Brighton
Born July 11, 1958, in Dearborn; died May 24, 2011, at the age of 52. John graduated from South Lyon High School in 1976. He was employed as an electrician and was a member of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Union Local #58. John was preceded in death by his father, Charles R. Surviving are his daughter, Jessica Marie Pearsall; his mother, Joyce M.; brothers, Dale M. (Frances), David W. (Patricia) and Jeffrey S. (Michele); sisters, Laurel M. (Scott) Crilly and Teresa M. (Donald) Vermeesch; numerous nieces and nephews; and his beloved companion, his dog, Winnie. Memorial services will be held Wednesday, June 1, 2011, at 5 p.m. at the Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, 205 E. Middle St., Williamston. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Wednesday 1-hour prior to the service. Those desiring may make contributions to Special Olympics Area 8, 2901 Wabash Rd., Lansing, MI, 48910, in memory of John Downes. Online condolences may be sent to www.gorslineruncimanwilliamston.com
