Philip Eames Obituary
Philip John Eames, 63 of Kincheloe, Michigan passed away at McLaren Northern Michigan on Thursday, August 28, 2025. An updated obituary will follow soon.
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Philip John Eames, 63 of Kincheloe, Michigan passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, August 28, 2025. He was born in Seattle, Washington on May 23, 1962, to Paul & Anne (Boucher) Eames.
He was a proud member of the Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians and very proud of his service to the United States Army.
Philip Passionately gave 15+ years of service to the City Of Grand Rapids, M.I and 14 years to his tribe
Chi Mukwa (Big Bear) arena in Sault Ste. Mari, M.I.
He was an avid Green Bay Packers fan, enjoyed fishing, collecting unique Hats and would often be seen & heard enjoying LOUD music. Philip was the guy that would give the shirt off his back to anyone in need, known community wide for his generosity & giving nature.
Philip is survived by his loving wife Wendy Eames (Huff) of 20 years. He was extremely proud of his son's Lynn (Jennifer) Huff of Jenison, M.I & Josh (Martha) Huff of Sparta, M.I aswell as 10 wonderful grandchildren. Philip was also survived by his brother David Eames of Seattle, W.A , his sisters Linda Cook & Jane Cadreau both of Kinchelo, M.I.
Aswell as Earlynn (Karen) Huff, Louise (Bob) Nelson, Fran Huff, Harold (Debbi) Huff, Cindy King and Bob & Deb Talalay.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Paul & Anne Eames; sisters, Mary Eames and Priscilla Amos; brother Paul Eames Jr.; Father and Mother-in-law, Lynn Harold & Bernice Huff; and brother-in-law Leon Huff.
Philip John will be missed by many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. He will be remembered for his silly demeanor, smile and infectious laughter.
Per Philip's wishes there will be no public funeral or ceremony.
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