Peter Starzynski

Peter Starzynski obituary, St. Clair Shores, MI

Peter Starzynski

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Bagnasco & Calcaterra St. Clair Shores Location

25800 Harper Ave., St. Clair Shores, MI 48081

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Dec

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7:00 p.m.

Bagnasco & Calcaterra St. Clair Shores Location

25800 Harper Ave., St. Clair Shores, MI 48081

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Dec

15

Service

9:30 a.m.

St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church

22412 Overlake, St. Clair Shores, MI 48080

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Dec

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Mass of Christian Burial

10:00 a.m.

St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church

22412 Overlake, St. Clair Shores, MI 48080

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Peter Starzynski Obituary

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Peter Starzynski, born October 27, 1945, passed away at the age of 80 on December 11, 2025, surrounded by love. Born in Detroit, Michigan to Paul and Margaret (Kissel) Starzynski, Peter lived a life centered on faith, family, and devotion.

He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Gail, his in-laws Dennis (Carrie) Gauthier, Marcia (Brian) LeBlanc, Joann Kaluza, Andrea Gauthier, and many nieces and nephews.

Peter is preceded in death by his siblings Ann Surdacki, Olga Wlasik, and Paul Starzynski.

His wife Gail was his constant companion through life's joys and adventures, including camping, travel and cruising. Pete enjoyed sharing a good time with friends, playing cards and games, and a good beer. He retired after 42 years with Mercy/Trinity Hospitals.

Visitation will be held on Sunday, December 14, 2025, at Bagnasco & Calcaterra Funeral Home from 2:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., with a Scripture service at 7:00 p.m.

A Funeral Mass will be held at St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church, 22412 Overlake St., St. Clair Shores, MI 48080, where Peter will lie in state at 9:30 a.m., with Mass to follow at 10:00 a.m.

The family would like to extend a heartfelt thank-you to the staff at Beachwood Manor for the exceptional care and compassion they provided.
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Upcoming Events

Dec

14

Visitation

2:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Bagnasco & Calcaterra St. Clair Shores Location

25800 Harper Ave., St. Clair Shores, MI 48081

Send Flowers

Dec

14

Service

7:00 p.m.

Bagnasco & Calcaterra St. Clair Shores Location

25800 Harper Ave., St. Clair Shores, MI 48081

Send Flowers

Dec

15

Service

9:30 a.m.

St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church

22412 Overlake, St. Clair Shores, MI 48080

Send Flowers

Dec

15

Mass of Christian Burial

10:00 a.m.

St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church

22412 Overlake, St. Clair Shores, MI 48080

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