, Michigan
October 7, 2026
Clarence T. Washington 67 of Benton Harbor departed this life October 8 2026. Full obituary and arrangements are pending. This obituary is published with permission of the family of Clarence T. Washington and may not be copied 2026
, Michigan
Judith Carol Campbell, 89, passed away peacefully at Woodland Terrace, surrounded by her loving family, on Thursday, October 8, 2026.A Funeral Mass will be held at 1:00 P.M. Saturday, October 17, 2026, at St. Bernard Catholic Church, 555 E. Delaware Ave., Benton Harbor, MI 49022, with Fr. Emmanuel Mbah officiating. Friends may visit with the family on Friday evening, October 16th from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m. at Starks & Menchinger, 2650 Niles Rd., St. Joseph, followed immediately by the recitation of the Holy Rosary. Interment will occur at a later date.Memorials may be made to Lakeshore Excellence Foundation (LEF), https://lefonline.org/donate/. Those wishing to sign Carol’s Memory Book online may do so at www.starks-menchinger.com.Carol Steepleton, born in New Albany, Indiana, the beloved daughter of Charles and Judith (Blythe) Steepleton, leaves a legacy of creativity, learning and love.Carol was a voracious reader and gifted creative writer from a young age. During her…
, Michigan
Eleanor Dorothy Robinson, lovingly known as "Ellie”, was born on February 24,1936, in Niles, Michigan. She grew up in Pokagon/Benton Harbor in Southwest Michigan and graduated from Benton Harbor High School in 1954.Ellie was a wonderful mother to Charna Freehan and Randy Robinson, and a proud grandmother to five grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.She is remembered for her silly sense of humor, always having time to support a family member or friend who needed a compassionate ear or physical help. A born care-giver, she spent countless hours taking care of others and animals who needed her. She was known for her skills as a seamstress and creative solutions; her quick thinking was a gift to those who asked. Dedicated to her Christian faith, and it showed with all that she did in her life.Ellie leaves behind a lifetime of memories, stories, laughter, and love, shared not only with her family but…
, Michigan
October 9, 2026
Seth Erwin Tuesley, 97, passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 10, 2026 in Niles, Michigan, surrounded by his loving family.Seth was born on September 17, 1929 in Niles, Michigan to the late Robert Tuesley and Leona (Lamberton) Tuesley.The youngest of four children, he spent most of his early life on his family farm near Barron Lake in Niles, helping his parents raise crops and livestock. After graduating high school in 1945, Seth was drafted into the United States Army and was sent to assist in the Korean War, working as a mechanic on many of the Army vehicles. He held many jobs upon returning to the United States, including working on the railroad and as part of the maintenance team for Niles Community Schools.On June 28th, 1980, he married the love of his life, Margery, at First Presbyterian Church in Niles, MI. Together, they built a life filled with love…
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