Henry Funeral Home & Cremation Services

02/22/2026

Creating a pre-need plan isn’t admitting defeat and it definitely doesn’t mean you have to slow down. It’s simply preparing for the future and making plans yourself so that loved ones won’t have to.

02/21/2026

June E. Bloch

June E. Bloch, age 92, of Battle Creek, died February 19, 2026 at Heritage Assisted Living. She was born November 10, 1933 in Walkerville, Ontario, Canada the daughter of John William Russell and Edna May (Corbett) Bristow. A 1954 graduate of the Grace Hospital School of Nursing in Windsor, she worked as a Registered Nurse retiring from Lakeview General Hospital. June was a member of Westlake Presbyterian Church where she served as an Elder. She volunteered at the Salvation Army Soup Kitchen and Lakeview Food Pantry for many years. On December 18, 1954 she married Richard P. Bloch and he preceded her in death on November 30, 2009. June is survived by three children: Laura (Donald) LaLonde, Russell (Janet) Bloch and David (Juli) Bloch; nine grandchildren: Ian (Ashley Norrod) LaLonde, Aaron (Nicole) LaLonde, Tyler (Samantha) Bloch, Andrew Bloch, Joel (Simi Jandu) Bloch, Jarrod (Megan) Bloch, Ryan Bloch, Audra Bloch and Wyatt Bloch; and four great-grandchildren: Sophia, Asher, Theo and Lofton. A memorial service will be scheduled in the future, with the time and date to be posted here. Memorial contributions in June’s memory may be made to the Salvation Army or the Food Bank of Southwest Michigan. Memories and condolences may be left for the family at www.henryfuneralhome.org

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02/20/2026

David Lee Hill Jr.

Cremation to take place, no services scheduled.

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02/20/2026

Jane L Grant

Cremation to take place, no services scheduled.

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02/20/2026

Theodore G. Faulk

Cremation to take place, no services scheduled.

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02/18/2026

Dr. Barbara Ann Rupp

Dr. Barbara Ann Rupp

1931-2026

The dash between 1931 and 2026 was completed on February 3rd, 2026, when she left this life of wonder, beauty, and happiness to begin her eternal life with God the father. Her hope is that she will be remembered as a happy, fun-loving Christian and friend who loved her family and cared deeply for her friends. Barbara was born in Battle Creek, Michigan but grew up in Quincy, Michigan. She graduated from Quincy High School and married her soulmate H. Gene Rupp. She and Gene had two daughters, Kaprice, who married Craig Bray and Babette who married Thomas Whalen. These marriages produced four wonderful grandchildren, Josh and Trent Bray, and Sara and Seth Whalen. Barb also leaves behind two great granddaughters-in-law, Stephanie Bray and Natalie Keital-Whalen plus a great grandson in law, Matthew Cherry. She was fortunate enough to have six great grandchildren, Henry, Sophie and Hudson Cherry, Jackson and Harper Bray and Oliver Whalen. She considered her greatest life’s accomplishments as being married for 76 years to Gene, raising two talented and wonderful daughters, completing a college education with a PhD, being a teacher and administrator for 34 years. During those 34 years she taught at Springfield High School and later took her talents to Calhoun Area Vocational Center where she initially taught Data Processing. She later became an administrator for the Vocational Center. Through all of life’s challenges, completing the work for God’s plan for her was top priority. Friends Church became an important part of her life in the retirement years. What a life well lived.

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02/14/2026

Although not all veterans grieve in the same way, sometimes the unique conflict situation veterans face and their inability to take time off to grieve the loss of a fellow service member, frequently brings on specific instances of survivor guilt and traumatic grief. Survivor guilt can be very intense for veterans, in fact it is most common among veterans diagnosed with Post- Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). Traumatic grief occurs when a loss is sudden, violent, and/or completely unexpected. This kind of grieving can also extend into physical pain, mental anxiety, and stress disorders. There are numerous resources available from family, friends, and organizations who stand ready to offer assistance. To learn more about veteran offerings, contact us at your convenience.

02/12/2026

David L. Harris

David L. Harris, age 68, of Battle Creek passed away on February 11, 2026 at Beacon Hospital, Kalamazoo. He was born on February 10, 1958 in Kalamazoo, Michigan, the son of Lawrence and Beatrice (Buyce) Harris. David was a lifelong resident of Battle Creek. He graduated from Battle Creek Central High School in 1976, then went on to attend Kellogg Community College. He proudly devoted 35 years of his life to serving his country with the 110th Wing, Air National Guard. He loved spending his time out in the woods hunting or on the water fishing when he wasn’t cheering on his beloved Michigan Wolverines. He found his joy spending time with his family and participating in his kids and grandchildren’s activities, his favorite title in the world was ‘Papa’. David married Joyce Weaver on April 28, 1990 and spent the past 35 years by her side. David is survived by his wife, Joyce; children, Caitlyn (Jacob) Henderson of Battle Creek, Tyler (Baylee) Harris of Ashland, KY., sisters, Mary Jane (Ralph) Harper of Middleville, MI, Sue Ellen (Lynn) Burgett of Battle Creek, grandchildren, Liam, Emma, Gavin, and Adalyne, along with several nieces and nephews. David was preceded in death by his parents, and a sister Nancy Lee Winkler. A Celebration of Life is scheduled for Friday, February 20th from 4-8pm at Riverside Golf Club, 245 Columbia Ave. E, Battle Creek, MI. Private inurnment will take place at Fort Custer National Cemetery. Memorial contributions in David’s memory may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project. Memories and condolences may be left for the family at www.henryfuneralhome.org

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02/12/2026

Lester Leif Stenberg

Lester Leif Stenberg, age 68 of Augusta, died Sunday, February 8, 2026. He was born June 15, 1957, in Fairbanks, Alaska the son of Stanley and Louise (Knudson) Stenberg and was proud of his Alaskan Heritage. At the age of 17 he enlisted in the U.S. Army serving from 1974 to 1978. Following his honorable discharge, he returned to Alaska working on the North Slope for several years. He moved to Battle Creek in 1988 where he began working as a Personnel officer at the Veterans Administration Medical Center, a position he held for over 30 years until his retirement. Lester is survived by two children: Leif (Kate) Stenberg and Erica Richards; one grandson Bryson Richards; two brothers: John Paul Stenberg and Eric Stenberg; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, son Kjell Stenberg; two brothers: Stanley and Roger, and one sister Lana. In keeping with his wishes, Lester has been cremated and a Graveside Service will be held at Fort Custer National Cemetery on Friday, May 1, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. Those wishing to attend please meet in the assembly area prior to the service time. Arrangements by the Richard A. Henry Funeral Home and Cremation Services www.henryfuneralhome.org

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02/10/2026

Sherrill Lower

Sherrill Lynne Lower, 68, of Prudenville, Michigan, passed away peacefully on February 3, 2026, in Charlotte, Michigan.

Sherrill was born on June 3, 1957, in Fort Scott, Kansas, to Wanda and Merrill Abbott. She attended Kathleen High School and graduated in 1975. Over the years, she worked in advertising for several newspapers before later joining her husband on the road as a truck driver, traveling throughout the United States and collecting stories wherever she went.

Sherrill had a deep appreciation for life’s simple joys. She loved sewing, thrifting, fishing, watching sitcoms, and—most of all—spending time with her family. Her laughter was contagious, her spirit joyful, and her strength unwavering.

She is survived by her loving husband, Glen Lower, of Prudenville, Michigan; her daughters, Sarah Lindsey and Laura Elizabeth; and her six cherished grandchildren: Kierstin, Emilie, Jessica, Thomas, Everett, and Hazel. She is also survived by her mother, Wanda Abbott, of Lakeland, Florida, and her siblings, Ronnie, Gary, Rhonda, and Brenda. She was preceded in death by her father, Merrill J. Abbott, and her brother, Dennis.

A burial service will be held at Fort Custer National Cemetery in Battle Creek, Michigan, on February 12, 2026, at 11:30 a.m.

Sherrill will be lovingly remembered by her husband, children, and grandchildren for her boundless love, joyful spirit, steadfast faith in our Heavenly Father, and the warmth she brought into every life she touched.

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02/10/2026

Forrest T. Blanton

Cremation to take place, no services scheduled at this time.

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02/10/2026

Eugene A. Dore

Eugene Adarin Dore, 93, passed away peacefully on February 7, 2026. Eugene “Gene” was born on April 30, 1932 in Bad Axe, Michigan the son of Harland and Ruth. He attended Battle Creek Central High School before serving in the US Airforce. After his time serving in the US Airforce Gene attended Frances Harrington Interior Design School. He was previously employed by Imperial Tile & Carpet, BC Tile & Carpet, Wolf Carpet, John Allan Furniture, Jack Meyer Office Equipment and Gene Dore Interiors which ended in his retirement in 1994. He was married to the love of his life, Emily Ann Kaufmann on August 10, 1957 she preceded him in death. Gene had a love for cars which he collected and refurbished in his small paint shop. He was an avid bowler and was proud of his 300 game. He also enjoyed golfing with his grandson David and all his buddies. Gene was a hunter and fisherman, who just enjoyed being outside with family and friends. He is survived by his loving son, Chip (Eugene Harland) and his wife Anita, grandchildren Carla Jo (Daniel) Olguin of Houston, TX., David (Lorena) Dore of Webster, TX., step grandchildren, Ryan (Samantha) Wolf of Battle Creek, Stevi (Trevor) Hegner of Battle Creek, 9 great grandchildren and many other extended family members. A memorial service is scheduled for 11:00 a.m., Thursday, February 19, 2026 at the Richard A. Henry Funeral Home & Cremation Services, where the family will receive friends one hour prior to the service. Private inurnment will take place at Fort Custer National Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association. Memories and condolences may be left for the family at www.henryfuneralhome.org

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