Michael Dale Harper
May 09, 2015
Michael Dale Harper, 53, passed away May 9, 2015 after a short battle with pancreatic cancer. Services will be held on Thursday, May 14, 2015 at Hamilton’s on Westown Parkway, 3601 Westown Parkway in West Des Moines at 12:00 p.m. with visitation one hour prior.
Michael was born on April 25, 1962 in Des Moines, Iowa to Gayle and William Harper. He graduated from Lincoln High School and then from Grandview College on a baseball scholarship as a second baseman. He then worked in the area of sales and most recently managed M&W Mini-Storage in West Des Moines. Michael was a passionate and avid Green Bay Packers fan, and sports fan in general. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, and spending time with his extended circle of friends.
He will be greatly missed by his parents, Bill and Gayle Harper; sister, Teri Best; nephews, Josh Beechum and Austin Best; great-niece, Alexandria Beechum; and his host of buddies.
Memorial contributions may be directed to the family. Condolences may be expressed online at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
Penny Jensen
05/15/2015
So sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to you.
Shirley onner
05/14/2015
Mike's Family: Want you to know your have my sympathies, concern, and PRAYERS. With you in thought today.
Kim Meeks/Hutchison
05/14/2015
My deepest sympathy to the family. I went to school with Mike and he was always one of the good guys.
Marvin Mason
05/13/2015
Gayle and Bill -- I am so sorry for your loss. I wish I could be there to give you a hug, but I will be there in spirit
jim sinclair
05/13/2015
So sorry for your loss. I was a teammate of Mikes at Lincoln. Prayers are with you all.
Steve/Carol Seid
05/12/2015
Harper's,
Our heart goes out to you for your loss of Mike.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Kenny White
05/12/2015
Mike was a true friend. He will be missed. God bless you Mike and your family. The good lord has another fishing buddy.
Kathi Sircy
05/12/2015
Dearest Gayle and Bill ---
I was so so sad this morning to hear of Mike's death.How horribly fast he left this earth, and left grieving family and friends.
I pray that you, Gayle and Bill, will take time for yourselves to heal together. This is a huge change in your lives and it will take time to get past the pain. Please, please take care of yourself -- rest and take time to smell the flowers in life.
Love and Hugs, Kathi Sircy
Al "Pete" Peterson
05/12/2015
Over the years, Mile and I spent a lot of time on the water fishing. Rainey Lake, Mille Lacs, Lake of the Woods and many other lakes.
Mike always made our fishing trips very interesting, "If you have ever fished with Mike, You'll know what I mean"
What a loss of a great friend. He will be missed by all that knew him. God bless you Mike and your family.
My prayers are with Bill, Gayle and the family for their loss. Some day will fish again buddy.
Much Love, Pete
Minnesota
Lisa Schuman
05/12/2015
Mike used to come visit Limey's almost everyday while I was working there full time bartending/waitressing. He was always very polite & was pretty witty at times I enjoyed our conversations. I'm very sorry for your loss my thoughts & prayers are with his family. He will be missed.
Barbara Springer
05/11/2015
Mike was one of thee most caring sons i've ever known. His heart was surely in the right place and he so enjoyed spending time with his Dad & Mom and helping them out as needed. The close-knit relationship he had will help Bill & Gayle in the days to come. Many people pray for a son who has their heart and conscience in the right perspective as he did. He was a super person and son. I will keep you all in my prayers for sure in the days ahead.
Michael McMurry
05/11/2015
I always enjoyed my warm and cordial visits with Mike. He was a most interesting conversationalist and as they say , "one of the good guys." My deepest condolences to his family and friends.
Christine Olson
05/11/2015
My sincere sympathy at this difficult time of Mike's passing. I got to know Mike when we worked for the same company based in MPLS. He was always a good natured and very fun-loving guy. I'm sure he will be sadly missed.