Thomas Charles Derocher's Obituary
Thomas Charles Derocher, age 76, of East China Twp., died September 30, 2016. He was born June 22, 1940 in Pontiac, Michigan.
Tom was a general contractor for over 50 years. He owned and operated Derocher Construction. Tom constructed residential and commercial buildings throughout the lower half of Michigan. He was also a member of the Knights of Columbus, Marysville Council.
He is survived by his wife of 23 years Carole Piper, his children; Tom (Cathy) Derocher, Bill (Bobbi) Derocher, Lisa (John) Herring, Cheri (Matt) Ritter and Katie (Ray) Soerries, step children; Julianne Boulier, Amy (Jeff) Hill, Victoria Maynard and Shannon Piper, 23 grandchildren, three great grandchildren, Patricia Derocher, two sisters and a brother.
He was preceded in death by his son Douglas Derocher, step son Michael Piper and a brother.
Mass of Resurrection will be Thursday October 6th at 12:30 p.m. at Holy Cross Catholic Church, Our Lady on the River Parish, Marine City. Visiting hours are Wednesday 2 to 4 and 6 to 9 p.m. at Young Funeral Home, China Twp. with a rosary recital at 7 p.m. and Thursday 10:30 to 12:15 at church prior to mass.
In lieu of flowers memorials are suggested to American Cancer Society. To leave a message of comfort please visit www.youngcolonial.com
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