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Claudia Burlingham

January 26, 2022 Obituaries

Claudia M. Burlingham, 86, Beloved Wife, Mother, Grandmother, of Pullman, went to be with her Lord on Monday, January 24, 2022 surrounded by her loving family in the presence of her home. Claudia was born April 19, 1935 to Claude and Edna Mae (Smith) Hogle in Pullman.... ...Read Full Story

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Danny Wayne Maness

January 26, 2022 Obituaries

Danny Wayne Maness, 71, of Stevensville, MI, passed away on Friday – January 21, 2022 at Spectrum Lakeland Hospital in St. Joseph. No services are scheduled according to the families wishes. Memorial contributions in Danny’s name may be made to the Berrien County Cancer Service @ 3900 Hollywood Rd., St. Joseph, MI 49085. Arrangements have been entrusted to Starks & Menchinger Funeral Home – 2650 Niles Rd., St. Joseph, MI.... ...Read Full Story

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Michael Pratl

January 25, 2022 Obituaries

Michael’s life began September 11, 1969, in St. Joseph, Michigan. After high school Michael proudly served his country as a United States Marine, where he met his wife Tijen in 1991. After serving in the Marine Corps Michael lived in Texas for 29 years and had two amazing children Nicholas and Nicole. Michael then returned home to Michigan in 2019, continuing his career as a computer system engineer. Michael was very giving, kind, and friendly person. He selflessly always put others before him self especially his children. Michael was a talented musician, song writer and proudly recorded and produced music. Outside of music Michael enjoyed playing golf, drawing, playing video games and watching movies.... ...Read Full Story

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Patricia Lane McNeely

January 25, 2022 Obituaries
Patricia Lane McNeely (79) passed peacefully at home on January 23, 2022. Patricia, better known as “Pat” to her friends and family, was born in Lepanto, Arkansas to the late Allen “Frosty” and Ira (Crawford) Lane on August 12, 1942.
After moving their family from Arkansas to Michigan, the Lane family settled in a little country house, in Buchanan, MI, where Pat grew up and was a 1960 graduate of Buchanan High School.
Being the eldest of 5 kids, Pat’s early life had her caring for her young siblings while attending school as her parents worked. On August 2, 1961, she married Thomas McNeely, with whom she would spend 32 years with and raise 4 children. Pat worked various jobs before becoming a stay home mom and babysitter for several families during the late 80’s thru the early 90’s. She could be found at a football, baseball or softball field cheering on her Bucks or working a concession stand. She enjoyed crafting with her sister and sisters-in-law throughout the years, attending ceramics, taking classes at Erica’s in the old 100 Center, where she proudly took the blue ribbon for her handmade cabbage patch doll. She enjoyed camping with friends and family, mushroom hunting, fishing, and just spending time with family.
Later years you could find her working at Goodwill, where it fed her knack for finding a “good deal” and from where she would retire. Pat lived out her retirement years simply doing what she wanted, even if it was doing nothing at all.
Pat was preceded in death by her parents and her sister Vickie who were waiting to welcome her home. She will be dearly missed by her surviving children, Mark (Leona) McNeely, Stacey (Tony) Williams, Scott (Missy) McNeely and Tara (Matt) Hitt, 9 grandkids, 6 great grandkids along with 20+ bonus grand & great grandkids. Also grieving her loss are her surviving siblings, Phil (Kathie) Lane, Linda (Tom) Davis and Stanley (Anne) Lane as well as many nieces and nephews.
With keeping with her wishes, Pat will be cremated and a celebration of life will take place later this year.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Hoven Funeral Home, Buchanan.
Online condolences may be made at www.hovenfunerals.com.
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Douglas Lang

January 25, 2022 Obituaries

Douglas Vincent Lang, age 68 years of Niles, Michigan, son, brother, uncle, devout Catholic, Knight, and Mr. Fix-it died peacefully at 10:53 a.m. on Thursday, January 20, 2022 at West Woods of Niles following an extended illness. The family is extremely grateful for the West Woods of Niles team that provided Uncle Doug with care, comfort and kindness during such unprecedented times.... ...Read Full Story

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Jerry Wayne Glass

January 25, 2022 Obituaries

Jerry Wayne Glass
July 15, 1942 – January 18, 2022
Jerry Wayne Glass, 79 of Niles, passed away on Tuesday, January 18, 2022. 
Jerry was born on July 15, 1942 in Blytheville, AR to the late Gilbert and Irene (Johnson) Glass. He is also preceded by his brother, Roy “Captain” Glass in 2018 and great granddaughter, Willow Ann Faith Zona-Glass Born and Passed Away 01/18/2021.
Living most of his life in Niles, he was in the Niles High School Class of 1962. Jerry then honorably served in the U.S. Army as a Military Policeman during the Vietnam Era. Jerry was stationed in Petaluma, CA. After serving, Jerry worked for Clark Equipment and then for Sheller Globe.
Jerry loved camping. He also enjoyed deer hunting and trout fishing. Jerry also played darts, pool, bowling and horseshoes. Jerry was a man who cared deeply for his family.  
Jerry is survived by his children; David Wayne Glass of Granger, IN, Steven Bradley (Kate) Glass of Niles, Jeffrey Allen (Whitney) Glass of Niles, 
grandchildren; Colton Wayne Glass, Owen Glass, Jack Worrell, Ethan Worrell, D’Nisha (Jason) Diggins, Kourtney Glass, Dakota Zona-Glass, Ashley Glass, Jonah Glass 
great grandchildren; Alaric, Ella, Truth, Oaklann.
Cremation has taken place.  A graveside service will take place  at Mission Hills Memorial Gardens. 
Arrangements have been entrusted to Halbritter Wickens Funeral Services, 615 E. Main St. Niles. 
Online condolences to the family may be made at www.halbritterwickens.com... ...Read Full Story

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Mary Ann Siska-Hammar

January 25, 2022 Obituaries
Mary Ann Siska-Hammar, 86, of Niles, formerly of Cleveland, Ohio, passed away on Sunday, January 23, 2022, at Westwoods of Niles.
In keeping with her wishes, cremation has taken place, her family will be taking her back to Ohio, where a celebration of her life will be held at a later date.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Brown Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Niles.... ...Read Full Story

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Alice Loretta Bradford

January 25, 2022 Obituaries
Alice was the baby out of 12 children born to Wade and Loretta (Jones) McPeak in Portagesville, Missouri on August 27, 1955.
She was a graduate of South Haven High School class of 1973. She married Willie “Dale” Bradford Jr on January 26, 1974. Together they welcomed their son Willie “Dale” Bradford III in 1975.... ...Read Full Story

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