Obituaries

Aug 10, 2024

Darlene (Duck) Rose Ameter, age 78 of Three Rivers, Michigan, died Saturday, August 10, 2024, at Rose Arbor Hospice. She was born April 24, 1946, in Clare County, Michigan, the daughter of Bernard and Josie (Newman) Allen. Darlene was preceded in death by her husband Russell K. Ameter, MD on August 6, 2022. She is survived by three children: Scott...

Aug 10, 2024

Paul D. Weiss, age 81, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, August 10, 2024, while in the loving care of his family.

He was born the oldest of three on April 1, 1943, in Niles, Michigan. Paul grew up in Battle Creek and graduated from Battle Creek Central High in 1961.

It has been said that there can be no greater...

Aug 9, 2024

David James Smith, age 74 died peacefully at Bronson Hospital on August 9, 2024, after a long battle with lung & heart issues. He was born June 5, 1950, to Carlos William Smith Sr. & Lena Burr Fries from Mount Clemons, Michigan. Dave worked on the family produce farm growing up. He was also trained as an X-ray Technician in...

Aug 8, 2024

Al Binger passed away August 8th, 2024 at Reflections Memory Care at the age of 91. Al was born June 7th, 1933, the son of Albert P. Binger and Genevive George Binger, in Jackson, Michigan. He was a proud veteran of the U.S. Navy, serving during the Korean War. Al Married Carol R. Corey, April 8th, 1956. They had 67...

Aug 5, 2024

Gil Ladd Young II, known by many as "Bump", passed away at the age of 56 on Tuesday, August 6, 2024. He was born in Battle Creek, Michigan on September 23, 1967. Gil was a beloved father, brother, papa, uncle and friend to many. Known for his humor and remarkable talents, he touched the lives of those around him with...

Aug 5, 2024

Russell (Russ, Dad, Papa, Sprouts) left us on Monday, August 5, 2024, at the age of 86. He was born at home in the Traverse City area to Alvin and Nela Decker, the second of five children. He lived most of life in East Leroy, first at his parent’s farm and then almost 64 years in the home that he...

Aug 5, 2024

Gerald E. Keller, age 86, of Battle Creek, died Monday, August 5, 2024, at Bronson Battle Creek Hospital with family at his side. He was born July 20, 1938, in Marshall, Michigan, the son of Milton Jacob and Vedna (Faurot) Keller. Jerry, as he was known, attended catholic schools and graduated from Lakeview High School. After high school he was...

Aug 4, 2024

It is with deep sorrow we announce that D. Virginia Hubbard went to be with her Lord and savior on August 4, 2024 Virginia lived a great life. She never knew a stranger and greeted everyone with a smile. Virginia was born July 10, 1937 in West Helena AR she is survived by son Jeff (Teri) Hubbard, daughters MaryAnn McGee,...

Aug 1, 2024

Florence Ernsberger, Age 87, of Marshall, Michigan peacefully passed away on August 1, 2024. Florence was born February 20, 1937, to Richard and Anna (Reed) Gale in Battle Creek. She was a dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) whose helped many patients for 25 years. Florence's journey in the healthcare industry was marked by her service at a nursing home that...

Aug 1, 2024

Guy A. Bess, age 93 of Battle Creek, died Thursday, August 1, 2024. He was born to Luther H. and Iva B. (Duncan) Bess in Battle Creek, Michigan on October 14, 1930, and is a confirmed descendent of Native American blood. Guy graduated from Battle Creek Public Schools and attended Kellogg Community College. He worked for 30 years at Clark...

Jul 29, 2024

Sheila Jean (Sain) Lancaster, age 66, of Battle Creek, passed away on July 29, 2024 at Bronson Battle Creek. She was born on July 14,1958 in White Pine, Michigan, the daughter of Marvin Sain and Beverly (Cook) Collins. She came to Battle Creek in 1968 from Wakefield, Michigan. She graduated from Battle Creek Central High School in 1976. Sheila previously...

Jul 26, 2024

 

Phillip Byron Sidnam, 76 of Athens, MI., and formerly of Battle Creek and Kalamazoo MI, passed away and went to be with his beloved wife, Patricia, and his personal savior, Jesus Christ, on Friday, July 26th, peacefully in his sleep.

Phillip, known by most as Phil, was born on December 27, 1947 to Philo Sidnam and Louise Sidnam (Childs) in Battle...

Jul 20, 2024

 David Stanley Barnes, age 83, of Battle Creek,MI.,went to be with the Lord on Saturday, July 20th, 2024, at the Calhoun County Medical Care Facility. He was born November 29th, 1940, the son of Seldon D. Barnes and Nellie P. Noble. David graduated from Hastings High School, going on to serve in the United States Air Force and Air National...

Jul 20, 2024

Sally Wise, beloved wife, mother, sister, and friend, went home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, on July 20, 2024 in Battle Creek. She was born on February 13, 1943, in Battle Creek, a place that remained close to her heart throughout her life. Sally was a dedicated individual who graduated from Athens High School as part...

Jul 19, 2024

Jul 18, 2024

Curt L. Peterson, age 75 of Battle Creek, passed away Thursday, July 18, 2024, at Medilodge of Marshall. He was born May 10, 1949, in Battle Creek, Michigan, the son of Howard Edwin and Ruth Arlene (Hart) Peterson. Curt was a 1967 graduate of Lakeview High School and enlisted in the Navy after graduation. Following his honorable discharge in 1971,...

Jul 11, 2024

Lucille Marie Simon, age 75, of Battle Creek passed away on July 11, 2024 at her residence with her loving husband at her side. She was born on November 29, 1948 in Albion, Michigan, the daughter of Wilbur and Margarie (Haskins) King. Lucy graduated in 1966 from Washington-Gardner High School in Albion. She previously was employed at Holiday Inn, A...

Jul 10, 2024

Jul 9, 2024

Died on July 9, 2024, at Bronson Battle Creek. Teresa was born on April 30, 1954, in Battle Creek, the daughter of Herman D. and Barbara May (Conrad) LaLonde. She is survived by a son, George Saylor; grandchild, Wesley Saylor; brothers, Scott (Lisa) Butcher and Randy Butcher; a nephew, Dawson Butcher. She was preceded in death by a son, Matthew...

Jul 9, 2024

Sally A. Hansen, age 84, of Battle Creek and formerly of Westland, Michigan passed away on July 9, 2024 at Evergreen Senior Care & Rehab. She was born on November 24, 1939 in Kalamazoo, Michigan, the daughter of Robert and Nelda (Umphrey) Kerns Sr. Sally graduated from St. Philip Catholic Central High School in 1957, then went on to receive...