Obituaries
Betti Jo Loveland
Jan 17, 2025
Betti Jo Loveland, 81, of Decatur, passed away peacefully Friday, January 17, 2025, at Blueberry Hill Assisted Living in Lawton.
She was born August 4, 1943, in Bay City, Michigan, the daughter of Stafford and June (Getty) Hambly.
Betti Jo was a longtime Decatur resident and enjoyed being an active member of her community. She was a lifetime member of the Decatur...
James "Jim" Owen Steele
Jan 18, 2025
In Loving Memory of James Owen Steele
Beloved Husband, Father, “Papa,” Son, Brother, Friend, Companion, and Citizen of Humanity
It is with deep and abiding sorrow that we announce the passing of James Owen Steele-known lovingly as Jim-a man whose life was defined by integrity, kindness, and unwavering devotion to those he loved. Jim departed this life too soon, leaving behind the...
Marilyn Benzie
May 8, 2025
Marilyn Jean Benzie, 88, of Paw Paw, passed away peacefully Thursday, May 8, 2025, at her home. She was born March 26, 1937, in Port Huron, Michigan, the daughter of Clarence C. Smith and Ella Pearl (McLean) Smith.
Marilyn loved going out to eat and socializing, while enjoying her cups of coffee. Trips to the casino were her highlight. In earlier...
Christopher Todd Kniss
May 7, 2025
Christopher Todd Kniss, 56, of Bangor, passed away suddenly on Wednesday, May 7, 2025, at Bronson Lakeview Hospital in Paw Paw.
He was born June 22, 1968, in Paw Paw, Michigan, the son of John Kniss and Bonnie Lee (Baker) Kniss.
Chris was a graduate of Paw Paw High School Class of 1986. After high school, he went on to earn his...
Julia May Miller
May 5, 2025
Julia May Miller, 101, of Paw Paw, passed away Monday, May 5, 2025, at her home in Paw Paw.
She was born May 1, 1924, in Kalamazoo, Michigan, the daughter of Paul T Graham and Hazel G. (Tiffany) Graham.
Julia lived a long and fulfilling life. She was one of sixteen children and quit school at age 13 to help raise her...
Mary Christine Mihelich
May 2, 2025
Mary Christine Mihelich, 94, of Paw Paw, MI passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by family and friends on Friday, May 2, 2025.
She was born December 24, 1930, in Stiavnik, Slovakia, the daughter of Andrew and Kristina (Trulik) Rezak.
Mary will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.
She is survived by her daughters, Pamela (David J.) Blowers...
John Arthur Reist
Apr 29, 2025
John Arthur Reist, 84, of Dowagiac, passed away surrounded by his family on Tuesday April 29, 2025, at Corewell Health Hospital in Saint Joseph, MI.
He was born February 23, 1941, in Dowagiac, Michigan, the son of Donald Reist and Jennie (Heskett) Reist.
John graduated from Decatur High School with the class of 1959. After high school, he proudly served his country...
Lawrence Edward Cornish
Apr 26, 2025
Lawrence Edward Cornish passed away peacefully at home in Seven Valleys, Pennsylvania, on April 26, 2025, at the age of 85.
Born on June 26, 1939, in Kalamazoo, Michigan, to Elwyn and Lena Cornish, Lawrence grew up on the family farm in Lawton, Michigan, with a strong sense of wanderlust. A three-sport athlete at Lawton High School, Lawrence graduated from Michigan...
Archie Dennis Davies
Apr 26, 2025
Archie Dennis Davies, 82, of Paw Paw, passed away peacefully with his wife by his side on Saturday April 26, 2025, at his home in Paw Paw. He was born November 1, 1942, in Warren, Michigan, the son of Archibald Davies and Emma Caroline (Werth) Davies. He was the youngest of seven children.
He graduated from Warren South High School and...
Stephen James Erickson
Apr 25, 2025
Stephen James Erickson, 55, of Kalamazoo, passed away suddenly on Friday April 25, 2025, at Bronson Battle Creek Hospital in Battle Creek.
He was born May 6, 1969, in St. Joseph, Michigan, the son of Eric Erickson and Carole (Moore) Erickson.
Steve proudly served his country in the United States Army and went on to work at the Battle Creek VA office...
Michael Fisk Hartman
Apr 22, 2025
Michael Fisk Hartman passed away peacefully on April 22, 2025, at the age of 85. Born in Paw Paw, Michigan on December 11, 1939; the beloved son of Manley C. “Mike” and Almeda C. (Fisk) Hartman.
Much of Michael’s early childhood was spent away from his father, Mike, who was stationed on a ship during WWII. As he grew, Michael had...
Sarah Lee Ann Miller
Apr 20, 2025
Sarah Lee Ann Miller, 81, of Lawton, passed away peacefully on Sunday April 20, 2025, at her home in Lawton.
She was born April 10, 1944, in Havre, Montana, the daughter of John Stephens and Cly (Frances) Stephens.
She bravely served her country in the United States Army. Sarah loved to sew and created and fixed many pieces throughout the years. She...
Jorge Luis Hernandez
Apr 19, 2025
Jorge Luis Hernandez, 49, of Paw Paw, passed away suddenly on Saturday April 19, 2025, at Bronson LakeView Hospital in Paw Paw.
He was born June 13, 1975, in Kalamazoo, Michigan, the son of Ofelia Murillo.
Jorge was an avid Pittsburgh Steelers fan and tuned in to almost every game to cheer them on. He liked to golf when he was able...
Michael Sean Kerns
Apr 14, 2025
Michael Sean Kerns, 52, passed away peacefully at his home on April 14, 2025. Mike was born on February 8, 1973, in East Grand Rapids, MI the son of Gerald and Diane (Nimtz) Kerns.
Mike is a proud graduate of Paw Paw High School and Davenport University. His career was on the railroad, and he dedicated many years to Michigan Southern...
Thomas Gale Staggs
Apr 12, 2025
Thomas Gale Staggs "Papa", 88, of Paw Paw, passed away Saturday, April 12, 2025, at Rose Arbor Hospice in Kalamazoo.
He was born December 2, 1936, in Bridgeport, Michigan, the son of Waldo Staggs and Florence L. (Hunter) Staggs.
Tom was united in marriage to Donna Lynne Cook on April 6, 1953, in Indiana. He was a lifelong member of the Paw...
George Edward Fadel
Apr 10, 2025
George Edward Fadel III, 89, of Paw Paw, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Thursday, April 10, 2025, at his home in Paw Paw.
He was born December 27, 1935, in Chicago, Illinois, the son of George Edward Fadel Jr. and Adeline Ann (Jansen) Fadel.
George was a police officer for the Village of Paw Paw for 30 years and spent...
Merritt "Sam" Raymond
Apr 8, 2025
Merritt J. Raymond Jr., "Sam" 65, of Paw Paw, passed away peacefully Tuesday April 8, 2025, at his home in Paw Paw after a bravely fought battle against cancer.
He was born January 26, 1960, in Paw Paw, Michigan, the son of Merritt J. Raymond Sr.and Betty (Moon) Raymond.
Sam was a man full of strength, positivity, honesty, intelligence and humorous personality....
David James Vinci
Apr 6, 2025
David James Vinci, 73, of Mattawan, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Sunday, April 6, 2025, at his home.
He was born December 9, 1951, in West Chester, Pennsylvania, the son of Dominick J. Vinci and Betty Jean (Leeper) Vinci. He graduated from Upper Darby (Pennsylvania) High School in 1969. He attended Pennsylvania State University at both Altoona and State...
Paul Frederick Staniszewski
Apr 6, 2025
Paul Frederick Staniszewski, 77, of Paw Paw, passed away on April 6, 2025, surrounded by his family and friends. He was born on February 13, 1948, to the late John and Eleanor Staniszewski in Lawrence, Michigan. Paul spent many years managing Shangri-La Resort on Three Mile Lake and served as the Head of Maintenance at Paw Paw Public Schools for...
Andrew Martin Chopp
Apr 3, 2025
Andrew Martin Chopp, Sr. 96, of Kalamazoo, passed away peacefully on April 3, 2025, at his home.
He was born on November 11, 1928, in Kalamazoo. He was part of the first generation born in the United States to Fred and Mary Chopp of Croatia.
Andy was born in the height of the depression. As a young boy, he picked apples and...
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