Photo courtesy of Swartz Funeral Home - Flint
Flint, Michigan
Jan 9, 1948 – Feb 14, 2023
SUNDWICK, Deacon John C. - Of Burton, age 75, passed away Tuesday, February 14, 2023 at his residence.
Funeral Mass will be held 11am Saturday, February 18, 2023 at St. John Vianney Catholic Church, 2415 Bagley Street, Flint,
Father Thomas Firestone officiating.
Burial in Sunset Hills Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to St. John Vianney Catholic School in Flint, Michigan.
Visitation 4-8pm Friday at the Swartz Funeral Home, 1225 West Hill Road, Flint. A Rosary will be prayed 7pm Friday evening at the funeral home. Visitation 10:30am Saturday at church until the time of the Mass.
John was born in Flint, Michigan on January 9, 1948, the son of Robert and Madeline (Stebbins) Sundwick. John received two Bachelors Degrees. He was ordained in 1999 and was Deacon at both Our Lady of Guadalupe and St. John Vianney Catholic Church. John enjoyed gardening and genealogy and the University of Michigan, M Go Blue!
Surviving are wife, Karen Marie Sundwick;
daughter, Ellen Miller and son-in-law, Jack Miller;
daughter, Catherine Sundwick;
grandchildren, Riley Marie and Samuel Charles;
sister, Carol (William) Hartley;
sister-in-law, Mary Jo Sundwick;
brother-in-law, Gregory (Carol) Pilon;
and many loving Sundwick and Pilon nieces and nephews;
and beloved fur baby, Sadie.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert Edward Sundwick, Madeline Sundwick Tucker, and step-father, Robert Tucker, brother, Robert Sundwick, father and mother-in-law, Harold and Emilia Pilon, nephews, Robert Sundwick, and Joseph Smith, and fur babies, Piper and Carson.
The family is grateful for the care Dr. Peddireddy and Dr. Berrou provided to John.
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John was a very good neighbor for my Mom, Florence Duso. She always felt at ease knowing he was just a few doors away. My Mom spoke highly of him, and his sermons too. Ron Duso
Ronald Duso
March 02, 2023
Dear Karen, Ellen, and Catherine, I am so sorry that I wasn’t able to come to John’s funeral.
I had foot surgery last Thursday, and am not able to walk or drive.
But, it is very important that you all know how much I love and care about you all, and how much John meant to me.
We had lots of conversations about how much our families meant to us, and I know he loved you all so much.
He was a wonderful, kind, and sweet man, and I will always be happy to have known him. ...
Ruth McLearn
February 20, 2023 | Flint, MI | Friend
My dear John, how much fun we used to have, how many laughs. We agreed on so much, and argued about much more. I will miss your constant Facebook Messenger posts! You will be missed my friend. Thank you for all the years knowing you. Karen, Carol, and families my heart goes up to you. Blessings of peace and comfort to all of you as you go through this tough time.
Tonya Ketzler
February 20, 2023 | Flint, MI | Friend
Morgan and I are so sorry to hear this news. We love you and take care. ❤
JR and Morgan Kangas-Miller
February 18, 2023 | Ishpeming, MI | Family
He was a role model, a teacher, and more importantly a wonderful friend to me. I truly will miss our conversations. My love and sympathies are with all who knew him and are mourning in his passing.
Michael F
February 18, 2023 | Nashville, TN | Son
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. We met John thru Greg and my sister Pam Dowdy. John had a special smile and warmth we won’t forget, thankful our paths crossed. Karen, thoughts and prayers for you and your family.
Gary and Carla (Van) Beemer
February 17, 2023 | Attica, MI | Friend
I worked with John at AC and he also was our photographer at our wedding in 1980. I have not seen him in many years but he was such a kind man! My condolences to all of his family.
Kelly Straka
February 17, 2023 | Work
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.I will always remember his sweet smile and kind words..God Bless you Karen and your lovely family..much love,Denise Lucas
Denise M. Lucas
February 17, 2023 | Davison, MI | Friend
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Lincoln and Molly Miller
February 17, 2023 | Glenn, MI | Family