Obituaries

Aug 11, 2019

Mary L. (Gackley) Gertz, age 70 of Battle Creek, passed away Sunday, August 11, 2019 at her home. She was born August 22, 1948 in Albion, Michigan the daughter of Merlin and Inez (Schutts) Gackley. She graduated from Washington Gardner High School in Albion in 1966. In June of 1968, she married Ronald P. Gertz and they moved to...

Aug 5, 2019

Robert “Bob” L. Clark, age 60, of Bedford Twp., passed away at Bronson Commons on August 5, 2019.  He was a lifelong area resident, born in Battle Creek, the son of Richard and Virginia (Farnham) Clark.  Bob graduated from Lakeview High School in 1977.  He was formerly employed at Boron Oil Company as a gas pump attendant, RRS Inc....

Aug 2, 2019

William H Garges Jr's family had to say goodbye to him on August 2, 2019. He was surrounded by love the day he left, taking a piece of each of his family with him. Billy was a jack of all trades who loved doing small engine repairs and had knowledge in many areas throughout his life. When he wasn't...

Jul 30, 2019

Gladys V. Rollenhagen, age 86, of Battle Creek, passed away on Tuesday, July 30, 2019 at Pennfield Premier Living, where she had been living for two years.  She now resides in Heaven with her savior.  She was born in Blue Lake Township, Michigan in 1932.  Gladys graduated from Ravenna High School in 1951.  She was united in marriage in...

Jul 29, 2019

Christine H. (Enger) DeLong, age 95, of Williamsburg, MI formerly of Battle Creek, went to be with the Lord on Monday, July 29, 2019 surrounded by her loving family. Christine was born November 13, 1923 in Leer, Michigan the daughter of Jorgen “George” and Hulda (Pederson) Enger. Christine was a 1942 graduate of Alpena High school. She married Henry...

Jul 27, 2019

Sally Ann (Marsh) Kohl, age 85, formerly of Algonac, Michigan passed away July 27, 2019 at The Reflections Memory Care Residence in Battle Creek, Michigan.  Sally was born on January 3, 1934  in Marine City, MI to Leo Nicholas and Lillian M.  (Eber) Marsh.   Sally grew up and attended school in Marine City. Sally’s main job was a stay-at-home...

Jul 27, 2019

Dannie Ellis Thurman, age 79, of Battle Creek, passed away Saturday, July 27, 2019 at the Glenn Arbor Hospice Residence. He was born April 10, 1940 in Spring City, Tennessee the son of Elder Jackson and Gladys Emma (Houston) Thurman. On January 23, 1960 Dannie married Valerie F. Beard who survives. He is also survived by two children: Scott...

Jul 26, 2019

Died Friday, July 26, 2019, in Battle Creek surrounded by her family. Janet was born on May 31, 1937, in Battle Creek, the daughter of Laurence E. and Mildred E. ( Nicewander) Geer. She had been a lifelong resident of the area graduating from Battle Creek Central High School in 1955. On May 18, 1957, she was united in...

Jul 25, 2019

Joshua D. Grimes, age 36, of Battle Creek, passed away Thursday, July 25, 2019 at Bronson Hospital. Josh was born April 27, 1983 in Battle Creek, Michigan the son of Jeffery D. Grimes and Tami Lynn (Shotwell) Peterson. Josh attended Gull Lake High School and enjoyed hunting and outdoor activities. Fishing, however, was his passion and he loved to...

Jul 25, 2019

JUDITH LYNNE SYC, 78, passed away at home surrounded by loving family on Thursday, July 25, 2019.  Judy was born on July 24, 1941 in Battle Creek, MI, the daughter of Thomas and Sylvia Nash.  She received her Bachelor of Arts degree from Siena Heights College, Adrian, MI.  On June 13, 1964, Judy married the love of...

Jul 24, 2019

On July 24, 2019 Robert Benjamin Jenkins "lovingly called Pops" of Battle Creek, Michigan, passed away peacefully at his home with his wife and one son by his side at the age of 77. He was born in Steelton, Pennsylvania on April 12, 1942, he was the eldest son of Robert Jenkins and Virginia Jenkins ( McIntosh) who preceded...

Jul 21, 2019

Robert J. Vanderveen, age 71, of Battle Creek, passed away on July 21, 2019 at Bronson Battle Creek Hospital.  He was born on January 30, 1948 in Battle Creek, the son of Robert G. and Marion (France) Vanderveen.  Robert was a lifelong area resident and graduated from Springfield High School in 1966.  Robert was formerly employed by United Steel...

Jul 20, 2019

Died Saturday, July 20, 2019, in Battle Creek. Kenneth was born on October 11, 1939, in Climax, MI, the son of Paul O. and Ruth (McComb) Trubey. He  attended Newman School and was a 1957 graduate of Lakeview High School. He then graduated from Argubright Business College. Kenneth was a veteran serving in the U.S. Navy from 1963 until...

Jul 17, 2019

Clara J. Tooley, age 92, of Albion, Michigan, passed away on July 17, 2019 at home surrounded by her family.  She was born on April 23, 1927 in Charlotte, Michigan, the daughter of Fred and Hazel (Brooks) Butler.  Clara was a lifelong area resident and graduated from Charlotte High School.  She was a home maker, who enjoyed knitting, sewing,...

Jul 16, 2019

Sharon A. Richardi, age 76, of Battle Creek, passed away on July 16, 2019 at her residence.  She was born on July 12, 1943 in Monroe, Michigan, the daughter of Pete and Grace (Bomia) Raymond.  Sharon was a homemaker and was previously employed by Big Wheel, Target and the Elite Company.  She also was a member of St. Philip...

Jul 14, 2019

An obituary is not available at this time for Kevin Robert Kershner. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Jul 10, 2019

Tom, age 69, passed away on Wednesday afternoon, July 10, 2019, overlooking Beadle Lake, following a ten year battle with cancer. He fought to the end and has come out a winner.

A funeral service for Tom will be at St. Philip Church, 30 W. Van Buren St., Battle Creek, MI 49017, on Tuesday, July 16th at...

Jul 6, 2019

Died Saturday, July 6, 2019 at Eaton County Health and Rehabilitation Services. Irene was born on March 6, 1927, in Wheaton, IL, the daughter of William H. and Emma (Zarndt) Winthers. She had been an area resident Since the 1950’s. On September 16, 1950, she was united in marriage to Jesse D. Snyder who precede her in...

Jul 6, 2019

Arrangements are pending.

Jul 5, 2019

Irma Marie Webber, age 106, of Battle Creek, passed away Friday, July 5, 2019. She was born September 23, 1912 in Greenville, Michigan the daughter of John Alexander and Nellie Elizabeth (Jones) Miller. Mrs. Webber was an administrator for the Battle Creek Public Schools for many years prior to her retirement. She enjoyed playing bridge with the retired teacher’s...