Obituaries

Dec 26, 2025

Jacqueline Rose McComb of Battle Creek, Michigan passed away Friday, December 26, 2025. Jacque was born in Douglas, Michigan on February 25, 1947, the daughter of William and Lorraine Woodall. Surviving are her former husband Dennis McComb and their children: Wendi McComb (Donald Puetz) and Chad McComb (Melissa Tilley), her brother William Woodall Jr., and five grandchildren, along with special...

Dec 27, 2025

Robert (Bobby) Eugene Hopkins Jr., 71, of Battle Creek, Michigan, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on December 27, 2025, following a long and bravely fought battle with cancer. Bobby lived with unwavering strength, deep loyalty, and an immense capacity for love. His family meant everything to him, and he showed it every day through his presence,...

Dec 26, 2025

With love and gratitude for a life well lived, the family of Mary Morris of Battle Creek Michigan, announces her peaceful passing at Heritage Assisted Living and Memory Care, on December 26, 2025 at age 86, where she was surrounded by the same warmth and love she offered so generously throughout her life.

Born March 14th, 1939, to Jack and Lucille...

Dec 28, 2025

Mary Evelyn Weathers was born in Louisville, Kentucky on August 20, 1921, to Margaret Lucille and John Louis Weathers, Sr. (preceded her in death.) She was the second among four children. Her siblings were Theodore Weathers, John Louis Weathers. Jr. (Buster) and Dorothy Lee Diggs (preceded her in death).

When Mary was still a child, she and her sister Dorothy were...

Dec 27, 2025

cremation has taken place and there will be no services.

Dec 26, 2025

In keeping with his wishes, Don was cremated, and no services are planned.

Dec 19, 2025

Dec 18, 2025

Robert E. Crane, Jr. age 76 of Battle Creek, MI passed away at his home with his daughter by his side on Thursday, December 18, 2025. Jennifer and her son Anthony took great pride in caring for him in his final days with the assistance of Centrica Care Hospice. Robert was born May 25, 1949, in Battle Creek, Michigan, the...

Dec 16, 2025

Mary Lou Smith, age 88 of Battle Creek, and formerly of Athens, passed away on December 16, 2025 at Reflections Memory Care. She was born on June 1, 1937 in Athens, Michigan, the daughter of Marcus and Mary (Lucas) Prough. Mary graduated Valedictorian of Athens High School, class of 1955. Mary moved from Athens to Battle Creek in 1956. She...

Dec 16, 2025

Timothy E. Parrish, age 63, of Battle Creek passed away unexpectedly on December 16, 2025 at his home. He was born in Jackson, Michigan, the son of Dean and Ruth (Henry) Parrish. Tim moved from Jackson to Battle Creek as a young child. He graduated in 1980 from Battle Creek Central High School. He previously worked in Management at Meijer,...

Dec 14, 2025

Lee Smittendorf, age 88, passed away on Sunday, December 14, 2025, leaving behind a legacy as distinctive and memorable as the voice that made him famous. He was born June 27, 1937 in Three Rivers, Michigan, the son of Vern and Marjorie (Metty) Smittendorf. He graduated from Athens High School in 1956.

A master auctioneer, storyteller, and connector of people, Lee...

Dec 13, 2025

Anne Marie Jakubiak, Age 75, born on August 15, 1950, in Pontiac, Michigan, passed away peacefully on December 13, 2025, in Battle Creek, Michigan. Anne Marie was a devoted wife, mother, sister, grandmother, and Great Grandmother and she leaves behind a legacy of love and creativity.

She was the proud owner and operator of AM Sewing Services, where her passion for...

Dec 11, 2025

William Nolden Schobert, age 90, of Lansing, Michigan passed away on Thursday, December 11, 2025. He was born on October 14, 1935 in Des Moines, Iowa to William and Mable Schobert. William married his beloved wife, Thelma Schobert, on November 19, 1960 in Hillsdale, Michigan and they raised three children together. William graduated with a civil engineering degree from the...

Dec 9, 2025

Private service to take place.

Dec 8, 2025

Joe Edward Romo, a beloved husband, father, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully at his home in Battle Creek, Michigan, on December 8, 2025, after a long and courageous battle with prostate cancer. Born on July 20, 1947, in Saginaw, Michigan, Joe was the cherished son of Joe Tiburcio Romo and Beatrice Irene Romo.

He was united in marriage to Regina...

Dec 7, 2025

Dec 5, 2025

Juanita Rose Pursell, age 95, of Battle Creek, passed away on December 5, 2025 at her home. She was born on February 9, 1930 in Dayton, Tennessee, the daughter of Jack and Dora (Revis) King. Juanita graduated from Lakeview High School and was a homemaker. She was an avid Detroit Tigers fan, and enjoyed crocheting, knitting, and playing computer games....

Dec 4, 2025

Linda A. Landers, age 75, lifelong resident of Battle Creek, passed away on December 4th, 2025, at her home surrounded by her loving family. She was born on April 15th, 1950, the daughter of Lester and Juanita (Munger) Sass. From the very beginning, she radiated kindness and compassion that touched the hearts of everyone she met. She was the heart...

Nov 24, 2025

Kenneth Preston Cilley, age 71, of Battle Creek, Michigan was taken by his loving Lord and faithful savior to his heavenly home on the evening of November 24th. Ken was born on October 29, 1954, to Burt and Ruth(Dyksterhouse) Cilley in Fairbanks, Alaska. As a child he enjoyed being outside, playing many sports but his favorite was Little League Baseball...

Nov 22, 2025

Larry R. Porter, age 78, of Battle Creek Michigan, passed away unexpectedly on November 22, 2025 at his home. He was born on August 20, 1947, in Battle Creek, the son of Lawrence and Caroline (Wolfe) Porter. Larry was a lifelong area resident, graduating in 1965 from Pennfield High School. Following graduation, he enlisted and served in the United States...