James Irving Minnick

James Irving Minnick obituary, Center Line, MI

James Irving Minnick

James Minnick Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Rudy Funeral Home on Apr. 19, 2022.

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James I. Minnick, age 73, of Warren, died at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit on April 16, 2022. Jim was born in Detroit to the late Irving and Ruth Minnick. Beloved Husband of Jane for 53 years. Loving Dad to Jeffrey (Amber) Minnick and Jason (Katelyn) Minnick. Grandfather of 9 grandchildren; Justin, Will, Robert, Zachary, Henry, Ryan, Oliver, Matthew, and Christopher. Dear Brother of Patrick Patty) Minnick, Maureen (Bill) Brunton, Steve (Sheila) Minnick, Chuck (Shirley) Minnick, Marilyn and Brian Minnick. Jim had retired from Chrysler, Warren Truck plant, having worked there for over 34 years as a Skilled Trades Supervisor. Above all else, Jim loved his beloved Jane and his whole extended family. He enjoyed going up to Lexington where he would enjoy the outdoors, fishing, and boating. Quite the craftsman, Jim was handy with his carpentry skills, designing and making beautiful birdhouses and making jewelry out of shell, stones, and beach glass. Visitation will be at Rudy Funeral Home 25650 Van Dyke in Center Line on Monday April 25th from 1-8 PM with a 6PM Scripture. He will lie Instate Tuesday, April 26th at 9:30AM at St Mary, Our Lady Queen of Families Parish 25320 Van Dyke, Center Line for a 10AM Mass. Visit www.rudyfuneral.com to light a candle or to share a memory.

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April 26, 2022

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Susan Happell Opsomer

April 26, 2022

Jim was a great guy and always one of my favorite people. Good memories. Love and prayers to Janie and the boys.

The Dye & DeMatteo Family

April 23, 2022

Jane, Jason, Jeff and Family. Our hearts go out to you all at this most difficult time. We will all try miss Jim ( Our Birdhouse Master, Beach Treasure Collector, Fisherman and FRIEND of Eden Beach Sub). We will always treasure the beautiful birdhouse he built for us in Memory of Mike. With all of the treasures we'd collected over the years and the personal ones he added as well. Always enjoyed our conversations we all shared. As well as his kindness and generosity, always willing to help if needed. Cherish your memories and keep them close to your hearts so that he may always be with youCheryl, Michaelene, Mary Jane, Caryne, Sal & Abrianna

The "Frasard" Family

April 19, 2022

To Jason and his family...So Sorry to hear the news about your Dad. May you find peace and comfort during this difficult time...

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