Chris Allen Ames' Obituary
Chris Allen Ames, age 58, passed away at home surrounded by his family on July 13, 2015. He was born on September 30, 1956 to Allen and Jolene (Vanderberg) Ames in Muskegon. Chris was a member of Forest Park Covenant Church. For the last 17 years he worked as an IT for Ridge View Industries in Grand Rapids. Chris truly enjoyed boating and waterskiing with his family. He also loved spending time with his brother gaming on the computer and golfing with his dad. He was married to Dawn D. Wood for twenty years and she survives him along with their children, Jon Bunda, Tracey (Patrick) Fritz and Chris (Brandi) Bunda; 13 grandchildren; his parents; brother, Scott (Sue) Ames; nieces, Kathryn (Adam) Sullivan, Carina (Nick) Curtis and nephews, Casey Ames and Cameron Ames. A FUNERAL SERVICE will be held for Chris at 4:00 PM Sunday, July 19, 2015 at Forest Park Covenant Church (3815 Henry St.). VISITATION with the family will be 4-6 PM Saturday at The Lee Chapel, 6291 S. Harvey St., 231-798-1100. In honor of Chris, memorials to Optio Village – Non Profit – Fern House would be appreciated. Share memories with the family at www.sytsemafh.com
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