James Edwin Bilicki

James Edwin Bilicki, age 69, of White Lake, passed away on Sunday, February 13, 2022, at Huron Valley Sinai Hospital. Left to cherish his memory are his loving wife, Debora; his two sons: Brian (Margaret) Bilicki, and Kevin Bilicki; his sister, Joanne (Bill) Huston; and many loving nieces, nephews, and extended family members.

James was born March 29, 1952, in Pontiac, the son of Mr. & Mrs. Chester and Mamie (Przedwojewski) Bilicki. James received a degree in engineering from Michigan Tech, graduating with the class of 1974. He then went on to become a civil engineer at Ric-Man Construction, where he worked for twenty-one years. James continued to work for a number of different contracting firms over the years, retiring in October of 2021. In his free time, James was an avid model railroader, enjoyed woodworking and many other do-it-yourself projects both in and outdoors. James was very active in the Cub Scouts when his sons were growing up, and was a Cub Master of Pack 316 for many years. James was a history buff by nature; and especially loved to follow Michigan and World War II history. He was a wonderful man and father who will be dearly missed.

James was preceded in death by his parents, Chester and Mamie; his son, Jonathon Bilicki; and his sister, Carol Ann.

In accordance with James’s wishes, cremation will take place. A memorial service will be held at 5:00 pm on Wednesday, March 9, 2022, at the Union Lake Chapel of the Elton Black & Son Funeral Home, 1233 Union Lake Road, White Lake, Michigan 48386. James’s family will receive friends at the funeral home on Wednesday from 12:00 pm until the time of service at 5:00 pm.