Mark James Billette

Mark Billette passed into the arms of the Lord at the age of 52, on Feb 13th, at his home in Holly Michigan. Mark entered the world on Dec 5th, 1969 and was born to James “Jim” and Marcia Billette at William Beaumont Hospital in Royal Oak, MI. Mark attended Bridgeport High School, but moved and graduated from Frankenmuth High School in 1988. Mark continued his studies and graduated from Delta College in 1991. He went on to study law at Purdue University Global, in 2014. In addition, he studied civil law at Kaplan University, and most recently was studying at The Real Estate Training Institute. Mark enjoyed hunting and fishing with his dad Jim. They took annual trips and enjoyed trout fishing in the Roscommon area. Mark also shared a love for boxing with his father and enjoyed golfing and card games with family. Mark was an animal activist, and a child abuse advocate. He founded and was the president of Brittney’s Ways Against Abuse (B.W.A.A), an organization he created in remembrance of his first-born daughter. Mark loved life, and most of all his children. Mark welcomed his first daughter Brittney into the world on March 10th 1992, and said his “see you laters”, on October, 17th 1993. Shortly after, Mark welcomed his first son James Billette in 1996, and they were joined by his second daughter Emily Billette in 2000. In 2019, Mark’s second son, Michael Billette, was born to him. Mark was an avid sports fan, and that was one of his favorite ways to spend time with his children. He was an exceptional father, and his children were always his priority. Mark is survived by his children James Billette (Rachael), of Rochester Hills, Emily Billette (Les) of Shelby Township, Michael Billette of Holly, sisters Lynne (David) Buhl, Teri (Joseph) Foltz, Kimberly (Jim) Matey, Christy (Rick) Curn, and many loving cousins, and nieces and nephews. Mark is preceded in death by his parents James and Marcia Billette, and daughter Brittney. The family has entrusted Dryer Funeral home for cremation, and a private celebration of life has been planned for a later date. In Lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to Dryer funeral home, toward the Mark Billette memorial fund. www.dryerfuneralhomeholly.com

Mark James Billette

December 5, 1969 - February 13, 2022