Photo courtesy of Swartz Funeral Home - Flint
Flint, Michigan
Mar 2, 1932 – Mar 15, 2019 (Age 87)
PILLSBURY, Erwin Wiley Jr. – Of Columbiaville, age 87, died Friday, March 15, 2019 at McLaren-Lapeer.
Funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. Tuesday, March 19, 2019 at the Swartz Funeral Home, 1225 West Hill Road, Greg Carlson officiating.
Burial in Great Lakes National Cemetery at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Karmanos Cancer Center-Lapeer.
Visitation 5-8 p.m. Monday and 11 a.m. Tuesday until the time of the service at the funeral home.
Erwin was born in Portland, Maine on March 2, 1932, the son of the late Erwin and Virginia (Irvin) Pillsbury.
On April 21, 1951 he married Madelyn Hodge in Flint and they had been married 68 years.
He served four years in the U.S. Navy.
Erwin was a Journeyman Electrician at AC Spark Plug Division for 43 years.
Erwin enjoyed hunting and fishing, was a fantastic wood carver, which included duck decoys, scrimshaw carvings, and ornamental knives just to name a few.
Above all, he loved spending time with his family.
Surviving are wife, Madelyn (Boots);
daughter, Marcie Howard;
son, David and wife Renee;
grandchildren, David Cochran, Ryan Howard, Daniel Howard, Angela Colquitt and Alex (Carlena) Pillsbury;
great-grandchildren, Justice, Zach, Piper, Jake and Kensley;
brother, Richard (Penny) Pillsbury;
many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his daughter, Janis Cochran, in 2013; grandson, Jason Gordon Howard and sister, Nancy Thomas.
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I didn't really see my great grandpa much but he was a amazing man. I miss him everyday.
Thank you to all the people who supported my family. We all appreciate it.
Piper Colquitt
November 19, 2019 | Flint, MI
My condolences and sympathy to the family.
Michael Prieur
July 27, 2019 | Clio, MI
I worked at AC in the press room on Dort Hwy. Erwin was always there when we needed an electrician. He was always nice and I always liked it when he was the one that came out. He was a great help when needed. I enjoyed having worked with him when he came out. Our thoughts and prayers for the entire family. May God bless and give the strength needed for this time and all the days ahead. Rest in Peace Erwin.
Alan DeVoe
March 18, 2019 | Davison, MI
Married for 68 years!
Marcie Pillsbury-Howard
March 16, 2019
Prayers of Peace and comfort to the Family May He Rest In Peace. From UAW Local 651
Chaplin- Sharon Burnett
March 16, 2019 | Flint, MI
So sorry for your loss.Erwin and I worked together at AC. I learned a lot about the electrical trade from him. I'm sure he will be missed by all. Praying that God will surround you with his Love.
Donald Schacher
March 16, 2019 | Indian Land, SC
Erwin and Boots were like Family to Us ,I worked with Erwin for years ,We became Neighbor and have been close to Erwin and Boots for many years,Erwin and I in a lot of ways were like Brothers ,enjoying the same things ,Carving ,Photography ,Hunting and Fishing ,Knife building .There was never a time We didn't have something going or something to talk about ,Not only was He a Great Friend ,He was also My mentor giving Me ideas and showing Me how He did His Craft ,I will surely miss My Friend...
John VanSlambrouck
March 16, 2019 | Fenton, MI | Friend
Dear Boots, it has been so many years since we spent time together. I remember we visited you up north and Jan, Marcie and David were just little kids. They helped watch Michelle and we hadn't had Michael yet. We've thought of you often through the years. I hope your years have brought you many blessings. We now have three grandsons and five great grandsons. Michelle was the last girl in our family.
I will pray for your future peace and happiness.
With loving memories
Patsy & Vernon...
Vern & Patsy Craig
March 15, 2019 | Davison, MI
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Vern & Patsy Craig
March 15, 2019 | Davison, MI
