Amanda Chapman's Obituary
Amanda "Mandy" Chapman (née Forrester) returned to the earth on June 20, 2026, at the age of 91. She was born on December 11, 1934, in Coleman, Michigan, to Margaret and Harry Forrester. Amanda spent most of her life in central Michigan and attended school in Vestaburg.
Amanda's greatest joy was her family. She never turned anyone away, always had a fresh cup of coffee ready, and embraced life with a generous heart and an open door. Her home was a place of comfort, conversation, and welcome for all who crossed its threshold.
She is survived by her sister, Mable Chapman of Edmore; her daughters, Mary (Jay) Maus of Lakeview, Debbie (Duke) Bendon of Greenville, and Dawn (Jim) Allbee of Shepherd; and her sons, Wade (Judy) Chapman of Shepherd, Clay Chapman of Grand Rapids, Troy (Maryann) Chapman of Muskegon, Shon Chapman of Millbrook, Kyle Chapman of Mecosta, and Klyn (Jessica) Chapman of Eaton Rapids. She also leaves behind numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren, all of whom were blessed by her love and presence.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her brothers, Harold "Jimmy" Wright and Harry "Spike" Forrester; her son, Mark Engdahl; her daughter, Robyn Monier; and Kenneth Chapman, Newt Johnson, Lee Dyer, and Kenny Johnson.
Amanda enjoyed antiques and coin collecting, reading, watching Westerns on television, and, of course, sharing a cup of coffee. She found pleasure in simple things and treasured the stories, memories, and people who filled her life.
She came of age in a time when opportunities for girls and women were often limited, yet she forged her own path with determination, resilience, and grit. She carried a sharp sense of humor and a fire in her belly right up to the very end.
May those who loved her find peace in their sorrow. May those she touched give thanks for her life and the memories she leaves behind. And may all remember her as a woman who did the best she could with what she had, loved fiercely, welcomed freely, and lived life to the fullest.
Services for Amanda will take place Thursday, June 25, at Janowicz Family Funeral Home in Lakeview. Visitation will begin at 10am, with a service at 12pm. Following the service all are welcome to join the family at Boyd Cemetery. A luncheon will take place following the interment, at Janowicz Family Funeral Home, Lakeview.
In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that memorial contributions be directed to Janowicz Family Funeral Home to assist with funeral arrangements and related expenses.
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