Brown Funeral Home & Cremation Services

02/18/2026

Christine J. Sheldon, a beacon of love and kindness, passed away peacefully of natural causes on February 7, 2026, at the age of 70. Born on April 21, 1955, in Niles, Michigan, Christine's life was a testament to the power of caring and the joy of simple pleasures. Her journey began as the cherished...

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02/18/2026

Trenda Lee Thompson, a loving and giving woman of love and compassion to all who knew her, passed away peacefully on February 5, 2026, after an extended illness, in Mississippi Baptist Medical Center, Jackson, MS. Trenda was born on March 13, 1958, to the late James Thompson Sr. and Mae Oma (Nicks) ...

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02/17/2026

We would like to wish Laurie Thompson Vergon a very happy birthday and recognize her for over a decade of service towards our families here at Brown Funeral Home.

Thank you for the compassion, care, and commitment you bring each and every day!

02/16/2026

Finally at rest, Gerry Ann passed away quietly in her home in Niles, Michigan, with her husband, Jim, by her side as always.

She was born in Mishawaka, Indiana, to Phillip and Elsie (Roelandts) Fowler and a home full of kids including her brothers, Frederick (Helen), Robert (Carole), LeRoy (...

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02/16/2026

02/16/2026

Sharon Lee Steere, 79, of Niles, Michigan, passed away on Thursday, February 12, 2026.

Sharon is survived by her siblings, Jerry (Mary Jo) Steere and Nancy Williams, her nieces and nephews, Karen Leblang, Elaine Brill, Edward (Trystan) Camp, Matthew Steere, Jason (Jocelyn) Steere, Rick (Jani...

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02/15/2026

Elaine Gibson, a cherished wife, mother, grandmother and sister, passed away peacefully at the age of 91 on February 13, 2026, in Niles, Michigan. Born on February 2, 1935, in Baroda, Michigan, Elaine was the loving daughter of the late Henry and Elsie (Rosentrater) Klann. Her gentle spirit and lovi...

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02/13/2026

LeRoy Nels Severson, aged 92, passed away peacefully on February 10, 2026, in Dowagiac, Michigan, surrounded by the love of his family. Born on August 12, 1933, in Eau Claire, Wisconsin, LeRoy was the beloved son of the late Nels and Stella (Bergum) Severson. A life lived with earnest dedication to ...

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02/13/2026

Because pets are family too. Brown Funeral Home is proud to offer dignified cremation services to help our community honor their beloved companions.

02/11/2026

Jacob E Bays, 95, of Niles, passed away peacefully early Friday, February 6, 2026 at Brentwood in Niles. Jacob was born January 24, 1931 to James and Ellen Bays in South Bend, Indiana. They then moved to Niles. He married the love of his life, Barbara Pingel on November 18th, 1950. Together they lov...

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02/10/2026

Kim A. Dreibelbis, 72, of Niles, formerly of Plymouth, Indiana passed away on Sunday, February 8, 2026 at Corewell Lakeland Hospital in St. Joseph, Michigan after several months of declining health. He was born June 6, 1953 in Plymouth, Indiana to George D. and Mary Donnabelle (Elliott) Dreibelbis....

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02/06/2026

Janice Suzanne Eady, age 71, died at 2:08 pm February 4th, 2026 at Woodland Terrace–Niles, Michigan. She was born in Detroit and attended school at Electric Light & Ferry Street schools, Niles, Blossomland Learning Center, Berrien Springs, Woodlands Behavioral Healthcare Network, Cassopolis & Gatewa...

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