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Gary Haberkorn (75), died July 31st, 2024 from Progressive Supranuclear Palsy (PSP) disorder in Grosse Pointe Farms, MI. PSP is a late-onset neurodegenerative atypical parkinsonism disease involving the gradual deterioration of the brain. Gary never complained about his condition and was a person who, despite enduring a difficult and demanding illness towards the end of his life, never once allowed his suffering to overshadow his morale. He was the son of the late Reva and Warren Haberkorn. Gary is survived by his sister Karen Haberkorn-Fagan (Chester), three sons, including twins Michael (Allison) and David (Liz), and Steven (Elaine), all GPHS graduates, and six grandchildren. After graduating from the School of Hospitality Business at Michigan State University, Gary worked for Win Schuler’s, and later managed Top of the Sixes, a Stouffers restaurant located on the 41st floor of 666 Fifth Avenue in New York City. He returned to Detroit to open a bar and grill called Schillings on Mack in Grosse Pointe Farms before transitioning to a 30-year career in financial services, most recently as an Investment Advisor and Broker at Raymond James before retiring in April 2020. During his financial services career, Gary was a four-time Five Star Wealth Manager, the largest and most widely established award program in the financial services industry.
Gary was a devoted grandfather who delighted in showering his six grandchildren with the biggest, loudest, and most cherished toys during holidays, alongside gifts of time and meaningful moments. As a father, his straightforward nature often translated into unsolicited advice, especially regarding home renovation projects, a testament to his unique way of showing love. Gary will be fondly remembered for his blunt honesty, thoughtful gestures, and love for his friends and family.