Obituary of Vernon Ushman

Vernon Patrick Ushman September 1, 1948 - February 24, 2011 Vernon Patrick Ushman was born in Springfield, Illinois on September 1, 1948. He was one of three children born from the union of the late John and Helen (Trigg) Ushman. Vernon served his country honorably as a member of the United States Navy as a Navy Seal during Vietnam. He graduated with a Bachelor Degree in Engineering from Purdue University. For the past twelve years Vernon had been employed as an engineer by Midway Products Group. He worked hard investing countless hours into his tasks until recently taking a new position that allowed him more time to spend with his family. Vernon married his true love the former JoAnn Lipchik at the Elm Street Chapel on May 24, 2003. Vernon was an avid golfer. He always looked forward to his next round, and had made many friends on the greens. He hated snow, even though he lived in Michigan, and he enjoyed traveling to warmer places and spending time near the water and at the beach. Although, Vernon was pretty well known for his stubbornness, his family loved him just the same, and he was extremely proud of them. Vernon also liked muscle cars, but more than anything he enjoyed quiet time at home in his La-Z-Boy. Vernon Patrick Ushman age 62 of Monroe a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and brother passed away at 3:18pm, Thursday, February 24, 2011 at the Toledo Hospital after a brief illness. His passing was preceded by his parents. He leaves to cherish his memory his beloved wife: JoAnn of Monroe; three children: Kimberly Ushman (Dave Dupuie), Kristin Ushman, and John (Andrea) Ushman all of Monroe; one stepson: Joe (Carrie Walrath) Alexander of Monroe; one brother: Robert (Pam) Ushman of Elbern, Illinois; one sister: Dolly Blair of Springfield, Illinois; five grandchildren: Lillia Ruth Ushman, Joshua Vernon Ushman, Rielyn Michelle Dupuie, Rebecca Lynn Presley, and Shelby Rose Moore. Friends may gather from 1:00-8:00pm, Sunday, February 27, 2011 at Merkle Funeral Service, 2442 North Monroe Street (734) 384-5185 where Celebration of His Life will be held at 10:00am, Monday, February 28, 2011. Pastor Roy Southerland will officiate. Procession will follow to Huron Valley Cemetery in Flat Rock for burial. Memorial donations in Vernon's honor are suggested to the American Heart Association. Online words of inspiration and comfort can be made by visiting www.merklefuneralservice.com and then selecting the Life Stories page.