BORN

1926

DIED

2013

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J. Kevin Tidd Funeral Home

208 W Erie St

Albion, Michigan

Raymond Estelle Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jan. 18, 2013.

Raymond Estelle, age 86 of Battle Creek formerly of Homer passed away Wednesday,
January 16, 2013 at his residence. He was born May 1, 1926 to Paul B. and
Gula I. Estelle in Homer, Michigan.

Raymond attended school in Homer through his junior year, was drafted into the Navy during
WWII, when he returned, he graduated form Marshall High School, he then went to
Alighright College in Battle Creek, where he graduated. He loved sports, boating, fishing, hunting and
playing cards. After his father's death, he operated the Paul Estelle Iron and Metal of Homer, now
Estelle Iron and Metal and Auto Parts for 36 years. He provided housing for many people
in need. He was a life long resident of Michigan.

Raymond is survived by:

Son- Floyd (Karla) Estelle of Madison, WI

(3) Granddaughters- Dr. Lestlie Estelle of Madison, WI, Rebecca Forbes of Stevens Point, WI
Kaitlin Estelle of Rhinelander, WI
(2) Great Granddaughters
(1) Great Grandson

Soul mate Beverly Swank of 41 years

Sisters-Kathleen Vincent of Battle Creek
Marian Teal of Warren
Several nieces and nephews

According to his wishes, Cremation has taken place.

A Memorial Service will be held Sunday, January 20, 2013 at 2:00 P.M. with Pastor Jeremy Williams officiating. Visitation starting at 1:00 P.M. at the ERIE STREET Chapel of J. Kevin Tidd Funeral Home, 208 West Erie Street,
Albion, Michigan 49224.

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January 25, 2013

Dennis McKinley

Mr. Estelle was a great guy to know. My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

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