Joe Bos
November 19, 1955 – February 1, 2021
The family is planning a memorial event to be held at a later time.
Obituary
Age 65, passed away on Monday, February 1, 2021. Joe was born in Kalamazoo, on November 19, 1955, the son of Andrew John and Helen Elizabeth (Soules) Bos. He worked for many years at The Upjohn Company. Joe devoted his life to taking care of his youngest son, Josh, with whom he enjoyed hanging out, taking a dip in the lake, going on boat rides and Gator rides. He also enjoyed hunting and fishing. He will be remembered as a kind, loving and encouraging father. Joe is survived by his children, Melissa (Jason) Walters of Kalamazoo, Heather (Christopher) Koziara of Byron Center, Joseph (Jennifer) Bos of Kalamazoo, Joshua Bos of Plainwell; grandchildren, Jacob, Maxton, Emiliana, Adelaide, Oliver, Izabela, Sullivan, and Silas; brothers, Dave (Pat) Bos, Ron (Vicki) Bos, Jer (Marcy) Bos, Tom (Dawn) Bos; sister, Bev VanDyken; several nieces, nephews and cousins, and countless friends. Joe was preceded in death by his parents, and a brother-in-law, Ron VanDyken.
Our dear Joe…who could have known? God As our hearts are breaking, we also know you’re having a family reunion with so many in heaven! Your time on earth was dedicated to making sure Josh was taken care of! Be we also remember fishing times with you, your hunting, fishing, shooting skills. And boy could you give that baseball a ride!!! Your wonderful belly laugh! Your toughness, & your tenderness! I don’t think I’ve ever met a stronger man, both physically & emotionally! You’ve set the bar high, my brother! Now you have Joe, Miss, Heather & Josh to carry on your legacy….& they’re stepping up to the plate beautifully!I KNOW HOW VERY PROUD YOU ARE OF THEM & HOW MUCH YOU LOVE THEM! YOU’VE TOLD ME OFTEN! The rest of us will keep telling them, as long as we live! Family is Family! Joe, I’ll love you forever, I’ll like you for always. Forever & always, my brother you’ll be!! Till i see you again, Sis
Oh I know the shock and hurt you are feeling as a family. The loss of a sibling is so hard. But I was shocked to read he was 65. I didn’t realize we were only three years apart and that he had grandchildren. I will be lifting you all in prayer for comfort, peace, acceptance, and many fun and wonderful memories of Joe.
Thinking of the Bos family during this difficult time. May your memories hold you all together and give you combined strength as you venture on without your loved one! Prayers for comfort and peace for everyone. Dick and Susan Young and family
Saddened to hear news of Joe’s passing through the gates of Heaven. God Bless
Dear Bos family, Joe was very special to me and I’m so sad to hear he has gone too soon. I would run into him occasionally as our kids all went to Plainwell schools. God bless you all. I know I’ll see you all again one day in a better place.
Melissa, I am sorry to hear of you loss
Our deepest sympathies, thoughts and prayers to the entire Bos family. May you feel the comfort in knowing that there are friends that care for all of you. Special hug sent out to Melissa, our daughter’s friend and one of my Girl Scouts.
Heather, Melissa, Joesph, Joshua and Bos Family, Our deepest condolences to the family. Joe was a good friend and my fishing buddy. He will be missed.
Heather, Melissa, Joseph and Joshua Joe will be missed by all of us especially me Joe was my fishing buddy. Our deepest Condolences to you all.
You were amazing. I will forever miss you.