Joseph John Caires

May 1, 1961 ~
May 2, 2022

J.J. Caires, age 61, of Walker, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, May 2, 2022. He was an outdoorsman, he loved camping and was a proud member of the Boy Scouts, Gerald R. Ford Field Counsel with his son, Alex. He also enjoyed supporting his daughter with annual Girl Scouts fishing trips. J.J. had a talent for woodworking. He enjoyed crafting his own wooden projects at home and worked for JDTI. From a young age he had a fascination for building model trains, space travel, ships, pinewood derby cars and Star Trek. J.J. was also an avid Lions and Red Wings sports fan. He also enjoyed surprise adventures up north visiting lighthouses with his family, or to the property in Baldwin. He will be greatly missed for his sense of humor, attention to detail and hard work in everything he did, and his love for his family. He was preceded in death by his parents, A.J. and Diane Caires. He will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 30 years, Amy Caires; children: Kristina (Adam) Caires and Alexander Caires; 4 sisters; nieces, nephews and many dear friends. Relatives and friends may meet the family Friday, May 6, 2022 from 5-8 pm at Matthysse Kuiper DeGraaf Funeral Home, 4031 Clyde Park SW, Wyoming. Those who wish may make memorial contributions in remembrance of J.J. to a local state park.

Visitation
Friday, May 6
5:00pm - 8:00pm

MKD - Wyoming
4031 Clyde Park Ave. SW
Wyoming, MI 49509

Phone: (616) 534-5417

Leave Your Tribute Message

May 06, 2022 10:55am
I'm so sorry to hear this. Working with Joe for so many years, I always admired his loyalty and how much care he put into his work. Through conversations with him it was always clear how important his family was to him. You will be in my thoughts and prayers. Paul Huesdash

- Paul Huesdash

May 05, 2022 6:55pm
My condolences to the family of Mr. Joseph John Caires. Your family will be in my thoughts during this difficult time.

- Zariah Terry

May 03, 2022 3:33pm
Amy and family, We are so very sorry. Joe was a great guy and loved his family deeply. We have many memories from our years of working with him. You are in our prayers. Kathy and Doug

- Doug Huesdash

May 03, 2022 12:48pm
Man i cant believe your gone. In the few years i knew you. You and your family had become a second family to me. Always made me feel welcome. You will be missed very much.

- Jack Welch

May 03, 2022 12:43pm
I will always remember J. J. from elementary school. He would ride his string ray bicycle to my house to talk. He love naming his sister using the fingers of his right hand. Always kind hearted. May you enjoy reunion with your loved ones and fellowship with Steve. Until we meet again... RIP.

- Tara L. Caldwell




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