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Kenneth "Ken" D. Polzin, age 76, of Burton, passed away on Monday, November 17, 2025. A Private Funeral Service will be held for his family. Ken will be laid to rest a New Calvary Catholic Cemetery in Flint, Michigan. Those wishing to write online condolences may do so by visiting his obituary page found at www.sharpfuneralhomes.com.
Ken was born on August 7, 1949, in Goodrich, Michigan to the late Edward & Jessie (Zaskeet) Polzin. He graduated from Holy Redeemer Catholic High School in 1967. Ken was employed with General Motors for 32 years retiring in 1999 from the V8 Engine Plant from assembly work. Ken enjoyed walking, music and working in his yard. He mostly kept to himself as he enjoyed the comforts of home. He looked forward to family cookouts in the summer and holiday meals. Ken was a devout catholic and a member to Holy Redeemer Church in Burton.
Ken is survived by his brother, Robert and nephew Dan (Tammy) Polzin and his children and niece, Yvonne Polzin. He is further survived by other family members.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Edward (Jessie) Polzin and sister-in-law, Diane Polzin.
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