Eugene J. Silkowski, 85, Atlantic

   Eugene J. Silkowski, 85, a resident of Atlantic Mine, passed
away Monday, March 23, 2026, at his home following a lengthy illness.
     He was born on August 30, 1940, in Detroit, MI, a son of the late
Edward and Genevieve (Kalinowski) Silkowski.  Eugene was raised in
Detroit and Utica, MI.  He was a graduate of Utica High School with
the class of 1961.  Gene then received his X-Ray Technician
certification from PCHA and worked for Oak Wood Hospital for a short
time.  Mr. Silkowski then began a career working for General Motors as
a Computer Technician, retiring after 30 years from GMEDS.     On
September 26, 1964, he was united in marriage to Arlene Walstrom.  The
couple had resided in Rochester, MI, and Garden City, MI, while in
lower Michigan.  In retirement, the couple moved to make their home in
Rice Lake and for the past 8 years have made their home in Atlantic
Mine.
     Mr. Silkowski was an active member of Zion Lutheran Church,
helping with the Camp Lahti Carpenters and playing guitar with the
Worship Team for a number of years.  Gene was a talented person who
enjoyed time outdoors hunting and fishing. He could also remodel any
room in the home or restore a classic Road Runner Car.
     Preceding him in death were his parents, his infant brother
Robert and his brother and sister-in-law: Edward and Julie Silkowski.
     Surviving  are:
His wife: Arlene Silkowski of Atlantic Mine
His children: Robin (Steve) Buchholz of South Lyon, MI
Robert (Katherine) Silkowski of Westland, MI
Michael Silkowski of Rockford, IL
Sue (Farmer Shipman) of Harrison, MI and their children
His grandchildren: Aiden Buchholz, Emma Buchholz, Khloe Silkowski,
Justin (Nichole) Silkowski and Deanna Silkowski
His great-granddaughter: Clara Silkowski
His sister: Barbara (Frank) Iwaniec of Clinton Township, MI
Several nieces, nephews and cousins
     A Memorial Service for Eugene will be held  12:00 pm Saturday April 11, 2026, at
the Zion Lutheran Church of Hancock with Pastor Jesse Aho to
officiate.  Spring burial will be in the Liminga Cemetery.
     Friends may call on Saturday April 11, 2026, from 11:00 am until time of services at the Zion Lutheran Church of Hancock.
     To view Eugene’s obituary or to send condolences to the family,
please visit www.memorialchapel.net (http://www.memorialchapel.net/).