Michelle Lynn (Pomerenke) Bedier
September 23, 2014
On September 23, 2014, the world lost one of its most beautiful smiles ever created. Michelle Lynn (Pomerenke) Bedier gained her heavenly wings and emersed into eternal rest after fighting an inspirational battle with breast cancer.
Visitation will be Sunday, September 28, 2014 from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Federated Church in Bondurant, Iowa, 103 2nd Street SW. Funeral services will be Monday, September 29, 2014 at 2 p.m., also at the Federated Church, followed by burial at Bondurant Cemetery.
Michelle was born November 18, 1968 in Sheldon, Iowa, daughter of Jerry and Carol Pomerenke. Michelle graduated from Sheldon Community High School in 1987 and continued her education at Buena Vista College where she earned a teaching degree. As an elementary teacher, Michelle excelled and passed on her love to hundreds of kids fortunate enough to have her. She first taught at Diagonal Community Schools where she met her future husband, Jeff Bedier. They were united in marriage on July 11, 1998 in Bondurant. She continued to teach in Bondurant where she touched lives for 20 years. Michelle was an active member of Cross Point United Methodist Church. Anyone who ever met her was a better person after the fact, whether a parent, student, or fellow teacher. She of course had a passion for teaching but her love for her family was unprecedented. She cherished the time that she could attend her children’s school activities and sporting events. She gave up coaching to raise her family, and was the rock of the family, doing virtually everything that came along. She cannot be replaced, but she has taught us so much about how to live life day to day.
Despite all of her pain and suffering from cancer, she never lost that great smile or her faith in God and His plan.
Michelle is survived by her husband of 16 years, Jeff; children, Tanner (15), Alexis (12), and Hallie (9); her mother, Carol Pomerenke, with whom she had a very special relationship, and Carol’s special friend, Dave Reiners; her father, Jerry Pomerenke; mother-in-law, Peggy Bedier; sister-in-law, Kristy Jarred; and many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. Michelle was preceded in death by her brother, Steve; father-in-law, Lloyd “Boots” Bedier; and her grandparents, Vern and Harriet Reimers and Henry and Viola Pomerenke.
Memorial contributions may be directed to her children’s college funds, as she would want them to excel on to further education.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
Jim & Joy Goins
09/25/2014
Michelle had a way of bringing joy to everybody she met! There is nothing a person can say or do to ease the loss of your wife, mother, and daughter but find comfort in God's grace as Michelle did these past months.
Rose Magnussen
09/25/2014
My sincere sympathy to all of Michelle's family. My heart aches for all of you and is keeping you close in prayer! Rose
Becky McCool
09/25/2014
Michelle was such a great example and mentor to the young women she coached(my daughter Jessi, was one of many). No words, can express the sadness her loss brings..but her spirit will guide her family forever.
Stan & Marlys Korthals, George
09/25/2014
We knew Michelle as she was growing up...always enjoyed her smile. We have been praying for her and your whole family as you've gone through a very difficult time. We'll continue praying for you.
Cindy & Dick Blonigan
09/25/2014
Jeff & family, our sympathies and prayers are with all of you. Remember she is always with you in spirit and within your beautiful children.
Liz Wiley
09/25/2014
Michelle's personality fit right in when she taught at Diagonal. She sometimes subbed as a bus driver after school. Her patients were great as she let one kindergarten boy off he couldn't wait any longer and would go to the bathroom by the bus. Michelle would patiently hide him with the bus till he ran down the driveway. She was a caring soul.
She also served as a worship leader at church and when two ornery men put cookies in the collection plate she bout lost it in front of everybody.
Several from our community welcome her home I'm sure.
Jeff & Jeana Wollmuth
09/25/2014
Our sympathies go out to Shelly's family, parents and many friends. You always felt better when you were around Shelly. She was a very special person and a good friend. She will be missed! #Classof87
Mark & Jeri Postma
09/25/2014
Carol and family-
Our prayers are with all of you as you mourn Michelle's passing. Be comforted with knowing she is now in heaven with our savior!
Matt and Lisa Meendering
09/25/2014
Our condolences go out to Shelly's family and her parents. Draw strength and comfort by thinking about all of the lives she was able to touch in a positive way while here. Shelly possessed a gift of providing a smile and comfort to those around her. Her influence will live on in those that she taught and knew.
Denise (Sterler) Beimers
09/24/2014
Shelly will be truly missed.God has received a angel. May your loving memories of Shelly, comfort and ease the pain. I am praying for you and your family.