William E. Linfoot

William E. Linfoot Age 87, of Northville, passed away January 31, 2010. He was born October 2, 1922 in Frankfurt, Kentucky to William E. and Iola D. (Riley) Linfoot.  He proudly served in the U.S. Marine Corps during WWII.  He was united in marriage to  Harriet E. (Moore) on March 1, 1947, and they spent 59 loving years together until her death in 2007.  William, a retired foreman with Chrysler, attended services at First Presbyterian Church of Northville. He was a member of the Masons and Shriner’s.   He loved his family, especially his daughter and granddaughters.  William had a very sharp mind and was very generous.  He enjoyed watching old movies, playing cards, and gardening.  He also loved his wife’s Southern Cooking. He is survived by his beloved daughter Linda (David) Draper; and his granddaughters Danielle and Olivia.  He was also loved by many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife, his parents, 1 brother and 4 sisters.  The visitation will be held Thursday, February 4, 2010 from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m. at Casterline Funeral Home, Inc. 122 W. Dunlap, Northville.  A Funeral Service will be held Friday, February 5, 2010 10 a.m. with visitation beginning 9:30 a.m. at First Presbyterian Church, 200 E. Main St., Northville.  Rev. Kent Clise and Rev. James Russell will officiate the service.  He will be laid to rest at Rural Hill Cemetery in Northville.  In lieu of flowers the family would appreciate memorial contributions to Shriner Hospital for Children, 2900 Rocky Point Dr., Tampa, FL 33607 or American Heart Assoc., 24445 Northwestern Hwy., Southfield, MI 48075.

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