Robert Paul Piotrowski, of Novi, Michigan, died peacefully at 104 years old with his family at his bedside.

He was born in Manistee, the son of Peter and Gertrude Piotrowski, in 1917 and attended school there. In high school he excelled at football and went on to play for the Wolverines in 1936-1937 at U of M while obtaining his degree in pharmacy. He worked in Detroit for E.R Squibb & Sons in their sales division for more then 50 years.

He was blessed with three children, eleven grandchildren, and numerous great-grandchildren as well as three wonderful step-children and eight step-grandchildren. One of his nephews purchased the home in Manistee where he was born.

The Piotrowski family will receive guests at Thayer-Rock Funeral Home Downtown Farmington, on Saturday, April 23, from 1:00 pm until 3:00 pm.