Michael Grother
June 30, 2014
Michael Jon Grother, 80, died Monday, June 30, 2014 at University Park Nursing and Rehab. Michael was born January 7, 1934 in Des Moines to Clifford and Mary Grother.
He is survived by his wife, Marilyn; children, Pamela Hobby, Michelle (Larry) Smith, Richard (Brandy) Grother, Michael Grother, Gary (Linda) Grother, and Nora Grother; seven grandchildren, Samuel Hobby, Dustin Hobby, Chrystal Six, Larry Smith, Jr., Scott Grother, Gary Grother, Jr., and Andrea McCain; and 21 great-grandchildren, Samuel, Michael, Brandon, Carmen, Austin, Kasidy, Dominick, Delanney, Danica, Dalton, Stormie, Brianna, Michael, Billie, Andy, Gary III, Sophie, Bentley, Jerod, Aidyn, and Kaci. He is also survived by his siblings, Mary Duckworth, John Joe (Linda) Grother, Rita (Delbert) Hamrick, and David Grother; as well as many nieces, nephews, other loving relatives, and many special friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Clifford and Mary Grother; brother, Clifford Jr.; and his sister, Shirley Bouge.
A celebration of Michael’s life will be held from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Friday, July 11, 2014 at University Park Nursing and Rehab, 233 University Ave. Burial to follow at 12:30 p.m., at Iowa Veterans Cemetery in Van Meter. There will also be a potluck celebration beginning at 1 p.m. Saturday, July 12 at Ashfield Park in Des Moines.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to the family.
Condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
*** PLEASE NOTE CHANGE IN LOCATION FOR POTLUCK CELEBRATION FROM UNION PARK TO ASHFIELD PARK ***
Vickie Rausch
07/11/2014
Missing you Mike. Very sad that a great man passed away. He will be truly missed by love ones. Keep the memories alive. I was lucky to had met a wonderful man when growing up and considered him as an father after my father passed away. You're in my thoughts. Now, you're in heaven with family and friends.
Scott M. Willhite
07/09/2014
Ms. Marilyn: I'm VERY WAS SAD TO HERE THAT THE BIG GUY HAS PAST AWAY!! I WII TRY TO SEE IF SOMEONE HERE CAN DO A HAWAIIAN SERIVCE FOR HIM?
Marilyn Grother
07/07/2014
You will be missed Mike you'll be celebrating our 54th Anniversary in Heaven on July 18th 2014. HAPPY ANNIVERSARY ON JULY 18TH, 2014.
Carol Begley (aka ladybug3301)
07/04/2014
Marilyn sorry for your loss .. prayers for you and your family.. will always be there for you to vent Marilyn :(
Linda Rattray (Johnson)
07/03/2014
Marilyn I am so sorry to hear about Mike my heart goes out to you and the kids is your time of lose love you
Bobbie (Johnson) Cammack
07/03/2014
I'm so sorry for your loss Marilyn. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Love you!
Dana [Tigger] Gibbens
07/02/2014
Marilyn and family: I was greatly sadden to hear of the loss of a very great and dear man of my family. We know where our loved ones have gone and Mike is with my Dad in heaven singing with the angels. May God give you peace and comfort and surround you in His love.
Sharon Davidson
07/02/2014
Michelle, my heart sank when Deanna told me about your dad's passing. I wish there were something that I could do for you, but please know that you are in my prayers. May God wrap His arms around you and give you His strength and comfort that you will need in the days to follow. Love you.
Michelle Smith
07/02/2014
Miss you Dad