John E. Held Obituary
The passing of John E. Held of Rochester Hills, Michigan leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on January 4, 2026 at the age of 88. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of John E. Held to show support.
Though John has departed this earthly realm, his legacy endures — a legacy of love that will continue to illuminate the lives of family and friends in the darkest of hours. May his spirit soar on wings of eternal peace, forever cherished in the tender embrace of memory.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Ernest Peter and Clara Louise Held (Phillipp). He is survived by: his sister Eileen Charlotte Stine (Gene); his children, Erick Held, Katie Priskorn (David) and Paul Held (Kris Ostrander); and his grandchildren, Jordan and Shane. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews.
Memorials are appreciated to Our Shepherd Lutheran Church (https://ourshepherd.net) to benefit the school scholarship fund (ASSIST).
