Jack Sellick of Rochester Hills, passed away on November 20, 2021. Beloved father of Timothy Sellick, Heather Sellick (Howard “Bud” Uren) and Jack L Sellick (Elizabeth). Former husband of the late Florence Margaret (Smith) of Essex, Ontario. Proud grandfather of 9 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren.
Jack, the son of Elizabeth Susan (Moore) and Thomas Sellick was born February 14, 1924 in Kingsville, Ontario, Canada. Jack grew up in Kingsville with his much loved grandparents, Thomas George Sellick and Florence (Lewis). His favorite memories as a child were his rural paper route and swimming in the Kingsville Harbour.
Jack was a Pilot Officer in WWII in the Royal Canadian Air Force and after the war studied art at the London School of Art and Meinsingers in Detroit.
Jack was Vice President of Creative Industries and Services and retired from MASCO Tec.
Jack’s passion was art and he specialized in watercolors and was a well known carver and muralist.
Jack created and painted the life size (60 x16 foot tall) mural on the north wall of US Scuba Center on Rochester Road in Rochester Hills and Rochester. He took great joy in creating and painting the mural which was enjoyed daily by tens of thousands of passerby's.
Upon retirement Jack was able to pursue his passion for bird and fish carving and created numerous carvings for St Luke’s Church in Shelby Township. His birds were so detailed they could take flight. He received awards for his fish carvings. Jack’s passion in wood also included hand carved furniture and 4/5th size wooden military jeep.
Jack had a wonderful sense of humor, smile and a wit that would melt your heart. Rest easy. “Well done good and faithful servant” Matthew 24:23.
A Private Family Memorial will be held. Keep Jack in your thoughts and prayers for his journey. In lieu of flowers, if you wish, please make a donation to your favorite charity in memory of Jack.
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