Neil Walter Stark

Dr. Stark retired after more than 45 years in practice as a general dentist in Sterling Heights. A 1972 graduate of the University of Michigan School of Dentistry, he was also a graduate of Central Michigan University. While at Central, he was one of the founding members of the university's Sigma Pi fraternity chapter.

He was an avid University of Michigan football fan and enjoyed fishing in Port Huron and Canada, especially for walleye and pike. He enjoyed golfing for fun, as well as taking trips to Las Vegas.

Dr. Stark is survived by his daughter, Erica; sister, Nancy (the late Larry) Savage; sister-in-law, Mary Ellen Stark; brother-in-law, Michael Rampton; niece, Julie Isman; nephew, Ben Rampton; and family friend, Yvonne Stehle. He was predeceased by his wife of 51 years, Sandra (nee Dooley); parents, Frederick Carl Stark and Florence Charlotte (nee Wehrmeister); and siblings, Jim Stark and Laurie Rampton.

No services will be held according to his wishes

The family wishes to extended thanks to the Henry Ford Macomb Hospice for their care and compassion in providing care and support during this time.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Paws With a Cause, 4646 South Division, Wayland, MI 49348 or to a charity of the donor's choice.