John Krupa
1943 - 2024John Alexander Krupa age 81 of Ocqueoc passed away peacefully on September 13, 2024 while at McLaren Northern Michigan Hospital in Petoskey.
He was born in Flint to Alexander and Rose (Plamondon) Krupa on May 29, 1943.
John graduated from Flint Northern High School. On June 20, 1964 he married Jean Mitchell at St. Agnes Catholic Church in Flint. John retired from General Motors as a machinist in 1994 after 3o years of employment. Following retirement, he and Jean moved to Ocqueoc Lake. During their marriage, John and Jean enjoyed traveling. They managed to visit all 50 states. John enjoyed spending time with family and friends. He could frequently be found either bowling, golfing, fishing, or hunting. In the past year, he enjoyed the company of friends at the F.O.E. Club 4482 in Millersburg, Michigan.
John is survived by two sons, Michael (Laura) Krupa of South Rockwood and Robert (Brenda) Krupa of Gaylord; five grandchildren, Emily (Justin) Schaffer, Jenna Krupa, John Krupa, Sara Krupa and Erika Krupa; one great grandson, Leo Schaffer with a second great grandchild due in October; three sisters, Carol (Larry) Halk of Montrose, Suzie Mir of Florida and Krys (Lisa Lee) Krupa of Flint; and a brother-in-law, Rick Gawne; and many nieces, nephews and cousins.
He was preceded in death by his, wife, Jean; parents; and siblings, James Krupa, Gerald Krupa, Shirley Webber and Cathy Gawne.
Friends may visit at the Beck Funeral Home on Saturday, September 21st from 2 p.m. through time of his memorial service at 3 p.m. with Pastor Scott Distler officiating.
Inurnment will take place at Neebish Island Presbyterian Cemetery.
Donations may be made to Rogers City Country Club or the Millersburg Eagles Club in memory of John Krupa.
Online condolences may be addressed through www.beckfuneralhome.org
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