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Amy L. Maddix-Elben
Feb 2, 2026
Amy L. Maddix-Elben, age 36, of Bellevue passed away unexpectedly on February 2, 2026. She was born on August 8, 1989 in Battle Creek, the daughter of Edward Maddix and Teresa (Robinson) Hollister. Amy previously lived in Battle Creek, Dowling, and Nashville before making her home in Bellevue. She attended Hastings Schools and Everest Institute. She was previously employed by...
Sherrill Lower
Feb 3, 2026
Sherrill Lynne Lower, 68, of Prudenville, Michigan, passed away peacefully on February 3, 2026, in Charlotte, Michigan.
Sherrill was born on June 3, 1957, in Fort Scott, Kansas, to Wanda and Merrill Abbott. She attended Kathleen High School and graduated in 1975. Over the years, she worked in advertising for several newspapers before later joining her husband on the road as...
Jane Marie Huntoon-Caswell
Feb 3, 2026
Jane Caswell, 78, of Battle Creek, Michigan passed away peacefully on February 3, 2026, at Reflections Memory Care, surrounded by care and comfort. She was born on April 13, 1947, in Sand Lake, Michigan.
Jane’s early years reflected the close-knit values she carried out throughout her life. She attended a one-room elementary school taught by her mother and later graduated from...
Eugene A. Dore
Feb 7, 2026
Eugene Adarin Dore, 93, passed away peacefully on February 7, 2026. Eugene “Gene” was born on April 30, 1932 in Bad Axe, Michigan the son of Harland and Ruth. He attended Battle Creek Central High School before serving in the US Airforce. After his time serving in the US Airforce Gene attended Frances Harrington Interior Design School. He was previously...
Russell J. Lanenga
Feb 7, 2026
Russell J. Lanenga, age 66, of Battle Creek, passed away Saturday, February 7, 2026. Russ was born May 26, 1959, in Berwyn, Illinois, the son of Richard and Helen (Buikema) Lanenga. He was raised in Cicero and graduated in 1977 from Timothy Christian High School in Elmhurst. Russ loved the Chicago Cubs, Blackhawks and Bears, and followed them even after...
David A. VanDorsten
Feb 3, 2026
Died on February 3, 2026, in Battle Creek. David was born on March 19, 1946, in Battle Creek, the son of Richard A. and Dorothy M. (Custer) VanDorsten. He had been a lifelong resident of the area graduating from Pennfield High School in 1964. David was a veteran serving in the U.S. Air Force. He retired from Grand Trunk Railroad...
Gary Lee McKee Jr.
Feb 1, 2026
Gary Lee McKee Jr., age 61, of Battle Creek passed away unexpectedly at his home on February 1, 2026. He was born on December 6, 1964 in Pierce County, Washington, the son of Gary and Sharon (Burnett) McKee. Gary moved to Battle Creek in April 2003, he was united in marriage on February 14, 2004 to Christina Sager. Gary previously...
Richard Staib
Jan 28, 2026
Dick Staib, 79, of Battle Creek, MI, passed away suddenly, surrounded by family Wednesday morning, January 28 of 2026.
Dick leaves a hole in the hearts of those who were lucky enough to call him friend or family; often times the lines between those two categories were blurred. Dick went by many names to those who knew and loved him: Dad,...
Thomas Roy Hood
Jan 26, 2026
Graveside services will be held at Fort Custer National Cemetery at a date to be determined.
Dolores A. Cason
Jan 26, 2026
In accordance with her wishes, cremation has taken place. There will be no services.
Robert Wigent
Jan 24, 2026
Robert George Wigent (Bob), age 91, was born on September 14, 1934, and passed away peacefully on January 24, 2026. A beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, uncle, cousin, and friend, he leaves behind a legacy of caring and originality.
Bob was united in marriage to Carol G Martin on March 15, 2003, and moved to Battle Creek. Sundays would usually find...
Rebecca Burgess
Jan 22, 2026
BAXTER CHAPEL-Rebecca Ann Burgess, a beloved community member and cherished family matriarch, passed away peacefully at her home in Livingston, Tennessee on Thursday, January 22, 2026, at the age of 79. Born on August 27, 1946, in Silver Point, Tennessee, she was a proud native of this small town before moving to Battle Creek, Michigan in 1965. In 2021, she...
Kenneth Champagne
Jan 22, 2026
Cremation to take place and Fort Custer National Cemetery Services are scheduled.
Norma W. Holczman
Jan 21, 2026
Died on January 21, 2026, in Battle Creek. Norma was born on November 21, 1946, in Kalamazoo, MI, the daughter of Norman and Lillian (Seward) Bailey. She had been a lifelong resident of the area graduating from Comstock High School. Norma worked as a server at Howard Johnson’s, Denny’s and Bob Evans. She married Robert Holczman in 1983, he survives....
Patricia Anne Ward
Jan 18, 2026
Patricia Anne (Ewles) Ward, age 84 of Battle Creek, passed peacefully from this earth on Sunday, January 18, 2026, at Calhoun County Medical Care Facility. Patricia was born July 28, 1941to Irvine and Florentine (Furguson) Ewles in Hillsdale, Michigan. Patty joined siblings Howard, Janis, Daryl and in due course, Dana. She lived in Hillsdale, Michigan; Bryan, Ohio and Garden City,...
Tammy Lynn Howard
Jan 16, 2026
Tammy Lynn Howard, 68, of Battle Creek, Michigan, passed away on Friday, January 16, 2026, at home, surrounded by her loving family. She was born January 6, 1958, to Douglas Myers and Jeanne (Crampton) Miller, and from a young age was raised by her mother and stepfather, Raymond Miller. She became a mother of three wonderful boys, Michael, Gerald, and...
Larry C. Lankerd
Jan 14, 2026
Larry C. Lankerd, 90, of Battle Creek, passed away on January 14, 2026, at Brookdale Battle Creek. He was born on June 26, 1935, in Rutland Township, Michigan, to Claude and Naoma (Bidelman) Lankerd. Larry graduated from Battle Creek Central High School in 1953, where he excelled as an All-Conference and All-State swimmer. He worked at the Kellogg Company for...
Penny Jean Ellis
Jan 13, 2026
Penny J. Ellis, age 84, of Battle Creek, passed away on January 13, 2026. She was born on June 11, 1941, in Battle Creek, the daughter of Max and Betty (Pallett) Teller. Penny was a lifelong resident and graduated from Pennfield High School. Penny was a homemaker, helping to raise her children and provide for her family. She was united...
Herbert "Herb" J. Hancock, Jr.
Jan 9, 2026
It is with profound sadness that the family of Herbert “Herb” Hancock, Jr. announces his unexpected passing. Herb was a beloved father, son, brother, nephew, uncle, cousin, and friend whose presence brought joy, laughter, and comfort to all who knew him.
Herb was born on November 10, 1968, in Battle Creek, Michigan, to Herbert, Sr. and Kathleen (VanZandt) Hancock. He graduated...
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