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Clifford "Dean" D. Webber
Sep 14, 2024
Clifford Dean Webber, 77, of Battle Creek, Michigan, passed away on Saturday, September 14, 2024 at the Kairos Dwelling in Kalamazoo, Michigan.
He was born on August 27, 1947 to Kenneth and Dorothy (Ransom) Webber in Battle Creek, Michigan.
Dean was a graduate of Springfield High School, class of 1967. He entered the United States Army on September 19, 1967 in Detroit,...
Wauneta "Neta" B. Russell
Oct 14, 2024
Wauneta “Neta” B. Russell, passed peacefully away on her 88th birthday, October 14, 2024 at Reflections Memory Care in Battle Creek with her loving family at her side.
In 1936 she was born in Quincy, Michigan to Leo and Geraldine (Smith) Knapp. Growing up on a farm with 7 siblings, Wauneta helped with chores and watching after her 5 other siblings.
Inspired...
Martha Bell Wolf
Oct 14, 2024
Martha Bell Wolf, 85, of Marshall, Michigan passed away on Tuesday, October 14, 2024 at Rose Arbor Hospice in Kalamazoo, Michigan.
She was born on February 22, 1939 to James and Josie (Knick) McGuire in Dearborn, Michigan.
Martha worked in Quality Control at Mac Valves, Inc for nearly 20 years, retiring in 2009.
Martha’s favorite pastime was spending time with her family. Before...
DaNeil "Dee" Kay Manke
Oct 13, 2024
DaNeil "Dee" Kay Manke, age 79, passed away on October 13, 2024, at her home in Jackson, Michigan.
Born on July 7, 1945, to Gorson and Florence (Taylor) Greening in Jackson, Michigan, Dee was raised there. She graduated from Napoleon High School.
Dee worked as a CNC for C. Thorrez Industries as well as Felters Mechanical Products.
On October 5, 1991, she married...
Katherine "Kay" Elizabeth Chaney
Oct 12, 2024
Katherine ”Kay” Elizabeth Chaney, 85, of Ceresco, passed away at home surrounded by her family on October 11, 2024. She was born on October 13, 1938 to Jewel and Margaret (Peterson) Waters in Battle Creek, MI. Kay attended Kirby School in Bedford, Michigan and in 7th grade, Kay met her future husband, Garry R. Chaney while attending Kellogg Elementary School....
Michael Anthony Sparks Jr.
Oct 12, 2024
Michael Anthony Sparks, Jr., 40, of Coldwater, passed away on October 12, 2024 at Bronson Battle Creek Hospital, Battle Creek, MI. He was born on January 12, 1984 to Michael Anthony Sparks, Sr. and Catherine Dawn Bigalow in Battle Creek. Michael love rock and roll music, he was a DJ and went by the nickname “DJ Sparky”. Michael liked to...
James "Ed" Edward Jones
Oct 9, 2024
James “Ed” Edward Jones, 59, of Bellevue, passed away on October 9, 2024, at Bronson Battle Creek Hospital in Battle Creek, Michigan.
He was born on July 18, 1965, to the late James Jones and Cheryl (nee Seltenright, formerly Jones) Burge in Battle Creek, Michigan. Ed grew up in Bellevue and was raised by his mother and stepfather, Johnnie Burge. He...
Dana Jo Jezowski
Oct 7, 2024
Dana Jo Jezowski, 70, passed into the arms of her loving Savior on Monday, October 7, 2024 at the Villa at Winston Ct. in Marshall, Michigan. She was born and raised in the Homer, Michigan area, graduating as valedictorian of her Homer High School class. Dana continued her education at Kellogg Community College with her degree in nursing.
Dana loved nature...
Arlene Catherine Woods
Oct 7, 2024
Arlene Catherine Woods (Arquette), 96, of Marshall, Michigan, passed away on Monday, October 7, 2024, at The Villas at Winston Court surrounded by her family.
Arlene was born in 1927 in Lucas County, Ohio, to Frederick and Frances Arquette. The family moved to Michigan when she was a toddler. She attended elementary school in Orangeville, junior high in Martin, and her...
Denise "Dee" Ellyn Heisler
Oct 5, 2024
Denise "Dee" Ellyn Heisler, 81, of Olivet, passed away on October 5, 2024 at Sparrow Health System in Lansing. Dee was born on July 9, 1943 to Russell and Cristina (Noss) Wagoner in Albion, MI. She married Fred H. Heisler on October 5, 1963 in Homer, MI. Fred preceded Dee in death on June 23, 2016. Dee graduated from Olivet...
Alex Bruce Green
Oct 4, 2024
Alex Bruce Green, 38, passed away at home surrounded by his loving family on October 4, 2024 in Homer, Michigan.
He was born on November 12, 1985 in Coldwater, Michigan the youngest child of Burdette and Ann (Heaton) Green. As a child, he spent time playing with his older siblings on the family farm, hunting, and fishing, and taking an annual...
Drew "Dube" Edward Millard
Oct 3, 2024
Drew "Dube" Edward Millard, 20, of Marshall, Michigan was called home to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Thursday, October 3, 2024 in Marshall, Michigan.
Drew was born on November 19, 2003 to Garry and Cathy Millard in Battle Creek, Michigan.
Drew attended Marshall Public Schools and graduated in 2022. Drew worked for Berron's Tree Service in Marshall for...
James "Jim" Albert Crockatt
Sep 29, 2024
James "Jim" Albert Crockatt, 81, of Battle Creek, passed away on Sunday, September 29, 2024 at home.
He was born on February 15, 1943 to James and Josephine (King) Crockatt in Battle Creek, Michigan.
Jim married Nina Camburn on June 24, 1967 in Homer, their marriage ended in divorce. He graduated from Battle Creek Central High School in 1962. He enrolled at...
Ronald Dean Collins
Sep 25, 2024
Ronald “Ron” Dean Collins, age 74, passed away on September 25, 2024, at his home in Olivet, Michigan.
He was born at home on a farm on July 27, 1950, in Homer, Michigan, to Clarence and Kathryn (Cole) Collins. Ron’s family moved to Duck Lake shortly after, then moved to Olivet, where he grew up. Before attending Olivet High School, Ron...
Roland Glenn Winter
Sep 24, 2024
Roland Glenn Winter, 98, of Marshall, Michigan, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 24, 2024 at Heritage Community of Kalamazoo, Michigan.
He was born on June 1, 1926 to Louis and Eva (Parker) Winter in Ceresco, Michigan.
Roland was a graduate of Battle Creek Lakeview High School. Shortly thereafter, Roland entered the United States Navy on Sept. 21. 1944 and was honorably...
Myra "Mickey" Lee VandenHeede
Sep 24, 2024
Myra Lee “Mickey” VandenHeede, 85, died peacefully on Tuesday, September 24, 2024 at her home in Marshall, Michigan. Mickey was born July 18, 1939 in Manistique, Michigan. She was born to a single mother, raised by her maternal grandparents, Edith and Edwin Ekdahl, who later adopted her. She knew who her father was but was never able to meet him....
Troy Edward Link
Sep 22, 2024
Troy Edward Link, 59, of Homer, passed away on September 22, 2024 at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born on November 20, 1964 to Clair Link and Carol (Bufford) Link- Barker in Tecumseh, MI. Troy married Melanie Beth Mickle on September 15, 2007 in Homer, Michigan. Troy owned and operated Link Trucking and Truck Service. He...
E. Scott Brownell
Sep 21, 2024
E. Scott Brownell, 66, of Battle Creek, passed away on September 21, 2024 surrounded by his loving family. Scott was born on July 18, 1958 in Battle Creek, MI. He was preceded in death by his parents Douglas Alan and Mary Louise (Blakeman) Brownell. In his younger years he was a member of DeMolay, graduated from Lakeview High School and...
James "Jim" Bryson Gardner
Sep 19, 2024
James "Jim" Bryson Gardner, 89, of Homer, passed away on September 19, 2024 at his family farm surrounded by his loving family. He was born on October 1, 1934 to Kenny Ross and Audra (Allen) Gardner in Jewett, Ohio. While working for Oaklawn Hospital, he met Connie (Blue) Willis. On May 2, 1998 they got married in Marshall. Jim joined...
Thomas Jefferson Miller
Sep 16, 2024
Thomas Jefferson Miller, 90, passed away on September 16, 2024, at his home surrounded by his family.
Thomas was born March 1, 1934, to Fred and Minerva (Prater) Miller in Magoffin County, Kentucky. He moved to Indiana then Parma, Michigan before settling in Homer. On January 31, 1953, Thomas and Minnie May were married in Jackson, Michigan.
Thomas worked as a mechanic...
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