Obituaries
Blake Fulton
Jun 2, 2023
Blake Fulton, born October 15, 1995 in Battle Creek, MI passed away unexpectedly at home on June 2, 2023. Blake was described by many as a “Ray of Sunshine” and brought laughter to everyone with whom he came in contact. He had a variety of hobbies but especially enjoyed Anime and had decorated the canvas of his body with many...
Sheryl Kay Hoffman
Jun 2, 2023
Sheryl Kay Hoffman of Richland, MI
Sheryl, age 68, passed away unexpectedly at her residence on Friday morning, June 2, 2023.
She is the daughter of Earl C. and Evelyn (Evie) C. (Chalker) Hoffman. She was born in Kalamazoo, MI on March 6, 1955. She was a lifetime area resident of Richland and graduated from Gull Lake Community High School...
Mateo Ramon
Jun 1, 2023
On Thursday, June 1, 2023 Mateo “Teo” C. Ramon a beloved son, grandson, brother, nephew, cousin and friend went home to the Lord.
Mateo was a 2020 graduate of Marshall Academy and was currently working full time at Bleistahl North America LP.
Mateo was a kind caring man. He deeply loved the Lord, his family, friends and Country. From an...
Aniya Kay Cross
Jun 1, 2023
Aniya Kay Cross, 21, of Battle Creek died unexpectedly on June 1, 2023.
Aniya was survived by her Momma Shannon Marion; father, Christopher Cross Jr. and bonus mom, Ashley Cottrell; sisters, Kaylie, Abbie, Mae Allen, Izabella, Yesenia and Brianna; brothers, Davion and Dominic; grandparents, Debbie Quinn and Thomas (Julie) Marion, amazing aunts and uncles and so many cousins, too many...
Patrick M. Kukla
May 31, 2023
It is with deep sorrow and much love that we mourn the passing of Patrick M. Kukla of East Leroy, MI on May 31, 2023 at the age of 62.
Although Pat suffered many years, he died peacefully in the arms of our Lord at Rose Arbor Hospice Place (Kalamazoo) with his devoted wife Annette (McClusky) Kukla by his side.
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David O. "Dave" Leach
May 30, 2023
David Oliver “Dave” Leach, age 84, of Portage, Michigan and formerly of Battle Creek, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 30, 2023, surrounded by his family.
Dave Leach was born November 18, 1938, at home in Bedford Township, Michigan to Thelma Frances Leach and Warren Clare Leach. As a young child, while his parents worked, his two sisters, Mary and...
Jack Clarence Taylor
May 29, 2023
Jack Clarence Taylor, 87, passed away Monday, May 29, 2023.
Jack was born to Georgia and Clarence Taylor on February 15, 1936 in Rio Grande City, Texas. Jack joined the service in 1955 and serving his country became the honor of his life, dying on Memorial Day a fitting tribute.
Jack’s life revolved around family and friends. On September 21,...
Philip John Suedmeyer
May 28, 2023
Philip John Suedmeyer “Sued” “Pops”, 79, passed away on Sunday, May 28th, 2023 at his home on Beadle Lake in Battle Creek, Michigan. He was born on August 2nd, 1943 in Prescott, Wisconsin. He is survived by his brother, Paul Suedmeyer. Phil was preceded in death by his first born, Kristi Suedmeyer. His life will forever be cherished in the...
Suzanne "Sue" Sprau
May 24, 2023
Suzanne “Sue” Sprau, age 81, of Battle Creek passed away peacefully on Wednesday morning, May 24, 2023.
Sue was born in Battle Creek on December 2, 1941, the loving daughter of Leonard Jesse and Geraldine Mae (Buffington) Baker. She graduated from Springfield High School with the class of 1959 and furthered her education at Kellogg Community College. Sue worked as...
Mildred Jean Bradd
May 22, 2023
Mildred Jean (Lisenbee) Bradd was born December 11, 1942 in Wareham, MA to Luna Jearl Lisenbee and Nancy Veatrice (Hines) Lisenbee. She left this world early Monday morning, May 22, 2023, surrounded by her four Daughters, after a short battle with cancer.
Jeannie grew up in a military house as her father was in the Army so they...
Delos L. "Dee" Nash
May 21, 2023
Delos L. “Dee” Nash, 90, of Battle Creek, died May 21, 2023. Dee was born November 29, 1932 in Nashville, MI to Buearl and Gladys (Reid) Nash. He graduated from Lakeview High School and went on to serve honorably in the United States Army. Dee was a dedicated employee at Battle Creek Feed & Grain, working for 50 years, retiring...
Thomas James Wightman
May 16, 2023
Thomas James “Jimmy” Wightman, 75, of Dowling, MI, passed away on May 16, 2023.
He was born November 2, 1947 to Mary and Russell Wightman. Jim was a graduate of Battle Creek Central High School. In 1973, Jimmy married the love of his life, Dianne Cunningham. He worked as a truck driver for the Teamster’s Union for various trucking companies for...
Lester N. "Les" Heidmous
May 16, 2023
Lester N. Heidmous, age 84 of Augusta, Michigan passed peacefully on May 16, 2023. He was surrounded by his family during his last days.
He was born in Detroit, MI on September 20, 1938 to Sadie and Najim Heidmous.
Beloved husband to Carol Heidmous. Cherished father to Tracy McAllister (Raymond), Mathew Heidmous (Lori), and Dana Heidmous. Stepfather to José Vazquez...
Jeffrey Osborne Jackson
May 16, 2023
Jeffrey O. Jackson, 61, of Galesburg, died May 16, 2023. Jeff was born August 21, 1961 in Battle Creek to Otto and Betty (Elshire) Jackson. Shortly after graduating high school Jeff served his country honorably in the United States Army. He previously worked at Denso for several years and was currently employed at Kellogg.
Jeff loved being outdoors. He...
Kristin (Petro) Markillie
May 12, 2023
Kristin R. (Petro) Markillie, 28, went home to heaven to be with her Lord and Savior on May 13, 2023. Kristin was born on October 19, 1994 in Kalamazoo, Michigan to Jon and Missi (Marks) Petro. Kristin was a beautiful soul to everyone she met. Kristin’s greatest joy came from connecting with others. She loved to laugh and her laughter was heard throughout...
Lyleen Denise Still
May 12, 2023
Lyleen Denise Still, 62, of Battle Creek passed away Friday, May 12, 2023. Lyleen was born in Battle Creek on June 2, 1960 to LaRene Nash, and was later adopted by John and Marge Reynolds. She was a graduate of Bellevue High School. She proudly worked at TRMI for over 30 years building automotive electrical switches. She enjoyed puzzles, reading,...
Beverly Gertrude Crookes
May 12, 2023
Beverly Gertrude (Carder) Crookes
On May 12,2023, Beverly left her family and friends to be with our Lord Jesus. Beverly was born June 10, 1937 to Richard and Gertrude (Robinson) Carder in Dowagiac, Michigan. She grew up in Dowagiac and graduated from Dowagiac Union High School in 1955. She earned a Bachelors Degree in Elementary and Special Education from Western...
Daniel A. "Dan" Latowski
May 11, 2023
Daniel Albert Latowski died May 11, 2023 at age 96. Daniel was born in Harvey, Illinois to Hattie and John Latowkski. He graduated in 1941 from Ascension High School.
Dan was married to his wife, Laura, for 72 years. He served in the Army as an aircraft mechanic during World War II. He ran his own business consulting...
Coral Lynn "Corky" Collins
May 9, 2023
Coral Lynn “Corky” (Oldenburg ) Collins, 76 of Battle Creek, Michigan, died peacefully at Comfort living in Kalamazoo, with her family at her side.
Coral was born March 26, 1947 in Muskegon, Michigan, the daughter of John & Marguerite (Bennick) Oldenburg. She grew up in Muskegon, MI and was a 1965 graduate of Minot High School in Minot, North Dakota. Corky...
Gary Edward Manwarren
May 9, 2023
Gary Edward Manwarren, 68, passed away after a brief illness in his home on May 9, 2023. Gary was born June 7, 1954 to the late Ida Nuding and LD Manwarren (Mary). Gary is preceded in death by seven brothers, Allen, Lawrence (Marcie), Richard, Harold (Dorothy), James (Beulah), Ronnie (Penny) and Danny and one sister who died at birth.
Gary...
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