Longtime GM Worker and Fenton Resident Peter Savoie Dies at 91

Savoie was an active member of the Fenton community and the Knights of Columbus for over 50 years.

Published on Mar. 8, 2026

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Peter A. Savoie, a longtime General Motors employee and resident of Fenton, Michigan, passed away on February 22, 2026 at the age of 91. Savoie was born in Sault Ste. Marie and grew up on a family farm in Dryberg, Michigan before moving to Fenton in 1962 with his wife Patricia. He was an active member of the St. John Parish and the Knights of Columbus for over 50 years, and enjoyed home projects, family camping trips, golf, and travel.

Why it matters

Savoie's passing marks the end of an era for the Fenton community, where he was a fixture for over 60 years. As a longtime GM worker and community leader, Savoie embodied the values of hard work, faith, and family that were central to the Fenton area during his lifetime.

The details

Savoie worked as a Journeyman Diemaker at General Motors in Flint and was a Skilled Trades leader at the company, retiring in 1992 after a long career. He was actively involved in St. John Parish of Fenton and Worldwide Marriage Encounter. Savoie was also a member of the Knights of Columbus for over 50 years and enjoyed home projects, family camping trips, golf, and travel.

  • Savoie was born on January 2, 1935 in Sault Ste. Marie.
  • He graduated from Loretto Catholic High School in 1952.
  • Savoie married Patricia Louise (Page) Savoie in 1957 in Grand Blanc.
  • The Savoie family moved to Fenton in 1962.
  • Savoie retired from General Motors in 1992.

The players

Peter A. Savoie

A 91-year-old resident of Fenton, Michigan who worked for many years at General Motors and was an active member of the local community.

Patricia Louise (Page) Savoie

Savoie's wife, whom he married in 1957.

St. John Parish of Fenton

The Catholic parish in Fenton that Savoie was actively involved with.

Knights of Columbus

The Catholic fraternal organization that Savoie was a member of for over 50 years.

General Motors

The automotive company where Savoie worked as a Journeyman Diemaker and Skilled Trades leader, retiring in 1992.

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What’s next

A Celebration of Life Mass will be held on Saturday, May 2, 2026 at the Chapel of Holy Innocents at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church in Fenton, where Savoie was an active parishioner.

The takeaway

Savoie's life and legacy in Fenton exemplifies the values of hard work, faith, and community that have long defined the city. His passing marks the end of an era, but his impact will continue to be felt through the lives he touched over his 91 years.