Joseph LeRoy Fillingham Obituary
We announce the death of Joseph LeRoy Fillingham (Lansing, Michigan), who passed away on October 29, 2026, at the age of 89. Joseph will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Joseph LeRoy Fillingham to pay them a last tribute.
Joseph will be remembered for the impact he had on the lives of those around him. Friends, family, and colleagues will cherish their memories and the time shared. Those who knew Joseph will remember moments of kindness, warmth, and presence. Though words cannot fully capture his life, the legacy of connections and experiences remains. Joseph’s absence will be deeply felt by those who valued his companionship.
He is survived by: his siblings, Rick, Chuck and Letha; his significant other Mary Ellen; his granddaughters, Jacklyn (Lee Green), Amanda (Alex Janeczek) and Elizabeth (Thomas Mazeika); and his daughter Mary Jo Frimodt (Steve). He is also survived by his granddaughters, great-granddaughters, siblings, nieces, and nephews.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, November 5th 2026 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the Palmer Bush & Jensen Delta Chapel (6301 W St Joseph St, Lansing, MI 48917). A graveside service will be held on Thursday, November 5th 2026 from 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM at the Delta Center Cemetery (7301 W St Joe Hwy, Lansing, MI 48917).
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Capital Area Humane Society.
