Frederick James LaHaie Clio, Michigan Obituary

Frederick James LaHaie

LAHAIE, Frederick James – of Clio, age 76, died Saturday, November 21, 2020 unexpectedly at his residence. Due to the pandemic, a private family Mass of Resurrection will be held at 11:00 AM Saturday, November 28, 2020 at SS. Charles and Helena Catholic Church in Clio, Michigan. Rev. Fr. Ken Coughlin officiating. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions be made to Old Newsboys of Flint, St. Luke N. E. W. Life Center or Food Bank of Eastern Michigan. Frederick was born October 24, 1944 in Cheboygan, Michigan to the late Rolland and Gladys (Kitchen) LaHaie. He grew up in Cheboygan, Michigan and graduated from Cheboygan Catholic High School with the class of 1962. Frederick attended Lake Superior State for 2 years and then went to receive his Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration from Ferris State University in 1990. In 1964 he married his high school sweetheart Jo-Ann Bur in Cheboygan, Michigan. Prior to his retirement in 2000, Frederick worked for AC Sparkplug/Delphi as a General Supervisor with 36 ½ years of service. Frederick has been a very active member of SS. Charles and Helena Catholic Church since 1972. He was also a member of the Antique Car Club of America and restored his own 1936 Studebaker. Five years ago, Fred and Jo-Ann sold their longtime family home and moved into a condo, where Fred was the president of the association. In between card games, Fred loved to travel with his family and friends and was a handyman that would take on any project and always had his tool box in the car. He loved attending all of his grandchildren’s school and sporting events. Frederick was very proud of his children and grandchildren. Surviving are: Wife of 56 years, Jo-Ann LaHaie; Children, Lisa (Kennie) Miles, Michael (Melanie) LaHaie; Grandchildren, Evan (Emily) Miles, Chad (Eileen) Miles, Nicole Miles, Alyssa LaHaie, Ryan LaHaie; Siblings, Anne Marie LaHaie R.S.M., Margaret (Bob) Stephens, Mary Jo Powell, Ronald LaHaie; Sister in laws, Judy LaHaie, Marcia LaHaie, Sherry LaHaie; Brother in law, Ronald Ostwald and many beloved nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his Parents; Son in law, Eric Miles; Siblings, Rolland LaHaie Jr., Kathleen Greenless, Elaine Ostwald, John LaHaie, Jerry LaHaie, Nicholas LaHaie. Please sign our guestbook or share an online condolence with the family at www.oguinnfh.com. O'Guinn Family Funeral Homes Clio Chapel (810) 686-5070
October 24, 1944 - November 21, 202010/24/194411/21/2020
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Alison Bur
December 1, 2020
Uncle Fred has always been a male role model in my life. Forever patient, steady, and kind Fred always gave the best advice, fixed anything that was broken, and provided a one liner that made the whole room laugh. Not many people in life can make you always feel loved, s... Continue Reading
Gail Scott
December 1, 2020
So sorry to hear of Fred's passing - he was President of our Association for several years in which, I was honored to work along side of him. Fred will be greatly missed - he has a bubbly personality and cute wit - he enjoyed helping others and making things nice in the... Continue Reading
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With love, Kendra LaHaie
November 29, 2020
Uncle Fred was the closest thing to my grandpa Ive ever known! Such a kind and loving human being. Thoughts and prayers are with you all!
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MaryAnn Steele
November 28, 2020
I was so sorry to hear of Fred's passing. I met Jo-Ann and Fred through the Antique Car Club. Really enjoyed getting to know Fred. May the God of all comfort be with you and your family in the days ahead. Love, MaryAnn Steele
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Michael and Linda Beaulieu
November 28, 2020
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Michael and Linda Beaulieu
November 28, 2020
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Jason Powell
November 28, 2020
What more can be said about how great uncle Fred IS (greatness never perishes)? I have many wonderful memories of Uncle Fred. He was a wonderful counselor/advisor and just a genuinely good guy. He was one of my top 2 favorite uncles (won’t reveal his rank so that the su... Continue Reading
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Aaron Bur
November 27, 2020
He was an amazing man, gentle and kind. He was as genuine as they come and very personable. I was very honored to call him my uncle and Godfather. I will do my best to try to live my life a little more like Fred would have lived, a little more simply and alot more love. ... Continue Reading
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Larry & Dianne Holsted
November 27, 2020
We were so saddened when Jo-ann called us to us know about Fred's passing. Our love and prayers are with you, dear Jo-ann and your dear family. He will be greatly missed. We felt so blessed to be Fred & Jo-ann's neighbor while we lived in Clio. We couldn't have asked ... Continue Reading
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Terry & Carole Jarvinen
November 29, 2020
Dear Jo-Ann and family, We are so saddened to learn of Fred's death. We so miss the wonderful times we had back when the guys worked at AC, and we have so many memories of special times! Asking God to wrap you with His perfect love. and comfort you at this very difficu... Continue Reading