Joseph R. Holbrook 1938 - 2020 Standish - Pinconning, Michigan

Joseph R. Holbrook

Joseph “Joe” R. Holbrook
Pinconning, Michigan

Loving husband, dad, grandpa, and great grandpa passed peacefully away at home on October 28, 2020 with his family at his side. He was born in Standish, Township on June 13, 1938 to the late William & Rose (LaBean) Holbrook and a lifelong resident of the area. He is survived by his wife the former Charlotte Buffman and their children Lou Ann & Jim Shorkey, Deb & Rick DePrekel, Kim & Deb Holbrook, Lisa & Kirk Dycewicz and Lori & Rick DeHate; grandchildren Laken & Greg Hadd, Ashley & Nick Beach, Blake & Brealle Dycewicz, Chandler Dycewicz, Brittney (boyfriend Ryan) DePrekel, Jordan & Chelsea Holbrook, Chantal (fiance Troy) DePrekel; great grandchildren Jaxson, Paisley, Magnolia Beach, Makenzie Hadd, and one on the way; a brother Mick; 2 sisters Pauline Buffman and Lucille Rokosz. Also, many nieces, nephews, sisters, and brothers in laws. He was preceded in death by brothers Richard, Vernon & Pat Holbrook and sisters Irene Andrzejewski and Dorothy Ellery

Joe was retired from Bay City Powertrain, a member of Holy Trinity Parish and served on the Pinconning Township Board. He enjoyed the outdoors spending time in his garden, hunting & fishing, playing pool and especially spending time with his family.

Honoring Joe’s wishes cremation has taken place and inurnment will be in St. Michael’s Cemetery. No services are planned at this time. Arrangements were entrusted to Lee-Ramsay Funeral Home- Pinconning Chapel.