Obituary Listing

Oct 8, 2019

Redmond Thomas Sage 89, of Coloma passed from this life on Tuesday, October 8, 2019.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 am, at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Watervliet, Saturday, October 19, 2019, with burial in St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery in Watervliet.  Visitation will be Friday, October 18, from 6:00 to 8:00 PM...

Sep 29, 2019

John's life began June 28, 1935 in Chicago, Illinois. His family then moved to Copemish MI when John was a young boy.  He learned his life time trade of skilled masonry and construction from his father.  John enjoyed filling his time gardening, spending time sitting or tinkering in his garage and hanging out with his friends.   John especially enjoyed...

Sep 19, 2019

Charles' life began June 13, 1955 in Benton Harbor, Michigan.  He was a life time area resident and worked for the Watervliet Paper Mill then Chardon Rubber until they closed.  After Chardon closed he worked as a self-employed carpenter.  Charles will be remembered as The King of Yard Sales and for his love of the outdoors be it boating,...

Sep 17, 2019

Marvis' life began December 26, 1936 in Hartford, Michigan.  She was one of five children born to Arthur and Lillian (Tetlock) Rowley.  Marvis spent her lifetime in Southwest Michigan and making her home in Watervliet for most.  She loved to work, she worked for many years in the office at Watervliet Harding's and then at Wal-Mart.  Outside of work...

Sep 15, 2019

Patrick Joseph Sutter, age 54, passed away unexpectedly Sunday September 15, 2019 in Los Angeles, California as a result of complications from a recent surgery.  Patrick was born on January 13, 1965 in Watervliet, Michigan to Fred J Sutter and Mary June (McDonough) Sutter.

Patrick was an avid sports fan, growing up he played on various teams. ...

Sep 4, 2019

Rose's life began July 17, 1922, in Chicago, Illinois.  As a young girl her father moved the family to Watervliet where he purchased a farm.  After graduating from Watervliet High School Rose took a job as a banker at First National Bank and retired after 36 years as Branch Manager for 5th/3rd Bank.  In 1948 Rose met Theodore Scheid...

Aug 24, 2019

Robert's life began March 4, 1936, in Princewick, West Virginia.  He graduated from Stoco High School, went on to Beckley College and finished his education at Princeton Technical School.  After graduating from technical school he was an independent consultant and managed various paper companies.  In 1985 Robert took a job at Watervliet Paper Mill where he would call home...

Aug 19, 2019

Floyd peacefully passed away early morning on August 19, at Hanson Hospice Center. He was surrounded by the love of his daughter, son, niece, and granddaughter as he made his way home to our Lord.

Floyd was born to Erwin and Iona Weber on March 14, 1920. He was the second born of 3 sons. His brothers...

Aug 7, 2019

Bill's life began September 19, 1932 in Benton Harbor, Michigan.  After graduating high school Bill proudly served his country for 22 years in the United States Army earning the rank of Master Sergeant.   Upon returning home he managed Pic-Way Shoes in Benton Harbor for many years.  Bill collected stamps from the time he was a teenager.  He also enjoyed...

Aug 3, 2019

Kathleen's life began December 21, 1928 in Chicago, Illinois.  She spent most of her life in Southwest Michigan.  She earned a Bachelor's in Heath Studies from Western Michigan University.  She then worked as a registered nurse at Watervliet Community Hospital, then Whirlpool Corporation, and lastly she worked at Lakeland Hospital in St. Joseph.  Outside of work Kathleen enjoyed sewing,...

Jul 26, 2019

Ricky's life began August 25, 1956 in Watervliet, Michigan.  He enjoyed being out doors leading him to a career doing lawn maintenance.  When he wasn't working you could find him enjoying fishing or singing Karaoke.  He treasured time with family which includes four siblings Patty (Mike) Mayer, Chris Strand (James Burnside), Steve (Lori) Strand, and Karen Price and nieces...

Jul 26, 2019

Marian was born July 24, 1938 in Watervliet, Michigan.  She was a lifetime area resident and enjoyed animals and camping.  Marian was a God Loving Christian woman who loved reading her bible.  Her greatest joy came from spending time with her large loving family which includes: four children Patty (Mike) Mayer, Chris Strand (James Burnside), Steve (Lori) Strand, and...

Jul 5, 2019

Kerry's life began September 17, 1949 in Arkansas.  When he was a young child his parents moved to Michigan making Watervliet their home.  Kerry grew up in Watervliet where he graduated high school.  After high school he studied accounting at Harding University.  Kerry became an over the road truck driver and eventually moved out to California to run a...

Jul 2, 2019

Vera's life began July 18, 1929, in Chicago, Illinois. She spent many years growing up and living in Chicago area.  When her parents retired she moved with them to Southwest Michigan making Watervliet their home.  She worked for several years as a telephone operator and as a press operator for a furniture company.  Vera was a longtime member of...

Jul 2, 2019

Ron's life began September 20, 1945, in South Haven, Michigan.  He grew up in South Haven where he graduated high school in 1965.  After high school he went to work at Bosch until retirement. Ron loved the outdoors enjoying camping, fishing, and hunting.  He also enjoyed taking drives especially with his driving partners Pita and Dora.

Ron's...

Jun 16, 2019

Heidi's life began July 21, 1976 in Plainwell, Michigan.  She spent her lifetime in Southwest Michigan and called Watervliet home for most.  She enjoyed playing bingo, trying her luck on scratch-off tickets, and going for rides.  Her favorite past time was spending time with family especially her grandbabies.

She leaves behind a loving family to cherish her...

Jun 8, 2019

Kathy's life began October 28, 1948 in St. Joseph, Michigan.  Kathy was a lifetime area resident.  Many will remember her from working at the Coloma Legion, Mel's, Van Buren Sportsman's Club, Coloma Bar & Grill, or T's Tap.  Kathy was an active member of the American Legion's Auxiliary for several years and Kathy's Clowns.  She enjoyed watching NASCAR, her...

Jun 1, 2019

Tim's life began January 1, 1958 in Indianapolis, IN, however he spent most of his lifetime in Southwest Michigan.  Tim loved surrounding himself with friends from grabbing a cup of coffee in the morning to sharing a meal at his favorite place T's Tap.  Tim was kind and will be missed by many especially his family which includes: four...

May 17, 2019

Palmleaf "Pam" (Flowers) Mooney, 87, died Friday, May 17, 2019, at home, surrounded by her family.

Palmleaf's life began Sept. 12, 1931, in Hayti, Mo. She married Clarence Mott and they moved to Michigan in 1950, where they raised their three children. She was a loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She was married to Paul Mooney for...

May 9, 2019

Patricia's life began March 18, 1937 in Detroit.  She lived most of her life in the Detroit area and was a nurse at Holy Cross in Detroit for more than 35 years.  Upon retiring in 2002 Patricia and her husband LeRoy moved to Watervliet.  She enjoyed reading, crocheting, playing bingo, was an active member of St. Joseph Catholic Church...