Othal A Baggett

     Othal A. Baggett, age 88, a longtime resident of Northville, passed away July 3, 2016. He was born on October 28, 1927; son of Vermer E. and Ila (nee Osborne) Baggett. He proudly served in the United States Army during World War II. Bim, as everyone called him, was united in marriage to Bernice A. Lute on August 8, 1948; next month would have marked their 68th wedding anniversary.       Bim owned and operated Baggett Roofing and Siding, Co. for 47 years; he was a great man to work for because he treated his employees like family. He built many houses in the Northville area, was always busy and enjoyed working. Bim’s hobbies included, buying cars and trucks at auctions and the challenge of cleaning and fixing them to sell. He was known for always having a smile and being a loving husband, father, grandfather, and friend.       He is survived by his wife Bernice; his children, Darlene (the late Bruce) Anderson, Ronald Baggett, Shirlee (Michael) Murphy, Terrie Johnson, and Kristine (Kim Short) Baggett; 7 grandchildren; and 8 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, his sister Louise Dowlin, and his brothers Oliver and Delbert Baggett.       Visitation will be held Wednesday, July 6, 2016 from 4-8pm. A funeral service will be held Thursday, July 7, 2016 at 11am at Casterline Funeral Home, 122 West Dunlap, Northville. Pastor Christopher Fairbairn with St. Paul’s Lutheran Church will officiate the service. Bim will be laid to rest at Rural Hill Cemetery in Northville.        Memorial contributions would be appreciated to the American Heart Association, 3816 Paysphere Circle, Chicago, IL 60674 or a charity of the giver’s choice.