Kirk Edward Chamness
October 13th, 1954 - January 5th, 2024
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Kirk's Obituary
Kirk Edward Chamness, 69, of Decatur, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Friday, January 5, 2024 at his home in Decatur. He was born October 13, 1954 in Chicago, IL to Charles Chamness and Marion Case.
The family will receive guests from 12pm until time of celebration of life service at 3pm, Saturday, January 13, 2024 at Newell Chapel, 83313 M-51, Decatur. We will gather at 1pm, Sunday, January 14, 2024 at the funeral home to process to Harrison cemetery for burial at 2pm. Memorial contributions in Kirk’s name can be given to the Webster Memorial Library, 200 N. Phelps St., Decatur, MI 49045.
If you lived in the Decatur community, you more than likely knew Kirk. Kirk loved Decatur, and Decatur loved him. A creature of habit, you could often find him riding his bicycle around town. Proudly sporting his bright orange hat and go-to jeans with suspenders, he rarely missed a meal at Hard Times, or his mornings hanging at the library in “his spot”. In his younger years, Kirk enjoyed fishing, and often shared what he knew with those who wanted to join him. Although he might have been stubborn at times, Kirk will be remembered fondly for his kindness and compassion.
Kirk is survived by his son, Charles Chenault; his grandson, Brendan Green-Chenault; his brother, Charles “Chuck” (the late Joan) Chamness; and many other dear extended family and friends. He is preceded in death by his siblings, Paul, Joe, and Judy; and his parents.
The family will receive guests from 12pm until time of celebration of life service at 3pm, Saturday, January 13, 2024 at Newell Chapel, 83313 M-51, Decatur. We will gather at 1pm, Sunday, January 14, 2024 at the funeral home to process to Harrison cemetery for burial at 2pm. Memorial contributions in Kirk’s name can be given to the Webster Memorial Library, 200 N. Phelps St., Decatur, MI 49045.
If you lived in the Decatur community, you more than likely knew Kirk. Kirk loved Decatur, and Decatur loved him. A creature of habit, you could often find him riding his bicycle around town. Proudly sporting his bright orange hat and go-to jeans with suspenders, he rarely missed a meal at Hard Times, or his mornings hanging at the library in “his spot”. In his younger years, Kirk enjoyed fishing, and often shared what he knew with those who wanted to join him. Although he might have been stubborn at times, Kirk will be remembered fondly for his kindness and compassion.
Kirk is survived by his son, Charles Chenault; his grandson, Brendan Green-Chenault; his brother, Charles “Chuck” (the late Joan) Chamness; and many other dear extended family and friends. He is preceded in death by his siblings, Paul, Joe, and Judy; and his parents.
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