Obituaries
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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 a later date. Online condolences accepted at www.PikeFH.com.
Marjorie was born on May 19, 1928 in Buchanan the daughter of the late Loens and Rose (Ott) Strauss. On December 25, 1947 she married Norman...
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
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.
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
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
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...
Darwin James Eisenhart
Dec 23, 2024
Darwin James Eisenhart, 64 of Sawyer passed away peacefully at his home, early Monday morning, on December 23, 2024 after a courageous battle with cancer.
Darwin was born on January 30, 1960 in St. Joseph, Michigan the son of the Late Louis and Gladys (Roe) Eisenhart. Beloved husband of LuAnn (nee Hildebrandt). Loving father of Jared, Justin and Joshua. Dear brother...
Beverly Jean Gast
Dec 19, 2024
Beverly Jean Gast, 86, of Baroda peacefully passed away on Thursday, December 19, 2024 at Caretel Inns in St. Joseph.
A private family burial has taken place at North Shore Memory Gardens in Coloma. Online condolences accepted at www.PikeFH.com.
Beverly was born on April 7, 1938 in Benton Harbor the daughter of the late John J. and Martha A. (Reschke) Smith. She...
Geraldine Ella Versaw
Dec 14, 2024
Geraldine Ella Versaw of Three Oaks passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 14, 2024 at The Willows in St. Joseph.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10 AM on Saturday, December 28, 2024 at St. Mary of the Assumption Catholic Church, 28 W. Ash St., Three Oaks, MI 49128. Friends may meet with the family from 5-7 PM...
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
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
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
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...
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