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Obituaries/ Condolence
Carl J. Tompkins
Carl J. Tompkins, 96 of Coldwater died Tuesday January 10, 2012 at the Community Health Center of Branch Co. Carl was born January 13, 1915 in Coldwater, MI to Herbert James and Nora Dell (Parshall) Tompkins. He married Dorothy A. VanDyke Sept. 14, 1942 in Angola IN.
Carl was a member of the Northview Christian Church. He Loved intarsia (woodworking).
Veteran of the US Army Air Corp. during WWII.
He worked at Federal Mogul in Coldwater and retired in 1978 from the Community Health Center of Branch Co. maintenance and security departments.
Survivors include his wife Dorothy; Son: James C. Tompkins of Marshall MI; Daughter: Carol A. (David) Foust of Coldwater; Daughter: Sheryl S. DeWitt of Coldwater; Son: Michael L. Tompkins of Coldwater. 8 Grandchildren and 19 Great Grandchildren,; Preceded in death by parents, 2 brothers, and 3 sisters.
Funeral Services will be held 11:00 a.m. Monday January 16, 2012 at Northview Christian Church in Coldwater with Pastor Jeff Bream officiating. Burial will be at Lockwood Cemetery in Branch Co. MI.
Military Honors will be conducted by the American Legion Post 52 Drill Team. Visitation will be Sunday January 15, 2012 from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Gillespie Funeral Home, Coldwater. Memorials may be made to the Northview Christian Church.
Judith Kay (Berkompas) Holtgrave
Judith Kay Holtgrave, age 63 of Coldwater, passed away Wed. January 4, 2012 at home after a long and courageous battle with cancer. A memorial service will take place in early summer, the date, time and location of this service will be announced at a later date.
Judi was born on Oct. 27, 1948 to Clifford and Hazel (Talsma) Berkompas in Holland, MI. She attended Pine Creek Grade School, West Ottawa High School in Holland MI. She obtained her Associates Degree in General Studies with an Educational Background, from Lake Michigan College in Benton Harbor, MI. She graduated Magna Cum Laude from Olivet College with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in 1983.Judi worked for the Michigan Department of Corrections. She started in Nov. 1985 as a Corrections Officer and retired in Jan. 2005 as a Lieutenant (Shift Commander) from the Florence Crane Facility in Coldwater, MI
She enjoyed Traveling, winters in Mexico, Scuba Diving, Flying, Reading, Sunshine and floating on the pontoon boat, and enjoying time with her many friends and family members.
She is survived by her loving Husband Rick W. Holtgrave of Coldwater, MI; Sons, William Porter of Coldwater, MI; Daniel (Heidi) Porter of Coldwater, MI; Mother, Hazel Berkompas of Holland, MI; Brother, Curtis (Lonnie) Berkompas of Allegan, MI; Sisters, Kris (Dave) DeKraker of Holland, MI; Janice (Paul) Mathews of Holland, MI; Marla (Jack) Bosch of Grant, MI; Jill (Greg) Hill Berkompas of Holland MI; 8 Grandchildren; 2 Great Grandchildren; Many Nieces and Nephews. She was preceded in death by her father, Clifford Berkompas, in 2004.In lieu of flowers, Memorial donations can be made to the Community Cancer Center in care of Community Health Center Foundation 274 E. Chicago St. Coldwater, MI 49036
Lorraine
Isabell Kistler
Lorraine I. Kistler, 89 of Coldwater died Tuesday December 27, 2011 in Coldwater, MI.
Lorraine was born June 1, 1922 in Ohio to Colburn and Neva Chilson. She married Russell C. Kistler on May 29, 1947 in Angola IN; he preceded in death April 23, 1983.
Survivors include 2 sons: Gerald Weed Kistler of Coldwater, and John Kistler of Muskegon MI., 8 Grandchildren and 9 Great Grandchildren. Preceded in death by son Donald E. Kistler, Sr., Granddaughter Tracey Kistler, and 4 sisters.
Memorial service will be held 1:00 p.m. Friday January 6, 2012 at Oak Grove Cemetery Chapel Coldwater, MI. Memorials may be made to charity of ones choice.
Arrangements by Gillespie Funeral Home, Coldwater.
Mary Lou Bascom
Mary Lou Bascom, 83 of Coldwater, died Thursday December 22, 2011 at the Maple Lawn Medical Care Facility. Mary Lou was born February 8, 1928 in Fremont, IN to Wayne and Lulu (Bailey) Smith. She married LaMar C. Bascom in 1953 in Angola, IN; he proceeded in death January 25, 2007.
Mary Lou was a 50 plus year member of the First Baptist Church , Coldwater, MI. She and LaMar were volunteers for meals on wheels for several years. She graduated from Fremont High School in 1946.
Mary Lou was a home maker and helped her husband on the family farm. She enjoyed reading and visiting with friends. She loved taking care of her cats.
Survivors include: Nephew: Don (Kay) Smith of Fremont, IN,; Niece: Shirley (Bill) Lonsbury of Angola, IN; Several other Nieces and Nephews, and Great and Great Great Nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by Sister Norene Smith, Brothers Guy and Garford Smith, Great Niece Diana K. Smith, and Great Nephew Billy Gene Lonsbury Jr.
Funeral services will be held 2:00 p.m. Wed. December 28, 2011 at the Gillespie Funeral Home, with Rev. David Pierce officiating. Burial will be at Oak Grove Cemetery Coldwater. Visitation will be from Noon until time of service on Wed. at the funeral home.
Memorials may be made to Human Society of Branch Co.
Elise Tressie Wierts
Elise Tressie Wierts, 67 of Coldwater died Sat. December 17, 2011 at her residence. Elise is no longer suffering, she is with the Lord now. Elise was born April 7, 1944 in Alger, OH to Floyd and Nellie (Perkins) Cole. She married David Lee Elder, July 22, 2004 in Angola, IN.
She was a long time member of the Pentecostal church. She loved her family dearly. She also enjoyed crocheting, and going to garage sales.
Survivors include: Husband: David; 3 sisters: Caroline Zeskoski, Cora Lee Bailey, Myrtle Brown; brother: John Cole. Preceded in death by a daughter, parents, 3 brothers, 4 sisters and a niece.
Cremation has taken place a memorial service will be held at a later date. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society. Arrangements by Gillespie Funeral Home, Coldwater, MI
Jeanne G. Thacher
Jeanne G. Thacher, 89 of Coldwater, Mi passed away Sunday December 11, 2011 at home in the arms of her loving husband Rex. Jeanne was born October 14, 1922 in Coldwater, MI to Bruce and Grace
(Shriping) Strong. She marred Rex Birdell Thacher in 1941 in Coldwater.
She was a life time home maker. She loved the outdoors and spending time with her grandchildren.
Survivors include Husband: Rex; Son: Rex Bruce Thacher of Bronson, MI; Daughter: Gloria (Robert) Cary of Burr Oak, MI; 5 Grandchildren; 10 Great Grandchildren 2 Great Great Grandchildren; Preceded in death by Granddaughter Angela Cary and 2 brothers Jerry and Keith Strong.
Services will be held 3:00 p.m. Tuesday December 13, 2011 at the Gillespie Funeral Home, Coldwater with Pastor Terry Siler officiating. Burial will be at Bronson Cemetery, Bronson MI. Visitation will be held Tuesday Dec. 13 2011 from 1:00 p.m. until time of service at the funeral home.
Memorial may be made to the Community Health Center of Branch Co. Hospice.
HARPST, ROBERT (BOB) VERNON
September 7, 1918 ---November 18, 2011
Hillsdale, Michigan ---Robert Vernon Harpst, age 93, died Friday November 18th at Drews Place of Hillsdale. He was born September 7, 1918 in St. Claire Shores, Michigan to Roland and Cora (Kleeman) Harpst. Mr. Harpst grew up in Monroe, Michigan. He was a Monroe High School Graduate and a Veteran of WW II. He served in the United States Army and saw duty in Germany. Bob lived in Monroe most of his life except for the last six years. He lived with his son, Jon and daughter- in- law, Ruby on Coldwater Lake in Coldwater, Michigan and at their home in Wilson, NC and with his daughter, Barbara Griffin and son-in-law, Al in Canton, Georgia.Bob is best known for his 30 plus years selling cars in Monroe. After retiring from car sales he started (with his wife Bettye) Monroe Oxygen which he ran for ten plus years before retiring for a second time. His last employment was with Alpha 6, a dental lab in Monroe where he served as a delivery person until he retired again at age 86. Bob loved the employees at Alpha 6 as much as he enjoyed the work.Bob was preceded in death by his wife Bettye Jane (Marx) Harpst and his parents. They were members of Christ Lutheran Church. Bob is survived by his son, Robert Jon Harpst (Ruby) of Wilson, NC and daughter, Barbara Sue Griffin (Al) of Canton, Georgia. Grandson, Robert Jon Harpst Jr. (Valerie) of Wilson, NC, granddaughters Kelly Griffin of California and Kristen Griffin of Chicago, Illinois. Step grandsons, Eric Loehr (Ann), Curtis Loehr (Kathie) of Brighton, Michigan. Step granddaughters Lisa Miller (Kurt) of Coldwater, Michigan and Katie Cramer (Rich) of Grand Blanc, Michigan. Step-grand children Mackenzie, Morgan and Kameron Miller of Coldwater, Michigan. Carly Warren, Jake, Tyler and Katelyn Loehr of Brighton, Michigan and Alec, Nicole and Luke Cramer of Grand Blanc, Michigan. For the past two years, Bob especially enjoyed his great-granddaughter, Cadence Marie Harpst of Wilson, NC. He also knew he had a great-grandson on the way to be born in April, 2012.Bob is also survived by a cousin and dear friend George Loeffler of Plymouth, Michigan, niece Julie (Marx) Spangler of Finley, Ohio and long-time friend, Lucy Wedell of Monroe.Interment, with Military Honor Guard, will take place in the summer 2012 over 4th of July week- end, in Roselawn Cemetery, Monroe, Michigan. Contributions to the charity of choice.
James Allen Walker
James Allen Walker, 56 of Coldwater, died Monday November 14, 2011 at his residence.
James was born March 8, 1955 in Bradford PA to Simon Richard Walker and Frances Betty Marie (Chiodo) Walker Crance. He was employed at ADAPT in Coldwater.
Survivors include Brothers: Richard W. Walker of Granger, IN, Samuel L. Walker of Coldwater, MI Dennis E. Walker of Battle Creek, MI; Sisters: Judy Luke and Sharon Walker both of Bradford PA. Aunts Genevieve Killen, Katherine Chiodo, Uncle Mark Chiodo all Bradford PA. Numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by brother Ronald Crance.
A memorial services will be held 11:00 a.m. Sat. November 26, 2011 at the Gillespie Funeral Home, Coldwater, MI with Pastor Bob Montgomery officiating.
Memorials may be made to help offset cost of interment.
Robert Lester Tressler
Robert Lester Tressler, 85 of Coldwater, MI died November 9, 2011 at the Community Health Center of Branch Co. Robert was born July 7, 1926 in Coldwater, MI to Lester and Marjorie (Nichols) Tressler.
Robert married Leona May Vandcar August 30, 1949 in LaGrange IN she preceded in death December 24, 1993.
Robert served with the US Marie Corp. during WW II in the Pacific Theater of Operations. He owned and operated Precision Saw Shop in Coldwater for many years. He enjoyed playing and managing mens softball, he also enjoyed golf, bowling, and fishing. He was a member of Tyre Lodge #18 F&AM.
Survivors include Daughter: Arloa Myers of Coldwater; Son: Lester Tressler of Bradington, FL; Son-in-law: John Myers of Coldwater; Grandchildren: Charles Spaulding, Melissa Hagelshaw; Great Grandchildren: Brent Ferris; Nathan Spaulding, Great Great Grandchild: Carter Ferris. Sister Mary Adams of Sturgis, MI
Funeral services will be held 1:00 p.m. Monday November 14, 2011 at the Gillespie Funeral Home Coldwater. Military Honors conducted by the American Legion Post 52 Drill Team. Burial will be at Oak Grove Cemetery, Coldwater, MI. Visitation will be held Monday November 14, 2011 from 10:00 a.m. until time of service at the funeral home.
Dorothy J. Dubendorf
Dorothy J. Dubendorf, born April 14, 1925 in Coldwater, Michigan, the daughter of Merle S. and Florence (Seachrist) Dubendorf, died on May 27, 2011, in Fort Myers, Florida. Dorothy graduated from Coldwater High School in 1943 and Community Hospital School of Nursing, Battle Creek, Michigan in 1946. She worked in Marshall and Hillsdale Hospitals, for the Kalamazoo Visiting Nurses Association and as an Occupational Health Nurse for Eaton Corporation, Transmission Division for 29 years, retiring in 1985 and moving to North Fort Myers, Florida. In 1999, Dorothy moved to Cypress Cove Continuing Care Facility in Fort Myers. She was a member of Chapel by the Sea Presbyterian Church in Fort Myers Beach and Nichols Community Alumni Association. She was a Retired Member of the American Association of Occupational Health Nurses, Michigan State Association of Occupational Health Nurses and Kalamazoo Association of Occupational Health Nurses. Cousins and friends survive. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held on Sat. November 19, 2011 at 1:30 p.m. at Gillespie Funeral Home, 27 Marshall Street, Coldwater Michigan. Visitation will be from 12:30 1:30 p.m. at the funeral home. A memorial service for Elizabeth J. Burgess will also be conducted at the same time and place.
Elizabeth J. Burgess
Elizabeth J. Burgess, born August 4, 1922, in Lebanon, Indiana, the daughter of William and Idyllwynn (Bogart) Burgess, died August 6, 2011 in Fort Myers, Florida. Elizabeth (Betty) graduated from Lebanon High School in 1940 and from the Indianapolis City Hospital School of Nursing in 1943. Betty served in the United Sates Army Nurse Corp from 1944 1945 and was among the liberators of Dachau Concentration Camp. Following her Army service, Betty was a Surgical Supervisor at Hillsdale Hospital in Hillsdale, Michigan from 1946 1952. She moved to Kalamazoo, Michigan where she worded as an Industrial Nurse for Sutherland Paper Company from 1952 1962 and for National Water Lift Company from 1962 to her retirement in 1985. Betty moved to North Fort Myers, Florida following retirement and in 1999 moved to Cypress Cove Continuing Care Facility in Fort Myers. She was a member of Chapel by The Sea Presbyterian Church in Fort Myers Beach, Florida, and a retired member of the American Association of Occupational Health Nurses, the Michigan State Association of Occupational Health Nurses, and the Kalamazoo Association of Occupational Health Nurses. She is survived by a sister Helen B. McVey, a brother-in-law, a sister-in-law, nieces, nephews and friends. She was preceded in death by brother George M. Burgess, Sister Sybil B. Perkins, and brother E. Keith Burgess. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held on Sat. November 19 2011 at 1:30 p.m., at Gillespie Funeral Home, 27 Marshall Street, Coldwater Michigan. Visitation will be from 12:30p.m. 1:30 p.m. at the funeral home. A memorial service for Dorothy J. Dubendorf will also be conducted at the same time and place.
Suzanne Habein Muir
Suzanne Habein Muir 87 went Home to live in Gods presence forever early Friday October 14, 2011 from Maple Lawn Medical Care Facility, where she had resided since 2008. She suffered from Alzheimers disease and recent strokes. She was a follower of Jesus Christ and a member of Lockwood Community Church. She is survived by a step-son Philip (Margaret) Muir, of Quincy; a daughter, Marni (Phil) Butler of Edmonds, WA; an adopted daughter, Carolyn (Mike Swan) Sommerfeldt of Cambridge Ontario; seven grandchildren, and sixteen great-grandchildren. Her parents Floyd & Hazel Habein, sister Jane Morford, a granddaughter Deborah Sue Muir preceded her in death. Suzanne has lived in Montana, Illinois, Indiana, Washington State, and Michigan. She enjoyed 45 years of marriage with Rev. Charles W. Muir, a Presbyterian minister, until his death in 1992. Suzannes interests included singing in church choirs, the Seattle Civic Opera Chorus, the Seattle Chorale, and the Leonard Moore Chorale; teaching and playing piano; ceramics and other artistic crafts; and church ministries. She served in the U.S. Navy W.A.V.E. corps as an intelligence decoder at the Pentagon during World War II and earned a Music Education degree from Ball State University in Indiana. Suzanne was appreciated for her serving and caring attitude, her grateful and outgoing spirit, her sweet disposition, and her firm faith in Christ. Arrangements by Gillespie Funeral Home, Coldwater, with no visitation. After cremation, a memorial service is planned for November at Lockwood Community Church with details to be announced later. Memorial may be given to Lockwood Community church or the Alzheimers Association.
Mary C. Ligrano
Mary C. Ligrano 87 of Coldwater died Thursday October 6, 2011 at the Community Health Center of Branch Co. Mary was born November 8, 1923 in Barrea, Italy to Vincent and Anna Antonia (Vicchioni) Campana. She married Rudolph Ligrano August 9, 1948 in Los Angeles, CA, he preceded in death June 20, 1988.
Mary was a loving, devoted wife and mother. She came to the U. S. from Italy in 1928, when she was five years old and lived in Youngstown, OH until she was 18. She then moved to Los Angeles, CA where she worked hard to put her brother, Tony through College. She met her husband and raised her family there also. She and her family were members of West Hollywood Baptist Church.
After her children were grown she moved to Monterey, CA, joined the Lighthouse Christian Church, and lived there for many years. In 2006 she moved to Coldwater to be near her daughter and her family where she became a member of the Coldwater Baptist Church.
Mary volunteered for the Salvation Army using her crocheting skills to make clothes for dolls to distribute to children, distributing food to the needy, and taking children shopping for school clothes. She also volunteered with the Alliance On Ageing, driving people to doctors appointments and shopping. Nothing made her happier than to help others and make them happy.
Survivors include Daughter Linda (Paul) Lindner of Coldwater, Sons Rudy Ligrano, Jr. of Walden, NY, and Ron Ligrano of Los Angeles, CA. Grandchildren Chris Ligrano of Santa Barbara CA, Jeremy (Maria) Lindner of Scottsdale, AZ, Tim Lindner of Coldwater, MI and Benjamin Lindner of Baltimore MD. Brothers Tony Campana of Banning, CA and Pete Campana of Columbus, GA. Preceded in death by her parents.
A memorial services will be held 7:00 p.m. Monday October 10, 2011 at the Gillespie Funeral Home, Coldwater, with Terry Tomlinson officiating.
Memorial may be made to the Salvation Army
William Ralph Hance
William R. Hance, 78 of Coldwater passed away Tuesday October 4, 2011 at his home surrounded by friends and family. He was born Sept. 10, 1933 in Newburg, MO to Ralph and Anna Hance. William for many years of his life was a truck driver and lifetime member of the International Teamsters Union. William will also be remembered for his love of life, family, and friends and his passion for hunting and fishing.
In 1953 he married Dorothy Mueller and spent 58 wonderful years together. He is preceded in death by his parents, Sister Sally, half sisters Louise, Virginia, and Peggy, and brothers Raymond, Donald, Robert Joseph, and Douglas.
He is survived by his wife of 58 years Dorothy, their 4 children Dennis (Jo-Ellen), William (Mary), Duane (the late Mary Joyce), and David (Sue), his 5 grandchildren Dennis, Tiffany, Inamra, Mary Joyce II, April, 9 Great Grandchildren Kalim, Malik, Aliyah, William, Jorden, Bridgit, Caitlin, and Carsten. Sister Bonnie Rose, half sisters Norma Jean, Karen, and Helen, and half brother Randy.
Funeral services will be held 11:00 a.m. Friday Oct. 7 2011 at the Gillespie Funeral Home, Coldwater. Burial will be at Oak Grove Cemetery Coldwater. Memorials may be made to Community Health Center of Branch Co. Home Health and Hospice.
Kenneth E. Ohmer
Kenneth E. Ohmer, 87 of Coldwater died Friday September 23, 2011 at Sparrow Hospital Lansing, MI. He was born on March 31, 1924 in Yale, MI to Edward and Maude (Reeves) Ohmer. His parents preceded him in death. He graduated from Sexton High School in Lansing in 1941. Then enlisted in the US Navy. He served his country for nearly 6 years, with a portion of this time on the USS Lexington and in the Solomon Islands.He attending Michigan State University and earned his BS Degree in 1951. While there, he met his wife Marian and married her on Dec. 27 1949 in Auburn, IN. She preceded him in death on Dec. 25, 2010.Kenneth worked in fertilizer sales, but most of his career was spent working for the US Dept. of Agriculture. He retired in 1987 after 29 years.He enjoyed Tiger Baseball, MSU Sports, WW II history, ice cream, traveling and his family.He is survived by two sons and daughters in law: Tim (Ronda) of Independence, MO, Dan (Linda) of Albion, MI; Four grandchildren Jeffrey and Tiffani Ohmer of Independence, MO, and Jennifer and Lindsey Ohmer of Albion, MI. He is also survived by a brother and sister in law Edward (Ellen) Ohmer of Shawnee, KS, sister in law Millicent Miller of Grosse Pointe, MI, and brother in law and sister in law Milt and Pegi Riggs of Belleville, MI as well as a number of nieces and nephews.Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday September 28, 2011 at the Gillespie Funeral Home, Coldwater. Burial will be at Fort Custer National Cemetery in Augusta MI at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday September 28, 2011. Visitation will be held from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. Monday September 26, 2011 at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association or The MSU Alumni Association.
Jo-Ann Doty
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Jo-Ann Doty 71 of Coldwater passed away Sat. Sept. 10, 2011 at the Community Health Center of Branch Co. Jo-Ann was born November 21, 1939 in Eaton Rapids, MI to Maurice and Marguerite (Coffey) Doty. Jo-Ann graduated from Potterville High School in 1957. She worked as an insurance agent for 30 years. She also had her own cleaning business after retiring from the insurance business.She is survived by a son Scott (P.J.) Doty and grandchildren Adam and Paige, Cousin Dolores; brother Lynn (Mary Lou) Waldron of Delton, MI, sisters Barbara (Bryan) Howlett of Charlotte MI, Janet (Jim) Fritzler, Lansing, MI. Preceded in death by her parents and sister Dorothy Gilding.A Gathering of Family and Friends will be held at 1:30 p.m. Sat. September 17, 2011 at the Kinderhook Township Hall in Branch Co. MI. Memorial may be made to the charity of ones choiceArrangements by the Gillespie Funeral Home Coldwater, MI
Carol A. Myers -EnosCarol A. Myers-Enos 65 of Kalamazoo, MI died Tuesday September 6, 2011 in Kalamazoo. Carol was born January 16 1946 in Coldwater, MI to Dale and Betty (Van Orthwick) Myers. Carol married Michael Enos April 27, 1990 in Quincy MI.Carol graduated from Coldwater High School in 1963 and Davenport College in 1965.She recently retired from the banking industry. Carol enjoyed stamping and card making with her friends. She was an avid reader and enjoyed cooking, and traveling. She enjoyed spending time at Mackinac Island and the Smokey Mountains. She was a supportive mother, sister, daughter and grandmother. Survivors include: Husband: Michael; Daughters: Michelle Myers, Amy (Robert) Holman both of Kalamazoo, MI, Sara Enos of Grand Rapids, MI; Sons: Jason (Sarah) Enos, Joshua (Maria) Enos both of Kalamazoo; Grandchildren: Ashley (Cory) Kirklin, Geoffrey (Megan) Kirklin, Hannah and Caitlin Holman, Jacob Enos, Xavier Silva; Great Grandchild: Lucas Kirklin; Mother: Betty Myers of Coldwater, MI; Brothers: Thomas (Doris) Myers of Charlotte MI, Jerry (JoAnn) Myers of Coldwater; Sister: Linda (Dr. Harry Marshall) Myers of Marshall MI; Several Nieces and NephewsA Memorial service will be held 6:30 p.m. Friday September 9, 2011 at the Gillespie Funeral Home, Coldwater with Elder William Sager officiating. Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. until time of service Friday at the funeral home.Memorial may be made to the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, Kalamazoo MI (SPCA).
Kimberly Ann (Petch) Bailey
Kimberly A. (Petch) Bailey 42 of Coldwater went to be with the Lord on August 28, 2011 at the Community Health Center of Branch Co. Kim was born April 27, 1969 in Coldwater MI to Harold "Bill" and Mary (Schwartz) Petch. Kim married Jessrick L. Bailey June 13, 1995 in Las Vegas NV he preceded her in death May 6, 2007.Kim graduated in 1986 from Living Waters Christian School in Quincy, MI. She attended Jackson Community College. She was a member of the Coldwater Eagles. She enjoyed raising her daughters, and being with family and friends, she also enjoyed cooking. She worked at Grahls in Coldwater, and General Cable in Quincy MI.Survivors include her daughters Jessica A. Bailey and Landon L. Bailey both of Coldwater; Parents Bill and Mary Petch of Coldwater; Brother Tony (Lisa) Petch of Coldwater, Niece: Kathie Petch .Best Friend Brian Newton.Services will be held 1:00 p.m. Thurs September 1, 2011 at the Gillespie Funeral Home, Coldwater with Rev. David Pierce officiating. Burial will be at Oak Grove Cemetery, Coldwater. Visitation will be held from 11:00 a.m. until time of service on Thursday at the funeral home.Memorial may be made to the charity of ones choice.
Micheal Lynn Pierson
Micheal L. Pierson, 56 of Coldwater passed away at home August 17, 2011 following a courageous 2 year battle with cancer. Mike was born March 5, 1955 in Coldwater to Walt and Thelma (Spieth) Pierson. He married Julie Beth White on October 9, 1981 in Coldwater. She survives; they have 2 sons Lance of Coldwater and Mark (Ashley) of Oceanside CA. Mike graduated from Quincy High School in 1973. He was employed by Kaiser Electric for many years and also the Coldwater Board of Public Utilities. Mike enjoyed bowling which he did for several years in many leagues. He also enjoyed baseball his favorite team was the Detroit Tigers. He was a member of the First Baptist Church and active in United Commercial Travelers (UCT) both locally and at the state level as a Past Grand Counselor of Michigan. He enjoyed spending time with his family. Mike is survived by his wife Julie, 2 sons Lance and Mark (Ashley) Pierson, his father Walt Pierson of Coldwater, sisters Cathy (Glenn) Suever of Quincy, Lori (Scott) Luce of Quincy, Lynnette (Jeff) Heckart of Burlington, MI, brother Marty (LuAnne) Pierson of Battle Creek, and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his mother Thelma, Grandparents Earl & Mary (Frick) Pierson, and Forest & Elise (Sowles) Spieth.Funeral services will be held 11:00 a.m. Tuesday August 23, 2011 at the First Baptist Church in Coldwater. Visitation will be held Monday August 22, 2011 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at Gillespie Funeral Home, Coldwater and Tuesday from 10:00 a.m. until time of service at the church.Memorial may be made to the UCT Charities Inc. or the First Baptist Church. Envelops available at the funeral home.
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