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John Grabowski Obituary

John Raymond Grabowski, 73, of Algonac, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, January 1, 2022, at McLaren Port Huron Hospital. He was born in Logan, West Virginia on May 4, 1948, son of the late John and Cora Lee (Rockel) Grabowski. John married Mary Margaret Van De Steene on July 13, 1968, in Mt. Clemens. John was a Deacon at Northside Church in Chesterfield. He was a member of the Model T Club, the Algonac Historical Society, the Algonac Theatre Group, and the Clock and Watch Association. He was Mr. Fix It and there was nothing he couldn't fix. He enjoyed his morning coffee at Speedway and shopping at home improvement stores. Surviving in addition to his loving wife Mary of 53 years are his two daughters, Angela (David) Smith and Heather Roy; three grandchildren, Olivia Smith, Chloe Smith, and Dale Roy; siblings, Julie (Dennis) Frescura, Lynn (David) Acuff, and Ed (Wendy) Grabowski; sisters-in-law, Carol (Melvin) Schoenherr and Terri (Jim) Sell; brother-in-law, Timothy (Mary) Van De Steene. He was preceded in death by his infant brother, Anthony; and brother-in-law, Lawrence Van De Steene. A gathering and viewing took place on Thursday, January 6, 2022, from 2-8 p.m. at Grace Memorial-Bower Rose Funeral Home, 222 N. Main Street, Marine City. Funeral services took place on Friday, January 7, 2022, at 11 a.m. in the funeral home with a viewing beginning at 10 a.m. Pastor Brian Weber officiated. Private graveside services and interment took place at Rosehill Cemetery in East China Township. Memorials are suggested to "Wishes of the Family." For information and guestbook, www.bowerrosefuneralhome.com

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Published by The Voice on Jan. 12, 2022.

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Janet Price

January 11, 2022

Deeply saddened to hear of Johns passing. He was a gentle soul and very loved and cherished. May you be at eternal peace forever John. Please watch over Mary and your daughters and their families.

Colleen Matell

January 11, 2022

Rest easy Uncle John.. We had a lot of great memories full of love and laughter growing up through the years.. I always hold dear the tracker rides you gave to us as kids.. and the tubing on the lake in Harrisons Island with Cousins Heather and Angela :) You will be forever missed!!

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January 7, 2022

Dad,
I miss you, forever in my heart
Your #1

Meghan Piotrowski

January 6, 2022

Rest in piece uncle John, will forever miss and love you ❤

Lynn acuff

January 6, 2022

Wasn’t supposed to be this soon. I am so glad we had the chance to reconnect. You will be forever in my mind and heart. Love you.

Sue Biondo

January 5, 2022

I only met John briefly but knowing what a wonderful daughter he has in Angela, it is as if I know him personally. He must of been an outstanding man, father and friend. My prayers are with the family in hopes they can find comfort in the fond memories and faith John instilled. He leaves a fine legacy in the Smith Family and I am privileged to know them; thereby I get just a glimpse of Mr. John Grabowski, for that I am grateful. He is now in God's memory so we can firmly trust we will see him again. May God help mend your hearts every day. With deepest condolences. Love, Sue, Kevin, Anthony and Vincent Biondo

Robert Grabowski

January 4, 2022

Mary, Angela and Heather: Very sorry to hear about John. May he rest in peace. He will always be with you in your heart, thoughts and fond memories. With our sincere condolences; Bob, Rachelle, Vincent, Jessica and Linda Grabowski

Timothy and Linda Munsell

January 3, 2022

John will be greatly missed by his wife, his children, his friends and his church. Our prayers are with his family. Our condolences.

Rest in Heavenly Peace John.

Leslie Erdmann

January 3, 2022

Jessica Colondona

January 3, 2022

I wish I could have spent more time with you Uncle John but I will cherish all of the memories I have of our time together when I was a kid. ❤

Dr. Hamilton

January 3, 2022

So Sorry to hear about John passing. He was such a nice person, and so interesting to talk to. I always enjoyed our visits. I’m sure glad you were able to find me in Grindtone. I always knew he would show up in that amazing Model T. He was a man of his word! My condolences to you and your family.

Donna Schindler

January 2, 2022

Mary, Angela and Heather, I am so sad to hear about John's passing. Such a nice kind man. Take care during this difficult time. Donna (Sis) Schindler

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