Kay Ishmael's obituary , Passed away on June 4, 2026 in Kalamazoo, Michigan

Kay Ishmael

August 5, 1941 - June 4, 2026 (84 years old)

Kalamazoo, Michigan

Kay Ishmael's obituary , Passed away on June 4, 2026 in Kalamazoo, Michigan

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Kay Ishmael

August 5, 1941 - June 4, 2026 (84 years old)

Kalamazoo, Michigan

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It is with sadness that the passing of Kay Ishmael (Kalamazoo, Michigan) is shared. Kay, born on August 5, 1941, passed away on June 4, 2026. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Kay Ishmael to pay them a last tribute.

Kay will be remembered for the time spent with loved ones and the moments that brought joy to those around her. Friends and family will honor Kay by reflecting on shared memories and the positive influence she had in their lives. Though Kay is no longer present, the bonds she created and the experiences shared will endure. Kay’s memory will continue to be a source of comfort for all who knew her.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Valerie Hupp and Roswell Hupp; and her brother Arthur Hupp (Joanne). She is survived by: her husband James "Jim" Ishmael; her daughters, Mary Kay Cameron (Patrick) and Diane Ishmael (Daniel Dicks); and her grandchildren, Nicole Cameron, Andrew Dicks and Olivia Dicks. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews.

Memorial contributions may be made to Centrica Care Navigators Hospice.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Life Story Funeral Home



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Thu

June 11

Funeral service

St. Luke's Episcopal Church

Thu

June 11

Reception

Betzler Life Story Funeral Homes
6080 Stadium Dr, Kalamazoo, MI 49009

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