Donald Franklin Ryman
Jun 8, 2025
Please join us for a gathering in memory of Donald F. Ryman, Saturday, November 15, 2025. Please drop by between 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm at Lehman's Farmhouse, 204 Redbud Trail North, Buchanan. Please feel free to share this invitation. Emily, Ann, and Mary
Don Ryman, 97, of Buchanan, Michigan, died Sunday, June 8, 2025.
He was born April 1, 1928, in...
Jami Jo Griffee
Nov 1, 2025
Jami Jo Griffee, 82, of Niles, died peacefully November 1, 2025, in the comfort of his family’s presence.
His life began August 15, 1943, in Niles, Michigan the youngest of four children born to Jay and Mildred Griffee. He married the love of his life, Leslie Putz in St. Mary Catholic Church April 20, 1968, she later passed in 2009. Joe...
Daniel Lee Walter
Oct 29, 2025
Daniel Lee “Dan” Walter, 68, of Buchanan, died peacefully Wednesday, October 29, 2025 in the comfort of his family’s presence. His life began October 28, 1957 in South Bend, Indiana one of two children born to Sharon and Minnie Walter.
Dan embraced the love of his family. His children and grandchildren were absolutely the center of his world; his devotion to...
Richard Keith Eichler
Oct 28, 2025
Richard Keith Eichler, age 65 of Edwardsburg, Michigan, passed away Monday, October 27, 2025. His life began March 16, 1960, in Niles, Michigan, the youngest of four children born to William and Donna (Wilson) Eichler.
Rick attended Buchanan High School and graduated with the class of 1978. During his senior year, he managed the varsity basketball team which went on to...
Ernest Ellsworth Everman
Oct 17, 2025
Ernest Everman, 91, of Niles, died peacefully October 17, 2025 in the comfort of his family’s presence.
His life began July 21, 1934 in Niles, born to Otto and Helen Everman. Ernie was a hard -working man. He worked for Berrien County Road Commission for forty- seven years. Ernie was a stubborn and impatient man who loved to tinker. He could...
Calvin Edward Cheesbrough
Oct 13, 2025
Calvin Edward Cheesbrough, 91, of Niles Michigan, died peacefully at home in his favorite chair,with his pipe, goldfish crackers and a good book beside him on October 13, 2025. His life began August 8, 1934 in Watseka Illinois, the first of three children born to Lucille and Joseph Cheesbrough.
Even though Cal spent his career in the financial world, he had...
Rev. Scott B. Smith
Oct 9, 2025
Rev. Scott Brian Smith, age 61 years of Niles, Michigan; son, father, brother, bluegrass musician, chef, and current pastor of the Portage Prairie United Methodist Church in Bertrand Township, Michigan, died peacefully on Thursday, October 9, 2025 at home in the church parsonage, unexpectedly, but of natural causes.
He was born on March 31. 1964 in South Bend, Indiana to Max...
Anna Goodman
Oct 9, 2025
Anna Marie Goodman, 46, of Niles, died peacefully October 9, 2025 in the comfort of home. Her life began March 21, 1979 in Niles.
Anna grew up in Galien. She was known as a friendly and happy go lucky person. She would always have a smile and talk to anyone, even when she wasn’t feeling well. Anna loved babies and animals,...
Howard J. Smuda
Sep 23, 2025
Howard J. Smuda, 89, of Niles, died peacefully Tuesday, September 23, 2025 in the comfort of his family’s presence.
His life began December 23, 1935 in Chicago, Illinois the youngest of four children born to Leo and Emily Smuda. He married Joyce Hiler April 4, 1959 in Lake County, Indiana.
Howard cherished his family and was a devoted husband for sixty-seven years....
Ola Marie Hayse
Sep 19, 2025
With peace and love in our hearts, we celebrate the life of Ola Marie Hayse, who passed away on September 19, 2025, after a long and courageous battle with Alzheimer’s disease. She was 80 years old.
Ola was the youngest of six children born on July 10, 1945, in Yazoo City, Mississippi to the late Benard and Velmarie Fouche. Also preceding...
Julianna K. Brown
Sep 18, 2025
Julianna K. Brown, 74, of Niles, died Thursday, September 18, 2025.
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.
Mariam Arlene Taylor
Sep 14, 2025
Mariam Arlene Taylor, 93, of Edwardsburg, died peacefully at home, Sunday, September 14, 2025 in the comfort of her family’s presence. Her life began June 26, 1932 in Edwardsburg born to James and Mary Clemens.
Arlene was well known for her cooking and baking. Her chocolate eclairs and oatmeal cookies were a family favorite. Hosting holiday celebrations and preparing feasts were...
David John Crespo
Sep 10, 2025
David John “Diggity” Crespo, Jr., 45, of Niles, died Wednesday, September 10, 2025.
His life began April 1, 1980 in Niles, Michigan the oldest of three children born to David Sr. and Tracy Crespo.
David John attended East Side Elementary and Ring Lardner, where he made many life long friends. He was a creative, kind soul. He had a passion for music;...
Jane Louise Lesniak
Sep 8, 2025
Jane Louise Lesniak, age 77 years of Niles, Michigan; mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, trader of antiques, gardener, and devout follower of Jesus died peacefully at 2:26 p.m. on Monday, September 8, 2025 with her family at her side at the Hanson Hospice Center in Stevensville, Michigan following a long battle against pancreatic cancer. Her family is grateful for the kind...
Janyce Eileen Gano
Sep 5, 2025
Janyce E. Gano, 99, of Niles, died peacefully Friday, September 5, 2025.
Her life began October 30, 1925 in St. Joseph, Michigan. She and her twin brother, Jerry Smith, were born to Earle and Lucille (Franz) Smith. Janyce married Robert Dean Gano June 14, 1945 in Niles, Michigan.
Janyce spent most of her life in Niles and was a graduate of Niles...
Rickie Nelson Gunn
Aug 25, 2025
Rickie Nelson Gunn, 66, of Niles, died unexpectedly Monday, August 25, 2025. His life began February 28, 1959, in Kilmichael, Mississippi.
Rickie graduated from Brandywine High School in 1977. He was a member of New Vision Apostolic Church and worked for Tree Play. Rickie was truly a “Mommas boy”. He took every effort to bring her gifts and make her happy....
Verty Fern Konkey
Aug 17, 2025
Verty Fern Konkey, 90, of Niles, died peacefully Sunday, August 17, 2025, in the comfort of her family's presence.
Her life began May 27, 1935, in Swifton, Arkansas, the youngest of ten children born to Jeff and Theresa Satterfield. She married David Konkey in Niles on February 20, 1956.
Verty "Fern" enjoyed being outdoors, especially with her garden and tending to her...
Sondra Kay Bell
Aug 11, 2025
Sondra Kay Bell, 63, of Niles, died peacefully Monday, August 11, 2025, in the comfort of her family's presence.
Her life began October 25, 1961, in Hayti, Missouri, the third of seven born to Sammie and Dora Anglin.
Sondra was a quiet and reserved woman who loved her family. She cherished the time she spent with her grandkids. Sondra was an animal...
John Robert Stockwell
Jul 23, 2025
Sir John Robert Stockwell, 81, of Niles, died peacefully Wednesday, July 23, 2025, in the comfort of his family’s presence.
His life began November 20, 1943, in Paw Paw, Michigan, the first of two children born to M.H. and Betty Stockwell. He married Diana Trieber June 21, 1969, in Niles, Michigan. After more than fifty-five years of marriage, she preceded him...
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