Michael Stites

Mr. Michael Stites age 55 of Salem passed away Friday, March 16 at his home.

Mr. Stites was born May 6, 1956 in Scottsburg, Indiana the son of Loren and Harriett Katherine VanMeter Stites.  He was an employee of Miswaco as an inventory and asset control manager.

He is survived by his wife:  Ruthann Nickles Stites.  They were married October 14, 1989.  He is also survived by a son:  Justin Stites of Dayton, Ohio, a daughter:  Mary Rose Stites of Richmond, Indiana, a step-daughter:  Lindsey Marie Young of Louisville, Kentucky, two sisters:  Pauline Kimmel of Normon, Oklahoma and Janet Rodgers of Madison, and 2 grandchildren.