Jerry Lee VanDenBerg
Sep 26, 2024
Jerry Lee VanDenBerg, 81, of Niles, died peacefully Thursday, September 26, 2024, in the comfort of his family’s presence.
His life began April 23, 1943, in Byron Center, Michigan, one of four children born to John Sr. and Henrietta VanDenBerg. He married Marty Hostetler July 24, 1999 in Niles, Michigan.
Jerry was a musician, played marimba, drums, and vibraphone. He enjoyed playing...
Betty Jane Snouwaert
Sep 16, 2024
Betty J. Snouwaert age 93, of Niles passed away at her home on September 16, 2024
She was born on September 24,1930 in Sugarbush Wisconsin; the daughter of Jacob and Helen Leick.
Betty was known to be both strong and caring. Her faith was important to her, and she would regularly be in church early. Betty, along with her husband, would plan...
Hector "Jim" Armando Rocha
Sep 13, 2024
Hector Armando “Jim” Rocha, 90, of Wilder, Tennessee, died September 13, 2024. His life began July 23, 1934, in Rio Grande, Texas, one of four born to Jose and Tina (Perez)Rocha.
Jim served in the U.S. Navy during the Korean War and was very proud of his service. He enjoyed spending time with other veterans at the VFW hall. He also...
Sally Joann Flanders
Sep 13, 2024
Sally Flanders, 77, of Edwardsburg, Michigan passed away Friday, September 13, 2024, after a lengthy illness.
Her life began April 26, 1947, in Niles, Michigan born to Frank and Bertha (Bennett)Tharp. She married Thomas Flanders September 20, 1969. They celebrated forty-two years of marriage prior to his passing in April 2012.
Sally lived her entire life in Edwardsburg, Michigan. She was a...
Patricia Dorothea Gondeck
Sep 13, 2024
Patricia Dorothea Gondeck, of Niles, died peacefully Friday, September 13, 2024, She was born September 30, 1931, in Oak Park, Illinois, to Vernon and Dorothy (Hanley) Kamin and grew up in Maywood, Illinois, graduating from Proviso East High School in 1949.
As a gifted pianist, Patricia attended the American Conservatory of Music, in Chicago, Illinois, where she met her future husband,...
George Warren Kirkendall
Sep 5, 2024
George Warren Kirkendall, 89, of Niles, died peacefully Thursday, September 5, 2024, in the comfort of his family’s presence.
His life began November 27, 1934, in Niles, Michigan born to Donivan and Lucille Kirkendall. He married Joyce Miller November 12, 1985, in South Bend, Indiana.
George cherished the outdoors. He loved to fish and hunt and taught his sons as well. He...
Timothy G. Pedzinski
Sep 3, 2024
Timothy Glenn Pedzinski, 64, of Niles, died peacefully Tuesday, September 3, 2024 at Riveridge Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center in the comfort of his wife’s presence.
His life began June 5, 1960 in Michigan City, Indiana, born to Norman and Ruth Pedzinski. He married Marcia K. Brown June 14, 1980, in Indianapolis, IN.
Tim owned and operated John’s Glass for over twenty years,...
Dorthy Odell Depriest
Sep 2, 2024
Dorthy Odell Depriest, age 92 years, formerly of Niles, Michigan; mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, gardener, cook, and shopper died peacefully at 3:00 a.m. on Monday, September 2, 2024 at the River Bluff Nursing Home in Rockford, Illinois following an extended illness.
She was born on July 23, 1932 in Thomasville, Tennessee to Elmo and Loula Mae (McWherther) Pope, and attended school...
Joseph French
Sep 1, 2024
Joseph Michael French, age 67 years of Buchanan, Michigan; husband, father, grandfather, brother, farmer, camper, and “Mr. Fix-It” died peacefully at 1:40 a.m. on Sunday, September 1, 2024 with his family gathered at his bedside in his home in rural Buchanan, Michigan following a battle against pancreatic cancer. His family is grateful for the kind and compassionate care of the...
Barbara Cornwell
Aug 24, 2024
Barbara June Cornwell, age 71 years of Niles, Michigan; mother, grandmother, sister, cook, Christian, and friend died peacefully at 7:00 p.m. on Saturday, August 24, 2024 at Riveridge Manor in Niles, following a brief illness. She was grateful for the kind and compassionate care of the staffs at Riveridge and Caring Circle Hospice.
She was born on June 25, 1953 in...
C. Faye Lary
Aug 20, 2024
Cloye Faye Lary, age 90 years of Niles, Michigan; mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, foster parent, cook, and musician, died peacefully at 7:53 p.m. on Tuesday, August 20, 2024 at Cass County Medical Care Facility near Cassopolis, Michigan, following an extended illness.
She was born on March 28, 1934 in Harrisburg, Arkansas to Sidney and Jewell (Craft) Hudgen, and was graduated from...
Frances "Jean" Reidenbach
Aug 19, 2024
Frances “Jean” Reidenbach, 90, of Niles, died peacefully with her family present, , Monday, August 19, 2024. She was born to John and Berniece Van Tuyl, in Niles on April 1, 1934. She graduated from Niles High School, class of 1952, and lived in Niles all her life.
Jean was an active member of St. Mary's Catholic Church as a Eucharistic...
Larry Barr
Aug 18, 2024
Larry Dean Barr, age 88 years of Niles, Michigan; father, grandfather, brother, fisherman, music collector, and Detroit Tigers fan died peacefully at 11:00 a.m. on Sunday, August 18, 2024 in West Woods of Niles following a brief illness. His family is grateful for the kind and compassionate care offered by the staff of West Woods and Caring Circle Hospice.
He was...
John Major Strader
Aug 16, 2024
John Major Strader, 61, of Watertown, South Dakota, formerly of Niles, passed away Friday, August 16, 2024.
His life began May 30, 1963, in West Covina, California, born to Troy Strader and Shirley See.
John loved his family, fishing, and working on cars. He enjoyed a good time, a good laugh, and had a wonderful sense of humor. He enjoyed getting his...
Willie Mae Velez
Aug 15, 2024
Mrs. Willie Mae (Allen) Velez, age 90, of Niles, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on August 15, 2024 at Birch Meadows of Three Rivers.
She was born on June 20, 1934 in Bradford, Arkansas; the daughter of the late Mr. James and Mrs. Fannie (Acklin) Allen.
On February 14, 1953, Willie Mae was united in marriage to the love of her...
Dagmar Stone
Aug 5, 2024
Dagmar Maria Stone, age 87 years of Buchanan, Michigan; mother, grandmother, cook, gardener, and proud German died peacefully at 4:19 p.m. on Monday, August 5, 2024 with her daughter at her side in West Woods of Niles following a brief illness.
She was born on November 21, 1936 in Mannheim, Germany to Karlheinz and Anastasia (Stecha) Schmitz, and was educated in...
James Charles Rice
Aug 4, 2024
James Charles Rice, 76, of Niles, died peacefully, Sunday, August 4, 2024.His life began July 19, 1948, in Sturgis Michigan, the first of four children born to Elmer and Elinor Rice. Jimmy loved to express himself. He was know to give big hugs and a pat on the head. Jimmy also carried family pictures with him at all times, showing...
Eugene J. Henderson
Aug 4, 2024
Eugene Judson "Gene" Henderson, devoted husband, father and devout Christian, passed away on Sunday, August 4, 2024, in Niles, Michigan, at the age of 95. Family and friends of Mr. Henderson will gather at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, August 13, 2024 at the Halbritter-Wickens Funeral Home, 615 East Main Street in Niles, followed by a procession to Mission Hills Cemetery,...
Edward Joseph Jasinski
Aug 2, 2024
Edward Joseph Jasinski, age 60 years old of Edwardsburg, Michigan; husband, brother, uncle, honorable veteran, music lover, and friend to all died peacefully at 4:34 a.m. on Friday, August 2, 2024 at the Ernest M. Raclin House – Center for Hospice Care in Mishawaka, Indiana following a brief illness.
He was born on July 4, 1964 in South Bend, Indiana to...
Penny L Dorogi
Aug 1, 2024
Penny L. Dorogi, woman of deep faith, departed from this life and entered her Heavenly life on August 1, 2024.
Penny was born on September 7, 1948 in Niles, MI to the union of Bill and Dorothy Zimmerman.
She attended Clay High School and graduated with the class of 1966 and then enrolled at Ferris State University. Soon after, she started a...
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