McBain, Michigan - Alphonse "Al" Malin, of Marion, passed away on Friday, October 13, 2017 at the Autumnwood of McBain nursing home. He was 86.

Al was born, Alphonse Theodore Malinowski, on July 14, 1931, to Alfons and Lottie (Witkowski) Malinowski in Detroit, MI. He grew up in Memphis, MI and was a graduate of the Capac High School.  It was during this time when he met his high school sweetheart and love of his life, Doris Ann Clark.  The two were wed in holy matrimony on October 21, 1950; celebrating nearly 67 years together.  Shortly after becoming married, Al, was drafted to the United States Army during the Korean War.  After, proudly serving his country he returned home to Doris and began school at Ferris State Institute, studying in the architectural field.  In the late 50's Al and Doris settled in Clawson, MI, where they began a family of three children, Leon, Doreen and Denise.  Al made his living working with Lewis G. Redstone and Associates Architectural Firm retiring after numerous years of service. 

In 1973 the couple relocated to Marion, purchasing property and building a home.  Al continued to work downstate along with building a family campground in Marion, known to many as, Scenic Pine Lodge.  Al enjoyed the art of sculpting and loved passing the time making his next work of art out of anything he could find.  Al and Doris spent their lives dancing and loving music.  He could play several instruments but mostly enjoyed the organ, playing it daily for Doris and the kids growing up.  Holding many sing along's over the years.  Al and Doris loved to travel and to entertain, they enjoyed living life to the fullest together.

Al is survived by his wife, Doris, residing at Autumnwood of McBain; three children, Leon Malin of Marion, Doreen (Jim) Slater of Cadillac, and Denise (Kevin) Miller of Marion; six grandchildren, Ben ( Lauren) Ashmore, Daniel Malin, Jessica Miller, Jadin Miller, Jennifer Slater, and Stephanie Slater; one great-granddaughter, Presley Ashmore; two sisters, Belbina (Bill) Dishno of Colorado Springs, CO and Theresa Chandler of Mansfield, OH; as well as many other loving family members and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, a sister, Leona Morey, and a brother-in-law, George Chandler.

Visitation for friends and family will be held from 5:00 pm until 7:00 pm on Monday, October 16, 2017 at St, Agnes Catholic Church in Marion, with the visitation time concluding with the recitation of the rosary at 7:00 pm.  A Mass of Christian burial will take place at 11:00 am on Tuesday, October 17, 2017 also at St. Agnes Catholic Church.  Officiating will be Rev. Joseph Fix. Interment will be held at Greenwood Cemetery in Marion.

Memorial contributions may be directed to the Alzheimer's Association.

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