OBITUARY
Francis X. Distel
January 1, 1938 – February 10, 2021
Francis X. Distel, age 83, of Williamston, Michigan passed away on Wednesday, February 10, 2021. Frank was born January 1, 1938 in Lansing, MI to Robert and Catherine (McGuire) Distel.
Frank was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Robert, Steven, James and Joseph.
Frank graduated from Notre Dame University with a degree in Accounting. He then served two tours of duty in Vietnam achieving the rank of Lieutenant Colonel during his 28 year career. Upon completion of his service, he was employed by Livingston County as the Personnel Director, retiring after 22 years.
Left to cherish his memory is his wife of 38 years, Sandra "Sandie" L. Distel; daughters, Linda (Don) Dykstra, Heather (Steve) Schwarz; grandchildren, Benjamin LaRoche, Daniel LaRoche, Maximilian Schwarz, and Claire Schwarz; sister, Jane (Don) West; brother, Tom (Kathy) Distel; sister-in-law, Patricia Distel; and many nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be held on Sunday, February 14, 2021, at Gorsline Runciman Funeral Home, Williamston, MI 48895 from 4 p.m.-7 p.m. A rosary will be held at 6:30 p.m.
The funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, February 15, 2021 at St. Martha's Catholic Church, 1100 W. Grand River Ave., Okemos, MI 48864 with a visitation one hour prior to service.
In lieu of flowers contributions can be made to the Wounded Warrior Program, 4899 Belfort Road Suite 300 Jacksonville, FL 32256.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.grwilliamston.com for the Distel family.
DONATIONS
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Wounded Warrior Program
4899 Belfort Road Suite 300 , Jacksonville, FL 32256
Services
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Visitation
Sunday, February 14, 2021
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Funeral Service
Monday, February 15, 2021
Memories
Francis X. Distel
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ADD A MEMORYScott Gibson
February 12, 2021
Dear Sandie, Linda , and Heather
So sorry to see that Frank has passed away. You are all in my prayers and may peace comfort you during this time of loss.
Valerie and John Rauschenberger
February 11, 2021
Dear Sandie, Linda, Heather and family,
Frank was an extraordinary man. We enjoyed many “happy hours” with him. He was a warrior in life and in death. May God bless him with eternal life in paradise.
Love,
Val and John Rauschenberger
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Pop have fun with his brother in law Don at a Lansing Lugnuts game
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Pop at Christmas not falling for the "Cat Trap" beside him. (The cat is not falling for it either..)
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Enjoying a fun time at a Lansing Lugnuts game
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Captain Frank on the high seas
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All the family together for Thanksgiving at Brookshire
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Mom Pop and Carolyn
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Pop enjoying some fresh air with the family
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Mom and Pop with their new car..
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Grandpa with his Grandkids - Christmas
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Pop with Don, Linda, Ben, Daniel & Cat - Christmas
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Pop have fun with his brother in law Don at a Lansing Lugnuts game
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Pop at Christmas not falling for the "Cat Trap" beside him. (The cat is not falling for it either..)
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Enjoying a fun time at a Lansing Lugnuts game
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Captain Frank on the high seas
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All the family together for Thanksgiving at Brookshire
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Mom Pop and Carolyn
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Pop enjoying some fresh air with the family
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Mom and Pop with their new car..
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Biography
Francis X. Distel, age 83, of Williamston, Michigan passed away on Wednesday, February 10, 2021. Frank was born January 1, 1938 in Lansing, MI to Robert and Catherine (McGuire) Distel.
Frank was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Robert, Steven, James and Joseph.
Frank graduated from Notre Dame University with a degree in Accounting. He then served two tours of duty in Vietnam achieving the rank of Lieutenant Colonel during his 28 year career. Upon completion of his service, he was employed by Livingston County as the Personnel Director, retiring after 22 years.
Left to cherish his memory is his wife of 38 years, Sandra "Sandie" L. Distel; daughters, Linda (Don) Dykstra, Heather (Steve) Schwarz; grandchildren, Benjamin LaRoche, Daniel LaRoche, Maximilian Schwarz, and Claire Schwarz; sister, Jane (Don) West; brother, Tom (Kathy) Distel; sister-in-law, Patricia Distel; and many nieces and nephews.