Mr. Herbert Franklin McIntosh Sr.

MCINTOSH, Sr., Mr. Herbert F. - Age 88, passed away Tuesday, June 6, 2017 at his residence. Family hour 10:00 AM Monday, June 12, 2017 at Christ Fellowship Missionary Baptist Church, 317 E. Hamilton Ave., with funeral service commencing at 11:00 AM. Interment Sunset Hills Cemetery, G-4413 Flushing Rd. Friends and pallbearers will assemble at the church 10:00 AM Monday. Mr. McIntosh will lie in state in the Chapel of Lawrence E. Moon Funeral Home, 906 W. Flint Park Blvd. and may be viewed from 10:00 AM-6:00 PM Sunday. Mr. Herbert Franklin McIntosh Sr. was born May 20, 1929 in Decatur, Mississippi, the son of John Henry and Willie McIntosh. He was one of twelve children. Being part of a large loving family, he learned many skills from his parents that carried him throughout his life. His father owned several businesses (dry cleaners, barbershop and a “fix it” shop) and his mother had a natural talent for gardening and sewing. Herbert attended the local community schools and graduated from Newton Vocational High School in Newton, MS. He later moved to Michigan for better opportunities after he secretly married his sweetheart, Ruby Pearl Jordan on January 25, 1951. Herbert was hired at Chevrolet, a division of General Motors and began his career as a Line Worker. Soon his drive for learning led him to become an Apprentice within the Skilled Trades Group. He successfully completed several years of college courses and became a Journeyman Electrician with the United Auto Workers Union. Herbert and his wife always had the door to their home open to many friends and family, both young and old. He never hesitated to offer a helping hand to others. Whether it was providing a place to stay, engage in conversation, and provide something to eat or join in a game of cards. Herbert was always there to help and was embracing even when times were tough. He never had anything negative to say about anyone. Herbert was a humble, quiet soul who truly loved and enjoyed his family and friends! He always enjoyed being outdoors. Herbert had a special bond with his brother-in-law, Hardy Boler and together they would go fishing whenever they could including ice fishing during the harsh Michigan winters. He loved working in his yard tending to his garden and was very proud of it. Herbert liked to feed the birds and squirrels. The squirrels even learned to take the nuts right out of his hand. He also enjoyed spending time in his workshop making various electrical items and gadgets. After Herbert’s retirement from General Motors he discovered new ways to enjoy life. He became an active member of Christ Fellowship Missionary Baptist Church. He took up golf and loved it! Throughout the years he golfed with several leagues including the ‘Brotherhood League’ and the ‘Friday Morning Swingers’. Herbert was married to Ruby for over 47 years and after her death in 1998 he continued their legacy of helping family and friends. Mr. Herbert Franklin McIntosh Sr. leaves to cherish his memory: son, Herbert F. McIntosh Jr. of Holland, MI; 3 daughters, Reneé McIntosh of Ann Arbor, MI, Tammy R. (Melvin) Smith of Grand Blanc, MI and Karla Roman of Flint; 7 grandchildren, Shawnice Lockett, TaMia Harrison, La Torie Smith, Christopher Smith, Annastasia Stockman, Michael (Ashley) Lyle and Michelle Lyle; 6 great-grandchildren, Noah, Alijah, Christian, Amari, Charli and Amir; brother, Henry McIntosh; 5 sisters-in-law, Lucille McIntosh, Claudia McIntosh, Margaretta McIntosh, Alberta McIntosh and Laverne Jordan; brother-in-law, James Kennebrew; many special nieces, nephews and cousins including, Billie (Flora) McIntosh, Carolyn McIntosh, Kenneth (Mable) Hitts, Ida Boler (Walter) Tate, Steven (Yetta) Boler, Robin Boler Bishop, Ken Hitts, Jerry (Lois) McIntosh, Elaine (Jerry) Hayes, Karen Browne-Betts, Bruce (Tawnya) Morris, Henry (Sheila) Morris, Johnny (Joyce) Morris, Cheryl Hunter, Elder Braxton Vaughn, Donna Robinson and Dorothy Hitts; very special friends including Willie Fields family, Pastor Jesse Wilson family, Yvonne Hubbard family, the Della Horton family, the entire Smith family, the Parkway Court Crew including the Evans, Fuqua and Graham families. Herbert was preceded in death by his wife and friend, Ruby Pearl Jordan McIntosh; loving parents, John Henry and Willie Hodge McIntosh; his beloved brothers, Percy (Mallie) McIntosh, John McIntosh, CN McIntosh, JD (Rebecca) McIntosh, Willie John McIntosh, Elb B. McIntosh, Chester McIntosh and Jerry McIntosh; his cherished sisters, Beatrice McIntosh and Elizabeth (Warren) Boler; sisters-in-law, Jewell McIntosh, Berthene (Samuel) Hayes, Ora (Harry) Browne, Bessie (Johnnie) Morris and Polly Kennebrew; brothers-in-law, Charles Jordan, Orsmond (Ernie) Jordan, Henry (Mae) Jordan, Frank (Elizabeth) Jordan and Gerald Jordan. The family would like to express special thanks to Pastor Jesse Wilson and Rev. Jessie D. McIntosh.

Mr. Herbert Franklin McIntosh Sr.

May 20, 1929 - June 6, 2017