Gerald L. Pike, age 74 of Culver, passed away Monday, October 29, 2012 in his residence.
Gerald was born in Plymouth, Indiana on November 9, 1937 to Ira and Ada (Culp) Pike. He attended West High School until 1953. On January 26, 1961, Gerald enlisted into the Army National Guard, serving during Vietnam until his honorable discharge on August 15, 1966.
Gerald married Caroline Sue (VanBlaricom) Pike on April 6, 1991 in Bremen, Indiana. He worked for Bendix (Honeywell) making carbon disk brakes for air lines for 27 years until his retirement in 1995.
Both his wife and he had a love for nature, especially hummingbirds which they collected many figurines through the years. He used to like to shoot squirrels, but through the years he began to watch and enjoy them instead. He loved to go camping, fishing in the little creek, golfing, and was a Chicago Cubs fan. He enjoyed listening to Jimmy Swaggart Ministries on the television.
He is survived by his wife, Caroline, of Culver, two daughters, Nannette Guard of Madisonville,TN and Tammy Miller of New Paris, IN; and a son, Sherman Pike of Plymouth, IN. Also surviving are four step-daughters: Cheryl R. (David) Jones of Bremen, IN, Cara J. (Ron) Bunton of Bremen, IN, Tracy E. (Chris) Harast of Chicago, IL, and Tonia S. (Tim) Tillotson of Bourbon, IN; his brother, Roger A. (Roberta) Pike on Monterey, TN, and his sister, Carol J. (David) Morgan of Grays Lake, IL. 23 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren also survive.
Gerald was preceded in death by his parents, brothers: Wilbur Pike, Forrest Pike, Lloyd Pike; sisters, Zelma Pike and Florence Lane, and 5 grandchildren.
Visitation will be held Thursday, November 1, 2012, from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. in the Johnson-Danielson Funeral Home, 1100 North Michigan St., Plymouth.
Funeral services will be held on Friday, November 2, 2012, at 11:00 a.m. in the Johnson-Danielson Funeral Home. Chaplain Tom Padberg, Center for Hospice Care, will officiate.
Interment will be in New Oakhill Cemetery with Military Honors provided by members of the American Legion Post 27, Veterans of Foreign War- Marshall County Post 1162 and D.A.V.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Center for Hospice Care 112 South Center St., Plymouth, IN 46563.
Jack says
Your are in our thoughts and prayers.
All our Love,
Altie, Mark, Lyzz and Chelsea Pike
Jack and Deb Huffer
Laurel & Teena Pike & family
Brenda & Steve Lemler & family
Candy& Jim Pike
Dan Korp says
My thoughts and Prayers are with you all at this time of sorrow. May you find comfort in the arms of your Lord knowing that Gerald is rejoicing with Him in Heaven. I am sorry that I can not be there to grief with you.
Theresa Shook-Quardokus says
Nanette~
I\’m so sorry to hear of the passing of your father. I wanted to send you a little note letting you know that you and your family will be in our prayers today, and the days ahead. Warmest regards,
Theresa Shook~Quardokus
Patti (Finkbiner) Anderson says
Nanette, I am so sorry to hear about your dad. You and your family are in my prayers. May Our God\’s peace come to you in this time of need.
Peggy Smith says
We were sorry to hear about Gerald\’s passing. Please know you and all your family is in our prayers today.
Kaye Capron (Lester) Plymouth, IN
Becke (Capron) & Jim Ammons Fort Wayne, IN
Peggy (Capron) & Randy Smith Eaton Rapids, MI
David/ Dianna Pointon says
So sorry for your loss. He was a great man. Prayers going out to you all.
vickie culp plazarin says
Thoughts and prayers go to all I hadn\’t seen Gerald in many years but thought of the Pike branch of the family often
Jack says
Your are in our thoughts and prayers.
All our Love,
Altie, Mark, Lyzz and Chelsea Pike
Jack and Deb Huffer
Laurel & Teena Pike & family
Brenda & Steve Lemler & family
Candy& Jim Pike
Dan Korp says
My thoughts and Prayers are with you all at this time of sorrow. May you find comfort in the arms of your Lord knowing that Gerald is rejoicing with Him in Heaven. I am sorry that I can not be there to grief with you.
Theresa Shook-Quardokus says
Nanette~
I\’m so sorry to hear of the passing of your father. I wanted to send you a little note letting you know that you and your family will be in our prayers today, and the days ahead. Warmest regards,
Theresa Shook~Quardokus
Patti (Finkbiner) Anderson says
Nanette, I am so sorry to hear about your dad. You and your family are in my prayers. May Our God\’s peace come to you in this time of need.
Peggy Smith says
We were sorry to hear about Gerald\’s passing. Please know you and all your family is in our prayers today.
Kaye Capron (Lester) Plymouth, IN
Becke (Capron) & Jim Ammons Fort Wayne, IN
Peggy (Capron) & Randy Smith Eaton Rapids, MI
David/ Dianna Pointon says
So sorry for your loss. He was a great man. Prayers going out to you all.
vickie culp plazarin says
Thoughts and prayers go to all I hadn\’t seen Gerald in many years but thought of the Pike branch of the family often