Obituaries
Sheri Lynn (Meninga) Bethard
June 7, 1962 ~ September 13, 2026 It is with the deepest regret that we inform you of the passing of a lifelong Marcellus resident. Sheri Lynn (Meninga) Bethard, age 64, went home to be with her Lord peacefully surrounded by loved ones on September 13, 2026. She was born on June 7, 1962, in Kalamazoo, […]
Roberta Jean Ives
September 4, 2026 Roberta Jean Ives, age 87, of Marcellus, passed away peacefully on Friday, September 4, 2026, surrounded by family. She was born to Robert and Lucille (Ladisic) Oreskovich. Roberta grew up on the family farm, where they grew and distilled mint along with other crops. She graduated as valedictorian of Decatur High School’s […]
Patricia Park
September 27, 1930 ~ September 10, 2026 With heavy hearts and deep gratitude for a life well-lived, we announce the peaceful passing of Patricia on September 10, 2026, at Rose Arbor Hospice. Born on September 27, 1930, in Detroit, MI, Patricia lived a full life devoted to family, faith, and community. Her gentle spirit and […]
Janette Zelasko
September 26, 1947 ~ August 10, 2026 Janette Zelasko, age 78 of Kalamazoo, MI, passed away on August 10, 2026, following a short illness. She was born on September 26, 1947, in Goshen, Indiana to Harry & Marguerite Miller. She is survived by her sisters, Diane Southworth, Pamela Perry, & Janet Stanard;11 nieces & nephews […]
John Henry Reigle
John Henry ReigleJune 7, 1950 ~ August 2, 2026 John Henry Reigle passed away on August 2, 2026, in Constantine, MI. Born June 7, 1950, in Three Rivers, MI to the late Harry and Verna (Smeltzer) Reigle. He was a proud veteran of the United States Army. Preceding him in death were his parents, and […]
Bradley Tallman
March 5, 1960 ~ 2026 Born in Kalamazoo, Michigan on March 5th, 1960. Graduated from Three Rivers High School in 1978. Married the love of his life, Laurie Thompson, on January 15th, 1983, after which they raised their children in and considered Marcellus as home. After 30+ years of being a bad mother trucker, […]
Mavis Ann Gagnier
November 18, 1937 ~ June 4, 2026 Mavis Ann Gagnier, age 88, of Kalamazoo, passed away peacefully on June 4, 2026, at Centrica Care Rose Arbor Place. She was born on November 18, 1937, in Marcellus, Michigan, to Fred and Ethel (Wright) Hunt. Mavis dedicated her life to caring for others. After graduating […]
Carroll William “Moon” Rimes
August 4, 1927 ~ May 31, 2026 Carroll William “Moon” Rimes, age 98, of Lawton, Michigan, passed away peacefully at White Oaks in Lawton, Michigan, on May 31, 2026. Moon was born on August 4, 1927, in Cassopolis, Michigan, to Harold and Mary (Mikel) Rimes. He grew up in Marcellus and was active throughout his […]
Emagene Acenia Owen
February 8, 1933 ~ May 8, 2026 Emagene Acenia Owen, age 93, passed away and into her Savior’s arms on Saturday, May 8, 2026. She was born on February 8, 1933, in Dowagiac, MI, the daughter of Dr. Harold and Mildred (Kirk) Rose. Emagene was known for many things, but she was best known for loving and […]
Ruth M. Huff
March 30, 1941 ~ May 11, 2026 Ruth M. Huff, 85, of Marcellus, died peacefully Monday May 11, 2026 in the comfort of her home. Her life began March 30, 1941 at the Dukes-Miami County Memorial Hospital in Peru, Indiana. The second of four children born to James and Sadie (Cagley) Underwood. Ruth graduated from […]
John “Jack” Dea Palmer
July 29, 1935 ~ May 4, 2026 John “Jack” Dea Palmer, age 90, went to be with the Lord peacefully on Monday, May 4, 2026. Jack was born in Canton, Pennsylvania, on July 29, 1935, to Vielda (Spencer) and John Palmer. His childhood was marked by movement, with his family living in Pennsylvania, New York, […]
