Photo courtesy of Lewis E. Wint and Son Funeral Home - Clarkston
Apr 5, 1951 - Dec 5, 2022
Kellie / Eric / Bill / Cara & Family - Thank you for providing a time for laughter & tears to celebrate Gary. When I think of Uncle Gary - I think of Humor / Competitiveness / Sense of fairness.
What a legacy with example of loving your Wife / Sons / Family.
I find a lot of comfort in 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18.
Wishing you much peace during this difficult time.
Jim Edelman
Jim Edelman
December 11, 2022 | Noblesville, IN | Family
What a kind and loving person Gary was. Sending our thoughts and prayers, may your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Love Jerry Paula and family
Jerry O’Brien
December 10, 2022 | Ada, MI | Family
Sending prayers of condolence, strength, and understanding to the Dovre family.
DANETTE WILLIAMS
December 09, 2022 | BLOOMFIELD HILLS, MI
Group of 10 Trees
Karen Buchanan
December 09, 2022
To the Dovre and O´Brien families,may the passage of time ease the hurt and the memories of Gary´s life become more important than the memory of his death. God Bless . Chris and Rebekah Tip in The free state of Florida .
Chris and Rebekah Tippen
December 08, 2022
What a wonderful friend and beautiful heart! You will be missed and we treasure the memories! We love you Kellie.
Deni and Gordie Suszek
December 07, 2022 | Harrison Twp, MI | Friend
Of Clarkston and formerly of Waterford passed away peacefully at home on Monday, December 5, 2022 at the age of 71.
Much loved husband of Kellie for over 35 years. Loving father of Eric L. Dovre (Cara) and William R. Mastick (Casey Watkins). Adoring “Gramps” of Nora and Lincoln Dovre. Son-in-law of Joyce O'Brien. Brother of Pat Grybel (Michael). Brother-in-law of Tim Patterson and Jeff O'Brien (Christie). “Fun” Uncle of Scott Shipman (Beth), Tammy Edelman (James), Amy Carey (David), Beth Earley (Paul), Jenna O’Brien and Brooke O’Brien, and many great nieces and nephews. Gary was preceded in death by his parents, Harold and Winnifred Dovre and his dear sister, Julie Patterson.
Gary was an attorney for over 30 years and his problem-solving nature and respect for all made him especially adept at resolving disputes that were agreeable to all parties. He took pride in providing the highest standard of municipal law, even being recognized from 2010-2021 in The Best Lawyers of America publication.
Gary graduated from Michigan State University in 1973 and later from Detroit College of Law in 1977. Through Sparty’s ups & downs, he enjoyed MSU football and basketball games with friends and family. Above all, Gary loved sharing his favorite pastimes of camping, golfing, tennis, and later bowling.
In lieu of flowers and given Gary’s love of the outdoors and all animals, please consider a donation to Waterford Parks & Recreation for the benefit of Hess Hathaway Park in memory of Gary Dovre where he shared special memories across generations with his sons and grandkids. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home.
Visitation will be held at the Lewis E. Wint & Son Funeral Home, Clarkston on Friday, December 9, 4:00 – 8:00 p.m. and Saturday, December 10 at 11:30 a.m. with funeral service to follow at 12:30 p.m.
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