Clarence “Sonny” McKenzie, age 70, of Pittsford, died Tuesday, February 9, 2010, in his home after a short illness. He was born January 22, 1940, in Chauncey, WV, the son of Henry & Goldie (Stratton) McKenzie. He was employed for 40 years at Tecumseh Products, retiring in 2004. His greatest joy in life was being with his grandchildren. He also enjoyed watching NASCAR races and the Detroit Tigers. Sonny is survived by his wife Judith (Hall) McKenzie, two daughters; Renee Friedrich of Pittsford and Heather (Kory) Osmun of Hillsdale, two sons; Robby (Jen) McKenzie of Osseo and Chan McKenzie of Osseo, ten grandchildren, two great grandchildren, two sisters; Doris (Ray) Rumsey of Pittsford and Peggy Allen of Montpilier, IN and three brothers; Randy (Bobbie) McKenzie of Jackson, Don McKenzie of Lyons, OH and Doug (Sandy) McKenzie of Osseo. He was preceded in death by, his parents, three brothers, Chester, Dick and Clayton, who died in infancy. Funeral Services will be held 2:30 PM, Saturday, February 13, 2010, at J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian, with Pastor Samuel Wickard officiating. Burial will follow in Tipton Cemetery. Visitation will be from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM on Saturday at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St. Jude Childrens Hospital and Hospice of Hillsdale County.
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Gavin performing Everything Zen at NASCAR races. I did a terrible job recording this one so I’m really really really sorry for the shakiness and screaming!
