Dad Steve
He works really hard to make my life happy and safe. He shows me how much he loves me by keeping a roof over my head,food in my tummy, and showing me love and patience. I love when we get to spend lots of time together on the weekends. We play really hard, all day long. If I fall Daddy says “Brush it off” and then kisses my boo-boo. We watch the Red Wings and Pistons together until my bedtime.Daddy and I love sports. Everyday Daddy teaches me, loves me, laughs with me, and helps me. That is why he is my hero. (this was written with the help of my Mom :)
Sam (15months) • Berkley

Dad Roger Watkins
He is the most supportive, loving person I know. He’s been through so much in the past few years and would love to show him some fun. He LOVES BASEBALL games!:)
Shelley Watkins • Berkley

Dad Oscar Romero-Perez
I am 3 years old and my daddy is my hero because he scares the monsters away. He is my best friend too even though he doesn’t always like to play. He is also tall so I will always look up to him as my hero and my friend.
Isabella • Birmingham

Dad Shambling
I have been in sports since the first grade. My father has always been my biggest supporter. I started playing softball in the first grade and have played since. Softball is a aggressive intense game that requires quick reaction and physical endurance. When dad brought the game of golf into my life it was a great balance between softball. Golf and Dad taught me patience, strong mental focus and personal insight. Dad used golf to bring me to a different mental point to help balance softball and golf and all of my life. I loveDad.
Lane • Birmingham

Dad Brad Hyde
He’s the one, who’s there through everything, He’s the one, who cares about me, He comes to all my games, He tells me I am great, He is my hero, when I am all alone, He tucks me in, And kisses me goodnight, He tells when I’m wrong, Even when it might hurt me, He knows what’s best, Even though it might not be the easiest path to take, He wants to give me everything I need, to be the best I can be, When I cry, he’s the one who I can count on, To tell me everything’s alright, He’s my hero, my perfect dad,
Kelsey Hyde • Bloomfield Hills

Brett McEwen
He always stayed overnight at the hospital with me during my surgeries and illnesses. No matter how tired my daddy is when he gets home from work, he dances with me every night.
Elana McEwen • Bloomfield Hills

Dad Paul Jordan
He raised me all by himself. When I was two, my mother left and from then on, it’s just been me and my dad. I continue to thank him and be grateful for him being a single parent and still being able to provide a roof over my head, clothes on my back, and food at the table. All he does is shower me with love and still continues to support me from day to day.
Gina Jordan • Center Line

Dad Karl Melange
He always finds special time to spend with my brother and I even if he is tired. He takes time to teach us new things to help us. My dad is my hero because he always tries his best to make things happy for us after he lost his job last year and we didn’t have any money. It was really hard to get through but he puts a smile on his face every day and shows that we will survive whatever happens and be okay and not be afraid. My dad is awesome and I love him very much!!!
Kirsten Melange • Center Line

Dad Mark Willis
He has always been there for me. From the time i was seven year old and he carried me around because i broke my arm, until now. I am now 16 years old, and a mother. Throughout my whole pregnancy my dad was 100% supportive and took care of me. He took the time to ask me how I was feeling and what it felt like to almost be a parent. Even though his schedule was completely filled with work, cleaning, bills, and helping my mother with her jobs. My dad is and always will be my hero for caring for me in the hardest of times, loving me sincerely, and spoiling me, even now!
Samantha Willis • Center Line

Richard Moeller
My daddy is my hero because he goes to work everyday, and I miss him yet he still goes. He plays with me and my sister and we wrestle and he can’t catch me. He puts me to sleep and reads me books. He does it better then mommy. He stays longer and sings me songs. He kisses me and loves me. I just learned how to ride my bike with NO Training wheels b/c my daddy took them off and taught me how to stop and go. I love my Daddy.
Anna Moeller • Center Line

Dad Brian Stidwill
Brian Stidwill, my dad is my hero. Dad loves and cares for me very much. Dad has taught me all about boats, cars and how to shoot a bow and arrow just some of the things we do together. But dad is my hero because he is always there when I need him with homework, sports, or just listen when I have a problem. I can talk to my dad about anything, and I know no matter what he will always love me.
Emily Stidwill • Clawson

Dad George Pointer
My papa is my hero because he saves people. He helps our community because is a policeman. When I grow up I want to be just like him. He watches over all the bad guys at the jail. He has a cool police car that no one else has. It goes to car shows. He also has a small car that looks like his that I used to ride in. He is cool. I love him and he loves me. My papa will always be my hero.
Austin Moore • Clinton Township

Dad Robert Reidinger
My dad is my hero because he raised myself and two sisters since i was 6months old . i am now 28 and my dad was killed 2 years ago by a train on 4th of july. he was the most amazing person i know i love and miss him more each day. if i don’t win please put something in paper for fathers day.. r.i.p “my dad” robert reidinger
Lauren Reidinger • Clinton Township

Dad Mike Foley
My dad is my hero because he loves me and takes care of my cuts and wounds.Also my dad loves me for who i am to him it does not matter if my socks dont match or if my hair is not brushed. In addition he also helps me with my homework and makes my life a lot easier and happier.If my dad was not my dad I can not imagine my life without my dad. That is why my dad is my hero.
Sierra Foley • Clinton Township

Dad William Rattee Jr.
A hero is a role model, a person who makes you smile. My Hero is my Dad. He is a hard worker, loving, and helpful person. My Dad has taught me to look to the future and prepare as much as possible. At a young age he cut grass for neighbors to make a little money, so he could start a petting farm. He pursued his goal. My Dad having a hard-working attitude continued to work towards a new goal and that was to have a family and own his own business. You may have super heroes, but I have a REAL-LIFE SUPER HERO, MY DAD!!!
Sally Rattee • Clinton Township

Dad Brad Coons
He buys nice stuff for me, and because he loves me, and my brother, and baby sister. He leaves work early to coach my t- ball games. When we play batman he always lets me be batman and he beez the joker, and we love him so much. Every night when he gets home he makes silly faces and makes me smile and giggle. wrote by: Brendan-age 5 Brady-age 3 Alyssa-age 5 months
Brendan, Brady and Alyssa Coons • Clinton Township

Dad James Shay
He spends all his time defending our freedom. He has been in the army all of my life and I am very proud of what he does and what he stands for. But it keeps him away from our family a lot. In the last 6 years he has spent 4 and a half years in Iraq. We miss him a lot but I understand why he does it and it makes me proud. When he is home with us he is a great dad and very fun. Not only is he my hero but he is a hero for everyone in America.
Dylan Shay • Clinton Township

Dad Alexander Hawkins
He is the most understanding person I know. I am a 16 year old in my third year of high school and i will admit that I’m not always the easiest person to deal with. But I have come to learn that I have to get my act together and appreciate my father because none of my friends have their father to help them as much as my dad do. I am not the only child and thats what makes him even better, I have 2 older sisters, 2 younger sisters and 2 younger brothers and yet he makes it his job to treat us all the same! No one is his favorite. Whenever any one of us needs anything, He gets it for us. No matter how big or small, he makes a way to make it happen. He is truly understanding beyond belief! Like i mentioned earlier, I might not be so easy to get along with sometimes but he truly does it. I am at that point in life where sometimes i think i know everything and may even think im too grown to listen. But he never turns his back on me, and he never raises his voice. Thats why I love him so much. My dad is my hero and I truly want to be like him when I grow up! Hardworking, understanding trustworthy, and the best man I know!!
Shammar Watkins • Detroit

Dad Anthony Hauser
My dad is my hero because he takes good care of me. He works long hours but still plays with me, even when he’s tired. He taught me how to catch the baseball with my mitt so it won’t hit my face. He takes me to my favorite Tigers and Pistons games & always tries to get good seats so I can see the game. He always makes our yard look beautiful. He likes to cuddle on the couch & tells me he loves me. He always tries to make our family happy, and Mom and I love him very much.
Anthony Hauser, Age 6 • Eastpointe

Dad Dave Hale
He has been raising me as his own since I was 6 months old. My real father denyed me fr the last thirteen years and my dad has been here for me and my brothers through thick and thin. He is the best, it takes a lot for a person to take care and raise someone elses child.
Teianna Agents • Eastpointe

Dad Ken Germain
My dad is my hero because he is a police officer, and he helps the city so it’s a better and safe place. He saved another policeman’s life in Detroit, too. At my house he fixes things and cuts the lawn. He comes to my special days at school, and he plays with me a lot. He teaches me how to play sports, but he mostly says that the biggest thing I need to know is that you can’t give up and you need to keep trying. I love my dad hero!
Kenny Germain • Farmington

Dad Robert Bushart
He’s “stepped up to the plate”. Our mother had a stroke a year and half ago and after 55 years of marriage and being taken care of, he’s learned to take care of all the daily household duties and take care of our mom.
Mary Kay Stevenson • Farmington

Dad Mark Buckhave
He works very hard for our family, he took me to the Father/Daughter dance and taught me the Macarena, and he always plays with me and my brother Tommy. He helps us out when we are sad or hurt. Our Daddy is the best!
Dana Buckhave • Farmington Hills

Dad Harold “Jake” White
He has been fighting death since 1989. He has beaten every adversity that has come along, (and that is alot)always with a “Positive attitude.” He recently lost his right leg above the knee. He is learning to walk on the prosthetic leg and has alot of pain, but still practices & exercises every day, all with his great attitude. My dad taught me to work on cars, to do electrical, plumbing, carpentry and to use all the tools in his garage. He has vast knowledge and patience. Now that he is 79, he can’t quite do what he used to do, but at least MY HERO is still here, I Love him so.
Paula Mullan • Farmington Hills

Dad Richard Sarfoh
My dad is my hero because he always if im very sick he will never get mad at me no matter if i get in trouble at school. Even at my football games i can hear him cheering for me and supporting me and thats why my dad is my hero love,Andre Dimitri Sarfoh.
Andre Dimitri Sarfoh • Farmington Hills

Dad Jody Hill Sr.
I can always honestly say when i need my father he is there. My father is a person that I can always talk to when I have a problem, with something is going on that I find uncomfortable, that I dont like. Last but not least my father shows that he loves me. And I no that because although he doesn’t have it all he do the best he can for me and my siblings. And that’s why my father Jody Hill Sr. is my hero!!!
Toi Hill • Ferndale

Dad William Morrison
He has been my buddy for the past four years On my Mircle League team and this year he is my coach. My Dad taught me to play the game of base ball. He cheers for me and all of my friends. My mom saids he helped me come out of my shell. I’m talking more and he reads to me at night. He takes me to see sports events and he is always having me try new things. My dad makes me feel proud of the things I can do.. He is my hero.
Jonathan P Mayberry • Ferndale

Dad Robert Jones
My brother passed away from cancer on may 4 2009. My dad took care of him everyday. Making my brother fight to try to overcome the cancer. My dad was at his bedside for months without a complaint. Staying up days without sleep. Helping my brother with the feeding tubes and helping him in the bath. Staying with him when he spent alot of time in the hosital. I couldnt have asked for a better father as i have in my dad. He is always there when you need him. I know my brother is smiling down upon my dad for all he did for him.
Karen Jones • Ferndale

Dad Nick Lasky
My Dad is my Hero because. By: Elaina Lasky This may sound like I’m over exaggerating when I say I think EVERYONE should meet my dad Nick, but seriously, I think EVERYBODY should meet Nick. Nick has so many special qualities that I can’t name them all!! I’ll say the most important. Nick is very kind by saying nice things, he’s smart, I can tell that because he helps me with my homework. Nick is also funny, he tells me many good jokes, and he is extremely wise, I can so tell that because he gives ton of good advice. Nick and I have many good memories. I’ll say the ones that we do often. Nick and I both love to watch UFC, sometimes we’ll want different people than each other but we both enjoy watching UFC. We also both enjoy swimming in Lake St. Clair, like while we’re swimming, I’ll go grab a football and we throw that to each other. Nick has many things that I like about him. I’m just going to name a couple such as being helpful. Nick always helps around the house when it comes to turning the lights off, or rinsing the dishes, even fixing things! He is also very caring and helpful. While we are playing outside he watches me and my siblings and make sure we don’t get hurt. Nick is my hero because he is fighting a terminal brain cancer called Glio Blastoma, two other brain cancers, he suffered a stroke, and a few seizures and still fighting today. He is my hero because he is fighting for his family and himself. Now you see why I think EVERYONE should meet my dad Nick. I say that because he has many special qualities, you can share many great memories, and he has many things that you can like about him.
Elaina Lasky • Fort Gratiot

Dad Al Smigielski
He takes us to Mcdonald’s every friday and lets us play. He also give’s us alot of hugs and kisses and always watches the Red Wings games with us on the weekends. We love you daddy and you are #1 in our eyes.
Kayla and Brendan Smigielski • Fraser

Dad John Zalewski
My dad is my hero because his life defines the true meaning of the word. A hero is someone who is self-less and does anything to help others for the good of mankind. That is exactly what my father does. He works himself to the farthest limits in order to help his family and he never asks for anything in return. He makes me want to be a better person and he truly is the most self-less, generous, caring, and faithful person i know. I am immensly blessed to call him my father. I wish there was more than one day a year, in June for me to honor him and let him know how much i love him. i love you Dad. Without you i wouldn’t even be here.
Sarah Zalewski • Fraser

Dad Robert Logan
We’re Kyle and Justin, 12 and 11. Our dad is our hero because he loves us and takes care of us. Our dad works hard but has been laid off, which upsets him but not us because we see him more. Our dad thinks he’s not smart, but he is. He knows how to do everything, like build houses. He teaches us a lot. Like playing baseball, using tools, and sportsmanship. We love the Tigers. My dad’s Tiger is Inge, ours is Cabrera. It would be great to win tickets to a game to show him he’s our hero. Thanks.
Kyle and Justin Logan • Fraser

Dad Anthony Difatta Sr.
He is always there for me. And he is my softball coach and he is a good coach. He teaches me how to be a bettter softball player. And most of all he loves me sooooooo much. :)
Jade Difatta • Harrison Township

Dad Larry Sargent
I believe in him and I learn so much from him.I have alays wanted to be like my dad.He is the most important thing in my life and I cherish that.
David Sargent • Hazel Park

Dad Larry Sargent
He is always been next to me.When I got my booster shot,and when I was in trouble.That is why I want my dad to win and if he does not win it will make me very sad.
Megan Sargent • Hazel Park

Dad Jeffrey Krzesimowski
My dad is my hero for so many reasons.No person in this world could replace my dad. Hes always thier for me. hes the only person in this world i can rely on 100%. i can tell him anything .hes the greatest father any kid could ask for. if i didnt have him i dont know what i would do or how i would survive and live. their isn’t much i can do for him so when i seen this i wanted to do something i knew would make him smile.
Nicholas Krzesimowski • Macomb

Dad Brian Marlett
He is smart, honest and helpful. He takes me to 7-11 to get slurpees and he always plays with me when he gets home from work. If I fall off my scooter he hugs me and gets me a band aid. When I play good at soccer he yells out loud “Yeah, good job”. I love my dad, he is a cool dad!
Andrew • Macomb

Dad Brian Marlett
B is for Brave R is for Reliable I is for Intelligent A is for Awesome N is for Nice My dad is all that and more!
Jessica (2 years old) • Macomb

Dad Jeffrey Samulski
My Dad works 2 jobs so Mom can be home with my sisters and me, yet he always finds time for school events and even some field trips with us. We are planting a veggie garden now too. I can tell Dad gets worried about paying the bills and buying food and then he gets crabby. Maybe a ball game would help him relax and smile!
Hadkey Samulski • Macomb

Dad Kenneth Crutchfield
My dad is my hero because he loves me.He my mentor my adviser and my guide. My dad dad is my hero becaus he tels me right from wrong and even thought i dont like it, he is always right that is why my dad is not only my hero but my super hero.
Freeda Crutchfield • Macomb

Dad Kenneth Crutchfield
My daddy is my hero because i love him and he love me sooo much and he buy me stuff and read my book and is nice that why he is my hero.
Kenneth Crutchfield ll • Macomb

Dad John
He can fight bad guys and he buys me danimals crush cups when we grocery shop for Mommy. He will make me feel better when I swollow a gobstopper. He will go down the basement with me to play hockey and take me to open skate when there’s nothing to do. I love my Dad. He’s the best Daddy I’ve ever seen in the whole world. I love Mommy too. Hayden 4 yrs. Old.
Hayden • Macomb

Dad Joseph Amormino
He showed me good ways to live my life by just living his life as an example.He taught me to be responsible, accountable and to be punctual. He taught me to save and to live within our means. He showed me to put family on top and to be proud of our heritage. Lastly, he showed the value of setting time aside to relax and have fun. My Dad is my hero and will always be. He died Aug. 2008 and is missed very much.
Diane Amormino Webster • Macomb

Dad David Hart
Our dad is our hero because he loves us unconditionally.And no matter what he is always patient with us.our dad is always working so he can put food on our table. Also he spends as much time with us as possible. our dad loves sports, so we would all love it if he won these tiger tickets!!!!!
Samantha, David and Shea Hart • Macomb

Dad Edward Delgado
My dad is my hero because he loves me and cares about me. He also went to war for 15 months, and all of his wars he went to was almost three years. I felt that he would protect me from any danger and he did! Since he retired from the army he started playing with us more, like buying more toys and making us go placing and I enjoy that alot, we all do actually. Two more things I would like to tell you is that when we go somewhere he actually makes it fun for me, my baby sister, mom and brother. And the other thing is that he invites us everywhere even to his friends house we like that because now we can spend more time with him and show him our talents and other things. Now since he retired he listens to us more often and that is why MY DAD IS MY HERO TO ME!
Marissa Delgado • Macomb

Kenneth Kozlowski
My dad is my hero because he throws me up in the air all the time. He is like a giant and I go really high in the sky. My dad plays baseball, basketball, hockey, football and soccer with me. He coaches me at hockey so I can be a pro hockey player when I grow up. My dad is the best dad in the world— even my best friend thinks so.
Justin Michael Kozlowski- 6 years old • Macomb

Dad Mike DiGirolamo
My dad is my hero because he helps me with my homework,goes with us on bike rides around the block,and is very funny. He works very hard, but always finds time to take care of my sister and me.
Nicole DiGirolamo • Macomb

Dad Nino Mangiapane
He has Crohn’s disease and is tired a lot. He still plays with me, wrestles with me, takes me places and teaches me things like soccer and baseball. My dad is teaching me to be the best big brother to my sisters and a good helper for my Mama. He’s also my best friend, and I know I am his best friend because he tells me!
Joey Mangiapane • Macomb

Dad Joseph Rysiewicz
He loves me. He helps me everyday.He is the best dad ever.
Miranda Rysiewicz • Macomb

Dad Todd Zieleniewski
My dad is a stay at home Dad! He is the greatest! He gave up his job to take care of me when I was born two years ago and now he takes care of my little sister, too. My Dad goes to play dates with me...even though he is the only dad there! He is never even embarrassed...he is so proud to be a Dad! He takes me to Story Time at the library, music class and doesn’t even watch TV the whole day! That must be hard! And you know, Dads love TV. He interacts with me constantly, reads with me and puts myself and my newborn sister first! I am so lucky that he is a stay at home Dad. He even cooks dinner for the family! We laugh constantly and have so much fun. I am the luckiest boy in Michigan to have the fantastic Dad that I have.
Roman Zieleniewski • Macomb

Dad Gilbert O. Danz III
MY dad is a hero because he was always there for me. The second thing was he played baseball with me and my brother. Plus he was funny because he was the king of pranks in the family, know I am. The greatest thing about my dad is he always told the truth. In memory of my daddy 12/5/79—09/10/08
Lillian Danz • Macomb Township

Dad Brian Silvani
While my mommy works two jobs to support all of us, my daddy plays ball with me in the grass, wrestles with me in the house, reads me books, and is helping me to prepare for preschool in the fall.
Alyxzandrya Silvani • Macomb Township

Dad Bill Shivas
He helps my boo-boo’s get better. My Daddy makes me laugh and plays dolls with me really silly by making crazy voices. He put me on his shoulders to watch fireworks at Disneyworld. Daddy calls me his Sunshine & Princess. I love his silly songs about bananas, too. He tries to spend as much time as he can with me, even when he has homework to do after work. I love you with all my heart, Daddy!
Allison Shivas (age 5) • Macomb Township

Dad David Cole
Even though he’s not my real dad he’s been my dad since i was 3 so he really is my dad. he takes good care of my mom and me and spoils us. thats why he’s my hero and im proud of that.
Evelynn Shubin-Cortez • Madison Heights

Dad Jeremy Mckellar
Because i love him, and he takes care of me, he kisses my boo boos and tells me i am ok, and he plays with me all the time.
Saige Mckellar • Madison Heights

Dad Andy Kubiak
I’m just 6-months-old, but my Daddy is already my hero. Daddy and I do many fun things together. We go for stroller rides, play silly games, roll around, shop at Lowes, and snuggle up on the couch to watch all the games. Daddy even lets me hold the remote! According to Mommy, life can’t always be fun and games, so Daddy is right there all those times too. He always makes sure I have a full belly, clean diaper, warm blankie, and anything else I need. And at the end of each day, Daddy holds me in his arms and rocks me to sleep. For all the fun we have, and all the love we share, my Daddy is my hero! Happy 1st Father’s Day Daddy!
Love, your baby girl, Kylie
Kylie Marie Kubiak • Madison Heights

Dad Brad Goulding
My daddy is my hero because he takes good care of me and changes my diaper without mommy telling him too.
Braden Goulding • Madison Heights

Dad Chris Marinos
Our dad is our hero because of the sacrifices he makes and the hard work he does to provide for his family and those he cares about. He always puts others before himself. Even with all the extra hours he works, he still finds time to help with homework, spend time with the family, and take care of chores around the house. With such a busy schedule, it’s hard to keep up with your kids and what’s going on in their lives; but our dad manages to find time to bond with us and maintain a healthy, caring relationship, and that is why we love him.
Mike and Michelle Marinos • Northville

Dad Jim Burcar
He always likes to do things with me. He loves to ride bikes and we go for LONG bike rides all over. He takes me fishing and we fly kites. He loves Disney World and we do all of the scary roller coasters together. We love Expedition Everest He takes me to Daddy Daughter Dances and buys me a coursage, He went to a Me and My Guy Girl Scout Camping Trip. He tells jokes that are not funny - but I laugh anyhow - to make him as happy as he makes me! I love my daddy!
Katelyn Burcar • Rochester

Brian Hunter
My Dad is my hero because he’s my Mr. Incredible! Not only do they look insanely alike, but, they have similar heroic characteristics. For instance, Daddy can accomplish any mission big or small. If I spent a day as him, I know I could do anything, because of all the hard work he does! Another example is whenever I need him I know he’ll always be there, to catch my back if I fall. So, the final characteristic of why my Dad is a hero is because I can tell that he loves me a bunch!
Jamie Hunter • Rochester

Dad Vijay
He helps me with my homework, and packs my lunch and most of all...he loves me!
Kristen (7 years old) • Rochester

Dad Lothar Janicke
He will take his time to help our family. He tries to work his hardest because of this hard economy. He helps me with my homework and if he doesn’t understand it he doesn’t just give up, he investigates until he finds the right answer for me. I will love him always! And thats why he’s my hero!
Florencia Janicke • Rochester Hills

Dad Rich Osterhout
He gets me ready to go to school in the morning. I love my dad! He helped me plant some trees in the backyard that I grew in a milk carton at school! I think my dad is the best dad in the world! Whenever my dog gets sprayed by a skunk my dad gives her a bath! My dad is #1!
Diane Osterhout • Rochester Hills

Dad E. Edwarda
My Dad is my Hero I’m a fifty-three year old woman. I start with that and hope that you will continue to read as I feel I have something important to say. I would never want to deprive a child from winning this contest. I once won this contest as a child. One week ago today a friend called me and said she was going to Gibraltar to get her tattoo her boyfriend was giving her as a birthday gift. She wanted me to tag along and when I arrived she gave me money from her tax refund so I could also get one (a belated birthday gift to me). After looking at a half dozen possibilities I decided on the Detroit Tigers “D” on my right arm. I was telling the story to the artist of how my father took me to games. I am a die hard tigers fan. I’d like to be the first one at the game, the last to leave no matter the score. I grew up in the Tigers/Sparky Anderson era. Anything was possible to me with the Tigers and there was nothing like the vendor shouting “peanuts, popcorn”, the cola and the best hot dogs in the world. Any real ballpark fan can tell you the best hotdogs are at the ball park. My father would sit in the den, watch T.V. from his “granddaddy’s chair” as it came to be known - “recliner” and have his transistor radio on next to him. I think that radio only got three stations- the weather, jazz and the tigers. You wouldn’t dare walk in even if you thought he was so tired from work (retired manager from the postal service), from doing his yard - which most people swear he worked on everyday and helping my mother (his wife of 54 years when he passed away). There were three girls in my family, no sons; I think I was his tomboy. Between following him to his softball league games from work - or going to a Tigers game or listening to it echo through the house from the den, I always wanted to be around baseball. We lived next to an alley and some of the neighborhood kids would come and we played ball in the alley. So as a little girl I wrote an essay about my hero - my father and received a family pack of Tigers tickets. I don‘t recall if it was through my elementary school or the newspaper, but my mother (a retired schoolteacher who hoarded papers, report cards and such) probably still has that letter. When I read the ad in the Eastsider thoughts, memories, and emotions just went pouring on the paper. Now a little about my father. He suffered a stroke three years before he passed away (2000) from said illness. It was so bad the surgeons had to perform a surgery they said he would probably not be able to walk or talk before of. His short term memory was affected, but those doctors didn’t know my father was a fighter. He did walk with assistance and he did talk though not always coherently. My father was a firm believer in four things: 1)his religion 2)hard work 3)education 4)family He helped anyone he could to better themselves. If you would work at something earnestly with your own two hands, then you had four with his help. Whether a spare dollar / or place to sleep or helping to find employment. My father drove 40 miles one way to get my daughter (his only granddaughter) and a friend to drive them to them to and from the accelerated high school she attended which was down the street from his home. He did this until she graduated. My son was a teen when my dad got sick. He had already dropped out of high school to become a statistic. In the hospital one day my son was visiting and we asked my dad if he recognized his grandson. He smiled a smile that always lit up the room and said yes. He looked at my son and said “Get your ABC’s”. We all knew what he meant. Even if expressing it was difficult he found a way to let you know what he needed to say. My father was a litigator for dozens of cases involved with management, housing, equal rights, unions and spoke out for people whose voices may not otherwise be heard. After his stroke there came out an article where a case he fought and won. We laughed that he was sill helping people and didn’t know it. He was a firm believer of working if you were able, being honest and kind - making your word and name stand for something but most importantly begin with God and Family. He believed in all three of his daughters. We all attended college and went our separate ways in life. My son, a father now of 2 boys and one girl, says often how he wishes his granddad could pass on wisdom - especially for protecting that little girl from the hurt and pains of dating and such. He wishes as a teen he had sat still long enough to soak up wisdom while his grandfather could teach him. My son received his G.E.D one month after my father passed away. I said all this to say like Michelangelo’s work, my father was sculpted with care and precision. He was an original. I am still in awe of him. As a little girl I knew the man of the house was the “daddy” I was proud of. Now, some forty-odd years later I can state with conviction, my daddy was a “man” I am proud of. He was a force to be reckoned with. I’m still proud of him. His is still my Hero. Thank you for your time and consideration. Sincerely, Anita May.
Anita May • Roseville

Dad Michael Dreyer
He is at every soccer game my brother and I have. Also, he comes to my cheerleading competitions. Finally, he is the leader of my brother’s Cub Scout den. He helps my brother and I with homework. First, the most he helps with is math. When we do not understand our homework he explains it to us. My dad is always the calm, collected one. When my nana was in the hospital he kept telling us that it was just from stress. Also when my papa died he was there for us when we were sad.
Ashley Dreyer • Roseville

Dad James Duvall, Jr
Our dad is more than our hero, he’s our teacher and our protection. Our dad is there for us every minute of our life, supporting us 100%. When it comes to kids picking on us or trouble with our homework, our dad is there to help. Sometimes dad’s can be a little over protective but after awhile we understand he wants us to be safe. That is why he is our hero. We love our dad. Kylee & Austin Proud children of James Duvall, Jr.
Kylee & Austin • Roseville

Dad Roy
He loves me. and he isn’t afraid of anything, and care’s.
Keaira • Roseville

Dad Jim Walkowski
Whenever i need him he’s there for me.He’s always willing to listen to me and what i have to say.My dad is also my hero because he’s a caring loving person who will help out anyone who needs it.Another reason why my dads my hero is because no matter what i do or what happends he’ll always be there for me and my brother and sister and support whatever we want to do.This is why my dad is my hero.Happy Fathers Day dad I love you xoxo kate.
Kate Walkowski • Roseville

Dad Alex
He’s my hero because he fought in the navy & safed my life. He always gets called to go to iraq, or to go on base. He’s also my hero because he brings money home so we can have shelter, a place to live, and he even puts food on our plates. It’s not all about the money my dad love’s to see his kids smile. Every time he comes home we give him a hug and say “i love you”. It’s hard for us because we never know when our dad might go, but he’s my hero and i love him! “ happy Father’s day and your my BIGGEST hero”.
Brandi • Roseville

Dad Jim Walkowski
My dad is my hero because he plays baseball with me taught me how to ride my dirtbike and he watches my favorite t.v shows with me before bed (dirtyjobs)and he is always nice to me and my family. my dad works very hard to take care of me and my sisters Love you dad Happy Fathers Day Love Jake.
Jacob Walkowski • Roseville

Dad Jim Walkowski
My dad is my hero because he works very hard for me and my family. He takes us upnorth to hang out and ride our four wheelers and dirtbikes. He always helps us with our homework and finds time to be with us even when he had a hard day at work.My dad will always give us good advise and teaches us whats right and wrong.I love my dad so much and would love to surprise him wigh tiger tickets and take him some where cool. my dads the best not just on fathers day but everyday. Love you dad happy Fathers Day Meghan xoxoxoxo.
Meghan Walkowski • Roseville

Dad Jason Nielsen
My dad is my hero because he protects me and my brothers Austin and Nicholas. He also protects our country. He is in the Army and was in Iraq last year for Father’s Day. I’m excited he is home. I love you Dad!
Summer Nielsen • Roseville

Dad Al Carter
He cares. He cares about me, my future, my actions, and everything in-between. He has always been there for me when I’m done and when I need a boost of confidence. He works day and night so that I can have a roof over my head and food on the table. Now as you can see my dad is, and always will be, the world’s greatest dad ever!
Austin Carter • Royal Oak

Dad Brian Schebil
My dad is my hero for SO many reasons. He cooks, listens to me, pays bills, and so many more things. He rocks! Really. My dad plays the drums really good. He’s so cool. I love him more than the universe! It’s so hard to describe the love between us. He gives me nicknames, and we have many fun times together. Dad’s nice and funny and loving. He’s the best dad in the world and the reason why I’m here. He’s smart and helps me with homework. I couldn’t have asked for a better dad. I love him! My hero!!!
Leah Schebil • Royal Oak

Dad Thomas Tisko
He is the strongest man I know. He gives me HUGE underdogs on the swing.
Norah Tisko • Royal Oak

Dad Tom Tisko
He fixrs everything that we break every day.
Skylar Tisko • Royal Oak

Dad Tom Tisko
“He thinks he is super-underpants and throws us around his neck and he thinks he can fly!”
Ellie Tisko • Royal Oak

Dad James Kaspari
He helps me with my singing vocals, when i am sick he makes me feel better, when i had a bad dream he calmed me down,and when i get straight a’s he gives me a present and i am proud of him for that and that is why my DAD is MY HERO!!!!!!!!!
Cameron Kaspari • Royal Oak

Dad Al Carter
He protects me when im scared and hugs me when im sad. My dad has always been their for me through thick and thin. He never lets me down and he takes me fishing. Which is alot of fun! He loves me alot, but I love him more! My dad has always been fun to be around and he is one of the nicest guy I know. I love my dad more than anything in this world and would do anything for him. He is an Royal Oak police sergeant who will always be my hero!
Anthony Carter • Royal Oak

Dad Al Carter
He’s always there for me. He is always so very protective of me and my brothers. My dad is the greatest in the world which any kid would ever wish for. My dad is one of a kind. He is the one dad that has a good job and an excellent family. He is one nice person to chat and to ask questions with. He is the one you would say is super duper positive and caring to everyone he meets. I love my dad. He deserves a break.
Alan Carter • Royal Oak

Dad Al Carter
He is there when I am sad. He protects me when I am scared or in danger.He makes me laugh when I am sad.He is so nice and caring, he will do anything for me.He is also the best catechism teacher in the world.He is my sun shine when there is dark clouds.He guides me though life, what to do and what not to do.When I grow up I want to be just like him, Dad.
Albert Carter • Royal Oak

Dad Richard Nemecek
He protects me with all of his life. He always tells me when my family is in some kind of mess that whenever I am with him, we will always be okay. He is so sweet and kind that I would never want another dad in the world. I wouldn’t trade him for anything. He sometimes yells at me for doing something he doesn’t like, but no matter how much he yells at me I know that he only does it because he loves me and he wants to raise me correctly and he wants what is best for me. My dad is also my hero because he is always behind me no matter what my decisions are and even if he doesn’t like them, he still supports me.I LOVE MY DAD! THAT IS WHY MY DAD IS MY HERO!
Amanda Nemecek • Royal Oak

Dad Christopher Grobbel
When I was almost 3 years old, he was in a bad car accident that left him paralyzed from the chest down. He pulled through and he is the best dad ever. I used to ride around on his lap, Now I’m 17 and I drive him around. We do all sorts of things together. Even though my dad can’t walk, he is always there when I need him and I for him. I would love to take him to the tiger game. spend quality time with him, I think he would enjoy us going as a family. takes more than 100 words to describe my love for him.
Ashton Grobbel • Shelby Township

Dad Dan Tisch
My Dad is my Hero because he is my Cub Scout Leader and my baseball coach. He also protects me. He likes to teach me, so that I can get smarter. He always has time for me. We always have fun together. That is how my Dad is my Hero.
Johnny Tisch • Shelby Township

Dad Noah
My Step dad is my hero because he can act just like a great big gorilla. He cooks the best salmon on the bbq. And I like the eggs he makes for breakfast.
Ethan • Shelby Township

Dad Frank Lorbach
My dad the professional tailor taught me to sew, and taught me to be a great person. My dad taught me to ice skate, swim, and be self sufficient. He taught me the ropes in daily life how to overcome sadness, when things weren’t going well. He taught me to drive the car and he sacrified so I could have a better life. He’s 86 and still helping all the family.
Hilda Kozakiewicz • Shelby Township

Dad Roger Moldovan
My hero is my stepfather,Roger Moldovan.While my biological father never sent me cards or phoned me on my birthday or on other holidays Roger remembered me and gave me his love when I was a child and helped me to get through my adolescence.As I told him one Father’s Day,”you were there when I needed you.I want you to walk me down the aisle when I marry.”
Camille Campbell • Southfield

Dad Mark Locricchio
Even though my Dad is serving our Country he still makes time for my sister and me. He makes us always feel that there is nothing more important than us. My Dad calls us every night and wants to know how our day was. He tells us how much he loves us and misses us. My sister and I are the luckiest kids to have such a great Dad!! When my dad was preparing to deploy he took time out of his busy work schedule to come to my school to eat lunch with me. I can hardly wait for my dad to come home so the two of us can go to a Tigers game together. When I grow up I can only hope to be half the man and Dad my Dad is to me. My Dad is my hero! I love you Dad!!!!
Colton Locricchio • Sterling Heights

Dad Robert Seymour
My Daddy is a hero because he is always there for me and he will kiss my boo boos. He gives me hugs and kisses and he takes me to breakfest every saturday morning. Best of all he will take me to the mall, library, or a long bike ride instead of watching the Red Wings game!!
Grace Seymour • Sterling Heights

Dad Jeff
He helps me when i need it,he loves me , he keeps me safe
Lauren • Sterling Heights

Dad Jeff Polly
Once there lived a Dad that was merryd to a girl named Marci and his kids Ryan Amanda and Lauren. He had a nice job with his Dad then the Job was out of bisnis. It was very sad his kids were very craby At lest he had 1 house 1 car he was working in 3 stores but now 2 and at lest he had children and a wife and family the end.
Amanda Polly • Sterling Heights

Dad Albert Lenz Sr.
He is the greatest man I have ever had the pleasure to meet and know. He is the type of man who would give you the shirt off of his back. He would do anything for anyone, no questions asked. I played basketball all four years in high school and he video taped every single game. I am so blessed to have these wonderful memories. It was such a great feeling to know that he was at all my games supporting me and also took the time to video tape them. I have learned so much about life from him.
Amy Lenz • Sterling Heights

Dad Jim
My dad is my hero because he admits to thing he does wrong, and has earned a lot of people’s respect for doing so. plus, my dad treats me like his princess, and i love him.
Natalie • Troy

Dad Greg Fletcher
He coaches my baseball team and is teaching me about sportsmanship. I have a lot of fun spending time with my dad. We do a lot of fun things together like building things and practicing baseball. My dad is GREAT!
Dylan Fletcher • Troy

Dad Gregg Larson
He’s the best dad in the century,and works really hard so I can have pretty clothes, house and food, when things break he can always fix them and makes me feel better when I am sad. I love my dad so much that when I grow up I want to marry somebody just like my daddy!
Cleta Larson • Troy

Dad Edward Malott
My dad is my hero because he plays and spends most of his time with me even if he has work all day and is tired. He will also include if I ask he to. He take me and my friends to park almost every day. He also plays hide & seek with all of us. Me and my friend like that game the most. After he takes us to park and plays hide & seek, he will build a bond Fire, so we can make smores. Yummmy!! But most of all I know he loves me very much and keeps me safe, that why my dad is my hero!
Sarah Malott • Troy

Dad Paul Sharp
My dad is my hero because he teaches me how to play soccer really good and he’s the best soccer player. My dad also watches the Tiger baseball games with me and teaches me about the game too. My dad is fun and he likes to wrestle and play tag with me and my sisters. I love my dad because he’s the best.
Donovan Sharp • Troy

Dad Dave Simonetti
My Dad is my hero. When I was little, he taught me to play softball and helped me learn to drive. He taught me the importance of table manners, and how to give a good handshake. He has moved me three times since I’ve been in college. All of these qualities make my Dad a great man. He is my hero because I can cry on his shoulder about anything from a skinned knee to a broken heart, all because no matter what my age, I’m still his baby.
Lauren Simonetti • Troy

Dad Chris Mussat
He likes to play with me. My Dad gets up real early in the morning to get to work early, so he can be home to coach my football and baseball teams. My Dad is really smart, that’s why we were the Flag Bowl Champions. My Dad reads to me and will lay in my bed with me when I’m scared. My Dad works real hard so we can have a house and food. When I grow up, I want to be just like my Dad.
Braden Mussat • Troy

Dad Joe Commarford
My Dad is my Hero Because........ * He is my Mom and Dad, all in one! Since my Mom passed away last year, he gets everything done for all of us in our family. * He works so we can have food, and a house, and a pool. * He cooks dinner. * He packs my lunch. * He helps me with my homework and school projects. * He lets me have playdates. * He drives me everywhere. * He pays for my horseback riding. * He goes to church with me. * He takes us on trips. * I love him. * He LOVES to take me to the TIGER’s Games!
Karen Commarford • Troy

Dad Dave Aldinger
He coaches my baseball and soccer teams. He plays baseball with me. He does Legos, trains and Transformers with me for hours. He is a high school teacher and he teaches religious education at our church. He takes me to Greenfield Village and the zoo.
Maddie, Lily and Freddy Aldinger • Troy

Dad Peter DeMarois
My dad is a very important person in my life. My dad is an expert at woodworking. For example, he built my math carnival display and my 5th grade time machine. My dad is always willing to help me with any school project. He also loves math which makes him the first person I go to when I need advice on a math problem. He leads our family in prayer, reads Bible verses, and teaches my family about God. My dad uses the Bible verses in everyday life. Now after hearing so many, I can relate them in real life situations. My dad is a very important person in my life!
Megan DeMarois • Troy

Dad Jim Casper
He drives his Jeep so fast, He makes us laugh, He puts us under the covers at night, he reads the newspaper to us, he turns on the radio for me, he lifts me up on his shoulders, he loves my Mommy, he loves me! (Noah 6 yr) (Miles 3 yrs)
Noah and Miles Casper • Troy

Christopher Kochanski
My dad is my hero because he has such an enthusiastic child-like spirit. What I mean by this is that even after a hard days work, the first thing he wants to do is “play catch” or “play a game” or “go for a run” with one of his four children. He never seems to get tired, he’s always running around the house doing something! He can literally make anything fun and can rally together a family and friend sports team in a few minutes! I could only hope to be just like him when I’m 50!
Caitlyn Kochanski • Troy

Dad Tod Gazetti
My Dad is my Hero Because.......He’s MY Dad!!! * He helps me with things. * He helps my Mom with the house. * He helps with all the shopping. * He loves us all the same. * He loves to hang out with us. * He loves music. * He loves sports (golf & hockey). * He is so much fun. * He loves The Tigers! * And I LOVE HIM!!!!!
Ruthie Gazetti • Troy

Dad Todd Brown
He works really hard so our family can have the best life possible. He always spends time with me and supports me in everything I do. I know he would do absolutely anything for me. My Dad never gives up and always strives to do his best and he helps me to do my best too. He says I can do and be anything I want to be if I work hard and put my mind to it. He is always helping others and putting others before himself. My Dad is the greatest hero I know. I LOVE my Dad!
Lindsay Brown • Troy

Dad David
He is special and we like the tigers.
Savannah • Warren

Dad Mark Facemyer
My dad donated blood twice for me for my two back surgeries that i had. That is why my dad is my hero.
Jennifer Facemyer • Warren

Dad Marshall Spang
My dad is my hero because he is a man every parent and child would be proud of. Dad has always been a hard working moral sympathetic caring and loving father, husband, son, brother and a great friend and neighbor. He taught us 6 children great work ethics, the value of a hard earned dollar, the importance of reaching out and helping others day after day. He taught us to appreciate the least little things we had, how to take good care of our material goods. Every weekend we washed and wiskbroomed out our $25-50.00 special Buicks. He taught us to cut and edge the lawn and sweep the sidewalk clean afterward. He gave us “rides home” from a few blocks away where we waited for him to drive home from his long hard day at work. He always smiled and was gentle. He did not yell at us or my mother. DAD IS STILL A GEM. My dad Marshall Spang is getting older and the Tiger game for us would be special. Dad was born 91 years ago in Detroit and 57 years ago he started lovingly “fathering” me in Detroit also. THE TIGERS ARE OUR TEAM. PLEASE MAKE THIS FATHER’S DAY EVEN MORE SPECIAL FOR MY HERO. THANK-YOU DEBRAH LONG
Debrah Long • Warren

Dad Richard Sabornido
He recovered from cerebro-vascular accident, also known as a stroke 2 years ago. I was almost 3 years old and my dad was only 35 years old. He knew we needed him to recover so he could play sports with me. He is a brave and strong willed person that is why I/We love him so much.
Christian Sabornido • Warren

Dad Andre Luebke
Every evening he feeds me (i am 9 Month old) and after this he holds me in his arms until I fall asleep.
Alex • Warren

Joseph Martinez
He works very hard and plays with me all the time. He loves me so much he even rubs my feet. He takes me for bike rides and makes me dinner. He is the best Dad in the world and he is my best friend forever.
Rhonda • Warren

Dad Victor
My dad is my hero because he is always there for me. My dad loves me . We always play baseball toghther in the summer fresh air.I really want these tickets so bad please pick my lovable nice best dad in the world.
Alexis • Warren

Dad Rodney Hagen
He has been my #1 guy my whole life, whenever I need him he has been there for me, 27 years now and he still there by my side every time I need him. He has went through heart failure and completely changed his life so he can live and help me raise my 2 kids, hes not just my hero but theirs too. Love you dad!!!!
Donna Hagen • Warren

Dad Christopher L Voorhies
He is not only a great Dad to my brother, sisters and I but he is a Police Officer, and protects everyone. I love him and want to be just like him when I grow up. He wrestles with me and we laugh together. I sure do love him.
Regan Kane Voorhies • Warren

Dad Tom
My dad is my hero because he always thinks about others! That’s why his store, Red Wing Shoes is so awesome! He always puts 110% into his work!Sometimes we have our differences but he usually gets the best of me. I love him very much! He’s always been someone funny, and a really cool soccer dad! He cheers my brother on at his games, and me at my games! He says, “ You can do it!” I believe him! My dad is a fabulous cook! His steak is the best! He makes most of the dinners on Sunday to give my mom a break! He always teaches me the right thing to do, and always goes to church! We may not be rich but we have an excellent father who makes us rich by sharing his happiness with us and the people he cares about! I love you Daddy, and this is for you!
Anna • Warren

Jeff VanWagnen
He is willing to do anything for me. He’ll make whatever I want for breakfast, even when he’s very tired. We do lots of things together, like bike riding. Every night that he’s off, he’ll give me a back rub. He also checks my homework! My dad also makes me feel better when I’m sad. His jokes never fail to cheer me up. He always makes me feel safe. But most of all, my dad is my hero because he loves me and is always there for me.
James VanWagnen • Warren

Dad Craig Geml
He feeds me loves me takes care of me does not yell at me never stops being nice yells at people tht are mean loves every body in my family. he let me get a cat for Christmas
Erica Geml • Warren

Dad Jeff Gabalski
He is my coach for baseball. He pitches to me and plays catch with me. He kisses me goodnight! (dictated by mom)
Nick Gabalski (age 5) • West Bloomfield

Dad Jeffry Frank
He is nice to me. He plays and practices spots with me. He comes to all my baseball games and cheers for my team. We go on fun vacations. He takes me to fun places. He is the best lawyer in the world. I love my dad soooooooooo much you can’t even think it!
Ryan Frank age 8 • West Bloomfield

Dad George Mandel
Daddy is our hero, because when our grandma was in a car accident the day before Thanksgiving and hospitalized for a month, Daddy stepped right up and took over the household, making sure everything ran just right.  This is a tough job, because I am 3 and my baby was only 4 months at the time!  Not only that, but he made sure to love us up extra, and Mumma too!  Wiping tears, washing clothes, giving hugs, making dinner...  Daddy completely held all of us together.  It was hard to have Mumma gone so much, taking care of Grandma... but Daddy made all of our lives okay with consistency and love.  His selflessness is a true example of a hero father and husband. We would’ve never made it through that scary time without him.  And you should see how he loves us up, takes good care of us, plays with us, and does special things with us just regularly!  His heart of gold and dedication to all of “his girls” every single day truly makes him a hero.
Lauren and Katie Mandel • West Bloomfield

Dad Russell Riben
My amazing Dad is my hero because he is my best, BEST friend at the end of the day. Dad also always is supportive and never gives up hope. I love him and always will. And my dad made me one of the smartest in my class. MY DAD IS SO TOTALLY WORTHY OF TIGER TIX! [he was born a fan!]
Leah Riben • West Bloomfield

Dad Raymond Silverman
My father Raymond Silverman is 79 years old - he was born during the depression and always wanted his children to have a better way. He became an accountant and worked at the same firm for almost 50 years. He retired from the firm and still practices on his own. He wouldn’t know what to do if he wasn’t working hard and earning a living. His proudest accomplishment was putting his kids through college and grad school (med school for his son now a doctor). Our dad has always been there for us - when we are sad or hurt - he was sad or hurt and even though he is a man of few words, his wisdom speaks volumes. He loves his 5 grandchildren who call him Zayde and the past few years has become a big baseball fan - he would love the tickets! He goes to the gym during the week and loves to gab with all the members. He is just a nice man and has no unkindness in him. He always said NO first but that never held up - he continues to be generous and always helped us in many ways. He has taught us many values and has much to show for being a nice guy and taking care of us!
Linda Rosberg • West Bloomfield

Dad John Shaver
My Dad is my hero because he does the right thing even when no one is watching. He always gets the job done and he does it without complaining. My Dad is my hero because he always strives to see the best in people. He never has a sour word to say about anyone. My Dad is my hero because his joyous zest for life inspires others. My Dad is my hero because he makes me want to be a better person. It is because of him that I can be all I want to be.
Beth Shaver • San Antonio, TX