Starks Family Funeral Homes

Starks Family Funeral Homes Caring family services to support you before, during and after the loss of a loved one. Barton., New Buffalo, MI 49117
269-469-2233

Swem Chapel
301 W.

Our mission is to care for those we serve with information, sensitivity, and compassion, and to care for our staff and community. We offer a full range of funeral and cremation services, and we are here to support you before, during, and after the funeral. We have 7 locations to serve you better:

Starks & Menchinger Chapel
2650 Niles Rd., St. Joseph, MI 49085
269-556-9450

Clark Chapel
405 Center St., Dowagiac, MI 49047
269-782-2135

Sommerfeld Chapel
15 N. Front St., Buchanan, MI 49107
269-695-6881

Heritage Chapel
8747 US 31
Berrien Springs, MI 49103
269-471-2700

Newell Chapel
83313 M51, Decatur, MI 49045
269-423-2561

Filbrandt Chapel
1076 S Bailey Ave, South Haven, MI 49090
269-637-0333

Clark ChapelHonoring Michael William Hall, Army 🇺🇸We are grateful for your courage and the sacrifices you made to protec...
12/21/2025

Clark Chapel
Honoring Michael William Hall, Army 🇺🇸
We are grateful for your courage and the sacrifices you made to protect our freedom.

At Heritage Chapel with heartfelt thanks, we honor:Kenneth Lee Gleason, Air Force Harold Wayne DemayYour service and ded...
12/20/2025

At Heritage Chapel with heartfelt thanks, we honor:
Kenneth Lee Gleason, Air Force
Harold Wayne Demay
Your service and dedication will never be forgotten.

Happy Work Anniversary to our Starks Family! John Jewell – Dec. 8, 2017 – 8 years Jeffrey Jakeway – Dec. 5, 2022 – 3 ye...
12/19/2025

Happy Work Anniversary to our Starks Family!

John Jewell – Dec. 8, 2017 – 8 years
Jeffrey Jakeway – Dec. 5, 2022 – 3 years
Hannah Myers – Dec. 18, 2023 – 2 years

Thank you all for your dedication and hard work! 🎉

Tom standing at the construction site of our current funeral home on Niles Road in St. Joseph.
12/17/2025

Tom standing at the construction site of our current funeral home on Niles Road in St. Joseph.

The holidays can be challenging. Lory's Place invites you to a special workshop designed to help you create a tangible, ...
12/12/2025

The holidays can be challenging. Lory's Place invites you to a special workshop designed to help you create a tangible, heartfelt connection to your loved one: a Memory Bear.

Bring a meaningful item of clothing and, with group guidance, transform it into a comforting keepsake. All sewing materials (needles, thread, patterns, and embellishments) will be provided for this simple project.

Event Details:
Activity: Memory Bear Workshop
Location: Lory’s Place, 445 Upton Dr., St. Joseph
Adults: Wednesday, December 17th, 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Kids and Teens (ages 5-18): Monday, December 22nd, noon to 2:30 p.m
Space is limited. Please call to RSVP: 269.983.2707.

Here to help, day or night. Call Starks & Menchinger Chapel at 269-556-9450 for compassionate care.
12/11/2025

Here to help, day or night. Call Starks & Menchinger Chapel at 269-556-9450 for compassionate care.

This Giving Tuesday, we’re celebrating the power of community and compassion. 💙At Starks Family Funeral Homes, giving ba...
12/02/2025

This Giving Tuesday, we’re celebrating the power of community and compassion. 💙At Starks Family Funeral Homes, giving back is at the heart of what we do because caring for others extends far beyond our walls.
Join us in spreading kindness today, whether it’s through a donation, a helping hand, or a simple act of love. Together, we make a difference.

At Swem Chapel, we honor Mr. Ronald Leroy Byrum for his service in the U.S. Army.Thank you for your courage, dedication,...
11/30/2025

At Swem Chapel, we honor Mr. Ronald Leroy Byrum for his service in the U.S. Army.

Thank you for your courage, dedication, and the sacrifices you made to protect our country. 🇺🇸

At Starks & Menchinger Chapel, we honor a remarkable group of veterans whose courage and dedication shaped the lives of ...
11/29/2025

At Starks & Menchinger Chapel, we honor a remarkable group of veterans whose courage and dedication shaped the lives of many:

Marlan Tahran McIntire – Army
Scott Edward Lutzen – Air Force
Gloria Caroline Dohner – Army
Laurence George Graefen – Marines
Dr. William Donald Nichols – Marines
Charles William Wood – Navy
Kenneth John Edwards – Navy
John Michael Paris – Navy
Raymond Morris Goodman – Army Air Force
David Arthur Versaw – Army

Each name tells a story of service, sacrifice, and commitment to our country. Today, we remember them with gratitude and respect. 🇺🇸

On this Small Business Saturday, we reflect on the privilege of serving our neighbors. Our family is here to provide tru...
11/29/2025

On this Small Business Saturday, we reflect on the privilege of serving our neighbors. Our family is here to provide truly personalized attention and support when your family needs it most.

At Heritage Chapel, we honor these courageous veterans who served our country with honor and dedication:🇺🇸 Peter Richard...
11/28/2025

At Heritage Chapel, we honor these courageous veterans who served our country with honor and dedication:

🇺🇸 Peter Richard Emanuel – U.S. Marines
🇺🇸 Larry Lee Duvall – U.S. Army
🇺🇸 Edwin Calvert Christensen – U.S. Army
🇺🇸 Timothy David Forker – U.S. Navy

Thank you for your service and sacrifice. Your legacy of bravery will always be remembered.

Andy will be ringing the Salvation Army bell this Friday Nov. 28th from 10–12 at Hobby Lobby! Stop by, say hello, and he...
11/28/2025

Andy will be ringing the Salvation Army bell this Friday Nov. 28th from 10–12 at Hobby Lobby! Stop by, say hello, and help support a great cause this holiday season. ❤️🎄

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Saint Joseph, MI
49085

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6 Locations to Serve You Better

Our mission is to care for those we serve with information, sensitivity, and compassion, and to care for our staff and community. We offer a full range of funeral and cremation services, and we are here to support you before, during, and after the funeral. We have 6 locations to serve you better: Starks & Menchinger Chapel 2650 Niles Rd., St. Joseph, MI 49085 269-556-9450 Yazel & Clark Chapel 405 Center St., Dowagiac, MI 49047 269-782-2135 Sommerfeld Chapel 15 N. Barton., New Buffalo, MI 49117 269-469-2233 Swem Chapel 301 W. Front St., Buchanan, MI 49107 269-695-6881 Heritage Chapel 8747 US 31 Berrien Springs, MI 49103 269-471-2700

Newell Chapel 83313 M51, Decatur, MI 49045 269-423-2561