Obituaries

Dec 20, 2020

Duane Louis Schmidt, 82, of Stevensville died on Sunday, December 20, 2020 at the Hanson Care Center, Stevensville.

He was born on December 17, 1938 in the home of his grandparents in Sawyer, MI to Louis and Lottie (Myrda) Schmidt, the first of 5 sons.  He graduated from New Troy High School, pursuing a career in construction...

Dec 17, 2020

John Frederick Russell, 90 of Baroda passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 17, 2020.

Military Rites and a celebration of his life will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions to the Baroda American Legion, Post 345, 9214 1st St., Baroda, MI, 49101. Online condolences accepted at www.PikeFH.com.

John was born on October 14,...

Dec 17, 2020

David Wesley Wickham, 62 of Baroda passed away on Thursday, December 17, 2020 at his home.

The family is planning a celebration of David’s life for this Spring. Online condolences accepted at www.PikeFH.com

David was born April 3, 1958 in St. Joseph the son of the late Donald and June (Reed) Wickham. He graduated class...

Dec 14, 2020

Everett Franklin Holt, 70, of  Berrien Springs passed away on Monday, December 14, 2020 at Spectrum Health Lakeland.

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

Everett  was born Monday, June 5, 1950 in Caruthersville, Missouri the son of the late Everett Lindon  and Opal Lucille  (Rushing) Holt.  Everett  served in...

Dec 13, 2020

Jeanette Helen Reitz, 82, of Baroda passed away on Sunday, December 13, 2020 at her home in the care of her family.

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

Jan  was born May 23, 1938  in New Troy, the daughter of the late Moses   and Hilda  (Hauch) McNees. She married...

Dec 12, 2020

Janice Carole Matthias, 86 of Bridgman passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 12, 2020.

Janice was born June 11, 1934 in Hamilton, Ohio to the late Charles and Hazel (Cordes) Hamilton. In 1952 she married her high school sweetheart, Lewis “Lew” Matthias. Janice was a loving mother and devoted grandmother. Her favorite past times were spoiling her...

Dec 12, 2020

Kristine Marie Haglund, 71 of Stevensville passed away on Saturday December 12, 2020 at The Willows, St. Joseph.

There are no services at this time and the family will be remembering her privately. Online condolences accepted at www.PikeFH.com

Kris was born October 2, 1949 in Iron Mountain, Michigan the daughter of the late George and...

Dec 7, 2020

Ronald Henry Geer, 77 of Niles passed away on Monday, December 7, 2020 at Spectrum Health Lakeland, St. Joseph.

Funeral Services were held  at Bertrand Bible Church with Reverend Tony Slagel, officiating. Burial was in Bertrand Bible Church Cemetery, Niles. Memorial contributions may be made to Bertrand Bible Church, 1008 Ontario Rd, Niles MI 49120. Online condolences...

Dec 7, 2020

Vincent was larger than life in many ways, and a dependable rock of never ending support. His life was a testimony to the power of personal strength, perseverance, kindness, understanding, goodness, faithfulness and love. He achieved his pain free, peaceful self on December 7, 2020, after a hard fought battle with Covid.

Marion Roman (dec. 1978) and Katherine Mary (dec....

Dec 3, 2020

Beryl Eugene Roberts, 91, of  Branch, MI passed away on Thursday, December 3, 2020 at Royalton  Manor, Sr. Joseph.

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

Gene  was born April 4, 1929 in Leechville, Arkansas, the son of the late Willie Marvin  and Nannie Lorine  (Smith) Roberts.  He married Audrey...

Nov 27, 2020

Dieter H. Kruger, 86 of Bridgman passed away on Friday, November 27, 2020 at Spectrum Health Lakeland, St. Joseph.

A funeral service will be held at 11 AM Thursday, December 3, 2020 at Immanuel Lutheran Church, 9650 N. Church Street, Bridgman  with Reverend Edward A. Meyer officiating. Friends may meet with the family from 10 - 11...

Nov 26, 2020

Harry Herman Gnodtke, Sr., 87, of Benton Harbor passed away on Thursday, November 26, 2020 at Spectrum Health Lakeland.

A memorial service will be held and announced at a later date. Burial will take place at New Troy Cemetery. Online condolences accepted at www.PikeFH.com

Harry  was born October 21, 1933 in Bridgman, the son of...

Nov 26, 2020

Martha Magdelane Neiman of Bridgman, Michigan passed away peacefully on November 26, 2020 at Hanson Hospice Center.

Her sweet memories will remain forever in our hearts. In lieu of flowers a donation in memory of Martha Neiman can be made to Sarett Nature Center. 2300 Benton Center Rd. Benton Harbor, MI 49022, phone 269-927-4832, www.sarett.org Online condolences...

Nov 21, 2020

Daniel Craig Schultz, 77, of Buchanan passed away on Saturday, November 21, 2020 in Iron River, Michigan.

Funeral services will be held 11 am Saturday, November 28, 2020 at the Boyd Chapel of Pike Funeral and Cremation Services, 9191 Red Arrow Highway, Bridgman with Pastor James Morgan officiating. Friends may meet the family from 9:30 am -...

Nov 19, 2020

Tyler Allen Harding, 31 of Baroda passed away on Thursday, November 19, 2020

Friends may meet the family from 10 am - 12noon on Tuesday, November 24, 2020 at the Boyd Chapel of Pike Funeral and Cremation Services, 9191 Red Arrow Highway, Bridgman.  A private family service will follow with Reverend Christopher Peddie officiating.  In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions...

Nov 18, 2020

Eleanor Jean  Tollas, 88, of Baroda passed away on Wednesday, November 18, 2020 at Pine Ridge Nursing Center, Stevensville.

A family graveside service was held at Ruggles Cemetery, Baroda and a public gathering of family and friends will be held from 2-4 PM on Saturday, May 8, 2021 at the Vern and Eleanor Tollas Farm.  Memorial contributions...

Nov 15, 2020

Janice Fay Bass McAlpine, 84, passed away Saturday, November 14, 2020 at West Woods Nursing Home in Bridgman.

Janice was born and raised in Benton Harbor, graduating from Benton Harbor High School in 1954 and with honors from Lake Michigan College with an Associate Degree in Dietary Science. She also attended Kalamazoo College and worked at Heath...

Nov 11, 2020

Joseph Carl Johnson, Jr., 88 of Bridgman passed away Wednesday, November 11, 2020 at Spectrum Health Lakeland, St. Joseph.

A memorial service will be held at 2 PM Monday, November 16, 2020 at The Boyd Chapel of Pike Funeral and Cremation Services, 9191 Red Arrow Highway, Bridgman with Reverend Michael A. Hack officiating. Memorial contributions can be...

Nov 11, 2020

Beatrice Akiko Takeuchi passed away peacefully at Hanson Hospice Center in Stevensville. A resident of Harbert Michigan for the past 28 years. Formerly of Hyde Park, Chicago and New York City and Washington D.C. Daughter of Kojiro Takeuchi Publisher of The Great Northern Daily News in Seattle and Koto Masuda. Sister of Richard and Austin deceased and Arthur Takeuchi of Chicago....

Nov 10, 2020

Vernon Elmer Mueller, 88 of Baroda passed away Tuesday, November 10, 2020 at his home.

Funeral services will be held 11:00 AM Monday, November 16, 2020 at Trinity Lutheran Church, 5791 Sawyer Road, Sawyer with Reverend Thomas R. Brazinski officiating. Friends may meet with the family from 2-4 PM Sunday, November 15 at Pike Funeral and Cremation...