Michael Ray McCord
Michael Ray McCord, 41, Palestine, passed away unexpectedly in his home Saturday, March 20, 2021.
Born in Warsaw Jan. 17, 1980, he was the son of Terry McCord and Cheryl (Heeter) Pitts. He attended Tippecanoe Valley High School and held several positions, working most recently as a painter for TEK Coat and Spray in South Whitley.
He is remembered as a father, son, brother and fun-loving friend. Mike, as many knew him, will be dearly missed by many and is also remembered for his ornery, fun-loving spirit. He enjoyed time with friends and family and adored time spent with his children. He also enjoyed wrestling, racing and camping.
Those who survive include his parents: mother, Cheryl (John Rhoads) Pitts of Mentone; and father, Terry McCord of Warsaw; children: Maya, Sarah, Sage, Samantha, Mikey Jr., Ellianna, Ethan, Emberlee; brother, Phillip McCord of Pierceton; sisters, Melissa Shaw of Claypool and Morgan (Geremy) Spicer of Greenville, Ohio; step-sister, Megan Cromes of Bradford, Ohio and paternal grandmother, Joann McCord of Warsaw. He is also survived by a large extended family and several nieces and nephews with whom he was very close. He was preceded in passing by his maternal grandparents and by his paternal grandfather.
Friends may join the family for visitation from noon-2 p.m. Saturday, March 27. Michael’s funeral service will follow at 2 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, please consider helping the family with the incredibly unexpected final expenses. Donations may be made through Michael’s obituary page at www.TitusFuneralHome.com