Dec. 7, 1958 - Jan. 8, 2013

MIDDLEBURY - Mitchell J. "Mitch" Pike, 54, of Middlebury passed away at his home after an extended illness at 1:40 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 8, 2013.

He was born in Elkhart on Dec. 7, 1958, to Paul E. and Sharon K. (Cripe) Pike. His father, Paul, survives him at home, but his mother precedes him in death.

Also surviving are a brother, Donald E. (Cindy) Pike of Middlebury; niece Nicole L. Pike; stepniece Nicole Loomis; great-nieces Ciara Pike and Bailey Shiltz; great-nephew Tyler Myers; and great-stepnephew Kameron Loomis.

In accordance with Mitch's wishes, no services have been scheduled and burial will take place at 2 p.m. today, Jan. 9, 2013, at Little Pine Cemetery in Goshen. Billings Funeral Home, Elkhart, is handling the arrangements.

Mitch enjoyed fishing, playing bingo and the lottery, spending time with his Harley-Davidson friends and watching Notre Dame football.

Memorial donations may be sent to the family at 53352 LaPlace Drive, Middlebury, IN 46540.

Nicole pike, elkhart, IN Uncle Mitch! I'm sorry you didn't get the funeral you wanted. It wasn't the party party you always talked bout. So glad your with grandma now and the pain is gone.. Lots of unforgettable memories we have together. I miss you so much already. I love you, Mitchell pike

David Tom, Elkhart, IN So sorry about the loss. We love you . We had many laughs and great memories. Your family will be in our hearts The Entire Tom Family

Rick Proctor, Topeka, IN Don and Paul ,you will always have Mitch in your heart and all the wonderful memories of him. He will never be forgotten...Rick and Donna Proctor

Carla Cooper, Elkhart, IN Donny and Paul, So sorry to hear of Mitch's passing. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Carla Cooper