All Obituaries

Barbara Gabriel Moore Bradstreet, age 77, of Pennfield, Twp., passed from this life to her future life with the Lord on November 15, 2019.  She was born in Hastings, MI., the daughter of David & Edith Hricovsky and John Gabriel Jr.  She started school in Hastings, then moved to Battle Creek and graduated from Battle Creek Central High School in 1960.  She was united in marriage to Edward Moore and raised three children, the marriage ended in divorce in 1983.  In 2002...

Andrew James Loring “Andy”, 96, passed peacefully from this life on November 5, 2019 in Battle Creek, Michigan. He was born Antranik Girgekian, on December 21, 1922 in Highland Park, Michigan. Andy served in the Army Air Corps as a tail gunner during World War II from February 20, 1943 until his honorable discharge on November 21, 1944 after sustaining injury during combat. He married the love of his life, Esther, after his discharge. Andy began his career with the Federal...

On Tuesday, November 5, 2019, in Franklin, WI, Dr. Vernon R. Potts passed away peacefully with his beloved family by his side.  Vernon was blessed with a long, fulfilling life dedicated to service to his country, love for his family and a passion for education. He was born on May 31, 1928, in Muskegon, MI, to Russell and Virginia (Sherbrook) Potts.  In 1947, he graduated from Mt. Vernon High School in Mount Vernon, Indiana.  He loved his country and was a proud veteran of the...

Wanda M. Bonardi, age 85, of Battle Creek, passed away on November 2, 2019.  She was born on May 5, 1934 in Yale, Michigan, the daughter of Homer and Vonda (Hull) Manns.  Wanda was a graduate of Yale High School, and came to Battle Creek in the 1950’s.  She was united in marriage to Tiziano Bonardi on February 14, 1953.  Wanda formerly worked at Lakeview General Hospital and as a phlebotomist for Dr. Bertram Zhuetlin, retiring in 1999.  She enjoyed horses,...

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Julious Foster McLaurine Sr. was called home to eternal rest on November 2, 2019 at 2:05 a.m. He was surrounded by his family and friends during his last days with as much positive energy as those present could achieve. Julious, the youngest of three was born in Battle Creek, Michigan, on July 20, 1944, to Cary Allen McLaurine Jr. and Julia Corrine (Speights) McLaurine.  Julious, who was affectionately known by his family and friends as ‘Mac’ or ‘Ju’. ...

Charles E. Hoyle, age 75, of Nashville, passed away on October 29, 2019.  He was born on September 16, 1944 in Battle Creek, the son of Charles and Doris (Leight) Hoyle.  Charles graduated in 1963 from lakeview High School, later moving to Nashville, MI.  He served for four years in the United States Navy before working for Eaton Manufacturing in Battle Creek.  After Eaton’s, Charles spent 35 years working for Grand Trunk C/N Railroad.  Charles was a member of...

Robert J Melekian (Bob) 82, of Battle Creek, MI was born July 9, 1937 and passed peacefully at his home on Weds. Nov. 6, 2019. With his loving wife of 61 years by his side, Carolyn (Callie) And Bob have 8 wonderful children: Mari (Don) Phillips of FL, Mike (Susan) Melekian of KS, Terri (Rick) DeRuiter of Battle Creek, Amy (Jesse) Yother of Battle Creek, Joan Melekian of FL, John (Cheryl) Melekian of Battle Creek, William Melekian of CT, Mark (Kasey) Melekian of Battle Creek. Bob is lovingly...

Ronald F Barker, age of 85, of Battle Creek Michigan passed away peacefully Wednesday November 6, 2019. He was born on February 11, 1934 in Covington Kentucky, the son of James and Antoinette (Hauser) Barker. Ron graduated from Holmes High School in Covington Kentucky. He married Barbara Kahn on September 17, 1955.  Ron served his country in the US Army stationed in San Francisco California achieving the rank of SP4. Ron‘s career was in drafting retiring from the Eaton...

Harry E. Lyon, 97, of Battle Creek, MI passed away October 29, 2019 at Evergreen Senior Care and Rehab Center, Springfield, MI.  He was born June 14, 1922 in Kansas City, KS, the son of Harry Edwin and Justina (Knight) Lyon. He enlisted in the Army Air Corps in 1940 serving with distinction in the US Air Force for 31 years before retiring at Fort Custer Air Force Station in 1971.  Harry participated in the Berlin Airlift, Korean Conflict and served with distinction in Strategic Air...