Mr Gordon R Bathrick's Obituary
Gordon “Gordie” Bathrick passed away at home by his family on August 6th 2013; he was 66 years old. Gordie was born on Christmas day 1946 to Fay and Mildred Bathrick. His family left Muskegon and he was raised in Rochester, Indiana. In 1968, he married the former Diane Hermann and they returned to Muskegon so he could begin his career at Sealed Power Corporation. They were blessed with 45 years of marriage and 3 children. Gordie was a strong man of faith, and was a member of Bethel Baptist Church in Fruitport. He enjoyed golfing, working on his lawn and cars, watching sports, and serving others. He was a dedicated, hardworking, persistent man of faith that will be deeply missed. SURVIVORS include his wife Diane; 3 children: Scott (Kimberly) Bathrick, Todd (Jaci) Bathrick, and Sara (Ben) Vawter; 7 grandchildren: Kaleb, Hanna, Maci, Logan, Bailey, Jacob and Paige; 2 brothers: Kenneth (Marlene), and Keith (Carolyn) Bathrick; 6 sisters: Ardith (Bill) Adams, Arlene Hounshell, Karen (Dan) Gibson, Carolyn (Jim) Wagoner, Marilyn Townsend, and Gail (Mark) Hayden. He was preceded in death by his parents. Services will be held at 11:00 am on Monday, August 12, 2013 at Bethel Baptist Church 213 Oak Street Fruitport, MI 49415, with Pastor Paul Lamberson officiating. VISITATION will be held on Sunday, August 11, 2013 from 2-5 at The Lee Chapel 6291 S. Harvey St. Norton Shores 231-798-1100. Memorial Contributions can be made to the Bethel Baptist Church or Harbor Hospice.
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