John Joseph Glei

John Joseph Glei passed away on January 23, 2024. Graduate of Austin High School (1960) and John Carroll University (1964). Retired LT USNR, John served in Vietnam (1964-1968) received his Masters degree in Teaching from Wayne State University and taught at Notre Dame High School in Harper Woods. John continued his public service to the community as an auxiliary public safety officer for the city of Grosse Pointe Woods for 20 years. Once retiring to Richmond, MI John volunteered time as Macomb County Deputy Sheriff’s Marine division for another 15 years. John was an avid outdoorsman, enjoying hunting and fishing with a multitude of friends and relatives.

John left behind the love of his life of 54 years, Margaret. He was the proud father of John Ruther (Kristin), Paul Glei (Leanne), Sandra McKenzie (David). He adored his grandchildren Lauren Daigle (Aaron), James Ruther (Leah), Peter Ruther (Kelly), Nolan, August, Sean, Ian, Weston, Amelia, and great-grandchildren Levi, Lyla, Aileigh, Rose, June, Grace. He is survived by his loving sister Gretchen Cousino.

Visitation at A.H. Peters Funeral Home in Grosse Pointe Woods from 1 - 8:00 pm Thursday February 1st. Funeral Mass at Shrine of the Little Flower in Royal Oak at 10am Friday February 2nd. Family will receive friends at 9:30 am at Church.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests Memorial Contributions to CYO Camp restoration in memory of John Glei @www.aodgiving.org