Herbert M. Michel

Herbert M. MichelHerbert Matthew Michel, 97, Tipton, died at 12:20 p.m. Thursday, January 11, 2007 at Miller's Merry Manor in Tipton.  He was born February 9, 1909 in New Oregon, Iowa to Henry W. & Emma (Kuntz) Michel.  On August 4, 1939, he married Mary Elizabeth Pyke and she survives.He was retired from Pioneer Hi-Bred International, Inc.  Herb was a member and past deacon of West Street Christian Church in Tipton. He was a life member of the Tipton Elks Lodge #1012 and was a member of American Legion Post 46.  He served in the U.S. Army during WWII and served with Patton's Third earning 3 Battle Stars.Herb is survived by his wife Mary Elizabeth; a nephew, Stephen Foster Appleton, Shelbyville, who was raised in their home, and several other nieces and nephews.  He was preceded in death by four brothers and five sisters.His funeral will be at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, January 13 at Young-Nichols Funeral Home with Rev. Janice Burns-Watson presiding.  Burial will be in Fairview Cemetery, Tipton.  Visitation will be from 12:00 noon - 2:00 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home.Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of the donor's choice.