Irene Marie Pummel Obituary
With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Irene Marie Pummel of Newaygo, Michigan, born in Grand Rapids, Michigan, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Irene left this world on August 4, 2024 at the age of 80, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Irene Marie Pummel to show support.
As Irene departs from our midst, her spirit ascends to join the cosmic dance of stars, a shimmering constellation of memories that will forever grace the night sky of the hearts of those who loved Irene. Though Irene may no longer walk beside us, her legacy lives on — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of time and space.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Bert Howard, and Maxine Howard, Jr. (Nielsen); and her husband Edwin "Red" Jay Pummel. She is survived by: her children, Collene Merritt (Carl), Arlene Vander Ploeg (Daniel) and Gregory Pummel (Angie); and her grandchildren, Erica O'Brien, Kacy Reed, Ryan Huismann (Sam) and Andrew Huismann (Allison). She is also survived by 10 great-grandchildren; 1 brother & 4 sisters; and by nieces, nephews, and friends.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be given to AdvisaCare Home Health Hospice, where Irene received such great care and support from her nurse Liz.