Lori Ann Ames

Lori Ann Ames, age 67 of Wayland, Michigan, passed away February 1, 2024, surrounded by loved ones. Lori was born April 18, 1956, in Grand Rapids, MI; she was one of six children to the late Frances (Slagter) VanAllsburg and Lawrence VanAllsburg.

Lori was a hardworking, loving, strong, and independent woman. She dedicated her life to raising her daughter, Sara Ames, and taking care of her mother in her final years. Lori had a deep love for animals, with horses and cats being her favorites. She enjoyed watching her brother, Ray, race at Berlin Raceway, drag-racing at Mid Michigan Motorplex, and going camping and hiking in the UP with Jay. Crafting was another passion of Lori’s; she loved creating gifts and household items for the people she loved.

Lori was preceded in death by her mother, Frances VanAllsburg; father, Lawrence VanAllsburg; boyfriend, Jay Henderson; and sisters Debra and Sandra VanAllsburg; as well as her brothers Theodore and Bruce VanAllsburg.

Lori will be lovingly remembered by her daughter, Sara Ames; grandchildren Maverick Bradley, Camden Keely, Karter Stott, Kyler Stott, Keyleigh Jones, and Rylan Price. As well as her sisters Cheryl Murray and Wendy Groeneveld; brother, Ray VanAllsburg; five nephews, five nieces, 11 great-nephews, five great-nieces; and many friends and extended family members.

In accordance with her wishes, Lori will be cremated, and a celebration of her life will be planned at a later date. The family welcomes memories and messages at www.kubiakcookwayland.com in their guest book online.