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Lee McEachern Obituary

McEachern, Lee Robyn Grass Lake, MI formerly of Dearborn and Chelsea Age 68, died suddenly Tuesday, June 28, 2016 at his home. He was born September 29, 1947 in Detroit, Michigan, the son of John M. & Amelia (Bates) McEachern. Lee graduated from Dearborn High School in 1965, and attended Ferris State for one year. He served in US Army with the101st Airborne in Vietnam, earning a Bronze Star and Purple Heart. After his service, he graduated with a Bachelors Degree from Cleary College. Lee worked for the Ford Motor Company for 32 years. He spent most of his career at the Sheldon Road plant in Plymouth, retiring as Production Control Manager. Lee was a member of Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church in Michigan Center. He loved his cabin up north, and working on building projects. Lee always had a good sense of humor. He will be most remembered for his modesty and kindness. On April 3, 1970, he married Gayle Loftus and she survives. Other survivors include a son, Michael (Nona) McEachern of Ft. Wayne, IN; a daughter, Jennifer (Arun Ramasamy) McEachern of Chelsea; a brother, John (Diane) McEachern of Brighton; a sister, Jill ("Butch") Wilhoit of Ellettsville, IN; four grandchildren, Autumn, Morgan, Ajay, Joey; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents. Funeral Mass will be held Saturday, July 2, 11:00 am at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church in Michigan Center, with Fr. Timothy MacDonald officiating. Burial will be at Maple Grove Cemetery in Grass Lake, Michigan. The family will receive friends at Cole Funeral Chapel in Chelsea on Friday 4-8 pm. Memorial contributions may be made to Disabled American Veterans.

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Published by Jackson Citizen Patriot from Jun. 29 to Jul. 3, 2016.

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Janice Jackson-Smith

August 13, 2017

My late condolences to all of Lee's family and friends. Many fond memories of Lee and Jill from our long ago roller skating days. RIP Lee.

Jackie Jenkins

July 5, 2016

Gayle-My sympathy and prayers at this sad time for your family. Lee was so well-loved.

Regina Roper

July 2, 2016

Gale, Mike, Jen: loving thoughts and prayers for your immediate family. Lee will be missed by all of us. Jack + Regina Roper

Regina Roper

July 2, 2016

For his smile and kindness

July 1, 2016

Gayle- We are so sorry for your loss. We will be keeping you and your family in our thoughts and prayers.

Liz Studley

July 1, 2016

Jen, I am so sorry for the unexpected passing of your father. Your family is in my prayers and I pray that God will begin to replace your family's pain with peace. Warmest regards, Liz

Karen and jim McEachern

July 1, 2016

Gayle, Mike and Jennifer
Words cannot express The sadness we feel that we have lost uncle Lee. Who will put Jimmy in his place? We are going to miss his smile and his big kind heart.

Ellen Law

July 1, 2016

Deepest sympathy to all of you from your neighbors on Torch Lake. I'll certainly miss seeing Lee working in the garage and his "good morning Ellen" when we meet.

Kumar Goundan

June 30, 2016

Very sorry to hear of your loss. Condolences to Gayle, Jennifer, Michael, Arun, and the rest of the family and friends

Suganthini Krishnan Natesan

June 30, 2016

We are deeply saddened by your loss. Our heartfelt condolences to Gale, Arun, Jennifer and the entire family.

Warmest Regards,
Suganthini and Jagdeesh

Kelly Wyers

June 30, 2016

Gale, Jenny, Mike & Family I am so sorry to hear about your dad. He was a wonderful man. My thoughts are with all of you.

June 30, 2016

My deepest condolences to Lee's family and friends. I know there are no words to express how you feel, but I hope you find some peace during this time. - 2 Thessalonians 3:16

Noel Henderson

June 30, 2016

You could always know Lee even in the dark if you shook his hand. His heart was as large as his hands. RIP, Lee.

June 30, 2016

I am sorry for your loss. May prayer comfort you.

1 Thessalonians 5:17 "Pray constantly."

June 30, 2016

Dear Gayle,
We are so sad to hear about Lee. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Eternal rest grant unto him, oh Lord and may perpetual light shine upon him.

God Bless You!
David and JoAnn Karle

Traci Wyers

June 30, 2016

Gale, Jen, Mike and family
Words alone can not express my sorrow for you all. Lee was a wonderful man and will be missed by many. September 29th will never be the same for me. Prayers to each of you and all my love.

Kathleen Loftus

June 29, 2016

The nicest guy you would ever want to know. I have many fond memories of my friend "Lee-Roy"!

June 29, 2016

Thank You for your Service. We are forever in your debt. Condolences to all.

Brenda Nicely

June 29, 2016

Lee, I didn't know you other than by hearing the wonderful things your brother-in-law, Joe Loftus, had to say about you. You will be missed by many.

June 29, 2016

We are deeply saddened by Lee's passing and offer our condolences to Gayle and the entire family for your great loss.

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