Obituary Listing

Jun 11, 2015

Jane's life began July 17, 1919 in Marquette, Michigan.  She was a long time area resident and worked for many years as a bartender and cook at the Ole Black Cat and Elite Bar both in Watervliet.  Jane enjoyed crocheting and knitting up until just a few years ago when her eyesight wouldn't allow her any longer.  She also...

Jun 8, 2015

Michelle was born into this world on June 22, 1979, in St. Joseph, MI. She grew up on Paw Paw Lake in Watervliet and graduated with honors from Watervliet High School. Michelle furthered her education at Cornell University in Ithaca, NY, where she completed her Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Management. After graduation, Michelle went to work for...

Jun 6, 2015

Beverly's life began June 22, 1938 in Watervliet.  She was a lifetime area resident who worked as a team leader at Auto Specialties until her retirement.  In her spare time Beverly enjoyed crocheting, knitting, camping, square dancing, bowling, and she was an amazing cake baker and decorator.   Her greatest joy was spending time with her loving family which includes: her...

May 31, 2015

William, affectionately known as "Wild Bill", was born June 13, 1942, in Benton Harbor, MI.  He grew up in Benton Harbor, graduating from Benton Harbor High School.  After high school Bill served his country in the United States Navy.  Upon returning home from the service Bill went to work and Voice of Music and then...

May 28, 2015

Julie's life began June 11, 1960 in Watervliet.  Julie was a life long area resident graduating from Watervliet High School.  She worked at Telamon Corporation as a teacher.  Outside of work she enjoyed bowling, racing, watching the races, camping, and collecting things; shoes, pigs, cookie jars, and cookbooks.  Julie's greatest enjoyment was being with her loving family which includes: her...

May 7, 2015

Terry's life began February 23, 1943, in Hartford. He was a lifetime area resident who enjoyed hunting and fishing. Terry was a life member of the National Fishing Lure Collectors Cub. His loving family includes his wife Mellie (Langston) who he married April 1, 1963, his mom Genevieve Wesaw, two sisters...

May 5, 2015

Peggy's life began June 4, 1941, in Manilla, Arkansas. She spent most of her life in Southwest Michigan. She worked at and eventually owned Lancaster Upholstery and Drapery with her parents and sister Betty. Peggy enjoyed crocheting, reading, sewing, cooking, baking Christmas cookies, and helping plant flowers. Her greatest joy was...

Apr 30, 2015

Elsie's life began January 20, 1924, in Turtle Lake, North Dakota. As a young woman she took a job as a nanny which brought her to Michigan. Elsie was a christian woman who loved to study her bible and play the piano and organ. She worked beside her husband at Megna Brothers Antenna - Vince Megna...

Apr 29, 2015

Beverly's life began April 28, 1931, in Chicago. Around the age of 12 her family moved to Michigan, settling in Southwest Michigan. Beverly was a loving and generous person. She enjoyed giving gifts, painting finger nails, playing games, participating in the activities at the nursing home, and having a cheeseburger with mayo. Beverly also enjoyed spending time...

Apr 27, 2015

Leona Holland (Lee) Goyer, 53, of Watervliet died Monday, April 27, 2015, at home. She was born Jan. 29, 1962, to Edgar and Eunice Holland, who survive.

Other survivors include her husband, Russ Goyer; children: Frankie Lee, Darrell (Camille) Lee, Naomi (Lee) and husband Caleb Ashbrook, Jonathan Lee and Kristina Lee; siblings: Eddie Holland, Romona (Holland) and...

Apr 11, 2015

Evelyn's life began March 13, 1934, in Chicago, Illinois. At the age of 13 her family moved to Hartford where Evelyn would call home. Friends introduced her to Gerald Wesaw who she would be blessed with 62 years of marriage. Evelyn enjoyed square dancing with the "Wheeler Dealers", Tole Painting, spending time with her family, and...

Mar 28, 2015

Tom's life began September 28, 1947, in Watervliet, Michigan. Tom spent his lifetime in Watervliet where he graduated high school. When Tom wasn't on the road driving truck you could pop into the Sidetrack Cafe and find him enjoying a cup of coffee with friends. He found his greatest joy in spending time with his loving...

Mar 21, 2015

Sherry's life began August 25, 1964 in Kennett, Missouri. She loved being outside and trying her luck at casinos. Her greatest joy was spending time with her loving family which includes: three children Kimb erl y Ann Bailey of Hartford, Jennifer M arie Bailey of Watervliet, and Terry James Hill of Wauchala, Florida; a granddaughter...

Mar 19, 2015

Charles's life began February 26, 1963, in Benton Harbor.  He was a lifetime area resident graduating from Benton Harbor High School.  Charles worked for Kraklau's Garage and when he wasn't working he enjoyed playing golf and following NASCAR.  His greatest joy was spending time with his children, grandchildren, and best friend Courtney who he married September 16, 2006.  Charles...

Mar 14, 2015

Susan's life began June 15, 1943 in St. Joseph, Michigan.  She was a lifelong area resident, graduating from Watervliet High School.  Susan retired as administrative secretary to the President of De Groot Inc.  She was an active member of St. Joseph Catholic Church and Watervliet Knights of Columbus Ladies Auxiliary.    Susan loved filling her time gardening, scrap booking, cooking,...

Feb 24, 2015

LouAnn's life began June 27, 1947, in Jonesboro, Arkansas. LouAnn spent most of her lifetime in Southwest Michigan. She was a generous and kind person who loved opening her door to everyone. She enjoyed flower gardening, cooking, baking, attending family functions, and helping people. LouAnn's greatest joy came in spending time with her loving family which includes:...

Feb 4, 2015

Lewis' life began June 2, 1969, in Benton Harbor. He traveled and lived in California, Florida, Lake Tahoe, and Missouri until settling back in Hartford, where he was raised. Lewis worked at Future Construction. He enjoyed his time spent with his loving family which includes: his wife Cheri whom he married June 9, 2012; step-daughter Danielle Rogers...

Jan 19, 2015

Dennis' life began March 20, 1952, in St. Joseph, Michigan. He was a lifelong area resident who owned Denco Pool's in Stevensville for many years. He was also a great mechanic. His loving family includes his mom Dorothy Helen Steffey (Neubauer), four brothers Douglas Steffey, Philip Steffey, Gregory Steffey, and Glenn Steffey, Mike Froelich who was like a son to...

Jan 8, 2015

Christine' life began July 7, 1918, in Chicago, Illinois. At six months old her family moved to Michigan settling in Benton Harbor. Christine attended elementary school at Cribbs School then went to Benton Harbor Public schools where she graduated. Christine was a lifelong member of St. Matthew's Ev Lutheran Church where she was active in the...

Jan 2, 2015

Doreen Hake Watervliet

Doreen's life began March 17, 1923, in Battle Creek, Michigan.  Doreen learned her work ethic in the woolen mills in Skipton England as a young girl in 1938.  After high school graduation in Battle Creek, Michigan, she went to work at Ralston Purina Co.  She was married in 1945 to Richard Hake.  They lived...