Benjamin Wayne Spitzer

Spitzer, Benjamin Wayne - Age 65, of Holly, embarked on his “next great adventure” on July 20, 2024, at 12:45 PM. Surrounded by his wife and sons, he passed away peacefully, holding their hands and listening to his beloved music on a beautiful, sunny day.

Benjamin was born on September 14, 1958, in Riverdale, Maryland, to Paul Wayne Spitzer and Dian Darlene (Davis) Spitzer. A 1976 graduate of Linden High School, Ben was renowned for his kindness, endless optimism, and his remarkable ability to make everyone laugh. His deep spiritual life and faith in God were evident in his actions, spreading love and positivity to everyone he met, whether for a moment or a lifetime.

On September 24, 1977, Ben married the love of his life, Leah Karen Conly, in Fenton. They shared 46 wonderful years together and raised three sons: Paul, Jamen, and Kyle. Being a devoted husband and father brought Ben immense joy. He cherished spending time with his sons, coaching them in Little League and leading his Starlite Video team to undefeated seasons. He founded the Christian Service Brigade at Tyrone Covenant Presbyterian Church, creating memorable experiences for many boys through camping trips, sledding, and endless dodgeball games.

Ben began his career as a cartographer, making maps for AAA, and later transitioned to drafting tools for automobile design before the advent of computers. However, his true calling was entertaining children and making them laugh. Inspired by helping his son Jamen with a 4th-grade talent show, Ben founded Spitzer & Sons Magic & Juggling, his final profession. He performed for thousands at special events, schools, daycare centers, hospitals, libraries, and more, bringing joy and laughter to countless lives. Ben was fortunate to turn his passion into a career, leaving the world a happier place.

A Mass will be celebrated at 10:30 AM on Saturday, August 10, 2024, at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, 600 N. Adelaide St., Fenton. The Mass will be available via livestream and may be view below Mr. Spitzer's obituary here on this page. Visitation will begin at 9:30 AM until the time of the Mass. A luncheon will follow at the church activity center. Interment will take place at New Calvary Catholic Cemetery, Flint, at a later date. Arrangements are being handled by Sharp Funeral Homes, Fenton Chapel, 1000 Silver Lake Road, Fenton.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Benjamin Spitzer Memorial Fund c/o Sharp Funeral Homes. Benjamin is survived by his wife of 46 years, Leah; his three sons, Paul Spitzer of California, Jamen (Britta) Spitzer of Grosse Pointe Park, and Kyle Spitzer of Austin, TX; his siblings, Laurie (Dale) Martin of Davisburg, Steven Spitzer of Novi, Sharon (Lewis) Kebel of Pinellas Park, FL, Carol (Scott) Deslauriers of Capon Bridge, WV, and Joy (Ron) Borders of Pinellas Park, FL; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents. Tributes may be shared at Sharp Funeral Homes.