Greg Dassay

Greg Dassay, age 70, passed away February 9, 2024 at his home after a 3-year battle with Cancer. Born the son of Emerson and Shirley (Foote) of Coleman on September 28, 1953. He was united in marriage to Deborah Ackerman on June 16, 1973 in Coleman and lived in Clare for their 50 years of marriage. Greg attended Coleman Schools and was a member of the class of 1972. He began his career at Benchley and Yager construction as a heavy equipment operator, Coleman Diary as a delivery man and then as a manager in the waste management industry for 35 years. His work ethic was beyond reproach, he gave 110% no matter what the job needed; often giving directions in his sleep. Greg was an advocate for the “working man” which earned his the respect of his co-workers. Greg enjoyed spending time with his granddaughters, fishing, hunting, bird watching, mushrooming, and staying at his cabin at Higgins Lake. In his youth he was known as “Grease” because he was always working on cars to get them ready for the next weekend’s fun. If you knew Greg’s life philosophy, it was “pick yourself up by your bootstraps and go on”. He was most proud of his children, how caring and compassionate adults they have become and inherited his work ethics. Greg is survived by his wife Deborah Dassay, daughter Darcy (Rob) Simons of Farwell, son Dustin Dassay (Mandy) of Farwell; granddaughters Caitlyn and Kaycie Simons of Farwell, Andreanna Dassay of Farwell/Rainbow Lake; step grandchildren Haley Mowen and Brooklyn Wood of Farwell and Dyllan Render of Clare; a sister Debra Harris of Jackson and nieces Mandy and Amber of Jackson. He as preceded in death by his parents, Emerson and Shirley Dassay; in-laws Clifford and Verajean Lettick; a brother Warren Dassay; brother-in-laws Dan and Duane Ackerman; a niece Courtney Lettick and a great niece Sydney Ackerman. Arrangements for cremation were handled by the Clare Chapel of Stephenson-Wyman Funeral Home. Complying with Greg’s wishes, no funeral or memorial service will take place. Any donations may be made to a Cancer Foundation of your choice.

Greg Dassay

September 28, 1953 - February 9, 2024