Obituaries

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Alma Miller

Alma Lee Hatcher Miller was born February 17, 1925 to Men and Nora Crow Hatcher in Jonesboro, Arkansas. She was granted her angel wings on April 8, 2024 at the blessed age of 99 years old. Alma had a long and fruitful life. She moved from Jonesboro, Arkansas to Niles, Michigan in 1942, following her father Men Hatcher and brother Harold Hatcher.... ...Read Full Story

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Wanda M. Leets

Wanda M. Leets, 92, formerly of Dowagiac, passed away Tuesday morning, April 16, 2024, at Corewell Health Lakeland Hospital in Niles, MI. She was born on October 7, 1931, in South Bend, IN, the daughter of the late Frank and Mary (Misztal) Szymczyk. On November 17, 1951, Wanda was united in marriage to Donald E. Leets in South Bend, who passed away May 13, 1979.... ...Read Full Story

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Tat P Parish

Tat’s life began January 21, 1976, in St. Joseph, Michigan. Tat was a lifetime area resident who worked as a truck driver and enjoyed building. Tat also enjoyed spending time with his family which includes: his long time partner Shaundra Alalna; two children Killian (Ashley) Parish and Alex Parish; his dad Tat Parish; his mom Angie (Trainer) Parish; three grandchildren Rohan, Waylon, and Sadie; six brothers Warren Parish, Scott (Christine) Parish, Brian Parish, John (Tonya) Parish, Joseph (Ginger) Parish, and David Parish; a sister Amy Parish (Steve Schnider); and several nieces and nephews.... ...Read Full Story

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Mary “Becky” Stauffer

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, May 4, 2024 at 11:00 am at the First Presbyterian Church of Niles. Visitation will be at 10:00 am in the chapel prior to the service. In accordance with Becky’s wishes the memorial will include an organ recital by Sharon Simons Hettinger D.M.A. of Lawrence, Kansas.... ...Read Full Story

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Timothy Lee Polly Jr.

Timothy Lee Poly Jr., affectionately known as Tim, passed away in Niles, Michigan on April 9, 2024, at the age of 48. Born on July 9, 1975, in South Bend, Indiana, and raised by Gloria and Dana Sousley, Tim grew up with a heart ready to love, hands ready to build, and a spirit eager for the adventure that life had to offer.... ...Read Full Story

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Lillie Mae Jernigan

The sun set on a beautiful, vivacious life on April 9, 2024, as Lillie Mae Jernigan, beloved mother, sister, grandmother, and community pillar peacefully departed this world. Born in Paines, Mississippi on January 16, 1936, Lillie’s life was a testament to resilience, dedication, and love. Her generous spirit touched the lives of many, and her creative abilities were reflected in her hobbies, which included baking, shopping, and honing her skills as a seamstress, beautician, and artist. The light of her spirit shone brightly as she was crowned Miss Mt. Calvary Queen twice, an honor that spoke to her charm and grace.... ...Read Full Story

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William “Bill-Bill” Pegan

William Shyler PeGan, known affectionately to his loved ones as Bill-Bill, passed away peacefully on April 8, 2024, at the age of 33, in Edwardsburg, Michigan. Born on September 9, 1990, in Indianapolis, Indiana, to David Lee and Mary Lou PeGan, William’s kind-hearted spirit and radiant smile were a blessing to all who knew him.... ...Read Full Story