Grace Dorothea Smith, 82, of White Pigeon.  On October 7, 1933, Grace Dorothea “Dot” Smith was born on the family farm in McKamie, Arkansas, to Ples and Era (Edwards) Lewis.  Her mom chuckled when she scanned Grace’s birth certificate.  Her date of birth was reported as October 6, 1933, “I know when my children were born.”

Grace had many fond memories of growing up on the farm as she attended the historical Stamps Rosenwald School, named the Lafayette County Training School.

After attending the Arkansas Mechanical and Normal (AM&N) College, now the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff as a business major, she became the proud wife of then, 2nd Lt. Roy H. Smith, Jr., where they traveled through several countries over 20 years.  This union brought forth three children.

She enjoyed entertaining and helping younger wives settle into the army culture, who found her common-sense advice to be comforting. Her hobbies included sewing for her family and interior decorating and studying the cultures of the countries she visited.

After her divorce, she attended a technical school and immediately worked in computer data management at Litton.

Faced with the restrictions that come with dementia, Grace was at various times cared for by both of her daughters.  During that time, she rededicated her life to the Lord.

Grace breathed her last breath and immediately found herself in the Lord’s loving presence on Friday, July 22, 2016.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Ples and Era Lewis, and siblings Harlbert Lewis, Bertrum Lewis, and James Nunnelly.

Those surviving to honor and cherish her memory are her three children: Ameta Yvette (Smith) Bagley of White Pigeon, MI, Jacquelyn Elaine Smith of Winnetka, CA and Jerome Herbert Smith of Rochester, NY; two sisters, Mae Otis (Lewis) Robinson and Jeanette (Lewis) Boccia; one brother, Cecil Lewis; granddaughters, Jolanda Rochelle Scott and Kailee Smith; one grandson, Riley Herbert Smith; and a host of great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

According to her wishes, cremation has taken place.  Memorial services will be held on Thursday, July 28 at 5 PM at Bill and Yvette’s Home.  Interment will occur in McKamie Cemetery in McKamie, Arkansas. Memorial contributions may be directed to the family for maintenance of the family plot.  Arrangements were entrusted to Eley Funeral Homes, Inc., Constantine, .  Online messages may be left for the family at www.eleyfuneralhomes.com.

Martin Ray Wesse, 62, of Constantine, died Thursday, July 21, 2016, in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Arrangements are pending at Farrand Funeral Home in White Pigeon.

Wilber D. Breseman, age 68, of Marcellus, MI passed away unexpectedly Friday, July 22, 2016.
He was born August 14, 1947 in Dowagiac, MI the son of Dale F. and Beverly (Shannon) Breseman. On December 4, 1971 in Marcellus, he married Deborah Kay Carlton who survives.
Wilber graduated from Marcellus High School in 1965. He was a U.S. Army Veteran having served during Vietnam and was a life member of the Marcellus V.F.W. Post 4054. Wilber was a retired farmer and spent countless hours serving the Marcellus community and communities abroad. He was the Founder and Curator for the Marcellus V.F.W. Museum for the last 20 years, Drill Team Drill Sergeant, Rotarian, past Master for Masons, volunteer for the Marcellus Schools and was an active member of Wakelee United Methodist Church. Wilber also volunteered for Alliance for Smiles as part of the surgical team where he participated in missions to many third world countries. In 2010 he was honored as volunteer of the year.
Surviving besides his wife Debbie are two daughters, Heather (Jason) Shenfeld and Joyce (Jeff) Tone both of Marcellus; one son Chad (Kristy) Breseman also of Marcellus; one sister, Patty Cisneros(Greg Welburn) of Lawton, MI ; two brothers, Frank (Marie) Breseman and Mike Breseman both of Marcellus; seven grandchildren, Jacob, Ellie and Abby Tone, A.J. & Alex Shenfeld and Coltyn & Callen Breseman.
The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 PM and 6 to 8 PM Wednesday, July 27, 2016 in the Mater-Ralston Funeral Home, Marcellus. Funeral services will be held at 11 AM Thursday, July 28, 2016 in the funeral home with Pastor John Messner officiating. Burial will follow in the Marcellus Cemetery.
Memorials may be directed to the Marcellus Food Pantry. Online condolences may be left at www.materralstonfuneralhome.com

Dorotha Louise (Dotty Lou) Bent passed away on July 23, 2016 At Rose Arbor Hospice in Kalamazoo Michigan. Dotty was born on December 6, 1927 in Point Marion, Pennsylvania to Howard L. Cree and Lillian M (Downey) Cree. She spent most of her childhood in Melvindale, Michigan and graduated from Howell High School in 1945 . She attended Western Michigan University. In Marcellus, she met the love of her life, Freeland Wade Bent. They were married on June 17, 1949 in the United Methodist Church in Marcellus, Michigan. They made their home at Cedar Lake in Marcellus, where Dotty lived for over 60 years. Dotty worked with her father and husband running Cree Coaches and retired in 1982. She was Past Matron and life member of Ideal Chapter # 167 of The Eastern Star in Marcellus. She enjoyed travel, especially to Mexico, spending time with her family, crafting and baking.

Dotty is survived by her children Valeri A. Bent of Marcellus, Wade L Bent (Mary T Weertz) of Marcellus and their children, Hannah W Bent and Jacob W Bent, her sisters Lois Ann Walterhouse of Kalamazoo, and Susan J Cree of Asheville, NC, and nieces and nephews Kristine A Walterhouse of Apollo, Pennsylvania, Gretchen W Rafferty (Patrick) of Kalamazoo, Gregg R Walterhouse (Elizabeth) of Waterford, Michigan, Brett J Gearhart of Charleston, South Carolina, Sean P Gearhart (Kimberley) of Columbia, South Carolina and Elizabeth M Gearhart of Charleston as well as loved great-nieces and nephews.
Family will receive visitors from 5 to 8 PM Monday, July 25th , 2016 at the Mater-Ralston Funeral Home in Marcellus. A graveside service will be held at 11am Tuesday, July 26, 2016 at the Marcellus Bly Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Hospice Care of Southwest Michigan.
Online condolences may be left at www.materralstonfuneralhome.com

Carol L. Berger, age 61, formerly of Sturgis, passed away Sunday, July 24, 2016 in Centreville.
Carol was born Sept. 20, 1954, in Sturgis, a daughter of the late Robert J. and Burdena (Decker) Berger.
She is survived by her sister, Corinne (Frank) Weaver of Granger, Ind.
A graveside funeral service and burial will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, July 29, 2016, at South Colon Cemetery in Colon, with the Rev. David J. Farrell officiating.
The family was assisted by Schipper Funeral Home in Colon.

Marcia J. Griffin, age 72, of Colon, died Sunday, July 24, 2016, at Sturgis Hospital.
She was preceded in death by her mother, Ann Griffin, and father, John Griffin.
She was born Sept. 8, 1943, in Gary, Ind. She graduated from Indiana University and Western Michigan University. She spent her entire career (48 years) as a teacher and administrator in Michigan. She taught in Bellaire, Olivet College, Colon Community Schools and finished her career at Nottawa Community School.
Keeping to her wishes, there will be no services.
If desired, memorials may be made in Marcia’s memory to either Colon Township Library or Colon Historical Society. Envelopes are available at Schipper Funeral Home in Colon.

Mark Allen Hendricks, age 46, of Sturgis, passed away Sunday morning, July 24, 2016, at his home, with his loving wife at his side.
He was born Sept. 7, 1969, in Sturgis, a son of the late David Dean and Donna June (Wesse) Hendricks.
Mark was a lifelong Sturgis and White Pigeon resident and a graduate of White Pigeon High School with the class of 1989.
On Oct. 19, 1991, he married the love of his life, Jennifer Skinner, at First Baptist Church in Sturgis, by the Rev. James Bender.
Mark was a talented welder by trade and had been employed by Big Foot Hydraulics, Continental Accessories and Grumman Olson and also had worked at area convenience stores.
He was a member of First Baptist Church in Sturgis and the American Pool Association. Mark had a true love of the outdoors and was a skilled hunter, providing many meals for his family with the game he harvested. He also loved fishing and for several years participated in area bass fishing tournaments.
He is survived by his loving and dedicated wife of 24 years: Jennifer; a daughter, Cassandra Hendricks of Sturgis; a son, Caleb Hendricks of Sturgis; two sisters, Tonya Hendricks of Sturgis and Barbara Cox of Bronson; two brothers, David (Heather) Hendricks of White Pigeon and James (Liz) Hendricks of Howe, Ind.; grandmother Juanita Wesse of White Pigeon; and several nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins.
In accordance with his wishes, cremation has taken place. A memorial service celebrating the life of Mark Allen Hendricks will be held at 10:30 a.m. Sunday at First Baptist Church in Sturgis. The Rev. Dennis DeMott will officiate.
The Hackman Chapel of Hackman Family Funeral Homes, 114 S. Nottawa St., Sturgis, is entrusted with the arrangements.
Memorial donations to the family would be appreciated, c/o Jennifer Hendricks, 70265 S. Big Hill Road, Sturgis, MI 49091; or The Autism Society, 4340 East-West Hwy., Suite 350, Bethesda, Maryland 20814.
His obituary is also at www.hackmanfamilyfuneralhomes.com, where personal messages of support may be left for the family.

David Gay “Butch” Hutchison, age 66, of Sturgis, passed away early Sunday evening, July 24, 2016, at his home.
He was born Aug. 3, 1949, in Ravenna, Ohio, a son of the late Guy Jackson and Zella Mae (Ringley) Hutchison.
Butch resided most of his life in Sturgis.
He was employed by Kirsch Company in Sturgis for 30 years until the company closed. He also was a talented carpenter and had built one of his homes.
Butch enjoyed spending time in the outdoors. Some of his favorite activities included hunting, playing golf, fishing, downhill and cross-country skiing and he was an avid fan of Formula One racing. Many will miss his gift of cooking and the joy he found in feeding others. Butch had a true love for his two dogs, Cutter and Riley.
He is survived by his fiancée of 38 years, Mary Lou Willis of Sturgis; a brother:, Lucky Hutchison of Bronson; a stepdaughter, Leslie (Garett Smith) Willis of Novi; two nieces, Jenna (Derek) Mathieu of Kalamazoo and April Ware of Sturgis; two nephews, Kyle (Mandy) Hutchison of Anchorage, Alaska and Evan (Courtney) Hutchison; and several great-nieces and great-nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents; and two sisters, Pat Surrette and Diane Hutchison.
In accordance with his wishes, cremation has taken place. A gathering of family and friends to honor and celebrate the life of David “Butch” Hutchison will be held from 1-4 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 27, at American Legion Post #73, 500 W. Chicago Road, Sturgis.
The Hackman Chapel of Hackman Family Funeral Homes, 114 S. Nottawa St., Sturgis, is honored to be entrusted with the arrangements.
The family suggests those wishing to make a memorial donation in Butch’s memory consider Animal Rescue Fund, P.O. Box 593, Centreville, MI 49032.
His obituary is also at www.hackmanfamilyfuneralhomes.com, where personal messages of support may be left for the family.

Jeffery William Crabtree, 66, of Three Rivers, died Sunday, July 24, 2016 at Heartland Health Care in Three Rivers. He was born in Three Rivers on Jan. 28, 1950 the son of James S. and Frances (Hughes) Crabtree. Jeffery graduated from Three Rivers High School in 1968. Jeffery was an engineer for many years, traveling to many places for his job. He was also a gun enthusiast who enjoyed hunting, target shooting, and collecting.

Jeffery is survived by lifelong companion, Donna Najdowski; four siblings, Leroy Crabtree of Galesburg, Gerry (Joe) Fletcher of Vicksburg, Susan Crabtree (Erik Bergman) of Portland, Ore., and John Crabtree of Florida; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents James and Frances Crabtree.

In keeping with the family’s wishes, cremation has been conducted. A private interment will take place at a later date. Jeffery’s family would like to express their gratitude to the doctors, nurses and staff of Heartland for their compassionate and loving care they gave to Jeffery. Memorials may be directed toward Boy Scouts of America or your local Hospice. Condolences may be expressed online at www.eickhofffuneralhome.com.

Charles D. Walton, age 94, of Nottawa, died on Monday, July 25, 2016 at Three Rivers Health. He was born December 26, 1921 in Hitchcock, South Dakota a son of George and Loa (Hagerty) Walton. He graduated from Bronson High School in 1940 and married Barbara Walter November 14, 1952 in Coldwater. She preceded him in death May 3, 2013. Charles owned and operated his farms in Bronson and Nottawa since 1950. He also designed and produced custom farm machinery and ran a machine repair business. Charles served on the Nottawa School board for 20 years and was active in 4H where he shared his love of animals with many children.

Surviving are his sons Larry (Angie) Walton, Nottawa, Billy (Teresa Metz) Walton, Nottawa, Jon (Sheila) Walton, Sturgis, daughter Nancy Walton, Nottawa, 8 grandchildren, 3 great grandchildren, several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, brother Dale Walton and sister Frances Wolff.

Relatives and friends will be received Friday 2-4 and 6-8 pm and Saturday 12-1 pm at Eley Funeral Home in Centreville. Religious Services will be held at the funeral home Saturday at 1 pm with Pastor Clint Zehr officiating. Interment will be in the Nottawa Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be directed to the St. Joseph County 4-H or to St. Joseph County Animal Control. Online messages may be left for the family at www.eleyfuneralhomes.com.

William E. Hartzell, age 88, of Three Rivers, passed away on Monday, July 25, 2016 at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born on October 30, 1927 the son of the late Samuel and Lucille (Landis) Hartzell.
In 1947 Bill met the love of his life Lillian Hansen whom he married Oct. 29th, 1949. Bill was a contractor, building many beautiful homes in the Three Rivers Area. With a handshake he and Harvey Day bought a farm and developed Riverdale Estates and Glenwood. After retirement he and many of the Hartzell family enjoyed the remaining land.
He leaves to cherish his loving memory, wife, Lillian Hartzell; one daughter, Brenda Higgins; two sons, Craig (Tina), and Bradley (Kathy) Hartzell; one brother, Robert Hartzell; two sisters, Betty Kaper and Mary Clementz; six grandchildren, Chris, Aaron, Jacob, and Bradley Hartzell, Will and Hannah Higgins; three great-grandchildren, Dylan, Keegan, and Judah Hartzell.
The family will receive friends from 11:00 a.m. until time of funeral services beginning at 12:00 p.m. noon on Saturday, July 30, 2016 at the Hohner Funeral Home.
Interment will be held at Peek Cemetery.
Memorial donations in memory of William may be directed to Three Rives Hospice or the Charity of One’s Choice. Envelopes available at Hohner Funeral Home in care of arrangements. Online condolences may be left at www.hohnerfh.com.

Amy Mae Jackson, age 86, of Morley, MI., formerly of Three Rivers, passed away on Monday, July 25, 2016 at Butterworth Hospital in Grand Rapids, following a lengthy illness.  She was born in Fabius Township, MI. on Oct. 30, 1929 the daughter of the late Earl V. and Amy Irene (Pizell) Abrams.

Mrs. Jackson was raised in the Three Rivers area and on June 17th, 1972 was united in marriage to the love of her life Mr. James Richard Jackson.  They soon found their home in Morley, MI., and have been residents there since.  Mrs. Jackson was a member of the New Apostolic Church in Grandville, MI.

Mrs. Jackson was preceded in death by two sons, Denny Ray and Jimmy Jackson, two sisters, Tilly and Ruth, and two brothers, Chuck and Bob Abrams.

She leaves to cherish her loving memory, her husband of forty-four years, James “Jim” Jackson, of Morley, MI.; two daughters, Dianne Fredericks, of Three Rivers, and Linda (Gary) Thumser, of Big Rapids, MI.; two sons, Douglas (Ruth) Burson, of Portage, MI., and Mark Jackson, of Everett, MI.; two brothers, Herb Abrams, of Three Rivers, and Jack Abrams, of Crawfordsville, IN.; nineteen grandchildren and several great grandchildren.

The family will receive friends from 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. on Thursday, July 28, 2016 at the Hohner Funeral Home.
Funeral Services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, July 29, 2016 at Hohner Funeral Home with Pastor Scott Heidma officiating.
Interment will be held at Riverside Cemetery.

Memorial donations may be made to the Butterworth Hospital Heart Center. Envelopes available at the funeral home.

Richard E. Almasi, 78, of Shipshewana, Ind., died Tuesday, July 26, 2016, at Kindred Valley View Nursing Home in Elkhart, after a five-week illness.
He was born May 10, 1938, in White Pigeon, a son of Frank G. and Mary E. (Welker) Almasi Sr.
Richard was a Shipshewana and White Pigeon area resident all his life. He was a veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps.
On Sept. 10, 1960, he married Dixie Lee Hershberger in White Pigeon. She preceded him in death Dec. 20, 1982.
He was a member of the NRA, Wild Turkey Federation, a farmer, tree farmer and raised catfish. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and bowling and was an avid Cubs and Notre Dame fan.
Surviving are his daughter, Christine Mast of Indianapolis; three sons, Michael Almasi of Shipshewana, Mark Almasi of Sturgis and Robert (Brett) Almasi of Grand Rapids; three grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife; two brothers, Frank Jr. and Robert; and a sister, Carolyn.
Visitation will be held 5-8 p.m. Friday at Farrand Funeral Home in White Pigeon. Services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, July 30, 2016, at the funeral home, with Deacon Larry Kasuboski of St. Joseph Catholic Church officiating. Interment will follow in St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery.
Donations may be directed to a charity of choice.

Lester R. Hummel, 89, of Mottville Township, White Pigeon, died Tuesday, July 26, 2016, at Sturgis Hospital, following a short illness.
He was born June 16, 1927, in Constantine, a son of Lester B. and Velma (Shyne) Hummel.
He lived most of his life in southwest Michigan and winters in Florida. He was employed as an electrician for Jerry Krull Home Construction, retiring in 1988.
He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy, serving on the USS Carmick DMS-33 in the Pacific. He attended White Pigeon united Methodist Church, was a past member of Mottville American Legion Post #427, a 4-H leader, and was a pilot who owned a Cherokee 140 airplane.
On Dec. 23, 1947, he married Edith L. Blankenship in Goshen, Ind. She died March 6, 2014.
Surviving are his son, Michael (Carol) Hummel of Commerce City, Colo.; three daughters, Theresa (Gary) Gracey of White Pigeon, Patrice (Billy) Burns Jr. of Elkhart and Nancy (Tony) Gizzi of Waxhaw, N.C.; nine grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; two sisters; a brother; and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife; and two brothers.
Visitation will be held 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Sunday, July 31, 2016, at Farrand Funeral Home in White Pigeon, where services will be held at 2 p.m. The Rev. Ed McCutchan of the United Methodist Church will officiate. Cremation will take place following services.
Donations may be directed to White Pigeon Depot Fund.

Roger L. Schmidtendorff, 86, of Mottville Township, White Pigeon, died Wednesday, July 27, 2016, at his home, following a short illness.
He was born July 7, 1930, in Fabius Township, a son of Lawrence and Edith (Kennedy) Schmidtendorff.
He was a Mottville resident since 1954, coming from Jones. Roger was a machinist, employed 15 years by Burr Oak Tool and Gauge and for 20 years, he owned and operated Rogers Machine in Bristol, Ind. He retired in 1999.
He was a member of the Mottville school board, serving as treasurer, and was a Boy Scouts and Cub Scouts leader. He enjoyed camping and fishing on Lake Michigan.
On June 16, 1951, he married Iris M. Foust in Winnemac, Ind. She survives, along with two daughters, Vicki (Randy) Anderson of Cassopolis, Venus (Ray) Lambdin of Union; three sons, Garry (Debbie) Schmidtendorff of Coldwater , Jeffrey Schmidtendorff of Las Vegas and Randy (Michelle) Schmidtendorff of White Pigeon; 15 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; two sisters, Beverly Alleman and Norma Albano, both of Florida; a brother, Raymond (Nancy) Schmidtendorff of Constantine. Several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his son, Ronnie, and three brothers, Harold, Howard and Larry; and by his parents.
Visitation will be held 6-8 p.m. Sunday and 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Monday at Farrand Funeral Home in White Pigeon. Services will be at 1 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. Interment will be in Mottville Township Cemetery.

Alec J. McKelvey, age 78, of Colon, passed away Saturday, July 30, 2016, at Borgess Medical Center in Kalamazoo.
Alec was born Sept. 30, 1937, in Newberry, Mich., a son to the late Floyd and Mary Elizabeth (LeBel) McKelvey.
On Nov. 4, 1978, he married Diane (Ward) Stevens in Sturgis.
Alec graduated from Newberry High School and later from the Michigan State Police Academy.
He had worked for the Michigan State Highway Deptartment as a surveyor and later was a state police trooper, working out of the Rockford Post, White Pigeon Post and retired out of the Coldwater Post.
Alec had been a Boy Scout Troop leader, was a true Red Wings fan, enjoyed cooking, loved his Harley Davidson, enjoyed the out of doors camping-fishing, he supported veterans – wounded warriors, and had a great sense of humor.
He is survived by his wife, Diane McKelvey of Colon; children, Max (Ellen) McKelvey of Savanna Ga., Sheryl (Gary) Grieder of St. John’s, Susan (Byron) Vanvakias of Ionia, Jon (Jennifer) McKelvey of Portage, Mary (Kurt) Johansen of Sturgis Avison “AG” (Doreen) McKelvey of Billings, Mont., Alec (Melanie) McKelvey of St Clair Shores; step children, Kelli (Mike) Poortenga of Colon, and Todd (Maria) Stevens of Bessemer City, NC; 16 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; and one brother, William (MariAnn) McKelvey of Pahrump, Nev.
He was preceded in death by an infant son, Ben M. McKelvey; and granddaughter Kayley McKelvey.
The family will receive relatives and friends on Tuesday, from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. at the Schipper Funeral Home LTD. in Colon. Funeral services celebrating the life of Alec J. McKelvey will be Wednesday, August 3, 2016 at 11 a.m. at the funeral home with Pastor Clint Zehr officiating. A committal service and burial will follow at Lakeside Cemetery in Colon.
If desired the family suggest memorials be made in memory of Alec to the Fallen Troopers Memorial, c/o Michigan State Police Troopers Association, 1715 Abbey Road, Suite B, East Lansing, MI 48823. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home.

Mrs. Ellen Naomi Broker, age 94, of Three Rivers, passed away on Sunday, July 31, 2016 at the Heartland Health Care Center. She was born on Dec. 10, 1921 in Vicksburg, MI., the daughter of the late Walter G. and Ruby C. (Springer) Fritz.
On December 24, 1940 Ellen married the love of her life Mr. Andrew C. Broker. She was employed by Continental Can Company for fifteen years. Ellen was a Den Mother for the Boy Scouts and honorary member of the Three Rivers C.A.R. Club and the St. Joseph County Horseman’s Association.
Mrs. Broker loved to crochet and was a very talented seamstress and embroiderer; she participated in many area craft shows. She also enjoyed her flowers, especially roses, and tending to her garden as well as word search puzzles, coloring books, and watching the Gaithers, Wheel of Fortune, and Jeopardy on T.V.
Mrs. Broker was preceded in death by her husband, Andy in 2003, one son, Richard A. Broker and four brothers and one sister.
She leaves to cherish her loving memory, two sons, Larry T. (Mary) Broker, of Three Rivers and Terry F. (Diane) Broker, of Sturgis, MI.; Nine grandchildren, Tammy (Robert) Hughes, Holly (Steve) Fryling, Lisa Broker, Torrie (Robert) Thompson, Loreene (John) Kemperman, Jay (Jennifer) Broker, Tabitha Ferrel, Kristina (Kevin) Charles, and Andrew (Katie) Broker; she is also survived by twenty-one great grandchildren and fourteen great-great grandchildren.
The family will receive friends from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. on Wednesday, August 3, 2016 at the Hohner Funeral Home, 1004 Arnold St., Three Rivers, MI.
Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. with visitation one hour prior on Thursday, August 4, 2016 at the Sturgis Evangelical Church, 28201 Fawn River Rd., Sturgis, MI. 49091 with Rev. Rodger Moyer officiating.
Interment will be held in Riverside Cemetery, Three Rivers.
Memorials may be donated to the Sturgis Evangelical Church or a Charity of One’s Choice. Envelopes available at Hohner Funeral Home in care of arrangements. Online condolences may be left at www.hohnerfh.com.

Eddie F. Bowman, 47, of White Pigeon, died Saturday, July 30, 2016, at his home.
Cremation has taken place. A memorial services will held at a later date. Arrangements are by Farrand Funeral Home of White Pigeon.

Francis “Bud” Stanley Krawczak passed away on Saturday, July 30th, 2016 at Heartland Healthcare due to complications related to vascular dementia.

Bud was born on August 14th, 1937 in Saginaw, Michigan to Stanley and Adeline (Mrozinski) Krawczak. He married Mary Ellen Oldenburg and together they had four children. He worked at the Saginaw Grey Iron Foundry for twenty-four years before he and his family moved to Three Rivers in 1979. Here, he was chief engineer of the powerhouse at Hydramatic until he retired in 1989. Following the end of his career with General Motors, he kept busy working various part-time jobs. He enjoyed bowling and golf, as well as spending time with his grandchildren. He was an active parishioner at Immaculate Conception Church as a member of the Knights of Columbus, and he was a frequent blood donor to the American Red Cross. During his lifetime, he was also a member of the Saginaw YMCA Men’s Club and the Chief Engineers Club of Kalamazoo County.

Bud is survived by his wife and their four children, Francis “Bud Lite” (Robyn) Krawczak, Chris (Daryl) Griffith, Cindy Mostrom, and Matthew (Kristin) Krawczak, as well as his younger siblings Gale (Carmen) Krawczak, Daniel (Connie) Krawczak, Jeannine (Robert) Rankin, and Barbara (Michael) Gutowski, and his nine grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents and siblings Margaret Mary and Valerian. “But at any rate,” as he always liked to say, a visitation will be held at Hohner Funeral Home on Wednesday, August 3rd from 2:00-4:00 PM and 6:00-8:00PM, and the funeral mass to celebrate his life will be held at Immaculate Conception Church on Thursday, August 4th at 11:30 AM. Reverend Antony Rajesh and Bud’s cousin Reverend Richard Jozwiak will concelebrate. Memorials may be directed to Bronson Health Foundation or the Three Rivers Public Library.  Envelopes will be available at the church or Hohner Funeral Home in care of arrangements. Online condolences may directed to www.hohnerfh.com.

Martin R. (Marty) Wesse, 62, of Constantine, died Thursday, July 21, 2016, at St. Luke’s Hospital in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.
He was born July 3, 1954, in Three Rivers, a son of Harold G. and Bonnie J. (Schultz) Wesse.
He was a veteran of the U.S. Army. He lived in the Constantine and White Pigeon area most of his life.
He was a truck driver, last employed by Tan Tara Trucking Company. He was a member of White Pigeon American Legion. He enjoyed bowling, Detroit Tigers and spending time with his family and friends at The Tomahawk.
On July 15, 1972, he married Shirley W. Hassinger in Constantine. She survives, along with his mother, Bonnie Juanita Wesse of White Pigeon; two sons, Jeremy (Amy) Wesse of White Pigeon and Harold (Courtney) Wesse of Constantine; four grandchildren; and a sister, Marsha (Dennis) Ward of White Pigeon.
He was preceded in death by his father; a brother, Dennis W. Wesse; and a sister, Donna J. Hendricks.
Graveside services and interment will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 6, 2016, at White Pigeon Township Cemetery. Services are by White Pigeon American Legion Swartz-Van Fleet post #138.
Donations may be directed to the family.
Arrangements are by Farrand Funeral Home in White Pigeon.