Harry Kord

Harry Kord died peacefully July 18, 2015 at the age of 96. Beloved husband of the late Arda. Loving father of Ingrid (Thomas R. Kroeger) Kord-Kroeger and Ellen (Richard J. McAvinchey) Kord. Proud grandfather of Mark (Kellie) Kroeger. Great grandfather of Hailey, Hannah and Andrew Kroeger. Harry loved many things. He loved his family, and deeply appreciated the care and affection of his daughters, Ingrid and Ellen. He loved his garden, whether it be the variety of berries stashed behind the garage, the apple tree, or his roses. He was a physicist, a chess master, and a competitive bridge player. As a ranked chess master, he had few that could best him, and his chess game was something he looked forward to, and his challengers did not. He loved his countries, both Estonia and the United States, and was actively interested in their events and politics, reading Time and getting Estonian information until the end. Harry loved people. He always had a joke, a wink, and the offer of a book, a snack, or a drink to whoever came to visit. As a refugee and survivor of the devastation of his homeland and Europe, he appreciated America deeply, as those who come here often do. He was the patriarch of the local Estonian community, proud American citizen, and a true gentleman. The thing that he spent most of his time doing was watching sports. He participated in track in high school and loved watching the summer Olympics. He also loved tennis and golf, though he never played either. Tiger Woods was his guy. So it came as no surprise that Harry pulled off the passing that many guys embrace. Harry had lunch, came back to his room to watch the British Open, took a nap, and died peacefully in his sleep. God speed, Harry Kord. Rest in peace. You will be missed. Visitation Saturday 10 a.m. until the time of service 1 p.m. at the Wm. Sullivan & Son Funeral Home, 705 W 11 Mile Road (4 blocks E of Woodward), Royal Oak. Burial at Oakview Cemetery, Royal Oak. Memorials to the Disabled American Veterans or Estonian American National Council (EANC) are appreciated. Share your memories at www.sullivanfuneraldirectors.com.

Harry Kord

December 17, 1918 - July 18, 2015