Faces in death--hillside cemetery--Plainswell,Michigan

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[@whittpat]

The 3 children Aleecia, Eric & Nicholas on the 3 Heart Headstone, all died with their Mother in a horrible house fire. Father was the only survivor. I have the newspaper article if anyone would like to read it.

[@irishemogirl6720]

Thanks for the information. I was wondering what happened to them. Saying it's sad doesn't even begin to cover it.😢

[@mandykay7042]

Thank You for the information. Tragic 😔

[@mariemoore6406]

Burning up is a horrible way to die...

[@tamelamertens6805]

whittpat I was wondering about that. So sad

[@billl1127]

Thanks for finding out. That one at 7:26 caught my attention. Terrible.

[@jrichard88]

I do audiovisual work for my church, and a lot of that work comes in the form of helping with sound and sometimes video for funeral services. Every single one is emotionally taxing, but the most absolute soul-crushing services to sit through have been for young people and accident victims. I'm an empath and those just tore my heart right out. But the one thing that drives me is that I'm having a hand in giving these people the send-off they deserve and make sure that the stories of their family and friends can be heard so that their lives can truly be celebrated. That they loved and were loved in return. That they were here, that they mattered. Sorry for the wall of text, I just really appreciate what you do in these videos. They all deserve to be remembered.

[@Native722]

After watching all of these graves, it makes me realize how short and precious life is. It makes me want to live my life to the fullest and be remembered that way.

[@linuxgoddess6753]

7:22 those 3 kids died in a house fire. They were living/staying with their grandparents when the house aught on fire. The grandpa got outside and thought that his wife and 3 grandbabies had gotten out... they didn't. Upon learning of this, the grandpa had a heart attack but survived (the fire, I dunno if he's dead now though) We were living up in Lake Odessa during the late 80s and my grandma and the church ladies helped they families with the burial/grieving. Terrible night that was :(

[@haumea420]

💔🥀

[@meghananderson279]

I watched Zelena’s life story, what a beautiful girl ❤️ you are a good person doing what you do Lamont

[@billcounts9516]

What wonderful work you do young man.

[@jennylane9083]

Just now and I'm crying my eyes out so sad

[@pattyshepard4248]

Car crash so sad.

[@dianaszydel5944]

What can I say, you did it again! You show such respect for all the people involved. Thank you for your hard work!

[@jansfield5314]

So many lives cut so short! Sad. Loved the bears, every picture says a thousand words! Thank you Lamont, take care! 😊

[@serenacalls]

I just watched the tribute to Zelena - Heart breaking. Sending my deepest heart felt condolences to Zelena’s family.

[@elainepelino4925]

Very sad . We are all on borrowed time. May they all rest in peace Thank you lamont .

[@extreemslayer]

Originally from Michigan. Born 1998 and moved to Georgia in 2009. I really want to move back in the future. Great videos!

[@amyhohman6592]

I really enjoyed this video. I'm from Michigan too also my son died in Alpena Michigan at 22 years old so I know how that family is feeling all my prayers and thank you for doing what you do again

[@akashazza9994]

Thanks, always a kind word for the people that have passed.❤😃

[@cheripurk5037]

If you head south on 131 from Plainwell down to Schoolcraft be sure to stop at that cemetery. It's old and right off the highway but getting bigger with each passing year. Lot of interesting old cemeteries in and around Kalamazoo.

[@mournettab6128]

Lamont, I did watch the video for Zelena Amaro, it was touching. She was a beautiful young woman. However, the comments have been disabled, so I could not pay my respects to her loved ones. Thought you should know.

[@mpwmu9041]

Most of my family is buried there. I grew up around the corner. Myself, along with my Dad and uncles worked at the mill across the street.

[@brendaciesla4693]

Good to see you Lamont-Another great video-Thank You🕊🕊🕊🕊

[@puckvoice]

I watched Zelena's video and I'm trying my best not to cry. A touching tribute to a young girl whose life was cut way too soon. My deepest condolences to her family.

[@kellyscott4719]

Thank you again for your respect for our fallen brothers and sister keep them coming

[@julieshepherd5989]

Thanks for sharing and caring Lamont, 🙂🌈

[@somewereinwisconsin]

You should check out the Native American grave in Peshabes town in Leelanau County.......

[@shannoncollins37]

Lamont come to Howell mi we have wonderful cemeteries along with historical cemeteries . Another wonderful video thanks you so much for sharing all your wonderful hard work

[@JohnSmith-ss3ot]

See where Lindsey Richelle Hyde-Blye died about 3 months after she got married. What a very beautiful young woman. So very sad to see. She seemed so full of life and so happy. So sad for her family and for her husband. God bless them all!

[@mikeforce5926]

Great video Lamont.It seems that there are many more young people that have passed than older ones that got to live a long life.Its the same in the local graveyards.It really drains me of my energy to explore them.Your videos make me appreciate life more.Thank you for that.Be safe brother.

[@kimfranks949]

Michael Franks,........Hey Michael love the last name by the way....Hehehehehehehe I used to feel exactly the same way and it used to be make me sad, but then I had the thought that maybe I was just more focused on the younger ones with good reason, it always seems so unfair that their lives are over before many of them have even gotten to live and experience life like someone my age (57) for instance. Of course death is never easy for any of us, especially the loved ones left to greive their loss. Thank God this is just our temporary home and that there is something so much greater than just this physical world! Omg you wanna talk about depressing if this was all that life was!!!!! Ugh. lol take care my friend

[@mikeforce5926]

@@kimfranks949 I love your thoughts on all this.Im just wondering if Franks is your married name.I feel just like you do about death.I hope that i get to see all my family again.At 60 yrs of age,i have outlived all of them.I never had kids so all i have left is my mom who has lots of health issues.I have had to learn the hard way,how important family is.

[@kimfranks949]

Michael Franks ....oh wow that's so wild how much we have in common when it comes to our family background! I too have outlived all my family except for a daughter who is 26 ( I thought I was going to be childless myself after trying for 10 years with no luck and then YEAAAAA what a wonderful surprise)and I'm so blessed to have her in my life. I can't lie I would be pretty lonely if I didn't have her! I know I still have a spattering of a few relatives still living, but sadly I haven't seen them since leaving Calif. as a child and moving to Texas. Yes Franks is my last name thru marriage. When I got divorced the judge asked me if I wanted to retain my former last name and I jumped for joy until he said it was going to cost extra?????? WHAT????? NO WAY!!!!! HELL NO!!!...Bahahahahahaha! sorry just being silly here I geuss. Anyway seriously though my daughter was still a Minor at the time so I thought it best to keep my married name for her sake, so we would have the same last name. Sorry for the "This is your life Story" I didn't mean to ramble on to a stranger, but you seemed so nice and I was sincerely struck by our commonalities if you will. Jeez nothing like me writing my mini autobiography in the comment section! lmao

[@mikeforce5926]

@@kimfranks949 Its ok Kim.I think we need to get to know each other.I feel like i already know you.Thank you Lamont.This makes you special too.Im feeling blessed today.

[@kimfranks949]

Michael Franks .....awwww me too. I already think of you as a friend and that's wild as I don't usually connect with ppl on here that quick. I think that's pretty cool though. Glad to meet you Michael and I do look Frwd. to getting to know you. 😄 Lamont blessings to you as always. It is so wonderful of you for remembering these ppl in the most heartfelt way that I can imagine doing. Keep doing what you're doing cuz you do it better than anyone else could ever attempt to even try to do! I love your compassion and your empathy for the loved ones still here grieving the loss of their special someone who they loved and still feel that void of them being gone!........Hugs to you my friend

[@JadeStrawberry]

Really sad. Many were young. Thanks, Lamont.

[@ohwhoa97]

Come to Traverse City Michigan and check out our cemetery!! My Mom and I enjoy watching you.

[@suzannebaker6096]

The ones that hit my heart the most are the kids. Thank you for sharing these videos.

[@ladytsadventures8033]

Great job on finding all the history on these gravesites. It’s really fascinating. Glad you got to visit Michigan there is so much to see and do here. I’ve lived here almost all my life.

[@msdillpickle3956]

I watched the video on Zelena, what a tragedy! Peace and love Lamont! Thank you for what you do!!

[@valerief1231]

Ms Dill Pickle where did you find the link?

[@msdillpickle3956]

@@valerief1231 on KZbin with her name.

[@valerief1231]

Ms Dill Pickle thank you, I found it, sure wish we could have left comments of love and support for her family.

[@msdillpickle3956]

@@valerief1231 So do I Valerie! May she RIP!

[@missrita1826]

Another beautiful day, another sad viewing. Awesome markers. R.I.P. beautiful people.

[@kimdouglas8598]

That is a big place.. ty for taking the time to do these!

[@troyamardi270]

Melissa Wooten died of an accidental drug overdose which was unexpected to her family and friends

[@dlghenderson2837]

I bet she is so sorry.

[@harrisonjackson6355]

Thank you

[@missesvee5132]

Yes thank you 💐

[@sarabrant723]

Most papers say suddenly or unexpectedly when its suicide or overdose..i have been clean from heroin since May 13 2017

[@missjeanferalcatsrmylife5335]

@@sarabrant723 Congratulations! 🙏❤

[@alextepe4309]

There were a few headstones that had song lyrics that I liked. “This bond between us...” is from that Phil Collins song from Tarzan. And of course Que sera sera, best remembered for being sung by the late great Doris Day. That says it all doesn’t it? What will be will be.

[@joshuabrooks4907]

"Que Sera Sera" translates to English as "Whatever will be, will be."

[@pattidejonge8146]

So close to where we live in MI. Thank you for doing what you do. So interesting.

[@mournettab6128]

I looked up Zelena, saved her video to watch next and will pay respects with a comment to her family. I have been watching your videos faithfully for quiet a while. It never fails that each time I am moved by a particular life shown. I wondered about the 3 siblings (2 little boys, with a little girl) laid to rest together; they all passed on August 14, 1988. What a horrible tragedy for the family. Despite it being over 30 years ago, no doubt they are remembered daily by those who loved them.

[@krcbdavis4352]

Mournetta B someone said they died in a fire!

[@mournettab6128]

Krcb, thank you for the reply. It was an apparent that a horrible tragedy happened.

[@jenniferedwards5781]

I watch all your videos, thank you for everything you do, you're videos are both interesting and sad, take care on your travels Lamont. Best wishes to you from U.K.

[@psw4763]

Hi Lamont. Enjoy your latest video. So many stories for young and old Glad to see weather cooperating. Thank you for caring

[@juliemaravi]

Your videos are the best. I watched Zelena’s video. It was good of you to suggest we do that. Her short life should be honored and remembered. God bless you for your kindness.

[@melissacontrol1107]

Lamont ... This town is called Plainwell, Michigan. I was in a foster home next to Plainwell in a town called Otsego. I had friends and foster parents from there. I also know a few people who died there. The main road through those towns was 55 m.p.h. That's where I took drivers training class back in the 80s. Scary thought now watching this video. Senseless and tragic for sure. 🙏

[@TheSandinkler]

Wow, you are very close to where I live. Keep up the amazing work.

[@sueslkarr2771]

Thank you for what you do. Hugs from NH

[@bradcorbet798]

Hey Lamont - been watching a lot of your faces in death videos and have been addicted to watching them all. Hope you are well and continue to make these type of videos. ✌️

[@Lkmurillo]

Come to grand rapids! On FB Lindsey's mother wrote about how she struggled w/ a eating disorder for 10+ yrs n it was too much damage for her body n died. Her mother died 2 yrs later w cancer

[@MariaAbrams]

Super sad! 💔💐🙏

[@bellaaatje]

Police focus on determining fault in crash that killed Zelena Amaro, 18, of Plainwell

[@robingray3221]

Lamount real nice videos you really give good history on the graves. Keep it up.

[@RickOshay...]

(Footnote for Lamont) Did you know... Calvary Cemetery is a Roman Catholic cemetery in Maspeth and Woodside, Queens, in New York City, New York. With about 3 million graves, it has the largest number of interments of any cemetery in the United States, And least visited... A thousand children and infants are buried together per grave. Check that one out!

[@acefrehley35]

Lamont at Large. Thank You for What you do in keeping their Memories Alive.Stay on course.Keep the Faith.🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@spacecowgurl57]

Thanks Lamont, looks like really beautiful weather. xoxoxo

[@marshaschulz5156]

I explore different cemeteries often enjoy your comments thank you for all the updates

[@mandykay7042]

Thanks for the share Lamont!

[@katelynvanh8677]

Lamont, I know shit is crazy right now but it would be so cool if you visited the cemetery on Mackinaw Island in Michigan. It's probably my favorite one, it's so peaceful and tucked away in the woods. I love your videos and have been binging the absolute shit out of them

[@beanstaters316]

Thanks for sharing ❤

[@tanyas7511]

Mason Hendrickson died of Lymphoma. RIP

[@kittyholdsworth6539]

Loving these videos. Nice eyes too 😊😊😊

[@LamontAtLarge]

Thank you :)

[@mariemoore6406]

..so many lives and so many stories of all their lives..Love pics on each one...Had one put on my parents of them both together.

[@oliviasoliz5983]

Thank you for sharing your video I lost my cousin this morning I have not know of cause of her death so young how many people you show us baby's,teens ,and young adults its hard to lose family at there age it is hard for my cousin just lost her brother now her daughter all I know how much it is hurting so young again thank you and God bless you and stay safe.

[@oliviasoliz5983]

@@jennyh444 Thank you words can't express how much my cousin is hurting right now and the family.

[@tigerback62]

I am so sorry for your loss.

[@candyanthony1483]

So sorry for your loss.

[@Dana548]

So sad, so many young lives cut short....thanks for another great video again Lamont......

[@pilotguy1141]

Just found your channel been binge-watching a lot. I guess the irie thing is you look at some of the grave sites that are not that old that you can tell family has not visited in a long time. It's a shame that family no longer goes to visit deceased loved ones. Then you have deceased ones that have no family left.but it seems lime most gravesites are merely forgotten in time

[@tameraranger]

Looking good my friend

[@grandmama05]

I went to leave a comment on her memorial video. It says comments are disabled. Beautiful video.

[@rhondamorgan6389]

If ever in West Kentucky, Contact me and I’ll share my story of The horrific accident that killed my 9 year old son. I also know how every child in the cemetery died.

[@janlcegerl6414]

What town in Ky?

[@rhondamorgan6389]

janlce Gerl Paducah

[@philthorpe7671]

Where have you been Lamont? Need my daily fix of your stuff!!

[@mikeforce5926]

Me too brother.

[@phylliscampbell4122]

I have been watching your videos and find the information interesting. I don't always see the links listed to check for more info on different ones. Thank you for sharing your videos with us.

[@williammote6672]

Love the videos , keep going love the stories .

[@sherj63w46]

Another beautiful cemetery.😇👍😇👍

[@jilliebeane]

The 3 children in the hearts died with their grandmother in a house fire believed to have been cause by an electrical overload. The grandmother, Marjorie Stidham and her 3 grandchildren, Nicholas Stidham, Eric Estep and Aleecia Estep died and the grandfather, John Stidham survived. The kids were staying with their grandparents while their parents, John & Sherrie Stidham were on a camping trip.

[@MariaAbrams]

Omg can you imagine coming back to all of your kids and your mom dead?!?!? I've lost a parent and a child, I think I'd die if I had to endure both at the same time! And ALL YOUR CHILDREN?!? 💔🙏💐

[@julieyoung3815]

You need to go to Old City Cemetery in Galveston Texas . There is a few hundred graves showing . But there are thousands . Graves are buried on top of one another. But sooooo Amazingly beautiful. It also near a beautiful beach .

[@TheSherryBoops]

To many young people are dying .R.I.P. Thanks Lamont. Love Ya Bunches, ~~~~~Sherry

[@aprilmartin7931]

Great videos! You should visit Spring Grove Cemetery in Cincinnati.

[@shelleyUSATX]

Watched this last night. Really do enjoy watching your video's! I get worried about you when we don't hear from you for a few days as I know you are on your adventure. Please stay safe. I almost wrote down your number just to check on you. My son is your age and I'm just a "worrier Mom. Please take care of yourself.

[@janicewright8015]

So often you see a young persons stone and decorations depict a child. Guess a child never ages to a parent that is left. My daughter has never aged in my mind.

[@HisCreolePrincess]

Lindsey Hyde-Bly had an illness or possibly something else. Her mom made a post saying she's glad she's not in any more pain but she still misses her. That she's sorry she couldn't see how beautiful and loved she was. SO SAD Also one of the nurses commented.

[@ohmeowzer1]

Thank you I enjoy the videos

[@sherronbell4961]

Fantastic video

[@amythomas1124]

I tried to leave a comment for Zelena’s family, but it said comments were disabled in that link you provided.

[@LamontAtLarge]

Yes I know.

[@branchingvine]

When all time becomes one time. None will walk alone.

[@derrickbrown9459]

Lamont at Large. You need to go to Woodlawn Cemetary in Detroit MI.

[@jonnieayotte4438]

Your videos are very interesting and show that you do a lot of work to make them. Good job! I'm wondering, is it normal to have to pay families for information on cause of death? I've never heard of this.

[@deinellpugs]

That is a beautiful cemetery.

[@CurtisAClark]

Glad your in Michigan. If ya are around Flint or Clio, let know.

[@madeinmichiganinthe60s59]

@curtis clark, OR Fenton!!

[@cherylhuda747]

I am replying to an earlier video’s pondering. I would definitely go to a mausoleum on a date. Go to Forest Lawn all the time. I enjoy your videos thank you

[@cherylcampbell7495]

Lamont I have a question for you..Do the deceased haunt you sometimes in your sleep? I have watched too much 9 11 tapes and have night mares and can’t sleep. I pray for all the souls and wish them all peace. Also you and thank you.

[@marcostelles8507]

the baby Brandon died a few days after my birth ... sad, very sad

[@GuessMyName234]

Your birth or his birth?

[@marcostelles8507]

bex ta, my , my birth, I was born in 1970. I'm brazilian, I write bad English. I was born in 70 and the baby born and die in 70, I hope to have been understood

[@missnperfection9830]

The comment section for Zelena's KZbin video has been shut down! I really hope her family and friends are not upset or offended by us commenting and liking her video! We really didn't mean any offense or harm! Every single interaction on their loved ones KZbin video was sincerely from our hearts! We apologize if we upset them! 😔

[@christinetheresa7416]

MissN Perfection If people get upset by comments, why would they post their video on KZbin. I went to the site, and the comment section was already down.

[@ryanfahrne5318]

That's where I grew up. My mother's parents are buried there

[@marygirardin5300]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/h5fPYYxogNx8oLs Here is the link to Zelena’s video

[@wendycarson8824]

Well Lamont ... I've found the idea for my own stone now ❤...

[@stephaniehand503]

Love the fact that you honor the dead.

[@ladyyuna2000]

May they all rest in peace and may the Lord watch over them.

[@stephaniehand503]

So very sorry for Zelena,

[@lynnburgess7269]

Tks. Enjoyed it👍✌

[@Charlotte66666]

So much tragedy in the world, sometimes it just becomes too much ❤️

[@ellenshaw9883]

I think what you do is so important

[@grandmama05]

Just love your channel

[@lisabarnes2477]

Omg that’s my home town!!

[@joshuabrooks4907]

Hey Lamont, Can you please do a segment on the 1959 murder of Kansas family The Clutters, I. E. The "In Cold Blood" case? Please and thank you? Can you also visit the graves of people related to the case, thank you?

[@guns2keepmefree]

Couldn't find the link to the video 🤔. Also, I am a taphophile so I greatly appreciate your videos 👍 👍🤗

[@francislhicks4674]

😳🙏condolences to All!

[@kerrymaynard9350]

melissa marie wooten died unexpectedly

[@stacyhallam6820]

I couldnt find the description...😭😭😭 and I lost both my parents back to back. Feb and the June 2017. I admire what you do. Our thoughts on why I would do it stem from wanting there to be an after life and from what I gather you do it for remembrance and life

[@lorraine9242]

Ohhh, So sorry, Stacy, for your great losses. That must be like a hole in your heart. But remember, we will all be together again soon.

[@stacyhallam6820]

@@lorraine9242 Thank you honey I agree 100 on what you have written. Also I periodically have small run ins or what they call " goings on" to let know they see & hear me. Coindence maybe but it helps me get through my days til I'm able to know. Hugs to you darling from CT

[@ginaallred1587]

Losing three kids at once. That's harsh. I wonder what happened and how the parents are doing. I can't even imagine....😢

[@MariaAbrams]

The kids were staying with the grandparents while the parents went camping. The house burned down. Grandpa was the only one to make it out. His wife and all 3 kids didn't make it...