Ronald Leon Sredzinski

Ronald Leon Sredzinski, long time resident of Howell, recently residing in Prudenville, passed away Thursday, January 15th at Mother Theresa Hospice House in Lansing at 73 years of age. Ron passed away peacefully while accompanied by his loving wife of 17 years, Lynn (Hutchins) Sredzinski. He is survived by his wife, Lynn, two sons Timothy (Alanna) and Matthew (Kate), and seven grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Leon and Irene Sredzinski, and his brother Kenneth Sredzinski.
Ron was considered a jack-of-all-trades. He worked many years in his father Leon's business, Hercules Welding Products, Co. in Warren, before moving on to become a manager at the department store Ames in Howell. Later, he was an executive chef for Oak Management, working first at Tyrone Hills Golf Course and Banquet Center in Fenton (with his son Tim), and then at the Pontiac-Waterford Elks Club (with both sons). He was also the manager of the Wild Sage restaurant in Howell (again working with Tim). Ron also became a construction worker for Paulson's Construction, before finally becoming a self-employed construction/handy-man.
Ron was a also a great musician. He played the drums in bands for many years in Livingston County and surrounding areas. Most notably, the Family Affair band with former wife (and mother to his sons) Cheryl Miller on vocals and keys and brother Kenny on guitar. His love of music, particularly Bob Seger, is reflected in his sons Tim and Matt, who play guitar and drums, respectively.
Ron was always the consummate entertainer and jokester. He was known for his many "dad jokes" and "groaners." In his final years, he dubbed himself "Crazy Ron," and had some fun with a few stand-up comedy gigs in the Houghton Lake and Prudenville area.
Ron was a very compassionate human. He was the kind of person that would help anyone in need. In earlier years, Ron was involved in the Knights of Columbus, and would play Santa Clause during the Christmas parties. Ron and Lynn would also donate their time bell ringing for the Salvation Army.
Visitation will be held from 3:00-7:00pm with Rosary Service beginning at 6:00pm on Thursday, January 22, 2026, at Watkins Brothers Funeral Homes, MacDonald Chapel in Howell.
A Mass of Resurrection will be at 10:30am with a visitation held beforehand at 9:30am on Friday, January 23, 2026, at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Howell. The mass will be followed by interment at Mt. Olivet Catholic Cemetery. Friends and Family will then have a 1:00pm "Celebration of Life" luncheon at Block Brewing in Howell.
In lieu of flowers, please consider donations to Mother Teresa Hospice House in Lansing, MI. They provided wonderful, nurturing care for Ron in the last days of his life, and they operate entirely on donations. Additionally, the family extends a heartfelt thank you to all of the staff, volunteers, and clergy from Elara Caring Hospice and the Catholic Diocese of Lansing, MI. They would also like to thank the wonderful staff at Munson Healthcare Hospital in Grayling, MI.