Percy Topham
February 29, 1932 - January 28, 2013
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TOPHAM, Percy of Saginaw, Michigan. "I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith." 2 Timothy 4:7. Percy passed away on Monday, January 28, 2013 at his home with his family at his side. He was 80 years old. Percy Topham was born on February 29, 1932 in Saginaw to the late Percy Sr. and Frieda (Schultz) Topham. He married Abbey Paquette on June 9, 1956 in Saginaw. She survives him. Percy graduated from St. Marys High School and was a member of St. Stephen Catholic Church. He was owner and partner of the Yellow and Checker Cab Company until his retirement. He was close to his family and loved spending time with them. He especially treasured their family vacations and enjoyed fishing with his sons. Percy also was lucky in that he had many longtime friends. Left to cherish his memory besides Abbey, his wife of 56 years, are two sons and a daughter: Mike (Mary) Topham of Ann Arbor, Karen (Bryan) Whitmyer of Tega Cay, S.C., Pat (Beth) Topham of Normal, IL; six grandchildren: Emily and Kate Topham; Erin and Nick Whitmyer, Henry and Spencer Topham. He was preceded in death by three sisters: Jean Bachteal, Nancy Jarabek, and his twin, Phyllis Floeter. FUNERAL: Funeral Liturgy will take place at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, January 31, 2013 at St. Stephen Catholic Church, 1310 Malzahn. Rev Fr. James G. Heller will officiate. A Private Rite of Committal will follow in Forest Lawn Cemetery. VISITATION: Friends are welcome to visit at the Deisler Funeral Home, 2233 Hemmeter Rd. (off State) on Wednesday, January 30, 2013 from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. and at the church on Thursday from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service. MEMORIALS: In lieu of flowers those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider memorials to Eastside Soup Kitchen. Please share your thoughts and memories at the church, funeral home or through www.deislerfuneralhome.com
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Dolores Baker
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To the family of Percy Topham. I am very sorry to hear of your loss. May years of precious memories bring smiles to your hearts in the days and years to come. (Ecclesiastes 7:1) Jesus said that all those in the grave shall hear his voice and shall come forth (John 5:28-29) My thoughts and prayers are with you that the resurrection hope will comfort you during this time. Please accept my condolences.
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White (Large) Sympathy Vase Arrangement was purchased for the family of Percy Topham.
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Karen Taylor-Ober
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So sad to learn of the loss of this great man! Percy was the life of BayPort..I have so many memories of the Topham Family! From picnics to fireworks, boat rides to water skiing adventures, my memories are flooded with nothing but happy- happy times. The Hoot N Holler Gang will go down in history as some of the best times for all of you. We as your children- had some pretty good laughs watching the 8 of you act like children yourselves! Oh the laughs...oh the memories. May our Lord bless and keep the Topham family- cherish how wonderful Percy was and how special your family is to the BayPort gang. Love always, Karen Taylor-Ober
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White Mixed Fireside Basket was purchased for the family of Percy Topham.