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Walter Richard "Dick" McCullough
Feb 9, 2024
Walter R. McCullough, who answered to many as “Richard” or “Dick,” passed away February 9th, 2024, at the age of 91. This gentle, loving man, also answered to brother, husband, father, and friend. Born and raised in Homer, Michigan, Richard met and married Delores Tillson on November 1st 1952.
Richard worked hard throughout his life. He appreciated a joke and loved...
Jackie "Jack" Hall Martin
Feb 9, 2024
Jackie (Jack) Hall Martin, 83, of Battle Creek, Michigan passed away on February 9, 2024, at Rose Arbor in Kalamazoo, Michigan surrounded by the love of his family.
He was born on December 17, 1940, to Park and Wanda (Hall) Martin in Buffalo, WV. He graduated from Buffalo High School in Buffalo, WV, Class of 1958. Shortly after graduation, Jack's family...
LaWanda M. Wine
Feb 5, 2024
LaWanda Marie Wine, 92, of Bellevue, passed away on February 5, 2024, at Bronson Battle Creek Hospital.
She was born on July 28, 1931, to Lawrence and Gertrude (Hix) Ward in Battle Creek, MI. LaWanda was a teacher in Bellevue before retirement. Her favorite pastime was playing solitaire and she enjoyed fishing.
LaWanda is survived by her loving son, Loren (Jelani) Wine...
Dorothy Marion Poyer
Feb 5, 2024
Dorothy Marion Poyer, 96, of Bellevue, Michigan passed away on Monday, February 5, 2024 at the Flower House in Nashville, Michigan.
She was born on May 19, 1927 to Orno and Marion (Miller) Lewis in Bellevue, Michigan.
She was a graduate of Bellevue High School. In 1947, Dorothy married David Reese and sadly he passed away in 1975. She then married...
Chris E. "Bob Ed" Baker, Sr
Feb 4, 2024
Chris E. "Bob Ed" Baker, Sr 72, of Marshall, Michigan passed away on Sunday, February 4, 2024, Surrounded by his family at Ascension Borgess Hospital in Kalamazoo, Michigan.
He was born on September 1, 1951, to Jake Baker and Hazel (Robinson) Amsler in Marshall, Michigan. On February 3, 1973, Bob Ed married Frances “Emily” Bates in Marshall, Michigan.
Bob Ed was...
Marsha Lynn Funk
Feb 4, 2024
Marsha Lynn (Cawthon) Funk passed away on February 4, 2024. Marsha was born to Richard and Moira Cawthon in Oxnard, California on September 23, 1945. Raised in Roseville, Michigan, Marsha graduated from Sacred Heart High School and became a licensed cosmetologist. On October 16, 1970, she married the love of her life, George “Ed” Funk. And on February 28, 1973,...
Adam Lee Vorce
Feb 2, 2024
Adam Lee Vorce, 34, of Lansing, passed away on February 2, 2024 at his home. He was born on June 18, 1989 in Lansing, MI. Adam received an associate’s degree in Civil Engineering and he worked for Davey Resource Group.
Adam was a huge gamer, and he had a passion for cars. He owned a Corvette which he loved. Adam was...
Robert "Bob" J. Delaney
Jan 28, 2024
Robert "Bob" J. Delaney, 61, of Marshall, Michigan, passed away on Sunday, January 28, 2024 in Marshall.
He was born on December 10, 1962 to David and Evelyn (Adams) Delaney in Marshall, Michigan.
Bob was an avid and longtime billiards player in Marshall, Battle Creek and Tekonsha areas. He loved being outdoors, especially hunting and fishing. Bob always enjoyed sharing his...
Steven Lee Rodgers
Jan 28, 2024
Steven L. Rodgers, 74 of Marshall Michigan, passed away on Sunday January 28, 2024.
Steve was born in Battle Creek on September 15, 1949, to Raymond and Phyllis (Greenman) Rodgers.
After high school Steve enlisted in the United States Amy. He served overseas and was honorably discharged on December 8, 1970 as a SP5.
Steve had a special bond to his only son,...
Wilma Croff
Jan 28, 2024
Wilma Croff, age 60, of Marshall, passed away on January 28, 2024 at her home peacefully in her sleep surrounded by loved ones and went home to her Heavenly Father. She was born on October 23, 1963 to Willie and Helen (Miller) Brown in Marshall, MI. To quote Wilma, “I’ve never been normal.” She met Boatswain’s Mate 2nd Class Kenneth...
Billie Joe Patterson
Jan 27, 2024
Billie Joe Patterson, 93, of Marshall, Michigan passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 27, 2024, at his home following a short hospital stay.
Billie Joe was born on March 22, 1930, in Truman, Arkansas. He attended Marshall High School, was an all-state running back on the football team and graduated in 1947.
Following high school, Billie Joe enlisted in the US Navy,...
Richard L. "Rick" Lawrence, Jr.
Jan 24, 2024
In Loving Memory of Richard Lynn Lawrence, Jr. age 69, of Bellevue, Michigan passed away on January 24, 2024 at the home of his loving sister. Rick is survived by his beloved daughters; brothers and sisters; as well as his grandchildren.
After life care has been provided by Kempf's of Bellevue. Arrangements were entrusted by Kempf Family Funeral and Cremation Services,...
Howard "Butch" R. Willis
Jan 21, 2024
Howard R. “Butch” Willis, 73, of Battle Creek, passed away on January 21, 2024 at his home in Battle Creek, MI. He was born on December 21, 1950 to Howard E. and Phylis J. (Parsons) Willis in Battle Creek, MI. Butch graduated from Marshall High School Class of 1969 and Western Michigan University Class of 1973. Butch had been working...
Kayla D. Houghton
Jan 20, 2024
Kayla Donne “McDuck” “Cuppy Cake” Houghton of Marshall Michigan passed away on January 20, 2024 at the age of 34. Kayla was in the embrace of her children and watched over by her husband when she went.
Kayla (Tanner) Houghton was born to Donald Tanner and Lisa Goudey in Munising, Michigan on December 15, 1989. Kayla graduated from Gwinn High School....
Phyllis A. Perrine
Jan 18, 2024
Phyllis (Holte) Perrine, 96, of Marengo, quietly passed from this life into the wonderful presence of God on January 18, 2024.
Born April 1, 1927 in Grand Ledge, Michigan, Phyllis attended school in Lansing before she pursued her talent in artisanship by studying home economics at Bob Jones University in Greenville, South Carolina.
After meeting her husband, David Perrine, at her home...
Terry L. Baker
Jan 17, 2024
Terry Lee Baker, 72, of Springport, passed away on January 17, 2024 at his home. He was born on July 21, 1951 to Larry and Marjorie (Shotts) Baker in Indianapolis, IN. He married Kathleen D. Mulligan on July 25, 1970 in Michigan City, IN. Terry received his bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering from Tri-State College Angola, IN. He worked for...
Robert G. Noneman
Jan 17, 2024
Robert G. Noneman, 93, of Homer, passed away on January 17, 2024 at his home in Homer, MI.
He was born on May 21, 1930 to Edwin and Wilma (Waidelich) Noneman in Marshall. On September 27, 1958 he married Joeann Wireman in Olivet, MI and she preceded him in death on July 1, 1998. Robert worked as a machinist for...
Nell C. Hunt
Jan 16, 2024
Nell C. Hunt, 90, of Albion, passed away on January 16, 2024 from Alzheimer’s at the Calhoun County Medical Care Facility in Battle Creek where she was cared for by the wonderful staff. She was born on November 21, 1933 to Alexander and Kansas (Prather) Dotson in Vulcan, West Virginia. She grew up in Phelps, KY and at the age...
Carol Anne Upston
Jan 13, 2024
Carol Anne Upston, 86, of Battle Creek, Michigan, passed away on Saturday, January 13, 2024 at her home. She was born on August 13, 1937 to Clark and Marion (Dubuc) Lauzon in Burlington, Vermont. She graduated from Cathedral High School in Burlington, Vermont. Carol worked as a Laborer for Kellogg Cereal Co.Carol first married Keith Rogers Sr. which ended in...
William "Bill" Conrad Berry
Jan 7, 2024
It is with great sadness that the family of William "Bill" Conrad Berry announce his unexpected passing on January 7th, 2024.
Bill was born on July 3rd, 1942, to Samuel L and Edna M Berry in Marshall, Michigan. Bill attended Sacket School in rural Marshall until he entered Marshall High School where he graduated in 1961. While in school...
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