Obituary Listing

Apr 27, 2020

Constance Eileen Saurbier went to be with her family in heaven on April 27, 2020.  She was 77.  She was born in Watervliet, MI on March 28, 1943.  She graduated from Coloma High School in 1961.  She and William "Wild Bill" Saurbier, a well-known Watervliet police officer, were married on June 24, 1988.  She lived in Millburg, MI for...

Apr 26, 2020

Vanessa's life began August 29, 1957 in Benton Harbor, Michigan.  She was a lifetime area resident. Vanessa worked for Memorial Hospital both as an x-ray technician and housekeeping, she also owned her own cleaning business for many years.  When she wasn't working you could find Vanessa playing bingo, trying her luck at the casinos, baking or gathered around a...

Apr 24, 2020

Barbara's life began November 28, 1939, in Manila, Arkansas.  Barbara spent most of her life in Watervliet where she worked at Rexall for a time and also ran the cosmetology counter at Walgreens.  She loved filling her time working in her flower gardens.  Barbara loved her church family and was a very active member of Plymouth Congregational Church in...

Apr 9, 2020

Jim's life began October 13, 1939 in Kalamazoo, Michigan. He proudly served his country in the United States Army and was a graduate of Western Michigan University. Jim settled in Watervliet and farmed blueberries. He and his loving wife Peggy retired to Florida several years ago. Jim was a pilot, an avid banjo player, golfer and Harley rider.

Apr 7, 2020

William Jesse "Bill" Russell, Jr., age 94, long time resident of Watervliet, Michigan, passed away April 7, 2020 at Morning Breeze Retirement Center in Greensburg, Indiana where he was a resident for the last 5 years.

Bill was born to parents William Jesse Russell, Sr, and Velma Vera Wallace on July 4, 1925 in Memphis, Tennessee. After...

Apr 5, 2020

Carlene's life began June 2, 1948, in Watervliet.  She was a lifetime area resident.  For many years she enjoyed giving back to her community through being a Boy Scout leader with her husband John.  She also enjoyed painting, putting together puzzles and decorating cakes.  Her greatest joy was spending time with her family she leaves behind to cherish her...

Apr 2, 2020

Freda Harris, of Watervliet, went to be with her family in heaven on April 2, 2020. She was 88. She was

born in Sturkie, Arkansas on April 12, 1931 and on October 1, 1949 she and Lee Harris were married in

Blytheville, Arkansas. Freda loved flowers, the color pink, sewing, her country roots, the Grand...

Apr 1, 2020

Trudy's life began April 28, 1929 in Alabama.  She spent her childhood in Alabama and Tennessee and as an adult moved to Michigan.  Trudy worked for many years in several prominent factories until she found her true calling home health care.  Outside of work Trudy enjoyed crocheting and traveling.  She was also a longtime member of Midway Baptist Church...

Apr 1, 2020

An obituary is not available at this time for Judy (Kaiser) Russell. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Mar 23, 2020

Paul R Pflugradt

Watervliet

Paul's life began August 30, 1939, in Coloma, Michigan.  He was a lifetime area resident, leaving only for the time he spent proudly serving his county in the United States Marine Corp.  When Paul returned home he worked for the Watervliet Paper Mill.  When the mill closed Paul drove truck and...

Mar 23, 2020

Lee's life began September 3, 1932 in Caulfield, Missouri.  He spent his youth in the south.  Lee married the love of his life, Freda Hutchison, on October 1, 1949 in Leachville, Arkansas.  Shortly after marrying Lee and Freda moved to Michigan making Watervliet their home.  Lee worked for over 40 years as a coater operator at the Watervliet Paper...

Mar 17, 2020

Karen's life began December 6, 1958 in Benton Harbor, Michigan.  She spent most of her childhood in Benton Harbor and as a teenager they moved to Coloma where she graduated high school.  Karen had a passion for gardening and loved the beach where she spent many days when growing up. She loved music and dancing, spending her free time...

Mar 3, 2020

Liam was born sleeping with a smile on his precious face March 3, 2020 at Bronson Hospital in Kalamazoo.  He was the cherished son of Cain and Kaelee (Rickman) Wilbur and little brother to Claire.  Liam is also survived by five grandparents Bert Wilbur, Anita Forker, Jennifer Hall, Kevin Donovan, and Mary Clayton and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins...

Jan 27, 2020

Adell's life began October 17, 1921 in Watervliet, Michigan.  She was a lifetime Watervliet resident where she graduated high school and enjoyed raising her family.  On March 8, 1941 she married the love of her life Lester Mundt and they enjoyed 68 loving years together.  Adell enjoyed canning with her husband, baking, and cooking for her family. She was...

Jan 25, 2020

Larry's life began June 8, 1952, in Benton Harbor, Michigan.  He grew up in Coloma where he graduated high school.  While in high school Larry worked Co-Op for Wolverine Metal Stamping where he retired after 46 years.  Larry also proudly served his country through Army National Guard for 30 years.  He was very handy and enjoyed working on his...

Jan 23, 2020

Alison's life began April 25, 1957 in Detroit, Michigan.  She grew up in Birmingham, Michigan and graduated from Groves High School.  After high school, she continued her education at Western Michigan University earning her bachelor's degree.  While at WMU she met the love of her life, Robert Heimsath. She later went back to school to become a registered nurse.  ...

Jan 1, 2020

Sue's life began July 1, 1953, in Wisconsin while her dad was serving in the Air Force.  After his service he moved back to Southwest Michigan and made his home in Watervliet where Sue would grow up.  She was a graduate of Watervliet High School and enjoyed being a cheerleader and playing the flute.  Her talent with the flute...

Dec 31, 2019

Marti's life began May 4, 1944 in Lawrence, Michigan. She spent her childhood growing up in Hartford. On June 9, 1961 she married the love of her life Bruce Wright. Marti worked as an office manager but her greatest joy came in caring for her friends and family. She was a past member of the Sister Lakes Lioness Club...

Dec 19, 2019

John's life began April 8, 1930, in Coloma.  As a young boy his family moved to Watervliet where he grew up and attended school. John proudly served in the United States Army from 1952-1954.  He was a grain and animal farmer most of his life, however he also worked as a welder, boiler maker, and drove truck.  When he...

Dec 17, 2019

Fran's life began September 15, 1940 in St. Joseph, Michigan.  She spent most of her lifetime in St. Joseph where she graduated high school.  After high school Fran attended University of Michigan and then transferred to Western Michigan University where she earned her teaching degree.  Fran taught chemistry, physics and math at Lake Michigan Catholic, Eau Claire and finally...