NILES — Loretta Hemminger, 75, of Dowagiac, passed away on Nov. 21, 2010, at Borgess Hospital in Kalamazoo with her loving family by her side.

In keeping with Loretta’s wishes cremation has taken place and a private graveside service will be held at a later time at Mission Hills Memorial Gardens.

Those wishing to make a donation may do so to the family.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Brown Funeral Home and Mission Hills Memorial Chapel.