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2019
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Wayne Kile Obituary
March 23, 1940 - June 26, 2019
GALIEN, MI - Wayne “Bud” Kile, 79, passed away on June 26, 2019, surrounded by the love of his family. He was born on March 23, 1940 to the union of Charles and Lois (Hackler) Kile. Bud is survived by Sue, his wife of 56 years; his brother, James; daughter, Shelly Kile; son, Bradley (Kristy) Kile; grandchildren of whom he was so proud, Taylor (Charles) Chase, Skyler (Brandon) York, Aidan and Rowan Kile; and great-grandchildren who were his darlings, William, Easton, and Charli Rae.
Bud had an entrepreneurial spirit and founded and operated three businesses in his lifetime. As owner and operator of Bud Kile Moving, he touched the lives of many. His skills as a mover and his quick wit put everyone at ease and made the ordeal of moving mush less stressful. He also owned and operated The Elephant Orphange, sharing “funk and junk” and lively conversations with all comers. Late in life his love of horses drew him into The Slow Lane, a horse drawn wagon ride business that brought joy and fun to many riders. Bud was a man of intelligence, humor and optimism. He loved a good story whether he was the teller or the listener. Above all he was uniquely, unapologetically and irascibly himself.
Per the families wishes cremation will take place. A Celebration of Life gathering will be held on Friday, August 9, from 4:00-7:00pm, at Swem Chapel, 301 W. Front St., Buchanan, MI. Memorial contributions may be made to Caring Circle Hospice. Friends wishing to leave the family a message of condolence my do so at www.swemchapel.com.
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Ann McFadden
July 1, 2019
I am SO sorry to hear of Bud's passing. You are all in my thouhgts and I'm remorseful that I haven't been in contact.
Ann McFadden
July 1, 2019
I am SO sorry to hear about Bud. I'm thinking of all of you and am remorseful that I haven't been in contact.
June 30, 2019
Vary sad to hear of Bud's passing, thinking about all of you during this sad time. JACK AND DAWN Bargerhuff
June 30, 2019
Vary sad to hear of Bud's passing, thinking about all of you during this sad time. JACK AND DAWN Bargerhuff
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