Michael Allen Accipiter, 58, of Coolidge passed away October 3, 2009 in Waco. A memorial service will be held at 3 PM, Thursday, October 8, 2009 at DFW National Cemetery in Dallas. Michael was born July 16, 1951 in Wichita Falls, Texas to Harry Allen and Dorcas (Donnelly) Accipiter. He had been an employee of the Mexia State School for the past 12 years. Michael served his country for 10 years in the U. S. Air Force. He was preceded in death by his father. Michael is survived by his mother, Dorcas Accipiter of Barry; a son, Shaun Accipiter of Coolidge; two grandchildren Abigal Accipiter and Phoenix Accipiter of McKinney; a sister, Canitha Graning; a brother, Eric Accipiter of Barry.