Some sad news.

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It is with great sadness that we inform you that Kathy Shuler passed away on Saturday February 1st. We will miss her. All of MPR would like to extend our sincere condolences to her family and friends.

Katherine Mary Shuler
12/10/1952 - 2/1/2025

Kathy spent a lot of time promoting and participating in Detroit’s hydroplane racing community. To say she was a fan understates both her passion for the sport and her involvement. She enjoyed actively joining in the fun, driving her own Jersey Speed Skiff Whizz Bang, around the Detroit River course.

Kathy also held a seat on the Great Lakes Maritime Institute board for 28 years and was instrumental in raising funds for the Dossin Great Lakes Museum.

Kathy was also one of the founders of “Pioneers of Powerboating. This group spreads the word about Detroit’s deep and lasting legacy of international racing, particularly with regard to hydroplanes and the Gold Cup.

Memorial Gathering
Wednesday, February 12, 2025 at 3:00 PM - 7PM
Chas. Verheyden - Grosse Pointe
16300 Mack Avenue, Grosse Pointe Park, MI 48230

Memorial Gathering and service
Thursday, February 13, 2025 at 9:00 AM - Noon
Chas. Verheyden - Grosse Pointe
16300 Mack Avenue, Grosse Pointe Park, MI 48230
Following service, procession to Holly Sepulchre Cemetery
25800 West 10 Mile Road, Southfield 48033
Luncheon to follow.

In lieu of flowers Kathy requested a donation be made to
GLMI (Great Lakes Maritime Institute).
P.O. Box 1990
Dearborn MI 48121