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October 7, 1928 – October 28, 2024

Betty Lou Ackerman, age 96, passed away Monday, October 28, 2024. Her life began October 7, 1928 in LaGrange, Indiana born to Samuel and Lucille Wonders. She married James Schuyler Ackerman March 18, 1948 in Angola, Indiana. After almost sixty- five years of marriage, he preceded her in death in
2013.

Betty and Jim lived in Cassopolis since 1957, coming from South Bend, Indiana. She was a licensed Real Estate Broker in Indiana and was associated with her husband at Jim Ackerman Realty in Cassopolis. Betty was an active member of the Cassopolis United Methodist Church, served as music chairman and sang in the choir for many years. She is also active in Cass County Council on Aging.

Mrs. Ackerman will be greatly missed by family and friends. She is survived by two grandsons, Greg (Stephanie) Lozier, Jeff (Sharon) Lozier, both of Texas; two great grandson, Eli Lozier and Gabriel Lozier.

In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by their daughter, Belinda Lou Ackerman Lozier in 2003, and her adoptive father, Knight Whitman.

The family will observe a private remembrance.

The family prefers contributions in memory of Mrs. Ackerman be made to Saint Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, Tennessee 38105, or, Cassopolis United Methodist Church, 209 South Rowland Street, Cassopolis, Michigan 49031, or, Cass County Council on Aging, Post Office Box 5, Cassopolis, Michigan 49031.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Connelly Chapel Wagner Family Funerals, Cassopolis. Please share a memory or a message online: wagnercares.com.

Marjorie Aldrich
May 22, 1928 – November 11, 2024
Marjorie Gertrude Aldrich, formerly of Buchanan, MI, born on May 22, 1928, in La Porte, IN, was a beacon of love and compassion throughout her life. We are heartbroken to announce her passing on November 11, 2024. Marjorie, a resolute pillar of strength and support for her family, leaves behind an indelible legacy of courage, resilience, and unyielding love. Her adventurous spirit, seen in her extensive travels and her fondness for trains. She brought joy to all that knew her.

Marjorie spent most of her professional life as a dedicated clerk at Michigan Power Company in Niles, where her diligent work ethic and unwavering commitment were widely respected and admired. Her free time was often spent at home in Buchanan, MI, where she crafted beautiful crochet pot holders, each one a testament to her creativity and meticulous attention to detail. Married on June 4, 1950, Marjorie and her beloved husband, Oris Richard “Dick” Aldrich, had a love story that spanned seven decades and served as a beautiful testament to enduring commitment.

Marjorie is survived by her loving husband Dick, her daughters Darleen (John) Davis and Nancee (Steven) Walter; 7 grandchildren, 14 great- grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, Jack Ekins and Gertrude Clemens, and her son, Steven Aldrich. Her memory will forever be cherished by those who were fortunate to have known her.

As we remember Marjorie, we celebrate her life, her accomplishments, and the love she generously shared with all of us. We invite you to leave your memories and upload photos of Marjorie on her memorial page, as we keep her spirit alive in our hearts and minds. Family will have a celebration of life at a later date. Arrangements have been entrusted to Hoven Funeral Home, Buchanan, MI.

Memorial donations may be made in her memory to Hospice Foundation, 501 Comfort Place, Mishawaka, IN 46545.