Robert Alan LaDuke's Obituary
Robert Alan LaDuke, age 75 of St. Clair, passed away May 27, 2021. He was born May 23, 1946 in Detroit to the late Harold and Geneva LaDuke. On October 23, 1999 Robert married Judith Allen at their home. He honorably served his country with the United States Army Reserves. Robert was a 43 year employee of Diamond Crystal Salt Company, AKZO and Cargill, where he was very well liked by his fellow employees. When he wasn’t working Robert enjoyed bow and gun deer hunting, building clocks and most of all playing with his grandkids.
He is survived by his wife of 21 years, Judi LaDuke; children, Melisa LaDuke (Jeff Little), Robert K. (Desiree) LaDuke and Michelle LaDuke; step daughter, Jennifer Pence; step son, Andrew Sturdevant; several grandchildren and great grandchildren; brother, Larry (Renee) LaDuke, sister in law, Linda LaDuke and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by siblings, Harold LaDuke Jr., Arlene Lema, Raymond LaDuke and Terrence LaDuke.
A Celebration of Life for Robert will be held later this summer. Memorials are suggested to Gift of Life Michigan, 3861 Research Park Dr., Ann Arbor, MI 48108.
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