David Karl Schellhammer, 81, of Holt, Michigan left this world for his heavenly home on February 5, 2016. Born on March 23, 1934 in Lansing, Michigan to Albert and Emily (Mann) Schellhammer, he served in the United States Marine Corps during the Korean conflict. He married Joyce Elaine Marrison on May 3, 1958 and together they raised three children. Upon his retirement from General Motors/EDS, they divided their time between their homes in Holt, Michigan and Zephyrhills, Florida. He leaves behind his loving wife of 57 years, Joyce Schellhammer as well as their sons Richard (Lori) Schellhammer of Leslie, William (Charlene) Schellhammer of Lakeland, Florida, and James Schellhammer of Holt. Also surviving are seven grandchildren who will greatly miss their Grandpa/Papa: Lucas (Alison) Schellhammer of Scott AFB, IL; Emily (Cody) Holley of Mason; Kyle Schellhammer of Royal Oak; Brandon (Angellita) Schellhammer of Lansing; JD Ward-Schellhammer of Lansing; Aaron Schellhammer and Dalton Schellhammer of Lakeland, FL. Dave also leaves behind five great-grandchildren: MacKenzie and Madison Schellhammer, Isabella Schellhammer, and Addison and Collin Holley. Graveside Service and Interment will take place on Thursday, February 11, 2016 at 1:00 pm at East Lawn Memorial Gardens in Okemos, Michigan. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The American Cancer Society, 1755 Abbey Rd., East Lansing, MI 48823. 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.
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