Michael "Mick" L. Williams

Michael Loring Williams, 76, passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 4, 2022, at Kavanagh House in Des Moines.

Mick was born July 24, 1946, in Fort Dodge, Iowa to Lindel and Mildred (Okey) Williams. He graduated from Dayton High School in 1965. After high school, Mick was drafted into the United States Army on October 21, 1965. He served honorably until his discharge on October 20, 1971. Mick went on to earn his AA degree in Journalism. He worked for Firestone as a laborer. He then worked as an office manager and safety director for Johnsrud Transport until his retirement in 1996.

Mick was a dedicated member of Capital City Moose Lodge 2589, and Newton Moose Lodge 923. He enjoyed gardening with Bertie, socializing with friends, and spending time with his family, especially his sons and granddaughter. He was a well-rounded, good man. If you needed his help, he would be there for you. He will be greatly missed.

He is survived by his sons, Joe Williams and Mike Williams; daughter, Valerie Bimbi; granddaughter, Kaitlyn Williams; significant other, Bertie Vallejo; siblings, Jon (Sandy) Williams, Kay (Matt) Rosen, Linda Bircher, and Nancy (Bill) Hedblom; and many nieces, nephews, other extended family, and friends.

Mick was preceded in death by his parents, Lindel and Mildred Williams and six siblings.

There will be a scripture service at 2:00 p.m. Sunday, December 11, 2022 at Hamilton’s Funeral Home, 605 Lyon Street, Des Moines, followed by a visitation until 4:00 p.m. Mick will be laid to rest at Iowa Veterans Cemetery at a later date.

Memorial contributions may be directed to the family in loving memory of Mick.

Condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com

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