Steven Scott Dobberteen, Jr., age 51, of Burr Oak, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, October 14, 2023 at his home. He was born December 1, 1971 in Sturgis son of Steven Scott and Georgia (Frye) Dobberteen. Scott resided most of his life in Burr Oak where he was a graduate of Burr Oak High School with the class of 1990. …
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Troy Martin, 82
Troy Wiley Martin, age 82, of Three Rivers, passed away Monday, October 9, 2023 at South Bend Memorial Hospital. He was born January 17, 1941 in Brookhaven, Miss, the son of Aaron and Luvenia (Sanders) Martin. Known around Three Rivers as “The Black Gypsy,” Troy loved riding his decorated bicycle around town while wearing his gypsy gear. He was definitely …
Read More »Evelyn Pant, 91
Evelyn R. (Harman) Pant, age 91, of Sturgis, passed away early Sunday morning, October 15, 2023 at Thurston Woods Villa in Sturgis. She was born February 5, 1932 in New York, New York daughter of the late Phillip and Lillian (DeBaum) Harman. Mrs. Pant resided in Sturgis for the past 68 years coming from Maryland. Her early life was spent …
Read More »Ragnar Paul, 5 months
Ragnar L. Paul of Union, age 5 months, of Union City, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Friday, October 13, 2023. Ragnar was born on April 26, 2023 in Three Rivers, a son to Keith and Haley (Montes) Paul. He is survived by his parents Keith and Haley Paul of Union City, siblings: Joshua, Justin, Joseph, Cheyienne, Khaleesi, John, …
Read More »Sandra Mow, 74
Sandra J. Mow, age 74, of Sturgis, passed away late Friday evening, October 13, 2023 at her home. She was born September 24, 1949 in Sturgis, daughter of the late David and Ruth (Short) Schmidt. Sandra was a lifelong Sturgis resident and graduate of Sturgis High School with the class of 1967. She retired in 2017 from LTI Printing in …
Read More »Kenneth Stiver, 91
Kenneth T. Stiver of Schoolcraft passed away on Wednesday, October 11, 2023 at the age of 91. His life was marked by his admirable career, heartfelt memories, and profound impact on those around him. He was born on October 18, 1931 in Schoolcraft to parents Fred and Mahala (Taylor) Stiver. Kenneth grew up surrounded by love and a strong sense …
Read More »Bonnie Nash, 83
Bonnie Jean Nash, age 83, of Three Rivers, passed away Thursday, October 12, 2023 at her home, surrounded by her loving family. She was born May 5, 1940 in Parkville, MI to Robert and Lillie (Dentler) Owen. She was raised by her grandparents, Ralph and Jessie Dentler. Bonnie enjoyed visiting the casino, family time, and visiting garage sales. Remaining to …
Read More »Martha Schwartz, 79
Martha Schwartz, age 79, passed away on Thursday, October 12, 2023 at Thurston Woods Village in Sturgis where she had been a resident since 2019. She was born August 31, 1944 in Centreville, a daughter of Harvey and Elizabeth (Slaubaugh) Borkholder and attended the Nottawa Stone School. On December 22, 1963 she married Jacob B. Schwartz at Locust Grove Mennonite …
Read More »Ron Upp, 82
Ronald L. Upp, age 82, of Sherwood, passed away on Wednesday, October 11, 2023, at Fairview Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Centreville. Ron was born on February 4, 1941 in Coldwater, a son to the late Darrel and Ruth (Smith) Upp. Living his entire life in the Sherwood area, Ron was a member of the Crossroads Bible Church. He enjoyed …
Read More »Carl Eicher, infant
Carl Andrew Eicher, age 1 month and 27 days, passed away on Wednesday, October 11, 2023, at C.S. Mott Childrens Hospital in Ann Arbor. Carl was born on August 14, 2023, a son to Lee and Edith (Hochstetler) Eicher. Carl is survived by his parents: Lee Andrew and Edith M. Eicher of Colon, siblings: Cynthia Joy, Clayton Michael, Collin Daryl, …
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