William Joseph Cretens Obituary
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of William Joseph Cretens of Rapid River, Michigan, born in Escanaba, Michigan, who passed away on September 6, 2021, at the age of 89, leaving to mourn family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of William Joseph Cretens to show support.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Andrew Cretens and Ardell Cretens (Burke); his wife Faye VanDamme; his son Thomas; and his brothers, Louie and Jimmy Cretens.
He is survived by: his children, Bill Cretens (Jane) of Trufant, MI, Patti Peterson (Dick) of Richmond, VA, Kristy Robinette (Randy) of Escanaba, MI, Cathy Hartwig (Dean) of Iron Mountain, MI, John Cretens (Myra) of Gladstone, MI and Kelli Thibault (Tom) of Stafford, VA.; his sister Mary Vandermissen (Tony) of Escanaba, MI.; and his sisters-in-law, Noma Cretens, Elaine Cretens and Ann Olson (VanDamme). He is also survived by 17 Grandchildren, 29 Great-Grandchildren and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
