William Wint
Licensed Funeral Director / Owner
Bill is the son of Lew and Diane Wint, founders of the Lewis E. Wint Funeral Home that began in 1959. Bill graduated from Clarkston High School in 1979. Three years later, he received his B.A. degree from Western Michigan University in personnel management and economics. Bill studied Mortuary Science at the University of Minnesota. He received his B.A.S. degree from there in 1983, and his funeral director career began as the Son in Lewis E. Wint and Son Funeral Home that same year. With his father's passing in 1992, Bill took stewardship of the funeral home. He learned the importance of family and service to others at an early age. Following in the footsteps of his father, Bill developed a philanthropic spirit where he gives back to the community. Over the years, he has been involved in the Clarkston Area Youth Assistance, Clarkston Foundation, the Clarkston Jaycees, the parks and recreation little league baseball program, and has served on the board of directors of a local bank. Bill is married to Marie and is blessed with three children and one grandson. Bill has resided in the Clarkston community his entire life. He summarizes everything that the funeral home stands for with this quote: "We consider ourselves blessed to serve this community. Our ability to give back is a responsibility we take very seriously."
William Wint
Licensed Funeral Director / Owner
Bill is the son of Lew and Diane Wint, founders of the Lewis E. Wint Funeral Home that began in 1959. Bill graduated from Clarkston High School in 1979. Three years later, he received his B.A. degree from Western Michigan University in personnel management and economics. Bill studied Mortuary Science at the University of Minnesota. He received his B.A.S. degree from there in 1983, and his funeral director career began as the Son in Lewis E. Wint and Son Funeral Home that same year. With his father's passing in 1992, Bill took stewardship of the funeral home. He learned the importance of family and service to others at an early age. Following in the footsteps of his father, Bill developed a philanthropic spirit where he gives back to the community. Over the years, he has been involved in the Clarkston Area Youth Assistance, Clarkston Foundation, the Clarkston Jaycees, the parks and recreation little league baseball program, and has served on the board of directors of a local bank. Bill is married to Marie and is blessed with three children and one grandson. Bill has resided in the Clarkston community his entire life. He summarizes everything that the funeral home stands for with this quote: "We consider ourselves blessed to serve this community. Our ability to give back is a responsibility we take very seriously."
Jenni McGee Simsack
Licensed Funeral Director / Manager
Jenni has been a constant at Lewis E. Wint and Son Funeral Home since 1986. She obtained her degree in Mortuary Science from Wayne State University in 1988. Having lived above the funeral home and been raised in Oakland County her entire life, Jenni is familiar with the North Oakland area and the needs of its residents. Jenni is a member of the Michigan Funeral Directors Association, a former member of the Clarkston Jaycees, and has been active in supporting childhood cancer survivors issues. Jenni met her future husband in high school, where they graduated from Oakland Christian in 1985. She resides in Groveland Township with her husband and two children. Jenni sums up her values with this statement, "I am really proud to be a part of a family-owned funeral home whose goal is attention to every detail, while saying goodbye and celebrating life."
Jenni McGee Simsack
Licensed Funeral Director / Manager
Jenni has been a constant at Lewis E. Wint and Son Funeral Home since 1986. She obtained her degree in Mortuary Science from Wayne State University in 1988. Having lived above the funeral home and been raised in Oakland County her entire life, Jenni is familiar with the North Oakland area and the needs of its residents. Jenni is a member of the Michigan Funeral Directors Association, a former member of the Clarkston Jaycees, and has been active in supporting childhood cancer survivors issues. Jenni met her future husband in high school, where they graduated from Oakland Christian in 1985. She resides in Groveland Township with her husband and two children. Jenni sums up her values with this statement, "I am really proud to be a part of a family-owned funeral home whose goal is attention to every detail, while saying goodbye and celebrating life."
Tim Currier
Licensed Funeral Director
Tim joined Lewis E. Wint and Son Funeral Home in 1997. With a Bachelor's of Science Degree in Mortuary Science from Wayne State University, Tim began his career as a licensed funeral director in 1992. He is a member of the Michigan Funeral Directors Association. Tim lives in Waterford with his wife, Lisa and two children, Owen and Noah. Tim enjoys traveling, snowmobiling and spending time Up North with his family. Tim has been dedicated to funeral service since 1986, starting his apprenticeship while attending high school. He states, "I feel a great sense of pride, helping families during the hardest time of their lives. The satisfaction in knowing that I played an intricate part in helping people say goodbye to a life well lived, is immeasurable."
Tim Currier
Licensed Funeral Director
Tim joined Lewis E. Wint and Son Funeral Home in 1997. With a Bachelor's of Science Degree in Mortuary Science from Wayne State University, Tim began his career as a licensed funeral director in 1992. He is a member of the Michigan Funeral Directors Association. Tim lives in Waterford with his wife, Lisa and two children, Owen and Noah. Tim enjoys traveling, snowmobiling and spending time Up North with his family. Tim has been dedicated to funeral service since 1986, starting his apprenticeship while attending high school. He states, "I feel a great sense of pride, helping families during the hardest time of their lives. The satisfaction in knowing that I played an intricate part in helping people say goodbye to a life well lived, is immeasurable."
Craig Jones
Licensed Funeral Director
Craig has been a Licensed Funeral Director in the area for over 31 years. He is the Past President of the Michigan Funeral Directors Association District 6. He attends Hope Community Church in Waterford. "Funeral Service is a calling. I feel privileged for any individual or family to entrust to me the final care of their loved one."
Craig Jones
Licensed Funeral Director
Craig has been a Licensed Funeral Director in the area for over 31 years. He is the Past President of the Michigan Funeral Directors Association District 6. He attends Hope Community Church in Waterford. "Funeral Service is a calling. I feel privileged for any individual or family to entrust to me the final care of their loved one."
Jack Kennedy
Licensed Funeral Director
Jack is a lifelong resident of Clarkston. He graduated from Clarkston High School in 2017 and has recently graduated from Wayne State University’s Mortuary Science program with a Bachelor’s Degree. Jack is a certified cremation provider. He has spent the last couple years assisting his father who is a Licensed Funeral Director. Jack’s goal is to encourage future mortuary science students.
Jack Kennedy
Licensed Funeral Director
Jack is a lifelong resident of Clarkston. He graduated from Clarkston High School in 2017 and has recently graduated from Wayne State University’s Mortuary Science program with a Bachelor’s Degree. Jack is a certified cremation provider. He has spent the last couple years assisting his father who is a Licensed Funeral Director. Jack’s goal is to encourage future mortuary science students.
Samantha Dunn
Licensed Funeral Director
Samantha is a recent graduate from Wayne State University, where she obtained her Bachelor's Degree in Mortuary Science. She is a Licensed Funeral Director. Sam feels privileged to be able to provide support to families and celebrate their loved ones' lives.
Samantha Dunn
Licensed Funeral Director
Samantha is a recent graduate from Wayne State University, where she obtained her Bachelor's Degree in Mortuary Science. She is a Licensed Funeral Director. Sam feels privileged to be able to provide support to families and celebrate their loved ones' lives.
Libby Peterson
Director of Family Services
Libby has been dedicated to funeral service for over 18 years. Libby is a member of the National Funeral Director’s Association and a Certified Pre-planning Consultant. She obtained her Bachelor’s of Arts in Communication and Business Management from Saginaw Valley State University. Libby, her husband Andy and two teenaged children live in Flushing and attend St. John Vianney Catholic Church. Her quote is, “Every family has a story. Thank you for allowing me to be part of your family’s story.”
Libby Peterson
Director of Family Services
Libby has been dedicated to funeral service for over 18 years. Libby is a member of the National Funeral Director’s Association and a Certified Pre-planning Consultant. She obtained her Bachelor’s of Arts in Communication and Business Management from Saginaw Valley State University. Libby, her husband Andy and two teenaged children live in Flushing and attend St. John Vianney Catholic Church. Her quote is, “Every family has a story. Thank you for allowing me to be part of your family’s story.”
Patti Paulsen
Office Admin
Patti has been a member of the Wint Funeral Home Team since November 2012. She assists in the office with all tasks related to the funeral home's operation. Patti has a Bachelor's Degree in Business from Eastern Michigan University. She has resided in Waterford since 1998 with her husband and two children. "My job reminds me daily what is truly important in life."
Patti Paulsen
Office Admin
Patti has been a member of the Wint Funeral Home Team since November 2012. She assists in the office with all tasks related to the funeral home's operation. Patti has a Bachelor's Degree in Business from Eastern Michigan University. She has resided in Waterford since 1998 with her husband and two children. "My job reminds me daily what is truly important in life."
Mike Fahrner
Staff
Mike has been part of the Lewis E. Wint and Son Funeral Home team since 1997. He began working in funeral service in 1972. His years of experience have allowed him to take on a myriad of duties that support the funeral home's total operation. In addition, Mike retired as an Independence Township Fire Fighter where he worked from 1973. Mike has lived in Clarkston his entire life with his wife and has two adult daughters. He is a member of the Waypointe Church. Mike's commitment to the funeral home is very strong as is evidenced by his support for the Wint family and his love of the Clarkston community.
Mike Fahrner
Staff
Mike has been part of the Lewis E. Wint and Son Funeral Home team since 1997. He began working in funeral service in 1972. His years of experience have allowed him to take on a myriad of duties that support the funeral home's total operation. In addition, Mike retired as an Independence Township Fire Fighter where he worked from 1973. Mike has lived in Clarkston his entire life with his wife and has two adult daughters. He is a member of the Waypointe Church. Mike's commitment to the funeral home is very strong as is evidenced by his support for the Wint family and his love of the Clarkston community.
Jeff Crockett
Staff
Jeff has been a member of the Lewis E. Wint & Son Funeral Home family since November 2014. As part of the support staff, he is involved in a number of activities and duties at the funeral home. Thus far, he has found working at the funeral home a very rewarding experience, as he can assist others as well as the staff at the funeral home. Jeff worked for Oakland County for 35 years and is a longtime resident of Milford. He and his wife attend the West Highland Baptist Church of Highland Township.
Jeff Crockett
Staff
Jeff has been a member of the Lewis E. Wint & Son Funeral Home family since November 2014. As part of the support staff, he is involved in a number of activities and duties at the funeral home. Thus far, he has found working at the funeral home a very rewarding experience, as he can assist others as well as the staff at the funeral home. Jeff worked for Oakland County for 35 years and is a longtime resident of Milford. He and his wife attend the West Highland Baptist Church of Highland Township.
Mike Roy
Staff
Mike has been a member of the Lewis E. Wint & Son Funeral Home family since December 2016. As part of the support staff, he is involved in a number of activities and duties at the funeral home. Mike has lived in Clarkston his whole life, graduated from Clarkston High School and worked for 42 years at Roy Brothers, the family business. He is a veteran of the U.S. Army and a member of the American Legion and VFW. Mike says, “Working at the funeral home gives me an opportunity to care for people, which I love.”
Mike Roy
Staff
Mike has been a member of the Lewis E. Wint & Son Funeral Home family since December 2016. As part of the support staff, he is involved in a number of activities and duties at the funeral home. Mike has lived in Clarkston his whole life, graduated from Clarkston High School and worked for 42 years at Roy Brothers, the family business. He is a veteran of the U.S. Army and a member of the American Legion and VFW. Mike says, “Working at the funeral home gives me an opportunity to care for people, which I love.”
Mike Palmer
Staff
As part of the support staff, Mike assists wherever he is needed. He grew up in Clarkston, graduating from Clarkston High School in 1977. Mike resides here with his wife and four children. In the past, he has been a group leader for the “Brooksie Way” half-marathon training program. Mike attends Kensington Community Church.
Mike Palmer
Staff
As part of the support staff, Mike assists wherever he is needed. He grew up in Clarkston, graduating from Clarkston High School in 1977. Mike resides here with his wife and four children. In the past, he has been a group leader for the “Brooksie Way” half-marathon training program. Mike attends Kensington Community Church.
Marsha Eagleton
Staff
Marsha has been with the funeral home since November 2017. She also works at St. Daniel Catholic Church and has experience in management and customer service. As a greeter, she welcomes the opportunity to serve in this important role at the funeral home.
Marsha Eagleton
Staff
Marsha has been with the funeral home since November 2017. She also works at St. Daniel Catholic Church and has experience in management and customer service. As a greeter, she welcomes the opportunity to serve in this important role at the funeral home.
Mary (Roy) Walker
Staff
Mary grew up two houses away from Wint Funeral Home in Clarkston. Both families have known each other for decades. Mary and her husband have lived in Clarkston for more than 26 years and have a grown son. "My family has the highest regard for the staff at Wint's. It is an honor for me to be part of their continuing legacy of excellence."
Mary (Roy) Walker
Staff
Mary grew up two houses away from Wint Funeral Home in Clarkston. Both families have known each other for decades. Mary and her husband have lived in Clarkston for more than 26 years and have a grown son. "My family has the highest regard for the staff at Wint's. It is an honor for me to be part of their continuing legacy of excellence."
Sonia Foster
Staff
Sonia joined the funeral home family in July of 2021. She has spent the better part of her live in Clarkston, graduating from Clarkston High School before obtaining her degree in Human Resources from Michigan State University. Her community service commitments have included, foster parenting, Clarkston 4-H, Wint Nature Center volunteer, and Stephen Minister. Sonia attends The River Church in Goodrich with her husband Ken. They have four adult children. Sonia says, “We all have footprints that we leave on this earth. Every one of us is of great worth. Let us not forget this.”
Sonia Foster
Staff
Sonia joined the funeral home family in July of 2021. She has spent the better part of her live in Clarkston, graduating from Clarkston High School before obtaining her degree in Human Resources from Michigan State University. Her community service commitments have included, foster parenting, Clarkston 4-H, Wint Nature Center volunteer, and Stephen Minister. Sonia attends The River Church in Goodrich with her husband Ken. They have four adult children. Sonia says, “We all have footprints that we leave on this earth. Every one of us is of great worth. Let us not forget this.”
Ken Foster
Staff
Ken began working as a greeter in August 2021. He and his wife Sonia have been a welcome addition to the funeral home. Ken graduated from Clarkston High School and went on to earn a degree in Public Administration from Michigan State University. He has been a foster parent and has worked with Clarkston Recreation. He and Sonia attend The River Church in Goodrich and have four adult children. Ken says, “Being available during a difficult time for families is important to me.”
Ken Foster
Staff
Ken began working as a greeter in August 2021. He and his wife Sonia have been a welcome addition to the funeral home. Ken graduated from Clarkston High School and went on to earn a degree in Public Administration from Michigan State University. He has been a foster parent and has worked with Clarkston Recreation. He and Sonia attend The River Church in Goodrich and have four adult children. Ken says, “Being available during a difficult time for families is important to me.”
Ed Roy
Staff
Ed Roy
Staff
