Gary Roger Pidgen
Gary Roger Pidgen, 64, of Pickford, and Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, died unexpectedly at his home in Pickford March 17, 2016. He was born April 2, 1951, in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, to Oliver and Dorothy (Addison) Pidgen.
Gary is survived by his wife, Marcia Ruth (Basel) Pidgen, whom he married July 6, 1996; son, Bradley Pidgen; daughter, Keri Pidgen; stepson, Scott (Jessica) Wickersham; stepdaughter, Elizabeth Wickersham; and grandchildren, Mackenzie, Maddisyn and Olivia Evans, Annik Pidgen, and Emma and Jacob Wickersham. He is also survived by sisters, Stella Swift and Judy (Roland) Cornacchi; brother, Dennis (Sharon) Pidgen; mother-in-law, Ruth Basel; brother-in-law, Terry (Anne) Basel; sister-in-law, Joan (Ron) Altman; and many nieces and nephews.
Michigan services were Tuesday, March 22, at R. Galer Funeral Home, 24549 S. M-129 in Pickford. Visitation was followed by the funeral service beginning that afternoon.
There will also be a memorial celebration in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario.
Friends and family are invited to a celebration of Gary’s life at Northwood Funeral Home Cremation and Reception Centre (942 Great Northern Road, 705-945-7758) Saturday, April 2, from noon until 3p.m.
Memorial contributions may be made to St. John Lutheran Youth Group, 460 W. Erie Street, Rogers City, MI 49779 or the charity of your choice.
R. Galer Funeral Home in Pickford, is serving the family. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.rgalerfuneralhome.com.