Carl DePoorter

Carl DePoorter obituary, Macomb Township, MI

Carl DePoorter

Carl DePoorter Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Lee-Ellena Funeral Home on Mar. 2, 2024.

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Carl Allen DePoorter, 75 years old, of Macomb, Michigan passed away on February 21, 2024. Carl was born on August 11,1948 to Alfonso and Gertrude DePoorter (Fries). Carl was the beloved husband of Frances DePoorter (nee Delisi) for 48 years. He was the loving father of Maria (John) Difatta. He was the proud and loving grandfather of Gianna and Lucia. Dear brother of Douglas (Linda), Dianne (Late Patrick), and half-brother, the late Gary. Brother-in-law to Vincent (Katie), Paul, and William (Maria). He was also loved by many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
Carl was proud to be a graduate of Finney High School ('66) and retired from DTE in 2011 after 30 years of service. Carl enjoyed hunting, fishing, reading, working on crossword puzzles, sudoku, solitaire, and traveling. He also enjoyed volunteering and serving the Lord at Heritage Church. Carl honored his Belgian heritage and was a proud member of the Belgian American Century Club for 37 years.
Family and friends will remember Carl's genuine kindness, unwavering support, and infectious laughter. He was a good Christian man whose memory will live on in the hearts of all those who had the privilege of knowing him.
Donations can be made to the American Heart Association.
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August 5, 2025

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May 15, 2024

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March 7, 2024

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Dawn De Poorter

August 5, 2025

My Condolences to Family of Carl De Poorter. He was very nice Uncle and Cheerful Man I ever known. Thank YOu Carl for allowing me to know you during my CHildhood to Adulthood.. Now I know who you are. YOu are all good in God s eyes. So Long, Uncle Carl.

Dawn De Poorter

May 15, 2024

I remembered him as Good Servant of the Lord and very nice Uncle that I ever know him for some years... Glad I can share little bit about him.

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American Heart Association

March 5, 2024

May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.

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Dawn De Poorter posted to the memorial.

March 7, 2024

David Ross planted trees.