Ionia County MI Archives Obituaries.....Spitzley, Dennis William January 20, 2024 ************************************************ Copyright. All rights reserved. http://www.usgwarchives.net/copyright.htm http://www.usgwarchives.net/mi/mifiles.htm ************************************************ File contributed for use in USGenWeb Archives by: Patricia Currigan currigan1932@concast.net June 4, 2024, 4:20 pm Ionia Shopper's Guide - Sat. January 27, 2024 SPITZLEY Dennis William Spitzley, 81, of Ionia, peacefully departed this world on January 20, 2024, surrounded by his beloved family.Dennis was born on June 19, 1942 in Portland, Michigan, to William and Katherine (Shepard) Spitzley. He embarked on his life's journey after graduating from SS.Peter & Paul high School in 1960. On August 29, 1964 he married the love of his life, Delores Patrick and together they shared nearly 60 years of companionship and love.A devoted member of SS. Pter & Paul Catholic Church and the Knights of Columbus.Dennis served as the chairman of numerous Tootie Roll drives, exemplifying his commitment to his community and faith. He was known for his unwavering strength in his Catholic faith and lived his life as a quiet man with the biggest, most generous heart. Dennis dedicated 35 years of hi professional life to General Motors, where he served as a supervisor.he retied on July 1, 1999, leaving behind a legacy of hard work and dedication.In hi free time, Dennis found joy in the simple pleasures of life. He enjoyed fishing expeditions to Canada with "the guys", spending time at deer camp with his brother, and playing cards. One of his favorite places was the camping seasonal at School Section Lake in Remus, where lasting friendships were made over many decades.Dennis greatest love was undeniably his wife and his family. His grandchildren fondly referred to him as "PaPa" and sought his guidance for life advice his renowned venison recipe, and memorable card games. Above all, they cherished the love he gave to each and every one of them. Preceding Dennis in death are his parents, WIlliam and Katherine Spitzley,; brother, Frank Spitzley; in-laws, Barb Patrick, Shelva Smith,Jewel Ritenburg and Dorothy Risner. Left to cherish Dennis' legacy are his wife Delores Spitzley; daughters, Julie (Scott Ralston)Ackerson of Ionia and Sherri (Tony) Dixon of Portland, sons, Mark (Alisha Keasey) Spitzley of Ionia, Scott (Janie)Cameron of Ionia, and Doug Cameron of Wayland; 16 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren; one great-great- grandchild; brother, Larry (Pam) Spitzley of Ionia; sisters,Susan Hogan of Grand Rapids, pat (Tom) Reinhardt of Ionia, Mary (Kevin) Walsh of Rockford, and Phyllis (Dan ) Richardson of Grand Rapids; and in-laws, Don Patrick of Ionia, Lawrence (Shirley) Patrick of Clarksville and JoAnne Ervin of Ionia. Friends and family were invited to pay their respects on Tuesday,January 23, 2024 from 3-7 p.m. with the rosary was prayed at 6:30 p. at the Lehman Funeral Home, 220 Rich Street, Ionia.The Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated by Fr.Tom Brown on Wednesday, January 24, 2024 at 1:30 p.m. at SS.Peter & Paul catholic Church, Ionia.A luncheon will follow at the SS.Peter & Paul Apostles Hall.Private family committal will take place. Online condolences may be made at www.lehmanfuneralhomes.com. Additional Comments: Mt.Olivet Cem., Ionia, Mich. File at: http://files.usgwarchives.net/mi/ionia/obits/s/spitzley47983nob.txt This file has been created by a form at http://www.genrecords.net/mifiles/ File size: 3.6 Kb