• About Us
  • Location
  • Contact Us
  • (313) 274-4000
  • Return to Website
Obituaries | Hackett-Metcalf Funeral Home
Hackett-Metcalf Funeral Home
James "Roy" Wachtel
Change Photo
Send Beautiful Flowers Share a Memory
Share Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share by Email

James "Roy" Wachtel

July 23, 1952 - April 20, 2014

James Louis Wachtel passed away unexpectedly on Easter Sunday, April 20, 2014. He was born on July 23, 1952 in Detroit, to his parents the late Ruth and Jerry Wachtel. He leaves behind his cherished wife, Suzanne M. Trahey, and his only sibling, Patricia Wachtel. Suzanne’s seven siblings will miss him greatly. He was the dear son-in-law of Terry M Gates of Plymouth and the late Robert E. Trahey, Sr. He will be missed by his nieces and nephews, Braden Wachtel, Glenn Getyina, R. Spencer Trahey his beloved Godson, Julie Patterson, Janet Haddad, Daniel Kalbfleisch, Kevin Trahey, Rebecca Pawlik, Joseph Pawlik, Emily Pawlik, Quinn McKay and Sean McKay. Each of them will remember his loving influences and encouragement. Jim had a life-long career in music, leading to his common nickname “Roy.” He sang songs by Roy Orbison in his band’s performances. He was known for his distinct sound on the saxophone, now silent. Jim/Roy embarked on a 2nd career at age 50 when he graduated from Henry Ford Community College as an R.N. He served as Novi High School’s first Class President. He was buried at Holy Cross Cemetery in Detroit, surrounded by his saddened family.

Login
  • What would you like to do?
  • My Account
  • Logout

James Louis Wachtel passed away unexpectedly on Easter Sunday, April 20, 2014. He was born on July 23, 1952 in Detroit, to his parents the late Ruth and Jerry Wachtel. He leaves behind his cherished wife, Suzanne M. Trahey, and his only sibling,... View Obituary & Service Information

Print

The family of James "Roy" Wachtel created this Life Tributes page to make it easy to share your memories.

Obituary & Service

James Louis Wachtel passed away unexpectedly on Easter Sunday,...

View More

Share a Memory Below

A comforting word from you means a lot.

Share a Memory

Flowers & Gifts

Send flowers to the Wachtel family.

Send Flowers
  • Tribute Wall
  • Photos & Videos
  • Obituary & Service
  • + More Information
    • Obituary & Service
    • Family Tree
    • Family Map
    • Family Dates
    • Subscribe to Updates
    • Approvals
    • Following
    • Configuration
    • Administrators
Telephone: (313) 274-4000 Fax: (313) 274-7252 Email: Click Here
Hackett-Metcalf Funeral Home: (313) 274-4000
Obituaries Flowers & Gifts What We Do About Us Grief & Healing Resources Plan Ahead Contact Us

© 2022 Hackett-Metcalf Funeral Home - Funeral Home Website Design by funeralOne