Obituary Listing

Feb 28, 2026

James Robert Butz, age 94, of Three Rivers, passed away peacefully on February 28, 2026, at The Orchards of Three Rivers.

He was born on February 27, 1932, in Appenzell, PA, the son of James and Elizabeth (Easton) Butz. On February 17, 1955, he married the love of his life, Doris J. VanTeglen, in Lyndhurst, NJ. Together they built a life...

Feb 19, 2026

James Charles Mais, age 43, of Marcellus, Michigan, passed away at his home on February 19, 2026, following an unexpected diagnosis of stage 4 colon cancer.

James was born on August 16, 1982, in Bloomington, Indiana, to Dale and Ellen (Barrell) Mais. At the age of one, his family moved to South Carolina for his father’s work. It was there, along...

Feb 12, 2026

Robert Peter Meindertsma, born February 14, 1935 age 90 went to be with his Lord, Wednesday, February 12, 2026. 

He was preceded in death by his loving wife Jeanne Marie Meindertsma whom he was married to for 57 years; his parents John and Catherine Meindertsma; siblings Larry (Audrey) Meindertsma, Richard (Phyllis) Meindertsma; grandson Owen Senior; sister-in-law Linda Deising; and nephew Raymond...

Jan 28, 2026

Robert “Bob” Joseph Wolfe, age 65, of Three Rivers, Michigan, passed away peacefully at his home on January 28, 2026.Bob was born on August 8, 1960, in Rushville, Indiana, a son of George Robert Wolfe and Carole (Hemenway) Wolfe. He spent his toddler years in Rushville before moving to Three Rivers, Michigan, where he would make his lifelong home.Bob was...

Jan 14, 2026

Samuel “PJ” Earl Brumfield, Jr., age 41, of Three Rivers, Michigan, passed away on January 14, 2026, at The Orchards in Three Rivers.

PJ was born on September 6, 1984, in Niles, Michigan, the son of Samuel Earl Brumfield, Sr. and Darinda (Reese Tolbert) Brumfield. He spent his early childhood in Cass County before moving to South Bend, Indiana. Later, he...

Jan 13, 2026

Elwin “Bud” Lynn Haigh, age 81, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on January 13, 2026, at his home in Three Rivers, Michigan.

Bud was born on December 7, 1944, in Iowa City, Iowa, the son of Elwin John Haigh and Rhoda (Alley) Haigh. He was raised in Manchester, Iowa, before he moved to South West Michigan where he attended Vicksburg...

Jan 12, 2026

Sharon June Detwiler, age 86, passed away on January 12, 2026, at Three Rivers Health Hospital.

She was born on June 13, 1939, in Decatur, Michigan, the daughter of Chester "Chet" and Dorothy (Adams) Smith. In the late 1950s, Sharon married Stanley Detwiler.

Sharon devoted 47 years of service to the United States Postal Service,...

Jan 10, 2026

Carolyn Emma Breece, age 94, of Three Rivers, Michigan, passed away peacefully at Optalis Health and Rehabilitation in Three Rivers.

She was born on July 6, 1931, in Three Rivers, Michigan, the daughter of Olin Raymond and Elivo Heath (Clark) Reames. Carolyn was a lifelong resident of the Three Rivers area. In March of 1948, she married...

Dec 27, 2025

Phillip "Phil" Summerville, age 68, passed away peacefully at his home in Three Rivers, Michigan, on December 27, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.

Phil was born on December 28, 1956, in Kalamazoo, Michigan, the son of Darlene (Summerville) Lard. William M. Lard lovingly served as his father figure and played an important role in shaping the man Phil became. Phil...

Dec 23, 2025

John Robert Krull, age 96, passed away peacefully on December 23, 2025, concluding a long life marked by service, hard work, and devotion to family.

Born on May 29, 1929, a son to Raymond and Florence (Wenzel) Krull, Sr. John came of age during a time that shaped a generation defined by perseverance and duty. In 1951,...

Dec 18, 2025

Joseph Edward Kopinski, age 72, passed away peacefully at his home on December 18, 2025, in Three Rivers, Michigan. He was born on May 19, 1953, in South Bend, Indiana a son to Joseph and Gertrude (Witucki) Kopinski.

Joe spent his early years in South Bend before later moving to the St. Joseph County, MI. On July...

Dec 14, 2025

Sandra Kay Daugherty, age 71, of Three Rivers, Michigan, passed away peacefully at her home on December 14, 2025.

She was born on October 5, 1954, in Three Rivers, Michigan, the daughter of Donald Dean and Virginia Ann (Shrock) Bent. Sandra was a lifelong resident of the Three Rivers area and graduated from Three Rivers High School...

Dec 10, 2025

Dennis John Reames, age 69, of Three Rivers, Michigan, passed away peacefully on December 10, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. After an eleven–month battle with cancer, Dennis showed unwavering strength and courage.

Born on November 21, 1956, to Wardell "Bud" and Patricia "Pat" (Mayer) Reames in Three Rivers, Michigan, Dennis remained deeply rooted in the community...

Dec 10, 2025

Linda Louise Murray, age 74, passed away peacefully at her home in Portage, Michigan, on December 10, 2025.

Born on August 6, 1951, in Marcellus, Michigan, Linda was the beloved daughter of Lloyd and Florence (Bailey) Murray and the third of six children.

Linda graduated from Marcellus High School in 1969 and went on to...

Dec 9, 2025

Charles "Chuck" Elmer Chrisman, age 91, of Three Rivers, MI, passed away peacefully at his home on December 9, 2025. Born on May 8, 1934, in Three Rivers, Chuck was the son of Elmer and Ruth (Eash) Chrisman. He grew up in the community he loved, graduating with the Three Rivers High School Class of 1954.

Shortly...

Dec 8, 2025

Crystal Nicole Studabaker, age 42, of Colon, Michigan, passed away peacefully on December 8, 2025, at Beacon Hospital in Kalamazoo.

Crystal was born in January 1983 in Shelby, Ohio, the beloved daughter of Perry and Donna Joe (Brown) Smith. She married the love of her life and perfect match, Lawrence "Larry" Studabaker, on September 30, 2023, in...

Dec 6, 2025

Nancy Lee Pankey, age 92, of Three Rivers, Michigan, passed away peacefully on December 6, 2025, at Birch Meadows Senior Care. She was born on September 18, 1933, in Pontiac, Michigan, the daughter of LeRoy and Edith (Wood) Krugjohann.

Nancy spent 50 years in Pontiac, where she dedicated much of her life to her work and raising...

Dec 3, 2025

Robert "Bob" Lee Crandell was born in Pontiac, Michigan, on March 17, 1938, and passed away on December 3, 2025 at the age of 87.

Bob spent his youth in Fremont, Michigan. A three-season varsity athlete at Fremont High School, he remained an avid sports fan throughout his life and a loyal, life-long friend to his special...

Nov 24, 2025

Jack Dean Eldridge, Jr., age 59, of Sturgis, Michigan, passed away on November 24, 2025, at Three Rivers Health Hospital. He was born October 19, 1966, in Michigan City, Indiana, the son of Jack and Ruby (Thomas) Eldridge, Sr.

Jack spent his early years in Michigan City and graduated from Michigan City Rogers High School with the...

Nov 23, 2025

Our precious daughter, Aiyanna Larie Lamere, was born sleeping on November 23, 2025, at Three Rivers Health Hospital. Though her time on earth was far too brief, she filled our hearts with a love deeper than words can express.

Aiyanna was the beloved daughter of Misae Cole and Derek Lamere. Her name, meaning Eternal Blossom in Native...