James Frank Blazaitis was born on May 10, 1925 in Vandergrift, Pennsylvania to Anthony and Anna Blazaitis. James passed away peacefully in Livonia, Michigan on April 1, 2020 at the age of 94. He was under the gentle care of Angela Hospice.
James was the beloved husband of the late Eleanor. Loving father of Jim Blazaitis, Ken (Barbara) Blazaitis, Keith (Karen) Blazaitis, and Debra Blazaitis. Dear grandfather of 6 and Great-grandfather of 11.
James was a proud United States Marine Veteran. He obtained a bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering and had a successful career at Cadillac Motor Car Division. James retired after 36 years of service. He enjoyed fishing and golfing and was a talented handyman. James especially enjoyed working on home improvement projects with his family. Some of the projects were as large as putting on a new roof, and custom electrical work. However, the time spent completing a challenging project with his children and grandchildren was what he cherished most.
James will be laid to rest privately with his wife in Oakland Hills Cemetery, Novi, Michigan.
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