Michael S. Bische
June 24, 1946 ~ October 22, 2015
Michael S. Bische, 69, Martinsville, died peacefully at home, surrounded by loved ones on October 22, 2015. Mike was born June 24, 1946, in Louisville, Kentucky, to the late Albert F. and Lillian (Leather) Bische.
He graduated from Greenwood High School in 1964 and proudly served in the United States Air Force during the Vietnam War. He was employed at the Chrysler Foundry for 25 years, retiring in 1999 as a Skilled Trades Supervisor. Mike was a member of the American Legion Post #500, Brookside Masonic Lodge #720, Murat Shrine and the Scottish Rite. He was a faithful member of the Church at Mt. Gilead in Mooresville and was also a longtime firefighter with the Green Township Fire & Rescue, where he served as Assistant Chief. Mike was on the board of the Purdue Extension and was a longtime supporter of 4-H. He was an avid race car fan, was part owner of the Whiteland Raceway Park, and founder of the Banta Boys Race Team. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and enjoyed collecting classic cars. Above all, Mike loved to spend time with his family, especially being an ever present role model for his grandchildren. He will be missed by a loving family and many friends.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son, Michael Sean Bische.
Survivors include his wife, Leigh Ann Bische, to whom he was united in marriage August 18, 1990; sons, Christopher Aaron Bische of Speedway, Chad Harvey Smallman (Jennifer) of Martinsville, Matthew Paul Smallman of Martinsville, Parker Smallman of Martinsville; brother, Gene Bische of Las Vegas, Nevada; daughter-in-law, Krisit Bische; grandchildren, Lyla Victoria and Easton Sean Bische; Noah Hunter and Cole Taig Bische; Caleb and Tyler Smallman.
Friends and family will gather to celebrate the life of Michael S. Bische on Sunday, October 25, 2015, 4 to 8 p.m., at the Church at Mt. Gilead, 5019 E. State Road 144, Mooresville. The funeral service will be officiated by Revs. David Thurman and Jeff Faull at 11 a.m., Monday, October 26, 2015, in the church. Burial will follow at I.O.O.F Cemetery, Waverly. Memorial contributions may be made to Mashoko Hippo Valley Christian Mission, PO Box 686, Grayson, KY 41143-0686 or to Whitefields World Ministries, PO Box 80556, Lansing, MI 48908-0556. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Carlisle – Branson Funeral Service & Crematory, Mooresville. Visit www.CarlisleBranson.com to share a favorite memory or to sign the online guest registry.
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See you soon brother, in the meantime give Mom, Dad, and Sean a big hug and a kiss for me.
I work with Holly and I just wanted to say how sorry I am for your loss and keep you in our prayers. What a blessing knowing we will see loved ones again! Mike and Sabra Ann Stark
I have not known Michael and LeighAnn as long as others in our church but for these last few times, what lovely people they have been. Very gracious, lovely people! My most sincere sympathies go out to LeighAnn and all the family are friends. May God bless you in your coming days and be a great comfort to you always.
LeighAnn, I just learned this evening of your loss and wanted to let you know that I am thinking of you and your family. My heart goes out to you and I pray that the many wonderful memories you have will bring you comfort.
LeighAnn, What a meaningful life Mike lived and he will be sorely missed. God be with you during this time. Barb Bias
My prayers and thoughts are with Leigh Ann and family at their loss of Mike. Mike was always an inspiration to me. At the Saturday morning men’s bible study I always enjoyed Mike’s comments and his points of view. He had a great understanding of God’s word and it showed in his life, his walk with Christ and his generosity. He will truly be missed.
My prayers & thoughts are also with Leigh Ann & family. Mike will be truly missed. He was such a insperational man with a huge heart for our Lord & Savior Jesus. I always loved to sit next to Mike at our men’s bible study on Saturday mornings as I felt as if I was a young Timothy in the presence of a much wiser Paul. Love you brother & miss you dearly & I will see you in heaven when I get there my friend. Jeff Thomas.
I love you Uncle Mike. You have taught me many things, but my favorite lesson from you is to live life to the fullest. I will miss hearing your fishing stories with you and Aunt LeighAnn and thanks for getting me into racing. For those last few years I got to see you, they have truly impacted my life. You have inspired me to live my life more like Jesus and pursue the things I want in life. I cant wait to see you again.