Obituaries

Ileen "Amina" Guy

Ileen "Amina" Guy

Feb 12, 2024

Amina Guy, born Ileen Marie Henry gained her wings on Monday February 12, 2024.  Amina was born January 29, 1951 in Battle Creek, Michigan the daughter of Charles Henry Jr. and Iva (Corlew) Henry.  

Amina attended Battle Creek Public Schools and completed her education graduating from Pearl High School in Nashville, Tennessee.  

In her early years she worked at Community...

Vaughn Thomas "Tom" Gresly

Vaughn Thomas "Tom" Gresly

Feb 12, 2024

Vaughn Thomas “Tom” Gresly, 80, of Battle Creek, Michigan passed away unexpectedly on Monday, February 12, 2024. He was known to friends as Tom and with affectionate nicknames of “Gres” and “Swamp Thing”. Tom was born on August 1, 1943, in Battle Creek, MI to LaVern and Marion (Balcom) Gresly. He was a proud Bearcat as he was a member...

Dawn Irene Kellogg

Dawn Irene Kellogg

Feb 12, 2024

Dawn Irene Kellogg passed away quietly at home February 12, 2024. She was born August 5, 1948 to William “Bill” and Catherine Kellogg. 

 

She is survived by her son, Samuel Rutter of Dundee, MI; grandchildren, Paris Rutter, Catherine Rutter and Stephen Rutter all of Dundee, MI; brother, Brian (Marilyn) Kellogg of Grand Haven, MI; and nephews, Justin Kellogg of Grand Haven,...

Shirley Jean Sebright

Shirley Jean Sebright

Feb 11, 2024

Shirley Jean Sebright, age 87 of Battle Creek passed away Sunday evening, February 11, 2024 at the University of Michigan Hospital. Shirley was born February 15, 1936 in Battle Creek, Michigan the daughter of Donald Bradley and Lillian (Costen) Bassler. She attended Battle Creek Central High School and worked for several years at the P.N.A. and the Eagles.  

Shirley was...

Eileen J. Lum

Eileen J. Lum

Feb 11, 2024

Eileen June Lum, 73, of Battle Creek, went to be with her Lord on February 11, 2024.  Eileen was born June 13, 1950 in Battle Creek to Charles and Betty (Hodgson) Masters.  She worked many jobs throughout her life including the Weston Biscuit Co, Kellogg Company, Hudson’s and Baker Bros Cleaners.  She enjoyed playing softball, shopping, dancing, cooking and was...

Beverly Jean Warner

Beverly Jean Warner

Feb 8, 2024

Beverly Jean (Fender) Warner of Hickory Corners, MI

     Beverly passed away on February 8, 2024 at Rose Arbor at the age of 86. She was born December 19, 1937 at Bronson Methodist Hospital in Kalamazoo, daughter of Wilbur and Alice (Leonard) Fender. Beverly graduated from State High School and Western Michigan University. She married her high school sweetheart, David...

Donna L. Hanna

Donna L. Hanna

Feb 8, 2024

Donna L. Hanna, 95, of Battle Creek, went to be with the Lord on February 8, 2024. Donna was born February 18, 1928 in Battle Creek to Harry and Edna (Wentworth) Davis. She worked many years at the American Legion Hospital Laundry. She loved working and was one of the hardest workers in any job she held. Donna enjoyed family,...

P. Eric Burtrum

P. Eric Burtrum

Feb 7, 2024

P. Eric Burtrum, age 71 of Battle Creek died peacefully with his family at his side at home on Wednesday, February 7, 2024.    

Philip Eric Burtrum was born on January 26, 1953, in Battle Creek, Michigan, the son of Richard Earl and Betty Marie (Sallee) Burtrum. He has been a Battle Creek resident most of his life and was...

Marlene M. Warren

Marlene M. Warren

Feb 6, 2024

Marlene M. Warren, 77, of Richland, died February 6, 2024.  Marlene was born December 24, 1946 in Kalamazoo, MI to Bruce and Donna (Roberts) Warren. Marlene retired from Borgess Hospital after 40 years of administration service. She also worked at Bayview Gardens for over 20 years with her husband Ron Buck. She was a remarkable artist. Refurbishing and creating beautiful...

Beverly (Pryor) "Bev" Hamilton

Beverly (Pryor) "Bev" Hamilton

Feb 3, 2024

Beverly (Bev) Hamilton, 98 years, a longtime resident of Battle Creek, died February 3, 2024, in Marietta, Georgia.

She was born January 25, 1926, to the late George and Esther (Miller) Pryor in Lakewood, OH. Bev grew up in Bay Village, OH and after graduating from Bay High School, she attended the University of Michigan where she was a member of...

Jerrod Eugene Sherwood

Jerrod Eugene Sherwood

Feb 3, 2024

Sgt. Jerrod Eugene Sherwood, 40, passed away peacefully on February 3, 2024.  Jerrod was born November 5, 1983 in Dowagiac, MI to Roger and Kimberlee (Carter) Sherwood.  He was a loving husband, father, son and brother.  As an avid outdoorsman he enjoyed hunting and fishing.  He also liked racing and found himself building his own race car. Growing up, Jerrod...

Ruth Irene Pickett

Ruth Irene Pickett

Feb 3, 2024

Ruth Irene Pickett, age 87 of Battle Creek passed away peacefully on Saturday evening February 3, 2024.  She was born in Battle Creek on April 11, 1936, the daughter of Clifford and Doris (Sidnam) Crapoff and graduated from Battle Creek Central High School.  Ruth enjoyed spending time with her family and friends, playing games with her grandkids, reading, weekly phone...

Riki June (Rhule) Albert

Riki June (Rhule) Albert

Feb 3, 2024

Riki June (Rhule) Albert, 61, of Battle Creek, Michigan passed peacefully at her home in the presence of her loved ones on Saturday, February 3rd, 2024. She was under the exceptional care of the nurses and physicians of Bronson Hospital (Battle Creek) and Centrica Care Navigators, as well as her children and beloved friends. 

 

Riki was born on the 19th of...

Joseph Daniel "Joe" Vogel

Joseph Daniel "Joe" Vogel

Feb 2, 2024

Joseph Daniel Vogel, 73, of Battle Creek, Michigan died peacefully on February 2, 2024, at Friendship Village in Kalamazoo, Michigan.



Joe was born May 12, 1950, in Chillicothe, Ohio to Jack Rhinehart and Dorothy Jane (Yurko) Vogel. In 1957 he moved to Battle Creek with his family. During high school, Joe was employed as a supervisor in the mechanical gym area...

Glenn Edward Rogers

Glenn Edward Rogers

Feb 2, 2024

Glen Edward Rogers, age 71 of Ceresco, Michigan passed away Friday afternoon, February 2, 2024.   He was born in Iola, Kansas on February 4, 1952, the son of Robert L. and Dorothy Grace Elizabeth (Lear) Rogers, and faithfully served his country as a member of the United States Army from 1970 to 1973.  He enjoyed walking in nature, camping,...

"Jo" Joan May (Voss) Van Boven

"Jo" Joan May (Voss) Van Boven

Feb 1, 2024

Joan May “Jo” Van Boven, 89, of Battle Creek, Michigan, died peacefully on Thursday, February 1, 2024.

Jo was born December 6, 1934, in Pontiac, Michigan.  She earned her bachelor’s degree in education from the University of Michigan and then taught school for several years.  As her family grew, she dedicated her life to raising her children in Ann Arbor.  Jo...

Helen Marguerite (Lambkie) Crofoot

Helen Marguerite (Lambkie) Crofoot

Jan 29, 2024

Helen Marguerite (Lambkie) Crofoot, age 103, passed away peacefully at home on January 29, 2024, with her family surrounding her with love.

 

Helen was born on March 31, 1920, the daughter of Ethel (Stumph) and Harry Lambkie. Helen graduated from Bellevue High School in 1938 and later attended Argubright Business School. During the war years, Helen volunteered as a Grey Lady at...

Ralph A. Moody

Ralph A. Moody

Jan 25, 2024

With great sadness and heavy hearts, it’s announced that a wonderful man, Ralph Arthur Moody earned his gold, silver and bronze Angel Wings.  On January 25, 2024 he was greeted at the Pearly Gates by his beloved wife, only son and wonderful transplant donor.  Ralph was a husband, father and friend to all: since he never met a stranger.

Ralph was...

Richard "Dick" Adams

Richard "Dick" Adams

Jan 24, 2024

Richard E. “Dick” Adams, age 65 of Richland passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday evening, January 24, 2024.  He was born in Kalamazoo on March 5, 1958, the son of Earl and Eileen (DuFault) Adams.   Dick graduated from Gull Lake High School with the Class of 1976 and was employed with Schawk Matthews for many years.   He truly enjoyed...

Robert "Bruce" Brevitz

Robert "Bruce" Brevitz

Jan 23, 2024

Robert Bruce Brevitz died peacefully on Tuesday, January 23, 2024.

“Bruce” was born on November 16, 1928, to Robert and Helen (née Mainone) Brevitz and was the oldest of their two children. He graduated from Battle Creek Central High School in 1946. While there he was named captain of both the school’s football and tennis teams. Following high school, he continued...

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