Michael Eldon Brake
Very sorry to hear about Mike's passing. Played a lot of golf with Mike. A real class person, and he will be missed. Doug
Doug Minard
Cedar Rapids, Iowa
IA
Our hearts go out to the family and friends of Mike and Peggy. I will always remember his "near legend" status as a golfer at Washington, Iowa High School and also in college at NMSU in Kirksville, MO. I followed his golfing success at both. Cherish the memories----I am sure there are lots of them. Best Regards, Rick Lampkin Moline, Illinois 1969 WHS Grad 1973 NMSU Grad
Rick Lampkin
Moline
IL
Peggy and family. My heart goes out to you during this most difficult time. Peggy - I worked at Rockwell with you in the early 80's (my maiden name was Sobolik). Cancer took my 52 year old husband away this Valentine's Day. Just ask God for lots of guidance, peace and strength. He will see you through this difficult time. God bless you all.
Tammy Seber
Marion
IA
Our deepest sympathy at the passing of your father and husband. We only met him a few times but we think you both turned out a really nice son, I am sure he is very proud of all of his family and you him. I know he will be greatly missed.
Lynn and Roxe Gingrich
Cedar Rapids
IA
Peggy and family,our thoughts,prayers and deepest sympathy goes out to you in this time of Mikes passing,if there is anything that we can do, please let us know.Brenda and Dennis Harrington
BRENDA HARRINGTON
CEDAR RAPIDS
IA
Aron and family: I would like to extend my deepest sympathy to you and your family. I use to work at Deb's Ice Cream up until about a month ago when I got a new job. Corrie kept me up to date on Mike and let me know he passed away. My thoughts and prayers are with you and him. He lived a good life and is with God and his suffering is over. Remember all the good times and it will help you get through this. God Bless You All. LoiDana Miller
Loi Dana Miller
Cedar Rapids
IA
Aron: Our hearts go out to you and your family during this sad time. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Denise and Hannah Hesser
Marion
IA
Peggy sorry to hear your husband has passed away. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family
Cindi Tippett
Cedar Rapids
IA
To the Family of Mike Brake: I grew up with Mike in Mt. Pleasant until he moved to Washington and played High School Golf against him then. We were childhood friends and playmates and I am sorry he left so soon. He was a very fine golfer and I am sure a fine man. I am so sorry for your loss. I am certain that God has a course in Heaven that he will be playing. Michael Young Lexington, Virginia
Michael Young
Lexington
VA
Peggy and family - my prayers and thoughts are with you during this time of loss. May the comfort of friends and fmaily surround you now and in the days ahead. Rejoice in the joys and memories.
Sharon Carpenter
Cedar Rapids
IA
Peggy, I am very sorry for the loss of Mike. I don't know if you remember me but I helped out a little after the 2008 flood took the Copy Shop. Mike and I got to be close friends. He visited me several times at my new office to sometimes just chat about anything. One time he stopped by to tell me about his cancer. The last time he stopped he told me of a new venture that he would like to get started on. That's Mike! I am very proud that we became friends. I will miss Mike. Lee Toomsen
Lee Toomsen
Cedar Rapids
IA
Our sympathy to the family. We were golfing friends of Mike's parents during the 60's. I think of Ruth so often as she was the first person we know to have breast cancer. I am being treated for the same, now for the second time. How we admired Mike's prowess on the golf course and how proud Ruth and Eldon were of him. No more bogies or bunkers for Mike - in Heaven every-thing is perfect.
Linda and Mike Berns
Waterloo
IA
Peggy, Dina, and Aron, We're so sorry to hear about Mike's passing. I have fond childhood memories of him popping us popcorn on Friday nights and always having something to chuckle about (usually something we'd done!). Even as a little girl I could tell that he was a kind man, but also a man to be respected. We're sending our hugs and our prayers.
Matt and Carrie (Odegaard) Proctor
Littleton
CO
Peggy, Dina, and Aron, We're sorry to hear about Mike's passing. He was truly a wonderful person. Having your business downtown across from ours was fun as we got to know each other well over the years. Chatting about the latest parking problems, and then the floods displaced us all. Mikes support of the arts at Kennedy will always be remembered. If you need any help with the business please don't be afraid to ask. Although we aren't "neighbors" anymore, we are still in the same boat after the floods. With Sympathy,
Siegel's, Ken Siegel
Cedar Rapids
IA
I am so sorry Peggy and family for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Tiffany Woodhouse
IA
I love you all! I'm sad it's been so long since I've seen Mike, but I'm overjoyed with knowledge that we will meet again in Heaven! Please let me know if any of us in Texas can do anything for you- we are always happy to provide a retreat. Love you always! Praying constantly.
Jenni Huntley
Fort Worth
TX
My heart goes out to all of you. I am so sorry to hear of Mike's passing. It had been a long time since I have been up to Iowa, but those memories are some of my favorites. I'll be praying for all of you, God bless.
Matt Hulme
Fort Worth
TX
Dina and Family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Hang onto the precious memories that you have, because that is what will keep him alive in your hearts. Know that He will be taking care of him now, so he is in good hands. Take care of yourselves and each other. God Bless.
Brenda Morlan
Omaha
NE
Sorry to hear about the loss. Hang onto all the great memories.
Jim, Amy, and Collin Schultes
Templeton
IA
Sharon Cooper
Fort
IA
Sorry about the incomplete entry above--My hand and arm are in a cast so typing isn't easy! We will continue to keep all of you in our prayers. You were a loving wife, Peggy, and Mike was blessed with devoted, caring children. We know that the love you have as a family will see you through the days ahead. Our love, Don & Sharon Cooper and family
Sharon Cooper
Fort Worth
TX
Ruth, you may not remember me but I played little league baseball with Mike and I believe Eldon helped coach the Mt. Pleasant Bank team one year. I wondered many times over the years where mike was and how he was doing. I send my heartfelt prayers to your family. Tete Long
tete long
davenport
IA
Dina, we are sorry to hear about the loss of your father. Thinking of you during this difficult time. God Bless. Matt, Jennifer, & Grady Biewen
Jennifer Biewen
Cedar Rapids
IA
Dear Ruth and family We were lucky enough to have connected with Mike a year or so ago when our dtr-in-law met him through business. So sorry to hear you've lost him too soon. Dick and I are still playing golf. He is 75 but thinks he is 35 and plays like it (most of the time). Our sympathy, Ruth, and fond memories. Sandy T.
Richard and Sandra Textor
Story City
IA
Peggy & family, I am so sorry to hear that Mike has passed, I do not get the paper, so was not aware. I would have visited one last time to say good-by. I was trying to have your daughter let me know, but I know the time was hard. I have been a long time friend from "New Faces" and I also work at Zins. My prayers are with you all.
Jane (Jones) Jiroutek
Cedar Rapids
IA
Peggy, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Steve Keehner, Deborah Reed, Jason Shumaker, and Kathi Heath
Deborah Reed
Cedar Rapids
IA
Peggy, Aron, and Dina, I know the journey has been long for all of you the past few years, but it is my prayer that you have felt God's comforting hand every step of the way. White family reunions won't be the same without Mike, but at the same time, I know his spirit will still be there. God bless you all--you are in my prayers.
Jennifer Williams Don
Prosser
WA
Peggy,Dina,Aron and Ruth, We were so saddened to read about Mike. Ken and I took golf lessons from him also and of course keep in touch with your family through Ruth who was my mother's dear friend (Edith Starr). We know that time and wonderful memories will mend your hearts and bring back the smiles to your faces. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Most sincerely, Ken and Kathy Anderson