Obituaries

Brian James Willoughby died peacefully and unexpectedly on Saturday, July 15, 2023 at his Vicksburg home at the age of 56. He was an amazing son, husband, dad, brother, uncle, and human with a kind and gentle spirit. Brian was an extraordinary selfless person who brought his own brand of humor whenever friends and family were together. He enjoyed spending …

Douglas Bruce Krugh, age 78, of LaBelle, Florida, died on Nov. 30, 2022. He was born Nov. 3, 1944, in Kalamazoo to parents Bruce and Audrey (Foss) Krugh. Doug was an accomplished musician, playing locally and nationally in bands such as The Falkons, The Frank Sparks Revue, the Debonairs, Country Express and others. He was a skilled billiards player who …

Jayne Marie Shearer, age 65, of Grand Rapids, passed away Friday, July 14, 2023 at University of Michigan Health-West. She was born March 2, 1958 in Kalamazoo, the daughter of Duane A. and Wilma L. (Teugh) Barnes, and graduated from Vicksburg High School with the Class of 1976. A clothier by trade, Jayne truly enjoyed her work at David’s Bridal, …

Barbara Elizabeth (Hiemstra, Norton) Tokarski, age 92, of Three Rivers, passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 8, 2023 at Edgewood Health and Rehabilitation Center. Barbara spent her early years in Cass and St. Joseph Counties and graduated from Three Rivers High School in 1949. She was part owner of the then Windmill Restaurant, but also worked in many restaurants around …

Brenda J. Burnau, age 74, of Three Rivers, passed away on Saturday, July 15, 2023 at Borgess Hospital in Kalamazoo. She was born March 28, 1941 in Battle Creek, a daughter to John and Virgie Bernheisel. Brenda married her husband, Jerry Burnau, in Battle Creek on October 18, 1976. Brenda spent her early years in Battle Creek working in a …

Marguerite Jean Miller, age 98, of Sturgis, passed away Monday morning, July 17, 2023, at her home. She was born October 7, 1924, in Centreville, daughter of the late John and Josephine (Hasbrouck) Bolender. Mrs. Miller resided in the Sturgis, Three Rivers, and Centreville areas her entire life, and was a graduate of Centreville High School. On February 16, 1946 …

It is with heartfelt sadness to announce the sudden, peaceful passing of Charlene Lois (Johnson) Chase, age 90, on January 24, 2023 in Naples, FL, surrounded by her children, Curtis, Sandra and Jennifer, and beloved poodle Hannah. She was born on September 7, 1932, in Oak Park, IL, to the late Frances Ann (Johnson) and Charles L. Johnson, owner of …

Brenda Kay Meek, age 76, of Sturgis, passed away early Friday morning, July 14, 2023 at Ascension Borgess Medical Center in Kalamazoo. She was born June 4, 1947 in Manila, Arkansas daughter of the late Robert Floyd and Dorothy Mae (Manning) Gregory. Brenda resided in Sturgis since 1982, coming from Galien, where she was a graduate of Galien High School …

Lawrence A. Franks, age 89, of Sturgis, passed away Sunday afternoon, July 9, 2023 at his home. He was born August 30, 1933 in Brimfield, Indiana son of the late Newell A. and Grace A. (Disler) Franks. Mr. Franks resided in Sturgis nearly his entire life and was a graduate of Sturgis High School with the class of 1951. He …

Randy Richardson, age 59, of Three Rivers, passed away Sunday, July 9, 2023 at Edgewood Health and Rehabilitation. He was born June 28, 1964, in Greenville, Illinois, the son of Robert L. Richardson and Margie Richardson, and graduated from Greenville High School. He enjoyed his work as a CDL driver, like his father. Randy had a great sense of humor …