Amy J. Eastman
September 25, 1973 – October 11, 2026
No public services are planned. Amy will be laid to rest at Mt. Hope Cemetery, Middleville. Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of one’s choice, in c/o the funeral home.
Obituary
Amy Joann Eastman age 53 of Portage, passed away Sunday evening, October 11, 2026. Amy was born in Plainwell on September 25, 1973, the daughter of Ricki A. Eastman and Susan L. Buckingham. For over 28 years, she worked at Arvco as a maintenance scheduler. Her co-workers thought of her as a bright spot in their work day. In her spare time, she loved to shop, especially for others. Amy loved to travel, taking vacations with family and friends. She loved to cook and try new recipes. Nothing was more important to her than her family, especially her grandchildren, “Pumpkin Pie and “Sweet Pea.” Her love and generosity will be sorely missed. Amy is survived by her daughter, Brittany (Travis) Howe; son, Brandon Eastman; grandchildren, Paisley and Oakley; mother, Susan L. Buckingham; father, Ricki Eastman; brother, Richard Eastman; nephew, Riley (Brooke) Tucker; great-nieces, A.J. and Madyn; and countless friends including her lifetime partner, Adam Silsbee; and her four-legged Frenchie, Saint. Amy was preceded in death by her maternal grandparents and great grandparents.
All my Condolences to Amy’s Family.
This is truly heartbreaking. We started a friendship 29 yrs ago, there has not been a day that went by that I did not think of her, wanted to reach out but didn’t, that is deeply regretted now.
We had a lot of fall outs, but always seemed to repair and rebuild, I will never forget her laugh, and her love for others.
Gone way too terribly soon.
Always in our memories, forever in our hearts!! You’ll be missed my friend!! Thank you for the friendship, laughs, and the absolute BEST burritos!!
Sorry for everyone’s loss
Amy was always doing for others. 32 years ago she introduced me to her Uncle by marriage. She said that day “when you get married, I want to be part of your wedding” 30 years ago we got married. Without Amy’s loving concern, two soulmates would have never found each other. We will both very much miss you always Dear
It is truly an honor to know this amazing lady. She will be so missed by anyone who truly knows her. Beautiful soul gone far too soon! Prayers, love, and hugs sent to all who are feeling this loss and loved this sweet woman 🙏❤️
Best “neighbor”. You will be missed.
The bright joyful light of my daughter of my heart has gone out. The world will be so much darker without her laughter and happiness, generosity and love for family and friends. Amy I will miss you until my last breath and love you longer. Rest well and know you will not be forgotten. I love you!
So sorry to hear this. I worked with Amy at Arvco when we were both Shrink tunnel operators in the Pizza Dept. We laughed a lot and had our nails done together sometimes after work!! So sad, she was way too young and I do hope she rests in peace. She had many challenges in her young life, but always seemed to overcome them! May God hold her family in his hands and grant them peace.
I just heard today, I am so sorry beautiful girl. I haven’t seen you in forever but will love and miss you always. So many of my childhood memories include you. Going for walks, Grandma yelling at us and the one I will NEVER forget was staying the night with you guys and Michael Jackson’s Thriller video came on (first time I remember seeing it) and I was scared to death and you thought that was just hilarious as hell lol. See you again soon girl, rest easy.