Joseph Schramski

Joseph James Schramski, born January 21, 1930, beloved husband of the late Ruth (1/04/2012), passed away on April 1, 2024. He was born and raised in Kinde, MI; one of eleven children born to Joseph and Mary Schramski. He married Ruth Mary Eppenbrock of Ruth, MI on November 28, 1953. He is survived by his son, Thomas J. Schramski (Marcia) and daughter, Mary English (Bill). And five grandchildren; Joseph Schramski (Marissa), Amanda Leung (Gene), Zachary English, Andrew English, and Meredith Schramski. And five great grtandchildren; Desmond and Wesley Schramski, and Avery, Stephanie, and Alyssa Leung. He is also survived by his sister, Genevieve Peruski (wife of the late Eugene). He is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews and brother-in-law Reverend Donald Eppenbrock and sister-in-law Janie Shuart. He was predeceased by his siblings; Anna Lasceski, Tony, Frank, John, Ben, Regina Lasceski, Felix, Martha Semrau, and Marie Osentoski. Joe grew up working on the family farm. He and Ruth moved to the Detroit area in the late 1950’s where he became a skilled tradesman, retiring from Ford in 1995. Joe was a member of the Knights of Columbus, the St. Clement Dad’s Club, and an usher at St. Clement. He was always ready to sell you a ra􀆯le ticket for any of those organizations. Joe loved playing cards. Euchre and pinochle being his favorites. He was also an avid bowler in mixed leagues with Ruth and men’s leagues with his pals. He was a fan of all Detroit sports teams, especially the Tigers. Almost never missing a game on TV or radio. He ‘invested’ frequently in the lottery and had his favorite 3 and 4 digit numbers. He loved polka music and playing his harmonicas. When he was no longer able to bowl for real, he became an expert Wii bowler; amassing multiple perfect 300 games. He was proud to be one of the few people at his senior apartment who could connect the game to the TV. He also enjoyed teaching his friends how to play. He was proud that many of his Wii bowling students bowled 300 games. Joe always tried to share his abilities or help whomever had a need. He will be missed, but fondly remembered by his family and many friends.

Joseph Schramski

January 21, 1930 - April 1, 2024