John F. Drotar

John was born on December 12, 1961. He was preceded in death by his mother Winifred Drotar, his father Lucas "Johann" Drotar, and three brothers; Lucas Drotar, Thomas Drotar, and Douglas Drotar. John is survived by his brothers; James, Christopher, Frank, and Robert and his sisters; Susanne Jongkind, Teri Abbott, and Karen Turgeon. John graduated from Algonac High in 1979. He was a loving son to his mother. Because of his disability, he was not able to work, but after the death of his father in 1996, John was able to take care of his mother. He administered medication, made sure that she followed her dietetic regiment, prepared meals and took care of shopping, as well as made sure bills were paid on time. He was proud to drive his mother to church and family functions. John was deeply devout. Before the COVID-19 pandemic he attended Mass regularly. When not attending Mass, John would often spend time reading religious material or watching EWTN; A global Catholic television network. Whenever anyone would drop in to see John, they would find him engaged in music or gospel offerings. John always loved a big gathering of family and relatives during holidays and family reunions. Toward the end of his life, he expressed frustrations that because of COVID restrictions, there were no family gatherings. John became severely afflicted with schizophrenia a little over 40 years ago and yet battled back to contribute to his family with love, fidelity, and good humor that we'll never forget. We'll miss you buddy; You were a blessing to us all. Visitation for John will take place Sunday, September 12, 2021 from 2:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Allen Park Chapel of the Martenson Family of Funeral Homes located at 10915 Allen Road. There will be a rosary held at 7:00 p.m. at the funeral home that evening. The Mass of Resurrection will follow on Monday, September 13, 2021 at Our Lady of the Angels Catholic Church located at 6442 Pelham, Taylor, MI 48180. In State 9:30 a.m. Mass at 10:00 a.m. Interment will take place at Parkview Memorial Cemetery in Livonia Michigan. Please visit John's online tribute wall to share memories and leave condolences.