IN LOVING MEMORY OF
John Joseph
Falicki Sr.
March 7, 1957 – July 25, 2023
John Joseph Falicki Sr., age 66, of Grand Rapids, passed away on Tuesday, July 25, 2023, at the University of Michigan Health West Hospital under the care of Faith Hospice.
John was born on March 7, 1957, in Grand Rapids, to Richard and Teresa (Jacobs) Falicki. He graduated from Kenowa Hills High School in 1975. During his career, he worked as a parts manager at various locations including Good GMC, Michigan Kenworth, Valley Truck Parts, and Freightliner of GR. John loved fishing. He also enjoyed golfing, watching airplanes, and NASCAR. John especially loved all of his family. He was known to lead the best rock and roll jam sessions with everyone in the living room.
He will be deeply missed by his six children: Kristin (Lance) Appleby, Jennifer (Andy) Koopman, John Jr. (Chantel) Falicki, Lauren Falicki, Alec Falicki, and Aaron (Ashley) Burnside; grandchildren: Christian, Madison (Kayleigh Jo), Blaise (Dajanai), Grayson, Oliver, Westin, Eli, Owen, and Luca; siblings: Dick (Denise) Falicki, Laura (John) Ashmore, Ted (Char) Falicki, Matt (Edie) Falicki, Anne (Terry) Lambson, Peter Falicki, and Jerry Falicki; the mothers of his children: Kelli Koole and Janna Falicki; close friend, Jim (Karen) Haack; several nieces and nephews; and many other family and friends.
John was preceded in death by his parents; as well as his sisters: Mary and Michelle Falicki.
A memorial service will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Sunday, July 30, 2023, at Ofield Funeral Home, 4500 Kalamazoo Ave SE, Kentwood, MI 49508, with Deacon John Ashmore presiding. A time of visitation will take place from 2:00 p.m. until the time of service at the funeral home. Any memorial contributions can be made directly to John's family.
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