John Mintline, known for his years at the Farmington Hills K-Mart, died at 82 on March 10. Family, friends, and community members will gather for cemetery prayers on March 16 at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery in Southfield.
John Mintline, a familiar face to many in Farmington Hills, died on March 10 at age 82. His death was confirmed at Henry Ford West Bloomfield Hospital, according to local announcements. No independent public record has been found to verify further details.
Mintline spent years working at the Farmington Hills K-Mart, where he became a steady presence for both staff and shoppers. While there are no official employment records available from the city or county, those who knew him remember his reliability and work ethic. He was respected by colleagues and customers alike.
Funeral arrangements for March 16
Cemetery prayers for John Mintline will be held Tuesday, March 16, at 9:30 a.m. in the Holy Sepulchre Cemetery Chapel at 25800 W. Ten Mile Rd. in Southfield. Fr. David Tomaszycki from Our Lady of Sorrows Parish will lead the service. The community is welcome to attend and pay their respects. Holy Sepulchre Cemetery serves families from Farmington Hills, Southfield, and the wider Oakland County area.
Family and community ties
Mintline is survived by his brother Thomas, sister-in-law Patricia, nephews Michael and Timothy, and niece Michelle Brown. He was also closely connected to the Community Living Centers family in Farmington, reflecting his ties to local support organizations. Community Living Centers provides residential and support services to adults with developmental disabilities in the area.
Those wishing to honor Mintline's memory can make memorial contributions to Community Living Centers in Farmington. The organization was important in his life, and donations will help support its work.
Remembering a steady presence
John Mintline was born in Saginaw on May 25, 1938, to John and Dorothea (Rippburger) Mintline. He spent most of his life in Michigan and became a fixture in Farmington Hills. His years at K-Mart and involvement with Community Living Centers made him a familiar part of daily life in the area.
Community members are invited to keep John and his family in their thoughts. For those interested in a lasting tribute, a memorial tree can be planted in his honor through the Tree Store, as mentioned in the family's announcement.
Mintline's life shows the quiet impact of people who stay committed to their work and community. As residents gather to remember him, his example of steady involvement and care for others remains part of Farmington Hills' story.
