It is with great sorrow that we are announcing the death of Howard Dale Schenk, of Grass Lake, MI. The son of Winston and Betty (Harshbarger) Schenk passed away at the age of 63 on June 2, 2021.

Howard attended and graduated Chelsea High School, class of 1975, where he was very popular, receiving his Varsity letter in wrestling and cross country. As a young man, he worked in Detroit at Prime Meat, and then became a trucker, only to go on and receive his builder’s license and become a successful contractor.

He has left behind his son, Howard (Jenna Hetzel) Bentley of Grass Lake, his life-long partner, Connie Lowery, and her daughter, Heather McClung, a brother, Jon Schenk of Jackson, a sister, Janice Schenk of Wisconsin, and nephew, Michael Schenk of Jackson; as well as life-long friends, Anthony Bentley, Roger Stewart, Gary Mariott, and many more. He was preceded in death by his parents, and two brothers Robert Schenk and Richard Schenk.

He was a brother and a friend, and was loved by many. He will be sadly missed, but has gone to be with Christ.

A gathering of friends and family will be held on Saturday, June 12, 2021 at the Staffan-Mitchell Funeral Home from 12:00 - 2:00 p.m. A private burial will take place at a later date. Those wishing to make a memorial contribution may do so to Faith In Action Chelsea.