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06/14/2026

Happy birthday to the U.S. Army! Thank you to all the servicemen and women who do so much to keep us all safe!

06/13/2026

Joyce L. Hickok, 102, of Galien, Michigan, passed away peacefully on June 11, 2026, after a long and meaningful life marked by devotion to family, education, faith, and service to others. Born on May 16, 1924, in St. Joseph, Michigan, she lived her life with strength, a generous spirit, and a deep c...

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06/13/2026

Doris Paulette Garner-Mixon, lovingly known as Polly, passed away on June 9, 2026, in St. Joseph, Michigan, at the age of 74. She was born on October 15, 1951, in Mississippi, and lived a life marked by kindness, devotion, and quiet strength. Polly gave her life to Christ prior to meeting her Lord a...

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06/12/2026

Picking personalized music for your loved one's funeral or celebration of life can be a great way to create a meaningful service. If your loved one grew up in the 1960s or just loved that era of music, check out our list of songs you could use!

Want to personalize a loved one's funeral or celebration of life with music from the 1960s? Check out our list of great songs here!

06/11/2026

Carolyn J. Archer, 78, of Niles, Michigan, passed away peacefully on June 10, 2026, following a life marked by love, devotion, and quiet strength. She was born on November 13, 1947, in Rogers, Arkansas, and lived a life that reflected her kind spirit, generous heart, and deep commitment to the peopl...

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06/10/2026

Cremation is a popular choice for final disposition, but did you know it is still possible to have a service to honor your loved one?

You can hold a service to honor and commemorate their life before or after the cremation process occurs with a traditional funeral service or a simple memorial.

For more information about the importance of a ceremony and how to celebrate the life of your loved one with cremation, visit www.funeralbasics.org/cremation-importance-ceremony and www.brownfuneralhomeniles.com/services/cremation.

06/10/2026

Anthony Dean Shepherd, 64, passed away on Thursday, May 14, 2026, in Niles, Michigan.

Anthony was born on April 11, 1962 in Kalamazoo, Michigan to the late James Shepherd and Dolly Nordblad.

Along with his parents, Anthony was preceded in death by his siblings, Debra Baker, Carolyn P...

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06/10/2026

Jennifer Lynn Donoho, 44, passed away on Friday, June 5, 2026, in Niles, Michigan.

Jennifer was born on January 12, 1982, in Berrien Center, Michigan to Steven M. Donoho and Donna K. (Sater) Taylor.

Jennifer was preceded in death by her father, Steven M. Donoho.

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06/09/2026

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06/08/2026

Brian K. Tonkin, 67, of Niles, Michigan, passed away on June 5, 2026, in the community where he was born and spent his life, after a natural passing surrounded by the legacy of a life well lived. Born on August 26, 1958, in Niles, he was the son of the late Wesley O. and Beverly Ann (Colvin) Tonkin....

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