George Paul Sakai's Obituary
George Paul Sakai, 88, of Hillsdale, MI, passed away Tuesday, July 30, 2024, unexpectedly at the Hillsdale Hospital. George’s family and friends will gather on Saturday, August 3, 2024, from 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. at Eineder Funeral Homes – Brooklyn Chapel. His funeral service will follow at 11:00 a.m. Burial to follow services at Sanford Cemetery. Pastor Jeff Sheeks will serve as officiant.
He was born on May 7, 1936, in Highland Park, MI to George and Gertrude (Kuk) Sakai. He attended Highland Park schools. As an adult, George worked in the skilled trades. He purchased Silver Lawn Trailer Park 40 years ago. It was Silver Lawn that George dedicated his time and energy to the residents and care of the property. There wasn’t anything George couldn’t fix! He retired to his home in North Adams where he enjoyed the quiet life in the country and feeding the wildlife.
George will be missed by his daughter, Conni Mackie; his brother, John Sakai; 5 grandchildren; and 11 great grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his parents and his brother, Richard.
George will also be missed by the many people he came to know through the Silver Lawn Trailer Park. Many, of whom, have expressed their deepest sympathies to the family through Facebook. One person saying “George was a wonderful man!! You will be missed and always thought of fondly.” Another person saying “Oh… one of the sweetest people we all ever knew.” Another person said, “George always had a smile and a wave for everyone.” He will truly be missed by many.
In lieu of flowers, a donation in George’s name to a charity of your choice would be appreciated. Please leave a message of comfort for George’s family or sign his guestbook at www.EinederFuneralHomes.com.
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