James D. DuMont

July 6, 1964 - December 5, 2017

James D. DuMont longtime Grand Ledge resident passed away unexpectedly on December 5, 2017. Jim was the youngest of 8 children and was born July 6, 1964 in Lansing, Michigan to the late Joseph F. and Charlene M. (Campbell) DuMont. He graduated from Grand Ledge High School Class of 1982. He was employed by Art Van Furniture and had many jobs throughout his life, including Knights of Columbus Insurance. He was a long time member of the Knights of Columbus Richard Council #788. Jim loved hunting, fishing and playing sports. The Du was a people person and looked forward to hanging out with friends where he loved to tell stories and jokes. He loved to hear people laugh. He was also a big MSU sports fan. Jim appreciated the community and was proud to call Grand Ledge his home. He is survived by his wife of over 20 years, Cheryl L. (Moyer); children, Samantha Swenson, Zach DuMont and Audrey Harper; grandson, Clinton Browning Jr.; siblings, John (Mary), David (Roberta), Steve (Rose), Mark (Jeanne), Jean (Butch) King, Kevin (Karen) and Michael (Tonia); brothers-in-law, James (Val) and Kirk (Linda) Moyer; aunts, Shirley Campbell, Alice Shinkle and Lillian Dumont along with many nieces, nephews, cousins, numerous friends and his dog, Maddie. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday, December 9, 2017, 11:00 a.m. at St. Michael Catholic Church, Grand Ledge by The Reverend Fr. James Eisele. Rite of Committal will follow at N. Eagle Cemetery. Visitation will be Friday from 1-3:00 p.m. and 5-8:00 p.m. with a Scripture Service at 7:30 p.m. at the Holihan-Atkin-Barclay Funeral Home, Grand Ledge and Saturday at the church from 10-11:00 a.m. Memorial contributions may be given in memory of Jim to his son Zach’s college expenses, 406 N. Bridge Street, Grand Ledge, Michigan 48837.