William E. Summerville

William E. Summerville, age 83, of Luzerne, passed away Wednesday, May 12, 2010, at Munson Medical Center in Traverse City.  In accordance with his wishes, cremation has taken place.  A Graveside service will be held at  Luzerne Cemetery on Saturday, June 5, 2010 at 11:30 AM, with military honors being offered by the Luzerne American Legion Post #162.
William was born on March 6, 1927 to Edward Charles and Marie S. (Smith) Summerville in Detroit, MI.  He served his country in the US Navy from 1945-1947 during WWII.  He owned and operated Blue Water Tackle in Farmington, MI.  He later manufactured ice fishing rods.  William retired to Luzerne in 1993. He was a member of the Luzerne American Legion Post #162.  He enjoyed fishing, gardening, reading, and quiet activities
William is survived by his son John Summerville and his wife Danna Johnson of Midlothian, VA; his daughter Jill Silverstein and her husband David of Boston, MA; and his 2 grandchildren:  Steven Summerville and Lesley Summerville.  He was preceded in death by his parents; his first wife Barbara; his second wife Merry Ann; and his sister Shirley Tressler.
Memorial donations may be made to the Luzerne American Legion Post #162, 202 Legion Street, Luzerne, MI  48636.
Arrangements by Lashley Funeral Home, Mio.