (though he graduated from Centreville High School). On February …

Marian Marjorie Cottingham, age 79, of Three Rivers, passed away Saturday, March 7, 2026. She was born January 18, 1947 in Three Rivers, the daughter of Dean and June (Bradford) Rice, and graduated from Three Rivers High School with the Class of 1965. On August 28, 1966 Marian married Gary Cottingham. Together, they raised three sons and created a warm, …

April Jo Ware, age 50, of Sturgis, passed away Friday evening, March 6, 2026, at her home. She was born May 26, 1975 in Indianapolis, daughter of the late Raymond and Patricia (Hutchinson) Surrette. April resided in Sturgis for most of her life and was a graduate of Sturgis High School with the Class of 1993. She furthered her education …

Frederick L. “Fred” Kline passed away peacefully at the age of 88 on Thursday, March 5, 2026 at The Laurels of Galesburg.  Fred was born on October 16,1937 to Gaylord and Catherine (Klein) Kline.  Fred was lucky enough to live in his childhood home in Scotts since the age of 14. He graduated from Climax-Scotts High School in 1955.  He …

Christenea S. Knapp (Butler), age 73, born on January 18, 1953, passed away at home, surrounded by her loving family on Wednesday, March 4, 2026, following a 3 year battle with cancer. Christenea was raised by her Grandparents/Bestfriends Kathryn and Erwin Burritt in Coldwater. She graduated in 1971 and worked for a close family friend at several different locations for …

Martha Suárez Olivarez, age 72, passed away on Tuesday, March 3, 2026, surrounded by her loved ones up until her final moments she was fighting against cancer, but in the end she went peacefully. Martha was born on August 4, 1953 in Rio Hondo Mexico, where she spent her early years growing up to learn strong values that would guide …

Robert Charles “Bob” LaRoy of Three Rivers, passed away peacefully on February 24, 2026 in Inverness, FL at the age of 79. Bob was born on April 30, 1946 to Marvin and Wilma LaRoy. He grew up in Kalamazoo, alongside his brothers Gerald (Jerry) and Dale. On March 7, 1964, he married the love of his life, Sharon, in Kalamazoo. …

Paul Kenneth Judsen, age 87, of Three Rivers, passed away Monday, March 2, 2026 at his home surrounded by loving family. He was born August 7, 1938 in Chicago, was adopted by Nils A. and Clara M. (Ekle) Judsen. Paul grew up in Three Rivers and graduated from Three Rivers High School with the Class of 1956. On November 30, …