Current Services for Bachman Hebble Funeral Service

Diane Reneau

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 00:00:00 EDT

Diane Kay Reneau, age 63, of Battle Creek, died Tuesday June 18, 2013 at her home. Diane was born May 25, 1950 in Hastings, Michigan to Samuel and Bernice (Mallison) Reneau. She was a 1968 graduate of Battle Creek Central High School. Diane was employed at the Battle Creek Federal Center, she had also worked in Washington D.C for 10 years, before returning to Battle Creek, and she retired in 1995 after 25 years of service. Diane played Clarinet in the Post Band for many years and loved to rescue and adopt cats and dogs. She is survived by her brothers, Phillip (Brenda) Reneau of Coldwater, William (Kimberly) Reneau of Valdosta, GA, Gerald (Ann) Reneau of Ft. Wayne, IN and many loving nieces, nephews and cousins. Diane was preceded in death by her parents. The family will receive friends at 12 Noon Friday, at the Bachman Hebble Funeral Service, 223 N. Bedford Rd. Funeral services will be at 1:00 PM Friday at the funeral home. Memorials may be given to the Humane Society or the American Diabetes Association. Visit Diane’s webpage at www.bachmanhebble.com.

Shirley Kishpaugh

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 00:00:00 EDT

Shirley Ann Kishpaugh , died Friday June 14, 2013 at the home of her daughter in Battle Creek, Michigan. Shirley was born May 28, 1940 in Spring Creek, West Virginia to Andrew and Dorothy (Sydenstricker) Cochran. Shirley was raised by her foster mother, Irene Crause. She had been employed as a Logistics Specialist for the Department of Defense, at Ft. Belvoir, Virginia for 40 years, retiring in 2011. Shirley’s greatest joy came from spending time with her family, especially her beloved grandchildren. She is survived by a daughter, Barbara (Scott) Ross, of Battle Creek, sons, Keith (Robyn Winter) Kishpaugh of Fredericksburg, VA, Kevin Kishpaugh, of St. George, VA, Lonnie (Amanda) Kishpaugh, of Houston, TX, and Larry Kishpaugh, of Triangle, VA, 17 grandchildren and 18 great grandchildren, brothers, Eugene Sydenstricker, Andrew Cochran, Robert Cochran, a sister, Paulette Walker. Graveside funeral services will be held 1:00 PM Monday at the Mount Comfort Cemetery 6600 South Kings Hwy. Alexandria, Arrangements are by the Cunningham Turch Funeral Home of Alexandria.

Marita Evans

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 00:00:00 EDT

Marita “Rita” Evans, 74, of Battle Creek, passed away Thursday, June 13, 2013 at her home. She was born September 26, 1938 in Battle Creek, the daughter of Otto and Florella (Green) Sult. She married Merle Evans on February 14, 1996 in Battle Creek. Rita worked 28 years as a social worker in long-term care facilities. She had a passion for the elderly and was diligent to insure her residents were given loving, quality care. Rita was a long time member of the Eagle’s Lodge. For years she was in charge of running the kitchen for events, coordinating funeral dinners, and fund raising as well as donating her time for whatever else was needed. Rita’s love language was giving of herself to her family, friends, and anyone in need. She was an excellent cook and showed her love through food. Rita spent countless hours in the kitchen making dishes and pies for every occasion. Rita’s genuinely kind spirit left a mark on every person she came in contact with. She will be greatly missed. She is survived by her husband, Merle; children, Candy (Dan) Cox, Randy Evans, Nick (Lisa) Evans, and Cliff (Kathy) Evans; 13 grandchildren; and 22 great grandchildren She was preceded in death by her parents and her siblings. Visitation will be held Monday from 2:00-4:00 PM and 6:00-8:00 PM at the Bachman Hebble Funeral Service. Funeral services will be held Tuesday at 1:00 PM at the Bachman Hebble Funeral Service with Rev. James L. Sparks officiating. Burial will be at the Bedford Cemetery in Bedford Township, MI. Memorial tributes may be made to Southern Care Hospice.

Kenneth Jordan

Mon, 10 Jun 2013 00:00:00 EDT

Kenneth Ray Jordan, 79, of Battle Creek, went to be with the Lord Monday, June 10, 2013. He was born September 21, 1933 in Evansville, TN the son of Garret Jordan and Della (McClendon) Jordan-Burdette. Ken served as a Corporal in the US Army from 1953-1955, stationed in Germany. He graduated from Michigan Career & Technical Institute. He retired from Clark Equipment Company in 1986 where he worked in International Engineering. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Sarah Leona (Gable) Jordan; children, Kenneth (Diane) Jordan, Jr. of New York and Connie Jordan of Battle Creek; grandchildren, Chris Jordan of New York and Sarah Jordan of Oregon; sister, Clovella Marriott of Battle Creek; and brother, Charles Jordan of Tennessee He was preceded in death by his parents and his infant brother, Billy Jordan. Visitation will be held Thursday from 5:00-8:00 PM at the Bachman Hebble Funeral Service. Funeral services will be held Friday at 9:30 AM at the Bachman Hebble Funeral Service with Rev. William O. Bingham of Andrus Street Church of God officiating. Burial will be at the Fort Custer National Cemetery in Augusta, MI. Memorial tributes may be made to Great Lakes Hospice Foundation.

Theodore Lone

Sat, 08 Jun 2013 00:00:00 EDT

Ted was born in Newberry, Michigan to Victor and Gilbertha (vanTuyl) Lone. He served in the US Army during WWII. Ted had been employed by the Minnesota Woolen Co., he began as a salesman and worked his way to a regional vice presidency before they went out of business in 1976. He then began a career in real estate. He first worked for Century 21 in Hastings prior to owning and operating Ted Lone Reality in Battle Creek. He is survived by sons, Richard Lone of Kentwood, Walter Lone of Tucson, AZ, Ted Lone of Cary, NC, Douglas Lone of Lansing, and David Lone of Cedar Hills, UT, a daughter Patricia Lone of Battle Creek a brother James Lone, of Newberry, MI, 12 grandchildren, 17 great grandchildren, and two great great grandchildren. Ted was preceded in death by a brother Robert, and sons, Victor and Charles Lone.

Sharon Wetherill

Tue, 04 Jun 2013 00:00:00 EDT

Sharon was born in Battle Creek, to William and Grace (Martin) Rowley and lived most of her life in this area. She had been employed at Dunkin Donuts and was a certified Nurses Aide at the former Docsa Home. She is survived by her daughter, Marie and James Susag of Athens, sons, Kevin Patrick of Battle Creek and Donald Patrick of Bellevue, grandchildren, Jason, Shawn, and Samantha Patrick, Morgan and Nathan Susag, great grandchildren, Oliver and Anna, sisters, Zelma Rousch of Battle Creek, Nancy Perfitt of Baldwin, brothers, Richard Rowley of Battle Creek, Steve Clark of Battle Creek, and Mike Rowley of Athens. Sharon was preceded in death by her husband Arthur Wetherill in 1998, sisters, Roberta "Rusty" Moore and Grace Higeon.

Dale Kissinger Jr.

Thu, 23 May 2013 00:00:00 EDT

Dale Everett Kissinger Jr. age 68, of Springfield, died Thursday May 23, 2013. Dale was born November 8, 1944 in Battle Creek, to Dale and Pauline Kissinger Sr. and was a lifelong resident. He was a 1962 graduate of Springfield High School and had served in the United States Navy for four years. He had been employed at the American Legion Hospital and retired as a Millwright from Michigan Paperboard Company in 2007 after 40 years of service. Dale had been involved in Boy Scouts and enjoyed fishing, hunting and especially spending time with his family. Dale is survived by his wife, the former Renda G. Nichols, daughters, Daleine Kissinger and Danielle Kissinger both of Battle Creek, sons, Dale E. (Lisa) Kissinger III and Danl L. Kissinger both of Battle Creek and Duane (Cindy) Kissinger of Hastings, 13 grandchildren and nine great grandchildren, sisters, Carol Scroggins of Battle Creek, Ginny St. John of Battle Creek, and Judy (J.) Hamblin of Corbin, Kentucky, brothers, Dan (Linda) Kissinger and Robert (Penny) Kissinger, both of Battle Creek. Dale was preceded in death by sisters, Patsy Wright and Wanda Ayers, and a grandson Timothy D. Asher Jr. The family will receive friends from 2:00 to 4:00 PM and 6:00 to 8:00 PM Tuesday at the Bachman Hebble Funeral Service, 223 N. Bedford Rd. Funeral services will be held 1:30 PM Wednesday at the funeral home. Memorials may be given to the American Cancer Society. Please visit Dale’s webpage at www.bachmanhebble.com.

Kenneth DuBois

Thu, 18 Apr 2013 00:00:00 EDT

It is with great sadness that the family of Kenneth Wayne DuBois age 92 of Battle Creek, MI announces the passing of our dear husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, uncle, cousin and friend. Kenneth passed away at Good Samaritan Lifespan Hospice Residence on Thursday, April 18, 2013. Ken was born October 6, 1920 in Hastings, MI the son of Carl Clinton DuBois and Jessie Mae (Phillips) DuBois. Ken had worked for the former Eaton Manufacturing Company in Battle Creek as a machine operator and a set-up man from Dec. 13, 1940 until he retired in Nov. 1974, working for them for 34 years. Kenneth had served in the U S Navy during World War II; he enlisted in 1942 and was honorably discharged in 1945. He was a machinist Mate Second class; while in the service he earned the following citations: Asiatic Pacific Medal, the American Area Medal, the Victory Medal and the Philippine Liberation Medal. He married Mary E. Rafalco on April 13, 1946 in Greenfield, Indiana. . Kenneth is survived by wife: Mary E. DuBois of Battle Creek, MI; his son: Frankie J. & Linda DuBois of Sapulpa, Oklahoma; his daughter: Carol E. DuBois of Battle Creek, MI; three Grandchildren: Melissa Sampson of Kalamazoo, Vern Jay Ostrander III of Battle Creek and Michele Alford of Texarkana, Arkansas; five Great Grandchildren: Charissa Odem, Nastassja Odem, Ethan Alford, Ryan Alford, and Chloe Alford, his nephew: James Beavers of Battle Creek, MI; also special friends: Ralph & Irene Gilbert of Battle Creek, MI. He was preceded in death by his parents; four brothers - Leland, Alva, Rex and Francis DuBois; and two sisters: Dorothy M. Voss and Donna Belles. Ken loved to garden, he enjoyed woodworking and also working on crafts. Ken was an avid Detroit Red Wings fan and Detroit Tigers. Visitation will be held at the Bachman Hebble Funeral Service Monday, April 22, 2013, where the family will be present from 4:00 until 7:00 PM. Funeral services commemorating the life of Kenneth DuBois will be held in the Bachman Funeral Chapel Tuesday, April 23, 2013 at 10:30 AM with Chaplain Fa’asoa Michael Fa’asoa officiating. Burial will follow with Military Honors at the Fort Custer National Cemetery in Augusta, MI. Memorial tributes may be made to American Cancer Society.