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October 27, 2025
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Eugene Joseph Marcinak, 83, of Vero Beach, Florida and Marine City, Michigan passed away on Tuesday, October 21, 2025. He was born in Hamtramck, Michigan to the late Joseph and Stella Marcinak.
Gene was a graduate of Hamtramck High School and Central Michigan University. After a few starter jobs he spent his entire working career at Chrysler Corporation in Information Technology (IT), beginning in the early days of computers until his retirement in 2001. He was always on the leading edge of computer and security technologies, retiring as head of Corporate Computer Security Worldwide.
Gene loved the outdoors: hunting, fishing, boating, and golf. He always said that he was a better boater than a golfer and he was. He loved boating and his boating vacations in northern Lake Huron. He thoroughly enjoyed the time he took his boat north on the Intracoastal Waterway from Vero Beach to his home in Michigan. Additionally, he was an excellent bowler.
He had a great sense of humor, loved a good time and was a good friend to many. He will be missed! He was a long-time member of Grand Harbor Golf & Beach Club, Vero Beach, FL; St. Clair Golf Club, St. Clair, MI; and the Grosse Pointe Yacht Club, Grosse Pointe Shores, MI.
Gene is survived by his loving second wife of 42 years, Prudence McIntosh, and his loving daughters, Karen Marcinak and Kathryn Marcinak.
A Visitation will be held 9:30-11:00 a.m., Monday, October 27, 2025, with a Prayer Service immediately following at 11:00 a.m., at Thomas S. Lowther Funeral Home & Crematory, 1655 27th Street, Vero Beach, FL 32960.
Arrangements are by Thomas S. Lowther Funeral Home & Crematory, Vero Beach.
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John B McIntosh - Brother in Law
October 23, 2025, 9:05 pm
I love an obituary that makes us smile in the face of great sadness. Gene’s personal assessment of his golf skills versus his boating skills made me laugh out loud. Gene was always the nicest person in the room, and we always looked forward to our next visit. Love. John Mc
Joan irvine - Grand Harbor Neighbor and friend
October 24, 2025, 12:54 am
Prudy and family, Our deepest condolence to you for the passing Gene. May you find peace and loving memories.Sincerely, Joan & Art Irvine
Diane Palazzola - Sister to Kathy’s partner John Habner
October 24, 2025, 1:11 am
There are no words to help ease the pain of losing your father, but know that you are in my thoughts and prayers as you go through this difficult time. So very sorry.
Steve Bill - Friends and Family ♡
October 24, 2025, 3:32 am
I would like to send my prayers to family and friends of Gene. I have some good memories growing up hanging out with the family. Rest in peace Gene. I know you will be missed. Hugs
David Warren - Friend
October 24, 2025, 2:46 pm
Gene was a good friend and someone who would always make me feel good when I was around him. We worked together on some fun projects at Grand Harbor and he was great to spend time with and shared many laughs. Deep condolences to Prudy and his family!
Vicki Dinverno - Friends
October 24, 2025, 3:25 pm
Prudy, We are so deeply sorry to hear of Genes passing. He will be truly missed by all of us “old” golfers at St Clair Golf club. We so enjoyed listening to Genes stories. Know that you are in our thoughts and prayers and that Gene is having his best golf game ever now! Love and prayers to you and your family. Jim and Vicki Dinverno
Laura Fioretti - Family friend
October 24, 2025, 3:34 pm
I am so sorry. My heart goes out to you all. We all have fun beautiful memories. Love you guys.
Bill Bell - Coworker at Chrysler
October 24, 2025, 4:26 pm
Dear Prudy and Family, very sorry to learn of your loss. As you know, Gene and I didn’t always see eye-to-eye at Chrysler but thankfully we reconciled and parted as friends. Glad to see he had 24 years of retired life, full of fun, I’m sure. Bill Bell
Ann Peterson - Good Friend
October 27, 2025, 1:35 pm
Karen I am so sorry for your loss…I will always remember our trip to Vero tand Rita’s o see your father. Great memories ❤️
Ken & Pat Quint - Friends
October 27, 2025, 1:35 pm
Gene was a special, complex, fun person. I spent many years working at Chrysler with Gene as a close friend and smart tech. resource. He was always fun to work with and to be with socially. Gene and Prudy were always fun to be with and were generous friends! He was just a great guy! He will be missed! Ken & Pat Q.
Patrice Mantovani - Friend
October 28, 2025, 1:49 am
Karen, my heart goes out to you. I hope you are surrounded by the warmth and comfort of family and friends at this time. May your father enjoy eternal rest and may the perpetual light shine upon his soul.