Desnoyer Funeral Home

12/11/2025

Ashlee Lindell Padgett, born September 16, 1996, passed away unexpectedly on December 8, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of kindness, humor, and a heart that touched everyone who knew her. For the past three years, Ashlee bravely battled Lupusa struggle she faced with remarkable strength and resilienc...

12/11/2025

Cameron was born on February 12, 2001 and passed away on December 8, 2025. Cameron was a very dedicated son and father. He came into this world fighting and continued that throughout his whole life. Cameron is survived by his mother, Mary Jo Meko and his three children, Kohlton, Kamden

09/24/2025

A special touch to our new letterhead logo! It’s based on artwork painted by Amanda’s son, Caden.

It’s a reminder that family, love, and legacy are at the heart of everything we do.

07/03/2025

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Francis Xavier Berkemeier Of Jackson, died peacefully at home surrounded by his devoted wife and children. The eldest of nine children, Frank was born to Francis Betty ne Konkel Berkemeier immediately following the peace of World War II. At the age of 12 he secured the booming neighborhood paper rou...

06/25/2025

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Robert Joseph Kistka, of Jackson, MI passed away peacefully in his home, surrounded by his family in the evening hours of Sunday, June 22, 2025. He was 92 years old. Robert was born on May 16, 1933, the last of 15 children to parents, John and Helen Kistka. He was

06/17/2025

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Mary Elaine Swartz, age 92, of Jackson, Michigan, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on June 11, 2025. Born April 29, 1933, in Mikado, Michigan, Mary lived a long and loving life dedicated to family, faith, and service to others. Mary is survived by her sister, Karen Merkel

06/04/2025

Thomas N. Bartz Funeral Service

05/30/2025

A Message to the Families We Serve

For 135 years, our family has had the honor and privilege of serving the Jackson Community through five family generations of dedicated care at our funeral home. This tradition of compassion, respect, and support has been at the heart of everything we do and it remains our guiding purpose.

We would like to share some important news. We have entered into a partnership with Hampton Funeral Home, a respected name in funeral service that shares our values, our commitment to families, and our deep roots in the community. This partnership allows us to build on our legacy and ensure that we can continue to meet the needs of families for generations to come.

The Desnoyer family will continue to be a part of the daily operations and you will still see the familiar faces you’ve come to know and trust. Chris Desnoyer and Amanda Desnoyer remain on staff, ensuring that our long-standing traditions of dignity, respect, and personal service continue without interruption.

If you have any questions or concerns about this transition, please don’t hesitate to call us.

01/16/2024

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Bostwick, Phyllis Irene Of Jackson, passed away under loving care of her family and the staff of the Jackson County Medical Care on Monday, January 15, 2024 at the age of 91 years. She is survived by her 7 children, James Jr., Cynthia Bostwick, Andrew Bostwick, Kevin Shelley Bostwick, Shelly

01/12/2024

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Smith, Norma Palacios It saddens us to announce the passing of Norma Palacio Smith on Friday, January 5, 2024 at the age of 81. She passed at Henry Ford Allegiance Hospice Home peacefully surrounded by her loved ones after battling with liver cancer. Norma was a caring wife, mother, sister,