Photo courtesy of Lewis E. Wint and Son Funeral Home - Clarkston
Clarkston, Michigan
Oct 4, 1927 – Jun 19, 2019 (Age 91)
FOOTE, Eugene Perry, born October 4, 1927 in Lansing, MI, passed away June 19, 2019 in Battle Creek, MI at the age of 91. He was preceded in death by his wife Jacklyn Perry Foote, his daughters, Linda and Jackie and his grandson, Christopher. He is survived by his children, Diana (Jeff) Dubiel of Tampa, FL, Donald (Lynda) Foote of Milford, MI, Michael (LeaAnne) Foote of Huntley, IL, Dr. Barbara (Piet) Lugt of Laingsburg, MI, and Debra (Ken) Jorae of Kalamazoo, his 14 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren. Gene was a proud veteran of the United States Navy and the United States Marine Corp. He served in World War II, Korea and Vietnam before retiring as a Master Gunnery Sergeant E-8 in 1967. He returned to work at Fisher Body and retired from GM in 1987 as the head of security at the Lake Orion Plant. Gene lived most of his life in the Clarkston community. He served as a member of the Clarkston Reserve Police Department. He was staunchly vigilant of the needs of his family. He was an avid golfer with his wife, enjoyed dancing and country music, and the camaraderie of his fellow veterans at the Clarkston American Legion. His television was ALWAYS tuned in to a sporting event or CNN news. In memory of Gene embrace your family, thank a veteran and enjoy your favorite sporting event. Friends may visit at The Lewis E. Wint & Son Funeral Home, Clarkston Monday from 4-8pm. Funeral Service Tuesday 12:30pm at the funeral home. Interment with Full Military Honors to follow at Ottawa Park Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Glen Arbor Hospice Residence, 5470 Glen Cross Rd, Battle Creek, MI 49015.
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Read MoreMay the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. I met Gene at the mall where he gathered with friends, I was with my dad, and Gene scared me at first, but soon learned he was just a big teddy bear! I so enjoyed talking with him 3-4 times a week and hearing all the srories about his family and being a proud vetran, I will miss my friend and never forget my favorite hero
TAMMY THOMAS
June 25, 2019 | OXFORD, MI | Friend
Gene was a valued member of our family while he was a partner to Barbara Davis, our mother and grandmother. His kindness and sense of humor made us all love him. He stood by Barb until the end of her life and was known to put flowers on her grace after she left us. He will be sorely missed by us and our children and grandchildren
Dan & Colleen & family Davis
June 24, 2019 | Waterford, MI | Friend
Marine, family man, neighbor friend and even family for over 50 years. RIP in peace Gene, you will be missed Teri Morrow & Ron Sutton
teri morrow
June 24, 2019 | Wateford, MI | Family
A true hero, patriot, and family man. Those qualities extended to all those in his orbit and made us better. I can't imagine what my life would have been like without the friendship of Mr. Foote's children. I can't imagine what my life would have been like without his mentorship of honor, courage and commitment. Thank you Marine! Semper Fi.
M P
June 21, 2019 | KY | Friend
