Obituary of Jesse James Bijarro

Jesse James Bijarro was born in Toledo, Ohio on August 19, 1956. He was one of thirteen children born from the union of the late Manuel and the late Fern (Stow) Bijarro. Jesse attended Erie Mason Schools. He was a hard worker all his life and supported his family while being employed at Ford Motor Company for fourteen years, retiring in 2006. Although, Jesse was known to be hard headed and set in his ways, he was “Superman” to his family. He was highly “street smart” and family and friends knew they could always count on him. He was very generous to others in need often supporting many charities including the Salvation Army, Goodfellows, and local veterans organizations to name a few. Jesse had quite the sweet tooth and looked forward to spoiling his grandchildren with his favorite sugary snacks, eggnog, donuts, and ice cream. When he was fortunate to have quiet time he often enjoyed listening to “The Blues” and shooting pool. Jesse James Bijarro, age 60 of Newport passed away on Wednesday, November 2, 2016 at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit. In addition to his parents and grandparents, his passing was preceded by two brothers: B.J. Bijarro and Ray Bijarro. To cherish his memory he leaves six children: Madeline Bijarro (Joshua Revels) of Monroe, Priscilla Stump (Justin Close) of Monroe, Jennifer Bijarro (Ahmed Hinadi) of Dearborn, Jesse (Stephanie) Bijarro of Detroit, Bernadette Bijarro (Corey Pongracz) of Taylor and Justin (Autumn) Byrd of Monroe; wife: Angeline Bijarro; six brothers: Juan Carlos Bijarro, Anthony Bijarro, Robert Bijarro, Manuel “Gordy” Bijarro, Al Smith, and Jake Smith; four sisters: Raquel Bijarro, Yolanda Pribyl, Manuella Hide and Sarah (Stephen) Reese; seven grandchildren: Isley Bijarro Revels, Rhyin Byrd, Rhyleigh Byrd, Lillianna Stump, Jaxon Stump, Ashton Stump, and Brianna Bijarro; and Jesse’s girlfriend: Angie Stiffler. Friends may gather from 10:00am until 12:00pm on Saturday, November 12, 2016 at Merkle Funeral Service, 2442 North Monroe Street (734) 384-5185. A Celebration of His Life will follow at Noon with the Reverend Roy Southerland pastor of Monroe Missionary Baptist Church officiating. In lieu of flowers memorial donations are suggested to the family to assist with funeral arrangements. Online guests may leave words of inspiration and comfort or share a photo by visiting www.merklefs.com