Timothy Russel Downard

Timothy Russel Downard obituary, Cement City, MI

Timothy Russel Downard

Timothy Downard Obituary

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Timothy Russel Downard, 62, of Cement City, Michigan, passed away suddenly December 9, 2025. Tim's family held a private gathering.

He was born on June 24, 1963, in Adrian, Michigan to Russell and Norma (Perkins) Downard. Tim married the love of his life, Kimberly Stone, on September 20, 1986, in Brooklyn, Michigan. They celebrated 39 wonderful years together. He will be remembered as an avid fisherman. Tim loved fishing in tournaments, especially the Catfish Acres Tournament and ice fishing. He truly loved the lake life. Tim was an Adrian High School graduate, class of 1981. He met and married the love of his life while working at Cedar Point. Tim was employed at Camp International, later known as TruLife for over 30 years. He enjoyed antiquing with Kim, and watching his favorite teams, the Pittsburg Steelers and Notre Dame Fighting Irish. Above all, Tim loved his family and pets. He will be missed by all who knew and loved him.

Tim is survived by his loving wife, Kim; sister-in-law, Diann Downard and a brother-in-law, Michael (Shea) Stone; nieces and nephews, Ryan (Jennifer) Downard, Erin Downard and Tina (David) Blumhardt; several grand nieces and nephews, Hayden Downard, Lindsay Downard and Myranda, Lindzee Blumhardt. He is preceded in death by his parents, Russell and Norma; a brother Michael; another brother in infancy and his mother-in-law, Roberta Stone.

Memorial contributions may be given to family for future designation. Please leave a message of comfort for Tim's family or sign his guestbook at https://www.EinederFuneralHomes.com.
Eineder Funeral Home - Manchester Chapel

207 East Duncan Street PO Box 250, Manchester, MI 48158

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