George Dennis Wilkins
Jun 3, 2026
George Dennis Wilkins, age 78, of Three Rivers, Michigan, passed away peacefully at his home on June 3, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.
He was born on October 16, 1947, in Three Rivers, Michigan, the son of Harry and Edna (Hackenberg) Wilkins. George graduated from Three Rivers High School.
George proudly served in the United States Army after high school during...
Christina Marie Gieber
May 31, 2026
Christina Marie Gieber, age 47, of Three Rivers, Michigan, passed away unexpectedly at her home on May 31, 2026.
She was born on May 21, 1979. Christina lived life with a generous heart and never met a stranger. She had a special way of making everyone feel welcome, treating friends and neighbors as though they were family. Her kindness, warmth, and...
Richard Allen Gandy
May 20, 2026
Richard Allen “Al” Gandy, age 86 of Three Rivers, Michigan, passed away on May 20, 2026 at Bronson Methodist Hospital in Kalamazoo, MI. He was born on April 10, 1940 in Chicago, IL the son of Theodore “Ted” and Olivia (Turner) Gandy.
Al spent his early years in Battle Creek and began his college career at Ashland College.
A proud patriot, Al...
Diane Spenner
May 20, 2026
Diane Spenner, age 84, of Elkhart, Indiana, passed away peacefully on May 20, 2026, at East Lake Nursing Home in Elkhart. She was born on July 28, 1941, in Blue Island, Illinois, a daughter of Thomas and Marie (Menzlar) Lusson.
Diane spent the majority of her life in Three Rivers, Michigan, where she built a life centered around faith, family, creativity,...
Fredrick Lavern Walters
May 18, 2026
Fredrick “Fred” Lavern Walters, age 94 of Constantine, Michigan, passed away peacefully at his home on May 18, 2026. He was born on November 6, 1931 in Jones, Michigan, the son of Elmer and Clara (Benckiser) Walters.
Following his graduation from high school, Fred proudly served his country in the United States Army during the Korean War. He served as a...
Ellen Marie Jones
May 17, 2026
Ellen Marie Jones, age 84, of Portage, Michigan, passed away peacefully on May 17, 2026, at Beta House in Portage. She was born on October 5, 1941, the daughter of James Leo and Marcella (Hessell) Cox.
In accordance with her wishes, a private family burial will take place at Prairie River Cemetery in Centreville, Michigan.
Ray Funeral Services, 305 Rock River Ave.,...
Chuck Hunt
May 16, 2026
Charles “Chuck” Edward Hunt, Jr., age 49 of Athens, Michigan, passed away on May 16, 2026 at Bronson Battle Creek Hospital. Through his selfless decision to be a tissue donor, Chuck gave the gift of hope and healing to others, continuing to make a difference even after his passing.
Chuck was born on April 30, 1977 in Bartow, Florida, the son...
Dale Mais
May 5, 2026
Dale Eugene Mais, 74, of Marcellus, Michigan, passed away on May 5, 2026, at Rose Arbor in Kalamazoo, Michigan.
He was born on March 24, 1952, in South Bend, Indiana, the son of Rollin and Violet (Pane) Mais.
Dale met the love of his life, Ellen Barrell, when they were just 16 years old at John Adams High School in South Bend....
Robert LeRoy Standard
Apr 22, 2026
Robert “Bob” LeRoy Standard, age 86, of Three Rivers, Michigan, passed away on April 22, 2026, at Beacon Hospital of Kalamazoo in Kalamazoo, Michigan.
Bob was born on October 2, 1939, in Woodhull Township, Michigan, the son of Marion and Vera (Johnston) Standard, Jr. He spent his early childhood in the Lansing area before moving to California in his teenage years,...
Raymond Payne
Apr 19, 2026
Raymond "Ray" Earl Payne, 46, of Osceola, Indiana, passed away at his home on April 19, 2026.
He was born on August 2, 1979, in Michigan City, Indiana, to August and Evelyn (Becker) Payne, Sr. Ray spent his early childhood in Three Oaks, Michigan, before moving to Tennessee, where he graduated from Bradley Central High School in Cleveland, Tennessee. He remained...
Celeste Noreen McWatters
Apr 12, 2026
Celeste Noreen McWatters passed away peacefully at her home on April 12, 2026, at just 12 days old. She was born on March 31, 2026, the beloved daughter of Lacey McWatters and Lonnie Williams, III.
Though her time here was brief, Celeste left a lasting imprint on the hearts of all who knew and loved her. She was a beautiful baby...
Tina Roberts
Apr 5, 2026
Tina Marianna Roberts, age 37, of Sturgis, Michigan, passed away peacefully at her home on April 5, 2026, after a long illness, surrounded by those who loved her.
She was born on April 6, 1988, in Tacoma, Washington, to Gregory Roberts and Maria Gutierrez. Tina graduated from Sturgis High School with the Class of 2006. Following graduation, she spent several years...
Doreen Lucille Benjamin
Apr 4, 2026
Doreen Lucille Benjamin, age 74, of Three Rivers, Michigan, passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her loving family on April 4, 2026, after a courageous six-year battle with cancer and Alzheimer’s disease.
She was born on December 28, 1951, in Pontiac, Michigan, to Dora Lucille Williams.
Doreen was known for her vibrant spirit and love of life. She could often...
Larry Dale Williams
Mar 26, 2026
Larry Dale Williams, age 87, of Edwardsburg, Michigan, passed away peacefully on March 26, 2026, in Elkhart, Indiana.
He was born on January 29, 1939, in Miami, Oklahoma, the son of Lee and Letha (Rhodes) Williams.
In accordance with his wishes, cremation has taken place.
Ray Funeral Services, 305 Rock River Avenue, Three Rivers, Michigan, has been entrusted with his care.
Family and friends...
Michael Lee Gale
Mar 19, 2026
Michael Lee Gale, age 75, of Mendon, Michigan, passed away at his home surrounded by his wife and loved ones on March 19, 2026.
He was born on January 16, 1951, in Kalamazoo, Michigan, the son of Norman and Palarena (Salvaggio) Gale.
Mike spent his early years in Kalamazoo before moving to Florida, where he lived for 15 years. He later returned...
Gary Louis Johnson
Mar 16, 2026
Gary Louis Johnson, age 76, of Allegan, Michigan, passed away on March 16, 2026, at Beacon Health System in Kalamazoo, Michigan.
Gary was born on October 22, 1949, in Allegan, Michigan, the son of Clair and Norma (Sweet) Johnson. On October 12, 1972, he married the love of his life, Shirley Alsip, in Saugatuck, Michigan. Together they built a life centered...
Don Gary Meixner
Mar 15, 2026
Don Gary Meixner, age 83, of Three Rivers, Michigan, passed away peacefully at his home on March 15, 2026.
He was born on June 25, 1942, in Detroit, Michigan, the son of William and Anna (Medley) Meixner. Don graduated from Inland Lakes High School with the Class of 1960. In his younger years, he lived on the east side of Michigan,...
Paul Weston Fries
Mar 14, 2026
Paul Weston Fries, 67, of Vine Grove, Kentucky, passed away peacefully on March 14, 2026, at Beacon at Three Rivers Health in Three Rivers, Michigan, surrounded by his beloved family while visiting them in Three Rivers.
Paul was born February 21, 1959, in Elgin, Illinois, a son to Robert Gustav and Waltraut (Kullmann) Fries. He spent his early childhood in Carpentersville,...
Lawrence Allen Gose
Mar 9, 2026
Larry Allen Gose, age 72, of Three Rivers, Michigan, passed away at his home on March 9, 2026.
He was born on March 6, 1954, in Germany, when his father was serving in the military. Larry returned to the United States with his parents in 1956. He grew up in Newark, Ohio, and graduated with the Class of 1972.
Following high school,...
James Robert "Bob" Butz
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...
