Elsie Pohl

Elsie Pohl, 76, formerly of Benton Harbor, passed away Thursday, September 8, 2005 at South Point Assisted Living in St. Joseph. A Celebration of Life Service will be held 11:00 A.M. Monday, September 12, at Kerley-Starks & Menchinger Family Funeral Home, 2650 Niles Road, in St. Joseph, with Dr. Randy Doyle officiating. Friends may call on the family at the funeral home beginning 10:00 A.M. until the time of service. Burial will be at a later date. Those wishing to send the family a message of condolence may do so at www.starks-menchinger.com. Elsie was born on December 2, 1928 in Benton Harbor. She was one of two children born to Carl & Alvina Pohl. She lived her entire life in the twin-cities area. Elsie enjoyed crocheting, gardening, and the out-of-doors. Every morning she would faithfully read her Bible before beginning her day. Elsie is survived by her cousin Martha Shindeldecker of Benton Harbor. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her infant brother Carl Pohl.