September 24, 1949 - August 29, 2023 Toni Lorene Gard, 73, of Jones, Michigan, passed away Tuesday, August 29, 2023, at home in the comfort of her family’s presence. Her life began September 24, 1949, in Baltimore, Maryland, one of … [Read more...] about Toni Lorene Gard
Obituaries
Jerry Lee Britton
June 20, 1954 - September 1, 2023 Jerry Lee Britton, 69, of Decatur, Michigan passed away Friday, September 1, 2023, in his home. His life began June 20, 1954, in Mishawaka, Indiana, the second of four children born to Robert and … [Read more...] about Jerry Lee Britton
Patricia (Pat) Carlson
June 23, 1935 - August 19, 2023 Patricia (Pat) Carlson, 88, of Marcellus, passed away on Saturday August 19, 2023, peacefully in her sleep. She was born June 23, 1935, in Chesterton, IN to Russell “Pop” and Edith “Edie” Friday … [Read more...] about Patricia (Pat) Carlson
Charlotte Marie Rifenberg
June 13, 1938 – August 27, 2023 Charlotte Marie Rifenberg, 85, of Jones, passed away Sunday, August 27, 2023, at Elkhart General Hospital. Charlotte was born in Richland Center, Wisconsin, the daughter of Harry and Helen … [Read more...] about Charlotte Marie Rifenberg
Vera Belle Gratkowski
July 15, 1934 – August 22, 2023 Vera Belle Gratkowski, 89, of Decatur, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family, on Tuesday, August 22, 2023, at her home in Decatur. The family received guests Tuesday, August 29, 2023, at … [Read more...] about Vera Belle Gratkowski
William “Butch” John Apted, Jr.
September 15, 1950 ~ August 13, 2023 William “Butch” John Apted, Jr., 72 of Marcellus passed away Sunday, August 13, 2023 at home. Cremation has taken place. Memorial donations may be directed to the Marcellus Fire Department. Online … [Read more...] about William “Butch” John Apted, Jr.
Carol Jeane McKenzie Bainbridge
September 3, 1923 ~ August 3, 2023 Carol Jeane McKenzie Bainbridge of Marcellus, Michigan, passed away on August 3, 2023, at the age of 99. She was born in Marcellus, Michigan on September 3, 1923, the daughter of Howard McKenzie … [Read more...] about Carol Jeane McKenzie Bainbridge
Pat Mason – Celebration of Life
Rolland J. Wessell, Jr.
April 20, 1949 – May 27, 2023Big Rapids, MI - Formerly of Three Rivers, MI Rolland James Wessell, Jr. died unexpectedly Saturday, May 27, 2023, in South Haven, MI. He was born April 20, 1949, in Three Rivers, MI son of Rolland and … [Read more...] about Rolland J. Wessell, Jr.
Robin Lee Kahler
November 26, 1945 ~ June 4, 2023 Robin Lee Kahler, 77, of Marcellus, passed away Sunday, June 4, 2023, at home surrounded by her loving family. She was born November 26, 1945, in Kalamazoo, the daughter of Jerry C. and Dorothy M. … [Read more...] about Robin Lee Kahler
Morse EltonThornburgh
November 22, 1937 ~ June 10, 2023 Morse Elton Thornburgh, 85 of Marcellus, Michigan passed away Saturday, June 10, 2023, at home. He was born in Peoria, Illinois on November 22, 1937, the son of Roy Thornburgh and Elva (Youngman) … [Read more...] about Morse EltonThornburgh
Leta Marie Ritter
December 24, 1925 ~ April 28, 2023 Leta Marie Ritter passed away peacefully just before midnight on April 28, 2023, after numerous bedside visits from her family, friends, and pastor. Leta was born on December 24, 1925, at … [Read more...] about Leta Marie Ritter









