John R. Senyko

Mr. John R. Senyko Saginaw Twp., Michigan On December 26th, 2024, John R. Senyko, age 85, a man of unwavering faith and quiet strength, departed his earthly life for his eternal home in Heaven, while in the care of the Aleda E. Lutz, V.A. Medical Center in Saginaw, Michigan, where he received a veteran's Honor Walk in honor of his service. Born to the late Lillian and Mike Senyko on July 4th, 1939, John grew up on his family's farm in South Branch, where he developed the strong work ethic that would define his life. After graduating from Mio High School's Class of 1956, he served in the United States Army from February 12, 1958, until his Honorable Discharge on December 13, 1960, at Fort Dix, New Jersey, having collected stories from his time in Germany during the Cold War that he would share for decades. On December 11, 1970, John married Joyclyn Marie (Mazany) Cox. Together with their children, Michael and Linda (whom John lovingly adopted), they built a life rich in adventure and joy, traveling across five continents while remaining deeply rooted in their community. John was an active member of Community Baptist Church, a dedicated Saginaw Lions Club member, and touched young lives as a Big Brother in the Big Brothers Big Sisters of America program. A true farmer at heart, John maintained a lifelong passion for John Deere tractors, preserving and restoring his family's John Deere B tractor alongside his cherished collection of over a dozen award winning tractors and farm implements. He took great pride in sharing stories of his farming heritage and the evolution of these beloved machines, approaching each one with meticulous care and deep appreciation for their history. He also owned and operated Cross Business Machines, Inc. in Saginaw. John approached owning a small business with the same integrity and attention to detail that characterized his life. John is survived by his son, Michael (Kristen) Senyko; his daughter, Linda Cox (Jim DeShone); granddaughters, Emma Senyko and Melissa Nordquist (fiancé C.J. and daughter Izalea); grandsons, Connor Senyko and Daniel Cox (fiancé Tina & girls); his in-laws, Teresa Slominski, Jan Mazany, Janet Senyko, Ken Fallstick; cherished Florida friends, the Carney family; and many other nieces, nephews, cousins, and treasured friends. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Joyclyn, on January 6, 2023; Joyclyn's daughter, Teresa Cox; his brother, Edward Senyko; and his in-laws, Cecilia Fallstick, Douglas Mazany, Daniel Mazany, and Pat Slominski. Friends are invited to join in the Celebration of John's life at 2:00 p.m. Sunday, December 29, 2024, at the Wakeman Funeral Home, Inc., 1218 N. Michigan Ave., in Saginaw. Pastor Douglas Jackson will officiate. Visitation will be Sunday from 11:00 a.m. until the service. John will be laid to rest beside his wife in a private family burial in Oak Grove Cemetery, Goodar Twp., Ogemaw Co., South Branch, MI. Those planning an expression of sympathy may make memorial contributions to Community Baptist Church and School. Memories and sympathies of John may be shared with the family on his memorial website at WakemanFuneralHome.com

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John R. Senyko

July 4, 1939 - December 26, 2024