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A memorial monument paying tribute to and recognizing the Vietnam veterans of Eaton County, who had served their country well in giving the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom will be placed on the ...

Robert “Bob” William Thomas, a man referred to by his children as “The Mayor,” died on Tuesday, May 27, 2025, after a battle with ALS. Bob, 70, of Charlotte, formerly of Gwinn, MI was born on May 17, ...

Kristin “Kris” Marie Peterson, age 60, an extraordinary teacher that loved and supported all her students, passed away at home on May 19, 2025. Kris was born October 21, 1964 in Marquette, MI to ...

Douglas Earl Stites, age 74, a steadfast and principled public servant, passed away peacefully at his home on May 25, 2025. Known for his directness, honesty, and unwavering integrity, Doug lived a ...

Judy Elaine Halsey, age 77, went to dance with the Lord on May 20, 2025. She was born April 14, 1948, to Theron and Wilma (Uhl) Chalender. Judy met the love of her life, Larry Halsey, at the age of 15 ...

Charles “Chuck” Arthur Grettenberger of Eaton Rapids, passed away May 21, 2025, at the age of 78. Chuck was born in Lansing, MI, on June 8, 1946, the son of Herman and Alice (Miller Cole) ...

Henry “Hank” Raymond Emenhiser, 64, of Charlotte, a hard-working family man, died unexpectedly on Saturday, May 17, 2025 at home on the family farm. Hank was born September 23, 1960 in Hammond, IN, ...

Timothy Herbert Bates, age 47, of Mt. Pleasant passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, May 6, 2025, in Carson City. Tim was born on December 22, 1977, in Lansing to parents, Larry and Cory (Rogers) Bates ...

Amy Jo Williamson, 50, of Battle Creek, passed away on May 13, 2025, unexpectedly at her home in Battle Creek, MI. She was born on August 15, 1974, to Max and Dena Ann (Duncan) Troutner in Charlotte, ...

William “Bill” Patrick O’Brien, 77, of Charlotte, a doting husband, loving compassionate father, and epic grandfather, died unexpectedly on Wednesday, May 14, 2025. Bill was born March 20, 1948 at St.