Paul William Prey of Plymouth, Michigan, passed away on Saturday, January 21, 2023 at the age of 76 from complications of dementia. Paul was born in Kalamazoo on October 22, 1946 and raised in Portage. A graduate of the University of Michigan, and an Army Veteran of the Vietnam War, he took great pride in his 35 years working as an automotive engineer for the Chrysler Company in the Detroit Area.
He enjoyed spending time with his family, serving in many capacities with the Catholic Church, cheering on his Wolverines, and relaxing on Lake Michigan. His patience, generosity, and dry, quick wit will be missed greatly.
Paul was preceded in death by the love of his life, Joy, parents Richard and Mary, and older brother John. He is survived by younger brother Mark (Nita) of Roanoke, sons Chris (Lucy) of Albuquerque, and Tony (Sandy) of Denver, and three grandsons Alex, Mike, and Chris.
The family will receive family and friends from 5 to 7 pm, Friday, April 14, at the Eickhoff Funeral Home in Mendon. The Rosary will be recited at 6:45 pm. A funeral mass will be held on Saturday at noon, April 15, at St. Edward Catholic Church in Mendon. Memories and condolences may be expressed to the family at eickhofffuneralhome.com