Emmajean Felhauer
Nov 4, 2024
V. Emmajean Felhauer, 96, of South Bend, died Monday, November 4, 2024. Arrangements are pending at Halbritter Wickens Funeral Services, Niles.
Annette Hamrick
Nov 3, 2024
Annette Hamrick, 75, of Niles, died Sunday, November 3, 2024. Arrangements are pending at Halbritter Wickens Funeral Services, Niles.
Kenneth Edward Cullum
Nov 1, 2024
Kenneth Edward Cullum, 65, of Niles, died Friday, November 1, 2024. Arrangements are pending at Halbritter Wickens Funeral Services, Niles.
John Yelape
Oct 29, 2024
John Yelape of Niles, Michigan passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 29, 2024, at the age of 92 years. He was born on September 19, 1932 in Niles to John and Rosa (Pirolo) Yelape, and graduated in 1950 from Niles High School. He was member of Saint Mary of the Immaculate Conception Parish in Niles.
Following graduation, John entered the United...
Guadalupe A. Castaneda, Sr.
Oct 28, 2024
Guadalupe A. Castaneda, Sr., 74, of Niles, died peacefully Monday, October 28, 2024, in the comfort of his family’s presence.
His life began December 12, 1949, in Harlingen, Texas, the second of four children born to Roberto and Louisa Castaneda. He married Irma Saldana March 8,1967 in Mercedes, Texas.
Guadalupe and Irma’s parents lived in Texas and were migrant workers who traveled...
Kenneth E. Keith
Oct 17, 2024
Kenneth E. Keith, 93, of Niles, died October 17, 2024. His life began January 17, 1931, in Niles, born to James Keith and Frances Mildred Howell Keith. He passed away peacefully at Brentwood Assisted Living in Niles
Ken served proudly in the United States Army entering the service on November 22, 1948, and retiring October 31, 1971, after 23 years as...
Moonyean Julia Quick
Oct 14, 2024
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Moonyean Julia Quick. She passed away peacefully on Monday, October 14, 2024. She leaves behind her beloved husband, Sherwood, their two sons, Terry and Todd (Susan), and her sister Durbin (Mike) Shikany and nephews Ed, Ben, Andy and niece Nicki. Moonie was preceded in death by her son Brian and nephew Tim.
Moonyean,...
Ronald Wingeart
Oct 8, 2024
Ronald Edward Wingeart, age 82 years of Cassopolis, Michigan; husband, father, grandfather, brother, outdoorsman, athlete, and Barron Lake Boy passed peacefully from natural causes at 9:36 a.m. on Tuesday, October 8, 2024 with his wife at his side at their home.
He was born on September 28, 1942 in Niles, Michigan to Erwin L. and Olive L. (Hansen) Wingeart, was raised...
Louis James Pysklo
Oct 7, 2024
Louis James Pysklo, 82, of Cassopolis, died Monday, October 7, 2024.
His life began September 24, 1942, in Little Rock, Arkansas, the only child born to Louis Pysklo and Marie McDonald.
Louis enjoyed his bible studies and helping anyone and everyone he came in contact with. He loved history and enjoyed watching the History Channel.
Louis will be greatly missed by family and...
Sheila Mazingo
Oct 5, 2024
Sheila Mazingo, 65, of Niles, died peacefully October 5, 2024 in the comfort of her family's presence.
Her life began June 13, 1959 in South Bend, Indiana, the second of three children, born to Allen and Alice Pratt.
Sheila retired from Innovative Products in Niles, June of 2024. She belonged to a pool team named "Chaos" where she met many friends, she...
Becky Suzanne Dobrzykowski
Oct 3, 2024
Becky Suzanne Dobrzykowski, 67, of South Bend, Indiana, died October 3, 2024.
Her life began October 20, 1956, in Niles, Michigan, born to Marion and Mable Bridges.
She married Michael Eugene Dobrzykowski September 10, 1982, in Niles, Michigan. He preceded her in death December 6, 2016.
Becky retired from the Bureau of Motor Vehicles for the State of Indiana. She enjoyed dancing Hula...
Joyce E. Dreitzler
Sep 27, 2024
Joyce Elaine (Canfield) Dreitzler, 94, of Buchanan, died in Niles, Friday, September 27, 2024.
Her life began February 12, 1930, in Mishawaka, Indiana, born to Donald and Gladys (Phillippi) Canfield.
She married Melvin E. “Pete” Dreitzler September 15, 1951, in Buchanan, Michigan. After fifty-seven years of marriage, he preceded her in death May 3, 2009. They became proud parents to their sons,...
Jerry Lee VanDenBerg
Sep 26, 2024
Jerry Lee VanDenBerg, 81, of Niles, died peacefully Thursday, September 26, 2024, in the comfort of his family’s presence.
His life began April 23, 1943, in Byron Center, Michigan, one of four children born to John Sr. and Henrietta VanDenBerg. He married Marty Hostetler July 24, 1999 in Niles, Michigan.
Jerry was a musician, played marimba, drums, and vibraphone. He enjoyed playing...
Betty Jane Snouwaert
Sep 16, 2024
Betty J. Snouwaert age 93, of Niles passed away at her home on September 16, 2024
She was born on September 24,1930 in Sugarbush Wisconsin; the daughter of Jacob and Helen Leick.
Betty was known to be both strong and caring. Her faith was important to her, and she would regularly be in church early. Betty, along with her husband, would plan...
Hector "Jim" Armando Rocha
Sep 13, 2024
Hector Armando “Jim” Rocha, 90, of Wilder, Tennessee, died September 13, 2024. His life began July 23, 1934, in Rio Grande, Texas, one of four born to Jose and Tina (Perez)Rocha.
Jim served in the U.S. Navy during the Korean War and was very proud of his service. He enjoyed spending time with other veterans at the VFW hall. He also...
Sally Joann Flanders
Sep 13, 2024
Sally Flanders, 77, of Edwardsburg, Michigan passed away Friday, September 13, 2024, after a lengthy illness.
Her life began April 26, 1947, in Niles, Michigan born to Frank and Bertha (Bennett)Tharp. She married Thomas Flanders September 20, 1969. They celebrated forty-two years of marriage prior to his passing in April 2012.
Sally lived her entire life in Edwardsburg, Michigan. She was a...
Patricia Dorothea Gondeck
Sep 13, 2024
Patricia Dorothea Gondeck, of Niles, died peacefully Friday, September 13, 2024, She was born September 30, 1931, in Oak Park, Illinois, to Vernon and Dorothy (Hanley) Kamin and grew up in Maywood, Illinois, graduating from Proviso East High School in 1949.
As a gifted pianist, Patricia attended the American Conservatory of Music, in Chicago, Illinois, where she met her future husband,...
George Warren Kirkendall
Sep 5, 2024
George Warren Kirkendall, 89, of Niles, died peacefully Thursday, September 5, 2024, in the comfort of his family’s presence.
His life began November 27, 1934, in Niles, Michigan born to Donivan and Lucille Kirkendall. He married Joyce Miller November 12, 1985, in South Bend, Indiana.
George cherished the outdoors. He loved to fish and hunt and taught his sons as well. He...
Timothy G. Pedzinski
Sep 3, 2024
Timothy Glenn Pedzinski, 64, of Niles, died peacefully Tuesday, September 3, 2024 at Riveridge Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center in the comfort of his wife’s presence.
His life began June 5, 1960 in Michigan City, Indiana, born to Norman and Ruth Pedzinski. He married Marcia K. Brown June 14, 1980, in Indianapolis, IN.
Tim owned and operated John’s Glass for over twenty years,...
Dorthy Odell Depriest
Sep 2, 2024
Dorthy Odell Depriest, age 92 years, formerly of Niles, Michigan; mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, gardener, cook, and shopper died peacefully at 3:00 a.m. on Monday, September 2, 2024 at the River Bluff Nursing Home in Rockford, Illinois following an extended illness.
She was born on July 23, 1932 in Thomasville, Tennessee to Elmo and Loula Mae (McWherther) Pope, and attended school...
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