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Thomas Kotzian Obituary
Shelby Township - Thomas F. Kotzian, of Shelby Township, MI, passed away on November 28, 2020 at the age of 73. Tom was born in Detroit on January 19, 1947 to Frank and Helen Kotzian. He was married to his wife and best friend, Lynda (nee Litz), for 52 years.
Along with Lynda, Tom is survived by his daughter Kristin Johnson (Greg) of Shelby Township, MI; his son Brandon Kotzian (Jamie) of Chesterfield, MI; and his brother Robert Kotzian (Suzanne) of Sterling Hts. Tom was preceded in death by his sister, Lois Waller (nee Kotzian). Tom also had 4 adoring grandchildren; Carson, Piper, Breanna, and Tyler.
After graduating from Central Michigan University, Tom taught through Utica Community Schools and then continued teaching in the private sector. He later earned his Juris Doctorate degree from Michigan State University College of Law. Tom dedicated his professional life to serving the real estate industry, both locally and nationally, as educator, mentor, and advisor.
Tom will be remembered as a generous and knowledgeable man who knew how to make people laugh. A Celebration of Life gathering will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that donations be made in honor of Thomas F. Kotzian to the Capuchin Soup Kitchen. More information is available at cskdetroit.org.
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Patti DeLano
June 24, 2021
It is with a heavy heart that I learn of Tom's passing. I was privileged to have this amazing human being as my teacher, mentor and friend. He is among the greats and will be sadly missed.
erika baker
December 5, 2020
I thank the lord for putting Tom Kotizan in all of our lives.
Scott Jesnig
December 4, 2020
I was fortunate enough to spend time with Tom, and always left the room smarter than I arrived and ready to take on the world. Whether we were one-on-one or I was in a classroom of 30, I would catch myself on the edge of my seat. Literally. An absolutely brilliant man and an entertaining character, leaving his industry an impossible void to fill. You'll be missed.
Dave Villerot
December 4, 2020
friend, mentor and teacher to me , many hours of laughs .. you will be missed . Rest In Peace Tom and thank you!
The Wujek-Calcaterra Family
December 3, 2020
May we continue to honor and respect all the lessons we have learned; acting as living symbols of a loving spirit. You are in our prayers.
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