Madeline C. "Miki" Knobloch

Madeline Carroll "Miki" Knobloch, age 80, of Delton, Michigan, passed away peacefully on January 15, 2026. Born on October 19, 1945, in Greensboro, North Carolina, Miki was a vibrant soul whose warmth and kindness touched everyone she met.

Miki's legacy is carried on by her loving family, including her children, Brad (Tess) Knobloch and Joy (Tim) Sargent; her siblings, Susan (David) Knowlton and Doug (Sun) Brown; and her cherished grandchildren and great-grandchildren, who will miss her dearly. Miki also leaves behind many devoted nieces and nephews, each of whom held a special place in her heart. She is preceded in death by her husbands, Larry Knobloch and Owen DeRyder, parents, Harle and Frances (Mahieu) Brown, and son Jim Knobloch.

For over four decades, Miki was a cornerstone of the real estate community as the owner of Knobloch Realtors. Her dedication to her clients and colleagues set a standard of excellence and integrity that will remain a benchmark in the industry. Miki's professional achievements were matched by her commitment to her community, as she generously gave her time and talents to various associations and local initiatives.

Miki's passion for music was an integral part of her life. She played the organ for her church and loved to lift her voice in song with the choir. Her musical contributions were a source of joy and inspiration to her congregation. A lover of nature, Miki found solace and delight in planting flowers and tending to her flower beds, creating beauty that reflected the loveliness of her spirit.

A visitation to celebrate Miki's life will be held on Thursday, January 22, 2026, from 1:00-2:00 PM at Williams-Gores Funeral Home in Delton, with a service to follow at 2:00 PM. Miki will be laid to rest at East Hickory Corners Cemetery, where her memory will be cherished forever.

Please visit www.williamsgoresfuneral.com to share a memory or leave a condolence message for Miki's family.