Obituaries

Joseph Richard Nowicki Sr., age 84, of Three Rivers, passed away peacefully at his home on Monday, November 10, 2025, surrounded by the comfort of the place and people he loved most. Born August 8, 1941 in Detroit, Joe was the son of Joseph P. and Catherine (Stachurski) Nowicki. He graduated from Detroit Pershing High School and went on to …

Michael James Phelps, age 71, of Three Rivers, passed away Thursday, November 6, 2025 at Beacon Kalamazoo surrounded by his loving family. He was born April 9, 1954 in Vicksburg, the son of James and Joyce (Hodgman) Phelps, and graduated from Three Rivers High School with the Class of 1972. Mike worked in manufacturing for Viking/Archer Coach for many years, …

George D. Herding, age 72, of Sturgis, passed away Friday, November 7, 2025, at the Sturgis Hospital Emergency Room. He was born October 3, 1953 in Three Rivers, a son of the late George and Irene (Jones) Herding. George was a lifelong resident of Sturgis and a proud graduate of Sturgis High School with the class of 1971. He continued …

Gisela O Trosper, age 80, of White Pigeon, died on Sunday, Nov. 9, 2025 at her home. She was born on May 24, 1945 in Auerswalde, Germany the daughter of Heinz and Marie(Thierfelder) Oettel. Gisela was a resident of The United States since 1967. She enjoyed animals, and retired from Coachman Manufacturing. She married Phillip Trosper on Oct. 2, 1964. …

Jaclynn Dee “Jackie” Havens, age 78, of White Pigeon, passed away Saturday, November 8, 2025 at Elkhart General Hospital with her loving husband at her side. Jackie is survived by her husband of 60 years, Michael Hewitt “Mike” Havens. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Holly Havens, in 2021. In accordance with family wishes, cremation will be conducted. …

Terrence “Terry” Lee Lewis, age 61, of Three Rivers, passed away Friday, November 7, 2025 at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born September 6, 1964 in Three Rivers, the son of George E. and Marsha R. (Detwiler) Lewis, and graduated from Three Rivers High School with the Class of 1982. Terry was a dedicated employee of …

Kim Eldon Farris, born on September 14, 1953, in Coldwater, passed away on Thursday, November 6, 2025, at the age of 72, after a brief battle with cancer. He was surrounded by his loving mother Barb and daughter Christy at the time of his passing. Kim is survived by his mother, Barb, and his children: Christy (Bob) Snyder of Grayling, …

Diane Patricia Saxman, age 83 of Leonidas, passed away on Thursday, November 6, 2025 in Three Rivers, after battling a long illness.  She was born in Chicago, the daughter of Henry and Anne (Szczerba) Brandys.  Diane attended Factoryville Bible School, Athens Schools, and Colon High School, where she was part of the 1960 graduating class.  Diane married Darel Saxman, they …

Lila L. Mostrom, age 83, of Sturgis, passed away on Thursday, November 6, 2025, at The Birches in Leonidas, following an extended illness and surrounded by her loving family. She was born on January 14, 1942 in Sturgis, a daughter of Milton and Eunice (Brouse) Cattell. Lila attended Centreville High School, where she enjoyed cheerleading with her sister Myrna, and …

Terry Lee Ringler, age 77, of Bronson, passed away on Wednesday, November 5, 2025, at Medilodge of Marshall. Born on February 1, 1948 in Kalamazoo,  he was the son of the late Harold and Rose Ringler. Terry proudly served his country as a member of the United States Navy until his honorable discharge on September 7, 1967. On November 7, …