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GROSINSKY, WALLACE P. JR. of Pontiac, passed away April 18, 2025 at 78 years of age. Loving husband of the late Jacqueline for 53 years; brother of Judy (the late Henry) Simpson, Bonnie (Donald) Watkins, Colleen (the late Scott) Abernathy, and the late Susan Pettit. Also preceded in death by his parents Wallace and Ellen Grosinsky, nephew Leroy Simpson, and niece Katrina Nutlouis. Wallace who was born in Alpena, Michigan and was known by many different names over the years, from Junior, to Will, to Wally, everyone had a special name for him. Wallace retired from Coca Cola after over 40+ years of service. He was an outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting and fishing as well as member of the NRA, Oakland County Sportsman Club, Ducks Unlimited, and the Republican Party. He was a big U of M fan. He will be missed for his pranks and his own sense of humor. Funeral service will be held Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at 1 PM at COATS FUNERAL HOME-WATERFORD. Family will receive friends Wednesday 11 AM until time of service. Burial Friday, April 25, 2025 at 1 PM at Hillman Rust Cemetery on W County Rd 459 in Hillman, MI. To post a tribute, visit www.CoatsFuneralHome.com.
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