Mikel Bridge 72, loving husband to his sweet heart Judy Bridge who he met and was married to in May of 1993, passed away November 3rd, 2021. Mikel was born in Brownfield, Texas on October 21st, 1949 to Ervin and Virginia Bridge. He attended and graduated from Stanton schools in 1970. Mikel was a loving husband, father, grandfather and great friend. He was rarely to meet a stranger and was sure to always put a smile on your face. Mikel was known for his love of fishing, camping and hunting he loved the outdoors and was fond of the many fishing trips he accompanied on over the years. Mikel lived a full life and always had a great attitude and more than willing to lend a hand to anybody who needed it.
Mikel is survived by wife, Judy Bridge of Stanton, one sister, Sandra Whitehead and husband Gary of Nemo, two children, Tonya Hilario and husband Tommy of Big Spring, Phillip Bridge of Abilene; two stepsons, Garry Don Thompson of Voss, TX and JJ Thompson and wife Jamie of Stanton TX; grandchildren, Taylor, Josh Bridge, Lane Williams, Helena Bridge, Dylon and Devon Thompson and Ashlynn Spencer. Mikel was preceded in death by parents Ervin and Virginia Bridge.
Viewing will be from 1:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., Sunday, November 7, 2021 at Gilbreath Funeral Home in Stanton. Graveside service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Monday, November 8, 2021 at Evergreen Cemetery in Stanton. Pallbearers will be Lane Williams, Phillip Bridge, Taylor Bridge, Randy Doshier, JJ Thompson, Isaac Letkeman, Billy Welch, and Tommy Miller
In lieu of flowers, please send memorials to Evergreen Cemetery Association, PO Box 224, Stanton, TX 79782 or First Baptist Church of Stanton, PO Box 1168, Stanton, TX 79782.
Arrangements are under the direction of Gilbreath Funeral Home of Stanton. Online condolences may be made at www.npwelch.com.