Bridget Mary Periard

Bridget passed away at her home on Friday, October 3, 2025 at the age of 66. The daughter of the late Leland and Norah (McCall) Periard was born August 12, 1959 in Bay City, Michigan. Bridget valued family over everything. She loved gardening, reading and spending time at the cabin, but more than anything, she cherished the time she spent with her grandchildren.

Bridget is survived by her three children, Mary Kipfmiller and her partner, Joe Haiser, Greg (Beth) Kipfmiller and Kathryn Kipfmiller; five grandchildren, Kyle Kipfmiller, Emily Kipfmiller, Lilliana LaFramboise, Emma Kipfmiller and Finn Kipfmiller; three brothers, Steve Periard, Don Periard and Jerry Periard; one brother-in-law, Joe Cota; ex-husband and lifetime supporter, Raymond Kipfmiller and many nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her two brothers, Mike Periard and Joe Periard and her two sisters, Mary Cota and Linda Periard.

A memorial service will take place at 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 11, 2025 at the Gephart Funeral Home. Officiating will be E.J. Brown. Visitation will take place on Saturday, October 11, 2025 at the Gephart Funeral Home from 11:00 a.m. until the time of service.

Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider memorial contributions to the wishes of the family. These funds will be used to help off set the funeral costs and to help her children in this difficult time.