Obituaries
Dale Wayne Wagner
Jun 23, 2025
Dale Wayne Wagner, 91, of Battle Creek, Michigan died peacefully at Kairos Dwelling on Monday, June 23, 2025.
Dale was born December 21, 1933, in Battle Creek, the son of Paul and Irene (Kelley) Wagner. He grew up in Battle Creek and was a 1952 graduate of Battle Creek Central High School. Dale Wayne Wagner and Mary Ann Paulson were united...
Becky Sue Sherman
Jun 23, 2025
Becky Sue Sherman, 66, of Battle Creek passed away Monday, June 23, 2025.
Becky was born in Battle Creek on July 9, 1958, the daughter of John and Carolyn Jane (Reick) Barker. She attended Pennfield High School and worked for Michigan Paperboard. She loved her family and was a good-hearted person.
Becky is survived by her daughter, Stacy Barker; sister, Brenda Barker;...
Marilyn Dee Stoddard
Jun 23, 2025
Marilyn Dee Stoddard moved into her heavenly mansion on June 23, 2025 with Jesus as her Guide.
Born Minerva Marilyn Thompson to Oscar Lee Thompson and Minerva Madge Hopkins in Wardell, MO on November 17, 1947, she was one of seventeen children (including a twin sister who died in infancy).
Forced to leave high school to care for her younger siblings after...
Michael Eugene Walker
Jun 19, 2025
With great sorrow we announce Michael Eugene Walker, 69, died at his home in St. Joseph, MI with his wife, Kathy (Rayburn) Walker, by his side. On June 19, 2025 his fight against ILD ended in peace.
Michael was born November 25, 1955, to Omar and Marian (Hussey) Walker in Battle Creek, MI. He is preceded in death by his daughter,...
LeRoy Earl "Roy" Oliver, Jr.
Jun 19, 2025
LeRoy Earl “Roy” Oliver, Jr., 60, of Battle Creek, Michigan died peacefully, after a long illness, on Thursday, June 19, 2025, at Majestic Care.
Roy was born July 7, 1964, in Battle Creek, Michigan to LeRoy Earl and Sandra Jan (Hamilton) Oliver, Sr. He grew up in Athens, Michigan and was a 1982 graduate of Athens High School. Roy became his...
Sharon Lee (Chivington) Schele
Jun 17, 2025
Sharon L. Schele, 84 of Battle Creek passed away June 17, 2025 after a brief illness. She was born January 24, 1941, in Dayton, Ohio to Raymond and Ruth (Cruzen) Chivington. As a small child, she moved to Battle Creek with her family and was a 1959 graduate of Battle Creek Central High School. Sharon loved all kinds of dance...
Gordon Wayne Squires
Jun 16, 2025
Gordon Wayne Squires, age 86 of Richland passed away peacefully on Monday, June 16, 2025. He was born in Detroit, Michigan on January 21, 1939, the son of Wayne and Geraldine (Carpenter) Squires. Gordon graduated from Dearborn High School and continued his education at Western Michigan University, where he received a BS & MS in Aviation Engineering Technology.
Gordon faithfully served...
Michael Leon "Mike" Byers, Sr.
Jun 15, 2025
Michael Leon Byers, Sr., 74, of Battle Creek, Michigan passed away unexpectedly at his home on Sunday, June 15, 2025. He went through Heaven’s Gates and joined the love of his life, Teresa A. (Wood) Byers, who preceded him in death on June 26, 2014. They were united in marriage on November 2, 1991.
Mike, the eldest of five children, was...
Jack W. Gray
Jun 14, 2025
Jack W. Gray, 99, a lifelong Battle Creek resident, passed away Saturday, June 14, 2025.
Jack was born March 6, 1926, in Battle Creek, Michigan to Howard A. and Helen M. (Casey) Gray and was raised by his beloved aunt, Grace. Jack was a 1944 graduate of Battle Creek Central High School. He honorably served with the 8thAir Force 1944-46, flew...
Carl Lewis Harnden
Jun 13, 2025
Carl Lewis Harnden, 76, went to be with the Lord on June 13, 2025.
Carl was born December 10, 1948 in Allegan to Lewis and Verna (Brimley) Harnden. As a teenager he enjoyed playing various sports and when he was in the eighth grade, he decided that he wanted to become a physical education teacher. In high school, he played football,...
Gordon Neal "Skip" Huff
Jun 13, 2025
Gordon “Skip” Neal Huff, 87, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on June 13, 2025 in Howell after a battle with Alzheimer's. He hung on long enough for his son to fly in from California.
He was born in Battle Creek on Oct. 13, 1937, to Roswald and Gladys (Micklatcher) Huff, the second of four children. After graduating from Battle Creek...
Ross Robert Poole
Jun 12, 2025
Ross Robert Poole, age 36, passed away unexpectedly on June 12, 2025. Born on September 19, 1988, Ross was a beloved son, brother, father, uncle, and friend whose soul was as vibrant as it was kind.
Ross deeply loved science fiction, movies, and storytelling—especially anything related to Star Wars. He brought laughter, imagination, and light to everyone who knew him. Though...
Jeffery Allen Andrews, Sr.
Jun 12, 2025
Jeffery Allen Andrews Sr., 58, passed away Thursday, June 12, 2025.
Jeffery was born May 18, 1967 in Battle Creek to Tommy Andrews and Janet (Bates) Felter. He enjoyed riding his motorcycle, going to concerts and NASCAR races. He loved his grandkids, spending time with his family and having bonfires.
Jeffery is survived by his son, Jeffery Andrews; stepdaughter, Brittany Lima; girlfriend,...
Andrew L. Reese
Jun 11, 2025
Andrew L. Reese, age 75 of Wellington, Florida and formerly of Battle Creek passed away June 11, 2025 while in Hospice Care in West Palm Beach, Florida. He was born in Battle Creek on June12, 1949 the son of Wendell L. and Katherine C. Reese.
Andy spent his growing up years in Battle Creek, attending Battle Creek Public Schools and graduating...
Darlene Kay Anthony
Jun 5, 2025
Darlene Kay Anthony, 73, passed away June 5, 2025.
Darlene was born October 26, 1951 in Battle Creek to Chester and Dorothy (DeHollander) Ford. She was a graduate of Gull Lake High School and later worked there as a custodian. She also worked at K-Mart for over 20 years. On April 23, 2004, she was united in marriage to Larry G....
Virginia "Ginnie" Ruth (Harpster) Sootsman
Jun 5, 2025
Virginia “Ginnie” Ruth (Harpster) Sootsman passed away on June 5, 2025. She was born on November 21, 1933 to Floyd Jennings Harpster and Ruth Adele (Berry) Harpster. Virginia attended a one-room country school, WK Kellogg Junior High School, and graduated from Battle Creek Central High School in 1951. She then attended Western Michigan University until she married her high school...
Allen Michael Ryder
Jun 3, 2025
Allen Michael “Al” or “Mike” Ryder, 76, of Battle Creek, Michigan died peacefully at home on Tuesday, June 3, 2025, after a long illness.
Al was born December 3, 1948, in Saginaw, Michigan the son of Allen Clyde and Elizabeth Katherine Reittenbach. He grew up in Saginaw and was a 1967 graduate of Arthur Hill High School.
Al had an inherent entrepreneurial...
Laura Lu Wedl
Jun 3, 2025
Laura Lu Wedl, 89, of Battle Creek, died June 3, 2025. Laura was born November 17, 1935 in Dayton, TN to Earl and Lucille (Pool) Gothard. Laura was a long-time member of the Salvation Army and was very active there. She also enjoyed camping, sewing and taking long bus trips.
Laura is survived by her children, Linda Sue (Charles) Rosini, Debra...
Terry O. Smith
Jun 3, 2025
Terry O. Smith of Battle Creek, Michigan peacefully passed away on June 3,2025 at The Oaks Senior Living Center with his family at his side, after living a full and satisfying 94 years.
Terry was born on November 7, 1930 in Battle Creek, Michigan to Ora and Margaret (Tennyson) Smith. He acquired his quiet work ethic from his father and his...
Mary Ellen Bearden
Jun 2, 2025
Mary Ellen Bearden, age 89 of Richland, Michigan passed away peacefully on Monday, June 2, 2025. She was born in Grand Rapids, Michigan on February 24, 1936, the daughter of Henry and Johanna (Rottschafer) Scholten. Mary Ellen received her nursing degree from Blodgett School of Nursing in Grand Rapids and her Bachelor’s degree in Latin American Studies from the University...
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