Gerald Brenton's Obituary
Gerald Elmer Brenton, age 84 of Troy, Mich. He passed away on June 2, 2011 at Cherrywood Nursing Center, Sterling Heights, Mich. Gerald was born on October 14, 1926 in Detroit, Mich.
He retired from the Hazel Park Fire Department in 1986. Gerald liked to fish, hunt and spend time at his second home in Hillman, Mich. He served in the Navy during World War II and was honorable discharged on Feb. 8, 1946.
He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Shirley Brenton. Father of Linda (Gary) Finzel. Grandfather of Bryan (Carissa) Finzel and Cindy Finzel. Great-grandfather of Carter and Ashton. Brother of Judy (Steve) Walter.
Gerald is pre-deceased by a son, Ronald Brenton.
Visitation Sunday 3:00 pm – 9:00 pm, Funeral service Monday 11:00 am at Hopcroft Funeral Home, 31145 John R., Madison Heights, Mich. Burial at White Chapel Cemetery, Troy, Mich.
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