Bette Kienbaum's obituary , Passed away on November 17, 2025 in Kalamazoo, Michigan

Bette Kienbaum

December 21, 1937 - November 17, 2025 (87 years old)

Kalamazoo, Michigan

Bette Kienbaum's obituary , Passed away on November 17, 2025 in Kalamazoo, Michigan

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Bette Kienbaum

December 21, 1937 - November 17, 2025 (87 years old)

Kalamazoo, Michigan

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It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved Bette Kienbaum (Kalamazoo, Michigan), who passed away at the age of 87, on November 17, 2025. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Thomas James and Margaret James; and her brother Tom James (Marsha). She is survived by: her husband Richard "Dick" Kienbaum; her sons, Ric Kienbaum (Julie) and Mike Kienbaum; her grandchildren, James, Tyler, Ricky, Sarah Johnson (Phil) and Rachel Boyer; and her great grandchildren, Madeline, Oliver, Michael and McKenzie. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Portage Community Center.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Life Story Funeral Home



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6080 Stadium Dr, Kalamazoo, MI 49009

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6080 Stadium Dr, Kalamazoo, MI 49009

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