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2018
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Gary Perina Obituary
West Bloomfield - ERINA, Gary L., of West Bloomfield, May 15, 2018; age 73. Preceded in death by his wife Diane, son Mark Perina, and brothers William and Thomas Perina. Beloved companion of Greta Ortel for 10 years. Loving father of Gary L. Perina Jr. and Mary (Scott) Buchzeiger; proud grandfather of Danielle (Douglas) Murdock, Ryan, Shane and Cody Buchzeiger; great grandfather of Stephenee and Daphnee; brother of David (Jackie) Perina. After working 20 years at General Motors, Gary started several businesses culminating with Lucerne International, a successful automotive manufacturing company in which he retired from in 1998. Gary was an avid hunter, enjoyed playing golf, boating, fishing and painting. Most of all Gary was always very supportive of his family. Rosary Service Friday 7:30 pm at the Lewis E. Wint & Son Funeral Home, Clarkston where friends may visit Friday 3-5 & 7-9 pm. Funeral Mass Saturday 10 am at St. Anne Catholic Church, Ortonville. Rite of Committal Ottawa Park Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Winning futures or Detroit Christo Rey High School. Online guestbook www.wintfuneralhome.com
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Hank Anderson
February 7, 2020
Gary was part of our crew that spent a lion's share of Summer/Fall 1966 at Ft. Jackson, S. C. and Ft. McClellan, Al. in Basic, Leadership School and A. I. T as fellow Guardsmen. We would also attend and graduate from the MMA, Class 11 at Battle Creek, Mi. Would later run into Gary at Ft Custer or Graying while playing Army. Just recently came across his obit. Although its been nearly 50 years since we last visited, I still feel the sadness of his passing. Remember him as one of the good guys.
May 21, 2018
RIP Gary our condolences to your family.
Ron Marks
John & Jean Duncan
May 20, 2018
We worked with Gary at Chevrolet Flint Mfg. He was a good friend and fellow co-worker. Deepest sympathy.
George Welte
May 19, 2018
Gary and I were classmates from 1st grade through graduation at St. Paul School in Owosso. He was a good friend through those years. He was an outstanding athlete and teammate in all sports. He was a strong leader, student, and a hard worker; all traits he learned from both of his parents. Although we lost touch for many years, I will remember him very fondly especially watching HS football and remembering those soft, floating, TD passes he threw to me. Great memories! Good bye old friend!
Julie Nemeth
May 18, 2018
Garys (and Dianes) love for and pride in his children was always evident whenever we saw your parents. Our condolences as he is reunited with your mom
Judy Lewis
May 18, 2018
GAry was a classmate at St Pauls, Garys mother was in my moms wedding and also she used to take her to church every Sunday after her stroke. REst in peace Gary sincere sympathys to Gary family. Judy Lewis
Karen Ryan
May 18, 2018
There are no words, he was not just a boss to me, your father and mother were like my own, they made me family and I have nothing but fond memories of spending time with them here, up north and in Florida. He was so proud of both of you. I will miss seeing him roaming around the office, miss giving him hugs. He was a great man and I loved him dearly.
May 17, 2018
Gary will always be in my heart and memories. Praying for peace and strength for you all. With my deepest sympathies, Hillary Morris
Hillary Morris
May 17, 2018
Worked hard, loved hard, played hard. Will always carry the memory of your dad and mom in my heart.
Lisa Ward
May 16, 2018
I dont think I remember meeting him when he didnt have a smile on his face. His deep devotion and love for his family was heartfelt. Love, peace and blessings to the family.
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18
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