Mount Zion, Illinois
MOUNT ZION - Michel Lee Cowger II, "Big Mike", 37, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Monday, June 15, 2009 at 6:04 A.M. in his home, surrounded by his family. Funeral services will be at 10:00 A.M. Thursday, June 18, 2009 at Dawson & Wikoff Funeral Home, Mt. Zion, IL. Burial will be at Marrowbone Township Cemetery, Bethany, IL. Visitation will be from 5:00 – 8:00 P.M. Wednesday evening at Dawson & Wikoff Funeral Home, Mt. Zion. Masonic rites will be accorded at 8:00 P.M. Wednesday evening at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society. Messages of condolence may be directed to the family via email at www.dawson-wikoff.com. Michel was a gentle giant, his heart as big as he. Michel loved to be surrounded by family and friends. His biggest enjoyment was being involved with his children, nieces and nephews. Michel also gave of himself to his community. He was a member of the South Macon Masonic Lodge and was a volunteer Fire Fighter with the Mt. Zion Fire Department. He coached his son's Little League Baseball team and was an official through the I.H.S.A. For himself, he loved to golf, camp and put together model planes to fly. Michel was employed by the Decatur Park District Airport. Michel's whole purpose of living was his beautiful wife, Lori (Jarvis) Cowger; his children, Samuel (9), Jacob (6), and Elizabeth (2), all of Mt. Zion, IL; his mother, Rosalea Cowger; his father, Michel L. Cowger I and wife Sandra; mother-in-law, Violet Jarvis, father-in-law, Ed Jarvis and wife Paula; siblings, Bunny Crist and husband Cameron, LaDonna Cowger, Tammy Myers and husband Brian, and Barbie Davis; sisters-in-law, Ashley Jarvis, Sarah Jarvis, and Bonnie Scroggins, brother-in-law, Shelby Jarvis; grandparents-in-law, Paul Devore and wife Barb. He also leaves behind numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, and a host of special friends. He was preceded in death by a son, Michel Lee Cowger III, maternal grandparents, Ross and Fannie Whitacre; paternal grandparents, Earl and Amanda Cowger; step grandparents, Gilbert and Ethel Kennedy; one uncle and one aunt. Obituary written by family members. Online guest book at www.legacy.com/herald-review/Obituaries.asp
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Well, it's been a month since you've been gone...just seems like yesterday.. I miss you more than I can express in words. My husband, the father of my children, my best friend, my soul mate. Until we see each other again, I will love you always and forever!!!
July 14, 2009
Michel will always be remembered, never forgotten, & forever loved, you all will always be dear to us, I pray that God holds all of you in his arms, comforts you, God Bless your family. Your all special not to just a few, but to several. We love you!
Paula True
July 10, 2009 | Stonington, IL
I am very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prays are will all of your family at this time. Just allow God to keep His ever loving and very comforting arms wrapped around each member of the family for as long as needed and longer. God bless you all.
Carol Denton
June 25, 2009 | Tyler, TX
To the family..
Although i did not know Mike as well as I know Sandy and Tammy, I do remember him from school and from seeing him in sports. I just remember him being taller than life and having a great family. I am so sorry to hear about his passing and regret not being there for his visitation. Keep your faith in the lord and know that Mike is free now, painfree and watching above you smiling. Keep those children of his close and tell them all the wonderful things about their dad. ...
June 25, 2009
Michel I miss you so much and Im in comfort knowing that you are in the Masters hands now pain free. Rest now my brother and know that you are forever loved, your children wil carry a great legacy and we will see you in them everyday as they grow up.
big sister Tammy
June 24, 2009
Lori, I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Mike. I have so many great memories of the games nights we had before you guys were married. Sorry I lost touch over the years. I am so happy to hear about your lovely family. Wish I could have been apart of the ceremony. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sheila Wood
(Quinlan)
June 24, 2009
To the family of Michael Cowger...We are so sorry to hear of Mike's passing.
You are all in our prayers and thoughts..God bless... Don and Pattie Farris.
June 19, 2009
I am so sorry to hear about Mike's passing. I will be praying for you all. Romans 8:14-18 With Love,
Misty Whitacre
June 18, 2009 | Milan, IL
I am certain you are an Angel now. Rest in peace. God bless and keep your family.
Mary (Morelan) Paul
June 18, 2009 | Springfield, IL
