Obituaries

Robert Louis Bucks

Robert Louis Bucks

Feb 7, 2025

Robert Louis Bucks, 79, of Baroda passed away on Friday, February 7, 2025 at his home.

A private family graveside will take place at Graceland Cemetery, Bridgman. Memorial contributions may be given to Hospice at Home, 4025 Health Park Lane, St. Joseph, MI 49085. Online condolences accepted at www.PikeFH.com

Robert was born on May 11, 1945 in Bridgman the son of the...

Javier "Harve" Villarreal

Javier "Harve" Villarreal

Feb 6, 2025

Javier “Harve” Villarreal, 71, of Bridgman, passed away on Thursday, February 6, 2025 at home.

A memorial service will be held at a later time. Online condolences accepted at www.PikeFH.com

Harve was born on August 5, 1953 in McAllen, Texas the son of the late Tomas and Felicitas (Salinas) Villarreal. He was a graduate of Coloma High School. His family owned and...

Marion Loraine Mabry

Marion Loraine Mabry

Feb 4, 2025

Marion Loraine Mabry, 78, went to meet her Lord on February 4, 2025. 

A memorial service will be held 11 AM on Saturday, February 15, 2025 at Trinity Lutheran Church, 5791 Sawyer Road, Sawyer, MI 49125. Friends may meet with the family from 10-11 AM Saturday prior to the service. A private family burial will take place at Graceland Cemetery, Bridgman....

Carl Joseph Beridon

Carl Joseph Beridon

Feb 1, 2025

Carl Joseph Beridon went to be with his Lord and Savior Saturday, February 1, 2025 in Holland, MI.

He was husband to Loretta (Lori) Sue Owen Beridon. Carl was born on August 16, 1951 to the late Henry Joseph Beridon and Addie Beridon of Kalamazoo, MI. 

Carl earned his educational degrees from Grand Rapids School of Bible and Music, John Wesley College...

Richard Peter Zei, Jr.

Richard Peter Zei, Jr.

Jan 29, 2025

Richard “Dick” P. Zei, Jr., age 76, passed away on January 29, 2025. Born on May 17, 1948, in Chicago, Illinois, Dick was the eldest of twelve siblings and a beloved figure to all who knew him.

Dick shared 55 wonderful years of marriage with his wife, Delcina “Dusty” Zei. Together, they raised six children: Richard, III (Julianne CeCe), Ailene (David)...

Cody James Loggains

Cody James Loggains

Jan 27, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Cody James Loggains, a man whose kindness, generosity, and larger-than-life spirit touched everyone who knew him. Cody passed away peacefully on Monday, January 27, 2025 at the age of 34, surrounded by the love of his family.

Born on January 15, 1991 in St. Joseph, Michigan, Cody was a talented...

Suellen Mae Mischke

Suellen Mae Mischke

Jan 24, 2025

Suellen Mae Mischke, 77, of St. Joseph, MI passed away on Friday, January 24, 2025 at her home.

Suellen was born on March 24, 1947 in Benton Harbor, MI, the oldest of three children, to the late Robert and Thelma (Stromberg) Reifschneider. She graduated from St. Joseph High School in 1965 and also took business classes at Lake Michigan College. She...

Donna Sue Avery

Donna Sue Avery

Jan 22, 2025

Donna Sue Avery, born on Jan. 12, 1939, in St. Joseph passed away on Jan. 22, 2025, in Bridgman.

A celebration of Donna's life will be at 10 a.m. on Monday, Jan. 27, at Lakeside Family Church, 6999 Red Arrow Highway, Stevensville, MI 49127. Online condolences accepted at www.PikeFH.com

Known affectionately as a Silver Beach sand rabbit during her youth, Donna graduated...

Juanita Jean Blosser

Juanita Jean Blosser

Jan 22, 2025

Juanita “Tootie” Jean Blosser, 92, of Bridgman passed away on Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at Hanson Hospice Center in Stevensville.

A funeral service will be held at 11 AM on Monday, January 27, 2025 at Immanuel Lutheran Church, 9650 Church St., Bridgman, MI 49106. Friends may meet with the family from 2-4 PM on Sunday, January 26, 2025 at Pike Funeral...

Douglas Lee Brunke

Douglas Lee Brunke

Jan 17, 2025

Douglas Lee Brunke, known to many as Doug, was a man of great strength, kindness, and dedication. Born on April 13, 1964, in Buchanan, Michigan, Doug lived a life full of passion and hard work. He passed away peacefully at his home in Berrien Springs on January 17, 2025, after a courageous battle with cancer.

We celebrate a life well-lived, and...

Jane Marie Krueger

Jane Marie Krueger

Jan 15, 2025

** Please note change of funeral location **

Jane Marie Krueger, 76, of Bridgman passed away on Wednesday, January 15, 2025 at Corewell Health South, St. Joseph.

A funeral service will be held at 11 AM on Thursday, January 23, 2025 at Pike Funeral Home, Boyd Chapel, 9191 Red Arrow Hwy., Bridgman, MI 49106 with Rev. Kenneth Babcock officiating. Friends may meet with...

Jon Edward Crocker

Jon Edward Crocker

Jan 15, 2025

Jon Edward Crocker, 64, of Stevensville passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, January 15, 2025 at his home.

A funeral service will be held at 11 AM on Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at Immanuel Lutheran Church, 9650 Church St., Bridgman, MI 49106. Friends may meet with the family from 5-7 PM on Tuesday, January 21, 2025 at Pike Funeral Home, Boyd Chapel,...

Shirley Mae Wharton

Shirley Mae Wharton

Jan 10, 2025

Shirley Mae Wharton, 86, of Stevensville, passed away on Friday, January 10, 2025 at Hanson Hospice Center.

A private family graveside service was held at Graceland Cemetery, Bridgman. Online condolences accepted at www.PikeFH.com.

Shirley was born on March 25, 1938 in Stevensville the daughter of the late Harry and Dorothy (Faye) Gulliver. On August 19, 1955 she married John Wharton and he...

Summer Anne Schultz

Summer Anne Schultz

Jan 3, 2025

With heavy hearts we announce the passing of our miracle girl, Summer Anne Schultz, who sadly passed on January 3, 2025.

Born on July 2, 2024, Summer brought immeasurable joy to everyone she met with her facial expressions, beautiful smile and sassy attitude. Though her time with us was brief, the love and joy she brought to our lives will never...

Marjorie Lorine Ehlert

Marjorie Lorine Ehlert

Jan 2, 2025

Marjorie Lorine Ehlert, 96, of Stevensville, formerly of Buchanan, passed away on Thursday, January 2, 2025 at Crown Point Assisted Living. 

A memorial service will be held at 12:30 PM on Sunday, May 25, 2025 at Trinity Lutheran Church of Glendora, 1733 W. Glendora Rd., Buchanan, MI 49107 with Pastor Jon Bendewald officiating. Online condolences accepted at www.PikeFH.com.

Marjorie was born on...

David Lester Anderson

David Lester Anderson

Jan 1, 2025

David Lester Anderson, age 62, peacefully passed away at his home in New Buffalo, MI, on January 1, 2025. Born on August 4, 1962, in Tracy, Minnesota, David led a life rich in adventure.

 David is survived by his beloved children, Colton Anderson and Dakota Anderson. Colton, married to Kaitlyn Anderson (née Van Beveren), has gifted David with two cherished grandchildren,...

Ralf Theodor Joachim

Ralf Theodor Joachim

Dec 30, 2024

Ralf Theodor Joachim, 62, of Bridgman passed away on Monday, December 30, 2024 at Corewell Health South in St. Joseph.

A funeral service will be held at 11 AM on Wednesday, January 8, 2025 at Pike Funeral Home, Boyd Chapel, 9191 Red Arrow Hwy., Bridgman, MI 49106. Friends may meet with the family on Tuesday, January 7, 2025 from 5-7 PM...

William Robert Krause, Sr.

William Robert Krause, Sr.

Dec 28, 2024

William Krause Sr. of Stevensville, Michigan went to be with his Lord and Savior on December 28, 2024 with his loving family by his side.

William Krause was born on August 30, 1932 to the late Carl and Olive (Shinn) Krause of Benton Harbor, Michigan. He was drafted in the Army in 1953 serving in the Korean War, returned home working...

Richard Lynn Johnson

Richard Lynn Johnson

Dec 27, 2024

Richard “Dick” Lynn Johnson, 77, of Stevensville passed away on Friday, December 27, 2024 at Hanson Hospice Center.

At this time, the family will be remembering him privately. Memorial contributions may be given to Trinity Lutheran Church, 619 Main St., St. Joseph, MI 49085, Hospice at Home, 4025 Health Park Lane, St. Joseph, MI 49085, or American Legion Post 568, 3093...

Marilyn Jean Kiel

Marilyn Jean Kiel

Dec 27, 2024

Marilyn Jean Kiel, 92, of Stevensville passed away on Friday, December 27, 2024 at Regency Hospital in East Chicago, Indiana.

A memorial service will be held at 10 AM on Friday, January 3, 2025 at Pike Funeral Home, Boyd Chapel, 9191 Red Arrow Hwy., Bridgman, MI 49106. The family will receive friends from 9-10 AM, prior to the service. Burial will...