Obituary Listing

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...

Oct 29, 2025

Sonya's life began January 20, 1963 in Pulaski, Tennessee.  As a young child her family moved to Michigan and she grew up in Coloma, graduating from Coloma High School in 1981.  Sonya ran a day care and worked for many years for Coloma Public Schools. She was very passionate about helping kids and caring for their needs. In her...

Oct 28, 2025

Reneè's life began November 3, 1956 in Benton Harbor, Michigan. She grew up in Coloma attending Washington Elementary and graduated from Coloma High School. Reneè spent most of her adult life living in Alabama, She was a renowned dog trainer often giving demos at The American Family Pet Expo in Orange County, California as well as other pet expos....

Oct 25, 2025

Spring's life began October 20, 1977, in Benton Harbor, Michigan. She was a life time area resident who loved caring for people which showed through her work as a care giver. She enjoyed crafting, signing Karaoke, playing cards and dice in her spare time. Her favorite past-time was being surrounded by the people she loved through her church family...

Oct 25, 2025

Mary was born December 1, 1964 in St. Joseph, Michigan. A lifetime area resident, she work as a pharmacy tech for Walgreens for 37 years. Outside of work Mary enjoyed the nature be it fishing, taking walks on the beach long side Lake Michigan, growing vegetables, or just watching wild life and looking out for cardinals. When her children...

Oct 24, 2025

Joseph's life began March 22, 1941, in Chicago, Illinois.  Joe lived there until he was nine when his father took a job in Michigan in part to get his kids out of the city. Joe started school in Millburg that fall where he met his future bride Roberta. After high school they got married and started a family. Together...

Oct 23, 2025

Chapman Lewis Piggott, 59, passed away peacefully at his home, 7450 Meadowbrook Road, Benton Harbor, Michigan following a brief battle with cancer.

Visitation will be at Hutchins Funeral Home in Watervliet, Michigan, Tuesday, October 28, 2025 from 6-8 p.m. Funeral services will be conducted by Rev. Joshua Bishop at 10 a.m. Wednesday, October 29, 2025 at the...

Oct 21, 2025

Deanna was born December 2, 1951, in Watervliet, Michigan. She grew up in Watervliet, graduating from Watervliet High School. After high school she eared an associate degree in accounting and worked many of her years at Pierson Construction. In her younger years Deanna enjoyed riding motorcycles and traveling with her special friend Kay Bearty. She enjoyed life and spending...

Oct 10, 2025

Shirley was born October 16, 1944, in Watervliet, Michigan to Ellwood and Marjorie (Danneffel) Stewart. Shirley was a life time area resident. She worked for many years for both Tala Drug Store and the Thomas Kincade Store. She enjoyed shopping for clothes and jewelry and taking pictures. She also enjoyed supporting her son and her grandchildren in their activities....