Obituaries
Eric Geoffrey Darscheid
Mar 27, 2026
Eric G. Darscheid of Richland, age 61, passed away peacefully on March 27, 2026, surrounded by his loving family, and “slipped the surly bonds of earth to touch the face of God.”
Eric was born February 7, 1965, to John Michael and Charlene M. (Hayes) Darscheid. He shared his birthday with his dad. Eric was raised in Flint, Michigan, where he...
David M. Tipton
Apr 20, 2026
David Meredith Tipton, 73, of Battle Creek, Michigan died peacefully at home, under the loving care of his family, Senior Care Partners P.A.C.E., and Compassus Hospice, on Monday, April 20, 2026.
Dave was born on February 17, 1953, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, to Roy Elmo and Effie Mae (Bartholomew) Tipton. He lived in Germany for several years while his father was serving...
Daniel Stephen Comben Frank
Mar 24, 2026
Daniel “Dan” Stephen Comben Frank, age 35 of Richland passed away Tuesday, March 24, 2026. He was born in Williamsburg, Virginia on June 22, 1990, the son of Stephen “Steve” and Margaret “Maggie” (Comben) Frank and graduated from Gull Lake High School with the Class of 2008. Dan was a genius when it came to computers and enjoyed building networks...
Jerilyn Lee Finn Cummings
Apr 17, 2026
Jerilyn Lee “Jeri” Finn Cummings, 84, passed away April 17, 2026.
Jeri was born March 31, 1942 in Battle Creek to Edward and Virginia Finn. She belonged to the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses.
Jeri is survived by her sons, William Sawyer and David Hamp; daughter, Georgia Edwards; grandchildren, James Luke Sawyer, William James Sawyer, Amanda Lynn Bruno, Michael Lee Bruno, Brandy...
Ronald Gene Dixon
Apr 20, 2026
The family will receive friends 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon, Saturday, May 2, 2026 at Farley Estes Dowdle Funeral Cremation Preneed Care, Battle Creek where services to celebrate Ronnie's life will begin at 12:00 noon.
A full obituary will appear here shortly. Please check back.
Annette L. Zalner
Nov 29, 2025
Annette L. Zalner, 78, formerly of Battle Creek, passed away November 29, 2025.
Annette was born December 29, 1946 in Battle Creek to Robert and Winifred (Rathburn) Evans. She was a graduate of Battle Creek Central High School and spent her working career at Kellogg’s. In March 1977, she was united in marriage to John E. Zalner. Annette enjoyed attending her...
Lois Annabelle Martin
Mar 27, 2026
Lois A. Martin of Paw Paw, MI died March 27, 2026, at the age of 97. Lois was born in Kalamazoo, MI on March 14,1929. As a child she lived with her family on the Upjohn farms of Richland, where she did various jobs, especially attending and working with horses. After graduating from Richland High School in 1947, she was...
Charlene Marie Edwards
Mar 8, 2026
Charlene Marie Edwards, age 68, was born on July 13, 1957, in Highland Park, Michigan, and passed away peacefully on March 8, 2026, in West Bloomfield, Michigan.
Charlene was preceded in death by her beloved grandparents and her mother, Francis (Heilman) Edwards.
She is lovingly remembered by her father, James Robert Edwards; her son, Christopher James Edwards; her daughter, Crystal Marie (John)...
Andrew Scott Atkins-Johnson
2026
Andrew Scott Atkins Johnson, 40, of Lakewood, Colorado, passed away unexpectedly in early January 2026.
Andy was born on November 26, 1985, in Paw Paw, Michigan. He grew up in both Paw Paw and Mattawan, Michigan, and graduated from Mattawan High School.
A beloved son, brother, father, uncle, nephew, cousin, and friend, Andy treasured spending time with his loved ones. His presence...
Charles W. Perry
Nov 22, 2025
Charles W. “Charlie” Perry, 75, of Battle Creek, died November 22, 2025. Charlie was born May 8, 1950 in Battle Creek to Milo and Elinor (Thornton) Perry. He enjoyed playing guitar, photography and poetry.
Charlie is survived by his two daughters, Vikki (Timmy) Thurman and Cris (Andy) Pifer; four grandchildren, Ryan, Kaleb (Olivia), Veronica (Phil) and Njal; two sisters, Julie Collins...
Michael D. Wood
Apr 22, 2026
Michael D. Wood, 59, died April 22, 2026, at Beacon Kalamazoo following a lengthy illness. Michael was born April 4, 1967, in Marshall to Charles (Dan) and Sandra (Shaver) Wood. When Michael was younger, he participated in 4-H, rodeos, and was active in the Cub Scouts. He graduated from Pennfield High School and went on to serve his country in...
Cecil T. Young
Jan 8, 2026
Cecil Thomas Young, 95 of Battle Creek, MI went home to the loving arms of departed loved ones on January 8, 2026.
Cecil was born on September 23, 1930, in Alpine, Tennessee, to Thomas and Lestie (Winton) Young. He grew up in Battle Creek, Michigan, and graduated from Battle Creek Central High School. He proudly served his country by enrolling in...
Peter W. Hirsch
Feb 3, 2026
Peter W. Hirsch, 86, of Battle Creek, died February 3, 2026, at home surrounded by loved ones. He was born in Chicago, the eldest son of Robert W. Hirsch and Agnes (Bunescu) Hirsch. Growing up in Lawton, Michigan, he attended St. Mary’s of Paw Paw and St. Joseph Seminary of Grand Rapids before graduating from Sacred Heart Seminary in Detroit....
Ralph E. Stacey
Mar 25, 2026
Ralph Edward Stacey, age 83, passed away peacefully on March 25, 2026, at his winter home in Lakeland, Florida Ralph was born on July 17, 1942 at Bronson Hospital in Kalamazoo, Michigan, the son of Arnold Floyd and Rena Tillie (Gernaat) Stacey. He was the oldest of ten children.
He joined the US Army on November 5, 1962. His basic training...
Shirley Van Rhee
Jan 15, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of Shirley Yvonne Van Rhee, age 94, of Richland, Michigan, on January 15, 2026. Born in Oshtemo, Michigan, to Otto and Evelyn Haylett. Shirley dedicated her professional life to the care of others. A graduate of Central Michigan University, she served as a Registered Nurse and Occupational Health Nurse, beginning...
Ruth E. Hammond
Dec 18, 2025
Ruth E. Hammond, 95, of Battle Creek went to be with her Lord & Savior on Thursday morning, December 18, 2025 at Bronson Battle Creek. She was born in Parchment, Michigan on January 31, 1930, the daughter of Marion C. and Rhea E. (Porter) Smith.
Ruth married Robert C. Hammond on October 11, 1947; he preceded her in death on May...
Robert Beach
Jan 25, 2026
Robert F. Beach, 87, of Largo, FL passed away Sunday, January 25, 2026.
He was born April 2, 1938 in Grand Rapids, MI and was preceded in death by his parents Bernard and Mary Ellen Beach, and his sister, Sandra (Bill) Phillips.
“Bob” had a natural talent for woodworking, and after studying drafting at Ferris State University he married Judy Beach and...
George M. Hakes
Apr 21, 2026
George Morrell Hakes of Battle Creek passed into eternity on April 21, 2026, surrounded by his family. Born in Jackson, Michigan, on July 31, 1948, to Donald and Gloria (Gauss) Hakes, George filled his 77 years with friendships, adventure, and grit.
While still a child, George woke hours before school to trap muskrats and mink, which he would sell for their...
Harold F. Yother
Apr 20, 2026
Harold F. Yother, of Battle Creek, passed away on April 20, 2026 at the age of 93.
Harold was born in 1932 in Dayton, Tennessee. His presence had a profound and lasting impact on the lives he touched. A devoted husband, he married his beloved wife, Marjorie, in August 1955, and together they built a life centered on family, loyalty, and...
Michael E. Low
Apr 18, 2026
With deep sorrow, we announce the passing of Michael E. Low, of Augusta, MI, on April 18, 2026, at the age of 79. Mike was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather. He was married to the love of his life and soulmate, Margaret Low, for 58 remarkable years. Together for over 60 years.
A passionate and respected educator for nearly 40...
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