LEMKE, Derwood Charles - age 91, of Fenton, died Friday, August 28, 2015 at Caretel Inns of Linden. Services will be held 3 PM Saturday, September 12, 2015 at Sharp Funeral Homes, Fenton Chapel, 1000 W. Silver Lake Rd., Fenton with his grandson, Rev. Tyson Lemke officiating. Private interment will be held at White Chapel Cemetery in Troy. Visitation will be held 5-8 PM Friday, September 11 and 1-3 PM Saturday, September 12. He was born July 30, 1924, in Detroit, the son of A. Lawrence and Louise (Witt) Lemke. Derwood was a faithful Christian and one of the finest men to ever walk the planet. He was a wonderful father, grandfather, and friend. Derwood was a World War II veteran, an insurance agent, residential builder, and an accomplished saxophone player. He is survived by: two sons, Gary and Larry, and their wives; grandchildren; and great-grandchildren, who loved him dearly. He will be missed by all who knew him. Friends may share an online tribute with the family at www.sharpfuneralhomes.com.
Visitation
Friday, September 11, 2015 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Sharp Funeral Homes - Fenton Chapel
1000 Silver Lake Road Fenton 48430, United States
Funeral Service
Saturday, September 12, 2015 3:00 PM
Sharp Funeral Homes - Fenton Chapel
1000 Silver Lake Road Fenton 48430, United States