Obituaries
Joshua David Butler
Mar 21, 2026
Joshua David Butler, 36, passed away unexpectedly on March 21, 2026, at Bronson Battle Creek, surrounded by family and friends.
Josh was born in Phoenix, Arizona, on April 17, 1989, Josh grew up in Battle Creek, Michigan. He attended St. Joseph Preschool, Pennfield Schools, Doris Klaussen Developmental Center, and the ATP program. He worked at Pennfield Family Fare supermarket and enjoyed...
Robert R. Scott
Mar 20, 2026
We are profoundly saddened to announce the untimely passing of Robert Scott, who was a cherished son, brother, father, uncle, nephew, cousin, and a dear friend to many.
Robert was a man of steadfast faith and chose to be baptized as a meaningful expression of his personal commitment to Jesus Christ.
Robert faced many challenges throughout his life, and because of his...
Robert Dewey Wolford
Mar 19, 2026
Robert D. Wolford, age 79 of Battle Creek, passed away Thursday morning, March 19, 2026. He was born in Battle Creek, Michigan on February 24, 1947, the son of Donald D. Wolford and Dorothy Lucille (Barnes) Wolford. Robert graduated from B.C. Central High School in 1965. Robert began a graphic artist apprenticeship in August 1966, just before being drafted into...
Gordon Walter Umbreit
Mar 17, 2026
Gordon Walter Umbreit, born February 12, 1932, passed away peacefully, with his daughter by his side, on March 17, 2026. He was born in Allenton, MI as the last of ten children to Elsie and Edward Umbreit.Gordon graduated from Harbor Beach High School in 1950. His first job, however, was in 1943, when he opened up the school each morning...
Robert Allen "Bob" Harberts
Mar 16, 2026
Robert Allen Harberts passed away unexpectedly on March 16, 2026. His wife Patricia (Patti) was able to hold his hand and comfort him during his final moments. He knew he was with the person he loved most dearly and that he was not alone. Bob’s family and friends will miss him greatly. He was such a kind, loving man and...
Purcell Forney
Mar 16, 2026
Purcell Forney, age 96 of Battle Creek passed away Monday, March 16, 2026. He was born in Johnson City, Tennessee on April 28, 1929, the son of Addie and Ruby Forney. He was raised in Elizabeth, Tennessee and moved to Montclair, Tennessee at the age of seven. Later in his adult life, Purcell moved to Michigan, worked at Allman Bakery...
Joan J. Texter
Mar 14, 2026
Joan J. Texter, 88, of Kalamazoo, died March 14, 2026. Joan was born April 24, 1937 in Battle Creek to Dale and Marjorie (Kidder) Klepper. Joan grew up on Gull Lake and spent her summers enjoying all kinds of water activities. Her first job was as a lab tech before she went back to college and earned two master’s degree...
Henry L. Bossung
Mar 13, 2026
Henry L. Bossung, lovingly known as “Hank,” passed away peacefully on March 13, 2026, in Battle Creek, Michigan, at the age of 83. Born on December 1, 1942, in Nebraska City, Nebraska, Hank lived a life marked by dedication to his family, his work, and his passions.
Hank was the son of adoptive parents, Raymond and Irene Bossung and birth parents,...
Daniel Lee Abercrombie
Mar 13, 2026
Daniel 'Danny' Abercrombie, 49, of Battle Creek, Michigan, passed away peacefully in his home on March 13, 2026. Danny had been battling illness for a long time but continued to fight with strength and determination. He had recently been getting stronger and working hard toward walking again, motivated by one very special goal - to walk his daughter down the...
Nehemiah Collier
Mar 11, 2026
Nehemiah J. Collier, of Battle Creek, died March 11, 2026. Nehemiah was born September 11, 1987, in Long Branch, NJ to Rinardo Collier and Caecilia Collier. He graduated from Battle Creek Central high school and worked as a home health aide in the area for many years.
Nehemiah is survived by his parents, Rinardo Collier and Caecilia Collier; his brother, Rinardo...
Antonietta "Toni" Fitzgerald
Mar 10, 2026
Antonietta “Toni” Alice Fitzgerald, 99, of Battle Creek passed away Tuesday, March 10, 2026.
Antonietta was born November 20, 1926 to Carlo and Elena (Lorenzi) Armanini in Madis, Italy. She came to the United States in 1930 and settled in Yatesboro, Pennsylvania. In 1947, she was united in marriage to Thomas E. Fitzgerald at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Yatesboro. After...
Marja (Potgiesser) Wisser
Mar 9, 2026
Marja entered eternal life on March 9, 2026, at home, exactly where she wanted to be. Born on June 5, 1941, to Berend and Gertrude (Huiskes) Potgiesser in Groningen, Netherlands. Marja immigrated to the United States with her family and enjoyed telling stories of learning English while attending a one-room schoolhouse in Northwood.
Marja was profoundly proud of her Dutch heritage,...
Charlene Marie Edwards
Mar 8, 2026
Charlene Marie Edwards, age 68, was born on July 13, 1957, in Highland Park, Michigan, and passed away peacefully on March 8, 2026, in West Bloomfield, Michigan.
Charlene was preceded in death by her beloved grandparents and her mother, Francis (Heilman) Edwards.
She is lovingly remembered by her father, James Robert Edwards; her son, Christopher James Edwards; her daughter, Crystal Marie (John)...
Michael Lee Otto
Mar 8, 2026
Michael “Mike” Lee Otto, age 76, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his wife and children after a courageous battle with cancer.
Mike was born in Battle Creek, MI on December 15, 1949, and was raised in Bellevue, MI. A proud 1968 graduate of Bellevue High School, he went on to attend Olivet College, where he earned a Bachelor of...
Luis Alvarez-Mendez
Mar 7, 2026
Luis Alvarez-Mendez, 64, of Battle Creek, died March 7, 2026. Luis was born on October 7, 1961, in Vedado, Ciudad De La Habana, Cuba, born to Isaac Alvarez and Clara Mendez. Mr. Luis Alvarez-Mendez died peacefully in his sleep in his home. Luis held many jobs throughout his life, including work in hotel reception and environmental services. He was especially...
Cecelia Ann Goff
Mar 6, 2026
Cecelia Ann Goff, age 79, passed away peacefully at home on Friday March 6, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family. Born on January 30, 1947 in Battle Creek, MI, she lived a life defined by kindness, resilience, and a deep devotion to the people she loved.
She was a woman of quiet strength; steady, nurturing, and endlessly generous. Her...
Donna Lucille Lewis
Mar 6, 2026
Donna Lucille Lewis, 95, of Richland, passed away peacefully on March 6, 2026.
Surviving are her children, Roxanne (Tim) Jaffke of Richland, Cindy Standish of Kalamazoo, and Barry Lewis of Richland; grandchildren, Jason Hohler, Barry Hohler, Christopher Hohler, and Brandy Smith; sisters, Joyce Kershaw and Penny Dalton; as well as several great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded...
John Phillip Vigneron
Mar 4, 2026
John Phillip Vigneron, age 74, of Delton, Michigan, passed away on Wednesday, March 4, 2026.
John was born to Elwin and Bernadine Vigneron on September 12, 1951, in Mt. Clemens, Michigan. Throughout his life, John was known for his strength, kindness, work ethic, and deep devotion to his family and his Catholic faith. His faith guided his life and the way...
Carolyn Joan (Wofford) Miller
Mar 3, 2026
Devoted to her family, grounded in faith, and remembered by those who knew her.
Carolyn Joan (Wofford) Miller, 83, of Battle Creek, Michigan, passed away on March 3, 2026, just weeks before her 84th birthday. She was born April 1, 1942, in Battle Creek, Michigan, and was raised by Charles McGuire and Alice (Babcock) McGuire. She graduated from Battle Creek Central...
Corey Thomas Brown
Mar 2, 2026
Corey Thomas Brown, 43, of Kalamazoo and formerly of Battle Creek, Michigan is now looking over us, after soaring to Heaven on Monday, March 2, 2026.
Corey was born on February 16, 1983, in Battle Creek, Michigan. He grew up in Battle Creek and attended Battle Creek Central High School where he swam for the Bearcats. He earned his GED and...
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