Furlette, Dennis
8/2/1963 - 4/25/2015
Morgan City, LA
Dennis Craig Furlette, 51, Morgan City, LA. passed away Saturday, April 25, 2015.
Dennis was born in Flint, Michigan. In his early 20's, he became the beloved father of Melissa and Jonathan. Dennis was a Tool and Die Maker and Machinist, dedicated to this work for over 30 years. He had an open mind and heart and was always willing to help anyone in need. He had a contagious laugh and smile. Dennis had a love for high speed competition, especially in motorsports and ice hockey.
Preceded in Death by his mother Mary O'Dea Furlette.
Survived by father James Furlette of Ft. Myers, FL, sister Donna Furlette-McClung of Gainesville, GA, brother Jim Furlette of Morgan City, LA, brother Tom (Lynn) of Jefferson, Georgia, and son Jonathan Furlette of Ann Arbor, MI and daughter Melissa Furlette-Koski (Sara) of Oak Park, IL, and nephews Ted, Drew, James Jr., JT, , and Nate Furlette.
He is survived by many extended family members and friends in the Recovery community.
Visitation is at Meuhlig Funeral Chapel, 403 S. 4th Ave, Ann Arbor, MI from 5pm-8pm Tuesday, May 5th. Friends and family may also gather at 10am on Wednesday, May 6th prior to his Funeral Mass at St. Mary's Student Parish, 331 Thompson St, Ann Arbor, MI 48104. The Rite of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11am at St. Mary's, followed by a luncheon at the church. Burial will follow the luncheon at St. John's Cemetery, 2945 E. Northfield Church Rd. Ann Arbor MI 48105.
Dennis's children would appreciate your prayers and would welcome donations made on behalf of Dennis Furlette to the Faith community of St. Mary's student parish at the University of Michigan or Dawn Farm.