Julius "Tony" Anthony Schlis

Julius "Tony" Anthony Schlis obituary, Swartz Creek, MI

Julius "Tony" Anthony Schlis

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8138 Miller Rd, Swartz Creek, MI 48473

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Julius "Tony" Schlis Obituary

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Julius "Tony" Anthony Schlis, age 67, of Flint, passed away on Thursday, October 30, 2025, at Lockwood of Burton. Funeral service will take place 5:00 PM, Sunday, November 16, 2025, at Sharp Funeral Homes, Miller Road Chapel, 8138 Miller Road, Swartz Creek. Visitation will take place from 3:00 PM until the time of service on Sunday. Private burial will take place at Sunset Hills Cemetery, Flint.

Tony was born on June 7, 1958, in Flint the son of the late James and Irene (McCready) Schlis. He worked over the years between carpentry, HVAC and woodworking. Tony lived a life of simplicity and generosity. He volunteered time at the Flint Community Schools, and in his free time, he enjoyed fishing, woodworking, gardening, and playing retro video games.

He is survived by his daughter, Mariah (John) Schlis-Elias; son, Cory Schlis; 3 brothers, Matt (Carrie) Schlis, Simeon (Nancy) Schlis and Ron (Debbie) Schlis; sister-in-law, Pegi Schlis; and several nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, Tony was preceded in death by his brother, Tim Schlis and sister, Alma Brink. Tributes may be shared at www.sharpfuneralhomes.com

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Sharp Funeral Homes, Miller Road Chapel - Swartz Creek

8138 Miller Road, Swartz Creek, MI 48473

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Upcoming Events

Nov

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Visitation

3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Sharp Funeral Homes - Miller Road Chapel

8138 Miller Rd, Swartz Creek, MI 48473

Send Flowers

Nov

16

Funeral service

5:00 p.m.

Sharp Funeral Homes - Miller Road Chapel

8138 Miller Rd, Swartz Creek, MI 48473

Send Flowers