Obituary Listing

Feb 20, 2025

Delores' life began December 28, 1930 in Watervliet, Michigan. Delores grew up in Watervliet and graduated from Watervliet High School, where she met the love of her life John "Jack" Bush. They enjoyed 68 years together loving their large family. Delores' favorite times were spent with her family. When she wasn't caring for them you could find her in...

Feb 7, 2025

Debra's life began September 4, 1953, in Benton Harbor, Michigan. She was a lifetime area resident and ran Morrison Rentals for many years. Debra's favorite job was being a wife, mother and grandmother. She enjoyed gardening both flowers and vegetables, and cooking for her family. She enjoyed listening to music, relaxing in a chair with her dog or cat...

Jan 29, 2025

Angela's life began October 23, 1978, in Kalamazoo, Michigan. She was a lifetime area resident who enjoyed caring for people. Angela showed that love through working in home health care for 15 years and through working as a server at Gala-T and The Panel Room both in Hartford. Angela enjoyed camping, cooking out, and traveling to Tennessee. Her greatest...

Jan 1, 2025

Jonas' life began June 18, 1945 in Watervliet, Michigan. He was a lifetime area resident, making his home in Watervliet and Hartford. He worked at Gast Manufacturing setting up machines until retirement. Jonas was an avid Harley rider and enjoyed following NASCAR. He made a couple of trips out to Sturgis, South Dakota for the bike rally and several...

Dec 14, 2024

Ryan's life began March 15, 1989, in St. Joseph, Michigan. Ryan grew up in Watervliet and lived his life in the moment. He enjoyed going to concerts, swimming, canoeing and being around people which was evident with his large group of friends. Ryan's greatest love was spending time with his children.

Ryan leaves behind a loving family...

Dec 3, 2024

Isabella's life began February 6, 1931 in Illinois. She spent most of her lifetime living in Coloma. She leaves behind a large loving family to cherish her memory including: nine children Rocco (Nancy) Bertuca, JoAnn (Patrick) McGowan, Frances (Frank) Ambler, Catherine (Jeffrey) Pyne, John (Patricia) Bertuca, Santina (Guy) Bartels, Angelique (Jamie) Hipskind, Anthony (Stephanie) Bertuca, and Michael Bertuca; 15...

Nov 26, 2024

Wathada's life began March 30, 1936, in Judsonia, Arkansas. As a young child her family moved to Michigan, making Benton Harbor their home. She finished school in Watervliet. Wathada continued her education at Lake Michigan College becoming a beautician and ran her own shop. Wathada and her first husband Richard moved to California and there she was the Executive...

Nov 25, 2024

Theresa's life began January 28, 1927, in Hagar Township, Michigan. She grew up in Hagar Township where she attended Clymer School and then continued her education at St. John's Catholic where she graduated high school. In her early years Theresa worked as an operator for the phone company and bowled on their league where she held the record for...

Nov 8, 2024

James was born July 27, 1938, in Benton Harbor, Michigan. After graduating from Benton Harbor High School he proudly served his country in the United States Navy. After returning home James went to work for Vail Rubber until retirement. Outside of work James enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping, bowling, and playing softball in his younger years. James also had a...

Nov 6, 2024

Jean Louise Tacy, 86, of Watervliet passed away November 6th at Hanson Hospice.

Born on February 4th, 1938 to Willard and Edith (Soper) Romoser, Jean was raised in Benton Harbor alongside her brother Bill and sister Joanne. Jean was a resilient, independent, and strong-willed gal who did whatever she set her mind on doing. She was the...

Oct 23, 2024

Sofia's life began December 28, 2010, in St. Joseph, Michigan. Sofia loved music and enjoyed watching Elvis videos. She also liked being outdoors feeling the sun on her face and watching people. Sofia enjoyed being around people which was good since she was blessed with a large, loving family.

Sofia's family includes: her mom Ansly Rana Potter;...

Sep 26, 2024

Charles (Chuck) Howard Stueker II, 59, of Benton Harbor passed away peacefully at home with Matthew Reitz and max his cat by his side on Thursday, September  26, 2024 . Chuck was born on September 5, 1965 to Charles and Margaret Stueker. He was united in marriage to his late wife, Sandra, of Mexico.

Chuck lived in...

Sep 26, 2024

Gerry was born September 28, 1932, in Galien. She grew up on a farm on County Line Road in Watervliet. Gerry met her future husband Bruce Frazier as a young lady, they married in September of 1950 and continued to make Watervliet their home. Gerry's favorite occupation was being a wife and mother, she also worked several part-time jobs....

Sep 17, 2024

Andrew's life began April 26, 1991, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. He grew up in the Hartford area and as an adult he lived in Sodus. Andrew enjoyed music and tinkering. He also enjoyed spending time with his family.

Andrew is survived by two children Hunter Bryant and Alexander Denton, his dad Jeffrey Denton Sr, a brother Jeffrey (Amber)...

Sep 4, 2024

On March 5, 1975, in St. Joseph, Michigan Michael and May (Barnett) Isbrecht welcomed their son Scott in to the world. He grew up in Watervliet where he graduated high school in 1994. After high school Scott continued his education at Full Sail University in Florida earning a degree in digital media. Scott worked for JohnsonRauhoff as a computer...

Aug 30, 2024

Patt's life began November 26, 1941, in Chicago, Illinois. She grew up in the Chicago area where she met and married the love of her life Terrence Bambrick. The young couple made the decision to move to Michigan, eventually making Watervliet their home. Patt worked at People's State Bank in Watervliet and St. Joseph, then as an office manager...

Aug 28, 2024

Joan Duday, 91, passed away at her home on the evening of August 28, 2024, with family at her side. Her life began on March 23, 1933 in Chicago, IL. She was the only child of Louis and Sarah Lando. She married Walter Duday on October 16, 1954, they were married nearly sixty years until Walt's passing in 2014....

Aug 25, 2024

On June 5, 1939, June was born to Leslie and Hilda (Smith) Revoir in Wexford County, Michigan. June grew up in Yuma, Michigan where she attended Yuma Elementary and graduated from Mesick High School. Later she continued her education at Sister Lakes Beauty College. In 1963 June came to Dowagiac to visit a friend, while here she met and...

Aug 23, 2024

Dorothy's life began September 16, 1934, in Tennessee. When she was three her family moved to Michigan. Lovingly known as Dot by many she loved living in the Southwest Michigan area. Dot enjoyed gardening which drew her to work at DeGroot Inc. for many years. She loved being outside working, walking, or just enjoying the weather. Dot will be...

Aug 20, 2024

Grant's life began July 16, 1950, in Watervliet. Grant loved living in Watervliet. He was a talented wood worker and owned Creekside Custom Woodworking for many years. Grant many times used his talent to help his community making signs for various needs such as the sign for the annual duck race during the July 4th festival still being used....