It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Ninete Ann Vermeylen, age 50, who passed away peacefully on May 22, 2026. She was born on May 7, 1976, in St. Petersburg, Florida, to David and Kim (Schultheis) Vermeylen. Ninete spent the past 15 years in the Cincinnati area, and prior to that had lived in Ypsilanti. She was a 1994 Chelsea High School graduate and served in the military from 1994 to 1997.
Ninete had a deep love for animals, and she found great comfort and joy in spending time with her beloved dog and cat. Above all, Ninete will be remembered for her beautiful smile, her kind spirit, and the love that remained in her heart for her daughter and family.
She is lovingly remembered by her daughter, Britany Vermeylen of Phoenix; her parents, David and Kim Vermeylen of National City; her siblings, Ben (Shanell) Vermeylen of Grass Lake, Wesley Vermeylen of Grass Lake, and twin sister Nicole Vermeylen of Stockbridge; and her eight nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her sister-in-law, Ashley Vermeylen, and her grandparents. She will be deeply missed and forever remembered.
A Memorial Service will be held on Friday, May 29, 2026, from 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Staffan-Mitchell Funeral Home in Chelsea, with Pastor Eric Stricklin officiating. Burial will follow at Mt. Hope Cemetery in Waterloo Township.
