Joseph Michael Zupancic

Joseph Michael Zupancic passed away peacefully Saturday, June 11, 2016. He leaves behind his children, Lisa (Dan) Alvord and Eric (Michelle) Zupancic. His grandchildren, Nathan and Nicholas Alvord, Melissa, Susan and Kristen Russell and his faithful companion Lucy. Also his brothers, Frank (Garry Ann) Zupancic, Thomas (Louise) Zupancic, the late John (Dolly) Zupancic, and the late George Zupancic. Joe was born on April 21, 1938 to parents, Josip and Katarina Zupancic. He was one of 5 boys and grew up in Detroit, Michigan. Joe graduated from Western High School and received the call to serve his country. He spent three years in the Army in Germany. When he returned from the service, Joe began to work at Auto Flo (Masco). He spent over 25 years there before transferring to Brass Craft (Masco). Altogether, Joe spent more than 40 years at Masco Corporation and loved every minute of it. Joe had two children, Lisa and Eric. He was a family man that adored his kids. For Joe, they were perfect and could do no wrong. Life was good for Joe and got even better when he welcomed his two grandsons. Nate and Nick were “Papa’s Boys”. He enjoyed their antics and spent countless hours playing with them and eating chicken nuggets. Weekends were sleepovers at Papa’s house. Truly, who enjoyed them more- Papa! Joe loved being a Papa. After Eric married Michelle, his joy was tripled by his girls. Joe was a collector, He loved”T H-ing” (treasure hunting) with his metal detector and his brother, Frank. Together the two would search for buried treasure and at times get lucky. He was an avid bowler, a hobby all Zupancic and Alvord men enjoy. He also dreamed of winning the lottery and sharing the wealth. Joe was a good man who lived a simple family life. He will certainly be missed by his family and friends. So in Closing we say “God Speed, Joe, Rest in Peace”. Visitation for Joe will be Tuesday 4:00pm-7:00 pm at Stanley Turowski Funeral Home, 25509 West Warren, Dearborn Heights. Funeral Service Tuesday 7:00 pm at the funeral home.