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Willidean Munn

Willidean Munn

Jan 29, 2024

She passed away January 29 2024 was born August 22, 1930 in LaGrange county, Indiana to Elmo and Gertrude (cool)Sams. She enjoyed fishing hunting mushroom hunting with her kids and grandkids loved her years making Girl Scout cookies. she was preceded in death by her husband, Lester, Jack Munn daughters, Jackie Thunder, Laura (thunder) Metzger brothers, Charles and Robert Sam’s...

Patricia Ann Turley

Patricia Ann Turley

Jan 29, 2024

Patricia Ann Turley, age 88, a beloved member of the Battle Creek community, passed away on January 29, 2024, at the age of 88. She was born in Battle Creek, Michigan on December 9, 1935, the daughter of Benjamin and Allie (Gould) Chaney. In her years, Patricia developed a strong work ethic. She held various positions throughout her career, working...

Beverly Anne Goddard

Beverly Anne Goddard

Jan 29, 2024

Passed on Monday, January 29, 2024, surrounded by her family. Beverly was born on July 8, 1931, in Battle Creek, the daughter of Carl W. and Maebelle Leona (Strole) Harmon, Sr. She was a lifelong resident of the area and attended Bellevue Schools.  She married John W. Goddard, Jr., on November 30, 1947, he preceded her in death in 2018....

Don Hayes

Don Hayes

Jan 28, 2024

Don Hayes, beloved husband, father, Granddad, brother, and coach, passed away on January 28, 2024, in Richland, Michigan. He was born on July 15, 1947, in Morganville Georgia to Charlie and Mary Hayes.

 

Don dedicated 30 years of his life to working at the Kellogg Company in their warehouse division. He was known for his exceptional work ethic and commitment to...

Marjorie Marie Gilbert

Marjorie Marie Gilbert

Jan 27, 2024

Marjorie (Marge) LaForce Gilbert a well-loved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend died on January 27, 2024, in Battle Creek just 3 months before her 100th birthday.  Marge lived a life that reflected God’s love of all of us.  She was a loving influence on those that met her briefly and especially for those who had the privilege to know her...

Daniel L. Clemence

Daniel L. Clemence

Jan 27, 2024

Daniel L. Clemence, Age 80, of Battle Creek passed away on January 27, 2024. He was born February 1, 1943, in Battle Creek to his parents Richard and Leatrice (Bailey) Clemence. Dan's career spanned an impressive 35 years at Post Foods, where he held the position of Maintenance Supervisor.  Dan was also a master electrician who would often oversee many...

Barbara Ann Flanders

Barbara Ann Flanders

Jan 27, 2024

Barbara Ann Flanders, age 91, of Athens, Michigan,  passed away peacefully on January 27, 2024 at Rose Arbor Place in Kalamazoo, Michigan. She was born on January 7, 1933 in Battle Creek, Michigan, the daughter of Joseph and Maxine (Bruce) Fulkerson.  

Barbara graduated from Athens High School in 1951.  After completing her education, she worked tirelessly for 23 years at...

Michelle Bulifant

Michelle Bulifant

Jan 27, 2024

Michelle Bulifant, a loving wife, devoted mother, and cherished grandmother, passed away on January 27, 2024, in Athens, Michigan. She was born on October 28, 1962, the daughter of George and Hugette (Forgues) Catellier. Michelle's vibrant spirit and kind heart touched the lives of everyone she encountered.

Michelle's career was marked by dedication and excellence. She worked as a Branch Manager...

Helen Sue Keenan

Helen Sue Keenan

Jan 26, 2024

Helen Sue Keenan (Revis), 87 of Battle Creek, Michigan passed away on January 26, 2024 in Battle Creek, Michigan.  Born December 20, 1936 in Dayton, Tennessee, Rhea County of Samuel Burton Revis and Katie Rae Wilkey. Her five sisters, all preceded in death, are Katie Fae Sinclair (Revis), AnnOpal Comfort (Revis), Martha Jane Darling (Revis), Drewena Revis, and Mary Ruth...

Luise Kaufmann

Luise Kaufmann

Jan 23, 2024

Luise Kaufmann, 72, passed away peacefully with her family by her side on Tuesday, January 23, 2024.

Luise was born July 31, 1951 in Marienstein Germany to Sixtus Kaufmann and Maria Magdalena (Schmid) Kaufmann. She came to the United States when she was 16 and became a naturalized citizen in 1974. She fell in love and married Fr. John Marie Vianney.

Luise...

Mary J. Plushnik

Mary J. Plushnik

Jan 22, 2024

Mary Jeanne Plushnik, Age 87, of Ceresco passed away on January 22, 2024. She was born on February 4, 1936 in Battle Creek, Michigan to her loving parents Robert Halder and Margaret (Latshaw) Kellerman. Mary was united in marriage to Robert Lee Plushnik on August 28, 1958. Mary lived a life dedicated to her family. She worked at Kellogg's for...

Catherine "Jean" McMillan

Catherine "Jean" McMillan

Jan 21, 2024

Catherine “Jean” McMillan, age 93 of Battle Creek, died Sunday, January 21, 2024, at The Oaks at NorthPointe Woods. Catherine was born September 16, 1930, in McClure, Illinois the daughter of Samuel and Wanda (Blankenship) Hardin. She was a member of Calvary Baptist Church who loved reading, collecting cardinals and antique dishes. She was a great fan of the Battle...

Bonna D. Tanner

Bonna D. Tanner

Jan 19, 2024

Bonna D. Tanner, age 93, of Battle Creek, passed away peacefully on January 19, 2024, at the Calhoun County Medical Care Facility in Battle Creek, Michigan. She was surrounded by her loving family in her final moments. Bonna was born on April 29, 1930, in Quincy, Michigan, to William and Margaret (Penfold) Barve they preceded her in death.  Throughout her...

Robert E. Moon

Robert E. Moon

Jan 17, 2024

Robert “Bob” E. Moon, 57, of Battle Creek, Michigan passed away on January 17, 2024.  Robert was born on October 25, 1966 to Ronald and Judith (Phillip) Moon.  Robert graduated from Bellevue High School in 1985.  He was employed by II Stanley for many years.  Robert married the love of his life, Connie (Moore) Moon on October 7, 1989.  Robert...

Susan G. Scantlen

Susan G. Scantlen

Jan 11, 2024

Susan Gene Scantlen is the daughter of Gloria Diamond Godfrey and Eugene Godfrey. Susan was married to her loving husband, Rick Scantlen for 49 years. Susan had 4 children, Tim Vaxter, John Vaxter, Kristi Scantlen and Richie Scantlen. She is the niece of Agnes Gallagher. Susan was known as a loving and supportive Nana to her two grandchildren, Destinee Martin...

Donna Lee Sopko

Donna Lee Sopko

Jan 10, 2024

 

Donna Lee Sopko, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother, peacefully passed away on January 10, 2024, in Battle Creek, Michigan. She was born on January 27, 1936, in Greenwood, New York to her loving parents, Donald and Virginia (Lee) Brundage. Donna was known for her unwavering dedication and love for her family and will be deeply missed by all...

Caroline "Carol" Ann Feltner

Caroline "Carol" Ann Feltner

Jan 8, 2024

 

Passed away after an unexpected hospital stay on January 8, 2024, with her daughter by her side. Carol was born on November 5, 1942, in Battle Creek, to Joseph and Florence (Walker) Evans. She attended Battle Creek Public Schools and met the love of her life, Ray Feltner and they were married a short time after on November 15,...

Sophia Beadle

Sophia Beadle

Jan 6, 2024

 

 



Sophia G. Beadle passed away peacefully January 6, 2024 at the age of 87. Sophia was born December 9, 1936 to the late Gust & Mary (Geovanes) Metes. A lifelong resident of Battle Creek, Sophia graduated from Battle Creek Central High School in 1955. Prior to her marriage Sophia worked at Calhoun Federal Savings and Loan, she...

David A. Foster

David A. Foster

Jan 3, 2024

 

David A. Foster left this life for the next on January 3, 2024, in his hometown of Battle Creek. Born on May 8, 1945, David was the son of Ashley and Manch Foster. 

 

David was a 1963 graduate of Lakeview High School. He then went on to pursue higher education and earned a few years of college experience....

Candy Lynn Holevinski

Candy Lynn Holevinski

Jan 1, 2024

 

Candy Lynn Holevinski, age 62, gained her wings to heaven on January 1, 2024 surrounded by family at her home.  She was born on April 10, 1961, the daughter of Myron D. Bruce and Dena Knott both of Battle Creek, Michigan.  Candy was born and raised in battle Creek, the sister of Michael D. Bruce, Cindy Bruce, and Kimmula...

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