John Erwin Ambrose
Passed: March 14, 2019
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John Erwin Ambrose
Passed: March 14, 2019
Obituary
John Erwin Ambrose, age 77, long-time resident of Howell, MI died March 14, 2019 in Goodyear, AZ. He was born December 23, 1941 in Detroit, MI to Erwin and Dorothy Ambrose. John served in the US Army from 1967 to 1969 in the topographic Mapping Corps. John was a community planning consultant for over 47 years, representing both public and private organizations. He was a mentor to many young planners just starting their careers. He enjoyed traveling the country in his fifth wheel, Detroit sports, cars, airplanes, and most of all, spending time with his family.
John is survived by his wife, Bette; daughter, Leanne Totin and her husband, Greg; three grandchildren, Emma, Lindsey, and Carley; brother-in-law, John Sierota; and nieces and nephews, Sue Newberry, Nancy Grady (Brian) and their children, Bradshaw and Brooke, Janice Newberry, Sarah Lang (Aaron) and their children Audrey and Andrew, and Adam Sierota. He was preceded in death by his parents, Erwin and Dorothy Ambrose; sister, Karen Sierota; and sisters-in-law, Anne Joines, and Kay Newberry and her husband Ken.
A private service in Arizona will be held March 22, 2019. A memorial service will also be held at 11:00 am, Thursday, June 6, 2019 at the First Presbyterian Church of Brighton, 300 E Grand River Avenue, Brighton, MI 48116. The family suggests that donations be made in lieu of flowers to the American Cancer Society or the American Diabetes Association.
29 responses to John Erwin Ambrose
Mary Jensen says:
March 22, 2019
Bette,
We are very sorry to learn of John’s passing. Our deepest condolences to you and your family.
David and Mary
Bette Ambrose says:
March 24, 2019
Thank you so much. I will be staying in Arizona to be near Leanne, but we are taking John on one final journey to his favorite spots and will be in Brighton for a memorial service on June 6th.
Norma Hill says:
March 22, 2019
I pray that you will forever feel the comfort, strength, healing and love of God.
Bette Ambrose says:
March 24, 2019
Thank yo so much Norma. Prayers and good thoughts mean so much.
Maria Avant says:
March 23, 2019
Bette and family, I was sad to learn of John’s passing. I will lift all of you in prayer. May the Lord comfort you in the days ahead.
Bette Ambrose says:
March 26, 2019
Maria, thanks so much for thinking of us.
Nancy J Walters says:
March 23, 2019
Bette, Sending prayers for comfort, and that loving memories will keep John forever special in your heart.
Bette Ambrose says:
March 26, 2019
Thank you so much for thinking of us. It is never easy, but so thankful the family is here.
Shelly Duk says:
March 24, 2019
Dear Bette,
I am so sorry for your loss. I will keep you and your family in my prayers. Keep the memories of John alive and he will love forever in your heart.
Much love and many hugs,
Shelly Duk
Bette Ambrose says:
March 26, 2019
Thank you for your thoughts and prayers. Wishing only happiness as you move forward with your plans.