3rd District Condolences

William David "Bill" Evans

TUE - Mar 7, 1944 - TUE - Aug 11, 2020

William David "Bill" Evans of Augusta, MI

Marie L. (VanAmburg) Josephsen

THU - Oct 13, 1927 - WED - Apr 15, 2020

Marie L. Josephsen, age 92, of Marshall died Wednesday April 15, 2020 at Heritage Assisted Living in Battle Creek.

Patricia Y. McKie

SAT - Jul 25, 1942 - THU - Mar 12, 2020

Patricia Y. McKie, age 77, of Hickory Corners passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, March 12, 2020. She was born in Marshall, Michigan on July 25, 1942.

Gerald (Jerry) Leroy Johnson

MON - Oct 21, 1946 - THU - Mar 19, 2020

Gerald (Jerry) Leroy Johnson age 73, of Battle Creek passed away peacefully after a long hard-fought battle with cancer on Thursday, March 19, 2020 at home surrounded by family.

Kenneth W. Glidden, age 73, of Battle Creek, passed away on February 17, 2020 at the Glenn Arbor Hospice Residence. He was a member of the American Legion Post #298, where he served as commander three times along with various other positions.

David J. Converse

WED - Jun 19, 1940 - SUN - Feb 9, 2020

Gary "G-Bob" "Jake" Jacoby

FRI - Dec 15, 1950 - THU - Feb 6, 2020

Dennis L. Patton Sr.

TUE - Mar 19, 1940 - TUE - Feb 4, 2020

Donald G. Metzger

WED - May 13, 1925 - WED - Dec 18, 2019

Richard G. Andrews

TUE - Jul 28, 1942 - TUE - Oct 29, 2019

JAMES OLIVER TWIST

TUE - Jun 30, 1992 - WED - Oct 23, 2019

GORDON LOU SUTTON

THU - Sep 11, 1947 - SAT - Sep 21, 2019

Gordon W. Vance

SUN - Apr 26, 1931 - THU - Sep 26, 2019

Dannie Ellis Thurman

WED - Apr 10, 1940 - SAT - Jul 27, 2019

RANDY DITTO

THU - Nov 17, 1949 - MON - Jul 1, 2019

DUANE VERSCHOOF

TUE - Aug 20, 1935 - WED - Jun 26, 2019

Robert "Bob" Riggs

SAT - Jan 15, 1927 - THU - Jun 20, 2019

Robert A. Engberts

SAT - Mar 2, 1935 - THU - Jun 20, 2019

RICHARD W "SPEED" EDDINGER

THU - Jul 26, 1928 - WED - May 22, 2019

David Owen

TUE - May 14, 1940 - THU - May 9, 2019

MICHAEL LEE LIND

TUE - Jul 22, 1952 - WED - May 1, 2019

W.A. "Dub" McMillon

FRI - Aug 23, 1929 - TUE - Apr 9, 2019

Donald Duane Barber Sr.

FRI - Mar 8, 1935 - SUN - Mar 31, 2019

Thomas Paul Harsch

THU - Feb 23, 1967 - THU - Apr 4, 2019

Richard Leo Daly

THU - Jul 1, 1943 - THU - Mar 28, 2019

Richard L. "Dick" Daly, 75, of Muscatine, passed away Thursday, March 28, 2019, at Lutheran Living Senior Campus in Muscatine.

James Randall Myers

WED - Oct 22, 1947 - SUN - Apr 7, 2019

Patrick Joseph "Pat" Howitt

WED - Aug 9, 1922 - TUE - Apr 9, 2019

Patrick Joseph "Pat" Howitt, age 96, of Battle Creek passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 9, 2019 at the Laurels of Bedford.

Thomas E. Gladney

TUE - Mar 8, 1938 - SAT - Mar 9, 2019

GLADNEY, THOMAS E. age 81, of Albion, Michigan passed away peacefully surrounded by loving family on Saturday, March 9th 2019. Tom enlisted in the United States Marine Corps in 1957. He was the Commander of the Albion American Legion Post 55

Alice McGill Banaszak

SUN - Apr 28, 1929 - SAT - Mar 9, 2019

Alice McGill Banaszak, 89, of Battle Creek, Michigan, left us to join her family in heaven on, March 9, 2019, in the loving care of her family.

Marian Leone Hoffman

FRI - Feb 3, 1922 - WED - Feb 27, 2019

Marian Leone Hoffman, age 97, of Battle Creek passed away Wednesday afternoon, February 27, 2019.

David Henry Jacob

TUE - Aug 22, 1939 - WED - Jan 23, 2019

David Henry Jacob, 79, of Battle Creek, died Jan. 23, 2019, with his wife of 52 years and sons by his side.

Gordon C. "Gordy" Bishop Jr.

SAT - Nov 5, 1949 - SUN - Dec 16, 2018

Joseph C. Underwood

WED - Jan 16, 1946 - THU - Dec 13, 2018

Joseph C. Underwood of Grand Ledge passed away December 13, 2018. He graduated from Albion High School and proudly served his county in the United Stated Navy. Joe retired form John Henry Co. in 2015 and was a member of the Moose and American Legion Cole-Briggs Post 48 in Grand Ledge.

Donald Frederick Prior

FRI - Aug 18, 1939 - THU - Dec 13, 2018

Gilberto Benavidez

MON - Mar 23, 1931 - TUE - Nov 20, 2018

At the age of 87, Gilberto, or Benny, as most people called him, was welcomed into the arms of his Savior, Jesus Christ, on Tuesday, November 20, 2018. His desire to protect others led him to join the National Guard and then the US Army. In the early 1950s, he was stationed in Germany, where he met his lovely wife

Max Keesler

TUE - Dec 6, 1927 - FRI - Nov 2, 2018

Max H. Keesler, 90, of Battle Creek, MI, passed away, Friday November 2, 2018. Max was a machinist for the Grand Trunk Railroad for 33 years until his retirement in 1985. He was a union member of the International Assoc. of Machinist and Aerospace workers. Max also served in the U.S. Navy as a Seaman Apprentice from 1946-1949, and in the reserve for 4 years. Max was a member of the Moose Lodge #676 in Marshall, MI, since 1953 and a member of the VFW in Baldwin, MI, since 1988. He did belong to the American Legion #298,

Charles Edward Genoe

SUN - Aug 27, 1939 - THU - Nov 1, 2018

Charles Edward Genoe, 79, of Battle Creek, MI passed away Thursday November 1, 2018.

Larry Dewight Burbank

FRI - Jan 13, 1950 - FRI - Nov 2, 2018

Larry Dewight Burbank, 68, of Battle Creek, passed away with his family by his side Friday, November 2, 2018 at Bronson Methodist Hospital. Larry served in the U.S. Marine Corps as a Sergeant from 1969-1973. Larry was a member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles and the American Legion Post #298.

Rex F. Asher

MON - May 20, 1935 - SAT - Sep 29, 2018

Rex F. Asher, 83, of Battle Creek, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, September 29, 2018 at Heartland Rehabilitation Center in Battle Creek. A funeral will be held at 11:30 A.M. on Wednesday, October 3, 2018. He graduated from Hyden High School in Kentucky and entered the U.S. Army in 1959. He served honorably and was discharged in August of 1961

Francis B. Wabeke

SUN - Feb 15, 1925 - TUE - Sep 18, 2018

Francis B. Wabeke, 93, of Battle Creek, ascended into heaven on September 18, 2018 at Borgess Medical Center in Kalamazoo.

SFC Brice Joseph Travis

TUE - Mar 20, 1984 - MON - Sep 17, 2018

Sergeant First Class Brice Joseph Travis US Army Ranger, age 34, of Marshall passed away September 17, 2018. SFC Brice J. Travis was an outstanding man, soldier and friend. He stepped forward to serve his country when he enlisted in the U.S. Army on September 21, 2006.

Ronal L Swain

FRI - Jan 7, 1944 - THU - Dec 10, 2015

Ronal L. Swain, age 71, of Battle Creek, formerly of Union City, closed his eyes in this world and opened them peacefully holding the hand of Jesus on December 10, 2015. Ron served proudly in the U.S. Navy on the Destroyer, James E. Kyes, often in the waters of Vietnam from 1962-1965, and was promoted to Second Class Petty Officer within his first 18 months. He was a member of the VFW, American Legion, and the Marshall Moose.

Mathew L Brown

TUE - Oct 11, 1983 - THU - Sep 6, 2018

MATHEW L. BROWN, age 34 years of Pittsford, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, September 6, 2018.
He joined the United States Marine Corps in March 2001 and served in Iraq during Iraqi Freedom II.

Helen Elaine Keubke

SUN - Jun 2, 1929 - SAT - Sep 15, 2018

Helen Elaine Keubke, age 89 of Clarksville, passed away on Saturday, September 15, 2018.

EUGENE F. "RED" MILLER

SAT - Oct 5, 1929 - SAT - Sep 1, 2018

Paul Rombaugh

MON - May 9, 1927 - SAT - Sep 1, 2018

John F. Currier

TUE - Jan 29, 1924 - WED - Aug 15, 2018

John F. Currier, age 94, of Battle Creek, passed away Wednesday, August 15, 2018 at The Glenn Arbor Hospice. John served in the U.S. Navy during both WWII and the Korean War.

Jacob Zuidema

MON - Jul 2, 1923 - TUE - Aug 7, 2018

Zuidema, Jacob Kalamazoo Loving and devoted husband, father and grandfather passed away on Tuesday, August 7, 2018. He served his country in the United States Army during World War II

Erma June Johnson

THU - Aug 1, 1929 - WED - Jun 20, 2018

Erma June Johnson died peacefully at home surrounded by her family and friends on Wednesday, June 20, 2018 at the age of 89. She belonged to the Vasa Lodge (Swedish) and the Order of Eastern Star. June was born in Akron, Ohio to Russell and Erma Bower. She was married to Harold Johnson.

Richard Lee Otto

TUE - Mar 5, 1935 - SAT - Jul 14, 2018

Richard “Dick” Lee Otto, age 83, of Delton, MI passed away Saturday, July 14, 2018 surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Bellevue, MI on March 5, 1935. After graduation, he proudly served in the United States Army’s 82nd Airborne Division from 1954 to 1956. Dick was a member of the American Legion for 34 years

Donald Keith Adams

WED - Aug 19, 1942 - FRI - Jul 6, 2018

Donald Keith Adams, 75, of Battle Creek, Michigan, passed away on Friday, July 6, 2018, at Rose Arbor Hospice. Don graduated from Lakeview High School in 1960. He joined the United States Air Force in 1962 and served faithfully until 1966. He worked as a mail carrier for the Battle Creek Post Office for over 40 years until his retirement in 2006.

James A. Deal "Jim"

SAT - Apr 30, 1932 - TUE - Jun 12, 2018

James A. Deal (Jim), 86, of Albion, passed away Tuesday, June 12, 2018, at Glenn Arbor Hospice Residence of Battle Creek, Michigan. He was born April 30, 1932, to Owen E. and F. Lucille (Parks) Deal in Hartford, Michigan. Jim was a member of American Legion Post #55 of Albion.

Clifford "Lee" Hoffman

SAT - Apr 5, 1947 - TUE - May 8, 2018

Clifford "Lee" Hoffman, age 71, a lifelong master mechanic, from Augusta, MI, died suddenly on Tuesday morning, May 8, 2018.

Betty June Keubke "Bootsie"

SUN - Mar 20, 1927 - SAT - Dec 9, 2017

Keubke, Betty June (Sprague) "Bootsie" Kalamazoo, MI formerly of Gull Lake (Richland), MI Betty, age 90, died Saturday evening, December 9, 2017 at Bickford Cottage, Kalamazoo, MI.

Ronald D. Miles

FRI - Feb 22, 1924 - MON - Apr 30, 2018

Ronald D. Miles, 84, of Battle Creek MI, departed this life on Monday, April 30, 2018.

Keith William "Pete" Miller

FRI - Jan 23, 1942 - TUE - Apr 10, 2018

Keith "Pete" William Miller, 76, of Battle Creek, Michigan, died on Tuesday, April 10, 2018 at Bronson Battle Creek. He was a member of the First Church of the Nazarene and former Commander for The Sons of the American Legion ~ Detachment #298.

Russell E. McLogan

MON - May 10, 1926 - WED - Feb 21, 2018

Russell E. McLogan went home to be with the Lord on February 21, 2018. He was born May 10, 1926 in Detroit, Michigan, the son of Wendell G. and Mary Louise (Blum) McLogan. He was drafted out of college and served in the U.S. Army during World War II as a Rifleman/Replacement in the 6thInfantry Division in the Liberation of the Philippines and the Post-War American/Russian Occupation of Korea. He was awarded seven medals including the Bronze Star and Purple Heart medals and the Combat Infantryman’s Badge.He was a Life Member of the Disabled American Veterans, Hillsdale 68, where he served two years as commander. He was also a Life member of The Military Order of the Purple Heart and the Combat Infantryman’s Association.More recently, he served in the Honor Guard of the Leighr Wright Post 53, American Legion, marching in parades and serving in the Patriotic Ceremony at Veteran’s funerals.

Ronald E. Burdett

WED - Mar 17, 1948 - MON - Feb 12, 2018

Member of Capt. Oscar Brady American Legion Post #298
Veteran of the U.S. Navy

Benton Halder

THU - Feb 26, 1953 - TUE - Feb 13, 2018

Member of Capt. Oscar Brady American Legion Post #298
Benton was a former U.S. Marine and will be honored at Ft. Custer

George Joseph Keubke

WED - Aug 2, 1922 - WED - Jan 31, 2018

Keubke, George Joseph 8/2/1922 - 1/31/2018 Portage, MI and formerly of Gull Lake (Richland), MI George, age 95, died Wednesday morning, January 31, 2018 at Bickford Cottage, Portage, MI. He served his Country honorably and nobly in both World War II and the Korean War as a Staff Sergeant in the United States Army.

Arthur Bonfiglio

FRI - Dec 5, 1924 - SAT - Dec 2, 2017

Arthur Bonfiglio, age 92, went to be with his Lord Saturday, December 2, 2017 surrounded by his loving family. He was a three year Navy Veteran of WWII and served in the Pacific Theater.

James Frank "Jim" LewAllen

TUE - Jul 12, 1927 - TUE - Nov 7, 2017

James Frank "Jim" LewAllen, age 90, of Battle Creek went to be with his Lord & Savior on Tuesday evening, November 7, 2017. He was a member of the Sons of the American Legion Squadron #298, the PNA No. 2416, and the Eagles Aerie #299.

Robert Joseph Madeira

WED - Sep 6, 1922 - SAT - Nov 4, 2017

Robert Joseph Madeira of Battle Creek - Age 95, died Saturday, November 4, 2017, at the Heritage Assisted Living Home in Battle Creek. Bob entered the army reserves before completing high school. He was soon activated, and spent most of WWII as an Infantry Unit Commander and rose to the rank of 2 Lieutenant.

Johnny Edmonds

TUE - Dec 18, 1934 - TUE - Sep 19, 2017

Johnny Edmonds, 82, of Ceresco, passed away on Tuesday, September 19, 2017 at Rose Arbor Hospice in Kalamazoo. Johnny served in the United States Marine Corps from 1954 to 1957. He was a member of American Legion Post 298, Polish National Alliance and Eagle’s Aerie #299.

Thomas W. Couey Jr.

SAT - Jun 17, 1950 - SAT - Sep 16, 2017

Thomas W. Couey, Jr., age 67, of Battle Creek, passed away Saturday, September 16, 2017 at Bronson Battle Creek. Tom served as an electronics systems specialist in the U.S. Air Force during the Vietnam War. He was a member of the American Legion Post #298

Larry Hayden

MON - May 25, 1942 - SAT - Sep 9, 2017

Larry R. Hayden Passed away Saturday, September 9, 2017 at the age of 75. Larry retired from the U.S. Navy where he served from February of 1963 until his retirement in July of 1985, serving 22 years. Larry was proud to have been an active member of the Boy Scouts of America where he was awarded the Silver Beaver Award, its highest honor. He was a member of the Wednesday Honor Guard at Ft. Custer

William Champion

WED - Oct 31, 1934 - SUN - Aug 6, 2017

William was born on October 31, 1934 and passed away on Sunday, August 6, 2017.

William was a resident of Farmington Hills, Michigan at the time of passing.

Robert Lewis Gray

THU - May 29, 1930 - THU - Jul 27, 2017

Robert Lewis Gray, Sr. 87, of Battle Creek died peacefully at home, with his family at his side, on Thursday, July 27, 2017. Bob served his country honorably from 1949 until 1952 in the U.S Air Force with the Selfridge Air Force Base Air Police. Bob was a member of St. Jerome Catholic Church, American Legion #298, B.P.O.E, and Fraternal Order of the Eagles #299.