Mike W. DiCorte, 76, of China Spring, entered through the Gates of Heaven to be with God on Tuesday, June 05, 2012 at his residence. Funeral services will be 1PM Friday, June 8th at Lake Shore Funeral Home Chapel with Msgr. Mark Deering officiating. Burial will follow with military honors by the U.S. Navy at China Spring Cemetery. Visitation will be 6 to 8PM Thursday, June 7th at Lake Shore Funeral Home, 5201 Steinbeck Bend in Waco. Thoughts and memories may be shared in the online Guest Book at www.LakeShoreFuneralHome.com.
Mike was born October 17, 1935 in Waco to Mike Frank and Angelina (Gladder) DiCorte. He graduated from Waco High School. He served in the U.S. Navy from September 9, 1954 to July 30, 1958. He married Dianne Glockzen on August 28, 1975 in Coryell County. He owned and operated Mid-State Beverage Company in Waco for over 30 years. Mike was a very compassionate and giving man. He loved his family immensely. He also loved hunting , fishing and the outdoors. Mike owned, operated and influenced many successful buisnesses. He was an advisor to many.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Mike and Angelina DiCorte; and father-in-law, Ed Glockzen.
Survivors include his loving wife of 36 years, Dianne DiCorte of China Spring; sons, Mike C. DiCorte and wife Luci of Crawford, Mark DiCorte and wife Darla of China Spring, David DiCorte and wife Dina of Moody, and Billy DiCorte and wife Kelly of China Spring; daughter, Kim Bassett of China Spring; grandsons, Michael DiCorte, and Billy Frank DiCorte; granddaughters, Jessica DiCorte, Ashlee DiCorte, Brandy DiCorte, Kristi Bassett and Kelli Bassett; step-granddaughter, Misty Burgess; brother, Frank J. DiCorte and wife Pat of China Spring; mother-in-law, Lillian Glockzen of Waco; and numerous other relatives.
Pallbearers will be Mike C. DiCorte, Mark DiCorte, David DiCorte, Billy DiCorte, Michael W. DiCorte and Billy Frank DiCorte. Honorary pallbearers will be Frank W. DiCorte and Chuck Parsons.
"La famiglia per sempre"
"Family is forever
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Dear DiCorte Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Brenda Phillips Chapman
My thoughts and prayers go out to Dianne and the family. He was a Great Man and neighbor to us from 1975 till they moved to the Ranch. Between him and my Dad "Tex" I’m a better person. He taught me how to help a person when they’re down or need guidance. He never told my dad, brother or me no. If we needed help with something or just a TOOL for the job. I can’t even imagine what Mike, Ken and Dad are doing up there, but I bet it’s a blast!!!!
Dianne and family, my deepest thoughts and prayers are with you all. I have many fond memories of all the generousity you always had toward everyone, not just a few. The whole DiCorte family was one of the many blessings I praised many times. Mike will be missed immensely, however God gave us all the most precious gift of all – Memories! I pray that God puts his loving arms around each of you and gives you the strength and the will to endure this priceless loss in your lives. In Jesus name I pray.
Dianne,
There is no way for us to ease the pain of your loss. Remember the happy times; we know there were many. And, remember how lucky you are to have found this wonderful man with whom to share you life.
The Dicorte family, i’m so sorry for your loss.My parys go out to you.
You Were A Great Friend & Boss (of 34years ) .You Will Be Dearly Missed . Our Deepest Sympathy , Love Gale & Brenda
I was so very sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time.
Mike will be dearly missed! He was truly the sweetest man we have had the pleasure of knowing. Loved listening to his many stories while sitting on the front porch at the deer camp. He is in heaven with all the other Angels that have gone on before him.
Love to all the family.
We are so sorry for your loss. Our hearts and prayers go out to the family.
Mike was a wonderful friend and neighbor for many years. Such a wonderful man and will be missed.
He was always one step ahead of my boys, I knew what was going to happen before it even happened.
Dear Mike:
May God wrap his arms around you and keep you at peace. You will be missed
Love Marilyn
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Mike and Mark , I’m so sorry to hear of your loss. I will be praying for peace and comfort for your families.
Good-bye Mike.You are the only one I have ever known that practiced the saying; It’s nice to be important,but it is more important to be nice.
Your friend of 55 years Roger Bowers.
Dianne, Mark, Darla & family – our thoughts are prayers are with you all at this difficult time. Mike was such a good man and holds a special place in our hearts. We love you all!