Neil Anthony Vaerten's Obituary
Neil Anthony Vaerten, age 66, a lifetime resident of Ferndale, Michigan passed away on December 31, 2015 at his home. He was born on March 13, 1949 in Detroit, Michigan to Bruce and Grayce Vaerten.
Beloved husband of Sundowne “Gayle” Vaerten. Proud father of Troy (Christi) Vaerten and Tracy (Rob) Irions. Papa of Allen, Andrew, Madison, Brandon, Reese, Riley and Abbagirl. Brother of Bruce (Shirley) Vaerten. Uncle of Kari.
Neil worked for the Ford Motor Company for 39 years. He had belonged to the Hazel Park Eagles Aerie 2449. He loved being up north at their cottage at Sand Lake with family and friends. He loved his grandchildren. He enjoyed having beers with his friends at the Hazel Park Eagles and the Oak Grove Tavern in Irons, Michigan. He will be missed dearly by family and friends.
Visitation will be held on Monday, January 4th from 3:00 pm to 9:00 pm with a Rosary at 7:00 pm, Tuesday, January 5th from 11:00 am until time of Funeral Service at 1:00 pm at Hopcroft Funeral Home, 31145 John R. Road, (1 block North of 13 Mile Road, West side of John R. Road), Madison Heights, Michigan.
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