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John Petru Obituary

PETRU, JOHN A.; age 67; and a long time resident of Highland Twp.; died on December 10, 2010. He is survived by Kathy, his beloved wife of over forty four years; his sons Bradley J. (Christy), Gregory A. (Amy); grandchildren, Nolan, Maria, Ryan, and Tanner; his mother Anna Petru, and many extended family members and dear friends. He was preceded in death by his father John, and a brother Joseph. Mr. Petru worked for many years with Massey Ferguson and Cequent Towing in Plymouth, from which he retired in 2008. A Funeral Service will be held at Lynch & Sons Funeral Home, 404 E. Liberty St., Milford, on Monday, December 13, at 12 Noon. Burial and Military Honors will follow at Milford Memorial Cemetery. Friends may visit at the funeral home on Sunday 2 to 8 p.m. Memorials may be made in his name to Community Sharing in Highland. For further information please phone 248-684-6645 or visit
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Published by The Oakland Press from Dec. 11 to Dec. 12, 2010.

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December 18, 2010

Dear Kathy,
David just told me today you lost John to his battle. He just found out himself and felt bad he wasn't there for Brad and you. Our thoughts are with you and the family.
Sincere thoughts Del and Arlene

Cheri & Ed Mason

December 14, 2010

Thinking of you. May your friends and family help you through this difficult time. Our deepest sympathy to all of you.

Tara and Harry

December 14, 2010

Brad,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Peace, prayers and blessings.

December 13, 2010

Dear Kathy and family,

Please know our sorrow for your loss and that you're in our prayers during this difficult time. May the many happy memories bring peace to your heart and may you find comfort from your faith, friends and family.

With our deepest sympathy,
Ken and Chris Lee

Troy & Stephanie Garvin

December 12, 2010

Brad & Greg,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your families. I'm so sorry for the loss. Please let me know if there is anything we can do to help you in this time.

Nancy Wiltsie

December 12, 2010

Our hearts go out to you Kathy and your family in this time of sorrow. We will always carry many fond memories of John as he has touched our lives for so many years is so many different ways.

Carol Schemanske

December 11, 2010

My deepest sympathies to John's family. Until the end, John was both strong and brave with the love of support of Kathy, his boys and their families.

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