John Paul Orwin

John Paul Orwin, 73, passed away February 15, 2026 surrounded by his loved ones. Long time resident of Wayne, MI. Born August 25, 1952 in Garden City, MI to John and Ruth Orwin.

John was survived by his wife, Annie. Children Phill (Danielle), Sarah (Justin), Olivia (Caleb), Eva (Jared). Eight grandchildren Dylan, Kaylan, Genevieve, Collan, Josslan, Kysa, Joseph, Channing. Two siblings Jim and George.
He graduated from Wayne Memorial High School. He began driving trucks after graduation. Following this he earned his pilot license and started working with his own charter business. He diversified his business and became a private corporate pilot for Van Mark for over 30 years.

He was an avid photographer with his favorite subjects being his family and friends. You could find him at the golf course on nice days. He loved working on his 1998 Ford Mustang Convertible. He was seen cruising at the Wayne Cruise with his wife, kids, and grandkids. He would go from another of his favorite pastimes, hunting, to feeding "his deer" for enjoyment in the backyard! He was a talented landscaper and lover of flowers who won a Home Beautification Award multiple times from the city of Wayne. The landscaping brought a diverse amount of wildlife, especially birds, that he enjoyed watching. He had a love for God and loved serving others at whatever church he was at, including helping the hospitality committee. He lived his life following the verse of love your neighbor as yourself. if anyone came to him with needs he would drop everything to help them. He would not just do for them, but he loved sharing his knowledge with those that he helped so that they could then help themselves and others. He had a wonderful sense of humor which created a house filled with much laughter. Family was known to say that "it's not a party until John gets here."

The memorial service will be held on February 21, at Four Winds Church, 31840 Seven Mile Road, Livonia MI 48152. You are welcome to start arriving at 10am for fellowship and celebrating his life. There will be a 11am memorial service. Light refreshments will be following.

In lieu of flowers John's family is asking that donations be made to PreBorn!.