All Obituaries

Alvin Christy Franklin (Chris) was born on 07/25/1944 to Columbus Franklin and Helen Marie Williams (Franklin) in the city of Benton Harbor, MI. Chris grew up in the city of Benton Harbor with his beloved brother, Irvin Ronald Franklin (Ronnie). After graduating from Benton Harbor high school in 1964, Chris enlisted into the U.S Navy from 1965-1967 and studied air conditioning and refrigeration. Chris also served during the Vietnam War. Both Chris and Ronnie shared a love of mechanics and...

Earnis Harmon, 67 of Benton Harbor departed this life February 2, 2020. Full obituary and arrangements are pending. 

Emma Jean Williams, 63 of Benton Harbor departed this life February 13, 2020. Full obit and arrangements are pending. 

Arlene Daday Dull, 68, of Saint Joseph departed this world on Wednesday, February 12th surrounded by family and loved ones. Arlene's optimism and fierce independence in spite of her blindness from a young age was an inspiration to all who knew her. She loved the outdoors and could be seen walking her dog many miles through the streets of Saint Joseph on all but the coldest days of the year. She was an avid and voracious reader, a lover of words and language, enjoyed food with a...

Roy J. Sherman, 74 of Benton Harbor departed this life February 9, 2020. Full obituary and arrangements are pending.

Priscilla “Renee” Hister Curry, 50 of Benton Harbor departed this life on January 2, 2020, at home. Renee was a very affectionate person, always smiling and giving compliments. She will be greatly missed by those who knew and loved her.  Renee was born on October 21, 1969, in Benton Harbor, Michigan to Doris and Nathaniel Hister and her paternal father Feddie Allen. Renee graduated from Benton Harbor High School in 1985. She...

Jerry Demario Davis Sr. 38 made his transition into eternal rest on Tuesday, February 4, 2020, at Butterworth Hospital in Grand Rapids, MI. Arrangements are pending at this time. Jerry was born on September 28, 1981, to Renita Fultz and Jerry Lee Davis in Benton Harbor, MI. He was raised by his paternal grandparents Robert and Jurdean Lilly. Jerry loved spending time with his children, he was a loving father and would do anything for his children. Jerry was very quiet but when he was...

John E. “Papa John” Huddleston Sr., 79 of Benton Harbor passed away February 5, 2020, at Spectrum health Lakeland, St. Joseph. John was born on February 26, 1940, in Buena Vista, MS to the union of Tome and Ivera Huddleston. He had a passion for fishing and watching sports. John worked for Southern Beverage for 25 years and retired. John is survived by his wife, Ann Huddleston; daughters, Keshar Huddleston, Tabatha Listernbee and Schacetta Listenbee.; sons, John (Tracy)...

Djuana Yolanda Palmer, daughter of Joseph Palmer and Maggie Atkinson was born on March 28, 1965, in Berrien Center, Michigan. She passed away peacefully on Friday afternoon, January 31st, 2020 at her home. We are confident in knowing that she passed away in her sleep into a new life. She was truly a bright light and inspiration in all the lives she touched and certainly in ours. Djuana was affectionately called Yogi/ Bear. Djuana attended Benton Harbor area Schools and also Lake...

Sis. Marilyn Elaine Booker “I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course,  I have kept the faith: Henceforth there is laid up for me a crown  of righteousness,  which the Lord, the righteous judge,  shall give me at that day: and not to  me only,  but unto all them also that love his appearing.”   II Timothy 4:7-8 (KJV) The earthly life of Sis. Marilyn Elaine Booker suddenly came to an end on Tuesday, January 28, 2020, in Grand...