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Obituaries
Floyd Burdett Robbins
Floyd “Bud” Robbins, 91, of Niles, peacefully passed away at home surrounded by his family on May 7, 2022.
On January 31, 1931, Bud was born to the late Warren and Anna (Steinbach) Robbins in Niles, Michigan.
Bud’s life journey started in Niles and was the baby out of ten other siblings. He grew up in a working-class family who taught him work ethic, respect, and the love of God.
After graduating high school, he decided to honor his country by enlisting in the United States Navy, an experience that he was proud of. Bud spent his time as a sailor almost completely at sea aboard the Heavy Cruiser USS Salem and was fortunate enough to never see battle. He enjoyed sharing stories about his time in the military and was a loyal patriot his entire life.
The one thing that mattered more to him than anything else was his family. Growing up in a household full of siblings taught him the value and importance of having a family of your own. He married his first love, Jean, and their union brought them four very loving children. He did everything he could to provide for his family and to make as many memories with them as he could. He enjoyed traveling and experiencing the beautiful world around him. As a family, there are numerous memories of road tripping across the U.S. National parks were his favorite places to visit as he had a love for all wildlife. He wasn’t ever a man to hunt because he always thought animals were to be appreciated and loved.
Working in the tool and dye industry after his military service rewarded him with a comfortable life, but never without sacrifice and hard work. As his passion for the work he did grew, so did his talents and abilities outside of work. Bud was one that could pull apart and put back together just about any machine you put in front of him. He thoroughly enjoyed lathe work, carpentry, and any other hobby he could find that involved using his hands to create something from nothing. He built steam engines, as well as the house that he lived in. He took pride in his accomplishments and was willing to share whatever knowledge he had if there was somebody who had similar interests. As time went on, he went from being a father, to grandfather, to great-grandfather, and even a great-great-grandfather. He had the privilege of welcoming five generations. He loved his family to his very last breath and will be sorely missed by his friends, family, and loved ones.
Bud is preceded in death by his parents, Warren and Anna (Steinbach) Robbins; all ten of his siblings; his first love, Jean Robbins; one of his children, Floy Jean Fralick; as well as many other extended family members.
Those surviving Floyd include his wife of twenty-two years, Christine (Grentz) Robbins; three of his children, Richard (Laura) Robbins, Raymond (Lafo) Robbins, and Kimberley (Steve) Gagnier; thirteen grandchildren; thirty-six great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren.
A public funeral service will be held at the Niles West Side Seventh-day Adventist Church located at 1105 Grant St. Visitation will start at 10:00 a.m. with services beginning at 11:00. Immediately following the funeral service, Floyd will be laid to rest at Mission Hills Memorial Gardens.
Memorial contributions may be made out to the Niles West Side Seventh-day Adventist Pathfinder’s Club, a group he was a part of and firmly believed in.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Brown Funeral Home & Cremation Services.
Robbins Funeral Service
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Margaret Sharon Emmons
Margaret S. Emmons, 80, of Dowagiac, passed away on Sunday, May 8, 2022 at her home, surrounded by her family.
Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday, May 16 at 1 PM at Sacred Heart of Mary Catholic Church, 51841 Leach Rd., Dowagiac with Father Homic officiating. Burial will follow at Sacred Heart of Mary Cemetery. Friends may visit with the family from 12 PM until the time of the service at the church.
Memorial contributions may be made to Hidden Acres Safe Haven, 50582 Pleasant St., Dowagiac, 49047.
Those wishing to leave an online condolence may do so at www.clarkch.com
Margaret was born on June 2, 1941, in Dowagiac, to Richard & Elizabeth (Walsh) Guy.
She graduated from Dowagiac Union High School in 1956. On August 16, 1958, Margaret married the love of her life, Delmer Emmons, at Holy Maternity Catholic Church. The two were happily married for almost 59 years before his passing in 2017. She began her working career as a Mail Carrier for the Dowagiac Post Office and would eventually be promoted to Mail Clerk. After over 40 years of working for the Post Office Margaret retired. In her younger years, she enjoyed riding her motorcycle whenever possible. She also loved shopping, watching the Magnolia Network, Country Westerns, crossword puzzles, bird watching, baking food for her grandchildren, and most of all spending time with her dogs, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was an incredible lady who will be missed dearly by all who knew her.
Margaret is survived by her son, Chris (Nancy) Emmons of Dowagiac; grandchildren, Melissa (Andrew) Grau, Brianne (Dakota) Okay, Rodney Crawford, Cody (Amanda) Krueger and Chase Krueger; and great-grandchildren, Shelby, Drew, Boston, McKenna, Breyden, Gunner, Easton & Kaedynce.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Richard & Elizabeth; husband, Delmer; son, Mark Emmons; and siblings, Mary & Jim.