Obituaries

Mar 3, 2022

 

Robert J. Olcheske, age 47, of Vicksburg and formerly of Athens, recently passed away at his residence.  He was born on June 27, 1975 in Battle Creek, MI.  He is the son of Robert and Linda (Johnson) Olcheske-Carney and graduated from Athens High School in 1993.  He was previously employed by Summit Polymers, Inc. in Vicksburg for several years. ...

Mar 3, 2022

Connie Jo Becker, age 75, of Battle Creek, died March 3, 2022 at her residence.  She was born on May 9, 1946 in Battle Creek, the daughter of Eugene and Opal (Dragroo) Newman.  Connie graduated from Lakeview High School in 1964 and went on to receive her Associates Degree from Kellogg Community College.  She was employed as a secretary...

Mar 3, 2022

Cremation to take place, no services scheduled.

Mar 2, 2022

Donald Frederick Krauss, died March 2, 2022 at Glenn Arbor Place in Battle Creek, Michigan.  He was born on July 3, 1931 in Sebewaing, Michigan.  He is survived by his beloved wife; Mary (Smith) Krauss, loving children;  Linda (Krauss) Seefeld, and Dr. Brian (Jennifer) Krauss, grandchildren; Melissa (Andrew) Greer, Jessica Seefeld, Heidi (Eric) Westendorp, Peter Krauss, Samuel Krauss, Jared...

Feb 27, 2022

Patricia Ann Wegener, 69 years of age, passed on Sunday, February 27, 2022 at Bronson Battle Creek Hospital. Pattie was born March 17, 1952 in Hillsdale, Michigan to the late Joyce (Mills) and Lorain Farrell.  Pattie is lovingly remembered by her children, Denay (Nick) Reister, Timothy Hamilton, Katelyn Wegener, and Anthony Wegener; 7 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren, and a...

Feb 24, 2022

Ella Lucille Messenger, 83, of Battle Creek passed away Thursday morning, February 24, 2022 at her home surrounded by her husband, daughters and granddaughters.  She was born on October 31, 1938, the first child and daughter of Audrey Mae (Myers) and William P. Blood.

Over her employment years, Ella was employed by Rolling Hills Mobile Home Park...

Feb 22, 2022

DeWayne Allen Bentley, formerly of Battle Creek, died February 22, 2022, at Johnson City Medical Center, Johnson City, Tennessee, surrounded by family. A graveside service will be held Friday, March 25, 2022, at 1:00 pm at Fort Custer National Cemetery. Instead of flowers, donations may be made to Toys for Tots or Wounded Warriors, charities DeWayne supported for many...

Feb 21, 2022

Husband and Father Gaylord F. Huggett of Augusta, Michigan, crossed over peacefully on the 21 st of February 2022 at the Rose Arbor Hospice Center of Kalamazoo.  Gaylord, known by his friends and family as “Duke”, was born February 27, 1936, in Battle Creek, MI to Gaylord M. Huggett and Leah M. Hixson.  He graduated from Battle Creek Central...

Feb 20, 2022

Cremation to take place, no services scheduled at this time.

Feb 20, 2022

Harlan N. DeMott, age 69, of Springfield, MI., passed away on February 20, 2022 at Bronson Methodist Hospital in Kalamazoo, MI.  He was born on November 28, 1952 in Battle Creek, the son of Alvin and Doreen (Hulce) DeMott.  Harlan was a lifelong area resident.  He attended Springfield Schools and graduated from Delton High School in 1971.  Harlan proudly...

Feb 17, 2022

Cremation to take place, with a memorial service to be held at a later date.

Feb 17, 2022

An obituary is not available at this time for Mary Louise (Carmichael) Wagster. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Feb 16, 2022

Harry Glen Ward Jr., age 86, entered the gates of heaven, February 16, 2022, surrounded by the love of his family both near and far. He succumbed to the ravages of Lewy-Body Dementia. Harry was born November 19, 1935, in Bonne Terre, MO to Harry and Scbeulah Ward.

Harry grew up in his small hometown of Desloge...

Feb 15, 2022

Donald E. Walker, age 87 of Battle Creek, died Tuesday, February 15, 2022. He was born November 7, 1934, in Stockbridge, Michigan the son of Leonard Mason and Grace Edna (Riggs) Walker and resided in the Southern Michigan area, graduating from Leslie High School in 1952.  He was employed by Clark Equipment Company in 1955 and retired in 1986...

Feb 14, 2022

James “Big Jim” Caswell passed away on February 14, 2022, at Bronson Methodist Hospital in Kalamazoo after a long battle with health issues. James was born on March 2, 1963, to his mother Lavonna Marriott. He is also survived by his son, James R. Caswell, two grandsons, Elijah (Quin) Briskie and Gavyn Caswell; two sisters, Pam (Todd) Hagist and...

Feb 9, 2022

Delva J. Brendum, age 97, of Pennfield, MI., passed away on February 9, 2022 at Bronson Battle Creek.  She was born on June 17, 1924 in Saginaw, Michigan, the daughter of Otto and Clara (Schramm) Rau.  Delva moved from Saginaw to Battle Creek in 1941.  She had previously worked at a diner in Battle Creek where she met the...

Feb 8, 2022

Debra A. Wilson, Age 36, and infant daughter, Giovanna V. Williams, 32 weeks, passed away unexpectedly on February 8, 2022 at Bronson Battle Creek.  Debra was born on March 24, 1985 in Battle Creek, the daughter of William D. and Patricia (Hawk) Wilson.  Debra was lifelong area resident and attended Harper Creek High School and graduate of Operation Grad. ...

Feb 8, 2022

Delaney Marie Caitlyn Starks, 28, of Battle Creek Michigan left this world to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on February 8, 2022. She left behind her beloved sons Camden Nathanial, 10, and Mason Elliot, 5. She was born in Marshall, MI on February 11, 1993, the loving daughter of James A. Starks and Anne Marie (Palmer) Starks. ...

Feb 7, 2022

Margaret L. Nelson, age 87, of Battle Creek, passed away on February 7, 2022 at her residence surrounded by her family.  She was born on November 24, 1934 in Battle Creek, the daughter of Ernest and Mary (Lindauer) McGee.  Margaret made her residence in Venice, Florida for 23 years before returning back to Battle Creek.  Margaret was a graduate...

Feb 4, 2022