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Local obituaries for Berrien Springs, MI and surrounding areas
Stevan Krkljus
Feb 10, 2025
Stevan Krkljus, a cherished father and grandfather, skilled carpenter, and beloved member of the Berrien Springs community, passed away at the age of 80 on February 10, 2025. Stevan was born in the town of Sajkas, Serbia on July 8, 1944. He was the son of Slavka and Jovan Krkljus and grew up with his three younger siblings Rade, Stojan...
Ann Bauer
Feb 9, 2025
Ann Bauer of Berrien Springs was born in 1914 in a sod house on the western prairies of North Dakota. Her parents immigrated from Russia around 1903, seeking freedom and an escape from their fear of an imminent Revolution. Ann was the oldest of 5 children who grew up on a farm, but after high school graduation in 1937 traveled...
Michelle Annette Nwoke
Feb 8, 2025
Michelle Annette (Mendel) Nwoke, aged 63, passed away peacefully on February 8, 2025, in Kalamazoo, Michigan.
On May 26, 1961, in Washington DC, our world was made brighter and more beautiful with the entrance of a blessed baby girl named Michelle. Michelle lived up to the divine anointing of her name which means, “Who is like God?” and was a beacon...
Margaret Amelia Redelings
Feb 8, 2025
Margaret Amelia (Zelmer) Redelings, a beacon of love and faith, passed away peacefully on February 8, 2025, in St. Joseph, Michigan, at the age of 80. Born on September 2, 1944, in Fresno, California, Margaret's gentle spirit and kind heart touched the lives of many throughout her remarkable journey.
Margaret's professional life was marked by her dedicated service as a courthouse...
Judy D. Zimmerman
Feb 7, 2025
Judith D. (Hill) Zimmerman, a beacon of kindness and selflessness, passed away peacefully on February 7, 2025, in Saint Joseph, Michigan at age 90. Born on April 16, 1934, in Belleville, Illinois, Judy’s life was a testament to the power of love, education, and faith.
Judy’s journey began as the cherished daughter of Leonard Hill and Freda (Pierce) Hill, both of...
Marilyn Marie Lowe
Feb 4, 2025
Marilyn Marie (Hutson) Lowe, a beacon of love and kindness, passed away peacefully on February 4, 2025, at the age of 95 in Baroda, Michigan. Born on September 4, 1929, in Terre Haute, Indiana, Marilyn's life was a testament to the power of generosity and the warmth of an ever-present smile.
Marilyn was the cherished daughter of the late Glen Hutson...
Robert Bruce Mow Jr.
Jan 28, 2025
Robert Bruce Mow Jr., a father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away on January 28, 2025, at the age of 82 in Granger, Indiana. Born on April 25, 1942, in South Bend, Indiana, Robert's life was marked by his loving nature, kindness, and a sense of humor that brought joy to all who knew him.
Robert, affectionately known as Bob...
Barbara Nadine Hamlin
Jan 28, 2025
Barbara Nadine Hamlin passed away peacefully in her sleep on January 28, 2025, at the age of 88, in Midland, Michigan. Born on July 1, 1936, in Six Lakes, Michigan, Barbara was the youngest of 7 children born to Harry and Ethel Medford.
Barbara was still young when they moved to a farm in Lakeview, Michigan. She was raised in the...
Ronald Becker Graham
Jan 24, 2025
Ronald Becker Graham, a cherished soul known for his loving and kind nature, passed away peacefully in his home on January 24, 2025, surrounded by his family. Born on March 31, 1939, in Paw Paw, Michigan, Ronald's life was a testament of his dedication to God, his family, and to Christian education.
Ronald's early years were spent in the nurturing care...
Patrick Edward Drazen
Jan 23, 2025
Patrick Edward Drazen was born on December 29th, 1951, at Garfield Park Hospital in Chicago, IL, and passed away on January 23rd, 2025, at Lakeland Hospital in St. Joseph, MI. Patrick's journey through life was marked by intellectual curiosity, a love for the arts, and an unwavering commitment to his craft.
Patrick, a proud Class of 1970 graduate of J. Sterling...
Rajoaman Nainggolan
Jan 23, 2025
Rajoaman Nainggolan, a beacon of wisdom and kindness, passed away peacefully on January 23, 2025 at the age of 90. Born on August 17, 1934, in North Sumatra, Indonesia, Rajoaman's life was a testament to his unwavering faith and dedication to education. He leaves behind a legacy of love, learning, and devout service to God.
Rajoaman was the cherished husband of...
Araceli Malagon
Jan 22, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved Araceli, who left us on January 22, 2025, at the age of 15. Araceli was a loving soul whose presence touched the lives of everyone who knew her. Despite facing significant health challenges, she showed incredible strength.
Araceli's light will forever shine in our hearts and memories. She was always our...
Diva Jewell Chastain
Jan 22, 2025
Diva Jewell (Staton) Chastain, a cherished matriarch and beacon of warmth, passed away peacefully on January 22, 2025, at the age of 95 in Berrien Springs, Michigan. Born on March 17, 1929, in Beech Grove, Arkansas, to Audie Ollis Staton and Emily (Brashears) Staton, Diva's life was a testament to love, dedication, and the joy of family.
Diva's journey began alongside...
Edward "Ed" Earl Harden
Jan 21, 2025
Edward Earl Harden, a man of profound kindness and wisdom, passed away peacefully on January 21, 2025, in Niles, Michigan, at the age of 84. Born on February 19, 1940, in Detroit, Michigan, to Wade Herman Harden and Mary Gertrude (Ebertz) Harden, Ed's early years in the bustling city laid the foundation for a life marked by hard work and...
Eleanor Jean Fleming
Jan 19, 2025
Eleanor Jean McCalment Fleming, a beacon of love and resilience, passed away peacefully on January 19, 2025, at the age of 94, in Stevensville, Michigan. Born on January 30, 1930, in Veedersburg, Indiana, to Omer and Marguerite (Aldrich) McCalment, Eleanor's life was a tapestry of devotion to her family, friends, and community.
Eleanor's early years in Indiana laid the foundation for...
Eldon Charles Collier Jr.
Jan 14, 2025
Eldon Charles Collier Jr. was a cherished husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and friend. He passed away peacefully on January 14, 2025, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, at the age of 89. He was born to Eldon and Beatrice Collier on December 24, 1935 in Sandwich, Illinois. Eldon and his family moved to Michigan when he was a young child.
Eldon started his...
Bonnie Sue Howe
Jan 1, 2025
Bonnie Sue (Stone) Howe, a beacon of kindness and love, passed away peacefully on January 1, 2025, at the age of 80 in St. Joseph, Michigan. Born on November 30, 1944, in Michigan, Bonnie's life was a testament to her unwavering dedication to her family, her passion for caring for others, and her friendly nature that touched the hearts of...
Cynthia Lee Courtright
Dec 29, 2024
Cynthia Courtright, a beacon of kindness and love, passed away peacefully on December 29, 2024, in St. Joseph, Michigan. Cynthia Lee Weber was born in Benton Harbor Michigan on June 12,1947. She was a witty woman with a quiet strength and unwavering convictions.
Cindy’s early years were spent on her family farm in Benton Harbor, where she also attended school. Her...
Ruth Ellen Poirier
Dec 28, 2024
Ruth Ellen (Vertz) Poirier, a beacon of love and faith, passed away on December 28, 2024, at the age of 90 in St. Joseph, Michigan. She was surrounded by her family as she slipped from this life into her heavenly home that awaited her. She was a daughter, sister, wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt, and friend who brought joy and...
Donald Lewis Hilliard Jr.
Dec 23, 2024
Donald Lewis Hilliard Jr., a man of strong character and a loving heart, passed away peacefully on December 23, 2024, at Hanson Hospice House in Stevensville, Michigan. Born on December 11, 1948, in Jacksonville, Illinois, Donald's journey through life was marked by his dedication to his family, his passion for his interests, and his unwavering faith.
Donald was a cherished son...
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