Obituaries

Troy Wiley Martin, age 82, of Three Rivers, passed away Monday, October 9, 2023 at South Bend Memorial Hospital. He was born January 17, 1941 in Brookhaven, Miss, the son of Aaron and Luvenia (Sanders) Martin. Known around Three Rivers as “The Black Gypsy,” Troy loved riding his decorated bicycle around town while wearing his gypsy gear. He was definitely …

Evelyn R. (Harman) Pant, age 91, of Sturgis, passed away early Sunday morning, October 15, 2023 at Thurston Woods Villa in Sturgis. She was born February 5, 1932 in New York, New York daughter of the late Phillip and Lillian (DeBaum) Harman. Mrs. Pant resided in Sturgis for the past 68 years coming from Maryland. Her early life was spent …

Ragnar L. Paul of Union, age 5 months, of Union City, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Friday, October 13, 2023. Ragnar was born on April 26, 2023 in Three Rivers, a son to Keith and Haley (Montes) Paul. He is survived by his parents Keith and Haley Paul of Union City, siblings: Joshua, Justin, Joseph, Cheyienne, Khaleesi, John, …

Sandra J. Mow, age 74, of Sturgis, passed away late Friday evening, October 13, 2023 at her home. She was born September 24, 1949 in Sturgis, daughter of the late David and Ruth (Short) Schmidt. Sandra was a lifelong Sturgis resident and graduate of Sturgis High School with the class of 1967. She retired in 2017 from LTI Printing in …

Kenneth T. Stiver of Schoolcraft passed away on Wednesday, October 11, 2023 at the age of 91. His life was marked by his admirable career, heartfelt memories, and profound impact on those around him. He was born on October 18, 1931 in Schoolcraft to parents Fred and Mahala (Taylor) Stiver.  Kenneth grew up surrounded by love and a strong sense …

Bonnie Jean Nash, age 83, of Three Rivers, passed away Thursday, October 12, 2023 at her home, surrounded by her loving family. She was born May 5, 1940 in Parkville, MI to Robert and Lillie (Dentler) Owen. She was raised by her grandparents, Ralph and Jessie Dentler. Bonnie enjoyed visiting the casino, family time, and visiting garage sales. Remaining to …

Martha Schwartz, age 79, passed away on Thursday, October 12, 2023 at Thurston Woods Village in Sturgis where she had been a resident since 2019. She was born August 31, 1944 in Centreville, a daughter of Harvey and Elizabeth (Slaubaugh) Borkholder and attended the Nottawa Stone School. On December 22, 1963 she married Jacob B. Schwartz at Locust Grove Mennonite …

Ronald L. Upp, age 82, of Sherwood, passed away on Wednesday, October 11, 2023, at Fairview Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Centreville. Ron was born on February 4, 1941 in Coldwater, a son to the late Darrel and Ruth (Smith) Upp. Living his entire life in the Sherwood area, Ron was a member of the Crossroads Bible Church. He enjoyed …

Carl Andrew Eicher, age 1 month and 27 days, passed away on Wednesday, October 11, 2023, at C.S. Mott Childrens Hospital in Ann Arbor. Carl was born on August 14, 2023, a son to Lee and Edith (Hochstetler) Eicher. Carl is survived by his parents: Lee Andrew and Edith M. Eicher of Colon, siblings: Cynthia Joy, Clayton Michael, Collin Daryl, …

Michael M. Diffendal, age 74, of Shipshewana, died Friday, October 6, 2023, at his residence. He was born December 14, 1948, in Dowagiac to the late Francis Edward and Helen Elizabeth (Imm) Diffendal. Michael was a graduate of Mendon High School. After graduation he joined the United States Marine Corp. He served two tours of duty during the Vietnam War …