Marty W. Liggett
Feb 6, 2026
Marty Wayne Liggett, 85, of Niles, died peacefully Friday, February 6, 2026.
His life began March 4, 1940 in South Bend, Indiana the child of Cecil and Marjorie Liggett. He married Diane Fougerousse March 12, 1960 in the First Presbyterian Church in Niles.
Marty’s claim to fame was that he lost to Milt Pappas one to nothing despite throwing a no hitter....
William C. Poznanski
Feb 5, 2026
William C. Poznanski, age 81, was born April 7, 1944, in South Bend, Indiana, and passed away peacefully on February 5, 2026, surrounded by family and love.
He is survived by his three sons, Eric (Krissi) Poznanski of Granger, Indiana, William T. (Roberta) Poznanski of Portage, Indiana, and Daniel (Christine) Poznanski of Opelika, Alabama; seven grandchildren, Sophia (Brandon) Oliver, Derek Needs-Poznanski,...
Thomas Lee Tyler
Jan 8, 2026
Thomas Tyler, 92, of Granger, Indiana, died peacefully on Thursday, January 8, 2026, in the comfort of his family’s presence. He was cherished not only for his remarkable achievements, but mostly for the warmth, wisdom, and generosity he shared with family, friends, and his community.
His life began January 31, 1933 in Illinois, the second of three sons born to Robert...
Kenneth Richard Reed
Feb 19, 2026
Kenneth Richard Reed 76, of Niles, died Thursday, February 19, 2026.
His life began September 9, 1949, in Niles Michigan, one of six children born to George and Donna Reed.
Kenneth proudly served in the United States Navy from 1967 to 1973. He was a hard worker and proud Navy sailor. He was stubborn, creative, smart, and passionate. He enjoyed woodworking; making...
Deborah Jeanne Bookout
Feb 15, 2026
Deborah Jeanne Bookout, 61, of Niles, died Sunday, February 15, 2026. Her life began February 10, 1965 in Findlay Ohio, one of two children born to Mel and Lesley Bookout.
Debbie graduated from Niles High School in 1983. Following high-school she moved to New York and worked in retail management. She later moved back to Niles, working in the insurance industry....
Lou Ann DeVall
Feb 6, 2026
Lou Ann (Hart) DeVall passed away on February 6, 2026, surrounded by family at home.
Lou Ann was born on December 7, 1939, the youngest of five children born to Dr. Russell Hart and Frances Hart. She is survived by her brother Wayne Hart and sister-in-law Jean Anne Hart, her sister-in-law Marie Miller, and her late husband’s twin sister, Carol (Charlie)...
Lazell Davis
Feb 4, 2026
Lazell Gordon Davis, 92, of Niles, Michigan, brother, husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 4, 2026, surrounded by his beloved family at the Ernestine M. Raclin House Center for Hospice Care in Mishawaka, Indiana.
He was born October 23, 1933, in New Troy, Michigan, to Lloyd and Marion H. (Guess) Davis. He moved to Niles as...
Terry Lee Severinghaus
Jan 28, 2026
Terry Lee Severinghaus, 79, of Hersey, MI passed away Wednesday, January 28, 2026 in Niles, Mchigan after a 2-year battle with leukemia surrounded by his family. Terry was born on July 27, 1946, in South Haven, Michigan to Gerald and Bertha (Bird) Severinghaus.
Terry was a beloved father, grandfather, brother and everyone who knew him considered him a friend. He cherished...
Danny Carpenter
Jan 27, 2026
Danny Carpenter, 74, of Niles, died peacefully January 27, 2026 in the comfort of his family’s presence.
His life began February 20, 1951 in Mishawaka, Indiana. Danny was the youngest of sixteen children born to Orville and Agnes Carpenter. He married Sandra Ullmer on December 16, 1968.
Danny was a natural born artist. He enjoyed woodworking, painting and drawing. Danny and Sandy...
Pastor Ed Villalba
Jan 19, 2026
Pastor Edward Villalba, age 84, formerly of Niles, Michigan and Granger, Indiana, most recently resided in Kingsley, MI. Ed, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, pastor to pastors, counselor, woodworker, and Michigan fan, died peacefully in his home on Monday, January 19th, with his family around him after an extended battle with cancer. His family is grateful for the kind...
Dawn Lintz
Jan 13, 2026
Dawn Lintz, 68, of Niles, died peacefully January 13, 2026 in the comfort of her family’s presence. Her life began February 17, 1957 in South Bend, the youngest of four born to Donald and Mildred Ward.
Dawn was a strong- woman, who loved, and was devoted to her family. She enjoyed watching racing, especially her son and husband. Dawn took every...
Carol Ann Engdahl
Jan 12, 2026
Carol Ann Engdahl, 93, of Niles, died January 12, 2026 in her home. Her life began, January 17, 1932 in Niles, Michigan the third of nine born to Lewis and Bessie Webber.
Carol graduated in 1950 from Dowagiac High School. She married the love of her life, Ernest “Bud” Engdahl, November 29, 1952. After getting married, she worked for Simplicity Patterns...
Joyce Louise Whalen
Jan 10, 2026
Joyce Louise Whalen, 94, of Bradenton, Florida died Saturday, January 10, 2026.
Her life began January 4, 1932 in Richmond, Indiana the second of four children born to Frank and Christine Lang. She married Donald Whalen in May 17, 1952 in Richmond, Indiana. After forty-four year of marriage, he preceded her in death in April of 1997.
Throughout her life, Joyce worked...
Robert Wolgemuth
Jan 10, 2026
Robert David Wolgemuth, age 77, left his earthly body and entered into the presence of Christ on January 10, 2026, following a brief but intense battle with complications from pneumonia.
Born February 28, 1948, in Waynesboro, Pennsylvania, to Samuel and Grace Wolgemuth, Robert grew up in a vibrant Christian home and came to faith at his mother’s knee as a young...
Barbara A. Parks
Jan 2, 2026
Barbara Ann Parks, age 79 years of Niles, Michigan; mother, grandmother, aunt, bingo fan, vocalist, and volunteer to veterans died peacefully Friday morning, January 2, 2026 at Tanglewood Trace in Mishawaka, Indiana following an extended illness.
She was born on June 8, 1946 in Niles to Robert L. and Helen A. (Collins) Stephens, and was graduated from Niles High School with...
Janice A. Thompson
Dec 21, 2025
Janice Ann Thompson (née Rothrock), age 75, passed away peacefully on December 21, 2025, in Dowagiac, Michigan.
Born on April 6, 1950, in South Bend, Indiana, Janice was the daughter of Imogene and Marion “Rocky” Rothrock. She graduated from Brandywine High School in 1968 and went on to earn an Associate’s Degree from Southwestern Michigan College. Her life was rooted in...
Floyd Earl Elrod
Dec 20, 2025
Floyd Earl Elrod, 86, of Niles, died peacefully Saturday, December 20, 2025.
His life began August 8, 1939 in Manchester, Tennessee, one of ten children born to Emmett and Alice Elrod. He married SherryAnn Olson in the ‘60’s in Niles.
Floyd loved fishing, gardening, woodworking. He enjoyed eating, especially homemade tacos at his place.
Floyd will be greatly missed by family and friends....
Rita Marlene Turner
Dec 20, 2025
Rita Marlene Turner peacefully entered the gates of Heaven and was reunited with her beloved husband, Jack, on Saturday, December 20, 2025, at her home, surrounded by family at her side. Rita was the sweetest soul, always doing her best to be a devoted and supportive wife, a caring and loving mother, and a funny and encouraging grandmother. She lived...
Freddie Paul Bailey, Sr.
Dec 18, 2025
Freddie Paul Bailey Sr., 87, of Niles, died peacefully Thursday, December 18, 2025. His life began May 17, 1938 in Sonfield, Illinois.
The family will observe a private remembrance.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Halbritter Wickens Funeral Services, Niles. Please share a memory or a message online: halbritterwickens.com.
Wayne H. Maxwell
Dec 12, 2025
Wayne H. Maxwell, 67, of Niles, died peacefully Friday, December 12, 2025 in the comfort of his family’s presence.
His life began April 10, 1958 in South Bend, Indiana the youngest of two children born to Harold and Joan Maxwell. He married Kelly R. Liggett April 12, 1980 in First Presbyterian Church of Niles.
Wayne was a proud member of the...
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