Obituary Listing

Nov 28, 2020

Bill's life began May 29, 1966, in Watervliet.  He was a lifetime area resident.  He worked for various factories in the area and was also a gifted cook and shared his talents with Jazmine's Restaurant in Watervliet.  Bill enjoyed playing dominos, shooting pool and trying his luck at Texas Hold'em.  However his favorite pastime was going fishing with his...

Nov 26, 2020

Bill's life began December 3, 1944, in Watervliet.  He was the oldest son of Louis and Carmen Barchett.  Bill grew up in Watervliet where he graduated high school in 1963.  After high school Bill proudly served his country in the United States Navy.  Upon returning home Bill owned his own trucking business and then went to work for the...

Nov 19, 2020

Jeff's life began October 7, 1980, in Benton Harbor, Michigan.  He grew up in Watervliet and was a graduate of Blossomland Learning Center in Berrien Springs.  Jeff worked for Coloma Pizza Hut for 13 years.  He was a guy easily liked in the community.  He enjoyed riding his bike, hanging with his neighbors, playing games at the American Legion. ...

Nov 18, 2020

Regis was born July 15, 1937 in Coloma, Michigan.  He grew up in Watervliet where he graduated high school in 1955.  After high school he proudly served his country in the United States Army in the military police division.  Upon returning home Regis went to work for 30 years in the lab at the Watervliet Paper Mill.  After the...

Nov 16, 2020

Jessie's life began June 6, 1950 , in Arkansas. He grew up in Arkansas and work brought him to Michigan where he made his home. Jessie worked as a truck driver and farmer raising vegetables and hogs. He loved everything about being outside; riding his tractor, cutting firewood, hunting, and raising his animals. If Jessie wasn't home farming you...

Nov 11, 2020

Gary's life began September 19, 1952, in Watervliet.   He grew up in Watervliet where he lived most of his life and graduated high school.  Gary was a Journeyman Concrete Finisher  and worked for M&S Concrete for many years and then ran his own construction and concrete company.  Outside of work Gary enjoyed following sports especially the Cubs and NASCAR...

Nov 2, 2020

Marlene's life began August 22, 1944, in Lansing, Michigan.  She was a long time area resident and enjoyed shopping and reading.  Her greatest joy was spending time with family which includes her daughter Julie Alexander, three grandchildren Melanie, Zachary and Brandon and her brother Ronald Neumann.

Marlene died Monday, November 2.  Her husband Marvin Cassidy and her...

Oct 27, 2020

Dolores' life began May 18, 1935, in West Tampa, Florida.  She grew up in Florida, graduating from Thomas Jefferson High School in 1953.  Growing up in Tampa had a big influence on Dolores' cooking where Sunday afternoon dinners Often included meals of yellow rice and chicken and everyone's favorite roast pork with black beans.  While attending an Elvis concert...

Oct 25, 2020

Nancy passed away while surrounded by family on October 25, 2020 at the age of 78. She was born July 11, 1942 in South Haven, MI and graduated in 1960 from Watervliet High School. In 1961 she married and spent her time for many years raising and providing for her two boys, Jim and Jon. In the early years...

Oct 11, 2020

Lois Evelyn McGaughey Stepich was born February 16, 1942 to Phyllis Olson McGaughey , and Emil Rankin McGaughey in East Chicago, Indiana. She grew up in Highland, Indiana, graduating from Highland High School before earning her degree from Indiana University. While at Indiana, she met Joseph Stepich, and they married in 1964. They settled in Flossmoor, Illinois where they...

Oct 10, 2020

Dan's life began August 1, 1952 in Watervliet.  He was a lifetime area resident and graduate of Watervliet Public Schools.  On August 28, 1971 he married his high school sweetheart Cheryl Dillenbeck and they enjoyed 49 years together raising a family, working, and playing.  Dan owned several AMOCO gas/convenience stores in St. Joseph. He loved his community and served...

Oct 1, 2020

Leonard was born December 30, 1935, in St. Joseph, Michigan.  He grew up in Benton Harbor where he graduated High School.  After high school Leonard proudly served his country in the United States Army. While working on cars with his friend Lynn, Leonard needed a date so Lynn set him up with his sister Barbara Howard and they would...

Sep 24, 2020

Jim's life began October 2, 1935, in Portageville, MO.  When Jim was around 10 years old his dad was offered a job in Southwest Michigan and they made their home in Coloma.  His dad bought acreage and Jim enjoyed helping his parents farm the property.  Jim graduated from Coloma High School and proudly served his country in the United...

Sep 23, 2020

Barbara's life began November 11, 1948, in Watervliet, Michigan.  She enjoyed being a lifetime area resident in her corner of Michigan.  Barbara worked at Hilltop Grocery in St. Joseph in the meat department for over 30 years right up until they closed.  She then went to work as a receptionist at the YWCA in St. Joseph.  In her spare...

Sep 20, 2020

Marion Earl Getz, 77, of Hartford passed away peacefully at home Sept. 20, 2020.  He was born August 16, 1943 in Cassopolis, MI to Owen and Kate (Weddell) Getz.  He graduated from Bob Jones University and attended the Grand Rapids Seminary.   He married Elaine O'Shields in 1971 in North Carolina and then moved the family to Hertford, England.  During...

Sep 12, 2020

Ronald was a life time area resident and was born August 15, 1990.  He was a loving father and fiancé who enjoyed writing, building, and playing pool.  Ronald's life revolved around his family which includes: his fiancé Crystal Sizemore; seven children Tayden Cooper, Patrick Cooper, Roselyn Cooper, Tamya Cooper, Andrew Walker, Gabriel Walker, and Franklin Costner; two sisters Grace...

Sep 12, 2020

Dennis "Denny" Soulard passed away on September 12th, 2020. Born July 3rd, 1945, he took great pride in his southwest Michigan roots of living and working in the Coloma and Watervliet area for a large portion of his life. Denny worked over 25 years at the Watervliet Paper Mill and later Metal Processors in Stevensville. He forged lifelong friendships...

Sep 6, 2020

Ken Gaynor Sr., passed away on Sunday, September 6, 2020, at The Willows Assisted Living in St. Joseph.  Ken was born on January 27, 1935, in Hammond, Indiana to Carl and Mildred Gaynor.

He worked as a mechanic at Karson's in St. Joseph, Rogel's in Watervliet, Downtown 66 in Benton Harbor, and Ridge & Kramer.

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Aug 24, 2020

Janice was born September 22, 1951 in Kalamazoo, Michigan.  Forever the nomad spirit, Jan has lived in Michigan, North Carolina, Arkansas, and Indiana all for sake of family, as spending time with her grandchildren was paramount to her love of family. Jan loved the holidays, especially Christmas. She was a Disney fanatic, Mickey Mouse being her absolute favorite. Reading...

Aug 24, 2020

Joanie's life began March 18, 1928, in Benton Harbor.  She enjoyed being a lifelong area resident where she raised a family, worked and played.  Joanie worked for over 30 years for Watervliet Community Hospital in Environmental Services.

Aside from being a wonderful citizen, and dedicated employee, she was a true friend to everyone who knew her. She...