Age 84, of Royal Oak. Born in Detroit, Michigan.

Beloved husband of Shirley (nee Lassila) for 60 years. Loving father of Millie (Rod) Whitbeck, Ron, Jim and Len (Martha) Erickson. Cherished grandfather of seven.

Funeral Service Monday 1 p.m. (in state 12 noon) at Emmanuel Lutheran Church, 23425 Lahser, Southfield, MI 48034. Rev. Loranell Breyley will officiate.


The family will receive friends for visitation on Sunday from 2-8 p.m. at the Funeral Home.

Interment at Glen Eden Memorial Park, Livonia.

Memorials suggested to Emmanuel Lutheran Church, or the American Heart Assoc., 3816 Paysphere Circle, Chicago, IL 60674.

Arrangements by Potti Funeral Directors.