Michael L. Bigelow

Michael L. Bigelow Age 66, passed away August 8, 2011 in Grand Ledge, MI. Born on March 28, 1945 to Myron (deceased) and Rita Bigelow in Flint, MI, he graduated from Flushing High School and went on to complete his BS degree in Animal Husbandry from Michigan State University. He began his career in livestock at Oscar Mayer in WI and then returned to MI to work for Michigan Livestock Exchange (MLE). He retired from MLE with 28 years of service and continued his career at Parks Livestock in IL for the past 11 years. His exceptional character filled with hard work, dedication, integrity, and humor was evident to all who had the privilege of working with him and as a result he impacted many lives as a mentor and friend. He was a devoted husband for 37 years to his wife Norma, a dedicated father to Tracy Middaugh (Mike Tewksbury), William Grindey (Kristie), and Cori Downey (Adam), and a loving grandfather to 7 grandchildren (Morgan, Brandon, Alexandria, Sabrina, Haley, Nicholas, and Tyler). He is also survived by his sisters Kathleen Tarrant and Terry Bigelow, brother Richard Bigelow (Cheryl), and numerous nieces and nephews. He was a devoted Spartan fan, an avid reader, and also enjoyed photography. He will be deeply missed by his family and friends. The funeral will be held Monday, August 15, 2011, 11:00 a.m. at the Holihan-Atkin Funeral Home, Grand Ledge with Pastor Ed Milam officiating. Interment will follow at Delta Center Cemetery. Visitation will be held Saturday 6-8pm and Sunday 2-4p.m. and 6-8p.m. In lieu of flowers the family requests that you make contributions to the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources Scholarship Fund at Michigan State University or to Sparrow Hospice. Online guest book entries may be made at www.holihanatkin.com