Obituary Listing

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...

Nov 22, 2025

Marlene Ruth Myers, age 92, of Three Rivers, MI, passed away peacefully on November 22, 2025, at The Orchards in Three Rivers.

She was born on September 4, 1933, in Elkhart, Indiana, the daughter of Donald and Nellie (Yenna) James. Marlene was first married to Phillip Tinsley, and later, on May 18, 1991, she married the love...

Nov 19, 2025

Charles David "Dave" Rains, age 72, of Three Rivers, Michigan, passed away on November 19, 2025, at his home in Three Rivers. Born on February 15, 1953, in White County, Arkansas, he was the son of Charles Emerson and Bonnie Jewel (Jones) Rains. Dave spent his early childhood in Arkansas before his family moved to Decatur, Michigan, where he...

Nov 12, 2025

Brad Hillyard Leavitt, age 72, passed away on November 12, 2025 around 11:00 PM in Three Rivers, Michigan, surrounded by his loving family. Born on December 14, 1952, to Von and LaRue (Hillyard) Leavitt in Las Vegas, Nevada, Brad spent his younger years in Southern California, where he developed a lasting love for the beach, surfing, swimming, and motorcycling....

Oct 23, 2025

Jaime was born in Aguadilla, Puerto Rico, on March 26, 1944, to Estevan and Esperanza Villanueva Rodriguez.

He grew up in La Isla del Encanto where he developed a strong work ethic and deep love for his family, and an unshakeable pride in his Puerto Rican roots. As a young teenager, he left Puerto Rico for New...

Oct 9, 2025

With broken hearts, we announce the passing of our precious baby girl, Kallyope Esmayle Eloise Widger, who left this world far too soon on October 9, 2025, in Three Rivers, Michigan, at just six weeks old. She was born on August 23, 2025, in Kalamazoo, Michigan, a daughter to Imogen Merriam-Widger and David Waller and in her short time...

Sep 20, 2025

Katheryn J. Tostevin

Essexville, Michigan

Our beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 20, 2025, at Hampton Nursing and Rehab Center in Bay City. She was 84 years old.

Katheryn was born on November 4, 1940, in Niles, Michigan, the daughter of the late Howard and Wilma Krietzer. She...

Sep 8, 2025

Douglas "Doug" was born on August 21st 1954 in St. Louis Missouri. In his younger years, he joined the navy but Doug was well known for his occupation in mechanical work for more than a decade at places like Auto Zone and Eagles Auto. He will be remembered by co-workers who knew him well at Lockport in Three Rivers,...

Sep 4, 2025

Miguel P. Garcia, age 90, of Three Rivers, MI, passed away peacefully on September 4, 2025, at Optalis Health and Rehabilitation of Three Rivers.

Miguel was born on April 15, 1935, in Laredo, Texas, the son of Merced and Alicia Garcia. He spent his early years in Laredo before relocating to Harlingen, Texas, where he lived for...

Aug 7, 2025

Frederick "Fritz" Carl Schumann, age 70, of Portage, Michigan, passed away on August 7, 2025 at Three Rivers Health in Three Rivers, Michigan. Following a courageous and painful eleven-week battle after a spinal cord injury. He faced immense suffering with strength, humor, and a deep soulfulness that never left him—even in his final days.

He was born...