Obituary Listing

Sep 26, 2023

MARGARET ANN ROGEL September 12, 1931 – September 26, 2023

Margaret Ann Rogel, 92, of Torch Lake Township, Kewadin Michigan, also formerly of Watervliet, Michigan, passed away peacefully at her home, Tuesday, September 26, 2023.

Margaret's life began September 12, 1931, in Bainbridge Township, Michigan, to parents Carl R & Emma (Behnke) Skibbe. The first...

Sep 20, 2023

Hunter's life began April 20, 2000, in Niles. He grew up in Coloma where he graduated high school. Hunter was an easy to love person with a huge personality. His passion was fishing, and when you could keep him on dry land he enjoyed going to the racetrack and helping his dad.

Hunter loved his family which...

Sep 15, 2023

James "Ed" Chandler, age 90, Watervliet MI peacefully passed away on September 15, 2023. Ed was born on August 24th 1933 in Memphis Tennessee to the late BF and Alice (McQueen) Chandler. He was also preceded in death by his brothers Floyd, Robert and Jack. Ed was a truck driver for over twenty-five years. He owned numerous businesses in...

Sep 1, 2023

James' life began April 11, 1942, in Barbourville, Kentucky. He grew up in the Flat Lick / Turkey Creek, Kentucky area and then as a young adult moved to Michigan. James worked in construction as a crane operator up to retirement. In his spare time you could find him golfing, fishing, hunting, and enjoying fast cars.

James...

Aug 19, 2023

Elma's life began August 25, 1930, in Eau Claire, Michigan. She spent her childhood in Eau Claire and graduated from Benton Harbor High School. Elma lived most of her life in Southwest Michigan. She worked in accounting for several businesses including Fairmont Homes, Watervliet Hospital and Hartford Fruit Exchange to name a few. Elma loved to help people and...

Aug 12, 2023

Cathy's life began January 1, 1953 in Watervliet. She was a lifetime area resident who enjoyed fishing, shopping, and trying her luck at bingo and the casino. Cathy also enjoyed baking, especially cakes. Cathy and William enjoyed traveling especially to Florida to visit their daughter.

Cathy's greatest joy was her family who she leaves behind to cherish...

Aug 11, 2023

Donald's life began August 21, 1950, in Kennett, Missouri. As a young man his family moved and made their home in Southwest Michigan. Donald worked for DeGroot for a while driving tractor. While working for them he would find arrow heads which turned into a favorite collection of his. Donald worked for Brinks in South Bend driving truck for...

Aug 4, 2023

Kathy's life began August 7, 1950, in Watervliet. She spent her childhood growing up in Watervliet where she graduated high school. After high school Kathy continued her education at Lake Michigan College earning an associate degree. She went to work for several years as a para legal for Butzbaugh & Ehrenberg. She also worked for Whirlpool and Lake Michigan...

Jul 22, 2023

Barbara B Coburn-Whitaker passed into heaven July 22, 2023, at Pine Ridge Nursing Home.

She was born on May 4, 1936 in Marlette, Michigan to Edward and Marion Jarvis.

Funeral services will be celebrated Thursday, July 27, at 12:00 PM at Plymouth Congregational Church in Watervliet with visitation before starting at 11:00 AM. Burial will...

Jul 19, 2023

Vince's life began May 18, 1938, in Watervliet, Michigan. He grew up in Watervliet, where he graduated high school and was a lifetime area resident. After high school Vince proudly served in the United States Navy, and upon returning home Vince went to work for Alden White and Sons for many years. Vince loved his community; one way he...

Jun 29, 2023

Luis' life began June 21, 1959, in Mexico. He relocated to Michigan with his family for work. He enjoyed cooking, dancing, gardening, and spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren. Luis was a loving family man.

He leaves behind a loving family to cherish his memory including: his wife Maria Linares; five children Maria Linares, Jose...

Jun 22, 2023

Cora's life began November 28, 1962, in Benton Harbor, Michigan. She grew up in Benton Harbor where she graduated high school. Cora worked for many years as a bookkeeper for Howell Electric. She loved her family and coordinating gatherings such as reunions and holidays to get them together. Cora found great joy in her daughter and especially doting on...

Jun 21, 2023

Lincoln joyfully made his early arrival June 12, 2023 in St. Joseph, Michigan. He was welcomed by a very loving family including his parents Bill and Heather (Pasden) Whitney; three siblings Ethan, Mila, and his twin brother Luke; grandparents Stephen and Christina Pasden, Sherry (Jim) Eubanks, and Bill (Paget) Whitney; aunts and uncles Hali (Randy) Maas, Don (Sarah) Whitney,...

Jun 18, 2023

David's life began July 8, 1959, in Watervliet. He was a lifetime area resident and graduate of Watervliet High School. After high school David went to work for the Watervliet Paper Mill. In his younger years David enjoyed playing golf and bowling. David enjoyed following MSU football and he was a fan of all the Detroit sports teams. You...

May 24, 2023

Bob's life began February 24, 1963, in Berrien Springs. He grew up in Watervliet, where he graduated high school. After high school Bob worked as a CNC Machinist. Outside of work Bob enjoyed filling his time fishing, hunting, playing horse shoes, bowling, playing pool and softball. He enjoyed watching NASCAR and was a big Detroit Lions Fan.

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May 3, 2023

Jerry's life began November 1, 1936 in the boot heel of Missouri. Known as Jerry Jean by family and friends, she was the oldest of ten children. Coming out of the Great Depression, times were hard and she worked in the cotton fields alongside her parents, siblings, young husband (Thurl Craig) and his family. Each year they followed the...

Apr 29, 2023

Bill's life began March 29, 1945, in Benton Harbor, Michigan. Bill grew up in Benton Harbor where he attended high school until he was old enough to enlist in the United States Marine Corp. Bill proudly served his country for four years. Upon returning home he earned a degree in social work from Southwest College. Bill worked for many...

Apr 27, 2023

Joan's life began February 6, 1931, in Bloomington, Illinois. She lived most of her life in Watervliet where she enjoyed being very active. Joan worked as a secretary and was a member of several organizations including Watervliet Lioness Club, MECA, Small Business Association, and CWAEDC to name just a few. She held the community of Watervliet in high esteem...

Apr 19, 2023

Virginia's life began August 12, 1944, in Benton Harbor, Michigan. She was a lifetime area resident and worked for over thirty years in various positions at Hughes Plastics. Virginia's favorite thing to do was being a loving mom and grandma, and spending time with her family. In her younger years you could find Virginia bowling on leagues, she was...

Mar 26, 2023

Brian's life began January 17, 1962, in Watervliet, Michigan. He was a lifetime area resident and worked most of his life in car sales. Brian enjoyed riding his Harley, singing karaoke, fishing and enjoying time with family and friends. His greatest time was spent with the pride of his life his boys and grandchildren.

Brian leaves behind...