Brian Laurence Sklapsky

St. Johns, Michigan formerly of Lansing

After a prolonged illness Brian lost his battle and passed away July 25, 2014. Brian was born May 1, 1968 to Larry and Frances (Day) Sklapsky in Lansing, Michigan. He was a dedicated manager at Sparrow Hospital for over 20 years. He enjoyed cooking, trying new foods, boating and traveling. Most of all Brian loved spending time with his family and friends. He will be truly missed. Brian was preceded in death by his grandparents. Surviving to cherish his memory are his wife of 19 years, Melissa; sons, Joshua Mericle, Collin Sklapsky, Joseph Sklapsky; parents, Larry and Frances; brothers, Matthew (Molly) Sklapsky, Martin Sklapsky; several aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. Visitation will be Tuesday, July 29, 2014 at the Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, 900 E. Michigan Ave., Lansing, MI from 2:00 to 4:00 and 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Graveside services for Brian will be held on Wednesday, July 30, 2014 at 11:00 A.M. at Deepdale Memorial Gardens, 4108 Lansing Rd., Lansing, MI. After the Graveside services the family will be having a luncheon in Brian’s memory. Contributions in his memory may be made to the National Brain Tumor Society, 55 Chapel St., Suite 200, Newton, MA 02458 and the Capital Area Humane Society, 7095 West Grand River Ave., Lansing, MI 48906.

The family is being served by Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, Lansing Chapel. Condolences and memories may be shared with the family at www.grlansing.com