Scrapbook of Mrs. Joyce Winslow

Joyce Winslow was the daughter of Abner and Hazel (Weston) Disbrow, she was raised on a farm North of Watervliet on county line road. These news articles are in her scrapbook, now in possession of Faye Rouse. Thank you Faye for generously donating your time to transcribe these and for donating your work to the Berrien County, Genealogy Project. The articles here are in alphabetical order.

ROUSE: Birth announcement, Aug. 1975, Melissa Ann Rouse, born 31 July 1975 to Douglas and Sandra Rouse

ANDREW, RUCKDASHEL: Wedding Announcement Mr. & Mrs. Clarence E. Ruckdashel invite you to share in the joyous occasion at the marriage of their daughter Janice Kay to Douglas Andrew Jr. This union of their love will be on Saturday, the tenth of March Nineteen hundred and seventy nine at half past six in the evening at Trinity Baptist Church, Mesa, Arizona

AVILES, WENDZEL: July 28, 1984 Marriage services of Lois M. Wendzel and Anthony A. Aviles at Salem Lutheran Church, Coloma, MI officiated by Pastor Rev. Linden Wendzel, the Lector Rev. William E. Fischer, Soloist Clifford Dietrich and Shelia Hattig, Organist Lisa Lohmeyer, Trumpeter Joel Sasso, Maid of honor Kimberlee Jean Wendzel (sister of the bride) Matron of Honor Debra Ann Grieser (sister of the bride) Best Man Dale Hammer cousin of the groom, Bridesmaids Anna Marie Bean, Diann Ruth Davidsmeyer, Jill Ann Wendzel cousin of the bride. Groomsmen John Briney, Marc hettig, Thomas L. Wendzel brother of the bride, Timothy L. Wendzel brother of the bride. Parents of the bride Mr. & Mrs. Kenneth (Leola) Wendzel. Parents of the groom Mr. & Mrs. Joseph (Cindy) Aviles.

BODFISH, KING: Newspaper date unknown Cindy King and Alan Bodfish were married Aug. 6 at the Hartford United Methodist Church. Rev. Leonard Schoenherr of Watervliet performed the ceremony. Parents of the bride are Lucius and Carol (Mcness) King of Watervliet. The groom is the son of Duane and Gloria Bodfish of Watervliet. Luann Harden was matron of honor. Bridesmaids were Wendi Eisen, Sheila Frazee and Jodi Jaquays. Kelly Hutchins was flower girl and Andrew Schied was ringbearer. Serving as best man was Clinton King. Ushers were Wayne Quigley, Bob Banasik, Rich Smidt, Bruce Bodfish and Andrew Bodfish.

DISBROW, KRONBORG: Mr. & Mrs. Warren Disbrow and Mr. & Mrs. Carl Kronborg invite you to share in the joy of their children's wedding Karleen Ann Disbrow and Timothy Lee Kronborg on the thirteenth day of March Nineteen hundred and eighty-two at two o'clock in the afternoon Central Christian Church Mesa, Arizon

DISBROW, LONGJOHN: Wedding Announcement, unknown paper, 1978 Patricia Anne Disbrow daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Dennis Disbrow Sr., and Brian Edward Longjohn united in marriage Saturday 28 Jan. 1978 at Paw Paw Christian Church, Paw Paw, MI.

DISBROW, NORDAHL: Wedding Announcement In the spirit of Christian joy Debra Lynn Nordahl and Dennis Albert Disbrow, Jr. will join their lives to one another forever on Saturday, the sixth of May Nineteen hundred and seventy-eight at five thirty in the afternoon at the Christian Church Paw Paw, Michigan . We invite you to worship with us and witness our vows. If you are unable to attend we ask your presence in thought and prayer. Reception Following at Mr. & Mrs. Dennis Disbrow, Sr.

DISBROW, SHIRA: Wedding Invitation Mr. & Mrs. Warren E. Disbrow have the honor of announcing the marriage of their daughter Margaret Irene to Mr. Jeffery Lynn Shira on Saturday the sixth of June Nineteen Hundred and eighty one Central Christian Church Mesa, Arizona.

ELLIS, WAKINS: Newspaper, year unknown Kelly Marlene Watkins and Nathan Kent Ellis III were married Sept. 15, at Simpson United Methodist church, Bangor, MI. Rev. Morris Rhinehart performed the ceremony. Parents of the bride are Mr. & Mrs. Otto Watkins. Kris Adams was maid of honor, and Theresa Cagle Distefano was matron of honor. Bridesmaids were Karen Watkins, sister of the bride and Laurie Gruetzmacher. Marnie Wirick and Courtney Hammond were flower girls and Matthew Wirick was ringbearer. Patrick Watkins, brother of the bride, served as best man. Ushers were Douglas Watkins brother of the bride, served as best man. Ushers were Douglas Watkins, brother of the bride, Mike McKibben, David Disteano, Jamie Watkins, brother of the bride and Larry Adams.

GRIFFIN, UNRATH: Janet Kay Unrath and Keith William Griffin were married Sat., Oct. 23 1982 at Midway Baptist Church Watervliet, MI. The Rev. Hrold Knickerhocker, Pastor performed the ceremoney. Parents of the bride are Mr. & Mrs. Claude Unrath, Hartford, Michigan. The groom is the son of Mr. & Mrs. William Griffin of Benton Harbor, Michigan. Miss. Cathy Anderson was maid of honor and Mrs. Joel Shroyer was matron of honor. Bridemaids were Miss Sandra Unrath, Miss Lisa Unrath and Miss Wendy Arny and junior bridesmaids were Miss Dana Unrath adn Miss Kristy Arny. Serving as best man was Jim Ridge. Ushers were Steve Parce, Jim DeLapa, Jamie Pruiett, Anthony Gagliardo and Mark Stuut. Junior ushers were Allen Arny, Mark Unrath and Brian Arny.

GRYNICH, ROGEL: Wedding Announcement, unknown paper, Oct., 1976, Wedding of Monica Joyce Grynwich, daughter of Mrs. Ruth Grynwich of Lakeside, MI and Mr. John Grynwich of Niles, MI and Alex Victor Rogel Jr. son of Mr. & Mrs. Alex Rogel Sr. of Watervliet, MI, united in marriage at 2:00 p.m. on Oct. 16, 1976 at St. Agnes Catholic Church in Sawyer, MI. Given in marriage by her grandfather Mr. Rhine Krone. Matron of honor: Mrs. Daniel Cortese of Three Oaks, MI sister of the bride. Bridesmaids were Mrs. William Haney, Miss. Victoria Krone, Miss. Karen Rogel, sister of the groom, Miss. Rebecah Bender, Miss. Kathy Keller and Miss Renda Bender. Flower girls: Shannon Bender and Cindy Kliemchen. Ring Bearer: Jon Hamey. Best man: Walley Hamey, Ushers: William Haney, John Grynwich, brother of the bride,Donald Schultz, Alan Barchett, Kieth Krieger, David Rogel, brother of the groom,Daniel Cortese, Dennis Hack and Paul Bailey.

HILL, WATKINS: Newspaper, 1986 Kimberly Marie Watkins and Anthony Wayne Hill were married July 26, 1986 at a 3 p.m. ceremony, Pastor Grant Fanger officiated. The bride is the daughter of Kenneth and Mary Watkins of South Haven. The groom is the son of Charles and Joan Hill of South Haven. Maid of honor was Beth French, matron of honor was Jill Newton. Bridesmaids were Debbie, Aimee and Christy Watkins all sisters of the bride. The Best man was Tim Corbett of South Haven. Groomsmen were Brian Smith of Kalamazoo, Matt McKane of Detroit and Wade Brooks of South Haven. Ushers Clark Jones and Brian Skinner. Darren and Darryl Swaggerty were the ring bearers.

HOWARD, DAVIS : Unknown Newspaper, 1978, 50th Anniversary of Mr. & Mrs. Alton Howard. Mrs. Robert (Alora) Davis and Alton Jay Howard daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Alton Howard hosted the occasion of the celebration of their parents golden wedding anniversary this past Sunday Oct. 29th. Alton and the former Viola Anthony were united in marriage on Oct. 27, 1928 at the Methodist parsonage which at that time was located on High Street at the present location of the First National Drive-in-Bank. Viola is the daughter of Ethel and Harry E. Anthony, of South Haven, both deceased. Alton is the son of the late O.J. Howard a well known veterinarian and Lena Howard 94 years old, who has been a resident of Watervliet for 70 years. Alton is a registered professional engineer and land surveyor in MI and Georgia and has practiced his profession in this vicinity 49 years as construction superintendent of the Austin Co. of Chicago. He also spent 4 years serving in the U. S. Army during WWII as a combat engineer with the Pacific Theater. They have 3 grandsons Keith, Kenny and Kevin Davis.

JASTER, MURPHY: Wedding Announcement Mr. & Mrs. Edgar Jaster request the honour of your presence at the marriage of their daughter Jill Ruth to Robert James Murphy on Saturday the fourteenth of November Nineteen hundred and eighty-one at three o'clock in the afternoon at St. John Lutheran Church Montello, Wisconsin.

JASTER, SITTIG: Wedding Program of Luann Marie Jaster and Robert Paul Sittig. St. John's Lutheran Church, Montello, Wisconsin, Saturday, Aug. 4th, 1979 4:00 P. M., Solo: Sisters of the Bride Nancy and Gail Jaster, Officiant: Pastor Paul Kolander, Organist Mrs. Paul Kolander, Guitarist: Nancy Jaster (sister of the bride), Rice Girl: Kristen Jaster (sister of the bride) At Guest Book: Sarah Kern, Maid of Honor: Susan Duesterhoeft, Bridesmaids: Jill Jaster, Rebecca Jaster (sisters of the bride), Best Man: Don Seltz (cousin of the groom), Groomsmen: Kevin Mathleus, Jim Sittig (brother of the groom) Parents of the Bride: Mr. & Mrs. Edgar Jaster, Parents of the Groom: Mr. & Mrs. Leonard Sittig.

JONES, SCHEID: Hartford Newspaper, 1979 Darcel Jones and James E. Scheid were married Saturday, Sept. 22, at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Watervliet. The Rev. Adolph Nadrach performed the ceremony. Parents of the bride are Mr. & Mrs. Dale R. Jones of Hartford, MI and the groom is the son of Mr. & Mrs. Louis J. Scheid of Watervliet, MI. Mrs. Tamra McNees was maid of honor. Bridesmaids were Miss. Janet Unrath and Miss. Dorinda Jones (sister of the bride) and Decima Jones (sister of the bride). Jennifer Scheid was flower girl and Shane Bailey was ringbearer. Serving as his brothers best man was Thomas Scheid. Ushers were Donald Engiehardt, Mark Malin and Barry Jones, brother of the bride.

JONES, FULLER: 1986 Newspaper Decima Kay Jones and Richard Fuller, were married July 5, at Hartford United Methodist Church. The Rev. John Hice performed the ceremony. Parents of the bride are Mr. and Mrs. Dale Jones of Hartford. The groom is the son of Richard Fuller Sr. of Hartford and Glenda Harrison of Covert. Christine Parker was matron of honor. Bridesmaids were Darcel Scheid, Dorinda Jones, Lisa Deloach, Sandi Moore, Raceen Fuller. Teresa Genovese was flower girl and Zach Stoner was ring bearer. Serving as best man was Mark parker. Ushers were Barry Jones, Steve Stoner, Mark Deloach, Steve Harmon, David Deloach and Ronnie Fuller.

KRIEGER, PURKIS: 1979 Newspaper Camp Warren, Benton Harbor was the setting for the wedding of Caryn Ann Purkis and Keith George Krieger. The Rev. Harvey Lord, minister of Plymouth Congregational Church, Watervliet, performed the outdoor ceremony on Sat., Jund 2nd.
Parents of the bride are Mr. & Mrs. Claude E. Purkis, Jr. of Birmingham, MI. The groom is the son of Mr. & Mrs. George D. Krieger of Watervliet, MI. Miss. Carla Purkis, sister of the bride was maid of honor. Bridesmaids were Mrs. Paul (Karen)Nickels, sister of the groom, Mrs. Kenneth (Margaret) Krieger, sister-in-law of the groom, and Miss. Debbie Oathout. Serving as his brothers best man was Kenneth Krieger. Groomsmen were Paul Nickels, Rich Lachman and Patrick Briney, Claude Purkis III and Cullen Purkis, brothers of the bride served as ushers. The bride is a graduate of Wylie E. Groves High School and Western Michigan. The Groom is a graduate of Watervliet High School, Lake Michigan College and Western Michigan University. He is employed at Salute Foods, Montgomery, Ala.

KUYT, MAY: Wedding Announcement In the spirit of Christian joy Mr. and Mrs. Alfred W. Kuyt request the honour of your presence at the marriage of their daughter Ruth Ann to Warren Dee May as they vow their lives to one another Saturday, the twenty-fourth of February Nineteen hundred and seventy-nine at two o'clock in the afternoon Galilee Baptist Church Glendale, Arizona

LACKER, KREIGER: Marriage Announcement, unknown paper, May 1978 Margaret Ann Lacker daughter of Rev. and Mrs. Robert J. Lacker married Kenneth Charles Krieger son of George and Jane Krieger Friday 19 May 1978 at the First United Methodist Church of St. Joseph. Maid of honor: Barbara J. Lacker sister of the bride. Best Man: Keith G. Krieger, brother of the groom. Bridesmaid: Margo L. Ameling and Karen R. Nickels sister of the groom. Grooms attendants: Gary C. Ameling and Paul D. Nickels brother in law of the groom. Ushers: Gregory L. Cerecky and Peter J. Froehlich cousin of the bride.

LOLOTTA, SARNO: Mr. & Mrs. Jerry Sarno and Mrs. Rose La Lotta invite you to share their happiness as their daughter, Ann and her son John, share the Sacrament of Matrimony. A Wedding Mass will celebrate their union Sat. the twenty-eight of July, nineteen hundred and seventy-nine 12:00 noon St. Joseph Catholic Church, St. Joseph, MI.

MATSON, WINSLOW: Marriage Announcement, unknown paper, 1975, Linda Ann Matson, daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Robert Matson married Allen Dale Winslow son of Mr. & Mrs. Charles Winslow Saturday, Aug. 16, 1975 at Peace Temple, United Methodist Church, Benton Harbor, MI. Mr. & Mrs. Robert Matson were from Warsaw, In. , Mr. & Mrs. Charles Winslow were from Watervliet, MI. Matron of Honor was Miss. Sandra Matson sister of the bride, brides maids were, Miss. Karen Krieger, Miss Catherine Sells and Miss Gail Sarno. Best man was Dennis Hollar, Charles Hadley, Garry Unrath, Robert Matson Jr. Linda Matson graduated from Benton Harbor High School, Lake Michigan College and Western University and is a second grade teacher in Coloma. He graduated from Hartford High school, and Western University and is a cost accountant for Chemetron.

McNEES: 50th Anniversary, Unknown newspaper, 1980, Mr. & Mrs. Carl McNees were honored at a surprise open house June 22, 1980 at the home of their son-in-law and daughter, Mr. & Mrs. Lucius (Carol) King of Watervliet, also hosting the open house was the couples son and daughter-in-law Mr. & Mrs. Donald McNees of Hartford, MI. Carl McNees and the former Florence Shingledecker were married June 21, 1930 in South Bend, Ind and have lived in this area all their lives.

POLMANTEER: Watervliet Record, Sept. 25, 1975, Janyce Polmanteer,daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Lester Polmanteer, Watervliet, MI and Robert Hutchins son of Mr. & Mrs. G. W. Hutchins of Watervliet, MI. were married Friday Sept. 19, 1975 at St. Joseph Catholic Church Watervliet, MI. Matron of Honor: Margo Saetre sister of the bride, bridesmaid: Miss Mary Beth LaMarche of Ill., Mrs. Steve (Sharla) Evans, Middleville, MI. Best Man: Gary Phillippi, of Watervliet, MI. Ushers were Dan Hutchins brother of the groom and Tom Harper of Watervliet, MI.

ROGEL: Watervliet Record, Sept. 1975, Alex and Margaret Rogel will be married 25 years on Sept. 2, 1975. They were married Sept. 2, 1950 at St. Paul's United Church of Christ, Bainbridge Township, Watervliet, MI. Helen (Rogel) Fellner, served as the maid of honor and bridesmaids were Wanda (Skibbe) Ray Sturgis and Leona (Schmidt) Janke. Bestman was Raymond Rogel. The couple have five children son's Gary, Robin,Victor and David Rogel daughters Sharon Schultz and Karen. Alex owned and operated Alex Auto Repair in Coloma for 15 years.

SARNO, PAYOVICH: Marriage Watervliet Record 1975, Mr. & Mrs. Gerald Anthony Sarno are on a Wedding trip to Las Vegas following their marriage Saturday, July 29, 1975, at St. Joseph Catholic Church St Joseph Mi. Parents of the bride the former Laura Lynn Payovich and Mr. & Mrs. Thomas Payovich St. Joseph, MI . The Groom is the son of Mr & Mrs. Jerry Sarno of Covert, MI. Miss Robin Hettig was maid of honor. Bridesmaids were Miss Cheryl Barry, Miss Kathleen McCourt, Miss Julie Payovich, sister of the bride and Miss Janice Sarno sister of the groom. Amy Lynn Landeck was flower girl and Harry John Sarno was ringbearer. Serving as best man was James Sarno. Ushers were John Schueneman, John Conlin, Andrew Regan. Tim Pullano, John Lomacz and Thomas Payovich, brother of the bride.

SARNO, WITKOWSKI: Wedding Invitation Jerry and Elda Sarno together with Ted and Judy Witkowski request the honor of your presence at the marriage of their children Janice and Ted. The Wedding mass will be celebrated Saturday the twenty-third of March Nineteen hundred and eighty-five at two 0'clock in the afternoon St. Joseph Catholic Church , St. Joseph Mi.

SCHEID, JONES: Unknown paper, Sept, 1979, Mr. & Mrs. Dale R. Jones and Mr. and Mrs. Louis J. Scheid invite you to witness as their children Darcel Jones and James Scheid share the Sacrament of Matrimony with each other. A wedding Mass will celebrate this union Sat. the 22 of Sept. 1979 at 2:00 p.m. at the St. Joseph Catholic Church, Watervliet, MI

STOUGHTON, UNRATH: 1981 Newspaper Julie Stoughton and Maurice Wayne Unrath were married Sat. Dec. 5, at Bloomingdale Christian Church. The Rev. Bill Napp pastor of the church and the Rev. Dennis Karrow of 58th Ave. Baptist Church Cicero, Ill., performed the ceremony. Parents of the bride are Mr. and Mrs. Arvid Stought of Paw Paw, MI. The groom is the son of Mrs. Fannie Unrath of Greenville, Tenn. Mrs. Randy Koehn, sister of the bride, was matron of honor: Bridesmaids were Mrs. Thomas Adriance, Mrs. Dennis Karrow and Miss Maureen Unrath, sister of the groom and junior bridesmaid was Miss Jori Ortegon. Angela Karrow was flower girl and Jeremy Alfieri was ringbearer. Serving as best man was Randy Olds. Ushers were Mike Woodward, Richard Conklin, Michael Campo, David Moss, Doug Stoughton, brother of the bride and Randy Koehn. The bride is a graduate of Faith Baptist Academy, attended Bob Jones University and is a graduate of the American Beauty College, Kalamazoo. The groom is a graduate of Hartford Hight school and attended Lake Michigan College. He is engaged in farming in Bangor, MI.

STOUGHTON, UNRATH: Mr. & Mrs. Arird Stoughton and Mrs. Fannie Unrath invite you to share in the joy of the marriage uniting their children Julie Ann and Maurice Wayne on Saturday, the fifth of December Nineteen hundred and eighty-one at six o'clock in the evening Bloomingdale Christian Church corner of Cherry and Pine St. Bloomingdale, Michigan. Wedding Program - Scripture Reading: Pastor Bill Napp, Wedding Ceremoney: Pastor Dennis Karrow, Matron of Honor: Debbie Koehn, Best Man: Randy Olds, Bridesmaids: Beth Adriance, Marilyn Karrow, Maureen Unrath, Jori Ortegon, Groomsmen: Mike Woodward, Rich Conklin, Michael Campo, Dave Moss. Ring Bearer: Jeremy Alferi, Flower Girl: Angelo Karrow, Ushers: Doug Stoughton, Randy Koehn.

WENDZEL, GRIESER: Unknown paper, Mr. & Mrs. Kenneth Wendzel and Mr. & Mrs. Dean Grieser invite you to share in the joy of the marriage uniting their children Debra Ann Wendzel and Jerrold Bruce Grieser on Saturday, Jan. the sixth 1979 at Salem Lutheran Church, Coloma, MI. Maid of Honor: Lois Wendzel (sister of the bride), Bridesmaids: Kimberlee Jean Wendzel (sister of the bride), Mrs. Robert Scaletta (sister of the groom) Mrs. Frank Megna and Miss Abigail Woodruff. Best man: Mark Brusveen Ushers: Mort Leith, Robert Scaletta, Gary Bluschke, Donald Paul, Thomas Wendzel (brother of the bride) and Timothy Wendzel (brother of the bride). The bride is a graduate of Watervliet Hight School, attended Lake Michigan College and is a senior at Western Michigan University majoring in special education. The groom is a graduate of Watervliet high school and Lake Michigan College and is engaged in farming in Bainbridge township.

WESTON, ROSS: Wedding Announcement, unknown paper, 1978 Mr. & Mrs. Ronald Weston request the honor of your presence at the marriage of their daughter Carol Lynn to Mr. David Martin Ross on Friday, the ninth of April Nineteen hundred and seventy-six at three-thirty o'clock St. Alphonus Church 224 Carrier Street Northeast Grand Rapids, Michigan. [Ronald Weston, was the son of James Weston, grandson of Lucius Weston who owned a farm in Hartford township.]

Acton, Robert Franklin, son of Eva and Orry Acton was born on Aug. 16, 1894 in Benton Harbor, MI. He attended Fish Corners School in Covert, MI where he graduated form the 8th grade. He later attended school in Benton Harbor, Mi. In 1912, he married Elizabeth Weston of Hartford, MI. Out of this union two son's were born , Donald and Robert Jr. Donald passed away at age 3. Robert was employed by J. B. Toland Chevrolet as a mechanic and C & O RR in New Buffalo. They later moved to Long Beach, CA. where Elizabeth passed away. Robert married his second wife Leah, Aug. 21, 1953. She survives him in Caryville, Florida where they have lived the past 21 years. Son Robert preceded him in death in Downey, CA. in 1974. Newspaper, 1979

Arnold, Leroy, 75, of Watervliet died April 21 in Bry Fern Nursing home. Mr. Arnold was born Feb. 24, 1901 in Hart, MI and was retired from Watervliet Paper Co. Surviving are his widow, Ann; 2 daughters, Mrs. Hershell (Norma) Harris and Mrs. Ray (Noreen) Zuchowski, both of Coloma and a brother Myrl of Claremont, Fla. Newspaper, 1976

Bachman, Harold H., 90, of Coloma died Thursday, Feb. 17, at Dowagiac Nursing home. He was a member of the Coloma Methodist Church. Burial was in Coloma Cemetery. He was a member of the Coloma Masonic Lodge 162. He was a member of the Coloma Order of the Eastern Star No. 307 and a Past Patron of the chapter, a member of the Low 12 Club of Berrien County, a 32 degree Mason, Valley of Grand Rapids and a Shriner, Saladin Temple, Grand Rapids. The Rev. Tim Closson, Coloma Methodist Church officiated at the Service. Mr. Bachman was born Feb. 1, 1893 in Coloma. He owned and operated Bachman Standard Oil in Coloma from 1940 to 1970. Survivors include his wife, the former Alpha Hagle; one son Donald of Hartford; five daughters, Mrs. Walter (Mary) Cooper of Lake Panasoffkee, Fla, Mrs. Howard (Alice) McNabb of Tampa, Fla. , Mrs. Earl (Jean) McKean and Mrs. William (Jane) Furlan both of Watervliet., and Mrs. Walter (Jackie) Wuebles of Bellville, Ill.; two brothers, Norman of Hartford, and Bernard of Coloma, one sister, Mrs. Sara Marie Larsen of Grand Rapids, nine grandchildren and 20 great grandchildren. His first wife Esther preceded him in death in 1943. Newspaper Feb. 17, 1983

Baldwin, Laura Harper, 87, expired July 27, 1979. She was born in Watervliet on May 23, 1892, the daughter of James and Frances Harper. She spent her entire life in this community. She was a long time and valued employee of the Watervliet Paper Company as advertising Service Clerk beginning her duties on Sept. 15, 1919 and retiring on June 29, 1962. Surviving are nieces and nephews. Her husband Glen died Dec. 13, 1972. Newspaper, 1979

Branch, Mrs. Cecil, 68, of Watervliet, died Mon. surviving are her husband Cecil; a daughter Mrs. Richard (Beverly) Fisz, Mishawaka, In. 4 grandchildren, a sister, Mrs. Clara Wood, Lima, Ohio. Newspaper, July 25, 1977

Bridges, Orrial, 91, owner and operator with her late husband, Sheldon of the former Bridges Olds Chevrolet dealership in Watervliet, died Thursday, Sept. 18. She was a member of the Congrational Church of Watervliet. Mrs. Bridges was born June 29, 1895. She was a member of the American Legion Auxilary Post 338 of Watervliet, Rebecah Lodge, The ladies Metropolitan Club, and a member of the Paw Paw Lake Yacht Club. Survivors include a granddaughter Paula Jeanne Bridges of Watervliet. Her husband preceded her in death in 1961 and a son Richard, in 1978. Newspaper, date unknown (1986?)

Bridges, Richard, 58, owner of Bridges Chevrolet and Oldsmobile agency, Watervliet died Tuesday. Mr. Bridges was born July 26, 1920 in Watervliet. He was a veteran of WW II. Active in civic affairs, he was a Watervliet City commisioner for 12 years. Watervliet Township constable, Watervliet Fire Dept. board member for 12 years. Commissioner for Berrien County Soldiers and sailors relief commission. Watervliet Airport Board and was recently nominated for Who's Who in MI. He was a past commander of American Legion Post 380. Survivors include his wife the former Virginia Arnold; a daughter Paula Watervliet and his mother, Mrs. Orrial Bridges of Watervliet. Newspaper, Oct. 10, 1978

Butzbach, Alfred, 91 of Hartford died Friday Nov. 5. He was born Dec. 2, 1884 in Bainbridge township. He was a retired farmer and retired employee of Watervliet Paper Mill. Survivors include his wife, the former Myra Olds whom he married June 14, 1911 in Bainbridge township, a daughter , Mrs. Claude (Doris) Unrath of Hartford and 2 sister Mrs. Alice Willmeng, Bainbridge and Mrs. Luella Cooper St. Petersburg, Fla. 3 grandchildren and 3 great grand-children. Newspaper, 1976

Butzbach, Myra, 91, of Hartford, MI died early Sunday morning at Community Hospital. Mrs. Butzbach was born Oct. 29, 1889 in Bainbridge Township. Her husband Alford, preceded her in death in 1976. Survivors include: a daughter, Mrs. Claude (Doris) Unrath of Hartford, 3 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren. Newspaper, no date

Camp, Richard, 66, of Coloma died Thursday. He was born Sept. 27, 1913, in Hartford. Survivors include: his wife Annette; 2 daughters Mrs. James (Barbara) Boland of L'Anse Michigan, Mrs. Jack (Shirley) Clark of Luther, Mi, 5 son's: Richard of Norristown, PA, Alan of Chesterton, IN, Dennis of San Antonio, TX, Michael of Watervliet, Thomas of Coloma, two stepdaughters, Mrs. Sharon Vargo of Coloma, Mrs. Ronald (Patrica)Johnson of Chicago, Ill.,one step son Gregory Taylor of Flint, 26 grandchildren, 3 great grandchildren, one brother Edwin of Hartford and 3 sisters, Mrs. Edna Westin of Decatur, Mrs. Raymond (Eunice ) Shreve of San Bernadino, CA, Mrs. Ross (Mabel) Jones of Sutters Creek, CA. Newspaper, 1980

Capovilla, Martha A., born March 3, 1904, died June 18, 1976. Funeral Memoriam

Carpenter, Ida (Edith), of Flint, MI formerly of Watervliet died Thursday. She was born Oct. 30, 1898 in Watervliet. She was retired from the Fisher Body Plant. Survivors include: 2 brothers Albert Skibbe of Benton Harbor, Carl Skibbe of Paw Paw and 4 sisters Mrs. Adeline Bradley of Hartford, Mrs. Matilda Sieber of Benton Harbor, Mrs. Fred (Alma) Schmidt of Bridgman and Mrs. Martha Matthews of Janesville, Wis. Newspaper, Feb. 21, 1980

Carroll, Leon, 72 of Watervliet was dead on arrival Thursday . Surviving are his widow Fay; 2 son's James, Escanaba, Mi and Donald, Milwaukee, Wisc. a daughter, Mrs. Earl (Joyce) Hamiel, Gullver, MI., a step-son George Wood, Watervliet, 4 step-daughters Mrs. Paul (Mary) Rutter, Dayton, Ohio, Mrs Clarence (Betty)Pomeroy, Hartford, Mrs. Tharold (Patricia) Hogmire Bangor and Mrs. Maurice (Delores) Kietzer, Hartford and a brother Carl of Lawrence. Newspaper, May 14, 1976

Case, Audrey, born July 23, 1918 Watervliet, Mi died April 4, 1982 St. Joseph, MI Officiating Rev. Harvey Lord, Organist Warren Colby, Casket bearers George Krieger, Rich Smith, Bob Ruthsatz, Mac Reynolds, Robert Fisher, Jim Albright. Interment Watervliet, MI, Watervliet Cemetery. Funeral Memorium April 4, 1982

Case, Mrs. Audrey, 63, of Watervliet died Sunday at Shoreham Terrace Nursing Home . Mrs. Case was born July 23, 1918 in Watervliet. She was employed as a Secretary at Appliance Buyers Credit Corp. She was a member of the Plymouth Congrational Church. Survivors include her mother Mrs. Marjorie Widmeyer of Watervliet. Newspaper, April 4, 1982

Cochrane, Joda F., 81 of Sister Lakes, died Wed. She was a member of the Riverside Methodist Church. Mrs. Cochrane was born Feb. 6, 1902 in Hartford Township. She was formerly employed as a ward clerk at Memorial Hospital. She was a member of Gold Star Mothers. Survivers includeone son Donald "Mickey" of Coloma and two grandchildren. One son Robert Timmons, preceded her in death in 1944. Newspaper, date not noted. Others on same page were 1982-1985.

Dade, Charles E., of Coloma, 87, passed away at Mercy Hospital. Mr. Dade was born Aug. 30, 1892 in Coloma. He was a retired dairy and beef farmer. His wife the former Floy Bell, preceded him in death June 7, 1965. Survivors are a son Raymond E. Dade of Los Alamintos, CA., and 3 grandchildren. Mr. Dade was a member of the Coloma Masonic Lodge no. 162; Coloma OES 32nd. Degree Scottish Rite, Valley of Grand Rapids, Low twelve, Tall Cedars and the Coloma Hartford and Watervliet Scottish Rite Club. Newspaper, 1980

Dade, Hiram, 84, of Hartford, died Monday at Watervliet Hospital. He was born July 18, 1892 in Coloma. He was a retired farmer. His wife, Ora whom he married April 5, 1913 , survives. Newspaper, 1976

Dade, Hiram L., 84, died Mon, Sept. 13. He was born July 18, 1892 in Coloma. On April 5, 1913, her was married to the former Ora G. Smith who survives him. He was a retired farmer. Also surviving is a daughter in law Mrs. Waldo (Shirley) Dade Somers, of Hartford. A son Gordon preceded him in death on Oct. 14, 1972. Newspaper, 1977

Disbrow, Erwin: In loving memory of Erwin S. Disbrow, born June 16, 1902, passed away Dec. 11, 1977 funeral services St. Paul Lutheran Church Wednesday Dec. 14, 1977. Funeral Memoriam

Disbrow, Marie B: In loving memory of Marie B. Disbrow born Feb. 6, 1907 died March 9, 1971. Funeral Memoriam

Disbrow, Marguerite E., born Jan. 14, 1919, passed away July 26, 1979 Services at St. Paul Lutheran Church Saturday, July 28, 1979 at 2:00 p.m. The Reverend Elvin H. Marquardt officiating. Interment Lakeview Cemetery South Haven, Michigan Monday, July 30, 1979 at 3:00 p.m. Obituary, unknown paper, 1979

Dodd, Mrs. Elmira, 76, of Watervliet died Thursday at Niles. She was born July 21, 1901 in Watervliet. Surviving are 2 sons, Robert, Platteville, Wis., Omer , Placerville, CA and 2 brothers Gerald Coon and Edgar Coon, both of Watervliet. Newspaper, Sept. 16, 1976

Drach, Miss. Florence C., 83, formerly of Coloma, died Friday at her home in Monroe, LA. Miss. Drach was born Nov. 21, 1902 in Bainbridge Township. She received her bachelor's degree in biology from Western Michigan and her master's degree from the University of Chicago. She was a biologist-technician and director of the Louisiana Health Departments, Monroe branch for 42 years. She had taught Biology at the University of Texas. Survivors include a sister Mrs. Clara F. Hoadley of Three Oaks and a brother Howard Drach of Coloma.

Edmonds, Mrs. George (Jean A.), 51, of Watervliet, died Sunday at Kalamazoo. She was born Dec. 17, 1928 in Watervliet. She was a registered nurse. Survivors include her husband; a son Randy at home; a daughter Cathy Edmonds of Hartford and 3 grandchildren. Newspaper, April 20, 1980

Hawks, Arthur, 68 of Watervliet, died Sat. morning, Oct. 9. He was a member of the Henry Chamberlain Lodge No. 308,F&AM, of which he was a member. Mr. Hawks was born Oct. 3, 1914 in Watervliet. He was engaged in farming and had been employed as a mechanic for 40 years at Pumfery's County Line garage. Surviv0rs include: his wife Alice, a son Dale of Clarkston, MI; two daughters Mrs. John (Judy) McCormick of South Bend, Ind. and Elaine Hawks of Ann Arbor; five grandchildren and a brother, Lloyd of Bellevue, MI. Newspaper, 1982

Hickey, Gertrude, 68 of Hartford, died Wednesday Dec. 12 at Memorial hospital St. Joseph. Mrs. Hickey was born Dec 9, 1916 in Watervliet. Survivors include one daughter, Sherri Oisten of Sparta, MI one grandchild and one sister Bess Erwin of Decatur. She was preceded in death by her husband Edward Wendell Hickey in 1971 and one daughter Cindy Lou Hickey in 1961. Newspaper, date unknown

Horney, Theodore Jr., 62, of Coloma died Tuesday Jan. 31, at Mercy Hospital. He was born Oct. 11, 1915 in Coloma. He was a retired 1st. Sergeant of the U.S. Army retiring in 1964. Survivors include his mother, Mrs. Barbara Horney, Coloma; one sister, Mrs. Waymon (Barbara) Johnson, Coulterville, Ill and 3 brothers, Norman, William both of Coloma and Allen of Niles. Newspaper, no date

Hutchins, Van, 63, former Watervliet resident, died in Palm Beach, Florida, Sat., April 25th. Funeral Services were held April 28th at St. Joseph Catholic church in Watervliet. Burial was in Calvary cemetery, Benton Harbor, MI. Mr. Hutchins was born May 18, 1917 in Gobles. He was raised in Watervliet and was graduated from Watervliet High School. He lived in Benton Harbor and owned and operated the Anchor Barber Shop, before, he retired and moved to Florida. He is survived by one son, Roger, Lantana, Fla. One daughter Mrs. Bob (Sue) Garlanger, Meramar, Fla. seven grandchildren, two great grandchildren, one sister Mrs. Robert (Loretta) Olds, North Muskegon, one brother G. W. Hutchins, Watervliet. His wife Jessie died in 1960 three brothers Andrew, Bernard, and Norbert preceded him in death. Newspaper, 1981

Kerekes, Rose: In loving memory of Rose Kerekes, born Oct. 14, 1887 and passed away Feb. 24, 1976. Funeral Memoriam

Leach, Octava F., died Sept. 29, in Kansas City, MO. She was born June 20, 1898 to Moses and Viola Cullom. Mrs. Leach was a teacher for 44 years beginning in the Coloma Schools then the Cribbs Corners and 20 years at Millwood in Kalamazoo. She retired from teaching in 1965. Surviving is her husband Theodore, a daughter Mrs. Robert (Helen) Wagner of Richland, MI, 3 granddaughters, Mrs. Michael (Suann) Little of Plainwell, MI., Mrs. James (Karen Ann) Nuyen of Kalamazoo and Miss. Marriann Wagner of Richland. 1 great grandson Jeremy Little of Plainwell. Newspaper, 1976

Leverton, Mrs. Caroline, 90, died Fri. afternoon at the Bry Fern Nursing home, Berrien Center. Mrs. Leverton was born Feb. 18, 1891 in Chicago. She operated the Royal Blue Grocery Store in Watervliet from 1926 to 1962, the first 29 years with her husband John Henry who died in 1955. The last seven years with her son's Henry and Wilbur (Red) who preceded her in death in 1973. Survivors in addition to her son include a daughter, Mrs. Dorothy Messinger of Watervliet, six grandchildren 8 great-grandchildren, and a brother Harry Peterson of South Haven

Leverton, Helen, 59, well known local resident died Fri. morning in St. Edwards Mercy Medical Center, Arkansas following a long illness. On Aug. 12 of last year she was flown to Ark. to reside alternately with her daughters Carol and Nancy. She was born in Watervliet on June 27, 1918, the daughter of Jerome and Ethle Pitcher. She graduated from Watervliet High School and on Sept. 25, 1938 was united in marriage to Wilbur Leverton in the home of his parents Harry and Caroline Leverton. Her husband was associated in business with his father and his brother Henry in the J. H. Leverton & Son's grocery on Main St. She was a member of the Literary Guild for thirty years and served the organization in many capacities, including that of president. At one time she was chairperson of the Loan Closet and stored and maintained the equipment in her spacious home. As a member of Plymouth Congregational Church and the Watervliet Fire Belles, she was an active participant in their work. She was employed by the City of Watervliet for 8 years until ill health forced her resignation as assistant, deputy clerk. Survivors include 2 daughters Mrs. William (Carol) Gertz and Mrs. Robert (Nancy) Olson of Ft. Smith, Ark. Brother and sisters: Jerome (Bud) Pitcher, Inman, S. Carolina; Harry Pitcher, Berrien Springs, Jack Pitcher, Mishawaka, In. Mrs. Benie (Lydia De Rose, Mt. Clemens; Mrs. Richard (Genevieve) O'Hara, Elkhart, In., Mrs. Frank (Mary) Pflugradt, Mrs. Norman (Beverly) Wendzel both of Watervliet. Also surviving are her father Jerome Pitcher, Watervliet and 3 grandchildren. Her husband, Wilbur, expired April 14, 1973. Newspaper, June 1, 1998

Lukovich, Nick, a former Watervliet man 89 who resided with his daughter Mrs. Edward (Olga) Nykiel in Orland Park, Ill died Monday at Palos Community Hospital, Palos Heights, Ill. Mr. Lukovich was born July 11, 1897 in Russia. Survivors include his daughter, 2 grandchildren, 4 great grand-children. His wife, Jospehine preceded him in death in 1971. Newspaper, unknown date

Matrau, Mrs. John (Viola B.), 77, formerly of Watervliet died Sunday at Blossom Care Center, Benton Harbor. Mrs. Matrau was born Aug. 27 1907 in Indiana. Survivors include her husband; one son Gordon of Elsie, Mi, two daughters Mrs. Merlin (Betty) Tanner of Benton Harbor and Mrs. Norman (Doris) Titsworth of Custer, MI. 16 grandchildren, 10 great grandchildren and two sister Mrs. Leo (Mabel) Yirchott and Mrs. Carl (Florence)McNess both of Watervliet. Newspaper, no date (abt. 1982-1984)

Maxfield, Louis, 66, of Watervliet died Mon. He was born April 40, 1914. Survivors include his wife Laverne; a son, Louis of Sodus; 2 daughters, Mrs. Jerry (Mary Jane) Carlson of Sodus, and Mrs. Eddie (Virginia) Watson of Eau Claire, 5 grandchildren a brother John of Grandville and 3 sisters Mrs. Art (Julia) Stubelt and Margaret Stately of Benton Harbor and Mrs. Bill (Ann Mabel) Genovese of Coloma. Newspaper, Dec.1980

Noack, August, died Sat. at Memorial Hospital. He was born March 3, 1899 in Hagar Township. He was a fruit farmer for many years. His wife Louise, preceded him in death in 1972. Survivors include 3 sons, Albert and Victor both of Coloma, Harold of Riverside, 3 daughters Mrs. Dwight (Dorothy) Nutting, Mrs. Walter (Clara) Kroschel, Coloma. Mrs. John (Marguerite) Knox, Covert; a sister, Mrs. Leslie (Francis) Schmuhl, Coloma and 14 grandchildren. Newspaper, 1976(?)

Olds, Mrs. Phillip (Helen Jackson), 58, of Portage, formerly of Watervliet died at her home Sat. Jan. 2, 1982. Survivors include her husband Dr. Phillip Olds; a daughter , Diane of Atlanta, GA., a son Stephen of Grosse Point and her mother Mrs. Alma Jackson of Kalamazoo. Newspaper, 1982

Pitcher, Jerome, 88 of Watervliet, died this morning at Community Hospital. He was born June 11, 1892. Survivors include 3 son's, Jerome (Bud) of Hendersonville, N.C., Harry of Buchanan, Jack of Mishawaka, In., 4 daughters, Mrs. Bernie (Linda) DeRosa of Sarasota, Fla., Mrs. Richard (Genevieve) O"Hara of Memphis, Tenn., Mrs. Frank (Mary Francis) Pflugradt and Mrs. Norman (Beverly) Wendzel, both of Watervliet, 21 grandchildren and 28 great grandchildren. His wife Ethel and two daughters Helen Leverton and Betty Pitcher preceded him in death. Newspaper, July 1, 1988

Richcreek, Ernest, of Watervliet died Dec. 11 after suffering an apparent heart attack. Mr. Richcreek was the owner and operator of Richcreek Well Drilling Company. Member of the Mi. Well Drillers Assoc. a former Watervliet township clerk and the Watervliet Fire Board. Mr. Richcreek served as township clerk from 1970 to 1974. He was one of 3 township representatives on the fire board and had been a fire board member for 5 years. He was born to Mr. Richcreek was born to Edward and Elizabeth Richcreek on Jan. 20, 1910 in Goodland, In. He married Frances Moser on July 4, 1935. Surviving are his widow, Frances, 2 sons, Lloyd and Terry of Watervliet; 2 brothers, Harry of Ind. and LaCurtis, Benton Harbor; 2 sisters, Mrs. Delbert (Majory) Tolle, Kalamazoo and Mrs. Merton (Mildred) Wilson of Dowagiac and 5 grandchildren, 1 brother and 1 sister preceded him in death. Newspaper, 1976

Rodriguez, William A., 28, of Watervliet who died Wednesday at what Berrien Sheriff's officers described as a self-inflected gunshot wound. He was born Oct. 16, 1954 in South Bend. Survivors include his wife Mary, two daughter Rita and Katie both at home; His father Howard of South Bend, In., four brothers, John of South Bend, Jim of Watervliet, Joe of Houston, TX and Tom of Coloma and four sisters, Mrs. John (Alice) Raab of Mishawaka, In., Mrs. Edward (Margaret) Thirion of Sarasota, Fla., Mrs. Art (Cathy) Herman of Coloma and Mary Beth Rodriguez of Houston, TX. Newspaper, date unknown (abt. 1982-1985)

Rosewall, Agnes, 68, of Hartford, died Sun. Sept. 25. She was born March 23, 1909 in Watervliet. She was a member of the Hartford Federated Church. Surviving are a daughter, Mrs. Myron (Arlene) Lockwitz, Coloma, a son, Alvin Rosewall, Hartford; 3 grandsons, a sister, Mrs. Lachlan (Peg) McArthur and a brother, Anthony (Tony) Sweeny, Amos preceded her in death in 1964. Newspaper, 1977

Skibbe, Herman, 85, of Benton Harbor, died Thursday at Shoreham Terrace Nursing Home, St. Joseph, MI. He was born June 11, 1893 in Connellsville, PA. He retired from Clark Equipment Co in 1959. Survivors include his wife the former Glada M. Hall;3 daughters, Mrs. Clarence (Dorothy) Conklin, Mrs. Arthur (Henrietta) Zerbe and Mrs. Arthur(Annabell) Flagel of Benton Harbor, 2 brothers, Albert Skibbe of Benton Harbor and Carl Skibbe of Paw Paw; 5 sisters, Mrs. Adeline Bradley of Hartford, Mrs. Ida Carpenter of Flint, Mrs. Harold (Matilda) Sieber of Benton Harbor, Mrs. Fred (Alma) Schmidt of Bridgman and Mrs. Lynn (Martha) Mathews of Janesville, Wis. 4 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren. Newspaper, 1979

Smith, Mrs. Kenneth (Majorie), 62, of Watervliet was dead on arrival at Watervliet Hospital of an apparent heart attack. She was born in Galesburg, Ill, Nov. 2, 1912 the daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Raymond Buckman. Her family moved to Hartford when she was a child. She graduated from Hartford High School, attended Western Michigan and received a teaching certificate, teaching awhile before she married and started a family. She married Kenneth Smith in 1935. She worked at the supermarket in Watervliet for awhile and also at K-Mart. Surviving her is her husband, 2 son's Ray L. and Kenneth of Watervliet, and 2 daughters Mrs. Gary (Kathleen) LaDuke, Niles, and Mrs. David (Vicki) Binker, Benton Harbor and 2 brothers Alan Buckman of La Porte, IN. and Carson Buckman, Chicago, Ill and 7 grandchildren. Newspaper, 1976

Smith, Vera (Bea), of Watervliet died Friday, July 11 at Community Hospital one week before she was to celebrate her 100 birthday. Mrs. Smith was born in Benton Harbor on July 18, 1886. Survivors include: one son Kenneth and one daughter Mrs. Leonard (Marion) Krall both of Watervliet; 5 grandchildren Mrs. Thomas (Pamela) Leonard of Memphis, Tenn., Mrs. Gary(Kathleen) LaDuke of Niles, Ray (Lindy) Smith of Watervliet, Kenneth Smith Jr. of Watervliet and Mrs. David (Vickie) Brinker, Watervliet and great granchildren Holly, Dawn and Mark Smith, Ward and Lance LaDuke, Neil, Keith,and Gregg Brinker; one sister Mrs. Frances Chase of Grand Rapids. Two sister Mrs. Frank (Marie) Humphrey of Conroe Tx., and Mrs. E. S. (Laura) Kalter of South Bend, Ind. Preceded her in death, her husband Oscar in Sept. 1972 at age 86. She was active as a teacher, wife and mother. Life member of Eastern Star and a member of Maccabees. She taught at Bricks and Byers schools in Bainbridge prior to her marriage. Newspaper, 1986

Stedman, Mrs. Flora Stedman, formerly of Watervliet died Sat. Oct. 23 in Auburn, In. She was born April 6, 1894 in Watervliet, to Mr. & Mrs. Gardner Wigent. She lived in Watervliet until 1971 when she moved to In. Her Husband Clarence died in 1964. Surviving are 4 sons, Herbert, Sierra Madre, CA. Gardner, Howard City, Earl, Auburn and Donald of Paw Paw. Newspaper, 1976

Sundell, Mrs. Carl (Mamie C. LaPort), 69, of Rodney, Michigan formerly of Coloma, died Monday morning at Big Rapids Hospital following a long illness. Mrs. Sundell was born Jan. 26, 1912 in Hartford. Survivors include two sons, John and James of Rodney, 5 grandchildren, 3 sisters, Mrs. Russell S. (Mildred Thumm ) of Eau Claire and Mrs. Fay R. Carroll and Mrs. LaVerne Maxfield of Watervliet, and two brothers James and Ward LaPort of Cassopolis. Nov. 23, 1981

Swinford, Mabel: Funeral Services for Mabel Swinford, 79, formerly of Watervliet, were held Wednesday, Oct. 15, at Plymouth Congregational Church. Mrs. Swinford died Friday, Oct. 10 at Doctor's Hospital, San Leandro, CA. She was born Sept. 4, 1896 in Riverdale, Ill to Mr. & Mrs. Albert Pierce. Her husband Roy, preceded her in death in 1961. She was a member of Plymouth Congregational Church, Ladies Aid, Mothers of WW II American Legion Auxilary, the Bridge Club and the Sewing Club. She is survived by a son, Dale of San Leandro, and a daughter. Mrs. Shirley Yeske, Benton Harbor, 7 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren, 2 son's Robert and Dwayne preceded her in death. Newspaper, 1975

Tallis, Dolores Camp, 76, died May 14, 1985 at Beverly Manor, Az. She was born in Watervliet and moved to Sun City in 1973 from Wisconsin. She was a housewife and a homemaker. She is survived by her husband, Henry I. Tallis of Sun City, AZ; son Craig Tallis, San Diego, CA., seven grandchildren and one great grandchild. Newspaper, 1985

Tingue, John, 60, 0f Watervliet, MI died at his home Thursday of an apparent heart attack. Mr. Tingue was born May 19, 1921 in Watervliet. Survivors include his wife Marian (Rouse) Tingue, one son Gary of Watervliet, four brothers Robert Selter, of Watervliet, Dale Selter of Stevensville, Gordon Selter of Rosebud, TX and Floyd Selter of Detroit and four sisters, Mrs. Dorothy Hoadley of Watervliet, Mrs. Jack (Maxine) Salverson of Hartford, and Mrs. Orville (Eve) Brooks of Bald Knob, Ark. Newspaper, 1999

Watkins, Mrs. Viola R., 78, of Hartford, MI died Thursday July 14, 1977 at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Madeline Cowgill, Watervliet. Mrs. Watkins was born Feb. 7, 1899 in Bangor. Surviving are 3 daughters, Mrs. Ben (Madeline)Cowgill, Watervliet, Mrs. Maurice (Virginia) VanDeWiele, Hartford and Mrs. Alfred (Donna) Swetay, Clearwater, Fla., 6 son's, Richard and Otto both of Bangor, Kenneth, Lacota, Edward, Jack and Larry, all of Hartford; 33 grandchildren, 26 greatgrandchildren; 4 brothers Warren Disbrow, Lansing, Ill., Merwin and Donald Disbrow both of Hartford. Her husband preceded her in 1967. Newspaper, July 14, 1977

Wells, Maurice, 85, of Fremont, MI formerly of Eau Claire died Oct. 24 in Fremont. He was born Nov. 13, 1893 in Pipestone township, . He served on the Pipestone Township Road Commission and as a Justice of the peace for several years. Survivors include 2 daughters Mrs. norman (Ethel) Umpstead of Germany and Mrs. James (LaVerne) Muckey of Hesperia, MI., 7 grandchildren and 5 great granddaughters. His wife Bernice preceded him in death in 1977. Newspaper, 1979

Wells, Bernice M., 78, of Hesperia, Mi, formerly of Eau Claire, died Aug. 19, in Gerber Hospital. She was born Feb. 4, 1899 in Hartford. Surviving are her husband, Maurice; 2 daughters, Mrs. James (Laverne) Mucky, Hesperia, Mrs. Norman (Ethel) Umpstead, Germany 7 grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren-a brother Kenneth Hewitt, Battle Creek. Newspaper, Aug. 19, 1977

Welty, Mary, of Hartford, died Tuesday. Mrs. Welty was born March 24, 1931 in Watervliet. She was a member of the Hartford Federated Church. Survivors in clude her husband, Basil, one son Bruce of St. Joseph, two daughtters; Mrs. Charles (Celeste) Tuttle of Morganton, NC and Starla Welty at home, three grandchildren,her father, Mervin Disbrow of Hartford, two sisters; Mrs. Harold (Patty) Hunt of Union City, Mi. and Mrs. Richard (Margaret) Burton of Galesburg and one brother Harold Disbrow of Washington. Newspaper, Oct 12, 1982.

Welty, Mary Lou, born March 24, 1931, died Oct. 12, 1982, buried Oct. 17, 1982, 2:30 p.m. Calvin Funeral Home. Funeral Memorium, Oct. 1982

Weston, Edna, born April 6, 1895 passed on Sept. 26, 1984, services 2 p.m. Friday, Sept. 28, 1984 Calvin Funeral Home. Clergyman Rev. George Sadger, organist Faye Blum, Interment Watervliet.

Widmeyer, Marjorie, 87, of Watervliet died at Memorial hospital. She was a member of Plymouth Congregational Church. Newspaper, 1985

Winch, Mark Allen, formerly of Watervliet was killed when he was hit by a car while hitchhiking near Opelousas, LA early Thursday Morning Dec. 24. Newspaper (date has been cut but looks like 1981.)

Woodworth, Clara Yund, 99, died Monday at Berrien General Hospital. She was born Nov. 22, 1885 in Hisperia, Michigan. She was a lifelong resident of Watervliet. A former member of the Free Methodist Church of Watervliet and a member of the World War Mothers. At the age of 90 she studied and received her high school diploma and at 94 she wrote her life history. Survivors include a son Kenneth of Benton Harbor, two daughters, Mrs. Florine Rowe of Watervliet, and Mrs. Lowell (Clarabell) Peters of Delton, MI 11 grandchildren, 25 great grandchildren, five great great grandchildren two stepsons and two stepdaughters. She was preceded in death by two husbands, William Yund in 1954 and Ernest Woodworth in 1965 and two son's Glen in 1979 and Clifford in 1983. Newspaper, date unknow (abt. 1983-1985)

WENDZEL: New 1978 Watervliet Record, L. Wendzel WHS Outstanding, Lois Wendzel and Stephen Tatter were named the Outstanding Girl and Boy at the 89th commencement exercises of Watervliet High School Friday evening. Lois was president of her senior class, winner of the Arion Award as the most outstanding vocal and band student, member of the National Honor Society, active inthe Future Farmers and a member of the girls varsity basketball, volleyball and softball teams. She is the daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Kenneth Wendzel and plans to attend Concordia.

WENDZEL: Watervliet Record, 1975, MISS WATERVLIET 1975, Miss Debra Wendzel was crowned Miss Watervliet of 1975 before a capacity crowd Tuesday night at the Watervliet High School Auditorium. She is the daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Kenneth I. Wendzel. First runner up was Teresa Roth, daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Roger Roth, secod runner up was Janice Sonnenberg, daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Robert Sonnenberg. Chosen Miss Congeniality was Karen Lutz daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Leonard Sempert