Gary Keoleian Obituary
Gary was born in Highland Park to Harry and Georgenia Keoleian. He worked as the Bellman at the Townsend Hotel in Birmingham for 25 years. His job brought him joy every day; meeting and helping the hotel guests. It was at work that he met the love of his life, Jill Wilson, they were married in 2008. Together he and Jill enjoyed traveling especially to Mexico and Boyne Mountain. He was a fan of all Detroit teams and loved watching them play.
Beloved husband of Jill Wilson for 16 years. Dear son of the late Harry and the late Georgenia Keoleian. Loving brother of Jeff Keoleian. Caring son-in-law of Terry and the late Kathy Wilson. Cherished brother-in-law of Tim Wilson (Jill). Devoted uncle of Sawyer and Charlotte.
Family will receive friends Sunday, July 21, 2024, 2-8 PM at AJ Desmond and Sons Funeral Home, 2600 Crooks Rd., Troy (between Maple and Big Beaver) 248-362-2500. Funeral Mass Monday, July 22, 2024 1PM at Christ, Our Light! Catholic Church, 3077 Glouchester Dr., Troy 48084. Visitation at the church begins at 12:30 PM.
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