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Stephen Thorndyke Saunders

1937 - 2020

Stephen Thorndyke Saunders obituary, 1937-2020, Davisburg, MI

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1937

DIED

2020

Stephen Saunders Obituary

Stephen Thorndyke Saunders

Davisburg - Passed away peacefully on May 14, 2020 at St. Joseph Mercy Oakland Hospital, Pontiac. He was born May 22, 1937 in Detroit and grew up in West Bloomfield. He then moved to Davisburg Michigan in 1968 where he resided for 52 years. Predeceased by his father S. Gordon and Mother Marie, brothers Seymour Gordon and Bill(William). Also predeceased by long time friends Gerald Groover and Gary Modoria. Stephen was surrounded by many friends and was active In his community where he was a local Moose club member. Stephen lived his life his way, without compromise! Memorial donations may be made to the Michigan Humane Society.

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Published by Detroit Free Press & The Detroit News from May 30 to May 31, 2020.

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David and Patricia Graham

September 9, 2020

Stephen - a dear and gentle prince. We laughed at much, and also cried tears of remembrance. Stephen regaled, with spirit and nuance, so many takes on life, gloriously spun. I snorted at embellished, early takes of ‘The Gold Dust Twins’, and their hilarious antics. Often at his ‘Home away from Home’, the declining, yet infamous, ‘Sleazly’ for a cocktail or two, and chat about things, some even true. Patricia was always so happy to see you, and was always in awe. Loved your pond. We traveled - Monterey to Toronto, and launched ConduBeck. Stephen - you are always in our hearts, dear friend. Peace

Matt Wroblewski & Eileen Loster

June 2, 2020

Matt & I knew Steve through work and were friends for many years. We loved his kindness and sense of humor. He will be missed! Rest In Peace, dear friend.

Alan Stankiewicz

June 1, 2020

Steve was a dear friend and wonderful Mentor. He will be dearly missed. Rest in Peace my friend.

Bill cLeveland

May 31, 2020

Steve was a true friend and an incredible storyteller. We so admired the way he lived his life. We will miss his wit and wisdom and our conversations. He will always have a special place in our hearts, His New York friends Alan Stankiewicz and Bill Cleveland

Ronald Beard

May 31, 2020

MR. Saunders was a best friend of mine...I just found out about his passing I will miss him

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