Carl Franklin Getty, age 87, passed away April 7, 2024 while surrounded by his family. He was a loving husband, devoted family man to his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. His family was his whole life.
Carl graduated from Wayland Union High School in the class of 1954. He served his country in the United States Army. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, both watching and playing sports of all types, and chopping wood. Carl retired from the skilled trades pattern shop at General Motors after a 36 year long career.
Carl was preceded in death by his parents Carl and Rose Getty and brother, Leonard Getty. He is survived by his wife of 64 years, MaryAnn (nee Witherell) Getty; daughter, Sandra (Kris) Niemchick; sons Gregory Getty, Michael (Kim) Getty; grandchildren Gina (Mike) Klinkner, Benjamin Niemchick, Carl Anthony (Ali) Getty, Amber (Phil) Wendecker, Allison (Tyler) Stolicker; great-grandchildren Braxton, Jozy, Elijah, Samual, Kaybree, Dawson, Wyatt, Maverick, Clayton, Rigden; and many extended family and friends.
A private family graveside service will take place at Elmwood Cemetery in Wayland. In memory of Carl and in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of one’s choosing. The family welcomes memories and messages at www.kubiakcookwayland.com in Carl’s online guest book.