All Obituaries

Charles E. Rusher, age 68, of Three Rivers, died Thursday, January 26, 2023.  Arrangements are pending at Wagner Family Funerals Connelly Chapel, Cassopolis.

Marilyn Jeanne Hunt, 83, of Cassopolis, died peacefully Wednesday, January 25, 2023 in the comfort of her family’s presence. Her life began March 29, 1939 in South Bend, Indiana one of four children born to John and Madilyn Harper.  She married Robert E. Hunt July 25, 1959 in South Bend, Indiana.  After forty-seven years of marriage, he preceded her in death December 24, 2006. Marilyn will forever have a place in the hearts of many people, especially her family and loved...

Patricia Ann Williams, 91, died peacefully Tuesday, January 24, 2023 in the comfort of her family’s presence. Her life began November 22, 1931 in South Bend, Indiana, the youngest child born to Arthur and Grace Rohrbaugh. She married William Reed Williams July 29, 1950 in South Bend, Indiana. After almost forty-seven years of marriage, he preceded her in death in 1997. Patricia loved her family and cherished spending time with them.  She raised four boys, five including her...

Bruce Elton Warren, 73, of Three Oaks, died peacefully Monday, January 23, 2023, in the comfort of his family’s presence. His life began December 1, 1949, in Michigan City, Indiana the youngest of three children born to Wilbur and Ruth Warren. He married Linda Mathewson December 19, 1981, in Stevensville, Michigan. Bruce loved animals.  He enjoyed fishing, hunting, and spending time outdoors whenever he could. He played softball often and was on a league in St. Joseph. He...

Hazel “Gert” Myrtie Cooper, 70, of Cassopolis, died peacefully Friday, January 20, 2023, in the comfort of her family’s presence. Her life began June 30, 1952, in Dowagiac, Michigan, the daughter of Ted and Fareda Owen. Gert will forever be known as someone who fiercely protected those she loved. She never minced words and shared her thoughts openly. She was a strong woman of faith who regularly sought comfort from the Bible.  She had the best green thumb; always...

Joseph Malec, age 65, of Bangor, formerly of Chicago, died Wednesday, January 18, 2023.  Arrangements are pending at Wagner Family Funerals Connelly Chapel, Cassopolis.

David Terry Ott, 75, of Baroda, died peacefully, Saturday, January 14, 2023, in the presence of his family. David was born April 20, 1947 in Dowagiac, Michigan one of three boys born to Martin and Lydia Ott. David was born in Dowagiac but raised in Baroda his entire life.  He was a successful entrepreneur who organized and operated many businesses in Southwest Michigan including, Hollywood Store and the Blue Goose Inn Bar and Restaurant in Niles. One of his favorite pastimes was...

Rodney Leslie Buck, 55, of Vandalia, died peacefully Sunday, January 8, 2023, in the comfort of his family’s presence. His life began August 20, 1967 in Niles, Michigan, one of four children born to David Sr. and Barbara (Vaughn) Buck. Rodney loved the outdoors, especially hunting, fishing, and mushroom hunting. He was mechanically inclined and enjoyed working on cars and trucks. He was employed by American Axle for over seventeen years. Rodney cherished spending time with his...

Edmund “Ray” Williamson, 66, of St. Joseph, died Tuesday, January 3, 2023. Ray was born April 11, 1956 in Benton Harbor, Michigan, one of six children born to Thomas and Viola Williamson  Ray cherished spending time with his grandchildren and family. When he was younger, he enjoyed hunting and fishing. He loved sports and would watch any teams, his favorite being the University of Michigan, that were playing on the television. He was a social butterfly and enjoyed talking...

Donald Lee “Don” Allen, 69, of Elkhart, formerly of Edwardsburg, died Wednesday, December 28, 2022. His life began April 6, 1953 in Cherry Point, North Carolina the first of three children born to Robert and Mary Allen.  Don was an avid Michigan sports fan.  He enjoyed investing and following the stock market. He loved his cup of coffee and friendships at Callahan’s.  After retiring from Aacoa, he cherished spending more time with family and...