Obituaries
Billy “Frances” Mattix
October 8, 1943 ~ April 3, 2026 Billy “Frances” Mattix, 82, of Dowagiac, passed away peacefully early Friday morning, April 3, 2026, at her son’s home in Coloma, surrounded by the love of her family. Born on October 8, 1943, in Desha, Arkansas, Frances was the daughter of Woodrow and Edna (Dawson) Hunter. On June […]
Suzanne M. Stickle
1937 ~ February 27, 2026 Suzanne M. Stickle, known to many as Sue, peacefully entered eternal rest on February 27, 2026, at the age of 88, surrounded by the love of her family. Sue was born in 1937, the first of two daughters to Ward and Louise Doughten. Her father, Ward, was a World War […]
Juanita R. Hagan
January 9, 1931 ~ February 8, 2026 Juanita R. Hagan, a luminary in the lives of many, passed away peacefully on February 8, 2026, at her beloved home in Marcellus, Michigan, surrounded by her loving family. Born on January 9, 1931, Juanita lived a life defined by purpose, compassion, and an unwavering commitment to nurturing […]
Orvel “Bear” Ricks
May 30, 1932 ~ January 16, 2026 Orvel “Bear” Ricks, 93, of Marcellus, Michigan passed away peacefully Friday afternoon January 16, 2026, with his family by his side. He was born May 30, 1932, in Shreveport, Louisiana to Willie L. and Hattie (Brown) Ricks. He married Mary Elizabeth “Tootsie” Logan on November 22, 1960, and […]
Michael S. Middlestadt
January 23, 1946 ~ January 26, 2026 Michael Scott Middlestadt, 80, of Elkhart, passed away on Monday, January 26, 2026, at Valley View Healthcare. Michael was born on January 23, 1946, in Paw Paw, MI to the late, Lyle V. Middlestadt and Esther Edith (Cole) Middlestadt. He is preceded in death by his […]
Larry Lee Etter
April 13, 1946 ~ January 25, 2026 Larry Lee Etter, of Marcellus, Michigan, was born in Dowagiac on April 13, 1946, and passed away peacefully at home, in the comfort of his loving wife Peggy’s care, on January 25, 2026, in Marcellus. Larry lived a life defined by steady devotion to his work, his […]
Marcia Sue Lofts
April 20, 1950 ~ January 8, 2026 Marcia Sue Lofts, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on January 8, 2026, in Marcellus, Michigan. Born on April 20, 1950, in Three Rivers, Michigan, Marcia was a spirited and adventurous soul who touched the lives of many. Marcia graduated from Marcellus High School […]
Clay Edward Bombrys
January 23, 1974 ~ December 17, 2025 Clay Edward Bombrys, 51, of Jones, departed this life a brave warrior, following a courageous battle with cancer, surrounded by family at Bronson Hospital the evening of Wednesday, December 17,2025. Clay was born on January 23, 1974, in Marcellus, Michigan, the third child of David Edward Bombrys […]
Dolores Verburg
December 12, 1933 ~ November 13, 2025 Dolores Verburg, a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on November 13, 2025, in Traverse City, MI at the age of 91. Born December 12, 1933, she spent nearly a century shaping the lives of those around her with love. Dolores grew up in Comstock and […]
Janice Marie Strong
February 5, 1937 ~ November 9, 2025 Janice Marie Strong of Marcellus, MI passed away the evening of Sunday, November 9, 2025, at Edgewood Health and Rehabilitation in Three Rivers, MI after a short illness. Janice was born on February 5, 1937, the oldest daughter of Charles and Alice (Johnston) Rolfe. Her early years were […]
Carol Ann Gard
October 25, 1960 ~ November 7, 2025 Carol Ann Gard, born on October 25, 1960, in South Bend, Indiana, passed away peacefully on November 7, 2025, in Kalamazoo, Michigan. Her warmth and gentle spirit touched the lives of many, making her a cherished member of both her family and her circle of friends. Carol was […]
