Robert Francis McDade, age 71, passed away peacefully Wednesday, September 12, 2018 from his long battle with Parkinson’s disease. He was born April 3, 1947 in Detroit to Mary Katherine (Kathleen) and Francis McDade.
Mr. McDade was best known by his family and friends as Bob or Bobby. He grew up in Highland Park graduating from Highland Park High School. He served in the Army during the Vietnam War between 1964 and 1967. Following his service he primarily worked in the transportation department of the auto parts industry. His family said he enjoyed music and singing in the choir with the church. He was very strong in his faith. He was known to pray for many people.
Bob is survived by his former wife of 32 years, Mary McDade; children, Jennifer (Tony) Muscillo, Shannon Spangler, Susie (Jason) Fawcett, Bobby McDade and Daniel McDade; grandchildren, Austin and Aiden Fawcett, Justin, John and Shelby Spangler, Roman and Anna Muscillo, Parker and Sage McDade; his sister, Michelle Robins and his brother Michael McDade. He is preceded in death by his parents, Mary Katherine (Kathleen) and Francis McDade and his son, Shawn Schneider.
Cremation has taken place in keeping with his wishes. The family will receive friends Sunday, September 16, 2018 from 2:00 PM until the 4:00 PM memorial service at Sawyer-Fuller Funeral Home, 2125 Twelve Mile Rd. (Between Coolidge Rd. and Woodward Avenue) Berkley. The Rev. Robert T. Cholette of Troy Assembly of God will officiate.
The family has suggested memorial contributions to Life Challenge Ministries of Detroit at www.lcministries.org
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Visitation
16
Sep
2125 Twelve Mile Road
Berkley, MI 48072
The Memorial Service will begin at 4:00 PM
Service
16
Sep
2125 Twelve Mile Road
Berkley, MI 48072
Cemetery Details
Location
not needed
Private, Private Private
