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Neil S. Burkholder

Waterford, Michigan

April 17, 1930 - February 6, 2025

Neil S. Burkholder Obituary

BURKHOLDER, NEIL S. Jr. of Orion; February 5, 2025; age 94; Loving husband of the late Betty Burkholder; Beloved father of Paula (John) Giordano, David Burkholder and Wendy Burkholder; Cherished grandfather of Lauren (Douglas), David (Lisa), Andrew (Ashley) and Neil; Dear brother of Mallory Burkholder, the late Robert (late Moreen) Burkholder, late Gary (Wanda) Burkholder and the late Judith (Neil) Simpson. Mr. Burkholder was an Eagle Scout, Scout Master and a veteran of the United States Air Force. He was a member of the American Legion, Chief Pontiac Post #377 and worked as a carpenter. He enjoyed flying, Bingo and the outdoors. He loved banana splits and volunteered for many years as a poll worker. A Celebration of Life will be held on Sunday May 4, 2025 from 2-6 p.m. at the American Legion, Chief Pontiac Post #377, 4819 Mary Sue Avenue, Clarkston. Military Honors will take place on Monday, May 5, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. at Great Lakes National Cemetery, 4200 Belford Road, Holly.  Memorials may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project.

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BURKHOLDER, NEIL S. Jr. of Orion; February 5, 2025; age 94; Loving husband of the late Betty Burkholder; Beloved father of Paula (John) Giordano, David Burkholder and Wendy Burkholder; Cherished grandfather of Lauren (Douglas), David (Lisa), Andrew (Ashley) and Neil; Dear brother of Mallory Burkholder, the late Robert (late Moreen) Burkholder, l

Events

Celebration of Life

Sunday, May 4, 2025

2:00 pm - 6:00 pm

American Legion Chief Pontiac Post #377

Guaranteed delivery before Neil's Celebration of Life begins.

Cemetery Committal

Monday, May 5, 2025

11:00 am

Great Lakes National Cemetery

4200 Belford Road Holly, MI 48442

Guaranteed delivery before Neil's Cemetery Committal begins.

Final Resting Place

Great Lakes National Cemetery

4200 Belford Road Holly, MI 48442