Michael E. Pierson of Perkiomenville passed away from a lengthy illness at Lehigh Valley Hospital on Tuesday, January 25, 2011. He was 50. Born in Pottstown, he was the son of Faith (Lick) Pierson and the late William J. Pierson. In addition to his mother, Mr. Pierson is survived by his daughter Heather of Pennsburg, his brother William (Delores) A. Pierson of Perkiomenville, his sister Dianne Ellis of Virginia and several nieces and nephews. Services for Mr. Pierson will be private. Donations in Mr. Pierson's honor can be made to Open Line, 452 Penn Street Pennsburg, PA 18073-1106. Arrangements are by Monaghan Funeral Home. (215) 679-6400.