Michael David Kemmish

July 6, 1955 – June 28, 2026

In Loving Memory Of Michael David Kemmish Sr.

Michael David Kemmish of Queen Creek, Arizona died at home at the age of 70 on Sunday, June 28, 2026, after a 6-year battle with cancer and heart disease.

Michael was born in Phoenix on July 06, 1955, to the son of Claude Bert and Gladys May (Campbell) Kemmish. Michael grew up in Phoenix, Arizona.

He married the former Jing Liu on August 08, 2009, in Las Vegas, and they have shared the past 17 years together. Surviving are his wife, Jing Kemmish Liu, daughters Diane Bell, Billie Taylor, stepson Xinze Zhan, and grandchildren Austin Taylor, Dallas Taylor, Kaitie Taylor, and others, all of Alaska.

He was preceded in death by his parents, as well as his two brothers, Bill Kemmish and Stanley Kemmish.

Michael proudly served in the United States Air Force for six years more, where he became a skilled and dedicated telecommunications specialist. After his military service, he continued his career with the Department of Veterans Affairs, where he worked until his retirement. His life reflected a quiet but steady commitment to serving his country and helping those around him. He found joy in simple and meaningful things, such as country music, classic movies, baseball, and traveling the world such as China and Thailand. These experiences reflected his curiosity about the world and his appreciation for life’s moments. His greatest joy was his family. He deeply loved his wife and cherished every moment they shared together. His love was steady, thoughtful, and shown through his actions more than words.

He will be profoundly missed, but his memory will live on in the heart of those who loved him. His legacy of kindness, laughter, and love will not be forgotten.

A private family viewing will be held on July 23, 2026 at San Tan Mountain View Funeral Home and Advanced Planning Center in Queen Creek. The burial and memorial service will be held at the National Memorial Cemetery of Arizona on July 24, 2026, from 10:00 to 10:30 a.m., with the Luke Air Force Base Honor Guard, 56th Fighter Wing, rendering military honors.