Jon Taylor
Unfortunately we never got to meet Mike, but he sounds like a neat, fun guy and I know he'll be missed! Wish we could be there to give you a hug, but know we're thinking of you and praying the Holy Spirit will give you a wonderful peace! Gary & Carol Nygard
Gary & Carol Nygard
Madison
MN
marcia goodman
cedar rapids
IA
Mike was one the easiest people to be around I have ever known.He was always so interested in everything and everybody. Thinking of all of you. My love & prayers
marcia goodman
cedar rapids
IA
We never really got to know Mike, but over the last few months we have gotten to understand truly how important he was to his family. Deeply sorry for your loss. The Weavers
Todd & Nicole Weaver
Hiawatha
IA
B.J,Jennifer,Anna,Raider&Pepper so sorry of the loss of your Dad and Grandpa. we will keep you in our prayers. Keep the love in your hearts...
Todd,Teresa,Taylor&Tara O'Connor
IA
My deepest sympathies to you all. I was blessed to be able to meet with Mike on several occasions. He was a wonderful person. Continued prayers for you all.
Emily Mathews
Iowa City
IA
I never got to meet Mike, but through Alice I learned he was a great guy. Wish I could be there. You are in my prayers.
Eve Corpac
Alpine
CA
Alice, you're in my thoughts and prayers.
Kristina Butterfield
Cedar Rapids
IA
Mike will be in my thoughts every 4th of July and I will miss celebrating the holiday with him. He was a really neat guy and you could see the love he had for family. BJ, Jenny, Anna, Raider, & Pepper the memories you hold close to your hearts will live on Forever.
Lorie Brydon
Marion
IA
BJ, Jen and Family - I am so sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. We all have many great memories of time spent at Mike's house. Your father was a wonderful man. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time.
Karrie Michalec and Family
Cedar Rapids
IA
I'm keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers as you work through your healing process. Mike will always live on your hearts and mind forever
Karen Hacke
marion
IA
Dear Ali and family, I just want to convey my sympathy to you all. You are in my prayers. Sincerely, Celeste Barkley, RN Mercy Regional Cancer Center
Celeste Barkley
IA
Ali, B.J. and family, my heart goes out to you. I have so many wonderful memories, 1st as neighbors on Stratford Lane and then off O Avenue. You just couldn't get rid of us we followed you to the new neighborhood. I apologize for not coming around more, my mother was terminally ill for several years and just passed last week. I was so focused on her that I kind of had blinders on for the last few years. So many wonderful memories of Mike, B.J., Judy and now Ali. My love and prayers go out to all of you. We have all lost a very good man. Debra Lacock
Debra Lacock
Cedar Rapids
IA
Alice, you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Mark, Sarah, Jacob & Elizabeth Kilburg
Sarah Kilburg
Ryan
IA
I spent most of my late teens and early 20s at Mikes, I grew up there.I was one of the girls after Judy and before Ally I loved him, he always made you feel welcome,I remember the first time I went there he told me I will get you the first drink but after that you have to get it yourself and his ham and swiss sandwiches he made in the mico,and him coming to get me a Betsy out of jail in Iowa city at 3 in the morning. His house was a home away from home for a lot of us girls, I had not seen him for sometime, but with out him us girls would have got into a lot a trouble I love ya Mike and heaven is lucky to have ya.I will miss you a lot
Annie Richenberger (Bates)
Cedar Rapids
IA
I am very proud to be one of Mike's girls. I will miss my visits to catch up on life and all the great letters he wrote me. He was always there to give me advice, helped teach me to drive, took me to Papa Juans and taught me how to shoot rice threw a straw, let all the girls crowd in his bathroom to get ready for school dances, let us jump on the air mattress, let us have the craziest sober parties in the basement,and he helped me walk after taking me on the Drop ride at six flags my knees were shaking so bad. He was going to take me sky diving but do to the weather the opportunity never came. By the time spring came I was pregnant and he understood that I was no longer going to take the chance. He was there for my wedding, to see both my girls after they were born and my graduation from kirkwood. Without Mike taking me in under his wing I probably would not be the person I am now. Mike and Judy always have a special place in my heart.
Amy Black
Cedar Rapids
IA
Ali and BJ, I am so sorry for your loss. I am Mike's cousin. His dad and my father were brothers. The first family vacation I remember was to Cedar Rapids staying with Uncle Del and Aunt Alberta. I was so proud of the fact that I gave Mike a black eye on that trip. (I fell running down a hill and he stumbled over me, but I took the credit.) Mike had such a great sense of humor and the pictures in this memorial show what a wonderful spirit he had. You will have such special memories to help you during your time of sorrow. May God Bless you and your families.
Cheryl (Taylor) Cummins
Centennial
CO
Mike, we miss you so much. Watching you suffer for the last couple months was painful to watch but we were glad to be able to be there, when you passed on. You will always be remembered for your sense of humor and your smile. Everything you have done for me still sits in my heart and it will stay there for ever. Looking through the pictures has brought back a lot of happy memories for BJ and it is nice to see his smile through the tears. We love you and we miss you more than you will ever know. Please watch over Anna, Raider and Pepper from up there. They will need their guardian angel.
Jennifer Taylor
cedar rapids
IA
My heart goes out to you. Your Husband, Father, Grandfather is being well taken care of in heaven.
Michele McAreavy
Marion
IA
we are deeply saddened by the loss of a wonderful person our thoughts are with you and our memories of mike will remain forever in our hearts
the kofron family
cedar rapids
IA
Alice, You will be in my thought and prayers.
Kris Barz(Klever)
CR
IA
Our thoughts are with you B.J. and Jennifer.
Joe and Sheree Bryant
Clarence
IA
Ali and Family, My sympathies to all of you. I didn't know Mike well, but any time we were all together he was the absolute sweetest guy!! He was very sympathetic & understanding after Don's death. I won't forget that. Now the cousins can party together. My Best to you, Di Neal
Diana Neal
Cedar Rapids
IA
My thoughts and prayers go out to the family. Mike was a good man, he opened his heart to alot of people, fortuately I was one of those people in his life. I will miss all of our long talks and all of the rides on his Harley. I will always remember the crazy things we did after Amy and the kids would go to their dances. He will always be remember by all.
Michelle Martin
Decatur
IL
It's been about 12 years since I have seen Mike. It was right after Judy passed and Amy was living in Ill. So me Dennia, and Mike drove out there. It was a great road trip. I remember the many nights of playing skipbo and phase ten. And one year for Christmas, I was given a tee shrit with the phrase Beef Cake on it, it was right when South Park was starting to get popular, which i still wear today. Or the green shirt with white pokadots, I used to wear on first dates in college.
Paul Kerkman
San Antonio
TX
Thinking of you & I'm sorry I could not be there for you! Let me know if I can do anything for you.
Allison Pitts
IA
Ali, BJ, Denny and all, I am so sorry for the hole that is in your heart right now. I am Mike's cousin originally from Nebraska. Since we were so close in age, I felt we had a special kindred spirit because even though many years would pass between visits, it was as if we had never parted. After reading the other messages, I now know Mike had that affect on everyone he knew! My primary memory of Mike is that he was the quintessential car guy...ALWAYS had a hot rod. I was envious. My family's prayers go out to all of you.
Spencer "Bub" Taylor
Richmond
VA
We are sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family in this time of need.
Chritsine Sauter & Family
Cedar Rapids
IA
We are sorry for your loss.My family and I send our condolenses.Are prayers are with you.
Mandy Robertson & Family
Cedar Rapids
IA
Dear B.J. & Family-I just found out about your father yesterday when my brother told me. I hadn't logged onto the computer until today when I saw your condolences for my Dad. I am so sorry for your loss. You lost your mom at a young age and that was very difficult; I can't imagine not having both of my parents here and my heart goes out to you. My Dad as you know, passed a week after yours. I am here to talk & listen if you need a friend...always have been & always will be. I will keep both of our families in my prayers.
Sherry Fernandez-Hale
Lisbon
IA
Thinking of you this weekend...Miss and love you. BJ, Jenny, Anna Raider and Pepper
BJ and Jenny
Cedar Rapids
IA
Thinking of you today Mike. 09-09-09. We miss you every day!
BJ and Jennifer Taylor
cedar rapids
IA
Mike....I miss you so very much. On the first anniversary of you going to heaven, I put a poem in the paper for you. It read: When the spring thunder rolls across the sky It is the Harley revving up getting ready for the ride Now you can breathe easily and your body is strong The ride will be beautiful curvy and long Up hills and down, along fence lined meadows Forever sunshine behind Heavens doors As the Fat Boy rolls smoothly along the streams All here on earth will remember these scenes To many lives you have made a difference And to me you will always be my Prince Love always Ali
Ali
Cedar Rapids
IA
We miss you and love you still. The kid were talking about you the other day. So sad they do not have you here. But they do remember you and think of you often. Love ya Papa Mike, BJ, Jenny, Anna, Rai and Pepper
BJ and Jennifer
Center Point
IA
Papa Mike...that name is spoken often from the kids when we take a walk in the pasture and look up at the stars. Pepper still talks of the rocket ship she is going to build for you guys to ride and Raider still remembers the games you played. Anna still keeps your pictures on her bulletin board so she sees you everyday. BJ and I miss you dearly especially your sense of humor. Attempts were made to take your memories from us, but unsuccessfully so. We miss you and love you. Your family, BJ, Jen, Anna, Rai and Pepper. 10/10/10.
BJ, Jenny, Anna, Raider and Pepper Taylor
Center Point
IA
I miss you!!! I hope you like heaven! How are you? I LOVE YOU!
rai rai
center point
IA
Mike, I wish I had at least known. I'm so sorry. I hope and trust you've found peace now.
Sandy
Dyersville
IA
BJ and I were talking about you today. Veterans day. Miss you and love you forever!