Obituaries

Sanae Ackerman

Sanae Ackerman

Dec 9, 2024

Sanae Ackerman, beloved wife of Carl, mother of Tom, Jack, and Janice, and cherished friend, passed away peacefully at the age of 88, surrounded by her loving family. She was married to her devoted husband for 55 beautiful years, during which they created a lifetime of cherished memories together.

Sanae was the proud mother of two sons, Tom and Jack, as...

Joseph Rufus Harding

Joseph Rufus Harding

Dec 9, 2024

Joseph Rufus (Possum) Harding went to rest in the arms of our Lord on Monday, December 9, 2024, joining his loving wife, Pat.

A gathering of family and friends will be held 4-7 PM Thursday, December 19, 2024, at Pike Funeral and Cremation Services, The Boyd Chapel, 9191 Red Arrow Hwy, Bridgman. A Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be held...

James Arthur Buchtel

James Arthur Buchtel

Dec 9, 2024

James Arthur Buchtel, 75 of St. Joseph passed away on Monday, December 9, 2024.

A gathering of family and friends will be held from 5-7 PM on Monday, December 23, 2024 at Pike Funeral Home, The Boyd Chapel, 9191 Red Arrow Hwy., Bridgman, MI 49106. In lieu of flowers, the family asks for donation to The Alano House of Southwest Michigan...

Lori Jean Olmstead

Lori Jean Olmstead

Dec 8, 2024

Lori Jean Olmstead, 64, of Three Oaks, passed away on Sunday, December 8, 2024 at Corewell Health South, St. Joseph.

A gathering of family and friends will be held from 5-7 PM on Friday, December 13, 2024 at Pike Funeral Home, The Boyd Chapel, 9191 Red Arrow Hwy., Bridgman, MI 49106. Memorial contributions may be given toward the needs of the...

Ronald Kenneth Brandt

Ronald Kenneth Brandt

Dec 3, 2024

Ronald Kenneth Brandt, 83 of Three Oaks passed away on Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at his home in the care of his family.

The family will be remembering him privately. Online condolences accepted at www.PikeFH.com.

Ron was a graduate of Lake Michigan College and earned an apprenticeship diploma from the Department of Public Instruction as a certified Tool and Die Maker in...

Melody Reitz

Melody Reitz

Dec 2, 2024

Melody Reitz, 79, of Buchanan passed away on Monday, December 2, 2024 at Hanson Hospice Center in Stevensville.

The family will be remembering her privately and a gathering will be held in the spring. Online condolences accepted at www.PikeFH.com.

Melody was born on February 21, 1945 in Berrien Center the daughter of the late Daniel and Betty (Jochem) Denman III. On January...

Eldon Roy Nitz

Eldon Roy Nitz

Nov 26, 2024

Eldon Roy Nitz, 94, of Baroda passed away on Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at Woodland Terrace, Bridgman.

A funeral service will be held at 11 AM on Monday, December 2, 2024 at Pike Funeral Home, The Boyd Chapel, 9191 Red Arrow Hwy., Bridgman, MI 49106 with Reverend Kenneth Babcock officiating. Friends may meet with the family from 10-11 AM on Monday...

Shirley Yvonne Klint

Shirley Yvonne Klint

Nov 22, 2024

Shirley Yvonne Klint, 96, of Sawyer, Michigan, passed away peacefully on November 22, 2024. She was born on November 21, 1928, in Tokio, North Dakota, and grew up in Galesburg, Illinois.

Shirley joins her beloved husband, Carl Klint, in heaven. Together, they shared a wonderful marriage filled with love and cherished memories. She is survived by her children, Kristine Erickson (Dale),...

Margaret Oman

Margaret Oman

Nov 16, 2024

Maggie (Kerr) Oman, born in Glasgow, Scotland on April 19, 1930, passed away on Saturday, November 16, at Royalton Manor Nursing Home.

A memorial service will be held 11 AM Friday, November 22, 2024 at Pike Funeral Home, Boyd Chapel, 9191 Red Arrow Hwy., Bridgman, MI 49106. Friends may meet with the family 5 – 7 PM Thursday at the funeral...

Brendan Alexander Dent

Brendan Alexander Dent

Nov 13, 2024

Brendan Alexander Dent, 28, of Stevensville passed away on Wednesday, November 13, 2024 at his home.

A memorial service will be held at 11 AM on Saturday, November 30, 2024 at The Chapel, 4250 Washington Ave., St. Joseph, MI 49085. Friends may meet with the family from 10-11 AM at the church, prior to the service. Memorial contributions may be given...

Robert Charles Argue

Robert Charles Argue

Nov 13, 2024

Robert Charles Argue, 63, of St. Joseph passed away on Wednesday, November 13, 2024 at home.

A memorial service will be held at 11 AM Thursday, November 21, 2024 at Stevensville United Methodist Church, 5506 Ridge Rd., Stevensville, MI 49127. Burial will be at Fort Custer National Cemetery in Augusta, MI. Friends may meet with the family from 10-11 AM at...

Leona June Dixon

Leona June Dixon

Nov 11, 2024

Leona June Dixon (Blosser), born November 30, 1956, at Saint Joe Memorial Hospital, bid us a heartfelt farewell on November 11, 2024, at Lakeland Corewell Hospital. Aged 67, Leona spent her life lighting up rooms and hearts with her humor and warmth. She believed in Christianity but had her own unique take on spirituality, bringing an open heart to everyone...

William Joseph Jurak

William Joseph Jurak

Nov 7, 2024

William Joseph Jurak, Sr. 80, of LaPorte, Indiana, formerly of Sawyer, passed away on Thursday, November 7, 2024 at Woodland Manor in Elkhart.

A funeral service will be held at 11 AM EST, on Wednesday, November 13, 2024 at Pike Funeral Home, The Boyd Chapel, 9191 Red Arrow Hwy., Bridgman, MI 49106. Entombment will be at Swan Lake Memorial Gardens, Michigan...

Jean R. Livingston

Jean R. Livingston

Nov 5, 2024

Jean R. Livingston, formerly of Winfield, IL, died peacefully in her sleep on November 5, 2024. She was 82 years old.

A memorial service will be held at 11 AM Saturday, November 16, 2024 at Pike Funeral Home, The Boyd Chapel, 9191 Red Arrow Hwy., Bridgman, MI 49106. Friends may meet with the family at the funeral home on Saturday from...

Teresa Elaine Piller

Teresa Elaine Piller

Nov 3, 2024

Teresa Elaine Piller, 73, of Bridgman passed away on Sunday, November 3, 2024 at her home surrounded by family.

The family will be remembering her privately and a gathering will be held in the spring. Online condolences accepted at www.PikeFH.com.

Teresa “Sis” was born on June 3, 1951 in Niles the daughter of the late Devon and Charlotte (Drone) Johnson. On May...

Judith Ann Jensen

Judith Ann Jensen

Oct 31, 2024

Judith Ann Jensen, 86, of Sawyer transitioned to her home in Heaven on Thursday, October 31, 2024 at Corewell Health South, St. Joseph.

Judy was born on June 3, 1938 in Evergreen Park, Illinois the daughter of the late Henry and Julia (Bihlmeier) Wiegman. On September 10, 1960 she married Warren Jensen, who she met as a teenager when her family...

Patricia Lee Daniels

Patricia Lee Daniels

Oct 31, 2024

Patricia Lee Daniels, 88, of Buchanan passed away on Thursday, October 31, 2024 at her home in the care of her family.

A celebration of life service will be held at a later date. Online condolences accepted at www.PikeFH.com. 

Patti was born on November 28, 1935 in Lansing, Michigan the daughter of the late Albert and Evelyn (Bousfield) Daniels. She was a...

Connie Jeanne Randall

Connie Jeanne Randall

Oct 27, 2024

Connie Jeanne Randall, 69, of Bridgman passed away on Sunday, October 27, 2024 at her home in the care of her family and friends.

The family will be remembering her privately at this time. Online condolences accepted at www.PikeFH.com. 

Connie was born on January 27, 1955 in Chicago the daughter of the late Elmer and Elaine (Fischer) Cooper. On January 13, 1985...

Karen Sue Freehling

Karen Sue Freehling

Oct 23, 2024

Karen Sue Freehling, 81, of Bridgman passed away on Wednesday, October 23, 2024 at Caretell Inns St. Joseph.

A funeral service will be held at 11 AM on Tuesday, October 29, 2024 at Immanuel Lutheran Church, 9650 Church St., Bridgman, MI 49106 with Reverend Dr. Douglas Krengel officiating. Friends may meet with the family from 5-7 PM on Monday, October 28,...

Diane Kay Stark

Diane Kay Stark

Oct 18, 2024

Diane Kay Stark, 62, of St. Joseph passed away on Friday, October 18, 2024 at Hanson Hospice Center in Stevensville.

A memorial service will be held at 4 PM on Friday, October 25, 2024 at Pike Funeral Home, The Boyd Chapel, 9191 Red Arrow Hwy., Bridgman, MI 49106. Friends may meet with the family at the funeral home on Friday from...

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