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Eugene J. Silkowski, 85, a resident of Atlantic Mine, passed away Monday, March 23, 2026, at his home following a lengthy illness.
He was born on August 30, 1940, in Detroit, MI, a son of the late Edward and Genevieve (Kalinowski) Silkowski. Eugene was raised in Detroit and Utica, MI. He was a graduate of Utica High School with the class of 1961. Gene then received his X-Ray Technician certification from PCHA and worked for Oak Wood Hospital for a short time. Mr. Silkowski then began a career working for General Motors as a Computer Technician, retiring after 30 years from GMEDS. On September 26, 1964, he was united in marriage to Arlene Walstrom. The couple had resided in Rochester, MI, and Garden City, MI, while in lower Michigan. In retirement, the couple moved to make their home in Rice Lake and for the past 8 years have made their home in Atlantic Mine.
Mr. Silkowski was an active member of Zion Lutheran Church, helping with the Camp Lahti Carpenters and playing guitar with the Worship Team for a number of years. Gene was a talented person who enjoyed time outdoors hunting and fishing. He could also remodel any room in the home or restore a classic Road Runner Car.
Preceding him in death were his parents, his infant brother Robert and his brother and sister-in-law: Edward and Julie Silkowski.
Surviving are: His wife: Arlene Silkowski of Atlantic Mine
His children: Robin (Steve) Buchholz of South Lyon, MI Robert (Katherine) Silkowski of Westland, MI Michael Silkowski of Rockford, IL Sue (Farmer Shipman) of Harrison, MI and their children
His grandchildren: Aiden Buchholz, Emma Buchholz, Khloe Silkowski, Justin (Nichole) Silkowski and Deanna Silkowski
His great-granddaughter: Clara Silkowski
His sister: Barbara (Frank) Iwaniec of Clinton Township, MI
Several nieces, nephews and cousins
A Memorial Service for Eugene will be held 12:00 pm Saturday April 11, 2026, at the Zion Lutheran Church of Hancock with Pastor Jesse Aho to officiate. Spring burial will be in the Liminga Cemetery. Friends may call on Saturday April 11, 2026, from 11:00 am until time of services at the Zion Lutheran Church of Hancock. To view Eugene’s obituary or to send condolences to the family, please visit www.memorialchapel.net (http://www.memorialchapel.net/).
The Memorial Chapel Funeral & Cremation Service – Hancock Chapel is assisting the family with the arrangements.
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