Obituary Listing

Apr 10, 2026

Marjorie Elizabeth Pepple (née Franks), a woman of profound strength, sharp wit, and an endless capacity for love, passed away peacefully at her home on Friday, April 10, 2026, at the age of 96. Surrounded by the family that was the center of her world, she stepped into eternity, leaving behind a legacy that spanned nearly a century.

Marjorie was born...

Apr 8, 2026

Denice’s life began September 23, 1955 in Chicago, Illinois. She spent most of her childhood growing up in Chicago until she was in her teens and her parent’s love for Paw Paw Lake would lead them to relocate to Watervliet. After high school she attended college pursuing her love for art. She eventually went to work in billing as an...

Mar 29, 2026

Clint’s life began July 10, 1958, in Watervliet. Clint grew up on the family farm in Watervliet and graduated from Watervliet High School. After high school Clint worked in die casting and then joined the millwrights and worked in construction. While he was employed at Castmatics in Stevenville he met Marcia, they fell in love and married. Outside of work...

Mar 29, 2026

Marcia was born in Watervliet. She was a lifetime area resident and grew up in Eau Claire where she graduated high school. She went to work at a cast iron plant working her way up to inspector. When she worked at Castmatics in Stevensville she met Clinton Kniebes. She and Clint enjoyed 25 years of marriage. Marcia loved working around...

Mar 20, 2026

Cheryl’s life began December 14, 1952, in St Joseph during a snow storm according to her mother. She grew up in St. Joseph. After high school she became a LPN working at Mercy Hospital. Cheryl then went to work at Cedarwood Medical and Watervliet Community Hospital. She met Ron Ketelhut at a bowling alley, they married in 1985 and enjoyed...

Mar 6, 2026

Edith was born on November 7, 1938, in Rockport, Kentucky where she grew up in a large family that instilled in her the values of hard work, determination, resilience, love and faith. She later built a life in Michigan with her late husband, Jerry, with whom she raised their children and created a home centered on those same values.

Love for...

Feb 21, 2026

On October 16, 1948 Richard Green was born to Daniel and Wiladene (DeFields) Green in St. Joseph, Michigan. He grew up in Benton Harbor, graduating from Benton Harbor High School. Richard was an over the road truck driver and was recognized to logging over a million miles of driving. He enjoyed playing golf, cars, and cruising.

Richard’s greatest joy was spending...

Feb 2, 2026

Bertice "Bert" J. Saye (80) of Westminster, CO, passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones on February 2nd, 2026.

Bert was born July 14th, 1945 in Allegan, MI. He worked with his dad and uncle on the farm, and spent many years working at Auto Specialties in Hartford, MI, as a machinist.

In 1983, Bert and his young family relocated to Colorado....

Jan 27, 2026

Ramona's life began February 3, 1929, in Benton Harbor. She grew up in Southwest Michigan, graduating from Coloma High School. She made her home in Watervliet as an adult. Ramona worked for V&M, Modern Plastics and then lastly at Whirlpool as an inspector. Outside of work she was a member of DAR, serving as their secretary. She was a...

Jan 15, 2026

Carl's life began March 17, 1936 in Benton Harbor, Michigan. He grew up in Benton Harbor, graduating from Benton Harbor High School. After high school Carl went to work at Clark Equipment as a computer operator for 31 years. Alongside working for Clark Equipment, he also loved being a farmer. While in high school Carl worked at a grocery...

Jan 8, 2026

Mary's life began October 5, 1940, in Niles, Michigan. She grew up in Niles where she graduated high school. Mary continued her education becoming a registered nurse. She started her nursing career in Paw Paw as a floor nurse. Mary then went to work for many years at Watervliet Community Hospital in the emergency room, usually choosing to work...

Dec 10, 2025

Dorothy Ann (Eisen) Saltzman, age 93, peacefully passed away in her sleep on December 10, 2025, at her home in Watervliet, Michigan. A cherished mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and faithful servant of Christ, Dorothy dedicated her life with unwavering devotion to her family and her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.

Dorothy was born on September 8, 1932, in...

Dec 1, 2025

Joanne's life began December 2, 1949, in New Lothrop, Michigan, where she graduated high school. While picking up lunch Joanne met Tom Scheid who owned and ran a local bar with his brother. When Tom and his brother sold, Tom went back to Southwest Michigan to find a job relocating them to Watervliet. Joanne enjoyed providing for her family,...

Nov 25, 2025

Susan was born January 24, 1952, in Monroe, Michigan. As a young girl her family moved to Watervliet, where she enjoyed growing up with her four siblings. Susan was a very social person and loved her church family and crafting.

Susan leaves behind five children Meredith Thornburg (Christopher Maximena), Melinda (Andrew) Dinges, Michielle Strange, Michael (Melissa) Thornburg...

Nov 22, 2025

Jeff's life began January 21, 1963, in Watervliet, Michigan. He was a lifetime Watervliet resident, after graduating high school he continued his education becoming a diesel mechanic. Jeff worked as a fuel transporter for over thirty years and was just recently enjoying retirement. He loved his family, football and antiquing. Jeff was an avid collector of oddities. Jeff was...

Nov 22, 2025

Terry's life began January 12, 1950, in Hayti, Missouri. As a young child his family moved to Michigan. Terry drove truck for many years for Gordon's Food Service and then he worked maintenance on houses. His favorite hobby was mowing the lawn, even taking care of his neighbor's yards when they weren't able. In his younger years he enjoyed...

Nov 10, 2025

Linda's life began December 12, 1956, in Monroe, Michigan. She spent most of her life in the Watervliet area. Linda loved people and it showed through her babysitting children and her smile while ringing up your groceries the years she worked at Sprague's Grocery in Watervliet. For many years she ran Roadside Grocery in Marcellus with her husband Doug,...

Nov 9, 2025

Jimmy was born October 19, 1974 in St. Joseph, Michigan. He lived most of his life in Benton Harbor area, and attended Watervliet High School. Jimmy was a hard worker and worked at Summit Polymers for over 20 years as a supervisor and plastic mold injector. In 1996 he married the love of his life Gina Whittker and they...

Nov 8, 2025

Brian T. Elsner, 68, of Coloma Michigan, passed away peacefully on November 8th, 2025 surrounded by family, friends, and loved ones at Corwell Health, Lakeland Hospital in St. Joseph, Michigan.

Brian was born Thanksgiving Day November 22nd 1956 in St. Joseph, Michigan to Theodore Jr. and Gwendolyn Elsner. He attended Coloma High School and was the owner...

Nov 2, 2025

George Ronald Murray, a proud Marine and devoted family man, passed away November 2, 2025, at Corewell Heath in St. Joseph. Born June 30, 1946, George lived a life defined by service, love, and dedication to his family.

On November 22, 1969, George married the love of his life, Cherylene Duncan, beginning a partnership that endured through...