All Obituaries

Edna W. Jasienski, age 97, formerly of Battle Creek, passed away on September 16, 2018 at MediLodge of East Lansing.  She was born on August 2, 1921 in Battle Creek, the daughter of Eugene and Weta (Lewis) Lyttle.  Edna graduated from Battle Creek Central High School in 1940 and received her Associates Degree from Kalamazoo College.  She was united in marriage on June 26, 1941 in Battle Creek, to Joseph A. Jasienski.  Edna was previously employed by Eaton Manufacturing in...

Donald Mark Dornfelt, age 53, went home on August 27, 2018 at Gulfside Center for Hospice Care in Zephyrhills, Florida.  He was born on September 15, 1964.  Donald graduated from Harper Creek High School in 1984, later moving to Florida in 1990.  He previously worked for several stores and restaurants.  Cremation has taken place.  A memorial service will be held at 1:00 p.m., on Friday, October 12, 2018 at the Memorial Park Cemetery Chapel.  In lieu of flowers,...

Harvey K. Benedict, age 85, of Battle Creek, MI went to be with our Lord on October 12, 2017.  He was born on December 21, 1931 in Beulah, Michigan, the son of Frank and Ethel (Stafford) Benedict.  Harvey graduated in 1950 from Benzonia High School, then served in the United States Navy from 1951 to 1959.  He was united in marriage on December 11, 1960 in Battle Creek to Donna I. Lugar.  Harvey was employed by the Kellogg Company from 1955 until his retirement in...

Donna Irene Benedict, age 87, of Battle Creek, went to be with her Lord on Tuesday, September 11, 2018. She was born July 10, 1931 in Jackson, Michigan the daughter of Ralph Bigelow and Lottie (Baker) Lugar. Donna was a 1949 graduate of Hillsdale High School and retired from the Kellogg Company. On December 11, 1960 she was married to Harvey K. Benedict who preceded her in death on October 12, 2017. She was also preceded by her parents, daughter Susan Ralston, two sisters: Wanda Baird and...

Died Tuesday, September 18, 2018, at Bronson Battle Creek. Lawrence was born on December 6, 1933, in Chicago, IL, the son of George H. and Evelyn J. (Strauss) Gilbert. He was a veteran serving in the U.S. Air Force during the Vietnam War from 1952 until his retirement in 1972. On January 15, 1954, he was united in marriage to the former Georganna Spencer who survives. Lawrence was employed with Kroger from 1950 to 1952, VA Hospital from 1973 to 1994 and Regional Lab retiring after 20 years...

  Passed away September 14, 2018, at Bronson Hospital in Kalamazoo. She was born in Toledo, Ohio, and graduated from Scott High School in 1955 and moved with her family to Michigan. Marlene was employed at Post Cereals first in the factory and retired as a management secretary. In her younger years she loved to square dance and traveled all over the state to dance with her husband Kenyon Hansen. She loved to camp and crochet and be around family and her grandchildren and great...

  Died September 12, 2018. Marielle was born December 13, 1959, in Hastings, MI, to Nelson and Vivian (Jacobs) Parker. Marielle liked to be called Ree. She lived somewhat a secluded life, however she did enjoy visiting and staying with family members and relatives. Ree favorite color was pink. She loved Birthday’s and Christmas. Listening to music was her number one form of entertainment, and she loved singing and dancing. She also had a beautiful voice and could carry a tune...

Arrangements are pending.

Ruth L. Mortensen, age 91, of Battle Creek, passed away on August 16, 2018.  She was born on September 28, 1926 in Battle Creek, the daughter of Karl and Hedvig (Svedin) Kroon.  Ruth was a lifelong area resident.  She graduated from Kellogg Agricultural School in 1943.  Ruth was employed by the Kellogg Company for thirty-four years retiring in 1984, where she worked with savings and Investment plans and with the executive payroll.  She was united in marriage on...

Pauline Hughey, age 88 of Springfield, passed away Wednesday, September 5, 2018. She was born December 30, 1929 in Holden, West Virginia the daughter of Jay and Ida (Adkins) Frazier. She was the manager of the Millinery Department at Shoppers Fare Department Store and was also an Independent Sales Representative for Home Interior Décor of Dallas, Texas. Pauline was very proud of her home and won the Pride in Springfield Award in 1984, 1985 and 1986. On August 12, 1960, She was married...