Born August 2, 1930 in Fort Worth, Texas, passed July 27, 2014, Marine City, Michigan, Retired to Naples, FL from St. Clair Shores, MI. Married 53 years to the late Ruth Adeline (Schulz). Proud Father of, Karl Albert (Linda) and Joanne Evelyn McDowell. Four grandchildren; Kevin Allen (dec), Chad Garrett (dec); Erin Rochelle (Perry-Leonard) and Colleen Mykel (Perry); and brother of Thomas K. Prinz (Kay). Loving Uncle of Debra and Steven Prinz. Served proudly in the USN, aboard the USS Duncan (DD-874) (1947-1950). Retired from TRW after 38 years as a Tool and Die Maker. Past Master of the Jefferson Lodge F&AM, #553. Gathering of family and friends between 5-6:30pm, with Military and Masonic Memorial Service to be held at 6:30 on Thursday, July 31, 2014 at the Kaul Funeral Home, Garfield Road, Clinton Township. In lieu of flowers, donations may be given to the Jefferson Lodge, #553.