Lois A. Paynter

August 16, 1940 - October 21, 2020

On Wednesday, October 21, 2020 the heavens doors opened to greet a beautiful soul. Lois Paynter was as tough as they come; strong, smart, ageless, and caring. That care was shown through dedicating her life to raise her sister, start a family, always keeping a spotless house, be a great cook and help to raise one of her grandchildren. Even doing all of that she managed to make time to work on her garden, talk on the phone daily to her dear friend Gail Dingess, or grab a bite to eat after water aerobics with Sally Richardson. Dedication to the ones she loved can never be questioned; her honesty and integrity never dwindled. Lois is survived by her brother George Nice of Kalkaska, sons Louis Paynter Jr of Sault St. Marie, David (Julie) Paynter of Clinton Township, daughters Cindy Putnam of Southgate, Denise (Matt) Edmond of South Boardman, her beloved cat Ziggy and many grandchildren and great grandchildren that loved her immensely. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Louis Paynter Sr., brother William Nice, and sister Dorothy. Lois was born on August 16, 1940 to the late Hellen and George Nice Sr. She married Louis Paynter Sr. on October 17, 1959 and together they did something so rare in this life, they loved to their fullest potential. Lois won’t just be remembered for her shopping trips, her smile, or her candy apple red Jeep she loved; she’ll be remembered for her heart, her truth and her unrelenting love for others. “To live in hearts we leave behind is not to die.” And as clear as your love was for us all, it will continue to be cherished and live on in all of us. We love you. Fly high Mom aka Meme “God shall wipe all tears from their eyes; and there shall be no more death, nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain: for the former things are passed away.” Arrangements have been entrusted to Kalkaska Funeral Home and Cremation Services.