Edward Homer Shank

Edward Homer Shank

Edward Shank Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc. - Sterling Heights on Jan. 19, 2023.

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SHANK, Edward Homer "Ed". January 18, 2023. Age 95. Beloved husband of Phyllis for 73 years. Loving father of Edward Shank (Christine), Larry Shank (the late Janet), Cathy Valeri (Angelo), Robert Shank (Mary), and the late Kenneth Shank. Proud and loving grandfather of 13, great-grandfather of 14, and great-great grandfather of 2. Predeceased by 1 brother and 4 sisters. Ed proudly served in the United States Navy during World War II; he enjoyed gardening and tinkering in his garage fixing things. Ed was kind, humble, and loved his family more than anything else in the world. Please share memories with the family at their online guestbook at WujekCalcaterra.com

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January 20, 2023

Karen Schiller posted to the memorial.

January 19, 2023

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January 19, 2023

Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc. - Sterling Heights posted an obituary.

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Karen Schiller

January 20, 2023

Phyllis & the Shank family,
We are very sorry for your loss & know Ed is at peace in heaven. Sending all of our love & condolences.
With Deepest Sympathy, Karen & Vic Schiller
Kristen, Michael & Alden McMullen

The Wujek-Calcaterra Family

January 19, 2023

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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January 20, 2023

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Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc. - Sterling Heights posted an obituary.