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Donald Lee Maun
May 31, 2026
Donald Lee Maun, age 72, passed away unexpectedly on May 31, 2026. Born on October 15, 1952, Donald lived a life marked by service, hard work, loyalty, and love for those around him. He proudly served his country in the United States Air Force and later continued his dedication to veterans through his career with the Department of Veterans Affairs,...
George P. Channells III
Jun 10, 2026
George P. Channells III, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, and man of steadfast faith in Christ, passed away surrounded by the love of his family. His life was marked by quiet strength, unwavering loyalty, and a deep commitment to those he cherished most.
George is survived by his beloved wife of 52 years, Catherine, who remained his steadfast companion through...
Karen A. Smith
May 28, 2026
Karen passed away peacefully at Centrica Rose Arbor Hospice in Kalamazoo. She enjoyed hanging out with the Ramettes and penny shopping at the Dollar General. She is survived by a son, David Smith; a sister, Mollie Hiatt and brothers, Steve (Vicky) Smith and Jim Smith; nieces and nephews, Kelly, Jason, Justin, Tyler, Samantha and Ridley; special friends, Rick, CR, Chris,...
Paula Beller
Jun 5, 2026
Paula Jo (Hutchins) Beller, 80, of Battle Creek, passed away peacefully at home on Friday, June 5, 2026.
Paula was born on February 25, 1946 in Marshall to Joe and Pauline (Egolf) Hutchins. She grew up in Marshall, working at her parents’ restaurant, Hutchins’ Cafe, where she met her future husband of 55 years. She was a 1964 graduate of Marshall...
Thomas Roy Hood
Jan 26, 2026
Thomas Roy Hood was born September 7, 1957 the son of Eilene Viola (Gilbert) Hood and Harley Hood Sr. Thomas passed away at home January 26, 2026 due to a long battle with failing health. Thomas grew up in the Charlotte, MI, enlisted in the US Marine Corps on May 29, 1976 and was honorably discharged June 7, 1979. He...
June E. Bloch
Feb 19, 2026
June E. Bloch, age 92, of Battle Creek, died February 19, 2026 at Heritage Assisted Living. She was born November 10, 1933 in Walkerville, Ontario, Canada the daughter of John William Russell Bristow and Edna May (Corbett) Bristow. A 1954 graduate of the Grace Hospital School of Nursing in Windsor, she worked as a Registered Nurse for Lakeview General Hospital....
Robert F. Beach
Jan 25, 2026
Robert F. Beach, 87, of Largo, FL passed away Sunday, January 25, 2026.
He was born April 2, 1938 in Grand Rapids, MI and was preceded in death by his parents Bernard and Mary Ellen Beach, and his sister, Sandra (Bill) Phillips.
“Bob” had a natural talent for woodworking, and after studying drafting at Ferris State University he married Judy Beach and...
Keiko Belcher
Jun 7, 2026
Died on Sunday, June 7, 2026, at The Legacy at the Oaks. Keiko was born in Tokyo, Japan, on January 1, 1949, the daughter of Nenosuka and Kiyoko Noguchi. She did her schooling in Japan. On March 5, 1973, she was united in Marriage to Vaughn Belcher who survives. Keiko had been a resident of the area since 1974. She...
Delia M. DeMaso
Jun 6, 2026
Delia M. DeMaso, affectionately known as "Dee," passed away peacefully on June 6, 2026, leaving behind a remarkable legacy of education, community service, and dedication to family and friends. She was born on January 16, 1932, in Battle Creek, Michigan, to Eliseo L. DeMaso and Maria (DeLorenzo) DeMaso. The youngest of six children, she grew up alongside her brothers, James...
Karen L. McCotter
Jun 6, 2026
Karen L. “Sis” “Kare-Bear” McCotter, age 65 of Battle Creek, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on Saturday morning, June 6, 2026. She was born in Battle Creek on April 11, 1961, to Hollis and Donna (Dempsey) Thurman. She graduated from Lakeview High School with the Class of 1979.
Karen devoted more than 26 years to Lakeview Schools as...
Alexis Louise Darling
Jun 2, 2026
Alexis “Ali” Louise Darling, 17, of Battle Creek, passed away on June 2, 2026. Born in November of 2008, Ali filled every space she entered with warmth, creativity, and a fierce, loyal love that made people feel safe and seen.
Ali was a loving daughter, sister, granddaughter, niece, cousin, and friend. She had a caretaker’s heart and a defender’s spirit —...
David Paul Broomfield
Jun 1, 2026
David Paul Broomfield, age 71, of Battle Creek, Michigan, passed away on June 1, 2026, at Hillside Elder Care Assisted Living Facility. David was born in Battle Creek, Michigan, to Johnie and Ora B. Broomfield. He graduated from Battle Creek Central High School and later went on to obtain a Registered Nursing degree.
David dedicated more than 20 years of service...
Richard Allen Gagnon
Jun 1, 2026
Richard (Rich) Allen Gagnon of Battle Creek, MI, passed away peacefully on June 1, 2026. Born on November 21, 1934, in Chicago, IL, the youngest of two sons to Julius and Helen (Magee) Gagnon, Rich grew up in Kankakee, IL, and graduated from St. Patrick High School in 1953. He joined the Navy in August of 1954 and served as...
Ricky Marco Zanetti
Jun 1, 2026
Died on Monday, June 1, 2026, at Rose Arbor Hospice in Kalamazoo. Ricky was born on December 2, 1955, in Battle Creek, the son of Carlo and Edda (Furlanis) Zanetti. He had been a lifelong resident of the area attending St. Joseph School and then graduating from Lakeview High School in 1974. He also attended Kellogg Community College.
Ricky worked for...
Lois Jean Harrison
May 30, 2026
Lois Jean (Washington) Harrison, passed away peacefully on May 30, 2026, at the age of 94. She was born in Battle Creek, Michigan on September 9, 1931. Lois attended Battle Creek Central and graduated in 1949.
In 1949, she met Walter “Dick” Harrison on a blind date. They were married in 1950 and celebrated 73 years of marriage together before his...
Jack Leroy Green
May 30, 2026
Jack Leroy Green, age 85, of Springfield passed away Saturday, May 23, 2026. He was born in Battle Creek on May 26, 1941, the son of Arthur L. and Ruth Grace Green. Jack graduated from Hastings High School and retired from A-1 Auto Glass after many years of service. He was formerly a member of the First Church of Wellston...
Catalina Baldivia De Guardian
May 27, 2026
Catalina Baldivia De Guardian, age 75 of Battle Creek died Wednesday evening, May 27, 2026. She was born in Cheran Michoacan, Mexico on August 27, 1950, the daughter of Miguel Baldivia and Juana Fabian.
In 1969, she was united in marriage to Ramiro Guardian; he preceded her in death on December 6, 2021. She is survived by her children, Gilberto, Guadalupe,...
Susan K. Barnes
May 26, 2026
Susan K. Barnes, age 65 of Portage and formerly of Battle Creek, unexpectedly passed away on Tuesday evening, May 26, 2026. She was born in Battle Creek on April 29, 1961, the daughter of Cecil and Madaline (Herrmann) Barnes. Sue graduated from Battle Creek Central High School with the Class of 1979 and continued her education at Western Michigan University,...
Sherrie Latetia (Sexton) Giljum
May 16, 2026
Sherrie Latetia (Sexton) Giljum of Ganado, TX passed away on May 16, 2026, in Battle Creek, MI.
Sherrie was born in Fort Worth, TX to Marion Ray Sexton and Bobby Jean (Crouch) Sexton on November 23, 1950.
She enjoyed playing Scrabble, working in the yard, cooking, and walking.
Sherrie is survived by her identical twin sister Sueann Hagan of Port Orange, FL; her...
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