All Obituaries

G. Michael Brockway, 79, of Homer, passed away on January 25, 2023, at Henry Ford Allegiance Health in Jackson, Michigan.  He was born on October 28, 1943, to Colon and Vera (Kelley) Brockway in Homer. He was a graduate of Homer High School, Class of 1962. Mike was a farmer, repaired windows, worked for Mackinaw Glass Company and Jackson Glass Company as a Glazier. On May 14, 1966, he married Marie Rewa at St. Mary Catholic Church in Marshall, Michigan. They enjoyed 56 years together...

Lorena Faye Neighbors, 83, of Vicksburg, Michigan passed away on Monday, January 9, 2023 at Centrica Care Hospice Residence in Battle Creek, Michigan.  She was born on October 10, 1939 to Augustus and Marie (Branson) Lucas-Cates in Beattyville, Kentucky. On January 14, 1958, Lorena married Thomas Neighbors in Auburn Heights, Michigan, sadly he passed away on February 9, 2014. Lorena was a devoted homemaker and so loved being with her children and grandchildren. She was an avid reader...

Dorothy Jones, age 93, of Bellevue, Michigan, passed away on Wednesday, January 18, 2023. Dorothy was born in Detroit, Michigan on April 14, 1929, to James Vasil and Essie (Judd) Vasil. She graduated from Bellevue High School, class of 1947. She worked as a bookkeeper for Felpausch in Bellevue for 34 years, retiring in 1997. Dorothy is survived by her children, Ron (Sue) Olmstead, David (Robin) Olmstead, and Jim (Laurie) Olmstead; ten grandchildren; fourteen great-grandchildren; and one...

Connor Michael McHale, 29 of Normal, Illinois, went home to His Savior on Friday, January 20, 2023. He is the beloved son of Thomas L. Mc Hale, Jr. and Joye C. (Trine) McHale of Normal, Illinois. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Thomas McHale, Sr. and Evelyn McHale, Uncle, David A. Trine, and his maternal grandfather, Donald E. Trine.  Since his early arrival on September 16, 1993, Connor celebrated the adventure every day and his quiet strength and profound...

Michael Gerard Vandermeer, age 62, of Athens, passed away on January 20, 2023. Michael was born in Monroe, Michigan, on March 27, 1960, to Jacobus and Wouda (Lommerse) Vandermeer. He worked as an Agronomist for many years. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, woodworking, and gardening. Michael was united in marriage with Julie (Platte) Vandermeer on September 22, 1984. He is survived by his wife, Julie; three daughters and a son, Andrea (Robin Sillars) Vandermeer, Caitlyn Vandermeer, Erica...

Amanda “Mandy” Marie (Buell) Vandenburg, of Parma, formerly of Homer, age 42, died Friday, January 20, 2023 after a courageous battle with cancer. Mandy was born April 7, 1980 in Pontiac. She was a 1998 graduate of Homer High School. She was a member of the state championship track team and also played basketball and volleyball. She earned her bachelor’s degree from Baker College in health care administration. Mandy is survived by her husband, Erick; sons, Logan and...

Robert (Bob) Lee Outman July 20, 1934 – January 19, 2023 Bob was 88 years old when he went to be with the Lord on Thursday, January 19, 2023. He was surrounded by his family as he made his journey into paradise to be with his Lord and his wife Ginny. Bob was born on July 20, 1934 to Carl Ray Outman Sr. and Lena Kate (Griffin) Outman at their home in Battle Creek, Michigan. He graduated from Battle Creek Central High School in 1953. Bob met Ginny in their gym class when they were...

Thomas W. Frank, age 76, of Albion, Michigan, died on January 19, 2023. Arrangements are pending with Kempf Family Funeral and Cremation Services, 723 US Hwy 27 N, Marshall, MI 49068, https://www.kempffuneralhome.com.  **The complete obituary will be published later**

Our mother, Dolores Jerene Darlington, 92, of Battle Creek, passed away on January 19, 2023 in her home surrounded by her children. Dolores was born on August 24, 1930 to George and Anna (Anderson) Stephens in Bena, MN. She grew up in Bemidji and graduated from St. Philip High School. She moved to Battle Creek in her early 20’s and on January 4, 1955, she married Ronald K Darlington. They were a handsome couple both having red hair and brown eyes. Together they raised five red-haired...

Kobe Jacob Eugene Williams, age 23, of Marshall, Michigan, passed away at his home on Wednesday, January 18, 2023, with his parents at his side. Kobe is survived by his parents, Ross and Connie Williams; a special second mom and nurse, Teresa Mynhier; and several aunts, uncles, and cousins. He was preceded in death by his brother, Christopher Ross Williams, twin sisters, Sarah and Jessica Trombley, and sister, Mindera C. “Mindy” Trombley Williams. Kobe was born in...