Age 97, of Farmington Hills. Born in Detroit, Michigan.

Beloved husband of the late Lois for 72 years. Loving father of Marjorie (Kenneth) Fraser and Joan Miller. Cherished grandfather of three and great-grandfather of seven.

Funeral Saturday 11 a.m. at Thayer-Rock Funeral Home, 33603 Grand River Avenue, downtown Farmington (1 blk. W. of Farmington Rd.). Officiant Rev. Dr. Jeffrey R. Maxwell, Pastor of First United Methodist Church of Farmington.

Visitation Friday 5-9 p.m.

Interment Roseland Park Cemetery, Berkley, Michigan.

Memorial contributions may be made to First United Methodist Church of Farmington, 33112 Grand River Ave., Farmington, MI 48336.