William A. Chmielewski

William “Bill” Andrew Chmielewski, 69, of Canton, Michigan passed away on October 26, 2025. Born in Detroit, Michigan, to William and Angeline Chmielewski, Bill built a life defined by faith, integrity and love for his family. He spent his entire career with General Motors, working in skilled trades in various positions. Always driven to learn and grow, he went on to earn his Master of Arts in Theology from SS. Cyril and Methodius Seminary in 2018 - a reflection of his deep faith and thoughtful nature. Bill participated in and donated his time to a number of organizations. He was a Scout Master with the Boy Scouts of America, an apheresis donor at the American Red Cross, an avid supporter of the Archdiocese of Detroit, and a lifelong member of the UAW. Bill had many passions that brought him happiness. He loved the peacefulness of the outdoors, frequently setting aside weekends dedicated to hunting, fishing, and tending to his cabin in the Upper Peninsula. He also enjoyed a number of creative outlets such as photography, playing saxophone in a polka band, woodworking, and was a season ticket holder of Broadway in Detroit since the age of eighteen. In recent years, he discovered a talent for cooking and became known among family and friends for his phenomenal meals. Above all, Bill cherished time spent with his family, especially his five grandchildren, who brought him endless pride and joy. He is survived by his beloved wife Maria Cynthia, son Andrew and daughter in law Amanda, son Timothy and daughter in law Julia, daughter Katherine and son in law Aaron, and his five grandchildren Stanley, William, Eleanor, Max and Lidia. Bill is also survived by his sister Vera and her husband Tom, and half-brother Al and his wife Penny. His steadfastness, generosity and unique sense of humor will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered by all who knew him. Visitation will be held on Friday, October 31st from 2 PM until 8 PM at Vermeulen-Sajewski Funeral Home, 46401 Ann Arbor Road West (Between Sheldon and Beck) Plymouth. The Rosary service will be Friday at 6 PM. Bill will lie in-state starting at 9 AM until the 10 AM Funeral Mass on Saturday, November 1st at St. Francis D’Assisi Catholic Church, 4500 Wesson Street, Detroit. Interment St. Hedwig Cemetery, Dearborn Heights. Memorial contributions may be made to the St. Francis D’Assisi – St. Hedwig Parish, 3245 Junction Street, Detroit, MI 48210. To share a memory, please use the Share a Memory tab on this webpage.

William A. Chmielewski

June 24, 1956 - October 26, 2025