Michael W Bridgewater Obituary
In loving memory of Michael W Bridgewater of Nelsonville, Ohio, who departed this world on June 5, 2025 at the age of 57. Michael leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
As Michael departs from this earthly realm, his essence lingers — a whisper on the wind, a ripple on the water — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of life and death. Though Michael may no longer walk beside us, his spirit lives on in the memories and the legacy Michael leaves behind.
He was predeceased by: his mother Sheila L. Bridgewater; his daughter Angel Smith; and his sister Christina Bridgewater. He is survived by: his father Glen Bridgewater of Florida; his wife Carol M. Hicks Bridgewater; his children, Jess Gates and Cory Gates (Carrie); his stepchildren, Beth Smith, Megan Smith, James Wolford and Suzanna Wolford; and his brother Chris Bishop.
A reception will be held on Thursday, June 12th 2025 from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM at the Bigony-Jordan Funeral Home (5258 Washington Rd, Albany, OH 45710).
