John Raymond Uritescu's Obituary
John R. Uritescu age 73, a lifetime
Warren resident, died on April 12, 2025, at Henry Ford Oakland Hospital in Madison Heights. Michigan. He was born in Detroit to the late Raymond and Mary Uritescu. Beloved husband of Donna for 44 years. Dear father of Jennifer Fairbrother and Christopher (Jessica) Uritescu. Loving Papa to Shelby and Mason Uritescu. Also survived by his brother Raymond (Donna) Uritescu and many friends. John was a retired Police Sergeant from the City of Warren. His career lasted 28 1/2 years before his retirement in 1999. He began as a police officer in Warren, advancing to detective, working on many high-profile cases within the City of Warren. John was a totally dedicated family man. When he was younger, he coached baseball when his son was in little league and later assisting the coaches at Fitzgerald High school and Federation baseball. He thoroughly enjoyed being with family and friends especially doing things together or going on several camping adventures. Many friends and lots of memories were made on those trips. His love of animals was shown in the many strays he brought home and adopted over the years. Watching and cheering on his home teams, both the Detroit Tigers and Lions was one of his favorite pastimes. A good man, husband, father and friend, he will be sorely missed. Visitation at the Rudy Funeral Home 25650 Van Dyke in Center Line on Thursday, April 17,2025 from 1 PM until 8 PM with a 6:30 PM Warren Police Color Guard, Life Celebration and a sharing of memories. Please visit www.rudyfuneral.com to light a candle or share a tribute.
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