William "Bill" Henry Korth

KORTH, William "Bill" Henry- Of Grand Blanc, age 84, passed away on Sunday, September 18, 2022 surrounded by his family.

A Funeral Service will be held at 1:00pm on Wednesday, September 21, 2022 at the Swartz Funeral Home, 1225 West Hill Road, Flint with Pastor Steve Wood officiating.

Visitation 10:00am Wednesday until the time of service at the funeral home.

Per Bill’s wishes, cremation will take place following his services.

Bill was born in Flint, Michigan on August 23, 1938 the son of the late Floyd Henry and Edith Mae Korth. He was the youngest of 12 siblings. Bill attended Flint Technical High School. He married his bride, Vivian Ann Popoff on September 19, 1959. They shared 63 years of love. Bill worked in Engineer Management for Michigan Bell Telephone Company for 30 years and Butler Telecom for 10 years. He enjoyed the outdoors and played a variety of sports. His greatest passion was his family.

Surviving are Beloved wife, Vivian Korth of Grand Blanc;

Daughter, Kathryn (Mickey) Tarrance of Burton;

Son, Michael Korth of Burton;

7 Grandchildren;

Special granddaughter and fishing partner, Jennifer (Carolyn) Gregus of Grand Blanc;

5 Great-grandchildren;

Special niece, Diana Smith of Goodrich;

Sister, Elaine Draper of South Carolina;

And many friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents; 10 siblings; sister-in-law; and granddaughter, Kristen Gregus.