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15, 1945 - July 28, 2009MISHAWAKA - Michael D. "Mickey" Bentley, 63, of Mishawaka, died at 8:20 p.m. July 28, 2009 in his home of natural causes. He was born on August 15, 1945 in South Bend to the late Vernon E. and Louellan J. (Craft) Bentley. He was also preceded in death by brothers, Larry G., Infant Wilmont and Ronald R. Bentley; his sister, Pamela Sue Zurzolo and twin sister, Marsha J. Cox. Mickey Bar tended for 20+ years for Mr. G's, Heinnies and The American Legion Post 308, Osceola. He was a 1963 graduate from Penn High School. He was a U.S. Air Force Vietnam veteran and a member of the American Legion Post 308, Osceola. He is survived by his sons, Glen Peterson of South Bend and Michael Johnson of Mishawaka; special niece, Cynthia Yoder of Osceola; sister, Phyllis (Krege) Fahler of South Bend; brother, Donald (Garnet) Bentley of South Bend; very special great-nephew, Little Joey; several other nieces and nephews survive, and his ex wife, Peggy Peterson. Mickey was dearly loved and will be greatly missed by his family, friends and all who's heart he touched. A memorial celebration of Mickey's life will be held at 7 p.m. today, July 31, in the Zimmerman-Inman Funeral Home, 1109 Lincolnway West, Osceola. Friends may call from 5-7 p.m. (two hours before services) on Friday, July 31, 2009 in the Zimmerman-Inman Funeral Home. Burial will be private. Cremation has taken place. In lieu of flowers, please direct donations to the family of Mickey Bentley. The Zimmerman-Inman Funeral Home, Osceola, is assisting the family with arrangements.