Obituaries
Dixie Lee Benke
Sep 6, 2023
Dixie Lee Benke, 86 of Sawyer passed away peacefully on Wednesday, Sept. 6, 2023 at West Woods of Bridgman.
A memorial service will be announced later. Online condolences accepted at www.PikeFH.com.
Dixie was born October 12, 1936 in Sawyer, to the late Henry and Clara (Lange) Benke. She was the first of four daughters, all born at home within...
Charles Ervin Roth
Aug 27, 2023
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Charles Roth, of Stevensville, on August 27, 2023. Charles leaves behind a legacy of love, dedication, and kindness that touched the lives of all who had the privilege of knowing him.
Charles was born in Saginaw, Michigan on June 28, 1947 to Cathrine and Irvin Roth. He...
Rutha Marie Pinkston
Aug 26, 2023
Rutha Marie Pinkston, 96, went to her heavenly rest on Saturday, August 26, 2023, at Hospice of Northwest Ohio/Perrysburg. “Marie” was born on July 4, 1927, in Swifton, Arkansas. She was the second daughter of Cleo and Ruth Hampton East. She grew up in a farming family and learned what hard work was at an early age. Marie was also...
Larry D. Mathews
Aug 16, 2023
Larry D. Mathews, 71, of Stevensville passed away on Wednesday, August 16, 2023 at his home.
Cremation has taken place and at this time, the family will be remembering Larry privately. Memorial contributions may be made to the Humane Society of SW Michigan, 5400 S Niles Rd, St Joseph, MI 49085 or charity of your choice. Online condolences...
Rodger Edwin Kelm
Aug 15, 2023
Rodger Edwin Kelm, 72, of Bridgman passed away on Tuesday, August 15, 2023 at Hanson Hospice Center.
A funeral service will be held at 11 AM on Monday, August 21, 2023 at Trinity Lutheran Church of Glendora, 1733 W. Glendora Road. Buchanan, MI 49107, with Reverend Jonathan Liebich, officiating. Friends may meet with the family from 2-4 PM on Sunday,...
Geraldine "Geri" Elaine Klug
Aug 15, 2023
Geraldine “Geri” Elaine Klug, 81, of Buchanan, formerly of Baroda, passed away on Tuesday, August 15, 2023 at her home.
A funeral service will be held at 11 AM on Friday, August 18, 2023 at Pike Funeral and Cremation Services, The Boyd Chapel, 9191 Red Arrow Hwy, Bridgman, with Pastor Kenneth Babcock, officiating. Friends may meet with the family...
Norma Jean Ray
Aug 4, 2023
Norma Jean Ray, 85, of Stevensville passed away on August 4, 2023 at West Woods of Bridgman.
A funeral service will be held at 11 AM, Wednesday, August 9, 2023 at Pike Funeral and Cremation Services, Boyd Chapel, 9191 Red Arrow Hwy, Bridgman, with Reverend James K. Whitman, officiating. Friends may meet with the family from 10-11 AM on...
James Friedel Jasper
Aug 4, 2023
James Friedel Jasper, 90, of Bridgman passed away on Friday, August 4, 2023 at Hanson Hospice Center.
A funeral service will be held at 1 PM on Tuesday, August 8, 2023 at St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church, 9193 Cleveland Avenue, Baroda. Friends may meet with the family from noon – 1 PM at the church, prior to the service. Burial...
Jay Alan Davis
Aug 3, 2023
Jay Alan Davis, 61, departed this world and entered into eternity on August 3, 2023.
A memorial service will be held at 1 PM on Monday, August 21, 2023 at Lakeside Family Church, 6999 Red Arrow Highway, Stevensville, MI 49127. Friends may meet with the family from 11 AM – 1 PM at the church, prior to the...
Jerry L. Hildebrandt
Aug 2, 2023
Jerry L. Hildebrandt, 63, of Sawyer passed away on Wednesday, August 2, 2023 at Corewell Health South.
A funeral service will be held at 11 AM on Tuesday, August 8, 2023 at Pike Funeral Home and Cremation Services, The Boyd Chapel, 9191 Red Arrow Highway, Bridgman. Friends may meet with the family from 10 – 11 AM, prior to the...
Clifford Allen Gerlach
Jul 27, 2023
Clifford Allen Gerlach, 77, of Bridgman passed away on Thursday, July 27, 2023 at Corewell Health South.
A graveside service will be held at 11 AM on Wednesday, August 2, 2023 at Graceland Cemetery, 8350 Red Arrow Hwy, Bridgman. Memorial contributions may be made to Berrien County Cancer Service, 3900 Hollywood Road St. Joseph, MI 49085. Online condolences accepted at...
Richard Eugene Burkett
Jul 25, 2023
Richard Eugene Burkett, 90, of Bridgman passed away on Tuesday, July 25, 2023 at his home.
A gathering of family and friends will be held from 1 – 3 PM on Friday, August 4, 2023 at Pike Funeral and Cremation Services, The Boyd Chapel, 9191 Red Arrow Hwy, Bridgman. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice at Home,...
Richard Hildebrandt
Jul 24, 2023
Richard Hildebrandt of Baroda passed away on Monday, July 24, 2023.
Rich was born June 1, 1956 on his grandparent’s farm in Weesaw Township to Otto and Phyllis Hildebrandt nee Goodline. He grew up in Sawyer and attended Trinity Lutheran Church and School prior to graduating from River Valley High School in 1975.
Rich was always a hard worker, starting at...
Theodore George Stama
Jul 23, 2023
Theodore George Stama, 72, of Bridgman passed away on Sunday, July 23, 2023 at Corewell Health South, St. Joseph.
A Celebration of Life open house will be held from 4 -7 PM on Friday, August 18, 2023 at Pebblewood Country Club, 9794 Jericho Rd, Bridgman, MI 49106. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be given to the Alzheimer’s...
Leon Erroll Krumrie
Jul 22, 2023
Leon Erroll Krumrie, 62, of Bridgman passed away peacefully, with his family by his side on Saturday, July 22, 2023 at Borgess Pipp Hospital, Plainwell.Cremation has taken place and a private graveside service will be held at later date at Graceland Cemetery, Bridgman. Online condolences accepted at www.PikeFH.com.Leon was born on February 22, 1961 in St. Joseph, the son of William...
Lucille Gladys Grau
Jul 10, 2023
Lucille Gladys Grau, 91, of Stevensville went to be with her Lord and Savior on Monday, July 10, 2023 at her home.
A funeral service will be held at 11 AM on Friday, July 14, 2023 at Christ Lutheran Church, 4333 Cleveland Avenue, Stevensville, with Reverend Martin Measel officiating. Friends may meet with the family from 5-7 PM on...
Linda Lee (Warmbein) Swank
Jul 7, 2023
Linda Lee (Warmbein) Swank, 66, of Bridgman passed away peacefully on July 7, 2023 at her home.
A graveside service will be held at 12 Noon on Thursday, July 13, 2023 at Graceland Cemetery, 8350 Red Arrow Hwy, Bridgman, MI 49106. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to the Humane Society of Southwestern Michigan, Home of...
Gerald "Gerry" William Essig
Jun 27, 2023
Gerald “Gerry” William Essig, 84, of St. Joseph passed away on Tuesday, June 27, 2023 at Hanson Hospice Center.
A graveside service will be held at 11 AM on Wednesday, July 5, 2023 at Lincoln Township Cemetery, 5055 St Joseph Ave, Stevensville, MI 49127. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice at Home, 4025 Health Park Lane, St....
Carol Ann Essig
Jun 25, 2023
Carol Ann Essig, 74, of Bridgman passed away unexpectedly at her home on June 25, 2023.Family and friends are invited to gather for a celebration of life on Friday, July 7, 2023 from 5:00 - 7:00 pm at Pike Funeral Home and Cremation Services, The Boyd Chapel, 9191 Red Arrow Hwy, Bridgman. A private burial service was previously held at...
Mary Lynne Mabry
Jun 18, 2023
Mary Lynne Mabry (Vern) was born in Sheepwash, United Kingdom on April 7, 1966. She passed away tragically at her home on June 18, 2023.
Mary moved to Stevensville, Michigan with her husband at that time (Stephen Mckenzie) and their three children in February of 1994. She never met a stranger, opened her heart to all and was...
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