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Orrilla Bisnett Obituary

Orrilla J. Bisnett Kimball Orrilla J. Bisnett, age 80 of Kimball died June 4, 2011 in her home after a long illness. She was born May 2, 1931 to Charles and Mildred Tucker. She married John P. Bisnett on June 6, 1953 in Indiana. Orrilla worked at Prestolite for 45 years retiring in 1994. She was a member of the Lions Club, and the VFW Auxiliary. She loved to travel with her family. She is survived by her husband of nearly 58 years, John P. Bisnett of Kimball; 3 sons, Dale (Sue) Bisnett of North Carolina, Curtis (Linda) Bisnett of Port Huron, and Lloyd Bisnett of Virginia; 9 grandchildren, Steve (Tracy), Brad (Erica), Corey (Alisha), Allen, Lajaya, Brian, Curtis Jr., Karissa, and Ashley Bisnett; 4 great-grandchildren; 2 brothers, Clarence (Lula Mae) Tucker, and Jim (Rose) Tucker; 2 sisters, Doris Gilroy, and Beulah Cristik; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her son, John F. Bisnett. A funeral service will take place at 11 a.m. Thursday in the Smith Family Funeral Home - North, 1525 Hancock Street with The Rev. Max Amstutz officiating. Visitation will be Tuesday and Wednesday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association or the American Lung Association. www.smithfamilyfuneralhome.com.

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Published by The Times Herald on Jun. 6, 2011.

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Kelly Tucker

June 9, 2011

Iam so very thankful for the way that Uncle Jack & Aunt Orrilla welcomed me into the family almost 30 years ago when I married thier nephew Ray. They both have always been wonderful to me! Praying for the whole family. Much Love & Many Blessings- Kelly Tucker

Wade and Paulette Kruger

June 8, 2011

Remembering Orrilla from when we were neighbors on Randolf Street. May she rest in Peace. Our thoughts and prayers to John and Family.

lajaya bisnett

June 7, 2011

grandpa im so so sad that we have lost grandma we love you both so much please stay strong and know you are both in our hearts for ever i love you lajaya bisnett

American Heart Association

June 7, 2011

May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.

Pamela Bisnett

June 6, 2011

Sorry to hear about Ma's passing. She will be deeply missed. Know I'm sending prayers for you and the family.

Fifth Third Bank

June 6, 2011

John, So sorry to hear of Orrillas passing she was such a sweet lady. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.

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