Obituaries

Sep 26, 2023

 

Geraldine "Mike" J. Nelson, passed away at the age of 80 on September 26, 2023, in Kalamazoo, MI. She was born on August 30, 1943, in her hometown of Battle Creek, MI., the daughter of Gerald and Bernice (Morey) Davis.Mike led a remarkable life filled with love, dedication, and joy. After graduating from Lakeview High School in 1961 and...

Sep 24, 2023

 

John Theodore Reed, age 82, of Battle Creek, a dedicated and accomplished man, peacefully passed away on September 24, 2023, at Friendship Village in Kalamazoo. Born on March 22, 1941, in Michigan City, Indiana, the son of Lee and Katherine (Pavlik) Reed.   John lived a fulfilling life filled with numerous achievements and cherished moments that will be forever treasured...

Sep 23, 2023

 

Terry Lee Nasers, age 68, of Battle Creek, died Saturday, September 23, 2023. Terry was born February 27, 1955, in Watseka, Illinois, the son of Lawrence Miller and Ethel Kathleen (Lawson) Nasers. He lived in Florida for several years before moving to Battle Creek over 20 years ago.  Terry worked at Union Pump, Wolverine Cable and most recently Family...

Sep 22, 2023

 

Our dear mother, Emily Sue (Barbee) Wanzer passed away peacefully on September 22 at the age of 87 at her residence after being ill.

 

Emily is preceded in death by her late husband, Leonard Eugene Wanzer (she loved dearly).  She is survived by three children, Lennie Sue Wanzer-Vargas, Caledonia, Michigan, Sharon Elizabeth Wanzer, Kalamazoo, Michigan, John Edward Wanzer...

Sep 20, 2023

 

Michael L. Jenkins, Age 70, a devoted husband, father, and grandfather, passed away peacefully at his home on September 20, 2023. He was born on September 6, 1953, in Marshall, Michigan. Son of Lewis and Phyllis (Schroll) Jenkins.

 

Michael led a fulfilling career for 37 years at Kellogg's cereal company in the K-sap department. He was known for...

Sep 19, 2023

Cremation to take place, no services scheduled at this time.

Sep 19, 2023

Roberta "Bobbie" L. Wetherill-Zull, a beloved member of the Battle Creek community, passed away on September 19, 2023, at the age of 66. Born on October 6, 1956, in Battle Creek, Michigan, she was the daughter of James and Janet (Gray) Wetherill.Bobbie was a lifelong resident of Battle Creek and a highly esteemed entrepreneur. She dedicated her career to positively...

Sep 18, 2023

Arrangements are pending.

Sep 18, 2023

 

Justin Lee Karaba, age 24, born on February 11, 1999, went home to be with the Lord unexpectedly on September 18, 2023. He is the son of Malissa Millsap and Robert Millsap. Justin was a vibrant and loving young man. Full of life with big dreams of one day becoming a business owner and entrepreneur. He loved traveling and...

Sep 16, 2023

 

Kenneth A. Beninghaus, age 71 passed away peacefully at his home in Battle Creek on September 16, 2023, surrounded by his family. Born on May 26, 1952, in Battle Creek, Ken was the son of Carl Darwin Beninghaus and June (Edens) Jones. He attended Harper Creek High School and graduated in 1970. Ken dedicated  thirty years of service to...

Sep 14, 2023

Cremation to take place, no services scheduled at this time.

Sep 9, 2023

 

Kay Lynn Case, age 69 of Battle Creek, passed away Saturday, September 9, 2023. She was born January 26, 1954, in Battle Creek, Michigan, the daughter of Robert Lane and Treva Jean (Fisher) McElgunn. Kay attended Harper Creek Schools until her junior year when she moved to Union City and graduated from Union City High School in 1972. She...

Sep 8, 2023

 

Virginia A. Hausman, age 95, of Battle Creek,  passed away Friday, September 8, 2023, at Heritage Assisted Living. She was born January 20, 1928, in Battle Creek, Michigan, the daughter of Vivien “Buster” and Elizabeth (Joy) Rouse. Virginia was a 1946 graduate of Lakeview High School, a lifelong resident of Battle Creek and a longstanding member of St. Joseph...

Sep 7, 2023

Sep 3, 2023

Sep 3, 2023

 

Passed away on Sunday, September 3, 2023. Jerry was born on April 28, 1931, in Battle Creek, the son of Clinton and Bernice (Nicewander) Ferguson. He was a veteran serving in the U.S. Navy from October 24, 1950, to August 18, 1954. He went on to become a contractor, building and remodeling homes for over 50 years. After his...

Aug 30, 2023

 

Margaret “Peg” Lillian Prickett

It is with great sadness that the family of Margaret “Peg” Lillian Prickett announce her passing into the arms of Jesus at Northpointe Woods on August 30, 2023.  Peg was born on May 4, 1921 in Battle Creek to Julia Ester Gonzalez and John Torres who both preceded her in death.  While attending Battle Creek...

Aug 28, 2023

Aug 23, 2023

 

Lorraine B. Hoyt, age 58 of Kalamazoo, passed away August 23, 2023.  Lorraine was born and raised in Fresno, California, the daughter of William Lugo and Mary Ann (Scocozzi) Martinez. Shortly after high school she married Rick Hoyt and they moved to Michigan to begin their lives together and raise a family. They had two children, Tom and Jennifer....

Aug 20, 2023

 

Edallean Carol Miller, born December 23, 1940, in Battle Creek, Michigan, passed away peacefully on August 20, 2023, at Calhoun County Medical Care Facility. She was a beloved member of the community and leaves behind a legacy that will be cherished by all who knew her.Edallean led a remarkable life filled with dedication and passion. She excelled in her...