Obituaries

Aug 7, 2021

John Joseph Semer Jr.

June 7, 1951-August 7, 2021

It is with great sorrow and much love that we mourn the passing of John. He fought, and unfortunately lost a courageous battle with cancer.

John was loved and adored by his family....

Aug 5, 2021

William Earl Russell, aged 75, passed away peacefully Thursday August 5th, 2021 at Angels and Teddy Bears Assisted Living. William was born on November 3, 1945 to Donald T. and Leona B.(Culver)Russell. He was married on September 28, 1963 to Barbara M.(Potter) who preceded him in death along with his siblings, Dick, Jackie, Mike, Pat, Paul, and Tim. He...

Aug 4, 2021

Ronnie Jean Krugh, 63, of Galesburg, Michigan, passed away after a brief illness on Wednesday, August 4, 2021, surrounded by her family. Ronnie was born on August 6, 1957 in Niles, MI to Edward and Carolyn Baker, growing up in Berrien Springs, MI. She married the love of her life, Walt, in 1977, and together they had three children....

Aug 2, 2021

Reverend Hershel Leo Davis, age 92, of Battle Creek, Michigan passed from this life on Monday, August 2, 2021, at The Oaks at North Point Care Facility in Battle Creek. Our family would like to thank The Oaks for their wonderful and compassionate care of dad right up to the very end of his life. Hershel was born June...

Aug 1, 2021

Ellen J. Holman, age 88, of The Woodlands, Texas, and formerly of Marshall, Michigan, died August 1, 2021. She was born February 26, 1933, in South Haven, Michigan, the daughter of George W. and Jennie S. Salyers, both of whom preceded her in death.  Her brothers George and Marshall, and sisters Martha and Barbara, also preceded her in death.  She...

Jul 30, 2021

Joan Iona (Poff) Hill Smith of rural Bellevue, MI passed away on July 30, 2021.  Mrs. Smith was born July 29, 1932 in Maple Grove Township to Dale & Mildred (Miller) Poff.

She graduated from Hastings High School in 1951 and went to work at Hastings Manufacturing for 1 ½ years before going to work at Rich...

Jul 28, 2021

Andre` M. Watson, age 27 and an Army Veteran, passed away unexpectedly on July 28, 2021. He was born on March 8, 1994, in Battle Creek, Michigan the son of Antonio (Heather) Watson and Callie Williams. He graduated High School in 2013 and joined the U.S. Army in 2014. While serving he was stationed in Germany working in Logistics....

Jul 27, 2021

Carol J. Mead, age 89, of Battle Creek, passed away on July 27, 2021, at Evergreen Senior Care & Rehab Center.  She was born on December 23, 1931, in Battle Creek, the daughter of Earl and Elizabeth (Fischer) Romans.  She was a lifelong area resident and graduated from Lakeview High School.  Carol was previously employed for a short time...

Jul 26, 2021

Barbara J. Trascik, age 93, of Battle Creek, passed away on July 26, 2021, at her residence. She was born on December 4, 1927, in Battle Creek, the daughter of William and Irene (Bruso) Cook. Barbara was a lifelong area resident and attended Springfield Schools. She was devoted to her home, husband, and family, helping whenever and wherever she...

Jul 26, 2021

Charles V. Aitken, age 87, of Battle Creek, went to be with the Lord on July 26, 2021, at Reflections Memory Care.  He was born on March 8, 1934, in Goshen, Indiana, the son of William and Mary (McDermott) Aitken.  Charles graduated from Elkhart High School before moving to Battle Creek.  He was employed  at General Motors for twenty...

Jul 21, 2021

Ronald James Kloack, age 79 of Battle Creek passed away Wednesday, July 21, 2021, at his home surrounded by his loving family. Ron was born July 19, 1942, in Battle Creek, Michigan the son of Clyde and Colleen (Coleman) Kloack. He was a 1961 graduate of Climax Scotts High School and served in the U.S. Air Force from 1963...

Jul 21, 2021

Marino (Nino) Flores, 79, born June 18, 1942 in Juncos, Puerto Rico has passed away peacefully on July 21, 2021 at his home under Hospice Care.  He was the best father anyone could ask for. Nino is survived by his two sons, Michael and Marino Flores Jr. with 8 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren. He is preceded in death...

Jul 18, 2021

Hubert R Western Jr., 89,  formerly of Battle Creek passed away Sunday July 18, 2021 with his family by his side. Hubert was born in Battle Creek Michigan to Hubert (Sr.) and Monnie (Wilder) Western on April 21, 1932. He graduated from Battle Creek Central High School in 1950 as senior class president then attended Western Michigan University before...

Jul 17, 2021

Cremation to take place.

Jul 16, 2021

Margaret A. Weipert, age 96, of Battle Creek, passed away on July 16, 2021, at Bronson Battle Creek.  She was born on January 6, 1925, in Otsego Michigan, the daughter of Moine and Mabel (Scott) Story.  Margaret graduated from Otsego High School and came to Battle Creek in 1959.  She previously was employed as a manager of the candy...

Jul 14, 2021

Cremation to take place, with inurnment at Fort Custer National Cemetery

Jul 14, 2021

Sandra K. Mahoney, age 71, of Battle Creek, passed away on July 14, 2021, at Ascension Borgess Hospital in Kalamazoo.  She was born on June 3, 1950, in Battle Creek, the daughter of Roger and Billie (Blanton) Keagle.  She was a lifelong area resident of Battle Creek, and a 1968 graduate of Harper Creek High School.  Sandra was previously...

Jul 10, 2021

Jacqueline A. Lancaster, age 88, of Battle Creek, passed away on July 10, 2021, at Bronson Battle Creek.  She was born on April 8, 1933, in Battle Creek, the daughter of Ralph and Velda (Adrian) Willey.  She attended Battle Creek Central High School and was employed by the Kellogg Company in quality control, retiring in 1992 after 34 years...

Jul 9, 2021

Paul Duglas Edwards, 65, of Battle Creek passed away Friday, July 9, 2021 at his residence. Paul was born on April 29, 1956 in Spring City, TN to John A. and Avalee (James) Edwards. Paul was part owner of the Drive Thru Party Factory, a landscaper, maintenance man but he was most proud of being a flat top roofer...

Jul 4, 2021

Passed on at 1:00 a.m., July 4, 2021, in his home with his daughter by his side. James was born in Battle Creek, MI, at Nichols Memorial Hospital on April 3, 1931. He attended Tekonsha High School . He married Nola Mae Grotbo in 1954. She Preceded  him in death in 2005 after 50 years of marriage. Jim wanted...