David Antilla

David Antilla obituary, Utica, MI

David Antilla

David Antilla Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Wm. Sullivan & Son Funeral Directors - Utica on Sep. 14, 2022.

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David Vernon Antilla, age 79, passed away on September 13, 2022. Beloved husband of the late Maire. Loving father of John (Janet) Antilla, Eric (Catherine Damron), Christine (Monte Iafrate) and Michael Antilla. Proud grandfather of Chelsea (John), Brianna (Dan), Nathanial, Austin, Rose, Jessi and Noah. Great grandfather of Theo and Adam. Dear brother of Marian Brooks. David was also a cherished uncle of many nieces and nephews. David lived for his family. A visitation will take place at the Wm. Sullivan & Son Funeral Home 8459 Hall Road (3 Blks E. of Van Dyke) Utica on Sunday from 4pm - 8pm. Funeral service will take place at Christ Lutheran Church 12500 Canal Road, Sterling Heights. David will lie instate at 10am until the time of service at 11am. Family and friends may view the service at www.christsterling.org/livestream Interment at Christian Memorial Gardens West. In lieu of flowers the family request donations to Paralyzed Veterans of America or the American Lung Association.

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Wm. Sullivan & Son Funeral Directors - Utica

8459 Hall Road, Utica, MI 48317

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