John R. LaFleur Howell, Michigan Obituary

John R. LaFleur

John R. LaFleur, Jr. Howell, MI His Legacy…John LaFleur, age 80, passed away, September 14, 2019. John was born in Detroit, MI on December 18, 1938 to John and Theresa (Westra) LaFleur. He married Sandra Sowal on October 11, 1996. John was a woodshop teacher for Detroit Public Schools, retiring in June of 2002. John had many hobbies, including woodworking, antique dealer, and Lionel train collector. He also owned a marina and was an avid boater. He will be missed by all who knew and loved him. His Family…John is survived by his wife, Sandra; children, Theresa Liao and John LaFleur III; grandchildren, Noah and Julian Liao; step-daughter Marisa (James) Turner, step-grandchildren, Victoria Turner and Nicholas Turner nieces and nephews, Susan Rutledge, Sally (Scott) Young, Ronald (Barbara) Savidge, Thomas (Laura) Savidge, David (Carol) James, Harvey (Bonnie) James. He is preceded in death by his parents, and sisters Gloria and Lorraine. His Farewell…John’s family and friends will gather on Sunday, September 22, 2019 from 12:00PM until the time of his Community Farewell at 4:00PM, at Borek Jennings Funeral Home, Lamb Chapel, Howell, MI. Memorial contributions are suggested to American Heart Association. Please leave a message of comfort to the LaFleur family by calling 1.877.231.7900 or sign his guest book at borekjennings.com
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John R. LaFleur, Jr. Howell, MI His Legacy…John LaFleur, age 80, passed away, September 14, 2019. John was born in Detroit, MI on December 18, 1938 to John and Theresa (Westra) LaFleur. He married Sandra Sowal on October 11, 1996. John was a woodshop teacher for Detroit Public Schools, retiring in June of 2002. John had many hobbies, including woodworking, antique dealer, and Lionel train collector. He also owned a marina and was an avid boater. He will be missed by all who knew and loved him. His Family…John is survived by his wife, Sandra; children, Theresa Liao and John LaFleur III; grandchildren, Noah and Julian Liao; step-daughter Marisa (James) Turner, step-grandchildren, Victoria Turner and Nicholas Turner nieces and nephews, Susan Rutledge, Sally (Scott) Young, Ronald (Barbara) Savidge, Thomas (Laura) Savidge, David (Carol) James, Harvey (Bonnie) James. He is preceded in death by his parents, and sisters Gloria and Lorraine. His Farewell…John’s family and friends will gather on Sunday, September 22, 2019 from 12:00PM until the time of his Community Farewell at 4:00PM, at Borek Jennings Funeral Home, Lamb Chapel, Howell, MI. Memorial contributions are suggested to American Heart Association. Please leave a message of comfort to the LaFleur family by calling 1.877.231.7900 or sign his guest book at borekjennings.com

Events

Sep
22
Family and Friends Gathering
Sunday, September 22 2019
12:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Borek Jennings - Lamb Chapel, Howell
312 South Michigan Avenue
Howell, MI 48843
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Sep
22
Farewell Memory Service
Sunday, September 22 2019
04:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Borek Jennings - Lamb Chapel, Howell
312 South Michigan Avenue
Howell, MI 48843
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Memorial Contributions

American Heart Association - Michigan Chapter
27777 Franklin Road. Suite 1150, Southfield, MI 48034, MI 48034
248-936-5800
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